Tomatin 10 Year Old (1980s Edition)
75cl / 40%
£199.00
- Malt type: Single Malt
- Region: Scotland
- Coloring: No
A classic expression from the heart of the Highlands, this 10-year-old Pure Malt from Tomatin captures the subtle elegance the distillery is known for. Bottled at 40% ABV, this release was part of the Fine Old Highland Malt Scotch Whisky series and features a distinctive label with the Tomatin distillery illustrated in a beige oval against a black background, embossed with gold and red accents – a visual nod to its heritage.
Matured for a decade, the whisky reveals gentle notes of malted barley, honeycomb, and soft orchard fruits, underpinned by a delicate Highland peatiness. Its smooth character and balanced profile make it a perfect introduction to Tomatin’s house style – approachable yet full of nuance.
Tasting Notes
Light, malty sweetness with icing sugar and barley
Sweet vanilla pudding, rich caramel, toasted nuts, Gentle spice from oak
Medium, slightly tannic finish
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Late–distillery-boom Highland 10-year-old at 40–43%, 75cl, with that slightly waxy, malty 1980s Tomatin character.
At-a-Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Distillery / Bottler / Country & Region | Tomatin Distillery / Highlands, Scotland |
| Category | Single malt Scotch whisky |
| Age / Vintage / Bottled | 10 Years Old / Bottled 1980s |
| ABV & Size(s) | 40% ABV typical; 43% 75cl also documented; 75cl most common for the era |
| Cask / Treatment | Refill and ex-bourbon Highland maturation; exact casks not stated by the producer |
| Natural Colour | Not stated by the producer |
| Non-Chill-Filtered | Not stated by the producer |
| Cask Strength | No |
| Bottle count / Outturn | Not stated by the producer |
| Intended channel | UK/export retail, now vintage/collectors |
| Packaging | 1980s Tomatin label/carton, “Fine Old Highland Malt” styling |
| Notes on discrepancies | 40% vs 43%, 70cl vs 75cl all exist in the 1980s; match to what is on the bottle when listing |
Technical Specification & Variant Map
Documented variants
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10yo, 40%, 75cl, 1980s carton.
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10yo, 43%, 75cl, 1980s, EU listing.
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10yo, 40%, 75cl, bottle-only in UK vintage shops.
Variant Matrix
| ABV | Volume | Market | Era cues | Relative desirability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43% | 75cl | Continental/US import, 1980s | Label shows 43% and 0.75L | Slightly higher |
| 40% | 75cl | UK/vintage retail | 1980s carton, “Highland malt” | Core |
| 40% | 70cl | UK 1980s | Similar label, smaller volume | Condition-led |
Packaging & authenticity checklist
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“Tomatin” and “10 Years Old” both present.
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Volume and ABV match listing.
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Screw cap correct.
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Check for low fill (common on 1980s bottles).
Liquid Profile
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Nose: Malty, slightly waxy, faint dried citrus, light honey.
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Palate: Soft Highland malt, barley sugar, gentle spice, light oak.
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Finish: Medium, dry malt, light orange/cocoa.
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With water: Lifts honey/cereal.
Sourcing
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Target: 75cl, 40–43%, good fill, original box.
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Avoid: heavy label wear, low fill.
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Buy 70–90 GBP, list 140–170 GBP with good photos.
