{"product_id":"the-classic-cask-23-year-old-original-cask-blended-scotch-whisky-750ml","title":"The Classic Cask 23 Year Old Original Cask Blended Scotch Whisky 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose brings honey, vanilla and fruit, with citrus and toffee on the palate and a smooth finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe classic label makes it a fine gift for lovers of well-aged Scotch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it neat or with a drop of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScotch 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBottling 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwenty-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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honey, vanilla and fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrus and toffee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Classic Cask (David Hallgarten, Glenaden)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blended Scotch Whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpression \/ Batch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Cask\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 86 proof (43% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask \/ Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original casks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Speyside, Highlands and Islands, Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe it neat or with a drop of water. It pairs with honey cake, citrus desserts or mild cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich regions are in the blend?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSingle casks from Speyside, Highland and Island distilleries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e23 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it chill-filtered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, it is bottled without chill filtering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/scotch\"\u003eScotch collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Classic Cask","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023282303285,"sku":"VWS_200420723","price":123.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-9669.webp?v=1793653592","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/the-classic-cask-23-year-old-original-cask-blended-scotch-whisky-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}