Tomatin 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Single Highland Malt Whisky 70 cl 40%

In the Monadhliath Mountains south of Inverness lies a distillery whose whisky rarely raises its voice – but this sherry-cask expression speaks a little louder.

Expert's description

Tomatin 12 år Sherry Cask Single Highland Malt Whisky 70 cl 40% is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in sherry casks and bottled at 40%.

Tomatin 12 Year Old Sherry Cask is one of the most approachable expressions in the range and shows the distillery's soft, fruity Highland style lifted by the warmth of sherry casks.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Apples, citrus, vanilla and a discreet sherry sweetness.

Palate

Round and silky with sweet fruit, honey and a creamy malt profile.

Finish

Medium long with mild spice, sweet malt and a clean finish.

Specifications

Name: Tomatin 12 år Sherry Cask Single Highland Malt Whisky 70 cl 40%
Distillery: Tomatin
Region/Country: Highland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 Years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: sherry casks
Non-chill filtered: No
Natural colour: No
EAN no.: 5018481101845

Flavour Profile

Sherry-matured · Spiced · Fresh

Did you know?

Tomatin sits 315 metres above sea level, making it one of the highest-altitude distilleries in Scotland, giving a cooler, slower maturation climate.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tomatin 12 år Sherry Cask Single Highland Malt Whisky 70 cl 40%

What does Tomatin 12 år Sherry Cask Single Highland Malt Whisky 70 cl 40% taste like?

On the nose you meet apples, citrus, vanilla and a discreet sherry sweetness. The palate offers round and silky with sweet fruit, honey and a creamy malt profile, while the finish gives medium long with mild spice, sweet malt and a clean finish.

What role does the cask play in Tomatin 12 år Sherry Cask Single Highland Malt Whisky 70 cl 40%?

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

What glass suits Tomatin 12 år Sherry Cask Single Highland Malt Whisky 70 cl 40% best?

Tomatin 12 år Sherry Cask Single Highland Malt Whisky 70 cl 40% is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, letting the aromas open up fully.

Does Tomatin 12 år Sherry Cask Single Highland Malt Whisky 70 cl 40% make a good gift for a whisky enthusiast?

Yes, Tomatin 12 år Sherry Cask Single Highland Malt Whisky 70 cl 40% makes a solid gift for a whisky enthusiast, especially thanks to the story and character behind the bottle.

How should Tomatin 12 år Sherry Cask Single Highland Malt Whisky 70 cl 40% be stored?

Tomatin 12 år Sherry Cask Single Highland Malt Whisky 70 cl 40% 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 Tomatin behind Tomatin 12 år Sherry Cask Single Highland Malt Whisky 70 cl 40%?

Tomatin sits 315 metres above sea level, making it one of the highest-altitude distilleries in Scotland, giving a cooler, slower maturation climate.