Arran “The Bothy” Quarter Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cask Strength Island Malt (56.2% ABV)
Product details
| Management number | 253705650 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$32.00 | Model Number | 253705650 | ||
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Arran Quarter Cask “The Bothy” is a bold, high-impact single malt that delivers intensity, sweetness, and tropical fruit in full volume. Bottled at cask strength, it amplifies Arran’s signature style—honeyed citrus, pineapple, vanilla, and spice—into a richer, more powerful expression. This is a whisky that combines approachability with serious depth, making it one of the most compelling values in cask-strength Scotch.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Produced at the Lochranza Distillery on the Isle of Arran, this whisky reflects the distillery’s focus on clean, fruit-forward island malts.
What sets “The Bothy” apart is its double maturation process:
- Aged approximately 7 years in first-fill ex-bourbon barrels
- Finished for ~2 years in smaller 125-liter “quarter casks”
These smaller casks dramatically increase the interaction between spirit and wood, resulting in:
👉 Faster, more intense flavor development
👉 Greater oak influence and richness
👉 A more concentrated, full-bodied profile
Bottled at cask strength (~56.2% ABV) with no chill filtration and natural color, it presents the whisky in its purest form .
The name “The Bothy” references the small shelters historically used across Scotland—echoing the use of smaller casks and traditional practices .
Critics Reviews
- World Whiskies Awards – Category Winner (2024)
- San Francisco World Spirits Competition – Double Gold (recent awards)
These accolades reinforce its reputation as a standout cask-strength single malt at its price point.
Tasting Profile
Nose
Citrus zest, vanilla, cinnamon, and light cocoa with fresh orchard fruit.
Palate
Full-bodied and vibrant with honey, coconut, pineapple, vanilla, and peppery spice
Finish
Long and warming with sweet spice, oak, and lingering tropical fruit.
Quick Overview
| Category | Details |
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| ABV / Proof | ~56.2% ABV / ~112.4 Proof |
| Origin / Region | Isle of Arran, Scotland |
| Producer | Arran (Lochranza Distillery) |
| Spirit Type | Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
| Aging or Maturation | 7 years ex-bourbon + ~2 years quarter cask |
| Aromas & Flavors | Honey, citrus, pineapple, vanilla, spice |
| Style / Identity | Cask strength, fruit-forward, oak-enhanced |
Recommended Service
Serving:
Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water.
Water Effect:
Softens the heat and unlocks more tropical fruit and vanilla sweetness.
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