Isle of Raasay Dùn Cana Sherry Quarter Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Hebridean Single Malt | 52% ABV | 104 Proof | 700mL | Isle of Raasay, Scotland | Non-Chill Filtered | Natural Colour

Process & Profile

Isle of Raasay Dùn Cana Sherry Quarter Cask combines peated and unpeated spirit with two stages of cask maturation. The whisky first matures in American rye whiskey casks before a second maturation in Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry quarter casks. The result brings together dried fruit, peppery spice and gentle smoke.

The sherry quarter casks hold approximately 125 litres, allowing greater contact between the whisky and oak than a standard barrel. Bottled at 52% ABV without chill filtration or added colour, Dùn Cana balances sultana sweetness and vanilla with roasted nuts, salty chocolate and aromatic wood smoke. Its name honours the volcanic mountain that forms Raasay’s highest peak.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dried sultanas, vanilla and roasted nuts, with a delicate smoky edge.

• Palate: Rich dried fruit and peppery spice, balanced by vanilla toffee and a touch of sea salt.

• Finish: Lingering salty chocolate and gentle aromatic wood smoke.

What Makes It Special

• Two-stage maturation: American rye whiskey casks followed by sherry quarter casks.

• Two sherry styles: Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso casks contribute to the rich fruit and nut profile.

• Smaller casks: Approximately 125-litre quarter casks increase the whisky’s contact with oak.

• Peated and unpeated spirit: Combines fruit sweetness with a measured smoky character.

• Island production: Distilled, matured and bottled on the Isle of Raasay.

• Natural presentation: Non-chill filtered and bottled without added colour.

How to Enjoy

Start neat in a tulip-shaped whisky glass, then add a few drops of water gradually to explore the fruit, spice and smoke at 52% ABV. A large ice cube offers another way to soften the strength as you sip.

For a food pairing, try dark chocolate, roasted almonds or aged hard cheese to complement the whisky’s chocolate, nut and savoury notes.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Isle of Raasay Dùn Cana peated?
Yes. Dùn Cana combines peated and unpeated spirit from the same distillery. Its smoky character is gentle and aromatic, alongside dried fruit, spice and chocolate notes.

2. What does “quarter cask” mean in Dùn Cana Sherry Quarter Cask?
It refers to the approximately 125-litre sherry casks used for the whisky’s second maturation. Their smaller size provides more oak contact relative to the volume of whisky than a standard barrel.

3. What does Isle of Raasay Dùn Cana taste like?
Expect dried sultanas, vanilla, roasted nuts and peppery spice, followed by salty chocolate and light wood smoke on the finish.

4. How should I drink Dùn Cana Sherry Quarter Cask?
Try it neat first, then add water a few drops at a time to find your preferred balance. Its 52% ABV also gives you room to enjoy it over a large ice cube.

5. Where can I buy Isle of Raasay Dùn Cana Sherry Quarter Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky?
You can purchase Isle of Raasay Dùn Cana Sherry Quarter Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky directly from The Barrel Tap.