Aberlour A’Bunadh
About Aberlour A’Bunadh
Aberlour A’Bunadh is a cask-strength, batch-produced Speyside single malt created in tribute to Aberlour founder James Fleming. The name means “the original” in Gaelic, reflecting its traditional presentation and intensely sherried style. Matured exclusively in first-fill Spanish Oloroso sherry casks and bottled without chill filtration, it delivers concentrated dark fruit, chocolate, spice, nuts, and oak. Each release carries a batch number and a batch-specific alcohol strength.
Bottle Information
| Whisky Type | Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
|---|---|
| Brand | Aberlour |
| Expression | A’Bunadh |
| Distillery | Aberlour Distillery |
| Producer | Chivas Brothers, part of Pernod Ricard |
| Country and Region | Scotland — Speyside |
| Grain Composition | 100% malted barley |
| Peat Level | Unpeated style; official ppm not disclosed |
| Distillation | Double distilled in copper pot stills |
| Age Statement | No age statement |
| Cask Type | First-fill Spanish Oloroso sherry casks |
| Filtration | Non-chill filtered |
| Proof / ABV | Batch dependent; commonly approximately 118–123 proof / 59–61.5% ABV |
Prices
Estimated MSRP
$109.99
Fair Store Price
$95–$115
Secondary Market
No Premium
An official manufacturer-published U.S. MSRP is not readily available. Based on current retailer pricing, the estimated MSRP is approximately $109.99 for a 750 mL bottle. Prices between $95 and $115 represent a fair buying range, while a price below $95 is a strong purchase. Standard current batches generally do not command a secondary-market premium, although certain older or highly regarded batches may sell for more. Pricing can vary by batch, state, retailer, taxes, and local availability.
Flavor Profile
A powerful and full-bodied sherry-matured single malt opening with spiced orange, black cherry, raisins, praline, fruitcake, and roasted nuts. The palate develops dried figs, ginger, cinnamon, dark chocolate, caramelized fruit, and concentrated Oloroso sherry character. The finish is long, warming, and gently drying, leaving dark chocolate, dried fruit, seasoned oak, baking spice, and lingering nutty sweetness. The exact balance and intensity vary between individually numbered batches.