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Oban Little Bay is a rich, coastal single malt Scotch matured in ex-bourbon barrels, delivering notes of citrus fruit, smoke, and subtle spice characteristic of the Oban distillery’s maritime location on Scotland's west coast.
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What is Oban Little Bay?
Oban Little Bay is a single malt Scotch whisky associated with Oban distillery on Scotland’s west coast. It is known for a compact coastal style combining fruit, malt, light smoke, and spice.
How is Oban Little Bay matured?
The whisky is matured in oak casks and receives additional maturation in smaller casks before bottling. It is commonly sold at 43% alcohol by volume, although packaging and market details should be checked locally.
What does Oban Little Bay taste like?
Typical tasting notes include orange or other citrus fruit, dried fruit, gentle smoke, honey, and baking spice. The flavor is usually less heavily peated than many Islay single malts.
How does Oban Little Bay differ from Oban 14 Year Old?
Oban 14 Year Old is the distillery’s more familiar age-stated expression, while Little Bay is a small-cask expression without a stated age on the standard label. The smaller-cask maturation gives Little Bay a rounder, more concentrated profile.
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