Whisky Single Malt Highland 12 Anni Tomatin 70 cl

Description

History

Situated on the eastern slope of the Monadhliath Mountains, the distillery is in a very secluded area of ​​the Highlands and sits along the River Findhorn at 315 meters above sea level, making it one of the highest distilleries in Scotland. Founded in 1897 as the Tomatin Spey District Distillery Company. As early as the 15th century, there was a manor house in the area called the Old Laird’s House, with an outbuilding used as an illegal distillery. The Tomatin Spey District Distillery Company remained in operation for only 9 years, closing in 1906 due to lack of funds. In 1909 the distillery reopened under a new name, Tomatin Distillers Co. Ltd, and produced an excellent Highland single malt from its two stills.

Production method

The process begins with the malting of the barley, during which the starches present in the cereal are broken down into simple sugars suitable for alcoholic fermentation. This occurs in three phases: maceration of the barley in water, germination and drying. Subsequently, the barley is ground and added again with hot water, extracting the must which will be fermented and distilled. The final refinement, including the choice of the right wood, is fundamental for the sensations that the distillate will acquire.

Alcohol content

43%

Tasting notes

Amber yellow color. Rich and complex on the nose with hints of malt, apple, peach and a light touch of smoke. In the mouth it is enveloping and delicate with fruity and malty notes, together with a subtle hint of nuts and sherry. Good length, smooth with notes of sweet fruit.

Usage

Perfect at the end of a meal or for meditation; particularly recommended for lovers of whiskeys or smoky or intense flavors in general.