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- Category Scotch
- Country Scotland
- Region Speyside
- Distillery Cardhu
- Age 15 Year Old
- Style Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- Alcohol 40%*
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The classic Speyside Single Malt… but bolder.
John Cumming was one of the rare Whisky smugglers that successfully transitioned to legal operation when the oppressive tax and production laws were eased. Thus, Cardhu was born in 1824. You may know Cardhu as one of the signature core malts of Johnnie Walker, but it was a Single Malt long before the blenders got their hands on it. Happily — after a few mis-steps — Diageo has restored it to its former delectable Single Malt glory where it is pleasing customers and winning awards once again.
It may sound as stating the obvious, but Cardhu15 is a deeper, richer, bolder expression of their signature twelve year old Single Malt. That means it’s a classic interpretation of Speyside style. And as opposed to having a peat-influence infused into it, Cardhu gets the faintest whiff of peat from the local waters which flow past a natural peat bog nearby. This is relatively unique for a Speysider, and that’s one of the reasons fans like it. The main flavor profile speaks of stewed pears with a thick body and light sweetness.
Smartass Corner:
The word Cardhu comes from the Gaelic "Carn Dubh" which means "black rock.”
- Category Scotch
- Country Scotland
- Region Speyside
- Distillery Cardhu
- Age 15 Year Old
- Style Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- Alcohol 40%*
Appearance / Color
Burnished bronze.
Nose / Aroma / Smell
Pear, apple, and a bit of charred oak.
Flavor / Taste / Palate
Rich with more autumn fruits and a hint of distant peat.
Finish
Long and drying with toasted grain.
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Cardhu
15 Year Old
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Smartass corner
90% of all Scotch Whiskies sold are Blends.
90% of all Scotch Whisky released in the market is a blend. That’s a hell of a lot.
Is Scotch always Scottish? What do you think? Yes. The answer is yes.
Can Scotch go bad? Technically, an unopened bottle of Scotch can last forever. Air is the only true evil to Whisky; once the liquid is oxidized it is no longer immortal. After opening, as long as you store your Whisky in a cool, dry place, it will last another 5 years.
Scotch Whisky is seldom aged in new barrels. Bourbon and Tennessee Whiskey casks are usually used for maturation. In addition to that, Whisky is often matured or finished in various wine casks such as Sherry or Port.
The word Cardhu comes from the Gaelic "Carn Dubh," which means "black rock."
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Dog Dogson's
Smartass corner
90% of all Scotch Whiskies sold are Blends.
90% of all Scotch Whisky released in the market is a blend. That’s a hell of a lot.
Is Scotch always Scottish? What do you think? Yes. The answer is yes.
Can Scotch go bad? Technically, an unopened bottle of Scotch can last forever. Air is the only true evil to Whisky; once the liquid is oxidized it is no longer immortal. After opening, as long as you store your Whisky in a cool, dry place, it will last another 5 years.
Scotch Whisky is seldom aged in new barrels. Bourbon and Tennessee Whiskey casks are usually used for maturation. In addition to that, Whisky is often matured or finished in various wine casks such as Sherry or Port.
The word Cardhu comes from the Gaelic "Carn Dubh," which means "black rock."
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