Auchentoshan
American Oak
- 40
- 70cl
- Taste: 1
- Lowland
Established in 1823, Auchentoshan Distillery, a Lowland distillery, was originally constructed by a local corn merchant named John Bulloch. Now owned by Beam Suntory, the distillery is located at the foot of the Old Kilpatrick Hills on the outskirts of Clydebank in West Dunbartonshire. People sometimes call Auchentoshan's whisky 'the breakfast whisky' because of the malt's sweetness and delicacy. This delicacy is comes from Auchentoshan's use of triple distillation - a...
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Established in 1823, Auchentoshan Distillery, a Lowland distillery, was originally constructed by a local corn merchant named John Bulloch. Now owned by Beam Suntory, the distillery is located at the foot of the Old Kilpatrick Hills on the outskirts of Clydebank in West Dunbartonshire. People sometimes call Auchentoshan's whisky 'the breakfast whisky' because of the malt's sweetness and delicacy. This delicacy is comes from Auchentoshan's use of triple distillation - a rare choice for a Scottish distillery.
Auchentoshan American Oak is a triple distilled bottling, with its maturation being exclusively in American Bourbon casks. As a result, it becomes a Lowland Single Malt Whisky, featuring the sweet aromas of vanilla and coconut. These flavors seamlessly blend with the signature smooth, delicate Auchentoshan taste. Furthermore, akin to all Auchentoshan whiskies, American Oak proves to be a truly versatile single malt.
Tasting Notes
Colour - Make sure you look out for the vivid, bright gold colour when selecting your bottle of Auchentoshan American Oak. The distillery's delicate maturing process gives the whisky its colour. While maturing in the quality bourbon barrels, the single malt actively develops a new and complex colour and flavour profile over time.
Nose - A vibrant bourbon infused vanilla and coconut alongside many layers of zesty citrus fruit, making this Scotch Single Malt from Auchentoshan stand out from the crowd.
Taste - A refreshingly smooth whisky taste. Lively, with vanilla cream, coconut and white peach.
Finish - Crisp, with sugared grapefruit and a lingering hint of spice.
Auchentoshan American Oak is a triple distilled bottling, with its maturation being exclusively in American Bourbon casks. As a result, it becomes a Lowland Single Malt Whisky, featuring the sweet aromas of vanilla and coconut. These flavors seamlessly blend with the signature smooth, delicate Auchentoshan taste. Furthermore, akin to all Auchentoshan whiskies, American Oak proves to be a truly versatile single malt.
Tasting Notes
Colour - Make sure you look out for the vivid, bright gold colour when selecting your bottle of Auchentoshan American Oak. The distillery's delicate maturing process gives the whisky its colour. While maturing in the quality bourbon barrels, the single malt actively develops a new and complex colour and flavour profile over time.
Nose - A vibrant bourbon infused vanilla and coconut alongside many layers of zesty citrus fruit, making this Scotch Single Malt from Auchentoshan stand out from the crowd.
Taste - A refreshingly smooth whisky taste. Lively, with vanilla cream, coconut and white peach.
Finish - Crisp, with sugared grapefruit and a lingering hint of spice.
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