Scotch

Tomatin 12 Year Old Triple Cask Review

Can a single malt under £40 truly deliver classic Highland character with sherry-kissed depth? Tomatin's refreshed 12 Year Old makes a compelling case.

OVERALL RATING

7
Like Conversation

Tasting Notes

About:

A refreshed design in the Tomatin line up. Matured in refill casks, ex-bourbon casks and ex-sherry casks – we have a wonderfully classic and approachable single malt from the folks at Tomatin.
Appearance:
Golden
Nose:
Baked green apples, crumble topping, fresh honey, malted barley, chocolate chips, coconut and ANZAC cookies.
Palate:
Chewy toffee, caramel sauce, vanilla ice cream, fruit and nut chocolate bars, honeyed grains, mint, sugar syrup and violets.
Finish:
Very pleasant and fruit driven, with lots of those classic subtle sherry notes. It’s got a wealth of warm toffee sauce, sweet raisins, a slight spiciness from the casks and a toasted wood/coconut aroma at the very back of the taste.
Comments:
For under £40 a bottle, this is quite a good bottle of whisky, especially if you’re wanting an easy drinker that isn’t a more well known brand. Tomatin, again, offering good value for a very easy going bottle of single malt whisky.

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.

Phil Dwyer

Phil Dwyer is a freelance whisky writer and consultant. With a decade of experience in whisky retail and nearly as long running Whisky Wednesday on YouTube, Phil is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm with fellow whisky lovers. His goal is to make whisky accessible and enjoyable, dispelling the jargon and complexity that can sometimes surround the spirit. In addition to his online presence, Phil managed The Whisky Shop Manchester, where he curated an impressive selection of some of the finest drams available.

All Posts

Latest On The Whiskey Wash