Beathan 7 yo (2013/2021), Wilson & Morgan – Sherry Single Cask, 48%

Introduction

Beathan, the rare independently bottled expression of Glenturret, represents a bold departure from the distillery’s typical profile through Wilson & Morgan’s expert cask selection and commitment to natural presentation.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Scottish barley, Highland spring water, and carefully controlled peat used during the malting process to impart subtle smokiness
• Distillation process: Traditional copper pot still distillation at Glenturret Distillery, Scotland’s oldest working distillery dating back to 1775
• Maturation: Fully matured for 7 years (2013-2021) in a specially selected First Fill Sherry oak cask, allowing for concentrated wood interaction
• Special techniques: Single cask bottling at 48% ABV without chill filtration, preserving all natural oils and flavor compounds

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich dried fruits, dark chocolate, toasted nuts, and a subtle hint of peat smoke with underlying notes of Christmas cake and orange zest
• Palate: Velvety mouthfeel with intense sherried notes of raisins, figs, and dark berries balanced with oak spices, nutmeg, and a gentle peat influence providing complexity
• Finish: Long and warming with persistent sweet sherry notes evolving into dried fruits, subtle oak tannins, and a lingering gentle smokiness

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (15-18°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass or Glencairn to concentrate the aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of spring water to open up the complex flavors
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate, dried fruits, aged cheeses, or rich desserts with dried fruit components

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 48% ABV
• Bottle size: 700ml
• Country/Region of origin: Scotland, Highlands
• Certifications/Awards: Selected by Wilson & Morgan’s expert tasting panel as worthy of their prestigious single cask series

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Beathan 7-year-old represents a masterclass in sherry cask maturation, showcasing the perfect marriage between Glenturret’s spirit character and first-fill sherry wood influence.

As a single cask bottling, only a strictly limited number of bottles exist worldwide, making this a fleeting opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Wilson & Morgan’s decades of expertise in cask selection ensures this bottling meets the exceptional standards that connoisseurs have come to expect from their independent releases.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Whisky enthusiasts worldwide seek out these limited Wilson & Morgan bottlings for their uncompromising quality and authentic representation of distillery character.

Collectors who have experienced previous Wilson & Morgan single cask releases consistently return for their new expressions, recognizing the bottler’s commitment to exceptional quality.

Expert whisky reviewers frequently praise the Wilson & Morgan sherry cask selections for their perfect balance between distillery character and cask influence.

From Highlands to Your Glass

Wilson & Morgan shares their passion for whisky discovery through careful cask selection, offering enthusiasts access to rare distillery expressions that would otherwise remain hidden within the warehouse walls.

The approachable yet complex nature of this Beathan bottling showcases the friendly character of Highland whisky while delivering the depth that experienced enthusiasts appreciate.

By choosing this bottle, you join a community of discerning whisky lovers who value authenticity, craftsmanship and the unique character that only a single cask can provide – secure your bottle while this limited release remains available.