Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Single Malt vs Kilchoman Sanaig Single Malt Whisky
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £59.99 | £59.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Glenfarclas | Kilchoman |
| Type | Single Malt Whisky | Single Malt Whisky |
| Size | 700ml | 700ml |
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Glenfarclas 12 Year Old Single Malt
Glenfarclas 12 Year Old is a beautifully balanced Highland single malt that builds on the distillery’s signature sherry‑cask style with extra depth, richness and maturity. It remains true to the family‑owned character of Glenfarclas, offering a whisky that is both approachable and refined, with a classic profile that appeals to seasoned drinkers and newcomers alike. The nose shows warm honey, dried fruit and gentle oak, lifted by hints of citrus and vanilla. On the palate it is fuller and richer than the 10 year old, with flavours of toffee, sultana, malt sweetness and a touch of spice from the sherry wood. A subtle nuttiness and soft oak round out the mid‑palate. The finish is long, smooth and warming, leaving lingering notes of fruitcake, caramel and gentle spice that showcase the elegance of extended ageing.
Kilchoman Sanaig Single Malt Whisky
Kilchoman Sanaig is a richly layered Islay single malt whisky, distinguished by its high proportion of Oloroso sherry cask influence, which imparts depth, sweetness and complexity to the distillery’s signature coastal peat style. Named after a rugged inlet on Islay’s Atlantic coast, Sanaig reflects Kilchoman’s commitment to traditional whisky-making and local provenance. It is crafted from a vatting of approximately 70% Oloroso sherry casks and 30% bourbon barrels, resulting in a profile that is distinctly richer and more decadent than its sibling expression, Machir Bay. On the nose, Sanaig opens with fragrant heather, raisins, pear and orange peel, followed by waves of stone fruits, mixed spices and rich peat smoke. The palate reveals overripe plums, red cherries and hints of citrus, which give way to barbecue peat smoke, toffee, oak and dark chocolate. A mouth-coating texture delivers mixed fruit, caramel, cinnamon and clove, layered with brown sugar, warming spices and lasting sweetness. Kilchoman’s farm-to-bottle ethos ensures full traceability, with barley grown and malted on-site. Sanaig’s longer fermentation time and small-batch distillation contribute to its refined character, making it a compelling choice for those seeking a balance of sherry richness and Islay smoke. It stands as a core range release that bridges the gap between the lighter Machir Bay and the more intense Loch Gorm, offering a versatile and rewarding dram for both newcomers and seasoned whisky enthusiasts.
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