Cragganmore 1988 bottled 2002 Distillers Edition CggD-6553 40,0% alc by vol. 700ml with OC
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Product information
Here is a detailed review of the Cragganmore 1988 Distillers Edition (bottled 2002, cask number CggD-6553, 40% vol., 700ml, labelled "OC"):
Cragganmore 1988 Distillers Edition
Bottled: 2002
Cask number: CggD-6553
Alcohol content: 40.0% vol.
Volume: 700 ml
Special feature: "OC" labelling (Original Cask/Original Collection)
Background & Production
Distillery: Cragganmore (founded 1869), Speyside, Scotland.
Maturation:
Primary cask: Traditional bourbon casks.
Finish: Second maturation in port casks (typical of the Distillers Edition), which gives the whisky complex fruity flavours.
Age: 14 years (distilled in 1988, bottled in 2002).
Series: Part of the renowned Distillers Edition, characterised by double maturation.
Sensory evaluation (typical Distillers Edition profile)
Colour:
Deep gold with reddish reflections (due to the port finish).Nose:
Primary: Cooked apples, pears and honey.
Secondary: Marzipan, roasted almonds, delicate smoky notes (typical of Cragganmore).
Background: Stewed plums, vanilla and a hint of cinnamon from the port cask.
Palate:
Smooth and oily with ripe fruit (apricots, figs).
Spicy notes of clove and black pepper.
Sweet elements: caramel, orange marmalade and a hint of dark chocolate.
Slight smoke development in the background (subtly smoky and elegant).
Finish:
Medium length, warm and balanced. Reverberation of nuts, dried fruit and light oak.
Special features of this bottling
Low alcohol strength (40% vol.):
Unusual for the Distillers Edition, which is usually bottled at 43% vol. This can make the whisky more accessible but less powerful.Cask number CggD-6553:
Confirms authenticity as an official distillery bottling ("CggD" = Cragganmore Distillers Edition).Bottle age (since 2002):
Over 20 years of bottle maturation may have made the whisky more harmonious, with the port notes further integrated.
Evaluation & market situation
Character: Typical of Cragganmore: complex but approachable - a balance of fruit, spice and subtle smoke.
Rarity:
Bottlings from the 1980s are rarely available today. Particularly collectable with "OC" labelling and cask number.Target group:
Connoisseurs who appreciate classic Speysiders with a port finish
Conclusion
The Cragganmore 1988 Distillers Edition (CggD-6553) is a typical exampleof the high art of double maturation. The 40% vol. makes it smoother than later editions without sacrificing complexity - a rarity for lovers of historic bottlings from the distillery's heyday.
Tip:Enjoy it neat, at room temperature, to fully appreciate the subtle port and fruit flavours. An investment in flavour and history.
Note:As this is a single cask bottling, sensory details may vary slightly. This report is based on typical profiles of Cragganmore DE from the 1990s/2000s and comparable bottlings.
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Alcohol: | 40 |
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Colour: | golden |
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Country: | Scotland |
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Filling quantity: | 750 ml |
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Flavour: | Whisky |
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Grape variety: | Grain, water, yeast, wood |
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Producer: | Cragganmore |
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Product type: | Spirits |
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Region: | Speyside |
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Type of wine: | Whisky |
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Vintage: | 1988 |
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Allergens: Sulphites
Bottler: Producer