This single malt was distilled at Auchentoshan in 2013 and matured in a refill barrel for the next dozen years. The cask was opened by independent bottler Douglas Laing, releasing 263 cask strength bottles for the Old Particular collection. With layers of honeycomb, toffee, and barley, backed by ripe orchard fruits and zesty citrus, it's a glorious Lowland dram.
Having selected and vatted casks from same six years in both type of casks, Tomatin Distillery manager Graham Eunson, has created two incredible whiskies and an exceptional tasting experience.
Nose: Rich, earthy, smoky and spicy, with a marvellous combination of toffee, tar and creosote, coffee grounds and sea spray. Mouth: The texture is mouth filling and noticeably spicy, and the palate is surprised by an immediate and intense sweetness, reminiscent of smoked cinnamon and paprika. Finish: The aftertaste is mentholic and almost cooling, with hints of eucalyptus and antiseptic lozenges.