TOMATIN 12YR SINGLE MALT SCOTCH, Scotland 750ml

The Tomatin 12 year Highland Single Malt Bourbon and Sherry Casks whisky firmly supports this claim. Bonus consumer palate points for this bottling having been matured in a combination of traditonal oak, ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks. Tomatin pointedly sells this bottling as exempliying the softer side of what a Highlands whisky can be. Wild, rugged and robust, words often used to describe some Highlands drams, aren't fully applicable here.

Think...mellow or chill as regards this pick. Mellow, yes, but decidely sensual and interesting. Aromas of wild heather, cedar and pine spread to reveal apples with creme caramel, mango and pears. Full-bodied and buttery, its time spent in ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry casks adds layers and nuances of structure and spice leaving the finish classically smooth. 86 proof