Highland region – Master of Malt Exclusive Single Cask Tomatin 19yr – 40%ABV – £60
About 3 weeks ago I posted a review of the Master of Malt Tomatin 19yr Single Cask, Cask Strength whisky. In that post I told you about a new program I have with the good folks at Master of Malt whereas you can get free whisky samples just by ordering whisky from MoM and using “JSMWS sample” in the delivery instructions in their online shopping cart.
I’ve provided a link after the review for more details on that program.
Truth be told, I am new to Tomatin. The only expressions I’ve ever had are the Master of Malt ones but if these are any indication as to the quality of their whiskies well, they have a new devotee.
On the nose – Same familiar nose as their Cask Strength version I reviewed a few weeks back. It’s actually giving me some sting that I was not expecting. Not with 40% ABV.
Lemons, drying cement, white wine (think Gewürztraminer), refreshing nose, fresh Scotch Tape strips (wow, where the F*** did that come from?? It’s there though).
Sweet & malty, an absolute tease of smoke and a good amount of oak.
On the mouth – Oily entry with a clean flow of honey and malt a touch of cardboard and candied lemon rinds (immensely and increasingly sweet).
Finish – Drying and long with the lemons demanding their presence be know.
In sum – Another triumph for Master of Malt. A seriously enjoyable malt for those who wish to discover as well as for those just wishing to relax and enjoy the rest of their day (as well as be rewarded for satisfying workday).
If I had a full bottle of this (or two), it would be my go-to summer dram. This or the Scapa 16yr.