Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask
- Distillery
- Glenturret
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 60.6%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £78.95
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Vanilla, Oily, Medicinal
- Description
- Ruadh Maor from Glenturret, distilled in 2012 and matured for 12 years in a quarter cask previously filled with Catoctin Creek rye, offers peated Highland character with an unconventional wood influence. The ex-rye cask imparts subtle spice and a drying quality that complements the whisky's smoke character. A rare independent bottling of just 127 bottles suited to adventurous palates exploring unconventional finishes.
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Ruadh Maor 12 Year Old 2011 (Cask 158) - The Single Cask is a 12-year-old single malt from Glenturret (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 60.6% ABV. Expect richly sweet, intensely smoky and peaty character — smokey, vanilla, oily, medicinal. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
Ruadh Maor from Glenturret, distilled in 2012 and matured for 12 years in a quarter cask previously filled with Catoctin Creek rye, offers peated Highland character with an unconventional wood influence. The ex-rye cask imparts subtle spice and a drying quality that complements the whisky's smoke character. A rare independent bottling of just 127 bottles suited to adventurous palates exploring unconventional finishes.
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