The Tomintoul Distillery is Scotland’s largest distillery, delivering more than 3 million liters of high-quality single malt whiskey to the local and international markets annually. To date, 116 barrels of different varieties and strength levels (from 40 to 46%) are successfully located in the company’s cellar. Experts consider Tomintoul to be the most balanced and remarkably soft Scotch.
Particular softness is achieved as a result of the manufacturer’s refusal from cold filtration. The unique aroma and taste are provided by high-quality raw materials and long-term aging in oak barrels. Depending on the storage conditions and production technology, the taste of scotch tape is filled with notes of exotic fruits, raisins, barley, and wood. The aroma is rich in vanilla, honey, oak, spices. The common color of the drink is golden amber.
Historical reference. The work on the production of real Scotch whiskey by the Tomintoul team has been carried out for a relatively short time – since 1965. The secret of success is in the successful location of the enterprise – near the spring with the purest water “Ballentruan”. It was this water that from the first days became one of the main components of the new whiskey. You can find the distillery in the village of Tomintoul, located on the Glenlivet estate near the Carygorm National Park. This mountainous part of Scotland with amazingly beautiful nature and clean air is located on a plateau 268 meters high.
In 1974, Whyte & Mackay became the owner of the distillery, which decided to install additional distillation equipment and thereby increase production volumes. After 16 years, the distillery became the property of the American company American Brand Inc., and since 2000 the owner has changed again – now the London company Angus Dundee Distillers is at the helm, significantly expanding the range of the drink: varieties with a smoky peat bouquet have appeared.
Production owes a lot to Robert Fleming, who has been with the company since 1974. Due to the fact that this master was a hereditary winemaker, it was not difficult for him to establish an effective process for creating Scotch whiskey, which was appreciated in many countries. Today, the Tomintoul team uses 8 large stainless steel fermenters and a large number of copper stills.
Tomintoul products got into the Guinness Book of Records by releasing the largest bottle of whiskey with a volume of 105 liters, which is not for sale and is the symbol of the company.
Types of whiskey Tomintoul
- Tomintoul With a Peaty Tang is a golden amber single malt Scotch whiskey with a 40% ABV. It is made from peated barley malt. The aroma contains smoky and peaty shades, complemented by floral notes. The taste is quite powerful and rich, reminiscent of pine oil and spices. The aftertaste is lingering, sweetish. It is recommended to use scotch tape with a slight addition of water at room temperature or a few ice cubes. In 2008 and 2009, the drink was awarded gold and silver at the International Wine and Spirits Competition and International Spirituosen Wettbewerb.
- Tomintoul 10 Years Old is a golden-colored drink with a strength of 40% and an aging period of 10 years. The aroma is quite complex – in addition to citrus fruits, there are nuances of raisins and caramel. The taste is pure creamy with hints of oak. The aftertaste is spicy and sweet. In 2006-2007 successfully performed at international competitions in China and the UK: China International Wine & Spirits Challenge and International Wine & Spirit Competition.
- Tomintoul 12 Years Old is a unique variety of single malt Scotch whiskey of amber-gold color, 40% ABV and 12 years of aging. As the main container, the manufacturer chose oak barrels, both new and from sherry. In sherry casks, whiskey is aged only for the last 18 months, which significantly improves the taste and aroma characteristics. It is desirable to use chilled, it is possible to add ice cubes. Taking a glass with this scotch in your hand, you immediately feel the aroma of smoke, dried fruits and lemon zest, the taste is sweet, creamy, blackcurrant is felt in the aftertaste.
- Tomintoul 14 Years Old is a single malt whiskey that is unfiltered and aged in wooden barrels for at least 14 years. The fortress is 46%. The scotch of this series can be recognized by its pale golden color, subtle aroma with hints of custard, cream and apple jam, the taste is sweet, reeking of vanilla and oak notes. The finish is dry and long. It is recommended to drink with ice or a small amount of water at room temperature. In 2009 and 2012, the drink took second place in The International Wine & Spirits Competition.
- Tomintoul 16 Years Old is a 40% abv amber single malt scotch aged in bourbon oak barrels for 16 years and cold filtered. The aroma is soft with notes of candied fruits and hazelnuts, the taste is nutty with a spicy tint, the aftertaste is long, with elements of spices and cream. It is recommended to use in its pure form after meals. Since 2003, the drink has regularly received gold and silver medals at competitions such as Prodexpo Competition, International Wine & Spirits Competition, International Spirits Challenge, San Francisco World Spirit Competition.
- Tomintoul 21 Years Old is a whiskey with a classic strength index (40), bourbon oak barrels are used as containers. In 2011, at the international competition International Wine & Spirit Competition (London), whiskey received a gold medal. The judges appreciated the golden color, delicate aroma with hints of cream and toffee, soft and smooth taste. Experts advise drinking this scotch chilled.
- Tomintoul 36 Years Old was distilled in 1976 and aged in oak barrels for over 36 years. Whiskey is not filtered, has a rich golden color. The aroma has notes of raisins and fruits, the taste is soft, with hints of oak, barley and exotic fruits. Robert Fleming, owner of the Tomintoul distillery, compared this scotch to a pearl among the many varieties of Scotch whiskey.
