Auchentoshan Three Wood - Whisky Review

Time for another dram!

A triple-distilled Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in ex-bourbon, Oloroso and PX casks.

A bit about

After my little visit to the Auchentoshan Distillery last year, I couldn't help but get a few samples to try at home, along with a bottle of the Sauvignon Cask Finish and the Auchentoshan 12.

Auchentoshan (pronounced 'Ock-un-tosh-un') is a Glasgow Distillery that has been in business since 1823, producing Lowland triple-distilled whisky.

The Auchentoshan Three Wood was matured in a combination of ex-bourbon American Oak Casks, ex-Oloroso Sherry Casks and ex-Pedro Ximénez Casks. It's triple distilled and has 43% ABV.

When it comes to awards, so far, it has won Gold in 2023 at the International Spirits Challenge and Gold in 2023 at the International Wine & Spirits Competition.

Time to try it!

Nose: Sugary-sweet with blackberries, blackcurrants, raisins and orange zest

Palate: Harsher than expected with the first sip, slightly oaky and nutty (almonds and hazelnuts), with some dark forest fruit

Finish: Long, with a pleasant fruitiness and some oak

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Pros and Cons

So far, from what I've tried from Auchentoshan, the Three Wood seems to be the most 'full-bodied'. The sweet and fruity layers are nicely balanced with the oak and nutty elements, making it a very pleasant dram to try.

I've only tried this one neat, but next time I have a sample or bottle around the house I will try an old-fashioned with it as I think it will work wonders.

It is priced on most UK websites at around £50.

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