Region: Speyside

Location: Knockando, Aberlour, Banffshire

Status: Operational (owned by Diageo)

General whisky characteristics: Smooth and creamy

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Cardhu, 12y 'Highland Malt', 75cl, 43% ABV

bottling from the late 1970's

Typical cost of this bottle; originally €€€€€

Glass: Spiegelau

Colour: Light gold

Nose: Hints of malt amongst some rather creamy and aromatic toffee.

Palate: Creamy smooth and slightly dry as malty (weak) marzipan spreads across the palate.

Finish: Short to medium, slightly dry but offering no real presence of flavour.

Overall Impression: A very easy-drinking whisky, pleasant and creamy, but not remarkable.