of Dufftown 12 Year Old 70cl
A relaunched Singleton, this time from Dufftown, to replace the now-defunct Singleton of Auchroisk. This smooth, mellow dram is designed to attract new drinkers to the malt category. APPEARANCE Deep gold, polished mahogany highlights. NOSE Approachable and rich. First polished wood and nuts (toasted hazelnut) dominate, then rich fruits, both stewed (baked apples) and dried (sweeet dates) take over, with soft brown sugar. Behind this, a stick of liquorice. Mossy. Water brings out a sweeter, more direct Speyside character (citrus fruits, pear drops!). Clean and dense. After a while, warm, dry aromas of pencil shavings or match-sticks. BODY Smooth. Medium. PALATE Sweetness and crunchy nuts impress at first, then there's a smooth, fruity Speyside richness to enjoy. Firm, with a balancing sweetness: hints of blackcurrant fruit, brown sugar and espresso coffee. Warming and pleasant. With water, still a pleasant texture. Light sweetness, then chewy and balanced by a light acidity, with a good spread of flavours mid-palate. FINISH Medium to long. Elegantly drying and crisp; then a sweetly nutty delayed warmth, which lingers pleasantly. Key FeaturesWinner of Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2020Luscious nectar. Soft cooked apples, luscious brown sugar, hints of creamy coffee and roasted, nutty notesMake your own Singleton +2 with equal parts, such as apple juice and soda. Simply Delicious and Made to be enjoyed, your wayIts smooth flavour makes it the ideal gift for new single malt whisky drinkers 70cl
