Arran Sauternes Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Product details
| Management number | 253704540 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$34.80 | Model Number | 253704540 | ||
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Arran Sauternes Cask Finish is a luscious, dessert-style whisky that fuses Arran’s fruity, delicate core with the opulent sweetness of Sauternes wine casks. Creamy, vibrant, and approachable, it offers a beautifully balanced sip filled with floral fruit and rich sweetness—perfect for those who appreciate sweetness done with elegance.
Origins & Maturation
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The whisky undergoes an initial 8-year maturation in traditional oak (likely ex-bourbon) casks, followed by a finishing period in carefully selected Sauternes wine casks from a boutique Bordeaux producer.
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Bottled at 50% ABV, (in a 700 ml bottle) it's non-chill filtered and showcases natural color.
Nose (Aroma)
Sweet and inviting, the nose opens with honeysuckle, melon, and marzipan, lifted by delicate floral and citrus notes, creating a springtime bouquet of softness and charm
Palate & Texture
Rich and smooth, the palate brings honeyed sweetness, vanilla, sultana, and spice balanced by a lively zestiness and zingy salinity. A wave of toasted oak adds depth while the whisky remains light and expressive
Finish
Elegant and lingering, the finish is filled with apricot, melon, honeysuckle, and lingering sweetness—creating a refined and harmonious close.
Highlights at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
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| Style | Sauternes-finished dessert-style single malt |
| ABV | 50%, 700 ml |
| Aromas | Honeysuckle, melon, marzipan |
| Flavors | Honeyed fruit, vanilla, sultana, citrus zest, oak spice |
| Finish | Sweet, floral, lingering with stone fruit notes |
| Pairing | Ideal with creamy toffee, fudge-based desserts, or as a standalone sweet dram |
Critics & Commentary
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Drinkhacker (Christopher Null) describes it as bright and summery with a golden hue, aromas of citrus and sweet cereal, and a palate reminiscent of toasted coconut, brown butter, and dry hay.
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Tasting notes from Arran emphasize honeysuckle and melon aromatics, with a “richly honeyed” palate and “lifting zestiness” finishing on a “gloriously rewarding partnership” of whisky and Sauternes.
Serving Tips & Pairings
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Serve neat in a tulip or Glencairn glass to enjoy its layered aroma and natural sweetness.
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Perfect with sticky desserts, fudge, creamy toffee, or indulgently paired with a glass of chilled Sauternes.
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