Strathcolm Single Grain Scotch Whisky Press Release – October 2015 – Scotch Whisky News
Strathcolm Single Grain Scotch Whisky Press Release – October 2015
Angus Dundee Distillers is delighted to announce the launch of the Strathcolm Single Grain Scotch Whisky product range consisting of the following three versions: an un-aged, and an 8 and 12 years old.
This single grain whisky range has been distilled in Scotland in classic column stills and has been made using the finest wheat and malted barley.
Marketing Director, Duncan Baldwin commented: “For years Grain Scotch Whisky was thought of, only, in terms of – a core ingredient of blended Scotch whiskies. The grain whiskies that we have selected for the Strathcolm range prove that there are real and admirable qualities in single grain whisky. The flavours and aromas are mild, soft, floral and light. The result is a range of whiskies with great appeal to suit a wide range of palates”.
Tasting Notes:
Un-aged
Colour: Harvest gold
Nose: Toffee sweetness with orange blossom floral notes and a rich vein of vanilla
Palate: Attractively sweet and floral alongside nutty and fruity flavours
Finish: Endearingly smooth and creamy drawing out to a light vanilla close
8 yo
Colour: Warm gold
Nose: Floral and dry with herbal notes
Palate: A mixture of set honey and garden flowers with a dry-ish, dusty wheat layer
Finish: A light and dry finalé
12 yo
Colour: Amber
Nose: Mature oak and floral tones intermingle and hints of cut geraniums emerge
Palate: Rounded and light with harmonious flavours of vanilla and orange
Finish: Light, soft and enduring
The Strathcolm range has been packaged in cases of 6 x 70cl bottles in cylindrical cartons at 40% vol. The design is contemporary and stylish.
The product is immediately available and will be sold in key markets of Europe and Asia and as well as the USA. Consumer prices are likely to be in the region of:
Un-aged: £22.50 / €32
8 years old: £26.99/ €38
12 years old: £31.99/ €45
Contact: Duncan Baldwin
Angus Dundee Distillers
20-21 Cato Street
London W1H 5JQ
Tel: 0207 569 2000
