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Ledaig Sinclair Series Rioja Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 70cl, 46.3% ABV

Ledaig Sinclair Series Rioja Cask Finish is a peated single malt Scotch whisky finished in Spanish Rioja casks. The listing describes a combination of peat smoke, red-fruit sweetness and spice, making it a considered choice for drinkers who enjoy bold, contrasting flavours.

At a glance

Heavily peated barley and Ex-Bourbon cask maturation underpin the Rioja cask finish.
The stated flavour profile combines smoke, spice, grape and sweet berries, with lingering saltiness.
The listing says it is non-chill filtered and has no artificial colour.

Price

£26.92Save 21%

Reference price: ~~£33.92~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Rioja-cask finishing offers a fruit-and-spice counterpoint to the stated peaty, maritime character.
At 46.3% ABV, it is presented at a relatively high bottling strength.

Cons

The bold peat and high bottling strength may not suit drinkers seeking a gentle, light whisky.

Technical specifications

10 specifications

Identity
Brand	Ledaig
Whisky type	Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Item model number	64636

Bottle and dimensions
Bottle volume	70cl
Alcohol strength	46.3% ABV
Dimensions listed	8.5 x 8.5 x 23.4 cm; 1.16 kg

Production and finish
Barley	heavily peated barley
Maturation and finish	matured in Ex-Bourbon Casks, and finished in hand-selected Spanish Rioja Casks
Filtration	non-chill filtered
Colouring	no artificial colour

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Whisky drinkers who enjoy peated single malts with red-fruit and wine-cask influence.
Those looking for a distinctive bottle to share with people who enjoy smoky, assertive flavours.

Less suited to

Drinkers who prefer mild, unpeated or lower-strength whisky.
Anyone seeking a clearly stated age, which is not supplied in the listing.

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 780 ratings

5 stars78%78%
4 stars15%15%
3 stars5%5%
2 stars1%1%
1 star1%1%

Customer feedback highlights the flavour, the perceived meeting of Rioja and peat, colour, medicinal peat aromas and a lingering finish. Some find it pleasant to drink, while others describe it as too harsh. That split matters for this bottle’s stated bold, heavily peated profile, which is more likely to suit drinkers who welcome forceful smoke than those seeking an easy-going dram.

Positive themes

Feedback highlights flavour, the Rioja-and-peat combination, colour, smoky medicinal aromas and a lasting finish.

Negative themes

Some customers describe the whisky as too harsh to drink pleasantly.

Mixed feedback

Drinkability is divisive, with reports ranging from very pleasant to too harsh.

Frequently asked questions

What flavour profile does the listing describe?

It describes peat smoke, spice, grape and sweet berries, with a lingering salty note. Customer feedback also mentions the Rioja and peat combination, while reports on drinkability are mixed.

How is this whisky matured?

The listing says it is matured in Ex-Bourbon casks and then finished in hand-selected Spanish Rioja casks.

Is this whisky chill-filtered or artificially coloured?

The product description states that it is non-chill filtered and has no artificial colour.

Does the listing give an age statement?

No age statement is provided in the supplied listing details.