Edradour 12 yo (2012/2024), Oloroso Sherry Butts – Batch #4, 58.6%

Introduction

Edradour 12-year-old Batch #4 represents the pinnacle of artisanal whisky-making from Scotland’s smallest traditional distillery, where time-honored methods meet the exceptional influence of Oloroso sherry maturation.

Production Method

• Raw materials: 100% Scottish malted barley, traditionally milled and fermented with Highland spring water from the Edradour Burn
• Distillation process: Double distilled in Scotland’s smallest traditional copper pot stills, preserving the characteristically rich Edradour spirit
• Maturation: 12 years in selected Oloroso Sherry Butts, allowing for deep interaction between spirit and wood from 2012 to 2024
• Special techniques: Small-batch production with limited intervention, bottled at natural cask strength without chill filtration to preserve maximum flavor complexity

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich dried fruits, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, Christmas cake spices, with hints of leather and polished oak
• Palate: Intense sherry sweetness, raisins, dates, and figs, followed by coffee, tobacco, nutmeg, and cinnamon with subtle vanilla undertones
• Finish: Long, warming, and satisfying with lingering dark fruits, oak spices, and a pleasant dryness reminiscent of fine dark chocolate

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (16-18°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass or Glencairn to concentrate the aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat; a few drops of spring water may unlock additional complexity while taming the high ABV
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate, dried fruits, rich Christmas pudding, or blue cheese to complement the sherry influence

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 58.6% ABV (cask strength)
• Bottle size: 70cl
• Country/Region of origin: Scotland, Highlands, Perthshire
• Certifications/Awards: Part of Edradour’s highly acclaimed sherry-matured limited batch series

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Edradour 12-year-old Batch #4 delivers an exceptional depth of character that only Scotland’s smallest traditional distillery can achieve with their patient, artisanal approach.

With only a limited number of bottles released in this exclusive batch, the opportunity to experience this particular expression of Edradour’s craftsmanship is increasingly rare.

Master Distiller Andrew Symington personally selects only the finest Oloroso sherry casks for this expression, applying decades of expertise to create a whisky of remarkable distinction.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Whisky enthusiasts worldwide celebrate Edradour’s sherry-matured expressions as among the most characterful and distinctive Highland malts available.

Collectors who have invested in previous batches of Edradour’s limited releases continue to seek out each new expression, recognizing the consistent excellence and collectible nature of these special bottlings.

The critical acclaim garnered by Edradour’s sherry-influenced whiskies speaks to their exceptional quality and the distillery’s commitment to traditional Scottish whisky-making.

From Edradour Distillery to You

By selecting this exceptional whisky, you’re invited to experience the same passion for quality that drives the small team of craftspeople at Edradour to create such remarkable spirits.

The warmth and character of this whisky reflects the welcoming spirit of the Highland community where it’s lovingly produced in one of Scotland’s most picturesque distilleries.

Join the discerning community of Edradour enthusiasts who appreciate the authentic connection to Scotland’s whisky heritage that each dram of this exceptional single malt provides.