Arran Sauternes Cask Finish is a luscious, dessert-style whisky that fuses Arran’s fruity, delicate core with the opulent sweetness of Sauternes wine casks. Creamy, vibrant, and approachable, it offers a beautifully balanced sip filled with floral fruit and rich sweetness—perfect for those who appreciate sweetness done with elegance.

Origins & Maturation

The whisky undergoes an initial 8-year maturation in traditional oak (likely ex-bourbon) casks, followed by a finishing period in carefully selected Sauternes wine casks from a boutique Bordeaux producer.
Bottled at 50% ABV, (in a 700 ml bottle) it's non-chill filtered and showcases natural color.

Nose (Aroma)

Sweet and inviting, the nose opens with honeysuckle, melon, and marzipan, lifted by delicate floral and citrus notes, creating a springtime bouquet of softness and charm

Palate & Texture

Rich and smooth, the palate brings honeyed sweetness, vanilla, sultana, and spice balanced by a lively zestiness and zingy salinity. A wave of toasted oak adds depth while the whisky remains light and expressive

Finish

Elegant and lingering, the finish is filled with apricot, melon, honeysuckle, and lingering sweetness—creating a refined and harmonious close.

Highlights at a Glance

Feature	Details
Style	Sauternes-finished dessert-style single malt
ABV	50%, 700 ml
Aromas	Honeysuckle, melon, marzipan
Flavors	Honeyed fruit, vanilla, sultana, citrus zest, oak spice
Finish	Sweet, floral, lingering with stone fruit notes
Pairing	Ideal with creamy toffee, fudge-based desserts, or as a standalone sweet dram

Critics & Commentary

Drinkhacker (Christopher Null) describes it as bright and summery with a golden hue, aromas of citrus and sweet cereal, and a palate reminiscent of toasted coconut, brown butter, and dry hay.
Tasting notes from Arran emphasize honeysuckle and melon aromatics, with a “richly honeyed” palate and “lifting zestiness” finishing on a “gloriously rewarding partnership” of whisky and Sauternes.

Serving Tips & Pairings

Serve neat in a tulip or Glencairn glass to enjoy its layered aroma and natural sweetness.
Perfect with sticky desserts, fudge, creamy toffee, or indulgently paired with a glass of chilled Sauternes.

Arran Single Malt Whisky