Fino / Manzanilla Sherry Butt
Origin
Spain (Jerez / Sanlúcar)
Size
500L
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Fino or Manzanilla sherry from Jerez or Sanlúcar de Barrameda, Spain — the lightest, driest sherry styles aged biologically under a layer of flor yeast. These delicate casks contribute crisp almond.
Typical Maturation
8-20
Flavor Contribution
Almonds, green apple, sea salt, fresh bread yeast, and delicate floral notes. Minimal color impact, producing a lighter and more nuanced whisky.
About
European oak butts that held fino or manzanilla sherry — biologically aged under a veil of flor yeast. Unlike oxidatively aged sherries, these casks impart far less color and dried fruit character. Instead, they contribute a distinctive saline, nutty, and yeasty quality that is highly sought after for its subtlety and complexity. Relatively rare in the whisky world compared to oloroso butts.