Oban Little Bay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Product Description:

Oban Little Bay is a distinctive expression from the historic Oban distillery, nestled on the bustling harbour of Scotland's West Highland coast. This non-age-stated single malt showcases a unique maturation process designed to enhance depth and complexity. After initial aging in traditional oak casks, the whisky is married and finished in small oak casks, or 'Little Bays'. This increased wood contact allows the spirit to develop richer, spicier, and fruitier notes more rapidly, resulting in a more intense and complex expression of Oban's signature style, which expertly balances Highland fruit and malt character with gentle maritime notes.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Rich aromas of honeyed malt, stewed apples, orange peel, and dried fruits like apricots and raisins. Hints of sea salt, clove spice, toasted oak, and a subtle background note of waxiness or brine.
• Palate: Smooth and medium-to-full-bodied. Flavours of rich malt loaf, orange marmalade, dark chocolate, and baked apples mingle with warming spices – notably cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg – amplified by the small cask finish. A gentle coastal saltiness and a whisper of smoke provide balance.
• Finish: Medium to long and warming, with lingering notes of dark chocolate, dried fruit, clove spice, toasted oak, and a final hint of sea salt and subtle smokiness.