Cardhu Gold Reserve – Cask Selection

Cardhu Gold Reserve – Cask Selection is a rich and approachable Speyside single malt crafted to showcase the distillery’s signature smooth style with added depth and warmth from carefully selected toasted oak casks.

Known for its soft and elegant character, Cardhu uses specially chosen toasted casks to bring extra layers of caramel sweetness, ripe orchard fruit, and gentle spice to the whisky. The result is a balanced and easy-drinking dram that remains refined while offering a richer, more rounded profile than the classic Cardhu style.

This expression became especially well known through the popular Game of Thrones House Targaryen Edition, which many whisky fans noted shared the same Gold Reserve whisky profile. Community reviews often describe it as a welcoming Speyside malt with broad appeal, particularly for drinkers who enjoy softer, sweeter Scotch whiskies. 

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Honey, vanilla, ripe apples, pear, caramel, and soft citrus with delicate oak spice.

Palate: Smooth and rounded, revealing orchard fruit, toffee, sweet malt, light spice, and hints of toasted nuts.

Finish: Medium-length and warming, with lingering honeyed sweetness, gentle oak, and soft spice.

Technical Details:

Distillery: Cardhu

Region: Speyside, Scotland

Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Edition: Gold Reserve – Cask Selection

ABV: 40%

Cask Type: Toasted oak cask selection

Bottle Size: 700ml

Presentation: Chill-filtered with added colour