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Auchentoshan - 24 yrs - The Duchess Shieldmaiden Series
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Soft and gentle vanilla sweetness accompanied by dusty oak and straw notes. Subtle hints of milk chocolate and fruits like peach with a touch of lime. Initial presence of bitter oak and mild spices, notably cloves. Light nuances of honey and linseed oil emerge, followed by traces of underripe banana peel and pear. Gentle yellow fruits with a slightly grassy undertone, leading to a medium-length conclusion.
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Provenance
- Type
- Whisky
- Producer
- Auchentoshan
- Country
- Scotland
- Region
- Lowland
Technical
- Vintage
- Grapes
- ABV
- Size
- Ageing
- Serving
- 18° - 20° C
- Drinking window
Key characteristics
About this whisky
Auchentoshan is Scotland's only triple-distilled Lowland whisky, a distinction that defines its character and smoothness. Located in Dalmuir, near Glasgow, the distillery has crafted exceptional single malts since 1823, drawing on centuries of Scottish whisky-making tradition. Triple distillation, a technique more commonly associated with Irish whiskey, removes impurities and creates a lighter, more delicate spirit than typical Highland or Islay expressions.
The Lowland region is known for producing whiskies of remarkable finesse and approachability. Auchentoshan's Duchess Shieldmaiden Series celebrates this heritage while honoring complex, layered character development. At 51.5% ABV, this 24-year expression demonstrates the depth that extended maturation brings, balancing the signature smoothness of triple distillation with the richness of time in wood. These whiskies are versatile companions to fine dining, suited equally to contemplative sipping or as a sophisticated digestif after dinner.
Perfect for those seeking a refined Scottish whisky that prioritizes elegance over peat, Auchentoshan represents the understated excellence of Lowland craftsmanship.
SHIELDMAIDEN'S SERENADE
Ingredients
- 60 ml 1990 - Auchentoshan - 24 yrs - The Duchess Shieldmaiden Series
- 30 ml Honey-infused Chamomile Tea Syrup
- 15 ml Fresh Lemon Juice
- 2 dashes Angostura Bitters
Method
- Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes.
- Add the Auchentoshan whisky, honey-infused chamomile tea syrup, lemon juice, and Angostura bitters.
- Stir gently until well-chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
Serve
Coupe glass, garnished with a lemon twist.
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The Lowland region represents one of Scotland's five distinct whisky-producing areas, encompassing the southern portion of Scotland below an imaginary line drawn from Greenock in the west to Dundee in the east. This region…
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