1999 Auchentoshan 11 Year Old Bordeaux Cask Matured 58% +/-2011

The 1999 Auchentoshan 11 Year Old Bordeaux Cask Matured whisky, bottled around 2011, is quite a unique expression. Here are some tasting notes:

Nose: Fresh and fruity with hints of pineapples and apples. There’s a slight rubbery note and a touch of kirsch, reminiscent of some artisanal eaux-de-vies. Over time, more bubblegum notes emerge.

Palate: Light and slightly toasted, with flavors of liquorice, malt, and a hint of Ovaltine. There’s also a touch of apple juice.

Finish: Short, with lingering notes of apple juice and liquorice.

This whisky is known for its triple distillation, which gives it a lighter and more delicate profile compared to other Scotch whiskies