Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams)
- Distillery
- Auchroisk
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 48.2%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £65.68
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Malt Extract, Honey, Vanilla, Citric, Fresh Fruit
- Description
- Auchroisk's 12-year-old matured in an ex-bourbon cask before independent bottling at natural strength and color, allowing the Speyside distillery character to remain the focus. The spirit displays the distillery's characteristic light honey and cereal notes with subtle oak integration from the ex-bourbon wood. The texture is balanced and approachable, with a clean finish that emphasizes fresh, orchard fruit character. This works well for those exploring quality Speyside expressions at fair maturity without excessive cask influence.
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Auchroisk 12 Year Old 2009 (cask GD-AUC09) - Single Cask Series (GreatDrams) is a 12-year-old single malt from Auchroisk (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 48.2% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and delicately floral character — malt extract, honey, vanilla, citric. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A premium pour worth the price.
Auchroisk's 12-year-old matured in an ex-bourbon cask before independent bottling at natural strength and color, allowing the Speyside distillery character to remain the focus. The spirit displays the distillery's characteristic light honey and cereal notes with subtle oak integration from the ex-bourbon wood. The texture is balanced and approachable, with a clean finish that emphasizes fresh, orchard fruit character. This works well for those exploring quality Speyside expressions at fair maturity without excessive cask influence.
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