Old Pulteney
Cask #12
Old Pulteney 16 Year Old 2008 Signatory Cask Strength
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Plunge into maritime excellence with Old Pulteney 16 Year Old 2008, a Signatory Cask Strength release drawn from a 1st Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt (#12) and bottled in February 2025.
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Tasting Notes
Nose: A swirl of salt-kissed toffee, dark dried fruits, and a delicate hint of leather, underscored by a subtle sea breeze
Palate: Luscious fig, molasses, and chocolate notes anchor the dram, framed by a touch of oak spice and the faint tang of maritime salinity
Finish: Long and warming, unveiling sherry-soaked fruit, a lingering brine, and a final flourish of nutty richness
Plunge into maritime excellence with Old Pulteney 16 Year Old 2008, a Signatory Cask Strength release drawn from a 1st Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt (#12) and bottled in February 2025. Known as the “Maritime Malt,” Old Pulteney’s coastal spirit is here enriched by bold sherry influence, yielding 662 bottles of robust, full-bodied character. Bottled at cask strength and unchill-filtered, each pour resonates with the briny air of Wick, combined with the sumptuous sweetness of Oloroso wood.
Why We Think You’ll Love It:
- Showcases Old Pulteney’s signature maritime DNA, heightened by first-fill Oloroso cask richness
- At cask strength, it presents a naturally bold and intense flavour profile
- Generous outturn of 662 bottles, perfect for fans and collectors seeking a memorable limited release
- Embodies the coastal-meets-sherried charm that has made Old Pulteney an icon among whisky aficionados
Celebrate the captivating union of sea and sherry in this standout expression—an ode to Old Pulteney’s maritime heritage and the indulgent allure of Oloroso wood.
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Old Pulteney
Pulteney Distillery, founded by James Henderson in 1826 in the coastal town of Wick, Caithness, is a renowned Highland malt whisky distillery. Known for its worm tubs and uniquely short stills, Pulteney creates a distinctive character in its whiskies. A fragment of the original water channel, designed by Thomas Telford, still remains as a nod to its heritage. The distillery’s acclaimed core range includes Old Pulteney 12 Year Old, 17 Year Old, and 21 Year Old, complemented by non-age-statement releases like Clipper and Navigator, showcasing its maritime influence and exceptional craftsmanship.
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