Oban 15 Year Old Port Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Limited Edition
Product details
| Management number | 253707581 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$45.15 | Model Number | 253707581 | ||
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The Oban 15 Year Old Port Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a beautifully balanced Highland malt that layers the distillery’s signature coastal character with the luxurious sweetness of Portuguese port wine casks. Matured for fifteen years and finished in port barrels, it delivers a compelling combination of maritime salinity, dark berry richness, and warming spice. As part of a limited-edition release, it offers a distinctive twist on Oban’s classic style while maintaining the elegance and depth that have made the distillery one of Scotland’s most respected coastal producers.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Oban Distillery sits on the rugged west coast of Scotland in the small harbor town of Oban, where it has been producing whisky since 1794. The distillery occupies a unique position geographically—technically part of the Highlands but heavily influenced by the nearby islands and the Atlantic Ocean. This location contributes to Oban’s characteristic balance of coastal salinity and Highland malt richness.
For this limited release, the whisky undergoes a two-stage maturation process:
- Primary maturation: 15 years in American oak barrels, developing the classic Oban notes of honey, citrus, and gentle maritime smoke.
- Secondary maturation: finishing in port wine casks, which introduce rich fruit sweetness and velvety texture.
The port casks add layers of dark berry fruit, plum, and subtle chocolate, enhancing the distillery’s naturally fruity spirit without overwhelming its maritime identity.
The release forms part of Oban’s “Maritime Journey” themed bottlings, highlighting the distillery’s coastal heritage and connection to the sea.
Tasting Profile
Nose
Dark cherry, raspberry preserves, orange peel, sea breeze, and soft toasted oak.
Palate
Velvety and layered with flavors of plum, honeyed malt, dark chocolate, and gentle spice, balanced by Oban’s hallmark coastal salinity.
Finish
Long and warming with lingering red fruit, cocoa, and subtle maritime smoke.
Quick Overview
| Category | Details |
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| ABV / Proof | 52.1% ABV / 104.2 Proof |
| Origin / Region | Highlands, Scotland |
| Producer | Oban Distillery |
| Grape Type / Spirit Type | Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
| Aging or Maturation | 15 years; finished in port wine casks |
| Aromas & Flavors | Dark berries, plum, honey, chocolate, sea salt |
| Style / Identity | Coastal Highland single malt with port-cask richness |
Cocktail Recipes
Highland Port Old Fashioned
Ingredients
- 2 oz Oban 15 Year Port Cask Finish
- ¼ oz demerara syrup
- 2 dashes Angostura bitters
- Orange peel
Preparation
- Add whisky, syrup, and bitters to a mixing glass with ice.
- Stir until chilled.
- Strain over a large ice cube in a rocks glass.
- Express orange peel oils over the drink and garnish.
Coastal Rob Roy
Ingredients
- 2 oz Oban 15 Year Port Cask Finish
- ¾ oz sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters
- Brandied cherry
Preparation
- Combine whisky, vermouth, and bitters in a mixing glass with ice.
- Stir until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with a brandied cherry.
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