Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48%

Douglas Laing's mouse has crept up on a cheese board this time. The Madeira casks give the beastie a sweetness built to meet a sharp cheddar or a ripe brie.

Expert's description

Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48% is a Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky matured in bourbon casks finished in selected Madeira casks and bottled at 48%.

Only 5,000 bottles of this Madeira-finished expression were filled, where the classic Highland malt spent several months in selected Madeira casks.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Ripe orchard fruit, honeyed sweetness, roasted almonds and a light floral scent.

Palate

Toffee, caramelised apples and juicy plums with a mild spiced tone.

Finish

Sweet vanilla, orange marmalade and a warm, satisfying finish.

Specifications

Name: Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48%
Bottler: Douglas Laing
Region/Country: Highland
Type: Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 48%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: bourbon casks finished in selected Madeira casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Number of bottles: 5,000
Edition: Limited Edition – The Cheese Collection #2
EAN no.: 5014218830040

Flavour Profile

Wine-toned · Spiced · Fresh

Did you know?

The Cheese Collection is a series from Douglas Laing where each whisky is finished with a specific cheese pairing in mind – this expression is number two in the line-up.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48%

What does Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48% taste like?

On the nose you meet ripe orchard fruit, honeyed sweetness, roasted almonds and a light floral scent. The palate offers toffee, caramelised apples and juicy plums with a mild spiced tone, while the finish gives sweet vanilla, orange marmalade and a warm, satisfying finish.

What role does the cask play in Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48%?

The cask, bourbon casks finished in selected Madeira casks, plays a central role in the character and gives the whisky a depth a neutral cask could not provide.

What glass suits Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48% best?

Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48% is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, letting the aromas open up fully.

Does Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48% make a good gift for a whisky enthusiast?

Yes, Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48% makes a solid gift for a whisky enthusiast, especially thanks to the story and character behind the bottle.

How should Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48% be stored?

Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48% is best kept upright or lying down in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. An opened bottle keeps its quality for several years if stored correctly.

What defines the bottler behind Timorous Beastie Madeira Edition The Cheese Collection no 2 Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 48%?

The Cheese Collection is a series from Douglas Laing where each whisky is finished with a specific cheese pairing in mind – this expression is number two in the line-up.