Mortlach 12 year old Single Speyside Malt Whisky 43,4%

There is a reason whisky people speak of Mortlach with a certain reverence: distillation here still follows "The Way", a process no one else has copied.

Expert's Description

Mortlach 12 Year Old The Wee Witchie is a Single Speyside Malt Whisky, the official entry expression from the Mortlach distillery, bottled at 43.4%.

The Wee Witchie combines ex-bourbon and ex-sherry matured whisky to balance the distillery's traditionally weighty, dried fruit character against fresher fruit and vanilla. The name refers to the smallest of Mortlach's six stills, named after a local witch.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The aroma opens with toasted nuts and orange marmalade, while dark chocolate lingers in the background.

Palate

The palate delivers muscovado sugar and brown sugar, with a hint of spiced oak.

Finish

The finish is rounded off with dark sweetness.

Specifications

Distillery: Mortlach
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Single Speyside Malt Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 43.4 %
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Bourbon and sherry casks
Distillation method: Distilled 2.81 times through 6 stills
Edition: The Wee Witchie
EAN no.: 5000281054674

Flavour Profile

Sherry-matured · Spicy · Full-bodied · Dark fruit

Did You Know?

Mortlach distils its spirit 2.81 times through six stills of varying sizes – a method no other Scottish distillery has dared to copy.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mortlach 12 Year Old The Wee Witchie Single Speyside Malt Whisky

What does Mortlach 12 Year Old The Wee Witchie Single Speyside Malt Whisky taste like?

The whisky carries a character shaped by bourbon and sherry casks, with a firm 43.4 % strength that carries the flavour well.

Should Mortlach 12 Year Old The Wee Witchie Single Speyside Malt Whisky be served with ice?

No, we recommend drinking it neat or with a few drops of water to open up the aromas. Ice unnecessarily mutes the flavour.

What is Mortlach known for?

Mortlach distils its spirit 2.81 times through six stills of varying sizes – a method no other Scottish distillery has dared to copy.

Is Mortlach 12 Year Old The Wee Witchie Single Speyside Malt Whisky a good gift?

Yes, a whisky from Mortlach with a clear story and distinct cask character makes a thoughtful, personal gift for the whisky enthusiast.

Is Mortlach 12 Year Old The Wee Witchie Single Speyside Malt Whisky worth it?

The quality and cask character make this release a solid choice for enthusiasts, regardless of the distillery's general fame.

What makes Mortlach 12 Year Old The Wee Witchie Single Speyside Malt Whisky special?

The Wee Witchie combines ex-bourbon and ex-sherry matured whisky to balance the distillery's traditionally weighty, dried fruit character against fresher fruit and vanilla. The name refers to the smallest of Mortlach's six stills, named after a local witch.