Old Perth Palo Cortado Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 55.8%

Palo Cortado is sherry's rare middle path, and that same complexity gives this Old Perth release a different, more enigmatic expression.

Expert Review

Old Perth Palo Cortado Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 55,8% is a Blended Malt Scotch Whisky matured in Palo Cortado sherry casks and bottled at 55.8% ABV.

Palo Cortado is a sherry style of great complexity, combining the delicate bouquet of an amontillado with the full-bodied power of an Oloroso. Old Perth Palo Cortado is matured in exactly this rare cask type, giving the whisky an unusual depth and a spicy, nutty expression.

Tasting Notes

Nose

The nose is complex with walnut, dried apricot and a light, spiced oak.

Palate

The palate is nutty and spiced, with underlying sweetness and good body.

Finish

The finish is long and spiced, with lingering nuts and dried fruit.

Specifications

Name: Old Perth Palo Cortado Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 55,8%
Distillery: Old Perth
Region: Scotland
Type: Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 55.8%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: Palo Cortado sherry casks
EAN No.: 5060996640432

Flavour Profile

Sherry-matured · Nutty · Spicy

Did You Know?

Palo Cortado is the rarest of all sherry styles, arising from a random, unpredictable process in the cask – no bodega can deliberately produce it from the start.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Perth Palo Cortado Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 55,8%

What does Old Perth Palo Cortado Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 55,8% taste like?

Old Perth Palo Cortado Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 55,8% offers a layered flavour profile – see the full tasting notes above for nose, palate and finish.

Should Old Perth Palo Cortado Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 55,8% be enjoyed neat or with water?

Both work well. Neat shows the whisky's full strength, while a few drops of water can open up the aromas further, especially at 55.8% ABV.

Which glass suits Old Perth Palo Cortado Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 55,8% best?

A tulip-shaped nosing glass gathers the aromas best and gives the most precise experience of both nose and palate.

Is Old Perth Palo Cortado Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 55,8% a good gift idea?

Yes, especially for an enthusiast or collector who appreciates cask type, history and character over the ordinary.

How should Old Perth Palo Cortado Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 55,8% be stored?

Upright, cool and dark, away from direct sunlight and temperature swings. Unopened, the whisky keeps for years.

What defines whisky from Old Perth?

Old Perth is known for a style that comes through clearly in Old Perth Palo Cortado Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 55,8%, with a character that sets it apart from other Scottish distilleries.

Can Old Perth Palo Cortado Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 55,8% be used in cocktails?

It can certainly work in a simple Old Fashioned, but it is best enjoyed neat first, to show its full character.