Spey River Bourbon Oak

85/100
Price Range
$75-$85
Style
Single malt
Age
12 years
Country
Scotland
Region
Speyside
ABV
40%
Volume
700ml
Appearance
Amber gold with caramel hues
Nose
Foral fruit with notes of spice and honeyed malt.
Palate
Melon with citrus, vanilla, caramel and wood.
Finish
Medium length with honey and vanilla wood.
Spey River

Flavour Profile

Fruit
5
Malt
3
Marine
0
Mineral
0
Oil
0
Smoke
0
Spice
4
Sweet
5
Wood
3

Review

Not for me
I liked it
I loved it!

We weren't expecting much from this budget Speyside malt, but were pleasantly surprised. It offers a sweet, fruity profile with notes of melon, citrus, vanilla, and honeyed malt that make it very approachable. While it lacks the complexity and depth of higher-end Speyside whiskies, it delivers solid value for the price. It's easy drinking and works well as an everyday sipper or for those new to single malts. If you're looking for a reliable, budget-friendly option that captures the essence of Speyside without breaking the bank, this is a good choice.

- Two Whiskey Guys, 2022

Food Pairing

This whiskey pairs beautifully with:

Occasion

Casual summer drinking, aperitif before dinner, or a quiet night in.

Right for you?

If you are new to whiskies and like the sweet, fruity, vanilla and toffee flavours then this is a good choice.

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Primary Flavours
fruit and sweet
Secondary Flavours
malt and wood
Experience Level
Beginner
Region
Speyside
Score Range
85-89
Spey River Bourbon Oak | Two Whiskey Guys