Ben Nevis 2015 6 Year Old Adelphi Single Cask #10714 Oloroso Butt (2021) 70cl
Meadowside Blending released this Ben Nevis Single Cask Whisky for their "Maltman" bottling series. The single malt matured from 2015 to 2021 and is therefore 6 years old. It spent its entire barrel maturation in the First Fill Oloroso Butt with the cask number 10714. The bottler bottled it at 62.2% abv. He did not use any colouring or chill filtration and there were originally only 588 bottles available for purchase.
1825 saw the official opening of the Adelphi distillery in the Gorbals, Glasgow, but after changing hands a smattering of times throughout the mid to late 1800’s, it finally ended up in the hands of DLC in 1902. Sadly, production at the distillery ceased shortly afterwards.
Fast forward to 1993, and we see Jamie Walker, the great-grandson of one of the distillery’s founders reviving the Adelphi name as an independent bottler, ultimately selling the company to Keith Falconer and Donald Houston in 2004, who went on to found Ardnamurchan distillery.
Whiskies bottled by Adelphi are selected by a nosing team chaired by whisky critic Charles MacLean, and their outturns have received numerous accolades including several Malt Maniacs Awards. Each bottling is limited to between 100 and 700 bottles due to the size of the casks used.
Tasting Notes
Nose : The single malt whisky has clear notes of red fruits on the nose. Berries are present. Behind them are plums. In the background there is a fine smoky note.
Palate : The 6-year-old Ben Nevis is full-bodied and spicy on the tongue. It tastes of red berries and plums. Wood smoke comes through and brings pepper with it.
Finish : The finish is slightly bitter and characterized by fruity notes. The whisky leaves a medium-long finish after drinking.
About Ben Nevis
The Ben Nevis 2005, a distinguished single malt Scotch whisky, marks a remarkable entry into the Private Cask Bottling series by the esteemed Ben Nevis Distillery. Distilled on the 26th of May, 2005, and bottled on the same date in 2023, this expression celebrates 18 years of meticulous aging in a hogshead cask, under the cask number 399. This specific bottling, crafted at a potent strength of 56.5% Vol. in a 700 ml bottle, is dedicated to David Downes Oaklee of Queensbury, Bradford, carrying the moniker "The Water of Life" on its label, a nod to the Gaelic roots of whisky. The choice of a hogshead cask for the aging process imbues this whisky with a distinctive character, offering a rich tapestry of flavors and aromas that resonate with the rugged beauty and storied history of the Ben Nevis distillery. The high alcohol content promises an intense and engaging tasting experience, showcasing the whisky's deep complexity and the refined craftsmanship that has gone into its creation. The Ben Nevis 2005 Private Cask Bottling stands as a testament to the art of whisky making, representing a unique collaboration between the distillery and an individual passion for whisky. It embodies a perfect blend of tradition and personal dedication, making it not just a remarkable whisky but also a piece of history, bottled to be savored and appreciated by those who understand the depth and nuances of single malt Scotch.
62.2% ABV
70cl
*DUE END AUGUST 2024*
