2000s Stronachie 12 Year Old 5cl

Let’s explore the Stronachie 12 Year Old Scotch Whisky from the early 2000s. 🥃

Stronachie has a fascinating history. The original Stronachie distillery, located near the town of Forgandenny, ceased operations in 1928. However, the firm A. D. Rattray decided to resurrect the name with a new offering in the early 2000s. Interestingly, this Stronachie 12 iteration hails from the Benrinnes distillery in the Speyside region, even though the original Stronachie was a Highland malt. The whisky-making process has evolved over the centuries, which explains this geographical shift. Now, let’s dive into the tasting notes:

Nose: Expect a lively mix of peat, vanilla, frosting, beeswax, sour apple cider, toasted oats, and heather honey. There’s even a hint of iodine.

Palate: The flavors continue with heather honey, mead, aged oak, apple, medicinal notes, and a touch of malt. You might detect a subtle vinegar quality.

Finish: The finish brings forth squash, a touch of peat, and a hint of apple vinegar.
Adding a few drops of water helps mellow out the antiseptic element. Some describe it as akin to visiting an orchard during the transition from late summer to early autumn. 


So, raise your glass to this echo of bygone times—a whisky that bridges history and flavor.