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Oban Heart of the Harbour 12 year old, 55.3%
Price: ● Issue: Winter 2025 ● Reviewer: Jonny McCormick ● Category: Single Malt Scotch
The most approachable dram in the 2025 Special Releases, this cask strength whisky channels Oban’s maritime essence. Matured in bourbon casks, there’s sea salt, honey, linseed, vanilla, apple blossom, lime, and sanded oak on the nose. Sweet honey and salted orange peel keep the flavor profile in classic Oban territory. Deliciously creamy, with peach, dried apricot, and peppery spice, then vanilla wafer and fading spices on the finish.