1 / 5The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Reserve No.7 English Single Malt Whisky, 52% ABV
The Lakes Distillery Whiskymaker’s Reserve No.7 is an English single malt whisky listed at 52% ABV. Its claimed maturation in Oloroso sherry, PX and red wine casks informs a tasting profile described with honeyed fruit, currants, dark chocolate and warming spice.
At a glance
- Presented as the concluding release in The Lakes Distillery’s Whiskymaker’s Reserve series.
- The listed cask combination and tasting notes point to a fruit, chocolate and spice-led profile.
- The listing says it is non-chill filtered and presented in its natural colour.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- The listed 52% ABV and suggested neat or water-added serves suit drinkers who want to explore a higher-strength whisky at their preferred dilution.
- Three named cask types and a specific tasting profile give buyers a clearer indication of the intended flavour style.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Brand | The Lakes Distillery |
|---|---|
| Whisky type | English Single Malt Whisky |
| Manufacturer reference | LDWR-7 |
| Alcohol by volume | 52% ABV |
|---|---|
| Cask maturation | Matured in a select combination of Oloroso sherry, PX (Pedro Ximénez) and red wine casks fashioned from Spanish and American oak |
| Filtration and colour | Non-chill filtered and presented in its natural colour |
| Suggested serving | Ideal neat, with a splash of water to open aromatics, or in thoughtful serves to appreciate its nuanced layers. |
| Aroma | Aromas of fragrant sandalwood, almond friands, orchard fruits and gentle spice |
|---|---|
| Palate and finish | a palate of honeyed fruits, currants and dark chocolate, finishing creamy with warming spice and cocoa notes. |
| Dimensions listed | 8.4 x 8.4 x 29 cm; 1.65 kg |
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What to know before buying
- The aroma and tasting descriptions, maturation details and production claims are provided by the listing and are not independent assessments. The stated dimensions and weight are product details, not a confirmed bottle volume.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Drinkers seeking an English single malt with a listed 52% ABV.
- Whisky drinkers interested in sherry and red wine cask maturation and fruit, chocolate and spice notes.
- Those who prefer to try whisky neat or adjust it with a splash of water.
Less suited to
- Buyers looking for a lower-strength whisky or a product with a clearly stated bottle volume in the supplied details.
- Those who prefer a lighter, less assertive flavour profile than the listing describes.

Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate ratings are mostly in the five-star category, with some three-star ratings, but the small rating sample and absence of written feedback do not show what buyers liked or disliked. These figures cannot establish how the listed cask character, 52% ABV or tasting notes are experienced in practice.
Frequently asked questions
What type of whisky is The Lakes Whiskymaker’s Reserve No.7?
The listing describes it as an English single malt whisky at 52% ABV.
Which casks are listed for maturation?
The listing names Oloroso sherry, PX (Pedro Ximénez) and red wine casks made from Spanish and American oak.
How does the listing suggest serving it?
It suggests serving it neat, with a splash of water, or in a considered mixed serve.
What flavour notes does the listing describe?
It lists sandalwood, almond friands, orchard fruits and gentle spice on the nose, with honeyed fruits, currants, dark chocolate and a creamy, warming-spice finish.

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