Tomintoul
Tawny Port Cask Finish
- 40
- 70cl
- Taste: 3
- Speyside
Tomintoul Distillery is located near the village of Tomintoul, which is the highest village in the Scottish Highlands. Situated within the Glenlivet estate in the Speyside region, and in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. Established in 1964 by Hay & Macleod and W. & S. Strong, today the distillery is owned by Angus Dundee Distillers, which acquired it in 2000. The area surrounding the distillery is one of...
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Tomintoul Distillery is located near the village of Tomintoul, which is the highest village in the Scottish Highlands. Situated within the Glenlivet estate in the Speyside region, and in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park. Established in 1964 by Hay & Macleod and W. & S. Strong, today the distillery is owned by Angus Dundee Distillers, which acquired it in 2000.
The area surrounding the distillery is one of astounding natural beauty. This natural environment combined with the fresh mountain air of the Cairngorms, the soft, pure water from the Ballantruan spring and the tall and mighty stills of Tomintoul, all contribute to creating this exceptionally smooth and well-balanced whisky.
Master Distiller, Robert Fleming, who is a fourth generation Speyside distiller, has been the custodian of Tomintoul for more than 30 years. Robert and his team handcraft every drop of Tomintoul Single Malt, using traditional production techniques that stretch back hundreds of years.
The team at the distillery have created this small batch bottling. This spirit ages first in ex-bourbon American oak barrels, then marries and finishes in Tawny Port barriques from Portugal.
The process of ‘finishing’ creates a beautifully rich, complex and full flavoured single malt scotch whisky.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Indulgent berry fruits, bramble jam and dark chocolate cushioned with nutmeg and cherry liqueur.
Palate - A wash of blackcurrants, blueberries and Black Forest gateau bound with cosy oak spices and mocha coffee.
Finish - Maraschino cherries and thick cut marmalade fading into a clove and cinnamon linger.
The area surrounding the distillery is one of astounding natural beauty. This natural environment combined with the fresh mountain air of the Cairngorms, the soft, pure water from the Ballantruan spring and the tall and mighty stills of Tomintoul, all contribute to creating this exceptionally smooth and well-balanced whisky.
Master Distiller, Robert Fleming, who is a fourth generation Speyside distiller, has been the custodian of Tomintoul for more than 30 years. Robert and his team handcraft every drop of Tomintoul Single Malt, using traditional production techniques that stretch back hundreds of years.
The team at the distillery have created this small batch bottling. This spirit ages first in ex-bourbon American oak barrels, then marries and finishes in Tawny Port barriques from Portugal.
The process of ‘finishing’ creates a beautifully rich, complex and full flavoured single malt scotch whisky.
Official Tasting Notes
Nose - Indulgent berry fruits, bramble jam and dark chocolate cushioned with nutmeg and cherry liqueur.
Palate - A wash of blackcurrants, blueberries and Black Forest gateau bound with cosy oak spices and mocha coffee.
Finish - Maraschino cherries and thick cut marmalade fading into a clove and cinnamon linger.
Tasting Rating Guide
1: Light, good for beginners - an aperitif on a summers day, i.e. Glengoyne, Auchentoshan
2: Also good for beginners but with more depth and body - a little stronger than 1, ie. Glenmorangie, Speyburn
3: A dram for everyone, a little more complex so the palate requires a little more experience, i.e. Cragganmore, Macallan
4: A stronger spirit, a big whisky with lots of character and body, excellent after dinner, i.e. Lagavulin, Laphroaig