Old Rhosdhu 5 years old Loch Lomond Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 40%

Before Inchmurrin, Inchmoan and Croftengea became household names, Loch Lomond's malt was simply called Old Rhosdhu. It was last produced around the year 2000, making every bottle today a small time capsule from the distillery's early years.

Expert's Description

Old Rhosdhu 5 Year Old is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in bourbon casks and bottled at 40%.

Old Rhosdhu was produced shortly after the distillery opened in 1966 and, until around the year 2000, was the name for Loch Lomond's then single malt style. The whisky reflects the distillery's set-up, designed for maximum reflux, giving it its characteristic fruity, floral style.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Floral and fruity with ripe apple, pear and a touch of malt.

Palate

Soft and fruity with honey and light malt, underpinned by a delicate floral sweetness.

Finish

Short to medium finish with lingering fruit and malt.

Specifications

Name: Old Rhosdhu 5 Year Old Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Loch Lomond
Region/Country: Highland, Scotland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 5 years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Bourbon casks
EAN: 5016840014218
Serving suggestion: Neat or with a few drops of water

Flavour Profile

Floral · Fruity · Smooth

Investment Potential

Medium – Old Rhosdhu was phased out as a standalone name around the year 2000, and bottles carrying this name are becoming increasingly hard to find, making them interesting to collectors of Loch Lomond's early history.

Did You Know?

Old Rhosdhu was Loch Lomond's original single malt name, before the distillery began naming its various styles after the islands in the loch itself, as with Inchmurrin and Inchmoan.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Old Rhosdhu 5 Year Old

What is Old Rhosdhu?

It was Loch Lomond's original single malt name, used from the distillery's opening in 1966 until around the year 2000.

Is Old Rhosdhu worth it?

Yes – as part of Loch Lomond's early history, bottles carrying this name are becoming harder to find, making them interesting for the history-minded collector.

Why isn't the name Old Rhosdhu used anymore?

The distillery today names its various styles after islands in Loch Lomond, such as Inchmurrin and Inchmoan, rather than the original Rhosdhu name.

How does Old Rhosdhu compare to Inchmurrin?

Both are floral and fruity, but Old Rhosdhu is lighter and more directly malty in character.

Should the whisky be enjoyed neat or with water?

It can be enjoyed neat, but a few drops of water can bring out the floral notes.

Does this whisky suit a collector of Loch Lomond's history?

Yes, precisely because Old Rhosdhu is a discontinued name, it is attractive to collectors interested in the distillery's early years.