Nestled in the Scottish Highlands near Cawdor Castle, Royal Brackla holds a regal legacy, granted its royal warrant by King George IV in 1833, the first distillery ever to do so. The 12 Year Old Sherry Cask edition pairs that distinguished heritage with rich sherry maturation, offering a dram that feels both stately and deeply warm. This pack, six bottles plus a bonus seventh, is made for sharing (or saving) with discretion and delight.

Royal Brackla 12 Year Old Sherry Cask 70 cl (6 + 1 Bottles)
Brand: Royal Brackla | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 43% | Origin: Highlands, Scotland | Vol: 6 × 70 cl + 1 free bottle

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Lush and warming, dried fruit, dark raisins, toasted almonds, honeyed spices, and a kiss of oak sweetness. It’s like opening a vintage cabinet of cinnamon and orange rind.
Palate: Smooth and layered, rich sherry influence brings notes of dark chocolate, fig compote, walnut, and gentle baking spice wrapped in soft malt. The cask-infused fruitiness balances Highland softness elegantly.
Finish: Long and velvety, lingering fruit and spice give way to warm oak and a subtle caramel glow that stays with you.

Production Details:
Matured for 12 years, this single malt is finished in carefully selected sherry casks (primarily Oloroso), allowing concentrated fruit character and spice to meld with Royal Brackla’s core malt profile. Bottled at 43% ABV, it's gentle yet expressive, showcasing both wood influence and distillate purity.

Perfect For:
A gift for whisky lovers, holiday celebrations, or entertaining with style. The 6+1 format makes it perfect for hosting or saving, a regal gesture for sharing the richness of Scottish malt in numbers.

Expert Notes:
The 12 Year Old Sherry Cask is often celebrated for striking a balance between bold sherried depth and Highland elegance. Reviewers describe it as approachable yet refined, showing how cask choice can elevate without overwhelming subtlety.

Customer Reviews:
🗣️ “This gift pack felt luxurious, the whisky itself is smooth and richly spiced.”
🗣️ “Sherry cask influence is strong, but never cloying. Great value for 12‑year malt.”
🗣️ “Loved the bonus bottle, perfect for stocking up or sharing.”

Interesting Fact:
Royal Brackla is the first-ever distillery to receive a royal warrant, and their expression remains aligned with that honor, refined, dignified, and distinctly Highland at heart.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve neat to savor the sherry and malt interplay, or add a splash of water to release citrus and spice layers. Goes beautifully with fruitcake, dark chocolate, or smoky hard cheeses.

Distillery Background:
Established in 1812 on Highland soil near Cawdor, Royal Brackla has maintained a reputation for crafting high-quality single malt defined by smoothness and character. Though often overshadowed by larger names, this whisky embodies a quiet nobility, bringing history, craft, and flavor together with poise.