An Orkney 6 Year Old, by Cadenhead
$89.99
- Weight:
- 4.20 LBS
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Description
Buy An Orkney 6 Year Old by Cadenhead in Canada
Discover An Orkney 6 Year Old by Cadenhead, an independently bottled single malt Scotch whisky for enthusiasts seeking distinctive island whisky and characterful releases beyond familiar distillery bottlings. Released through Cadenhead’s Original Collection, this expression brings together a six-year age statement, bourbon-cask maturation, and a flavour profile featuring creamy sweetness, honey, malt, and warming spice.
For Canadian whisky enthusiasts looking to expand a collection or explore an independent bottling, An Orkney 6 Year Old offers a different kind of purchase: a named region, an undisclosed distillery, and a clearly identified bottler. It is an appealing option for buyers who enjoy exploring how cask selection and distillery character shape a single malt.
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An Orkney 6 Year Old by Cadenhead — Product Overview
Bottled by Wm Cadenhead’s, Scotland’s historic independent whisky bottler, An Orkney is presented as a single malt from an undisclosed distillery on Orkney. The distillery’s identity is intentionally not stated on the official bottling page, so the product is best described by its published name rather than attributed to a specific producer.
The official Cadenhead listing identifies this release as distilled in 2016, bottled in June 2023, matured in bourbon casks, and bottled at 46% ABV. Its tasting notes highlight creamy aromas, custard creams, heather honey, golden syrup, nougat, pineapple, and a lightly salty finish.
Product Details
- Bottler: Wm Cadenhead’s
- Product name: An Orkney Distillery
- Age statement: 6 years
- Whisky type: Single malt Scotch whisky
- Region: Orkney, Scotland
- Distillation year: 2016
- Bottling date: June 2023
- Cask type: Bourbon
- Alcohol strength: 46% ABV
- Bottle size: 700 ml
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Why Choose Cadenhead An Orkney 6 Year Old?
Independent Bottling with a Distinctive Identity
Cadenhead’s independent bottlings appeal to whisky drinkers who want to explore expressions outside standard distillery ranges. An Orkney combines a specific age statement with an undisclosed distillery identity, giving this bottle a distinct place in an independent-bottling collection.
Bourbon-Cask Character
Maturation in bourbon casks brings a profile that can emphasize creamy sweetness, vanilla-like notes, honey, and malt. Cadenhead’s published tasting notes for this release feature custard creams, heather honey, golden syrup, and nougat, followed by pineapple, rock salt, and oatcakes.
A Six-Year Single Malt for Curious Enthusiasts
Age is only one part of a whisky’s character. This six-year-old expression gives enthusiasts an opportunity to explore a younger Orkney single malt and compare its cask influence and flavour with older island Scotch bottlings.
A Different Bottle for a Whisky Collection
For collectors who already own familiar single malts, an independent bottling can add variety to a shelf or tasting lineup. An Orkney 6 Year Old may suit buyers interested in regional Scotch, independent bottlers, and numbered or age-stated releases. Collectibility and resale value depend on market demand, bottle condition, provenance, and availability.
Tasting Notes: An Orkney 6 Year Old
Nose: Creamy aromas, hay, custard creams, and budding gorse.
Palate: Heather honey, dry embers, golden syrup, and nougat.
Finish: Pineapple juice, stroopwafels, rock salt, and oatcakes.
These notes are based on Cadenhead’s published tasting profile. Your own impressions may differ depending on the glassware, serving conditions, and palate.
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- The bottle name and six-year age statement.
- The stated alcohol strength and bottle volume.
- Label, packaging, and bottle condition.
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- Applicable delivery, payment, and returns policies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy An Orkney 6 Year Old by Cadenhead in Canada?
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What is the alcohol strength of Cadenhead An Orkney 6 Year Old?
Cadenhead’s official bottling page lists this release at 46% ABV. Confirm the strength on the specific bottle and product listing before purchase.
Which distillery produced An Orkney 6 Year Old?
The official Cadenhead listing identifies the source as an undisclosed Orkney distillery. The product should not be attributed to a specific distillery unless reliable documentation confirms its identity.
What does An Orkney 6 Year Old taste like?
Published tasting notes describe creamy aromas, custard creams, heather honey, golden syrup, and nougat, followed by pineapple, rock salt, and oatcakes.
Is Cadenhead An Orkney 6 Year Old a collectible whisky?
It may interest enthusiasts who collect independent bottlings and age-stated Scotch. Its future value is not guaranteed and depends on factors including demand, condition, provenance, and supply.
What should I check before buying this whisky online?
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