Longmorn 18 Year Old is a cask-strength Speyside single malt from Longmorn's annual release, bottled at 57.6% ABV. It is a rich, fruit-forward whisky that shows why this distillery has long been a favourite of connoisseurs, and VinePair rated the release 93 points.
Longmorn is well known for a toffee note in its spirit, and at 18 years and full strength that character comes through beautifully. The distillery releases its own bottlings in small quantities, and the 18 Year Old is presented in an elegant purple and gold box with art-deco styling.
On the nose come caramel, mulling spices, dried apples and mixed nuts, with dried lavender, old oak and blackberries adding depth. The palate calls to mind sticky toffee pudding with date syrup, candied lemon peel and pepper, alongside toffee apples, apricots and fresh tropical fruit, before a subtly sweet finish of creamy milk chocolate.
A healthy splash of water broadens and deepens the palate, while softening the intensity of the nose, so it pays to try it both ways.
It is a superb gift for a Speyside enthusiast or an 18th birthday, and a fine bottle for any collector of cask-strength Scotch who appreciates fruit-led Speyside whisky.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Caramel, mulling spice, dried apple, mixed nuts, lavender and blackberries.
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Palate: Sticky toffee pudding, date syrup, candied lemon peel, apricot and tropical fruit.
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Finish: Subtly sweet, with creamy milk chocolate.
Specifications
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Producer: Longmorn
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Style: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky, cask strength
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Age: 18 years
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Proof / ABV: 115.2 proof (57.6% ABV)
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Region: Speyside, Scotland
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Size: 700ml
How to Enjoy It
Taste it neat first, then add a healthy splash of water to broaden the palate. It pairs with sticky toffee pudding, apple tart or milk chocolate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Longmorn 18 cask strength?
Yes. This release is bottled at 57.6% ABV.
What does it taste like?
Toffee apples, apricot and tropical fruit, with sticky toffee pudding and a milk chocolate finish.
Where is Longmorn made?
In Speyside, Scotland.
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