Tamdhu Distinction Limited Release No 2 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 48%

In Speyside the story is often the same one, told a little differently each time. Tamdhu's Quercus Alba series starts with the oak itself, not the vintage.

The expert's description

Tamdhu Distinction Limited Release No 2 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 48% is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in 1st fill American oak sherry casks and bottled at 48%.

This release, Limited Release #2, celebrates the qualities of maturation in 1st fill American oak sherry casks. The casks are handcrafted in Spain's "sherry triangle" over six years, air-dried in Mediterranean sun and seasoned with Oloroso sherry before travelling to Tamdhu, where they give the whisky its rich, fruity character and natural amber colour.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Raisins, orange peel and the warm scent of freshly baked sherry cake.

Palate

Rich sweetness of dark chocolate and dried fruit, supported by spiced oak.

Finish

Long and warm with lingering notes of nutmeg and caramelised sugar.

Specifications

Name: Tamdhu Distinction Limited Release No 2 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 48%
Distillery: Tamdhu
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 48%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: 1st fill American oak sherry casks
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: Quercus Alba Distinction, Limited Release #2
EAN no.: 5010852048360

Flavour Profile

Sherried · Fruity · Spiced

Did you know?

Tamdhu is one of the few Speyside distilleries to mature exclusively in sherry casks, and some of its warehouses still make use of old carriages from the now-closed Speyside railway line.

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Frequently asked questions about Tamdhu Distinction Limited Release No 2 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 48%

What is Tamdhu Distinction Limited Release #2?

It is a sherry-matured Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky from Tamdhu, matured in 1st fill American oak sherry casks and bottled at 48%.

What does it taste like?

The nose offers raisins and orange peel, the palate is rich with dark chocolate and dried fruit, and the finish is long with nutmeg and caramelised sugar.

What does Quercus Alba mean?

Quercus Alba is the Latin name for American white oak, the wood used for the casks in this series before they are seasoned with sherry in Spain.

How should this whisky be served?

It is best enjoyed in a tulip glass at room temperature, allowing the sherry cask's sweetness and spice to open up.

Why does Tamdhu mature exclusively in sherry casks?

Since reopening in 2012, the distillery has fully committed to one style, maturing 100% of its output in sherry casks to keep a rich, consistent character.

What is the difference between Limited Release #2 and #3?

Both belong to the Quercus Alba Distinction series and share the same cask philosophy, but are separate limited releases from their own batch of hand-selected casks.