2006 The Arran Master Of Distilling II The Man With The Golden Glass 12 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

An Arran for collectors. In 2019, Master Distiller James MacTaggart celebrated his 12th Anniversary with Isle of Arran Distillers with this luxurious expression employing some of the finest Palo Cortado sherry casks, handpicked from a boutique producer in Jerez de la Frontera. Secondary maturation using these unique casks creates a warming and rich note that beautifully compliments the innate fruitiness of the whisky. Limited to 12,000 bottles worldwide and bottled at a natural strength of 51.8% ABV. Very limited stocks.

Notes from the producers... Nose: Bright and mouth-watering; Seville orange marmalade, peaches and mango freshness are followed by the warmth of root ginger and a waft of drying grass and gorse bushes. Palate: Rich in chocolate orange, quince jelly and the zest of citrus fruits. The subtle tang of yeasty, buttered sourdough and a kick of rock salt come through as the Palo Cortado cask displays its influence. Finish: Cider apples accentuate Arran house style before the warmth of ginger returns alongside a rich impression of these exceptional sherry casks.