Name: Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive)
Brand: Darkness
Price: 69.95 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (6 reviews)

Question 1

What does Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) taste like?

Accepted Answer

Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is characterised by Sherried, Vanilla, Chocolate, Toasted notes. This 12-year-old Tennessee bourbon finished in oloroso sherry octave casks (a Master of Malt exclusive) layers rich sherried notes over the whiskey's core of vanilla and baking spice. An uncommon finishing treatment for American bourbon.

Question 2

Is Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) sweet?

Accepted Answer

Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) has some sweetness (63/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is a good step up for beginners with some experience — not the easiest starting point, but very rewarding.

Question 5

Is Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) worth the money?

Accepted Answer

Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) costs £69.95 and is rated 4.8/5 by the community (6 ratings). The quality justifies the price for enthusiasts.

Question 6

Should I drink Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

At 52.4% ABV, Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Try it neat first, then add water gradually.

Question 7

What food pairs well with Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive)?

Accepted Answer

Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The sweet, honeyed character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive)?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive)?

Accepted Answer

Serve Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

What is the community rating for Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive)?

Accepted Answer

Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is rated 4.8/5 on Neatly based on 6 community ratings. This puts it among the highest-rated whiskies in its category.

Question 11

Is Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) similar to Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) and Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Vanilla, Toasted) and are in a similar price range. Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) costs £65.84 vs £69.95 for Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive).

Question 12

Is Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) similar to Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) and Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky share a similar flavour profile (Vanilla) and are in a similar price range. Storyman Blended Scotch Whisky costs £46.95 vs £69.95 for Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive).

Question 13

How does Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) compare to Big Peat at Christmas 2021?

Accepted Answer

Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) and Big Peat at Christmas 2021 are in a similar price range but offer very different experiences. Tennessee Bourbon 12 Year Old Oloroso Cask Finish (Darkness) (Master of Malt Exclusive) is sweet and approachable, while Big Peat at Christmas 2021 is known for Smokey, Medicinal, Coal-gas notes. See the full comparison on Neatly.

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