Description
Edradour 10 Year Old is a charming, handcrafted Highland malt that offers richness, warmth, and old-world character. With its sherried depth, creamy texture, and gentle spice, this whisky feels nostalgic and inviting the perfect expression for drinkers who appreciate small-scale distillation and classic Highland sweetness.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Produced at one of Scotlands smallest and most traditional distilleries, Edradour 10 reflects a heritage of slow, hands-on whisky making. Distillation takes place in small copper stills, contributing to the spirits naturally weighty, full-bodied character.
The whisky is matured in a combination of:
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Oloroso sherry casks
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Bourbon casks
This dual-maturation style brings together rich fruit, spice, and subtle oak sweetness. Edradour is known for its artisanal approach, with a focus on minimal intervention, natural color, and full flavor expression.
The 10-year bottling is often considered the ideal introduction to Edradours house style rounded, flavorful, and comfortingly traditional.
Critics Reviews
Professional tasters frequently highlight:
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Deep sherry influence balanced by bright malt sweetness
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Creamy, full-bodied texture, surprising for a whisky from such a small still
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Rich notes of fruitcake, spice, and honey, with classic Highland charm
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A sense of authenticity and craftsmanship, often praised as a whisky with soul
Critics consistently describe it as a flavorful, characterful malt offering excellent value within the sherried-Highland category.
Tasting Profile
Nose:
Honey, dried fruit, light raisin, vanilla fudge, and a touch of orange peel with soft baking spice and polished oak.
Palate:
Creamy and rounded. Flavors of malted barley, toffee, caramel, sultana, gentle spice, and a hint of nutmeg. A subtle sherry richness brings depth, complemented by soft oak and biscuit-like sweetness.
Finish:
Warm, lingering, and gently spiced. Notes of dried fruit, honey, vanilla, and toasted oak taper into a smooth, satisfying close.
Quick Overview
| Category | Details |
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| ABV / Proof | Typically 40% ABV |
| Origin / Region | Highlands, Scotland |
| Production or Grape Type | Single malt Scotch whisky |
| Aging or Maturation | Combination of bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks |
| Aromas & Flavors | Honey, dried fruit, caramel, malt, baking spice, oak |
| Style / Identity | Rich, traditional Highland malt with sherried sweetness |
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