Macleods Speyside 8 Years Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Speyside Malt Whisky 40%

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Expert's description

Macleods Speyside 8 år Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Speyside Malt Whisky 40% is a Speyside Single Malt Whisky, matured in sherry and bourbon casks and bottled at 40%.

The whisky is blended and bottled by Ian MacLeod Distillers under the name MacLeod's Regional Malts – Speyside.

Tasting notes

Nose

The aroma offers fruit, grain and light oak.

Palate

The taste unfolds with grain, spice and mild sweetness.

Finish

The finish is long and warm, with light oak and malt.

Specifications

Name: Macleods Speyside 8 år Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Speyside Malt Whisky 40%
Bottler: Ian MacLeod Distillers
Region/Country: Speyside
Type: Speyside Single Malt Whisky
Age: 8 years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Edition: MacLeod's Regional Malts – Speyside

Flavour profile

Fruity · Soft · Classic

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Frequently asked questions about Macleods Speyside 8 år Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Speyside Malt Whisky 40%

What does Macleods Speyside 8 år Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Speyside Malt Whisky 40% taste like?

The aroma offers fruit, grain and light oak. The taste unfolds with grain, spice and mild sweetness. The finish is long and warm, with light oak and malt.

What is the best glass for Macleods Speyside 8 år Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Speyside Malt Whisky 40%?

Macleods Speyside 8 år Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Speyside Malt Whisky 40% is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, letting the aromas open up fully. A few drops of water can help at higher cask strength.

Should Macleods Speyside 8 år Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Speyside Malt Whisky 40% be drunk neat or with water?

Macleods Speyside 8 år Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Speyside Malt Whisky 40% is best enjoyed neat or with a small splash of cold water, which can open up the aromas further. Ice is not recommended, as the cold mutes both aroma and flavour.

What defines Ian MacLeod Distillers?

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Does Macleods Speyside 8 år Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Speyside Malt Whisky 40% make a good gift for a whisky enthusiast?

Yes, Macleods Speyside 8 år Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Speyside Malt Whisky 40% is a solid choice as a gift for a whisky enthusiast, thanks especially to the story and character behind the bottle.

How should Macleods Speyside 8 år Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Speyside Malt Whisky 40% be stored?

Macleods Speyside 8 år Ian MacLeod Distillers Single Speyside Malt Whisky 40% keeps best standing or lying down in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. An opened bottle retains its quality for several years if stored correctly.