Inchmurrin 12 year old Loch Lomond Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 46%

Straight neck stills sound like something for technical nerds, but the result is anything but dull. Inchmurrin 12 Year Old is a fruit salad in glass form – peach, apple and pear meeting dark chocolate and exotic spice.

Expert's Description

Inchmurrin 12 Year Old is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in American oak and bottled at 46%.

The whisky is distilled on Loch Lomond's distinctive straight neck pot stills, which help give Inchmurrin its pronounced fruitiness. After 12 years in a combination of ex-bourbon, refill and re-charred American oak casks, the whisky comes across as a lively, sweet and versatile dram.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Pear, red apples and ripe blueberries with cereal, allspice, ginger and pepper in the background, balanced by a sweet toffee tone.

Palate

Peach, red apples and pears create a juicy fruit salad, while grapefruit gives a zesty edge to creamy fudge and vanilla.

Finish

Medium length finish with fruity sweetness, drying oak and a peppery close.

Specifications

Name: Inchmurrin 12 Year Old Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Loch Lomond
Region/Country: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American oak (ex-bourbon, refill and re-charred)
Distillation method: Straight neck pot stills
EAN: 5016840155218
Serving suggestion: In a tulip glass, ideally with a few drops of water

Flavour Profile

Fruity · Creamy · Spiced

Did You Know?

Inchmurrin's high fruitiness comes from both the straight neck still distillation and an unusually long fermentation time – a combination unique to Loch Lomond.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Inchmurrin 12 Year Old

What makes Inchmurrin 12 Year Old so fruity?

Distillation on straight neck pot stills combined with a long fermentation time gives an unusually fruity spirit.

Is Inchmurrin 12 Year Old worth it?

Yes – the three different cask types give a complexity that matches pricier single malts, at an accessible 12-year age.

How should the whisky be served?

In a tulip glass, ideally with a few drops of water to open up the fruity and spiced notes.

Does this whisky suit beginners?

Yes, the sweet, fruity style makes it easily accessible, while the complexity keeps things interesting for the more experienced taster.

What is the difference between Inchmurrin 12 and 18 Year Old?

The 18-year expression has more nutty and spiced depth after longer maturation, while the 12-year version is fresher and more directly fruity.

What does the name Inchmurrin mean?

It is named after the largest island in Loch Lomond, where the ruins of an old monastery still stand.