Mythical Beasts Craigellachie 18 Year Old Whisky

Key Facts About This Whisky

Range: Mythical Beasts

Release: Nyami Nyami

Distillery: Craigellachie

Age: 18 Years Old

Region: Speyside

Cask Type: Finished in a Cognac cask

Cask Ref: 70314993

Alcohol by Volume: 54.1%

Bottled: Natural colour and without chill filtration

Limited Edition: 278 bottles

Bottle Size: 700ml

Tasting Notes

Without water

Appearance: A yellow amber colour with golden highlights

Nose: Rich fruity tones with accents of sweet, stewed orchard fruits- baked apple and pear compote layered over burnt toffee and a touch of struck match. A reminder of childhood pineapple cube sweets.

Palate: The mouthfeel is full-bodied and pleasantly oily. Initial sharp and zingy sweetness leads to honeyed malt and butterscotch then gives way to tropical fruit and charred oak. There is a balance of spice- nutmeg, ginger and a tang of lemon zest.

Finish: A supremely elegant and long finish which is long and warming. Lingering notes of roasted nuts and dark caramel, with a light mineral smokiness trailing off slowly.

With water

Appearance: Paler amber which still retain the golden highlights

Nose: The water really opens up the sweetness and releases aromas of pear drops, giving way to heather honey and apricot jam.

Palate: A creamier and rounder taste unfolds and the spice retreats revealing more orchard fruits - peaches, baked banana and poached pear. There is a delicate trace of sweet cereal and malt.

Finish: Softer but still long with a hint of honeycomb and a touch of final ginger.

Tasting notes by Lisa McWilliam, Spirits Writer, Great Taste Spirit Judge and Drinks Consultant.

About Nyami Nyami

The sparkling blue waters of the mighty Spey wind their way through the idyllic Speyside landscape, their depths home to myriad mysteries and myths. Gliding effortlessly through deep waterways, the River God Nyami Nyami radiates benevolence, using his supernatural powers to provide sustenance for his followers, bestowing wealth and good fortune, and protecting them from dark forces in troubled times. Yet there is a poignancy about his solitude; he searches the rivers endlessly, seeking a reunion with his beloved mate. If thwarted, this powerful beast has only to shake his mighty snake-like tail to send tremors through the earth and waves crashing to the riverbank. Smooth, strong and complex, with a sting in the tail, this mythical beast leaves a lasting impression.