Description

Edradour 2014 Aged 10 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – The Un-Chillfiltered Collection By Signatory Vintage (700ml)

Volume: 700ml           ABV: 46%           Age: 10 Years Old           Country: Scotland

Cask Number(s): 44 + 63 + 153 + 154
Date of Distilling: 04/2014
Date of Bottling: 05/2024
Matured In: 1st Fill Oloroso Sherry Butts

Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks.

The Edradour Distillery sits in Perthshire which has been famous through the years for its small farm distilleries but now Edradour distillery is the last man (or lady) standing. It boasts to be Scotland’s smallest distillery and not just in size but in production which also makes the whisky so unique. The output from this distillery was once 600 litres per year but now it can produce up to 90,000 litres per year.

The name Edradour coming from the Gaelic ‘Edred dobhar’ meaning ‘the stream of King Edred’ who we believe may have been Pictish chieftain in the Dark Ages or a Roman legionnaire who liked this very delicious malt whisky. The distillery was founded in 1825 by local farmers and is currently owned by Signatory Vintage Scotch Whisky who purchased the distillery in 2002 from Pernod Ricard. You should expect a creamy malt whisky with hints of mint, nuts and usually has a port or sherry influence.

This single malt whisky was distilled in 2014 at the Edradour distillery in the Scottish Highland whisky region. It was matured solely in 1st fill Oloroso Sherry Butts and in 2024 was bottled at 46% alc/vol as part of the Signatory Vintage Un-Chillfiltered range. This whisky has no added colouring.

Our Tasting Notes

Nose: A captivating aroma of dried fruits, particularly raisins and figs, intertwined with dark chocolate and a hint of spice. Raspberry jam mingles with sherried oak with hints of nutmeg.

Palate: The palate is full-bodied and flavourful, with a balance of sweetness and spice. The sherry influence is prominent, bringing notes of dark chocolate, orange peel, dried fruits, and a touch of cinnamon.

Finish: The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering notes of dark chocolate, dried fruits, creamy vanilla and Victorian sponge. The oaky influence is evident, adding structure and complexity to the finish.

Overall, this Edradour 2014 is a remarkable whisky that showcases the exceptional quality and character of the distillery’s spirit. Its rich, complex flavours and long, satisfying finish make it a truly memorable drinking experience.