Auchentoshan, Virgin Oak, Single Malt Scotch Whisky

700 ml, 46% abv, Scotland (Lowland)

The whisky has been fully matured in ex-American virgin oak casks, the term ‘virgin’ refers to the fact that the casks have never had any spirit matured in them before. 46% abv

“This new offering from Auchentoshan is one of their best of recent times. It mixes a lovely series of delicate, floral and fruity notes with a powerful kick of woody, oaky spice from the virgin oak casks, and does it very well”

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Description

 

Nose : Cinnamon dusted apple strudel, with hints of vanilla ice cream, Lily of the Valley and some lemon juice. Over time, the nose develops a more earthy quality which adds depth and complexity. Some tropical fruits after a while.

Palate : Big and fruity (tinned fruit salad), there are certainly elements of pineapple and ginger here, with peach melba, apricot and more pineapple. There are flourishes of lavender and sugary shortbread, but overall this is a very fruity dram and really quite lipsmacking.

Finish : The earthy notes from the nose give good ‘oomph’ to the passion fruit and pineapples found in the palate.

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