Description

Aultmore 2011 Aged 14 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cask Strength Collection By Signatory Vintage Cask #7 (700ml)

Volume: 700ml           ABV: 62.0%           Age: 14 Years Old           Country: Scotland

Cask Number(s): #7
Date of Distilling: 04.05.2011
Date of Bottling: 27.05.2025
Matured In: 1st Fill Pedro Ximènez Sherry Hogshead Finish

The Whisky

Unveil the “Foggie Moss” in its most intense and decadent form with the Aultmore 14 Year Old 2011 (Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection #7). This 700ml single malt is a powerful departure from the distillery’s typically light and floral profile. Distilled on May 4, 2011, and bottled on May 27, 2025, this expression has been matured for 14 years, including a transformative finish in a single First-Fill Pedro Ximénez (PX) Hogshead.

Presented at a massive cask strength of 62% ABV, Cask #7 is a limited release yielding only 346 bottles. The high octane spirit acts as the perfect engine for the rich, syrupy influence of the fresh PX sherry wood. As part of the Cask Strength Collection, it remains non-chill filtered and natural in colour, showcasing a deep amber hue with mahogany shimmers that hint at the “sherry monster” within.

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: Intense, aromatic, and deeply indulgent. You are greeted by a concentrated wave of raisin bread and dried dates, followed by a lush layer of stewed plums and warm caramel. As it breathes, the first fill PX influence reveals sophisticated notes of dark chocolate, soft leather, and a hint of balsamic glaze, creating a nose that feels remarkably dense and festive.

Palate: The arrival is big, bold, and “velvety,” with the 62% ABV providing a significant but well-integrated warmth. It delivers an explosion of sweet PX sherry and soft mocha, which quickly evolves into a mid-palate of plum compote and candied orange zest. The signature Aultmore “clean” spirit provides a structural backbone, layering nutmeg and cinnamon spice over a deep, dark fruit core.

Finish: Very long, warm, and graceful. The finish lingers with a final flourish of sherry richness and dark honey, finally tapering off with a clean trail of liquorice and a subtle, sophisticated oak dryness.

The Distillery

Aultmore, founded in 1897 by Alexander Edward, is located in the “Foggie Moss” area of Speyside. A unique factual detail: The distillery’s name comes from An t-Allt Mòr, Gaelic for “the big burn,” referring to the Auchinderran Burn that provides its exceptionally pure water. Aultmore has long been a “secret” malt, highly prized by blenders for its ethereal, grassy, and floral character—most notably as a top-dressing for Dewar’s. Because official bottlings were rare for over a century, independent releases like this Signatory Cask #7 are vital for enthusiasts who want to see the distillery’s delicate spirit amplified by high strength, premium wood finishes.

Overall Review

The Aultmore 14 Year Old 2011 Signatory Cask Strength #7 is globally reviewed as a “PX powerhouse,” praised for its incredible aromatic density and heat management despite the 62% ABV. Critics have lauded its “luscious flavour profile and robust sherry depth,” marking it as a mandatory purchase for fans of the Cask Strength Collection and those seeking a Speyside malt that balances “beastly” power with elegant fruitiness.