Review: Tamdhu Batch Strength #1 Single Malt Whisky
Review: Tamdhu Batch Strength #1 Single Malt Whisky
The newly revived Tamdhu Distillery is back with its second expression, this time an overproof whisky known (curiously) as Batch Strength. Aged entirely in sherry casks (predominantly first-fill) for an unstated amount of time, it is bottled at cask strength.
The nose offers rich cereal, caramel, and notes of grilled fruits. On the body, heavy alcohol notes make an immediate impression before some fresh, sweet citrus hits the palate. Water helps considerably, bringing out clear notes of clover honey, orange juice, banana, and cinnamon notes. Some sweet breakfast cereal notes linger on the juicy finish. Without a little tempering, Tamdhu Batch Strength is a bit too racy for easy analysis, but when brought down to a more manageable level it starts to show off more of its charms. Definitely worth a look.
117.6 proof.
B+ / $90 / tamdhu.com
Tamdhu Batch Strength #1 Single Malt Whisky
$90
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I got this as a gift a some years ago and last weekend my husband opened it when I was not there. So now it has to be enjoyed. It does sound interesting, but I suspect with an ABV like that, i need quite a bit of water.