Arran
Robert Burns
- 43
- 70cl
- Taste: 1
- Islands
Harold Currie, former director of Chivas, founded Arran Distillers in 1994 with the goal of building a distillery on the Isle of Arran. He chose Lochranza, a picturesque village on the island's northern tip, for its proximity to Loch na Davie, a pristine source of fresh water ideal for distilling. Construction of the distillery wrapped up in 1995, but the project faced early challenges, including financial difficulties and adverse weather...
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Harold Currie, former director of Chivas, founded Arran Distillers in 1994 with the goal of building a distillery on the Isle of Arran. He chose Lochranza, a picturesque village on the island's northern tip, for its proximity to Loch na Davie, a pristine source of fresh water ideal for distilling. Construction of the distillery wrapped up in 1995, but the project faced early challenges, including financial difficulties and adverse weather conditions. Despite these setbacks, the first spirit was distilled on June 29, 1995. The distillery officially opened in August 1997, with the then Prince of Wales (now King Charles III) attending the ceremony.
To diversify its offerings, Arran Distillers decided to explore the production of peated whisky. This led to the establishment of a second distillery at Lagg, located in the southern part of the island. The Lagg Distillery, which began operations in 2019, focuses on producing heavily peated whiskies, in contrast to the mostly unpeated whiskies of Lochranza.
A special bottling of Arran Single Malt to celebrate the life of Robert Burns. The Isle of Arran Distillers are the only whisky company to produce a Single Malt officially endorsed by the World Burns Federation. Since being partnered with them since 1998, Arran have the authorisation to use Burns's likeness and signature on their Single Malts. This is in recognition of being the closest distillery to Burns's birthplace of Alloway, Ayrshire.
This single malt is light and aromatic, ideal for drinking prior to or during a meal. A very soft and versatile dram, with no artificial colouring.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Fresh vanilla and cinnamon.
Palate - Sweet and creamy with notes of honey, toffee-glazed pecans and fresh summer fruits.
Finish - Sweetness, apple and citrus.
To diversify its offerings, Arran Distillers decided to explore the production of peated whisky. This led to the establishment of a second distillery at Lagg, located in the southern part of the island. The Lagg Distillery, which began operations in 2019, focuses on producing heavily peated whiskies, in contrast to the mostly unpeated whiskies of Lochranza.
A special bottling of Arran Single Malt to celebrate the life of Robert Burns. The Isle of Arran Distillers are the only whisky company to produce a Single Malt officially endorsed by the World Burns Federation. Since being partnered with them since 1998, Arran have the authorisation to use Burns's likeness and signature on their Single Malts. This is in recognition of being the closest distillery to Burns's birthplace of Alloway, Ayrshire.
This single malt is light and aromatic, ideal for drinking prior to or during a meal. A very soft and versatile dram, with no artificial colouring.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Fresh vanilla and cinnamon.
Palate - Sweet and creamy with notes of honey, toffee-glazed pecans and fresh summer fruits.
Finish - Sweetness, apple and citrus.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig