Aberlour 100° Proof St. Drostan’s Well
100cl / 57.1%
£179.00
- Malt type: Single Malt
- Region: Speyside
Tasting Notes
Fresh oak, sherry and nutty notes
Dry and oily, fruity and spicy notes
Long, warm finish
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A traditional high-proof Speyside malt, adhering to the historic 100° Proof benchmark for maximum, standardized sherry intensity.
At-a-Glance
| Field | Details |
| Distillery / Bottler / Country & Region | Aberlour / Official Bottling / Speyside, Scotland |
| Category | Single Malt Scotch Whisky (Traditional Proof) |
| Age / Vintage / Bottled | NAS/Vintage |
| ABV & Size(s) | 100° Proof (57.15% ABV) |
| Cask / Treatment | Sherry Focused (Likely active Oloroso/PX casks). |
| Natural Colour | Not stated.. |
| Non-Chill-Filtered | Not stated.. |
| Cask Strength | No (Adheres to regulated 100° Proof) |
| Bottle count / Outturn | Not stated.. |
| Intended channel | Not stated.. |
| Packaging | Not stated. |
| Notes on discrepancies | 100° Proof (57.15% ABV) is a traditional historical benchmark, deliberately standardized below true Cask Strength. |
Historical Context
The Aberlour St. Drostan's Well is named after the ancient heritage of the Speyside region and the distillery’s water source, grounding the expression in tradition. The defining technical characteristic is its "100° Proof" designation, which is equivalent to 57.15% ABV. This level confirms the bottling as a traditional high-proof expression, a specific strength chosen to be robust and full-flavored while adhering to historical trade conventions.
This commitment to 100° Proof embodies a philosophical commitment to maximizing flavor delivery through a traditional, standardized strength, contrasting sharply with the raw volatility of true Cask Strength. The 57.15% ABV is a highly specific historical benchmark, indicating that Aberlour deliberately selected specific sherry casks and standardized the final bottling at this proof. This precise engineering optimizes the interplay between the robust spirit and the dense sherry character.
Technical Specification & Variant Map
The 57.15% ABV is derived from historical standards used for taxation and trade in the United Kingdom. The bottling adheres to a standardized strength chosen to deliver the profile at maximum standardized intensity. The liquid confirms an active and powerful use of sherry wood, likely Oloroso or Pedro Ximénez.
Documented variants
Specific ABV, volume, and market variances are not provided in the text.
Variant Matrix
| ABV | Volume | Market | Era cues | Relative desirability |
| 100° Proof (57.15% ABV) | Specialist | Traditional 100° Proof standard | High (Traditional benchmark) |
Packaging & authenticity checklist
Authentication must verify the explicit "100° Proof" designation. The bottle must represent a highly consistent expression of the distillery’s profile delivered at maximum standardized intensity.
Regulatory/terminology notes
The 100° Proof (57.15% ABV) is a traditional regulated strength, providing a philosophical contrast to true Cask Strength. The designation implies a commitment to maximizing flavor delivery through a standardized high-proof level.
Liquid Profile (from verifiable notes)
Palate: Exhibits a highly viscous and intense texture due to its specific standardization and heavy sherry influence. The flavor includes dense, rich, and dark fruit flavors (toffee, dried fruit), delivered with a distinct, often viscous and oily mouthfeel.
With water: The 57.15% ABV ensures the whisky holds up well to dilution, allowing the full spectrum of its dense sherry flavors to be explored.
Pricing & Market Dynamics (GBP)
Pricing stratification: Value is based on the commitment to the traditional proof standard and its intense sherry concentration.
Liquidity & sourcing note: Provides solid, sustained appreciation within Speyside collectors.
Distillery/Bottler Snapshot
Aberlour is internationally recognized as a distillery synonymous with high-quality, intense sherry maturation. The distillery captures an idealized, highly consistent expression of its profile delivered at maximum standardized intensity.
Sourcing
Target formats/eras: Bottles specifically labelled 100° Proof or 57.15% ABV.
Red flags to avoid: Bottlings that adhere to the standard 40% ABV or 43% ABV as they lack the signature intensity.
Condition thresholds: Pristine condition is required.
Margin/velocity expectations: Solid, sustained appreciation.
