Stoic Drinker’s Notes
2017-11-26 | Good/Very Good

New Release: Royal Brackla 1994-2017 22yo GM Exclusive for JIS #8082 51.7%

Royal Brackla ROYAL BRACKLA 1994-2017 22yo GM EXCLUSIVE for JIS #8082 51.7% - One of 251 bottles, Refill Sherry Hogshead
Bottle #ロイヤルブラックラ(ROYAL BRACKLA)
A rare Sherry-aged Brackla with distinctive specifications. Royal Brackla ROYAL BRACKLA 1994-2017 22yo GM EXCLUSIVE for JIS #8082 51.7% One of 251 bottles, Refill Sherry Hogshead The aroma is rich in Sherry, with notes of American cherry, raisin, chocolate, lightly brewed coffee, and spices like cinnamon. Deep maltiness emerges from the background. When tasted, it offers a luxurious Sherry character with prunes, raisins, and a slow-revealing spice profile. A pronounced sweetness balances with a firm tannic structure, while the malt's savory depth lingers on the finish. [Good/Very Good] Recently bottled for Japan's JIS import system, this Royal Brackla 1994 was aged for 22 years. At first glance, its deep color suggested a first-fill Sherry cask, but it was actually a refill. However, the Sherry influence is clearly present, with aromas of ripe dark fruits, dried fruit, coffee, chocolate, and spices. The palate delivers a satisfying Sherry character, with rich sweetness balanced by tannins. The malt's savory essence remains intact, making this a well-crafted Sherry cask whisky. Indeed, the JIS selection proves insightful - a fascinating and delicious bottling.