Q&A

How do you drink Arran Gold?

How do you drink Arran Gold?

Arran Gold is a cream liqueur that serves as an upgrade on Bailey’s or anything of that ilk. It keeps the same agreeable thick creaminess but it’s just a classier drink. Fresh, sweet and thick, it’s got chocolate and toffee elements all over the smell and taste. Mix everything into a shaker with ice, then shake.

How long can you keep Arran Gold?

Once opened, they keep for a few weeks in the fridge. Liqueurs are served chilled, at 10–12°C.

What is Arran Gold?

Arran Gold is in our opinion one of the best cream liqueurs in the world. Absolutely delicious from start to finish. It is made with Arran Single Malt Whisky which makes a real difference in terms of flavour. The taste is beautifully sweet with vanilla, toffee, cream and a hint of chocolate.

Where is Arran Gold made?

Scotland
Arran Gold Cream Liqueur Description Launched in 2004, this cream liqueur from the Arran distillery off the west coast of Scotland is made with a healthy dose of the distillery’s acclaimed single malt.

Who owns Arran?

Johnston family
The Isle of Arran resort of Auchrannie has become the first in Scotland to be owned by its employees. The resort has been owned and operated by the Johnston family since 1988 and is valued at £4.3m.

What is the best Arran Whisky?

Best Isle of Arran Whiskies

Wine Name Grape Score
The Arran Malt Distillery ‘The Bothy’ Quarter Cask Batch 2 Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Isle of Arran, Scotland Whisky – Whiskey Malt 87
The Arran Malt Distillery Cask Strength 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Isle of Arran, Scotland Whisky – Whiskey Malt 84

Is Arran whisky any good?

On the palate, Arran 10 Year is approachable but plenty flavorful, with big, sweet notes of vanilla and juicy orange—the whisky personification of a creamsicle. This is one of the most distinctly citrus-forward drams I’ve had in a while, and I can’t help but find it perfectly charming.

Is Arran whisky collectable?

These editions have rapidly become highly collectible items, sought by the dedicated following of Arran as well as the larger whisky community. We commend them for consistent quality and fair pricing. Isle of Arran’s core range brings fruity sweetness, cereals and spices with a fresh Island nature.

Did Scotland ever win its freedom from England?

Scotland was an independent kingdom through the Middle Ages, and fought wars to maintain its independence from England. Two referendums on devolution were held in 1979 and 1997, with a devolved Scottish Parliament being established on 1 July 1999.

What kind of whisky does the Arran distillery make?

The whisky of Arran is mostly used to produce their single malt whisky, but a small proportion also goes into the production of their range of blended whiskies: Lochranza Blend, Robert Burns Blend and Arran Gold Single Malt Whisky Cream Liqueur. The Arran distillery traded at a loss for many years until 2010.

What to do with Arran gold cream liqueur?

Made with a healthy dose of Arran, this is a cream liqueur where you can really taste the quality. Try it on its own chilled, with ice, in coffee or even as part of a pudding.

When did Isle of Arran start making cream liqueur?

Since its launch in 2004, it has become incredibly popular and everyone who has tasted Arran Gold agrees that they would happily ditch their usual bland cream liqueur in favour of this deeply delicious treat. Made with a healthy dose of Arran, this is a cream liqueur where you can really taste the quality.

When did the Lagg Distillery in Arran open?

Lagg Distillery began production in April 2019 and opened its visitor’s center on 1 July 2019. As the company has now opened a second distillery on the island the distilleries are referred to as ‘Lochranza’ and ‘Lagg’. In May 2020 a new blended whisky was announced which is made up from whisky from both of the Arran distilleries.