Knockdhu renamed their whiskies anCnoc to avoid confusion with the nearby Knockando distillery. This 12 year old exhibits a gentle, non-sherried style of whisky.
Aromatic, quite robust. Honeysuckle, fresh flowers, cereals, barley.
Medium, good sweetness. Madeira, winter spices, mocha, Crème de Cacao, herbal hints and toasted granary bread.
Medium length, great interplay between oak and barley.
This is a good whisky, very well balanced and flavourful. However, in this price range, the Old Pulteney 12 is more robust. But, this is still lovely and a great summer time dram. Spice, cocoa, fruits and floral notes all seem to come through in time. With water, a good amount of lime. Lovely.
Flat. That's my view on this malt. Not bad spirit, but not great too. Cask problem. Tastewise not up to par. I will not buy this again.
toffee apple and flowers on the nose. sweet with to taste with a medium finish of wood and light smoke. very well balanced. a must have!
Medical/smokey notes should be included in the tasting notes! If you don't like those - don't buy that whisky. There are subtle but definitely noticeable. I made a mistake and thought that this whisky. In it's own class I guess it's a good buy, it feels refined and well made. But only if you don't mind that medical aftertaste. I do, that's why only three stars from me.
If you like the more subtle tones of Glenlivet, Glenfiddich, or Glenmorangie (which by the way are great single malts), this might not be the scotch for you. It's got a very hearty flavor that most might not appreciate. But, if you love a good strong oak flavor while still very smooth, this is the scotch for you! Sitting in the hot tub now with a triple neat and loving it!
