Glen Scotia 12 Year Old Icons of Campbeltown Release No.1, The Mermaid

The selection and finishing of each whisky in this remarkable new series is inspired by an individual Icon from the cross. Glen Scotia’s whisky is shaped by its coastal climate, and whether real or just the result of a dram too many, mermaid sightings along our coast are an unnervingly reoccurring theme, especially in the 1800’s when distilling in town was growing to new heights. To mark this first release, they have selected a subtly coastal, floral and delicate unpeated twelve-year-old single malt whisky, and finished it in Palo Cortado sherry casks - a rare choice almost as special as mermaids.

Tasting notes:
Appearance: Deep amber, polished mahogany in hue. Good beading and thick legs, indicating texture.

Aroma: Rich, mellow and slightly drying. Maritime salt crystals, boat varnish, edible seaweed. Thick fruity tarte tatin, Dundee Seville marmalade and tablet toffee.

Taste: A creamy texture, lightly sweet centre palate glazed with French apple tart and a pinch of salt.

Finish: Long and warming with a savoury aftertaste and spicy finish.