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Whisky Review: Rare by Nature 2020 Special Release Cardhu 11 Year Scotch Whisky

We review Rare by Nature 2020 Special Release Cardhu 11 Year Scotch Whisky, matured in refill, new, and ex-bourbon fresh-charred American oak hogsheads.

OVERALL RATING

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Rare by Nature 2020 Special Release Cardhu 11 Year Scotch Whisky

Tasting Notes

About:

56% ABV. Speyside single malt distilled in 2008; matured in refill, new, and ex-bourbon fresh-charred American oak hogsheads. 750ml $113.
Appearance:
Pale gold
Nose:
I am hit with a mist of vanilla. Tobacco and sandalwood are at the forefront. The whisky comes off delicate. In the middle, the smell of shortbread cookies makes me want to procrastinate and bake. Lemongrass and barley fields also meld together.
Palate:


Finish:
Comments:
The Cardhu this year for the Diageo Rare by Nature Special Releases collection is delightful. I thoroughly enjoy the nose on it. The tobacco on the palate is right up my alley. I wasn’t sure how I felt about the age statement decreasing for this encore, but it shines. It is a more delicate whisky, but it is a Speyside. I recommend picking up a bottle if you can find it.

Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.

Courtney Kristjana

Courtney Kristjana is a leading whiskey taster in the United States. Inspired by an article on Heather Greene, she left her career in Gerontology to pursue her passion for whiskey. Currently studying to become a Master of Scotch, Courtney dreams of one day being nominated for the Keepers of the Quaich. Her reviews may be as strong as the peat in her scotch, but she guarantees honesty, integrity, and an open mind.

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