Aberfeldy 16 Year Old finishes the honeyed Highland spirit in ex-Madeira wine casks, adding a distinctive nutty sweetness to the distillery's characteristically golden, honeyed character. The Madeira influence is well-judged — adding interest without overwhelming the essential Aberfeldy identity.
Sixteen years provide genuine maturity that supports the Madeira finishing. The honey that defines Aberfeldy's house style has developed depth and complexity, and the Madeira adds a wine-like richness that is quite different from the more common sherry finishes.
Aberfeldy 16 is a well-made, Madeira-finished Highland malt that offers genuine interest at its price. The combination of Aberfeldy's golden honey character and Madeira's nutty warmth creates a whisky with its own distinctive appeal.
