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Tamdhu 1988 32 Years Single Malt Whisky

Tamdhu 1988 PrLi

Tamdhu

Speyside · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Brand
Tamdhu
Age
32 years
ABV
46.3%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Tamdhu
Distillation Year
1988
Bottling Year
2021
Cask Types
Sherry Hogshead

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Recent history

Lowest Price:€1,899.00(2025-03-25)

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Tamdhu Distillery, nestled in the heart of Speyside near the village of Knockando, has long relied on Scotland's railway network for its survival and growth. The Strathspey Railway, operational from 1863 to 1966, served as the distillery's lifeline—transporting essential raw materials like barley and coal via Dalbeallie Station (later renamed Knockando Station) and shipping mature whisky casks to markets worldwide. Today, the historic station building functions as an exclusive distillery shop, preserving this rich heritage. The production facility boasts an 11.8-ton semi-lauter mash tun, nine Oregon pine washbacks with a 59-hour fermentation period, and three pairs of copper pot stills. Tamdhu operates 20 warehouses—comprising traditional dunnage, racked, and pallet systems—with four additional pallet warehouses currently under construction. In 2019, the distillery achieved an annual production capacity of 3.1 million liters of pure alcohol, conducting 16 mashes weekly. A defining characteristic of Tamdhu is its exclusive maturation in premium Oloroso sherry casks crafted from both American and European oak, resulting in a distinctive, robust sherry-forward flavor profile. The core portfolio includes Tamdhu 10 Year Old (matured in first-fill and refill sherry casks), the annual Batch Strength series (currently on its fourth release), Tamdhu 12 Year Old (launched globally in August 2018), and a limited edition 15 Year Old. To commemorate its 120th anniversary in 2017, Tamdhu released an exceptional 50-year-old single malt matured in first-fill European oak sherry butts. The distillery also offers the Dalbeallie Dram series, with its second edition recently launched. In recognition of Distillery Manager Sandy McIntyre being honored as 'Manager of the Year 2019' by Whisky Magazine's Icons of Whisky Awards, Tamdhu introduced the Distillery Manager's Edition. Additionally, 2019 marked the debut of Tamdhu's travel retail exclusives: Ambar 14 Year Old and Gran Reserva First Edition, alongside the opening of an in-house cooperage for cask maintenance and quality control.
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Flavor Profile

Dried FruitDried Fruit
HoneyHoney
Dark ChocolateDark Chocolate
NutsNuts
PepperPepper
CaramelCaramel
OrangeOrange
RaisinsRaisins
SpicesSpices
Candied FruitCandied Fruit

Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Whiskyspace Notes 1486

Whiskyspace Notes 1486

Jun 5, 2026, 21:58:19

Blimey, this whisky's a proper treat. 😊 Starts with a rich, old-school sherry vibe – think chocolate and prunes, laced with cinnamon and a touch of tobacco. Hints of dried fruits like raisins and damsons, mixed with pastry sweetness and mulled wine spices. There's a slight burnt note, but it smooths out into a long finish with rum-like warmth. Some savory dried beef and a whiff of sulphur, balanced by muscovado sugar. The color's a lovely brown amber, and it brings to mind aged spirits like armagnac with that funky rancio. Ends on toffee and marmalade notes – a winter warmer for sure. 👍

Whiskyspace Notes 1481

Whiskyspace Notes 1481

Jun 5, 2026, 19:13:17

Right, this dram's a proper beauty. Colour's a deep brown amber, like old varnish. Nosing it, I get toffees and that superb old-school sherriness – reminds me of my dad's decanter. Hints of cinnamon powder and mulled wine spice mix make it feel festive. 🥃 Tastes like it's been macerated in cognac with old rancio wine notes. There's a bit of British-style rum sweetness, and proper old PX sherry character – just lush. French prunes and dried beef come through, savoury like, then raisins and marmalade hit, turning it into liquid fruitcake. 🍰 It's got the energy of Harry Kane in the box, honestly. Finish is long with tobacco and chocolate, roasted and burnt edges, but perfectly dry. Dried damsons and old armagnac sneak in – indeed, armagnac-style. Coffee and muscovado add depth, with pastries and prunes on the tail end. A splendid drop, that's for sure. 😊

Whiskyspace Notes 1386

Whiskyspace Notes 1386

Jun 3, 2026, 12:17:14

Bloody hell, this is a proper treat. First thing you notice is the colour - a deep, inviting brown amber. Smells like walking into an old pastry shop, all fruitcake and muscovado sugar. Takes me right back to those soaked raisins and French prunes you'd find in a Christmas pudding. There's this magnificent, rich sherriness that's not over the top, just perfectly balanced. A hint of dried beef and some lovely tobacco leaf comes through, like an old leather armchair. The finish is incredibly long, with mulled wine spices and coffee notes that just hang around. Reminds me of that millionaire shortbread my nan used to make, but with a grown-up, chocolatey edge. A splendid drop, no doubt about it. 🍂

Whiskyspace Notes 1308

Whiskyspace Notes 1308

Jun 1, 2026, 09:18:52

This one's got quite a nose on it – really reminds me of a proper old PX sherry cask, all rich coffee and dark chocolate. First sip is a splendid drop, roasty and deep, a bit like mulled wine spice mix with muscovado sugar. There's a whiff of something sulphury, but in a good way, like a struck match next to pastries. Makes me think of an old rancio wine and British-style rum, with that perfectly dry, burnt edge. Plenty of dried fruits and fine tobaccos come through later. 🍂 Really reminds me of a fine Andalusian Tamdhu and old armagnac. A rather special small outturn, this.

Whiskyspace Notes 1249

Whiskyspace Notes 1249

May 27, 2026, 08:46:39

啊,这酒一闻就知道是个老家伙。果脯、蛋糕、还有那种老式雪莉酒的甜美。😏 一上口,先是一阵温暖的甜,像咬了一口裹着肉桂粉的圣诞布丁,里面有葡萄干和法国梅子。接着是焦糖和太妃糖,底下藏着一点点烤咖啡和淡淡的烟熏。🥃 回味真长,感觉像在壁炉边喝一杯加了香料的热红酒,慢慢化开。那种晒干了的果脯感一直留在嘴里。质地有点厚,颜色是漂亮的深琥珀色。 嗯,是那种会让你不由自主放慢速度、好好品味的一杯。😊

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