Wolfburn
Aurora
- 46
- 70cl
- Taste: 2
- Highlands
Located in Thurso, William Smith founded Wolfburn Distillery in 1821. He built it near the Wolf Burn (a small stream), which provided the water source for whisky production. During its early years, the distillery produced a significant amount of whisky. By the mid-19th century, it was one of the largest distilleries in Caithness. Unfortunately, like many distilleries of the time, Wolfburn ceased operations towards the end of the 19th century,...
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Located in Thurso, William Smith founded Wolfburn Distillery in 1821. He built it near the Wolf Burn (a small stream), which provided the water source for whisky production. During its early years, the distillery produced a significant amount of whisky. By the mid-19th century, it was one of the largest distilleries in Caithness. Unfortunately, like many distilleries of the time, Wolfburn ceased operations towards the end of the 19th century, and by the 1860s, it had fallen into disuse.
The revival of Wolfburn Distillery began in 2012, nearly 150 years after its closure. The new distillery was constructed not far from the original site, on the outskirts of Thurso. Although designed with modern equipment, the updated buildings still retained traditional methods of whisky production. In 2016, Wolfburn released its first whisky from the new distillery.
Wolfburn created this beautiful sherried whisky using spirit aged in a combination of bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks. With long fermentation and slow, gentle distillation, they mature the spirit on-site in the purpose-built warehouses. After maturation, they blend the casks to craft an exceptionally smooth and perfectly balanced dram.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Sherry sweetness, followed by aromas of freshly cut grass and autumn fruits, with just a hint of coffee and dark chocolate.
Palate - Floral tones come to the fore, with overtones of spice and vanilla. Fruity sweetness coats the palate, with fruit and nut flavours leading to a warm, soft finish.
Finish - The finish lingers gently; sherry tones are present to the very end. Beautiful.
The revival of Wolfburn Distillery began in 2012, nearly 150 years after its closure. The new distillery was constructed not far from the original site, on the outskirts of Thurso. Although designed with modern equipment, the updated buildings still retained traditional methods of whisky production. In 2016, Wolfburn released its first whisky from the new distillery.
Wolfburn created this beautiful sherried whisky using spirit aged in a combination of bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks. With long fermentation and slow, gentle distillation, they mature the spirit on-site in the purpose-built warehouses. After maturation, they blend the casks to craft an exceptionally smooth and perfectly balanced dram.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Sherry sweetness, followed by aromas of freshly cut grass and autumn fruits, with just a hint of coffee and dark chocolate.
Palate - Floral tones come to the fore, with overtones of spice and vanilla. Fruity sweetness coats the palate, with fruit and nut flavours leading to a warm, soft finish.
Finish - The finish lingers gently; sherry tones are present to the very end. Beautiful.
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