Berry Bros & Rudd Linkwood Small Batch Speyside 10YO 46% 700ml

Berry Bros. & Rudd Linkwood Small Batch, 10-Year-Old (46%) is a refined Speyside single malt selected and bottled by the esteemed independent bottler Berry Bros. & Rudd. Known for its elegant, floral spirit, Linkwood distillery is a hidden gem among Speyside malts, and this 10-year-old small batch bottling highlights the distillery’s delicate complexity and balance. Matured in a combination of casks to enhance both fruit and oak character, it is bottled at a generous 46% ABV—non-chill filtered and natural in color—to preserve its true nature.

Tasting Notes Profile:

Nose:
The nose is bright and fresh, with inviting aromas of green apple, pear drops, and citrus zest. Light floral notes—honeysuckle and chamomile—drift through, supported by hints of vanilla cream, barley sugar, and soft oak. A subtle herbaceous note lends complexity, making it a graceful introduction to the dram.

Palate:
Silky and medium-bodied, the palate offers a charming interplay of orchard fruits and soft malt. Flavors of baked apple, lemon curd, and white peach come to the fore, layered with gentle spice—white pepper, clove, and a trace of nutmeg. Hints of shortbread and toasted almonds provide texture, while the oak influence is subtle and well-integrated, giving structure without overpowering the spirit’s freshness.

Finish:
The finish is clean and moderately long, with lingering notes of citrus peel, vanilla, and a gentle malty sweetness. A final whisper of spice and floral freshness rounds out this elegant Speyside expression.

Overall:

Berry Bros. & Rudd Linkwood Small Batch 10-Year-Old is a graceful and approachable single malt that showcases the finesse of Speyside whisky. Its delicate fruit-forward profile, coupled with a clean, well-balanced palate, makes it ideal for those seeking a lighter style with depth and subtlety. Perfect for warm afternoons, relaxed evenings, or as an introduction to the world of single malts, this bottling is a testament to the quality and curation of Berry Bros. & Rudd.

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