Annandale Rascally New Make Malt Spirit 20 cl 63,5%

Before the barrel, before time — taste Annandale's spirit just as it looks straight after distillation.

Expert description

Annandale Rascally New Make Malt Spirit is the distillery's unaged new make spirit, drawn straight after distillation without cask maturation, bottled at 63.5%. 'Rascally Liquor' is the name of Annandale's new make spirit, named after a quote by the Scottish poet Robert Burns, who described whisky as exactly that — 'rascally liquor'. It was first launched on Burns Night in 2015. 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 is raw and grainy with a hint of fresh fruit.

Palate

The palate is intense and grainy with sweetness and pronounced alcohol strength.

Finish

The finish is short, clean and lightly sweet.

Specifications

Name: Annandale Rascally New Make Malt Spirit
Distillery: Annandale Distillery
Region/Country: Lowland, Scotland
Type: New Make Malt Spirit
ABV: 63.5%
Size: 20 CL

Flavour profile

Grainy · Raw · Intense · Fresh

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Frequently asked questions about Annandale Rascally New Make Malt Spirit

What is 'new make' spirit?

It's the unfinished, unaged spirit that comes straight from the still, before it has been matured in casks and can officially be called whisky.

Why is it called 'Rascally'?

The name comes from a quote by Scottish poet Robert Burns, who described whisky as 'rascally liquor'.

How does new make spirit taste compared to finished whisky?

It's rawer, grainier and more intense than a finished whisky, since it lacks the maturation and aromas cask ageing normally adds.

How should Annandale Rascally New Make Malt Spirit 20 cl 63,5% 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.

Is Annandale Rascally New Make Malt Spirit 20 cl 63,5% a good gift idea?

Yes, Annandale Rascally New Make Malt Spirit 20 cl 63,5% is a natural choice for anyone who appreciates craftsmanship and characterful flavour experiences — especially for the whisky enthusiast keen to explore beyond the most familiar names.

How is Annandale Rascally New Make Malt Spirit 20 cl 63,5% 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.