Spice King 12 Year Old Highland and Islay (Wemyss Malts)
- Distillery
- Wemyss Malts
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Blended Malt
- ABV
- 52%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £54.5
- Community rating
- 4.50 / 5 (2 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Citric, Fragant, Toasted
- Description
- Wemyss Malts' Spice King blends 12-year-old Highland and Islay malts to balance regional character—the Islands' smoky phenolics against Highland spice and floral notes. Sweet citrus threads through the blend, creating a textured profile that showcases how regional styles complement one another.
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ABV
52%
Age
12 yr
Style
Blended
✦ Neatly Summary
Spice King 12 Year Old Highland and Islay (Wemyss Malts) is a 12-year-old blended malt from Wemyss Malts (Scotland), bottled at 52% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, vibrant and fruity and floral character — smokey, citric, fragant, toasted. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. Good value for the quality offered.
Wemyss Malts' Spice King blends 12-year-old Highland and Islay malts to balance regional character—the Islands' smoky phenolics against Highland spice and floral notes. Sweet citrus threads through the blend, creating a textured profile that showcases how regional styles complement one another.
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