The Golden Cut Aberfeldy 2015 Moscatel Cask Finish

The Coopers Choice

Distilled at the Aberfeldy distillery in 2015, this single malt spent nine years maturing in American oak before being finished in sweet Moscatel wine casks. This finishing process elevates the naturally honeyed Highland profile of Aberfeldy, adding vibrant floral notes and a rich, grape-driven sweetness.

"The Golden Cut Collection" is a premium series within The Coopers Choice range, curated to showcase small batches and single casks where the spirit and the wood have reached a point of perfect harmony. The name refers to the "heart of the run," the most desirable portion of the distillation, and the series is designed to deliver a bold, honest, and unadulterated experience. Every bottling in this collection is presented at a robust 50% ABV, without chill-filtration or artificial colouring, ensuring the true character of the cask remains intact.

The nose opens with sweet layers of floral honey, stewed fruits, and juicy barley.

On the palate, expect a rich display of baked fruit, biscuity malt, and cinder toffee, with a touch of baking spice.

The finish is warming, with notes of clove and nutmeg lingering alongside the sweet fruit of the Moscatel cask.

This limited outturn consists of only 282 bottles, offering an exclusive look at a rare wine-finished Highland malt.

The Story of The Coopers Choice

The Coopers Choice is an award-winning range from The Vintage Malt Whisky Company, founded in 1992 by Brian Crook. After serving as the export director for legendary distilleries like Bowmore and Auchentoshan, Brian set out to share Scotland's finest hidden gems with the world. Today, the family legacy continues under the leadership of his son, Andrew Crook, maintaining the same hand-shake agreements and deep-rooted industry friendships that secure their access to the world’s rarest casks.

The brand is a dedicated homage to the Cooper, the highly skilled craftsman whose mastery of oak and iron has shaped the Scotch industry for centuries. The Vintage Malt Whisky Company remains a small, independent powerhouse in a market of multinationals, rooted in the philosophy that the best whiskies are those that honour tradition while embracing the creative possibilities of unique cask finishes.

• Region: Highland
• Vintage: 2015
• Cask Type: American Oak & Moscatel Finish
• Volume: 700mL
• Strength: 50% ABV