Wednesday, September 27, 2017

TOMATIN ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF ITS LATEST CÙ BÒCAN BOTTLING

The Tomatin Distillery, has announced the launch of the latest addition to its Cù Bòcan, single malt whisky range.

Cù Bòcan 2006 Vintage (50% ABV) is limited to just 9,000 bottles, and has been matured in first fill ex-bourbon and ex-Oloroso sherry casks.

Cu Bocan 2006 Vintage

This latest release from the Highlands based distillery, follows on previous limited editions including the 1989 vintage in 2014, along with the Virgin Oak, Sherry and Bourbon expressions in 2015, the 1988 vintage launched in May 2016, and the 2005 vintage launched in August 2016. 

The Cù Bòcan brand, takes its named from a mythical Highland hellhound which was rumoured to haunt the village of Tomatin. The range is said to offer consumers a lightly peated alternative to the traditional fruity flavours of Tomatin single malt.

Commenting on the launch, Jennifer Masson, Marketing Manager at Tomatin, said: “As the Cù Bòcan brand continues to grow – sales have grown 15% year to date on last year – our followers have been eagerly awaiting news of the next limited edition to complement the standard edition, which is available all year round. This year, the added value provided by the unique branded glass adds to the drink-athome experience. The whisky itself is sweet and full with underlying light, earthy smoke and warm winter spice flavours, perfect for enjoying over the winter months and as a festive gift.”

Cù Bòcan 2006 Vintage, will be available next month from specialist retailers, for a RRP of £52.99.

Posted by Steve Rush