Scotland, 43%
The distillery is at the heart of Oban - "Gateway to the Isles".In effect,the town grew up around the distillery,founded by John and Hugh Stevenson in 1794.
Oban's attractive West Highland character reflects its location,revealing aspects of both the Highland and the Island styles.Elegant and glowing,it marries the sea air character of the Island malts to the soft,richly fruity style of the Highlands,creating its own rich tasting West Highland malt.
The stills here are among the smallest in Scotland.The cramped nature of the site places severe limits on production,which in turn means that demandfor Oban's richly appreciated malt is always likely to exceed supply.
Few malts were ever made in the Western Highlands and only two now remain.Oban,like its home,remains their capital.
Oban is the unforgettable West Highland destination on a journey around Scotland's six malt whisky making regions.
Nose: Smoky, maritime nose with hints of sticking plasters and toffee brittle.
Palate: Smoky, creamy palate with notes of marmalade, toffee apples and pear cider. A development of cloves comes late palate.
Finish: A long, malty finish with toasty oak and spice.
