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Deanston 2006 12 Years Single Malt Whisky

Deanston 12-year-old

Deanston

Highlands · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
12 years
ABV
55.6%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Deanston
Distillation Year
2006
Bottling Year
2019
Cask Types
Madeira Cask Finish

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Lowest Price:€105.64(2024-08-27)

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Qin Si Tu Distillery stands as one of the last guardians of traditional Scotch whisky craftsmanship. While the industry widely adopted modern semi-filtration or full-filtration mash tuns after Tomatin introduced the first in 1974, Qin Si Tu remains among only 14 Scottish distilleries steadfastly committed to traditional open-top mash tuns. These heritage vessels, originally cast iron and now thoughtfully upgraded to stainless steel since May 2019, produce a richer, more characterful wort that defines the distillery's signature profile. The production facility features a 10.5-ton traditional open-top stainless steel mash tun and eight stainless steel fermentation tanks operating on an extended 85-hour fermentation cycle. Running seven days a week, the distillery produces 13 mash batches weekly, yielding 2.4 million liters of new make spirit annually. Since 2000, Qin Si Tu has pioneered organic whisky production, though current output has been refined to just 10,000 liters per year to prioritize market demand for their traditional single malt character. The distillery's commitment to authenticity extends to their visitor experience—the center, opened in 2012, has become one of Scotland's most celebrated whisky tourism destinations. The core range includes 12-year and 18-year expressions, a distinctive Virgin Oak finish (initially matured in bourbon barrels, then finished 1-3 months in virgin oak), and a 15-year Organic vintage. Limited editions from July 2019 showcase exceptional cask exploration: Palo Cortado cask 1997, Oloroso Sherry cask Organic 2002, Cream Sherry cask 2006, Fino Sherry cask 2006, and a US-exclusive Beer cask 2012. For global travelers, the exclusive 10-year Port Wine cask expression remains available only through travel retail channels.
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Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Whiskyspace Notes 2350

Whiskyspace Notes 2350

Jul 6, 2026, 12:25:44

今儿开了瓶新的小尝一口🥃 第一鼻子先是飘着very old riesling的老陈香,混着点晒干的straw草味,还有刚烤好的wholegrain bread和bakery里带walnuts的糕点味儿,喝的时候能尝到点apple vinegar的清爽酸,还有liquorice的甜、pepper liqueur的微辣,尾韵长得很,带着mead、fortified mead的蜂蜜香,还有chouchen和walnut wine的余味,配着口sourdough啃了两口,整个人good mood直接拉满,太适合窝在沙发里慢慢喝了😌

Whiskyspace Notes 2285

Whiskyspace Notes 2285

Jul 4, 2026, 18:12:46

Just had a dram that reminded me of honey drizzled over warm sourdough, with a hint of figs and a touch of orange cordial, kinda like a bakery treat. 😋 The pepper liqueur and a dash of mustard gave it a lively kick, while a whisper of walnut wine and liquorice lingered. Finished feeling right‑o, good mood, extremely good. 👍

Whiskyspace Notes 2241

Whiskyspace Notes 2241

Jul 3, 2026, 11:43:51

A dram that brings to mind a slice of wholegrain bread toasted with a dollop of honey and a sweet mustardy touch, followed by a whisper of orange cordial and a hint of walnut wine. There’s a long, warming finish that feels rather rich, with a splash of Madeira and a faint liquorice note, leaving me in a good mood. 🥃😊

Whiskyspace Notes 2094

Whiskyspace Notes 2094

Jun 27, 2026, 01:51:56

Blimey, this one’s a proper mouthful – long and rather rich, with a lovely dry structure that just lingers. First sip hits like a cider orchard, all tart apple vinegar and orange cordial dancing about, but then there’s this unexpected sweet mustardy touch that makes me think of wholegrain bread fresh from the bakery. Figs and walnuts pop in, almost like a fortified mead or walnut wine, while a whisper of pepper liqueur gives it a cheeky kick. The finish is smooth, almost like sipping on baker’s yeast and mead mixed with a dollop of honey – weirdly brilliant. Right-o, it’s left me in a proper good mood, cheers!

Whiskyspace Notes 2040

Whiskyspace Notes 2040

Jun 25, 2026, 21:33:51

Just had a pour of this and it really puts me in a good mood. The aroma is like walking into a bakery – there's this wonderful dry structure with sourdough and wholegrain bread, then a dollop of honey and some orange cordial comes through. On the palate, it's rather rich. You get that sweet mustardy touch mixing with a hint of pepper liqueur, kinda unexpected but works well. It reminds me of fortified mead, or maybe a very old riesling meets some walnut wine and a bit of chouchen. There's a lovely long finish with whispers of figs, liquorice, and a touch of apple vinegar that keeps it interesting. 🍯 Honestly, this stuff is just extremely good – like liquid comfort with a side of walnuts and straw. You know, that proper rustic, complex vibe. 😊

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