Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery has released Aberfeldy 27-Year-Old Madeira Double Cask Finish, the latest addition to its Exceptional Cask Series. The limited distillery exclusive is available now and is priced at £600 ($755), with just 276 bottles produced.
The single malt was matured for almost 21 years in ex-bourbon barrels, before being finished in Madeira casks for a further six years.
The release combines Aberfeldy’s signature honeyed character with the roasted, nutty and caramelized notes associated with Madeira wine.
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READ THE STORYMadeira is a fortified wine from the Portuguese island of the same name, known for an aging process that deliberately exposes the wine to heat and oxygen. This method creates a balance of crisp acidity and soft sweetness, alongside flavors of roasted nuts, stewed fruit, caramel and toffee.
Stephanie Macleod, malt master at Aberfeldy, monitored the whisky throughout its finishing period, assessing the development of each cask until the desired balance was achieved.
“A great cask finish should feel like a natural extension of the whisky rather than something imposed upon it,” said Macleod. “Madeira brings a wonderful combination of rich, nutty sweetness and vibrant freshness, which works beautifully with Aberfeldy’s naturally honeyed character. With a whisky of this age, patience is particularly important, and we carefully monitor each cask until the balance is just right.”
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According to the official notes from the brand, the whisky is rich and inviting on the nose, with deep flavors enhanced by the Madeira cask influence.
On the palate, the brand describes robust notes of red apples drizzled with honey, complemented by hints of candied orange peel and a finish of sweet cinnamon spice.
Founded in 1898, Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery sits in Highland Perthshire, drawing its water from the Pitilie Burn, known for its deposits of alluvial gold.
The Exceptional Cask Series showcases the distillery’s spirit through considered cask maturation and finishing. The range explores how different cask types can complement and enhance Aberfeldy’s character.
Macleod has been recognized multiple times as Master Blender of the Year at the International Whisky Competition, underlining her standing within the Scotch industry.
The 27-year-old expression can be purchased exclusively from Dewar’s Aberfeldy Distillery and its online store.
