Tomatin Cu Bocan, Single Malt Scotch Whisky

700 ml, 46.0% abv, Scotland (Highland)

During the last week of every year, lightly peated barley is used in the production of the Cù Bòcan signature Scotch whisky. This spirit, just 90,000 litres per annum, is then filled into 1st fill ex-Bourbon, ex-Sherry and Virgin Oak casks and, when matured, produces an intriguingly unconventional, lightly peat, Highland single malt.

This edition is lightly peated single malt matured in a compelling combination of Virgin Oak, Bourbon and Sherry casks. Released for the first time in October 2013.

46% alc/vol. Natural colour and non chill filtered. Jim Murray Whisky Bible 2018 – 85.5

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Description

Nose
You are initially hit with coconuts and cream with some botanic notes, parsley and coriander.  The smoke emerges after a minute, but only drifting past the nose.  A mesmeric mix of lime, grapefruit and tangerines with rich almond and aniseed.

Mouth 
Initially feather light, followed by a honeyed smoke; toasted almonds.  The rich spice of cloves, cinnamon and star anise create an enigmatic elegance.  Imagine a café latte with fresh chocolate shavings.

Finish 
Light with a hint of sweet smoke.

Jim Murray Whisky Bible 2018 – score 85.5/100
‘Silver’ San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2018