Tomatin 1995

The liquid had been held in the same first-fill ex-bourbon cask for almost 30 years, softening and developing immense complexity whilst keeping the distinctive fruit and tropical notes that Tomatin is famous for. Originally filled at 67%, the whisky has naturally retained a 53.1% cask strength and yielded just 175 bottles from the barrel. After almost three decades in a fresh ex-bourbon cask, this Tomatin shows an impeccable sweetness whilst highlighting the charming soft fruitiness I admire them for. My soul is rarely happier than when I encounter a spirit that speaks honestly of what it was made from, where, and how... and this delectable little barrel made my heart sing!Rob Whitehead, Spirits Buyer, Berry Bros. & Rudd (October 2023)Remarkably fresh for liquid just shy of 30 years old, my first nosing presented flavours of pineapple, mango and orange peel, with just a hint of brown sugar and fresh ginger. I’d even go so far as to suggest a savoury quality with myriad components ranging from cedar to hazelnut and even a hint of cooked agave. The palate is where the age becomes apparent. Dried apricots, prunes, candied ginger and sweet spice, are at the fore, backed up by wood tannin that softly creeps onto the palate, bringing a savoury edge. This is a delightfully complex dram finishing with an immense length and a comforting warmth.Henrietta Gullifer, Account Manager, Berry Bros. & Rudd (October 2023)