Tasting Notes

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Arran Barrel Reserve

Arran Barrel Reserve. Image courtesy Isle of Arran Distillers.

Country: Scotland

Region: Highlands

Type: Single Malt

Bottler: Distiller

ABV: 43%

Score: 89 Points

This Bourbon cask-matured Arran has lemongrass on the nose, along with peaches and subtle spices. The taste has a lemon pepper spiciness with a bit of tartness balanced by hints of butterscotch and toffee in the background. The finish is medium-length with a lingering lemon pepper spiciness. (July, 2023)