Tomatin Cask Strength

 

 

 

57,5°

Distillery : Tomatin - Highlands

1st Fill Bourbon and 1st Fill Oloroso Sherry Casks 

Original Bottling 

Core Range 

Single Malt 

Launched in 2015

Unchillfiltered, Uncoloured, Cask Strength

Totally Unpeated

 

 

 

First, Tomatin Cask Strength was released as a limited edition. The following year, given its success, it was added to the main range. The double maturation is very balanced, with 50% Bourbon casks and 50% Oloroso Sherry casks. The box says Natural Cask Strength, but I'd like someone to explain to me how the same alcohol content could have been maintained consistently for 5 years if this really is a Cask Strength.

 

 

 

Let's Taste It : 

A very smooth, pleasant but full-bodied nose, where the Sherry plays its part. Dried fruits, raisins, dates, leather, caramel, quince jam and apricots. There's a hint of vanilla behind, which becomes more prominent on the palate, with strong spices. Paprika, cumin, nutmeg, ginger, chilli, pepper, bay leaf. Very powerful. The finish is violent, as expected, but not too aggressive either, with wood and white fruits, greengages and mirabelles. Reeds. Damp and marshy soil.

 

In Short, 

It's a success, of course, with a powerful blend of sherry and white fruits. A logical addition to the regular range. What's more, the price is quite reasonable, so it's well worth buying if you're an enthusiast.

Score : 87

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                           To Be Listened While Sipping :

 

                                           Riverside - Story of my Dreams