This is the third edition of Tamdhu Quercus Alba Distinction, a single malt fully matured in American oak sherry casks. It takes six years to produce these special casks, first, oak grown in North America is transported to Spain and cut into staves that are allowed to air dry in the warm Mediterranean climate. After the coopers have assembled and toasted the casks, they're seasoned with oloroso sherry before finally making their way to Tamdhu to mature its single malt, resulting in a rich, fruity profile that's brimming with layers of honeycomb and mellow oak.
Tasting Note by The Chaps at Master of Malt (link)
Nose Vanilla shortbread and custard are backed by toasted oak and dried orange wheels, with a touch of herbaceous malt nestling beneath.
Palate Rich, sweet notes of sherried fruit and oak char, with butterscotch, honeycomb, and juicy, dark plums.
Finish Oaken vanilla, chocolate caramels, marmalade, dates, and gentle peppery warmth.
From The Whisky Exchange (link)
A limited-edition single malt from Tamdhu that celebrates the unmistakeable character of first-fill American oak oloroso sherry casks. Matured in specially-crafted casks it offers aromas of cinnamon, vanilla, cherry and sharp citrus that fill the nose, complemented by notes of plums, dates, chocolate, oak and golden syrup sponge throughout the palate.
