The GlenAllachie 17 Year Masters of Wood Scotch Whisky 700mL

The GlenAllachie 17 Year Masters of Wood (Mizunara & Oloroso)
Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 50% ABV (100 Proof) | 750 mL
Process & Profile
This 17-year expression inaugurates GlenAllachie’s Masters of Wood series. Initially aged in American ex-bourbon barrels, it’s then finished in rare Japanese Mizunara oak and Oloroso sherry casks. Master Distiller Billy Walker blends the resulting whiskies to deliver a whisky that fuses Japanese spice and sandalwood with rich sherry sweetness—all bottled uncolored and non-chill-filtered.
Tasting Notes
Nose: Heather honey, crystalized ginger, cocoa, toasted tobacco, orange peel
Palate: Baking spices, blood orange, grilled honeycomb, fig syrup, pecans, demerara sugar
Finish: Long and indulgent with nutty, spicy oak and lingering dark fruit
What Makes It Special
First release in the Masters of Wood high-end wood series
Finished in rare Mizunara oak, prized for sandalwood and spice
Complemented by maturation in Oloroso sherry puncheons/hogsheads
Bottled at 50% ABV, non‑chill‑filtered and without added color
Limited release with only ~4,380 bottles produced
How to Enjoy
Serve neat in a tulip or Glencairn glass to savor intricate layers. A splash of water helps unlock deeper sherry and wood nuances. Pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, mature cheese, or a pipe tobacco moment.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What casks are used?Matured in ex-bourbon, then finished in Mizunara oak and Oloroso sherry casks.
2. How long was it aged?It is aged for 17 years total.
3. What proof is it?Bottled at 50% ABV (100 proof).
4. Is it colored or chill-filtered?No—it’s natural color and non-chill-filtered.
5. What is the Masters of Wood series?It’s GlenAllachie’s premium wood-focused series showcasing rare cask finishes.