Cardhu Gold Reserve Single Malt Whisky 70cl
Building on their classic 12 year whisky, Cardhu's Gold Reserve is fruitier and warmer with delicious orange notes
Description
Cardhu Gold Reserve Single Malt Whisky
The Cardhu distillery was founded in 1824 by an ex-whisky smuggler John Cumming and his wife Helen. The original distillery was located high on Mannoch hill above the river spey due to the peat softening the water.
In 1885 a new distillery was built, which allowed for an increase in production. (Interestingly, the old stills were sold to William Grant, who setup the Glenfiddich distillery). This increase tripled the output of the distillery, and Johnnie Walker & Sons bought much of it to use in their increasingly popular blend. In 1893 the Cummings family sold the distillery to Johnnie Walker & Sons.
Whilst their Gold Reserve keeps its smooth and sweet nature (which it's Classic 12 year old is renowned for), their Gold Reserve is fruitier and warmer on the palate.
An initial sweetness is cut through with fruity, crisp orange zest, followed by a subtle dryness. It's smooth taste brings forth a delicios mix of further sweet fruits, dark chocolate, toffee and a touch of spice.
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Perfect Serve
Enjoy as you like, however we prefer this one served in a large balloon glass neat or with a little water. (The water helps the whisky offer up some new, fruity flavours when served with ice).
It's sweetness also makes this a perfect aperitif.
