Tamdhu 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky - 70cl 43%

Tamdhu 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky - 70cl 43%

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Tamdhu 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky - 70cl 43%
  • Tamdhu 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky - 70cl 43%
  • Tamdhu 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky - 70cl 43%
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  • Tamdhu 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky - 70cl 43% - The Really Good Whisky Company
Tamdhu 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky - 70cl 43%

Tamdhu 12 Year Old Single Malt Whisky - 70cl 43%

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Tasting Journey

Age 12 Year Old
Distillery Tamdhu
Region Speyside
Cask Type Oloroso Sherry Casks
Style Scotch and Malt
Colour

Deep Gold

Nose

Aromas of dried fruit (raisins, figs), dark chocolate, a hint of warm spices, slight nuttiness, with layers of oak and vanilla.

Palate

Taste of toffee, honey, a slight citrus zest. The oak adds a gentle dryness, balancing the sweetness, while the spices linger softly in the background.

Finish

Long and satisfying, with a gentle warmth. The sherry notes persist alongside a subtle nuttiness and a light oak influence.

About This Whisky

The Tamdhu 12-Year-Old is a rich and sophisticated single malt Scotch whisky, distilled in the Speyside region of Scotland. This expression is matured for 12 years in a combination of Oloroso sherry casks, which imparts deep and complex flavors to the whisky. Bottled at 43% ABV, the Tamdhu 12 showcases a beautiful balance of sweetness, fruitiness, and subtle spices. This whisky is a perfect choice for those who enjoy rich, sherried drams with a good depth of flavor, offering both complexity and balance. The Tamdhu 12-Year-Old is a great sipping whisky, ideal for enjoying slowly and savoring its layers of taste.

About Tamdhu Distillery

Tamdhu Distillery

Tamdhu Distillery is a prestigious Speyside whisky distillery located on the banks of the River Spey in Scotland, renowned for producing rich, full-bodied sherry cask matured single malt Scotch whisky. Tamdhu is widely respected for its exclusive focus on Oloroso sherry cask maturation, making it a standout among Speyside distilleries.

Location

Tamdhu Distillery is situated near Knockando in Speyside, one of Scotland’s most famous whisky-producing regions, known for elegant and fruit-driven single malts.

History

Founded: 1897

Established by a group of whisky blenders including William Grant & Sons and The Famous Grouse founders

Built during the Victorian whisky boom

Revived and relaunched in 2012 with a renewed focus on 100% sherry cask maturation

Currently owned by Ian Macleod Distillers

Whisky Style

Tamdhu is best known for its rich, sherried Speyside style, characterised by:

Dried fruits (raisins, figs, dates)

Toffee and caramel sweetness

Dark chocolate and spice

Orange peel and nutty notes

Smooth, full-bodied texture

Unlike many distilleries, Tamdhu matures its whisky exclusively in Oloroso sherry casks, giving it a consistent and distinctive flavour profile.

Production

Key features of Tamdhu production include:

Traditional copper pot stills

Use of seasoned European and American oak sherry casks from Spain

Natural colour and often non-chill filtration

Focus on long maturation in high-quality casks

Popular Tamdhu Whisky Expressions

Tamdhu 10 Year Old – entry-level expression, rich and approachable

Tamdhu 12 Year Old – classic sherried Speyside single malt

Tamdhu 15 Year Old – deeper, richer, and more complex

Tamdhu 18 Year Old – premium aged expression with intense sherry influence

Tamdhu Cask Strength – high-proof releases with powerful flavour

Interesting Fact

Tamdhu was one of the first distilleries in Scotland to be fully electrified when it was built, making it highly advanced for its time.

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