Edradour 10 years 2014 - 2024 #46 Cask Strength

Edradour, one of Scotland’s smallest traditional distilleries, is renowned for its bold and characterful whiskies. This 10-year-old single malt, bottled by Van Wees in the esteemed Ultimate series, has been fully matured in a first fill sherry butt. As a result, the whisky boasts deep and rich sherry notes, perfectly complementing Edradour’s signature full-bodied and creamy profile. Bottled at cask strength, this expression delivers an intense whisky experience for true aficionados.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Deep aromas of dried fruits such as raisins, figs, and plums emerge immediately, followed by notes of dark chocolate and roasted nuts. A touch of orange zest and warming spices like cinnamon and clove add complexity, while a subtle hint of espresso and leather completes the bouquet.

Palate

A rich and full-bodied explosion of flavor, featuring dark caramel, sherry-soaked raisins, and toasted almonds. The sherry cask influence is prominent, offering a perfect balance between sweetness and spicy depth. Hints of mocha, pure cocoa, and spiced oak add extra layers, while a light peppery kick enhances the intensity.

Finish

Long and warming, with lingering notes of dried fruits, dark chocolate, and a subtle smokiness. The presence of oak remains gentle yet persistent, accompanied by hints of tobacco and nutmeg, leaving a refined and powerful final impression.

Edradour 10 years 2014 - 2024 is an impressive sherry bomb with a deep and complex profile, ideal for fans of robust, full-bodied whiskies.

Edradour Distillery

Edradour Distillery is located in the picturesque highlands of Scotland, near the village of Pitlochry in Perthshire. Founded in 1825, Edradour is known as one of the smallest traditional distilleries in Scotland, which adds to the charm and exclusivity of the whisky.

A specific feature of Edradour is its artisan production, which still involves a lot of handwork. The distillery uses traditional copper pot stills and produces only a limited amount of whisky per year. This results in unique and carefully crafted single malts. Edradour whiskies are known for their rich and full flavour profiles, with notes of sherry, fruitcake, honey and spices. The whisky is mainly matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and sherry casks, which contributes to the complexity and depth of flavours.

The combination of historic charm, artisan production and rich flavour profiles makes Edradour a beloved name among whisky connoisseurs worldwide.

Van Wees

Van Wees and their ‘The Ultimate’ series have become synonymous with reliable, quality whiskies selected and bottled with care and passion. Besides the high quality, this series is also known for its excellent value for money. The family-owned company is a major player in the independent bottler market, and their bottles are appreciated by both new and experienced whisky connoisseurs.

Van Wees is a family-owned company that has been in the drinks industry since 1973. They have built a strong reputation thanks to their commitment to quality, craftsmanship and maintaining traditional values in their work.