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Auchroisk 25 years

malty woody
3.9
(1)€375Scotland, Speyside, Single Malt

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Auchroisk was built in 1972 by the wine and spirit merchants Justerini & Brooks. They wanted malt for their famous J&B blend. The whisky turned out so good it was bottled on its own. Few people could pronounce the name, so early single malts were sold as The Singleton. This 25-year-old was distilled in 1990 and aged in refill oak. It pours fresh and fruity, with juicy orange, soft raisins and a wisp of smoke. Vanilla and dark chocolate follow, lifted by citrus zest and a touch of pepper. A quiet Speyside gem worth seeking out neat.

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Auchroisk

Located in the Speyside region of Scotland, Auchroisk distillery has been established in 1974. This distillery stands on the banks of the River Spey, surrounded by picturesque landscapes and rolling hills. Auchroisk distillery employs traditional distillation methods to craft its whisky. The copper pot stills used in the distillation process contribute to the unique flavor profile of the whisky, creating a delicate balance of fruity and malty notes that whisky enthusiasts appreciate. The Auchroisk distillery is that it primarily produces whisky for blending purposes, making it a key contributor to some popular blended Scotch whiskies. However, Auchroisk also releases limited editions of its single malt whisky.

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About the Auchroisk 25 years

Auchroisk 25 years is a single malt Scotch whisky from the Speyside region of Scotland. The Auchroisk distillery sits in the green Banffshire countryside, and this 25-year-old expression is a rare treat. It was released as part of the Diageo Special Releases 2016, with just 3,954 bottles filled. The story behind Auchroisk is unusual. The distillery was built in 1972 by Justerini & Brooks, the merchants behind the J&B blend. They wanted a reliable malt for blending. The spirit proved so good that it was bottled as a single malt instead. Because few outside Scotland could say the name, early bottlings went out as The Singleton. This whisky was distilled in 1990 and matured in refill American oak hogsheads and refill European oak butts. A quarter-century in wood gives it real depth. It carries its 51.2% strength with ease. On the nose you find juicy fruit, sweet vanilla and citrus zest. With soft raisins & sultanas and a faint curl of smoke. The palate brings fresh orange, milk chocolate and a little cherry sweetness. A touch of black pepper keeps it lively. The finish is warming, with orange peel and gentle spice. Auchroisk 25 years rewards slow sipping. Pour it neat and let the fruit and vanilla unfold. This is a mature, characterful dram from a quietly respected Speyside name. The fruit stays fresh despite the long years in oak. A faint nutty, chocolate note lingers right to the end. For collectors and curious drinkers alike, the Auchroisk 25 years offers a real taste of patient cask ageing.