Teaninich 2007 A Single Cask Collection : Crafted in Cask 18 yo

 

 

 

57,2°

Distillery : Teaninich - Highlands 

Hogshead and Pineau des Charentes Wine Finish

Independent Bottling 

By Berry Bros. & Rudd 

Limited Edition 

Single Cask 

Bottled in 2025

Unchillfiltered, Uncoloured, Cask Strength

Totally Unpeated

 

 

 

As is always the case with the Single Cask Collection launched by the British bottler Berry Bros. & Rudd, the most experienced in the market, the whisky has been finished for at least three years, this time in a cask that previously held Pineau des Charentes, a French fortified wine from the Cognac region. 303 bottles have been released for sale. 

 

 

 

Let's Taste It : 

The wine’s influence is significant, apple compote, fresh and stringy red berries, candied lemon, cinnamon tart, brown sugar, Muscat grapes, fermented cherries, liquid chocolate, red peppers, it’s pastry-like and slightly indulgent. On the palate, it is creamy, beetroot hummus, raspberry coulis, wild strawberries, woody notes, hairspray, lively spices, cardamom, ginger and nutmeg. The finish is quite long and complex, woody spices, pepper and cloves, drier fruits, dates, prunes, mirabelle plums, we enter the heart of the wood, without it being bitter. 

 

In Short, 

The finish plays a significant role here, shaping the whisky in its own image, and this may not be to everyone’s taste. It’s pleasant and subtle, but the wine-like and syrupy notes are still quite pronounced – you have to like that sort of thing. As for the price, it’s reasonable. If you’re drawn to this style, it’s worth giving it a try. 

Score : 88

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                            To Be Listened While Sipping : 

 

                                            Pleasure Symbols - Image Reflected

Teaninich 8 yo Special Relase 2025 Daring Rye

 

 

 

60,3°

Distillery : Teaninich - Highlands

Ex-Bourbon Casks 

Original Bottling 

Limited Edition

Single Grain

Bottled in 2025

Unchillfiltered, Uncoloured, Cask Strength

Totally Unpeated 

 

 

 

This distillery is about to close, if it hasn't already done so, as it was announced last September. One of its last original bottlings will therefore be this one, which has the distinction of being a Single Grain, whereas the distillery usually produces Single Malt. It is a blend of malted barley and malted rye, and is called a single grain because it contains less than 51% malted rye, otherwise it would be called rye whisky. All of this has been quietly aged for 8 years in Bourbon casks before being released as part of the Diageo Special Releases. Distillation probably took place in 2016.

 

 

 

Let's Taste It :    

On the nose, roasted bread spread with a generous layer of butter, toasted cereals, particularly rye, which is really recognisable, puffed rice, muesli, rustic honey. Country bread, wood chips, freshly cut wheat, lemon sweets, thick caramel. On the palate, it is creamier, with delicate vanilla and various citrus fruits. It is slightly tart, but the spices quickly come to the fore. Light woody and herbaceous notes. Medium-length finish, but powerful, with charcoal, peach pits, dried apricots, coconut. Roast corn, Ovaltine.

 

In Short, 

Overall, this product disappointed, it is poorly rated on Whiskybase, and even Ruben gave it less than 80 points. As for me, I find it an interesting experience, it has character and depth, and I like the strong presence of cereals. Admittedly, there's nothing exceptional about it, but I think it's not bad. However, I agree that the price is too high. 

Score : 87

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                           To Be Listened While Sipping : 

 

                                           Lili Refrain - Nagal

Teaninich 10 yo

 

 

 

43°

Distillery : Teaninich - Highlands 

Bourbon and Sherry Casks

Original Bottling 

Core Range 

Single Malt 

Launched in 1991

Totally Unpeated

 

 

 

Teaninich is one of Scotland's largest distilleries, but Single Malts bearing its name are not common. This one is from the extensive Flora & Fauna range, although this is not stated on the label. The age is only 10 years old, which is the lowest possible in this range.

 

 

 

Let's Taste It :  

Fresh and airy notes of slightly tart lemon, with grainy cereals and white fruit. Sucking candy, delicately floral and mentholated touches, vergeoise and marzipan. Roasted peanuts, Haribo banana. White chalk. On the palate, sweet butter, lemon sorbet, lemonade, puffed rice and green apple. It's slightly mineral in the background, with discreet, slightly exotic spices. The finish is correct, honeyed, creamy, young wood, light tobacco, Conference pears, dried hay. Peppermint. Chestnuts and crushed walnuts.

In Short, 

It's very lemony, so not quite to my taste, but it's also floral and mineral, so I enjoyed it nonetheless. It's still light, though, even if it's well done. The price is low, so why not give it a go if you like the profile.

Score : 85

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                                           Alicia Clara - Daydream

Teaninich 2008 Cadenhead Original Collection 15 yo

 

 

 

46°

Distillery : Teaninich - Highlands

Sauternes Casks Finish

Independent Bottling 

By William Cadenhead Limited

Limited Edition 

Single Malt

Bottled in 2023

Unchillfiltered, Uncoloured

Totally Unpeated

 

 

 

In the modern whisky industry, Teaninich, founded en 1817, is mostly used for Blends. And it's a shame, because it's a very special distillery, they have a hammer mill and a mash filter, the only one operative in Scotland. It produces a clear wort, and heavily influences the whisky's nature: it is flagrant and floral, bringing to mind a freshly cut grassy field in springtime. That's why this distillery has a real personality and is underestimated. Fortunately we have a few independent bottlings to enjoy it in, this one has been finished in Sauternes Casks for three years, enhancing the sweetness of the distillate. No clue about the first maturation and the nmber of bottles produced, but at least it's not chill-filtered. 

Let's Taste It : 

Almonds, walnuts, hot chocolate, vegetable moss, grassy fragrances, bay leaf. It's indeed floral, somewhere between jasmine and rose or maybe primrose, but it's not overpowering. It remains pleasant, light but not too much. The palate is slightly acidic, with orchard fruits, green apples and Comice pears, spices under control. Slightly sweet. Cinnamon and nutmeg. The finish is long, but not violent, heather, chicory, caramel, fig pulp. Cashew nuts. Tannins.  

In Short, 

It's interesting, the Sauternes is not very persistent, but it gives the distillate a richer profile. Having said that, there are a few flaws too, but it remains a good whisky, smooth, subtle and light, with a hint of oak. The price may seem exaggerated.

Score : 87

                                           To Be Listened While Sipping :

 

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