Linkwood 2015 (bottled 2025), Wilson & Morgan – Barrel Selection (Single Cask), 57.1%

Introduction

Linkwood 2015 represents the perfect combination of the elegant style of the Speyside distillery and Wilson & Morgan’s expertise in selecting excellent casks. This single cask bottling reflects both parties’ dedication to quality and character.

Production Method

• Ingredients: Made from Scottish malted barley according to Linkwood distillery’s traditional recipe
• Distillation Process: Distilled in 2015 in Linkwood’s distinctive copper stills, known for producing a light and elegant new make
• Maturation: Initial maturation in bourbon casks followed by a 32-month finish in first-fill Oloroso Sherry casks, providing rich and complex flavor notes
• Special Techniques: Hand-selected by Wilson & Morgan as a single cask and bottled without chill filtration at cask strength 57.1% to preserve all aromas and flavor nuances

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich sherry tones meet fruity notes of dried apricots and raisins. Deeper layers reveal honey, vanilla, and subtle spices with a hint of citrus peel
• Taste: Intense and complex with a balance between the sweetness of sherry and Linkwood’s fruity character. Layers of dark chocolate, ripe fruits, walnuts, and discreet spices
• Finish: Long and warming with persistent sherry influence, dried fruits, and a delicate oak dryness that perfectly balances the sweetness

Recommended Serving

• Serving Temperature: 18-20°C to release all aromas
• Glass Recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass that concentrates the aromas
• Serving Ideas: Enjoy it neat first to experience the full flavor profile. Then try with a few drops of water to open up additional aromas and reduce the alcohol strength
• Food Pairings: Dark chocolate, mature cheeses such as Comté or Manchego, or as a counterpoint to a rich dessert with dried fruits

Product Specifications

• Alcohol Content: 57.1% (cask strength)
• Bottle Size: 70 cl
• Country/Region of Origin: Scotland, Speyside
• Certifications/Awards: Wilson & Morgan’s Barrel Selection series is highly respected among whisky enthusiasts and specialists for consistent quality and unique bottlings

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Linkwood 2015 from Wilson & Morgan represents a rare combination of Speyside elegance and rich sherry finish, achievable only through careful cask selection.

As a single cask bottling, this whisky is limited to just a few hundred bottles worldwide, making it a sought-after collector’s item as well as an exceptional tasting experience.

Wilson & Morgan is recognized as one of the most respected independent bottlers, and their selection process guarantees that only the finest casks earn the recognition of becoming part of their Barrel Selection series.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Whisky enthusiasts and collectors have long valued Wilson & Morgan’s special ability to identify casks with exceptional character and potential.

Connoisseurs who have previously invested in bottlings from their Barrel Selection series often return for more when new editions are released – a testament to the consistent quality and unique flavor profile.

The interplay between Linkwood’s distillery profile and the intensive sherry finish has created a whisky that attracts both traditional whisky aficionados and curious explorers in the whisky world.

From Speyside to You

With this bottling, Wilson & Morgan offers you the result of decades of experience and a deep understanding of what makes a whisky truly special – a gift from dedicated whisky artisans.

As a lover of quality spirits, you will appreciate the thoroughness and patience that both the Linkwood distillery and Wilson & Morgan have invested in creating this exceptional single malt.

Sharing a glass of this special bottling is to become part of the international community of whisky enthusiasts who value rare drops and small productions – an experience that deserves to be enjoyed at least once in a lifetime.