Annandale Miniature Tasting Selection Single Malt Scotch Whisky 6x5 cl

The whole Annandale universe in pocket format — six samples, one journey.

Expert description

Annandale Miniature Tasting Selection Single Malt Scotch Whisky gathers six 5 cl miniature bottles from the distillery's range, letting you taste through the house's different expressions. Annandale Distillery was founded in 1836 as one of Scotland's first legal distilleries, but closed in 1918 while owned by none other than Johnnie Walker. The distillery lay derelict for nearly a century, until Professor David Thomson and Teresa Church read about it in the book 'Scotch Missed: Lost Distilleries of Scotland', tracked down the ruined building, bought the site in 2007 and reopened the distillery in 2014 after extensive restoration. The distillery produces two main expressions: the unpeated Man O'Words and the peated Man O'Sword, continuing the distillery's historic tradition of smoky whisky.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose varies from bottle to bottle, from unpeated fruitiness to peated smoke.

Palate

The palate spans a wide range across the kit, from soft and fruity to smoky and spiced.

Finish

The finish reflects each individual bottling, from short and clean to long and smoky.

Specifications

Name: Annandale Miniature Tasting Selection Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Annandale Distillery
Region/Country: Lowland, Scotland
Type: Whisky tasting kit
Size: 6x5 CL

Flavour profile

Varied · Diverse · Peated · Fruity

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Frequently asked questions about Annandale Miniature Tasting Selection Single Malt Scotch Whisky

What's included in the kit?

The kit contains six 5 cl miniature bottles, representing different expressions from Annandale Distillery's range.

Why choose a tasting kit over a full bottle?

It lets you explore both the unpeated and peated expressions from Annandale, before committing to a full bottle of your favourite.

Is the kit a good gift idea?

Yes, it's ideal for whisky enthusiasts who want to get acquainted with Annandale's revived Lowland tradition.

How is Annandale Miniature Tasting Selection Single Malt Scotch Whisky 6x5 cl best served?

In a nosing glass at room temperature, with a few drops of water to open the aromas if you like. Over ice if you prefer it cooler and more subdued.

How should Annandale Miniature Tasting Selection Single Malt Scotch Whisky 6x5 cl be stored?

Standing upright, cool and dark, like any other spirits bottle. Once opened, the contents keep best if enjoyed within a year or so.

What characterises the Lowland style?

Lowland is known for a light, gentle and often floral style with less smoke.