Bacardi, has announced the launch of a new port cask
finished Dewar’s expression.
Dewar’s Portuguese Smooth (40% ABV) is an 8 Year Old blended
Scotch whisky, which has been finished in ruby port casks.
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This latest release from the brand that its marking its 175th Anniversary year, follows on from its Caribbean Smooth Rum Cask Finish and Ilegal Smooth Mezcal Cask Finish bottlings.
Dewar’s Portuguese Smooth, is said to deliver notes of
freshly sliced ripe apricots, honeydew melon, red cherries and black currants
drizzled with heather honey - all enveloped in rich creamy notes of vanilla.
Commenting on the launch, Stephanie Macleod, Master Blender
for DEWAR'S, said: "With its full bodied yet refined mouthfeel and unique flavour
profile – which features subtle notes of stone fruits, dark red fruits and
honey – Dewar's Portuguese Smooth is designed to be a veritable celebration of
the two cultures of Scotland and Portugal. Thanks to a unique production
process where the 8 year old scotch is double aged for extra smoothness and
then finished in casks that previously held fine ruby port wines, Dewar's
Portuguese Smooth has a satisfyingly unusual, yet super smooth, taste that is
ideally enjoyed anyway you like – be it neat, on the rocks, in a highball or as
a great alternative to beer and wine for food pairings. It's really about your
mood, time, place and company – be it in person or remotely."
Dewar’s Portuguese Smooth, will be available later this
month from specialist retailers across the US, for a RRP of $21.99 – 750ml.
Posted by Steve Rush