Singleton of Dufftown 12 Year Old (70cl, 40%)

A twelve-year-old Speyside single malt from the Dufftown Distillery, released as an original bottling in The Singleton range. It matures in casks seasoned with PX and Oloroso sherry, as well as refill bourbon barrels, and is bottled at 40% ABV in a 700ml bottle with gift packaging. Dufftown Distillery was established in 1895/96, and whisky has been distilled there since 1896. The Singleton brand brings together single malts from Dufftown, Glen Ord and Glendullan; this twelve-year-old bottling comes from Dufftown. Production includes a 75-hour fermentation and slow, gentle distillation. The nose shows polished wood, roasted hazelnut, baked apple, date, brown sugar and vanilla, with soft leather and sandalwood. The palate is nutty and fruity, with brown sugar, espresso and a hint of honey. The finish is medium-length, dry and clear, yet sweet and nutty.