Speyside Distillery 1991 – Cadenhead’s Small Batch 50.0% (2016)
Speyside Distillery 1991 – Cadenhead's Small Batch
This Speyside Distillery 1991 is a classic, honest Cadenhead's bottling that demonstrates what time and simplicity can do for a traditional Speyside single malt. Distilled in 1991 and bottled in 2016 after 24 years of maturation , it was fully matured in bourbon hogsheads , without overfinishing or embellishment.
As is typical of Cadenhead's Small Batch, this whisky was bottled without chill filtration or artificial coloring , at a robust 50.5% ABV. The edition was limited to 630 bottles , making this bottling particularly interesting today for fans of classic, mature Speyside styles.
In the glass, it reveals itself elegantly and cleanly: soft vanilla, honey, apple, and pear, complemented by light citrus, malt, and a subtle spiciness. Not a flashy whisky, but a whisky that exudes tranquility, balance, and refinement—exactly what you'd expect from a well-matured Speyside from the 1990s.
This is not a hype bottle , but a reliable, timeless single malt for the drinker who values authenticity over marketing.
Specifications
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Distillery: Speyside Distillery
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Vintage: 1991
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Bottler: Cadenhead's
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Series: Small Batch
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Age: 24 years
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Barrel: 2x Bourbon hogsheads
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Alcohol: 50.5%
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Content: 700 ml
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Edition: 630 bottles