Aberlour A'bunadh Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Aberlour A’bunadh (Gaelic for “the original”) is a cask strength Speyside single malt crafted entirely by hand. Matured exclusively in Oloroso sherry butts and bottled without chill-filtration, each batch delivers uncompromising depth and power — rich dried fruit, spice and dark chocolate in a whisky that pays tribute to Aberlour’s founder, James Fleming. A benchmark sherried malt, robust, complex and truly gift-worthy.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Deep amber with auburn highlights. Aromas of mixed spice, praline and spiced orange harmonise with Oloroso richness. The palate is full-bodied and creamy with black cherries, dried fruit, ginger and dark bitter chocolate. The finish is long, intense and warming with exotic spice, oak and lingering sherry sweetness.

Key Details

• Producer: Aberlour (Chivas Brothers / Pernod Ricard)
• Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Region: Speyside, Scotland
• ABV: Cask Strength (approx. 59–61% depending on batch)
• Volume: 700ml
• Serve: Neat, with a splash of water, or over ice

Cocktail Pairings

Best savoured neat to appreciate its cask strength power, but also shines in bold cocktails: Old Fashioned to highlight its deep sherry character; Rob Roy for a Speyside twist on the Manhattan; Godfather with amaretto for nutty sweetness; Blood & Sand balancing fruit and malt depth; or a warming Hot Toddy with honey, lemon and spice.

Craftsmanship & Story

Introduced in the late 1990s, A’bunadh was created as a tribute to Aberlour’s 19th-century founder, James Fleming. Each batch is matured solely in Spanish Oloroso sherry butts, bottled at natural cask strength and without chill-filtration. Its uncompromising style has earned cult status worldwide, loved by those who seek the richest, most authentic Speyside experience.

Special Features

A’bunadh is released in small numbered batches, each unique yet consistently powerful. Exclusively sherry-matured, bottled at cask strength and non-chill-filtered, it captures Aberlour’s philosophy of purity and intensity. Its hallmark combination of dried fruit, spice and chocolate makes it one of the most revered sherried single malts in the world.

Recognition & Accolades

A’bunadh has received consistent acclaim, including:

• Overall Winner – Spirit of Speyside Whisky Awards, 2024
• Gold – New Zealand Spirits Awards, 2023
• Whisky of the Year – International Whisky Competition, 2022 (Batch #70, 95.8 pts)
• Bronze – World Whiskies Awards, 2023 & 2024
• Multiple Golds – IWSC & ISC across decades (58 Golds, 8 Trophies since 1986)

These honours affirm A’bunadh’s reputation as one of the world’s greatest cask strength sherried whiskies.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

Powerful, rich and uncompromising, Aberlour A’bunadh is a prized gift for whisky enthusiasts and a must-have for collectors of sherried single malts. Its presentation and cult status make it unforgettable.

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