{"product_id":"waterproof-blended-malt-scotch-whisky-750ml","title":"Waterproof Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eWaterproof is a blended malt Scotch whisky made from a handful of Scotland's best malt distilleries, aged in first- and second-fill bourbon and sherry casks and bottled at 91.6 proof (45.8% ABV).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe name explains itself: water, because Scotland has plenty of rain, and proof, the old way of measuring whisky strength, because this dram is bottled stronger than most everyday Scotch. The look is inspired by Charles Macintosh, the Scottish inventor of the waterproof raincoat, and the packaging plays on it. As a blended malt, it is a vatting of single malts from different distilleries with no grain whisky, bottled in batches by MacDuff International of Glasgow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSherry-influenced and versatile, it balances sweet dried fruits with warming spice and oak for a rich, complex profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe raincoat-yellow packaging makes it a fun gift for Scotch lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScotch 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlended malts showcase the variety of Scotland's malt distilleries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSherry casks add raisin and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe it neat in a Glencairn glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA splash of water opens up the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt makes a rich Highball with soda water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTry it in a Rob Roy with sweet vermouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair a pour with dark chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a fun gift for anyone who loves Scotland's weather jokes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts higher strength stands up well to ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet dried fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warming spice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOak:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich oak, sherry influence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottler:\u003c\/strong\u003e MacDuff International, Glasgow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blended malt Scotch whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCasks:\u003c\/strong\u003e First- and second-fill bourbon and sherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 91.6 proof (45.8% ABV)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSip it neat or with a splash of water, or mix a rich Highball or Rob Roy. It pairs with fruitcake, dark chocolate or aged cheddar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a blended malt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA vatting of single malts from different distilleries, with no grain whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy the name Waterproof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScotland's rain, and a higher-than-usual proof.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it taste?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSweet dried fruit, warming spice and oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/scotch\"\u003eScotch collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Waterproof","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68023573807413,"sku":"VWS200434501","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-22768.webp?v=1793661835","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/waterproof-blended-malt-scotch-whisky-750ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}