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Auchentoshan Classic

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(5)€28Scotland, Lowland, Single Malt

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Auchentoshan sits just outside Glasgow, near the river Clyde. It is one of the few distilleries in Scotland that triple-distils every drop. An extra still gives the spirit a lighter, cleaner shape than most malts. You can taste it straight away. Crisp green apple meets fresh lemon and a soft banana sweetness. There is bread and malt underneath, then a gentle lift of white pepper and vanilla. Maturation in first-fill bourbon casks rounds it off and keeps things bright. Pour it neat and let the floral, fruity side open up. It is an easy, friendly place to start.

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Auchentoshan

Auchentoshan is a Scottish distillery located near Glasgow, in the Lowlands region of Scotland. It was founded in 1823 and is known for producing triple distilled single malt whisky. The water used in the production process comes from Loch Katrine, which is located in the Trossachs National Park. This water is naturally filtered through the hills and glens, providing a unique and pure taste to the whisky. Auchentoshan produces a range of different expressions, from their classic American Oak and Three Wood expressions to their more exclusive and limited releases. The whisky is matured in a variety of casks including bourbon, sherry, and wine casks, giving each expression its own unique flavor profile. Auchentoshan is one of the only distilleries in Scotland to use a third still in their production process. This third still, known as the "Intermediate Still," helps to create a lighter and smoother whisky by removing any impurities and adding to the complexity of the flavour.

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About the Auchentoshan Classic

Auchentoshan Classic is a single malt Scotch whisky from the Lowland region of Scotland. The Auchentoshan distillery stands near Glasgow, beside the river Clyde, and is famous for one thing above all. It triple-distils every batch. Most Scottish distilleries use two stills. Auchentoshan adds a third, an intermediate still, pushing the new spirit to a high strength. The result is a lighter, smoother, sweeter malt. This is the signature of the house, and it shapes everything that follows in the glass. The whisky itself is unpeated and bright. Expect crisp green apple, fresh lemon and a ribbon of soft banana. There is a warm note of bread and malty grain beneath the fruit. A touch of vanilla and gentle spice rounds things out. A flick of white pepper keeps the finish lively. Auchentoshan Classic spends its years in first-fill bourbon casks. These barrels lend the vanilla sweetness and a clean, fresh-fruit character. Because the spirit is so delicate, the wood never overwhelms it. The whisky stays floral, citrus-led and easy to drink. This is the entry point to the Auchentoshan range, bottled at 40% ABV. It suits anyone new to single malt Scotch whisky. It also rewards drinkers who enjoy a softer, Lowland style. Pour it neat and let the apple, lemon and vanilla notes come forward. The triple distillation makes it remarkably approachable. It is a gentle gateway into Scotch whisky for the curious. Few malts offer such a fresh, fruity welcome from the very first sip.