Macduff 10 Year Old 2013 – Cadenhead's Original Collection (2024)

Macduff 10 Year Old 2013 – Cadenhead's Original Collection

This Macduff 10-Year-Old , distilled in 2013 and bottled by Cadenhead’s in early 2024 , is a surprisingly mature Highland whisky with more depth than you might expect on paper. It was matured in a combination of bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks , creating a beautiful balance between freshness and warm sherry notes.

The nose reveals ripe apple, orange peel, honey, and soft nuts , followed by a hint of raisin and light spice . The palate is round and approachable , with caramel, malt, dried fruit, and a subtle nutty sherry note . The 46% alcohol adds a touch of body without becoming harsh. The finish is medium-long, slightly spicy, and softly dry .

Macduff is known as a distillery that's often underestimated, but in independent bottlings like this one, it reveals its honest, unpolished character . This isn't an extreme sherry bomb, nor is it a pure bourbon profile, but a very well-balanced daily dram with substance .

Specifications

• Distillery: Macduff

• Region: Highlands

• Age: 10 years

• Bottler: Cadenhead's

• Series: Original Collection

• Barrel ageing: Bourbon & Oloroso Sherry

• Alcohol: 46%

• Content: 700 ml