Product Description

Aberfeldy 16 Year Old is a medium to full-bodied Highland single malt Scotch whisky. Matured for 16 years in a combination of first-fill, refill, and re-char ex-bourbon casks, it is then finished for six months in premium Oloroso sherry casks to develop gentle sweetness, soft oak influence, and balanced complexity.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Dominant notes of wildflower honey, citrus, warming cloves, with undertones of dried fruits and vanilla.

• Palate: Velvety texture featuring fruitcake, dark chocolate, and butterscotch, balanced by soft oak tannins and gentle spices.

• Finish: Long and coating, with a satisfying richness of honeyed sweetness and oak.

• Balance & Complexity: Exhibits layered sweetness, soft spice, and gentle sherry influence, reflecting careful maturation and refined integration of flavors.

Available Sizes

• 750ml

ABV

• 40%

Style/Type

• Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Company/Producer

• Aberfeldy Distillery

Distillery Location

• Aberfeldy, Highland, Scotland

Awards

• N/A

Expression/Variant

• 16 Year Old

Aged Period / Cask Type / Release Year

• 16 years; matured in first-fill, refill, and re-char ex-bourbon casks; finished 6 months in Oloroso sherry casks

Aberfeldy 16 Year Old Price in India

Signature Cocktails / Mixes

• Aberfeldy Gold Fashioned: 60ml Aberfeldy 16, 5ml local honey water (1:1 honey & hot water), 2 dashes Angostura bitters. Stir with ice, garnish with orange zest express.

• The Honeyed Highball: 50ml Aberfeldy 16 topped with chilled soda water. Serve over large ice block, garnish with lemon wedge or cinnamon stick.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Is it smoky?
  It is not peated. Slight wisp of smoke may exist from cask interaction, but no medicinal peat notes.

• How should I drink it?
  Versatile; can be enjoyed neat, with a few drops of water, or in a “Gold Fashioned” cocktail.

• How does it compare to the 12-year-old?
  Richer and more full-bodied due to extra aging and Oloroso sherry finish.

• Is it beginner-friendly?
  Yes. Smooth, honeyed profile makes it approachable for those new to Highland single malts.

• What is the “Angels’ Share”?
  Nearly half the liquid evaporates during 16 years in cask, concentrating remaining whisky’s flavor.

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Approximate prices for information only. We do not sell/encourage alcohol or target minors. Drink responsibly if legal. Not affiliated with any brand/retailer. Indian prices are state-set MRP/MSP; actual retail prices may vary.