Cragganmore Distiller's Edition is a Speyside single malt Scotch whisky produced at the Cragganmore Distillery in Ballindalloch, Scotland, which is owned by Diageo. It starts as the Cragganmore 12 Year, made from 100% malted barley, and is then double matured in port-seasoned, recharred American oak casks for up to six months. It is bottled at 40% ABV and sells for around $85-$95.
The body is malty and creamy, with a lingering smokiness. Flavors tend toward more cooked and stewed fruits here. Apricots and peaches, with just a touch of grassiness.
Just as dessert-like as the nose, but not the same notes. The flavor Im getting reminds me of bananas foster, including a bit of vanilla ice cream. The finish has a touch of spice on it with a creamy mouth feel. The addition of water pushes this further into the flavors of caramel with a hint of vanilla.
