Single Malt
Scotland
Allt-a-Bhainne
The first official whisky from Allt-á-Bhainne distillery, which has previously produced liquid to be used in Chivas Regal blends or the occasional independent bottling. The inspiration behind this single malt Scotch whisky was to blend peat and smoky notes with classic Speyside elements.
The bottle design attempts to honour the '70s style of the distillery with its distinctive geometric shape.
This bottle was part of a private collection - if you'd like more detailed photos just get in touch!
Smoky malt and a prickle of white pepper spice blend with toffee apples, buttery pastry, a hint of heather and toasted oak.
Butterscotch, roasted apricot and honey provide sweetness among gingerbread and cinnamon spice and earthy peat.
A long finish has plenty of drying smoke and fizzing spice.
Pretty good taste
I got it at twenty quid, for which it was good value. Does lots on the tongue, although at the official price it would not be enough in the rest of the mouth.
Tried for first time yesterday. Thought it was a bit ordinary. Couldn’t taste peat or smoky. Just recently tried Tamnavulin. Much better taste. I’ll give it a second try tonight.
Rather bland with no real flavours just a pleasant enough sharpness. For £20 you're better off buying a Chivas Regal
I paid £20 in Sainsburys for this, I wouldn’t revisit even at that price. NAS & you can tell harsh & no depth.
