Tamnavulin White Wine Cask Edition - 40%

Tamnavulin has experienced fluctuating fortunes over the years. First opened in 1966 in the village of Tomnavoulin, in the heart of Speyside and close to the River Livet, the distillery closed it’s doors in 1995 only to reopen them again in 2007 following a major refurbishment. 

The distillery takes it’s name from from the Gaelic for ‘mill on the hill’ and refers to the old mill which still sits on the distillery site, with the old mill wheel featuring on the bottle label.

This Tamnavulin was matured in American oak barrels before being finished in Sauvignon Blanc white wine casks. 

Tasting notes are described as sweet, fresh and light, with green apple, citrus, green grass and sweet hay being prominent characteristics.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Amber gold, forms a thick line which quickly falls as thick legs.

Nose: Lemon and lime citrus, green apples, honeydew melon, and a hint of jasmine tea.

Palate: Fresh citrus notes in the form of lemon and tangelo, freshly mown grass, baked Bramley apples with vanilla and cinnamon, a hint of peach.

Finish: Lingering lime together with Ginger Nut biscuit warmth and a pleasant sweetness.

Summary: A real summer dram, light and fresh with plenty of citrus notes. It’s not overly complex but is no less enjoyable for it. Ideal for those moments when you just want an easy drink without the need for palatal gymnastics. 

Yes, a higher abv could be interesting but it’s not what this whisky was made for. Priced at around £32 it serves its purpose well.

If you would like more information on this whisky, the distillery or any of the other Tamnavulin Malts, follow the link to the company website.