Whisky Focus - Aberfeldy 16 Year Old Review

Aberfeldy 16 year old review.

John Dewar's & Sons has revealed the latest addition to its Aberfeldy core range of whiskies, the Aberfeldy 16 year old. The new whisky has been finished in Oloroso sherry casks and bottled at 40% ABV.

The new Aberfeldy 16 joins the existing Aberfeldy portfolio of single malts. Aberfeldy describe it as rewardingly viscous and sweet; full of fresh fruit and buttery notes. It has an RRP of £62.00 although it is currently available at £50.95 over at The Whisky Exchange.

The new expression will be available in 11 markets around the world: Belgium, Canada, Germany, France, Japan, Lebanon, Netherlands, Russia, Sweden, Taiwan and the UK.


William Morrison's Tasting Notes:

Nose: Mild honey, tangerine, touch of cloves, a little sweet sherry, a touch of oak.

Taste: Zesty orange laced with oak spice and honey, touch of vanilla, a little nutty, some dark chocolate trying to break through.

Finish: Medium length, slightly drying oak spice, the zesty orange becomes slightly bitter, peppery, a little nuttiness, dark chocolate.

Comment: The Aberfeldy 16 very much reminds me of the travel retail exclusive Aberfeldy 18 year old and just as good. A medium sherry rich Highland region dram that is sure to please.

SMW Score 87/100

The Aberfeldy 16 year old  is currently available for £50.95 from specialist whisky shops such as The Whisky Exchange, The Whisky Shop and Master of Malt
 

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