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12th November 2021 |
Tamdhu unveil
Quercus Alba Distinction, a First-Fill
American oak Oloroso sherry cask matured
limited edition.
 Tamdhu
Quercus Alba Distinction is the latest
limited edition from the Speyside
distillery known for its Oloroso sherry
cask maturation.
Tamdhu Quercus Alba Distinction is said
to celebrate the unmistakable
characteristics of first-fill American
oak sherry cask maturation. As the only
Scotch whisky brand to exclusively fully
mature in Oloroso sherry casks, Quercus
Alba Distinction begins its journey in
the oak forests of North America, before
being imported into Spain where these
casks are carefully crafted in the
‘sherry triangle’ over the course of six
years.
The staves are left to air dry in the
Mediterranean sun before being assembled
and toasted by experienced coopers.
Finally, the Oloroso sherry seasoning
takes place, before the casks travel to
Tamdhu. Over time, the distillery’s
vibrant new-make combines with the
American Oak sherry cask to deliver rich
fruity flavours and a wonderful natural
amber colour.
Tamdhu tells me that on the nose,
Quercus Alba Distinction delivers
warming cinnamon and vanilla, with sharp
citrus and cherry flavours. A rich and
luscious palate brings plum, dates,
chocolate, and subtle oak notes. To
finish, the rich fruity notes continue
with a decadent portion of syrup sponge.
Sandy McIntyre, Tamdhu Distillery
Manager, said: "Sherry cask maturation
is essential for the flavour and colour
of Tamdhu whisky, and we’re the only
Scottish distillery to exclusively
mature in these rare Oloroso casks.
Quercus Alba Distinction is a
celebration of the very best in American
Oak and the delicate flavour profile it
gives our bold spirit."
Tamdhu Quercus Alba Distinction has a
RRP of £64.99 and will be available to
purchase from specialist online whisky
retailers such as
The Whisky Exchange,
Amazon
and
Master of Malt
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Tamdhu Quercus Alba Distinction Review
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Producer's Tasting Notes:
Nose:
Malty and creamy
with vanilla, cinnamon, honey, apple
crumble, cherries, citrus and delicate
mint.
Taste:
Mouth coating with a luscious richness,
thick and fruity with soft oak, plum,
gooseberry and chocolate limes.
Finish:
Long with the sherry notes lingering
into a fruity finish with dates and
syrup sponge.
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