DEANSTON 18 Year Old Highland Single Malt Whisky Bottle (70cl) 46.3%abv

Description

Deanston 18 Year Old Highland Single Malt Whisky, awarded ‘Whisky of the Year 2022,’ exemplifies excellence through 18 years of maturation in American white oak ex-Bourbon barrels at the Deanston Distillery. This classic whisky offers captivating notes of sweet barley sugar, vanilla, and crisp apple, while the bourbon casks enhance the waxy character for which Deanston is renowned, providing a phenomenal mouthfeel. The nose reveals an aromatic blend of floral notes, balanced American oak, malt, honey, and hints of tobacco and nutmeg. On the palate, experience sweet and spicy flavours of citrus, gingerbread, barley sugar, and Manuka honey. The finish is dry and spiced, leaving a warming, gingery honeyed tail that lingers delightfully.

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Deanston is a distinguished whisky distillery located in the Highlands of Scotland, near the village of Deanston in Perthshire. Established in 1966, the distillery is housed in a former cotton mill, which has been beautifully converted into a whisky production facility.

Deanston is known for producing a range of single malt Scotch whiskies, characterised by their smoothness and complexity. The distillery uses traditional methods of production, including natural spring water sourced from the nearby River Teith and a traditional copper pot still distillation process.

The maturation of Deanston whiskies typically takes place in American oak casks, which impart rich vanillin and caramel notes, along with a variety of ex-sherry casks that contribute depth and complexity. The whiskies are often noted for their sweet, fruity profiles, with flavours of honey, vanilla, and dried fruits.

With a focus on sustainability, Deanston also embraces eco-friendly practices, such as using renewable energy sources. The distillery has gained recognition for its quality and consistency, making it a favourite among whisky enthusiasts and collectors looking to explore Highland single malts.