The Classic Cask 23 Year Old Original Cask is a blended Scotch whisky of single casks from Speyside, Highland and Island distilleries, aged in their original casks and bottled without chill filtration at 43% ABV.
The whiskies were selected by master blender David Hallgarten of the Glenaden Distilling Company, and this bottling is one of a series of four 23-year-old spirits released together. After ageing in their original casks, the whiskies were blended and bottled without chill filtering to preserve their texture.
The nose brings honey, vanilla and fruit, with citrus and toffee on the palate and a smooth finish.
The classic label makes it a fine gift for lovers of well-aged Scotch.
Enjoy it neat or with a drop of water.
Scotch whisky must be distilled and matured in Scotland for at least three years in oak casks, and any age statement on the label refers to the youngest whisky in the bottle.
A blended Scotch combines whiskies from more than one distillery, and the art lies in balancing them. Speyside malts tend to bring fruit, honey and elegance, Highland whiskies add body and depth, and Island malts contribute a coastal, sometimes gently smoky edge. When every component has spent at least 23 years in oak, the result is a mature, layered whisky with soft wood influence.
Bottling without chill filtration keeps the natural oils and fatty compounds that give an older whisky its mouthfeel. The whisky may turn slightly hazy when chilled or when water is added, which is a natural sign of an unfiltered spirit rather than a fault.
Twenty-three years is a long time in cask, and whiskies of this age are rarely seen at a full 750ml outside small independent releases. This bottling suits anyone who enjoys mature, rounded Scotch and wants to explore how long ageing smooths and deepens a blend.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Honey, vanilla and fruit.
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Palate: Citrus and toffee.
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Finish: Smooth.
Specifications
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Producer: The Classic Cask (David Hallgarten, Glenaden)
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Style: Blended Scotch Whisky
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Expression / Batch: Original Cask
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Age: 23 years
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Proof / ABV: 86 proof (43% ABV)
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Cask / Finish: Original casks
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Region: Speyside, Highlands and Islands, Scotland
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Serve it neat or with a drop of water. It pairs with honey cake, citrus desserts or mild cheeses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which regions are in the blend?
Single casks from Speyside, Highland and Island distilleries.
How old is it?
23 years.
Is it chill-filtered?
No, it is bottled without chill filtering.
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