Arran Single Malt Scotch 18 Year

The Arran 18 Year is the flagship age statement from Isle of Arran Distillers — the independent island distillery founded in 1995, and the expression that demonstrates what 18 years of island maturation does to the distillery’s clean, fruit-forward spirit when given access to the distillery’s finest sherry casks.

Arran 18 draws exclusively from the distillery’s best aged sherry casks, selected for the depth and quality of sherry influence they have imparted over 18 years of island aging. The Atlantic climate of the Firth of Clyde coast produces a meaningful cask interaction — the temperature variation and coastal air contribute to the rounded, mature character that makes this one of the most compelling 18-year expressions from a Scottish island distillery operating outside the Islay tradition.

Bottled at 46% ABV without chill filtration, the Arran 18 has the structure and texture to hold up in the glass and rewards patient sipping. Browse the full Arran collection at Wooden Cork.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich and mature — caramelised citrus, tropical fruit, toasted oak, and warm sherry sweetness
• Palate: Full and rounded — intense sherry cask fruit, dark chocolate, warm spice, and deep malt complexity
• Finish: Long and luxurious with lingering dried fruit, oak, and a gentle coastal warmth

Specs

• Distillery: Isle of Arran Distillers, Lochranza, Isle of Arran
• Region: Islands, Scotland
• Age Statement: 18 Years
• Cask Type: Sherry casks (selected)
• ABV: 46%
• Filtration: Non-chill filtered
• Size: 750ml

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Arran 18 compare to Arran 10?

The 10-year is the accessible entry to the range — fresh, clean, and fruit-forward with a mix of bourbon and sherry casks. The 18-year draws exclusively from the distillery’s finest sherry casks and has eight additional years of maturation, producing a noticeably richer and more complex expression.

Is the Arran 18 readily available or allocated?

It is part of the Arran core range but produced in smaller quantities than the 10-year. Availability can vary — order online with fast shipping when in stock.