Tamdhu Batch Strength No 5 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 59.8%

Turn the sherry up to cask strength, and Tamdhu becomes something else entirely — intense, dark and without the dampening hand of added water.

Expert's Description

Tamdhu Batch Strength No 5 is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky from the Tamdhu distillery, matured exclusively in sherry oak casks and bottled at natural cask strength of 59.8%.

As the fifth release in the Batch Strength series, it shows how Tamdhu's signature use of top-quality sherry casks gives the whisky its natural colour and characteristic flavour profile, amplified by the high strength.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Intense sherry sweetness with dark raisin, toasted nuts and a hint of dark chocolate.

Palate

Powerful and full with dried fruit, caramel and a warm, spiced alcoholic edge.

Finish

Long and warming with lingering sherry sweetness and a dry, nutty close.

Specifications

Name: Batch Strength No 5
Distillery: Tamdhu
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 59.8%
Size: 70 CL
Cask Type: Sherry Oak Cask
Natural Colour: Yes
Edition: Batch Strength No 5
EAN No.: 5010852045161

Flavour Profile

Sherry-matured · Cask strength · Intense · Powerful

Did You Know?

Tamdhu's Batch Strength series is bottled without water reduction, meaning the strength varies slightly from batch to batch depending on the sherry casks selected.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tamdhu Batch Strength No 5 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 59,8%

What is Tamdhu's Batch Strength series?

It is a series of unreduced releases showing Tamdhu's sherry character at natural cask strength without added water.

Why does the strength vary between batches?

Since the whisky is not reduced with water, the final strength depends on the specific sherry casks included in each batch.

Is it worth it for sherry fans?

Yes, it delivers an intense, undiluted experience of Tamdhu's characteristic sherry style at a notably higher strength than the core range.

Is the whisky naturally coloured?

Yes, the colour comes solely from the sherry casks.

Should water be added?

Yes, a few drops of water can open up the aromas and make the whisky more accessible at this strength.

How does Batch Strength differ from Tamdhu 12 Year Old?

Batch Strength is bottled at natural, higher cask strength without water reduction, while the 12-year-old is reduced to 43%.