Arran’s “The Bodega” isn’t here to be subtle, it’s a full bodied, cask-strength statement that proves sherry matured whisky can be powerful and polished. If elegance had an edge, this would be it.

Arran Sherry Cask “The Bodega” 70cl
Brand: Arran | Category: Island Single Malt | ABV: 55.8% | Origin: Isle of Arran, Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Intense and opulent, black cherries, dark chocolate, espresso, and spiced orange peel rise from the glass like theatre curtains.
Palate: Rich and oily, with bold layers of fig jam, cinnamon, walnut loaf, and blood orange, all wrapped in sweet Oloroso warmth.
Finish: Long and commanding, dark berries, crushed almonds, and lingering oak tannins fade slowly into soft spice.

Production Details:
Matured entirely in first-fill Oloroso sherry hogsheads and bottled at natural cask strength without chill filtration. “The Bodega” captures the pure, undiluted spirit of sherry matured Arran in its most raw and expressive form.

Perfect For:
Late-night reflections, fireside arguments about what makes a whisky “great,” or any time you crave a dram that pulls no punches.

Expert Notes:
Praised for delivering top-tier sherry influence without the price tag of its Speyside rivals. Whisky connoisseurs love it for its intensity, balance, and no-nonsense character, pure cask strength, pure island soul.

Customer Reviews:
“Hits hard, but never harsh. The flavor’s turned all the way up.”   Matt D.
“Sherry bomb? More like sherry symphony. Every note is there.”   Joan K.
“If you like Macallan but want it bolder and less polite, this is your bottle.”   Vince O.

Interesting Fact:
The name “Bodega” is a nod to the sherry bodegas of Jerez, where these casks lived their first life before crossing continents to shape Arran’s boldest dram.

Serving Suggestions:
Neat if you’re feeling brave. Add a few drops of water to calm the strength and reveal layers of spice and fruit. This is one for slow sipping, not casual pours.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 1995, Arran is one of Scotland’s few remaining independent distilleries, bold in spirit, unbound by tradition. “The Bodega” is proof that island malts can be just as rich and expressive as their mainland cousins, with a wilder heart.