Archives for October 14, 2015

Arran / Machrie Moor Cask Strength Second Edition

Summary: Country/Region: Scotland/Isle of Arran.
Unit: 70cl
ABV: 58.2%
Bottled: 2015.
On the west coast of the Isle of Arran lies a windswept and mystical peat bog called Machrie Moor. Bronze Age stone circles and standing stones are strewn across its barren, undulating terrain. One of the stone circles is known as Fingal’s Cauldron Seat, where sits a stone with a carved hole. The legendary warrior giant Fingal is said to have tethered his favourite dog Bran to this stone. This cask strength, peated expression of the Arran Single Malt perfectly captures the rugged beauty and lore of the landscape. Unleash the legend that is Machrie Moor.
Nose: A muscular nose with wood smoke, unmistakeable peat and fresh pineapple. Behind the growl there are more delicate notes of pear and lime.
Palate: Fruit notes develop, a drop of water gives raspberry jam on freshly baked bread.
A constant back bone of peat smoke is the highlight of this robust dram.
Finish: Lingering, with charred bourbon cask vanilla flavour and classic Arran maritime notes.