Ian Macleod Distillers, has announced the launch of a new limited-edition bottling, from its Speyside based Tamdhu Distillery.
Tamdhu Cigar Malt No. 01 (53.8% ABV) which has been created
to celebrate the age-old pairing of whisky and cigars, has been produced using
a small handpicked selection of first fill European oak Oloroso sherry casks.
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| Tamdhu Cigar Malt No. 01 |
Tamdhu Cigar Malt No. 01, is said to deliver notes of ginger nut biscuits, sweet sherry, caramel and crème brulee on the nose. Followed by notes of sultanas, dried raisins, sticky malt loaf and vanilla on the palate.
In addition to the new bottling, Tamdhu in partnership with renowned
wood maker and silversmiths, Anthony Holt & Sons, have also created two bespoke
luxury cigar humidors, made using wood from first fill European oak sherry
casks. One of the humidors will be auctioned for charity in 2022.
Commenting on the launch, Sandy McIntyre, Tamdhu Distillery
Manager, said: “While whisky and cigars have long been enjoyed together, we
wanted our Tamdhu Cigar Malt to cement that bond with a marriage of flavour and
craft befitting of the two worlds. This whisky, exclusively matured in first
fill European Oak Oloroso sherry casks, provides the perfect accompaniment to
the finest cigars. That we were able to use those sherry casks to continue the
legacy of the Cigar Malt through the humidor is very special indeed.”
Tamdhu Cigar Malt No. 01, is now available from the
distillery’s online shop and later this month from specialist retailers, for a
RRP of £180.00.
Posted by Steve Rush