Tomintoul 10 Year Old is a Speyside single malt Scotch whisky matured ten years in ex-bourbon casks at the Tomintoul distillery on the Glenlivet estate, bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV).
The distillery is named after the nearby village of Tomintoul, the highest village in the Highlands of Scotland, and its whiskies are famous for being gentle: Tomintoul proudly calls itself "The Gentle Dram," referring to the drinkability of its smooth and mellow spirit. The Speyside Glenlivet reference on the tube points to the area's long association with whisky making. The 10 Year Old is part of the distillery's core range and an approachable, age-stated introduction to Speyside.
The nose begins with soft grain, oak and vanilla, sweet with gentle aromas of honey and blossom. The palate is light and smooth, honey-driven, with toffee, vanilla, red apple and orchard fruit and a mild peppery spice, and the finish is sweet with oak and malt lingering gently.
Presented in its scenic gift tube, it makes a welcoming gift for newcomers to single malt.
Scotch whisky must be distilled and matured in Scotland for at least three years in oak casks, and any age statement on the label refers to the youngest whisky in the bottle.
Speyside is Scotland's most densely distilled whisky region, known for elegant, fruity malts.
Ex-bourbon casks give the whisky its vanilla and honey sweetness.
A few drops of water open up the floral notes.
Serve it in a Glencairn glass to gather the gentle aroma.
It makes a refreshing whisky Highball with chilled soda water.
Its light style makes it an easy introduction for new single malt drinkers.
It is a dependable everyday dram for Scotch lovers.
Pair it with a cheese board of mild cheddar and apples.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Soft grain, oak, vanilla, honey, blossom.
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Palate: Honey, toffee, red apple, orchard fruit.
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Finish: Sweet, oak and malt.
Specifications
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Distillery: Tomintoul, Glenlivet estate
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Style: Speyside single malt Scotch whisky
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Age: 10 years
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Casks: Ex-bourbon
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Proof / ABV: 80 proof (40% ABV)
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Region: Speyside, Scotland
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat or with a splash of water, or enjoy it in a Highball. It pairs with shortbread, apple tart or mild cheeses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Tomintoul called the Gentle Dram?
For the drinkability of its smooth, mellow spirit.
How is it matured?
Ten years in ex-bourbon casks.
How does it taste?
Light and honeyed, with toffee, vanilla and orchard fruit.
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