First batch of full strength Arran 12 year old single malt. Matured in first & second fill sherry hogsheads bottled September 2011. 12, 000 bottles. Arran Arran Distillery was commissioned by the Isle of Arran Distillers in 1995 to produce Arran malt whisky. Arran Distillery is situated just south of Lochranza on the northern tip of the Isle of Arran off the west coast of Scotl&. Set in a stunning location between mountains & sea Arran is a small distillery is equipped with two stills, dunnage warehouses, a visitor centre offering distillery tours & a distillery cafe. Arran malt whisky is matured in sherry, bourbon, port & wine casks in order to produce an ever-evolving & expanding range of whiskies including Arran single malts & Arran blended scotch. The Sleeping Warrior release comprises Arran single malt whisky matured in both European & American oak casks. Arran Machrie Moor is a peated expression of Arran malt whisky. Aroma: Full-bodied aroma of dark chocolate, toasted oak & baked apples Palate: A warming sherry blanket at first but time & a splash of water reveal more subtle nuances of citrus fruits & cinnamon. Finish: Powerful & spicy but still retains the finesse of classic Arran expressions.