Aberlour 12 years non chill filtered

About the Aberlour 12 years non chill filtered

Aberlour 12 years non chill filtered is a Speyside single malt Scotch whisky from Scotland. Aberlour crafts this official bottling for drinkers who prefer their spirit uncut by chill filtration. It carries a 12-year age statement and is bottled at 48% ABV. This single malt sits in the core Aberlour range beside the chill-filtered 12-year-old. The higher bottling strength helps the flavours read clearly in the glass. The Aberlour distillery sits where the River Lour meets the Spey in Moray. James Fleming rebuilt the site in 1879 after fire destroyed the original buildings. Like the standard Aberlour 12, this expression matures in a mix of American oak bourbon casks and sherry-seasoned butts. Skipping chill filtration keeps more of the natural oils in the whisky. The village takes its name from the Gaelic for mouth of the chattering burn. That stream feeds production alongside barley from trusted local suppliers. Sherry cask influence remains a house signature across the range. Launched in the United States in 2012. Aberlour 12 years non chill filtered offered a richer alternative to the filtered release. In the glass, honey and vanilla meet sweet dried fruit and bright mango. Pineapple adds a tropical lift. Cinnamon and gentle spice weave through raisins and sultanas. The texture feels fuller than many standard-strength Speyside malts. You'll notice fruity sweetness first, then deeper notes from the cask wood. The profile stays balanced rather than heavy. Many tasters pick up a light toasty edge behind the spice. Pour Aberlour 12 years non chill filtered neat to appreciate the layered fruit and warmth. It rewards patient sipping and suits fans of sherry-matured Speyside whisky who want more intensity. This is a solid step up if you already enjoy the regular Aberlour 12. The non-chill-filtered format preserves character that filtration can soften. Keep it as a slow evening dram rather than a rushed pour.