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Knockando 12YO SM

Name: Knockando 12YO SM 700ml
SKU: 111972
Price: 84.99 NZD
Availability: OutOfStock

Whisky · Scotland · 700ml · 40%

$84.99each

What it tastes like

Honey · malt · soft spice

Knockando 12 Year Old is a smooth Speyside single malt Scotch whisky known for elegance and subtle complexity. Honey, orchard fruit and light oak notes finish soft and refined.

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Additional information

Whisky
Style: Scotland
Origin: 700ml
Size: 40% ABV
Alcohol: 2.2 per bottle
Standard drinks

The story of Knockando 12YO SM

Knockando distillery stands in Moray, in the Strathspey part of Speyside. It was built in 1898, designed by the architect Charles Doig, and its founder bought the sole water rights to the Cardnach spring, which runs through rock and peat on its way to the River Spey. The market collapsed soon after and the distillery closed in 1900, then W & A Gilbey, better known as a gin distiller, bought it in the early 1900s and restarted production. Diageo owns it now, and it runs four stills, two of them added in 1969.

The 12 year old is a light, delicate Speyside. The aroma is fruity and floral, with flowering currant and a hint of blackcurrant, then a touch of cereal and damp linen. The palate is light and gently sweet with a slight drying effect, and the finish is short, clean and easy.

That makes it a good whisky to start an evening with. Serve it in a traditional whisky glass with a splash of water, or add one or two ice cubes if you want it even softer. It sits well beside shortbread, a mild cheese or a plate of cured ham.