First Impressions
Auchentoshan 12 is the entry point into one of Scotland's most distinctive malt houses — the only distillery in the country to triple-distil every drop.
Distillery & Heritage
Sitting just outside Glasgow at the foot of the Kilpatrick Hills, Auchentoshan was founded in 1823 and has long been a Lowland standard-bearer. The triple distillation pushes the new make to around 81% ABV, yielding a famously clean, gentle distillate. The 12 is matured in a mix of ex-bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks.
Tasting Notes in Detail
The nose is delicate but generous: toasted almond and crème brûlée first, then a brush of green apple and orange peel. The palate is silky and unmistakably Lowland — light-bodied, lifted by citrus and honey, deepened by hazelnut and a touch of dark chocolate.
Verdict
An unfussy, easygoing Lowlander.
