Arran Amarone Cask Finish 700ml

The Arran Amarone Cask Finish brings a bold and unique twist to the distillery’s signature style, enriched by the influence of the Italian Amarone wine casks. Here’s a tasting note for this expression:

Nose: The nose opens with rich aromas of dark berries—black cherries, plums, and red currants—alongside a warm sweetness reminiscent of red wine and caramelized sugar. Hints of cinnamon, dried rose petals, and a subtle earthy undertone emerge as it breathes.

Palate: On the palate, the whisky is full-bodied and smooth, with flavors of stewed berries, dark chocolate, and spiced oak coming to the forefront. A slight nuttiness, like toasted hazelnuts, adds depth, while the influence of the Amarone cask brings a dry, tannic quality that balances the sweetness with notes of black pepper and a hint of clove.

Finish: The finish is long and warming, with lingering flavors of dark fruit compote, soft oak spice, and a gentle tannic dryness that leaves a clean yet satisfying aftertaste.

Overall: Arran’s Amarone Cask Finish combines the distillery’s classic fruity notes with a wine-cask complexity that offers layers of dark fruit, spice, and a refined dryness. It’s an intriguing dram, ideal for whisky lovers looking to explore a richer, slightly more intense expression.