Nov 10, 2020 · Let’s kick things off with Cardhu, which was a 14 year old in 2019 and which is bottled at 11 years old in 2020, drawn from an unusual mix of refill, ex-bourbon, and new American oak casks. This Cardhu bottling is — in keeping with its classic profile — a richly honeyed spirit that’s layered with spice notes.

Cardhu 11 Year Old is one of Diageo's Special Release bottles from 2020. Very well done with the marketing and the package, but the whisky?

Clean, elegant and perfectly poised, this Cardhu was made in small batches and matured in refill casks, as well as new and ex-bourbon American oak, drawing out tones of floral sweetness and spicy intensity in a playful exchange between wood and whisky.

Dec 28, 2020 · We review Rare by Nature 2020 Special Release Cardhu 11 Year Scotch Whisky, matured in refill, new, and ex-bourbon fresh-charred American oak hogsheads. Courtney Kristjana is a leading US whiskey taster and aspiring Master of Scotch. 56% ABV.

Oct 26, 2020 · Cardhu 11 Years (56%, OB, Special Releases 2020) Nose: Vibrant and with plenty fresh fruits, mainly of the citrus family, as well as a touch of floral sweetness. There’s a good amount of crème brûlée and vanilla, but some quince …

The Cardhu 11 Year Old - Special Release 2020 is a single malt Scotch whisky from the Cardhu distillery. This expression is part of Diageo's annual Special Releases series. It has been matured for 11 years in a combination of refill casks, new American oak hogsheads, and ex-bourbon American oak casks, resulting in a complex profile.

We imagine the new oak element will add a fair bit of spicyness to Cardhu's elegant, gentle spirit. Bottled at cask strength of 56%. Official Tasting Notes Nose – Mellow in feel, with light prickle.

This Cardhu bottling has been aged in a combination of former Bourbon American oak casks, refill casks and new oak barrels for 11 years, with the new oak really adding a different dimension to this whisky.