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Here we are again. Aberlour - my Achilles' heel, as I've said before. The distillery where it all started for me, the one I keep returning to even when I know I should probably explore elsewhere. But this time is different. This time I'm trying something I've been genuinely excited about: the A'bunadh Alba.
Aberlour might just be my Achilles' heel — I know the whisky isn't the most complex, yet something keeps pulling me back. This time it's one of the older, dearer expressions in the range. The nose promises brandy-soaked Christmas-pudding raisins, but the palate is lighter than you'd hope: pepper, oak and a medium, spice-led finish. A beautiful bottle — but does the dram deliver?
Aberlour is where my whisky love affair began — I'll happily admit to being a fanboy. So how does the pricier 14 measure up to the distillery that started it all? It's all silky sweetness — orange peel, raisins and cherries — with a gentle clove spice and a long, satisfying finish. Lovely stuff — but at 40%, does it justify the step up from the everyday 12?
Aberlour holds a special place in my heart — it's where my whisky journey began. Casg Annamh, Gaelic for 'rare cask', is a no-age-statement, small-batch expression that draws its richness from a medley of Oloroso sherry casks. The bottle, with its grey wax and embossed name, certainly looks the part — but does the dram inside live up to it?
Welcome, fellow whisky enthusiasts! Today marks the beginning of an exciting journey into the world of spirits, as I set out to explore and savor 100 different whiskies. Buckle up, because we're about to embark on a spirited adventure filled with rich flavors, unique aromas, and the stories behind each bottle.
What better way to kick off this journey of rediscovery than with my everyday favourite? Since it replaced the 10 year old in 2020, Aberlour 12 has firmly established itself as one of the quintessential Speyside whiskies, and it holds a special place in my heart. Readily available and typically £30–40, it's an irresistible choice for connoisseurs and newcomers alike.
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