Cadenhead's "Enigma" 27 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Product details
| Management number | 253706257 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$127.75 | Model Number | 253706257 | ||
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This 27-year-old release from Cadenhead’s stands out as a refined and mysterious expression—blended malt, mature age statement, and bottled at higher strength. It offers serious drinking pleasure, with depth, clarity and a polished character that’s well suited for thoughtful sipping rather than casual mixing.
Origins & Craftsmanship
Produced by Scotland’s independent bottler Cadenhead’s (established 1842), this expression comes from their “Enigma” series—whiskies selected either from obscure distilleries or under-the-radar cask combos, often without full disclosure of origin. This version was distilled in 1997 and matured for a full 27 years, bottled at 51.8% ABV. While labelled a “blended malt”, it is described as being “teaspooned” (meaning one small malt from another distillery added to the main component) to protect distillery anonymity. The bottling is non-chill-filtered and of natural colour, evidencing the bottler’s commitment to craft integrity.
Tasting Profile
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Nose: Elegant and developed. You’ll find orchard fruits (pear, green apple), custard biscuits, warm pastry, vanilla pod and subtle spice—nutmeg or cinnamon—alongside gentle oak-driven tones.
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Palate: Medium to full in body for its type. Flavours of honey-glazed malt, shortbread, macadamia nuts and candied citrus peel dominate, with a touch of toasted oak and subtle tannin structure.
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Finish: Clean and lingering. The finish carries lightly sweet malt, a residual biscuit or pastry edge, soft oak warmth and a faint mineral or chalky thread that gives a sense of maturity and finesse.
Quick Overview
| Specification | Details |
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| ABV / Proof | 51.8% ABV |
| Origin / Region | Scotland (Independent bottling by Cadenhead’s) |
| Production / Grain Type | Blended Malt Scotch (100% malted barley; multiple distilleries) |
| Aging / Maturation | 27 years in casks (specific cask details not fully disclosed) |
| Aromas & Flavors | Pear, green apple, custard biscuit, vanilla, macadamia nut, candied citrus, gentle oak |
| Style / Identity | Mature, high-quality blended malt; subtle, elegant and craft-focused |
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