Knockdhu 11 YO (Cadenhead Original Collection)

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Written By Thomas Øhrbom

Knockdhu 11 YO (Cadenhead Original Collection), 46 %

An independent bottling of Knockdhu released by Cadenhead. Matured in a combination of 30 % ex-bourbon casks and 70 % ex-Madeira casks.

The Knockdhu 11 YO (Cadenhead Original Collection) is available in Norway at NOK 895 (15160301).

Nose: Rich and deep aroma of orchard fruits - on a sunny afternoon in late Autumn. Playful notes of earthy spices and soft oakiness in the background. With time malt as well as freshly baked cinnamon rolls covered with a generous dollop of vanilla frosting.

Taste: Medium body and not at all as sweet as expected from what the nose revealed. Dry-ish and rather oaky - but with little to no astringency. The orchard fruits are still here though.

Finish: Medium to short finish. A rich maltiness makes an appearance. Remains fruity throughout. Hints of grapes, lime zest and ginger towards the very finish line.

Comment: Fair enough, I’d say.

Score 82/100

Sláinte!
-Thomas

Thomas Øhrbom
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