Tamdhu: The scotch whisky taking on Macallan
To talk of Tamdhu is to talk sherry, and for those who love the rich, raisin-like flavours of sherried whisky, Tamdhu is the ‘Real McCoy’. But it swims in a sea of single malts that have somewhat diluted the sherry category, reports Tom Bruce-Gardyne. In 1975, the country’s top-selling wine was Harvey’s Bristol Cream, according [...]
In the world of Scotch whisky, the name Tamdhu is often associated with sherry, a category that has become somewhat diluted among single malts. Tom Bruce-Gardyn notes that sherry sales in the UK peaked in the early 80s and have since become a niche market. However, Tamdhu stands out as the only 100% sherry-matured single malt in the industry.
This unique characteristic makes Tamdhu special, as the distillery has embraced its roots and returned to sherry maturation. Invented in the late Victorian era, Tamdhu originally supplied its well-regarded malt for blends but has recently returned to producing single malts matured in sherry casks. Compared to the more expensive Macallan, Tamdhu offers a more accessible price point and a distinct sherry character that sets it apart in the market.
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