Tamdhu 20 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing)
- Distillery
- Tamdhu
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 50%
- Age
- 20 years
- Price
- £84.95
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Vanilla, Honey, Sherried, Dried Fruit, Toasted
- Description
- Tamdhu's 1998 vintage matured for 20 years before Hunter Laing bottled 231 expressions at 50% ABV to mark the Old Malt Cask series' anniversary. The Speyside distillery's classic honeyed, slightly floral character gains depth from two decades of wood contact, with vanilla, cereal, and soft spice emerging. The palate is well-integrated and refined, with a medium length and gentle drying finish. A worthy retrospective for those appreciating mature Speyside craftsmanship.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Tamdhu 20 Year Old 1998 - Old Malt Cask (Hunter Laing) is a 20-year-old single malt from Tamdhu (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 50% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — vanilla, honey, sherried, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
Tamdhu's 1998 vintage matured for 20 years before Hunter Laing bottled 231 expressions at 50% ABV to mark the Old Malt Cask series' anniversary. The Speyside distillery's classic honeyed, slightly floral character gains depth from two decades of wood contact, with vanilla, cereal, and soft spice emerging. The palate is well-integrated and refined, with a medium length and gentle drying finish. A worthy retrospective for those appreciating mature Speyside craftsmanship.
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