HIP - first releases - Tomintoul, Bowmore, Invergordon and Foursquare
From the HIP website We are an independent whisky brand based in the heart of Scotland (Stirling), founded in 2026 with a clear goal: to bring accessibility to independent bottling. We offer carefully curated small batch releases in 20cl formats, removing the cost, commitment, and risk that often come with discovering new whiskies and other premium spirits, so people can drink better, not bigger. Our name comes from the flask-style bottle our spirit is presented in, as well as our against-the-grain attitude. We are short, sharp, and straight to the point, just like our bottlings - compact, considered, and built for discovery ––––––– Tomintoul 12 - 46% Matured for 12 years in refill Sherry butts, before bottling at 46% at natural colour and without chill filtration Tasting notes Appearance: Chardonnay in colour, forms a thin line which beads before slowly falling as thin, oily legs Nose: Lemon citrus, vanilla, runny honey and a touch of coconut cream Palate: Creamy mouthfeel, lemo...
