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Arran Distillery, Isle of Arran
Isle of Arran is Scotland's newest malt whisky distillery. It is based at Lochranza on the Isle of Arran, which lies off the West Coast between Ayrshire and Kintyre. Arran is a unique island known as 'Scotland in Miniature', for it has all of the scenery of Scotland, with mountains and lowlands, glens, lochs and royal castles (including one at Lochranza). Early in the 19th century there were more than 50 whisky distilleries on Arran, most of them illegal.
The malt was highly-acclaimed, only rivalled by those from the 'Glen of Livet'. In 1995 Harold Currie, who was previously Managing Director of Chivas (Seagrams) and House of Campbell (Pernod Ricard), set up the distillery. The house style is creamy, leafy, with very delicate island character.
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The Peated Arran. Lightly peated at 20ppm, this mythical malt has proved a popular addition to the Arran range. On the west coast of the Isle of Arran lies a windswept and mystical peat bog called Machrie Moor. Bronze Age stone circles and standing stones are strewn across its barren, undulating terrain. One of the stone circles is known as Fingal’s Cauldron Seat, where sits a stone with a carved hole. The legendary warrior giant Fingal is said to have tethered his favourite dog Bran to this stone. This peated expression of the Arran Single Malt perfectly captures the rugged beauty and lore of the landscape.
Aroma: Fresh and vibrant with an evident influence on an Ex-Bourbon Cask. Tropical notes of pineapple, peaches, and a distinctive coconut aroma dominate while a pleasant touch of peat reek in the background adds an interesting dimension to this vivacious combination.
Palate: The palate gives a lot of citrus freshness that mixes beautifully with rich spice and a hint of peat smoke. A few drops of water reveal even more of the peaty smokiness that is wonderfully balanced by a delicious honey sweetness and vanilla.
Finish: The finish is crisp and clean with lingering smoke and sweet vanilla.
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