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A historic Highland malt distillery and one of the oldest still operating in Scotland. Established in the heart of Old Meldrum back in 1797, it is today part of the Beam Suntory portfolio and produces a non-peated spirit which is entirely reserved for its single malt brand. The oldest independent bottling company in Scotland and one of the earliest and foremost advocates for the single malt catego ...
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88 / 100 · Based on 3 published reviews.
SmallbatchCloud3 AugThe finish sounds like the main event here: gentle Highland peat, white pepper, dry bitterness and burnt wax, with pepper taking the lead. I like that it has a clear shape rather than simply fading out; citrus bitterness and a hint of honey give the palate another side to it.
amber.sparrow15 JunFresh, mineral notes balance the burnt wax and gentle peat.
There’s a lovely contrast here: orange marmalade and green apple on the nose meet burnt wax, while the palate turns more bitter and gently spiced. The peat is described as light and distinctly Highland in character, rather than taking over. At 40% ABV, the bottling has a measured strength, and the notes suggest plenty of character without leaning on high proof. A distinctive old Highland single malt, with the wax and citrus combination doing the most to set it apart.
