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Speyburn Bradan Orach

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(2)€18Scotland, Speyside, Single Malt

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Bradan Orach translates as golden salmon in Gaelic. A nod to the prized fishing on the River Spey beside the Speyburn distillery. This no-age-statement malt matures entirely in American oak ex-bourbon casks, keeping the profile bright and approachable. Pineapple and pear fruit lead, with toffee sweetness and old wood spice on the finish. The bourbon barrels add vanilla depth without heaviness. Speyburn has distilled in Rothes since 1897, and this expression captures the lighter side of Speyside. Enjoy it neat as an easy introduction to the house style.

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Speyburn

Nestled in the picturesque Speyside region of Scotland, the Speyburn distillery has been crafting single malt Scotch whisky since 1897. Situated near the Granty Burn tributary of the River Spey, this distillery benefits from the abundant natural resources and pristine water sources in the area. Speyburn distillery is known for its traditional approach to whisky production. The distillery employs copper pot stills and utilizes a combination of malted barley, yeast, and water from the Granty Burn to create its signature spirit. This careful craftsmanship results in a whisky characterized by a smooth and rich flavour profile.

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About the Speyburn Bradan Orach

Speyburn Bradan Orach is a single malt Scotch whisky from Speyside in Scotland. Speyburn matures this expression exclusively in American oak ex-bourbon casks. It is bottled at 40% ABV as the brightest member of the core range. The distillery sits in Rothes on the River Spey. Salmon fishing on the river gave this bottling its Gaelic name. Founded in 1897, Speyburn uses traditional copper pot stills to produce a light spirit. That gentle new make suits extended bourbon-barrel maturation without picking up excessive wood dryness. Pineapple and pear lead on the palate, with floral notes and fresh fruit keeping the texture lively. Toffee sweetness builds through the mid-palate. Old wood and vanilla from the bourbon casks add gentle spice on a creamy finish. The overall effect is welcoming rather than challenging from first aroma to last drop. Bradan Orach sits at the entry point of the Speyburn range. It shows how bourbon cask ageing can highlight orchard fruit in an everyday style. The bright golden colour matches the whisky's open, energetic character. Speyburn Bradan Orach works well neat for newcomers to Speyside single malts. It demonstrates the lighter side of the region without demanding prior knowledge. Easy-going sweetness and gentle wood spice make it a reliable daily dram. The golden salmon name ties this bright malt to the River Spey and its fishing heritage. Pineapple and pear fruit stay lively from nose to finish, with woody vanilla rounding the edges gently. Toffee sweetness on the creamy finish makes Speyburn Bradan Orach an easy Speyside pour for any occasion.