{"product_id":"auchentoshan-18-year-old-whisky","title":"Auchentoshan 18 Year Old Whisky","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAuchentoshan is situated in the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLowlands\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, in Dalmuir near Glasgow, Scotland. The distillery’s roots go back to 1823, and it has changed hands over time before becoming part of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMorrison Bowmore Distillers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, which is now under \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuntory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e ownership. It is distinguished among Scotch malt distilleries for its \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etriple distillation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e process, which gives it a lighter, more refined character.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaster Distiller and Production Philosophy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAuchentoshan’s production is guided by a blending and maturation team rather than one publicized master distiller. The philosophy centers on crafting delicate, floral, and refined single malts with precise cask selection. For the 18-year expression, the team emphasizes extended aging in casks that bring integrated complexity without losing the distillery’s elegant signature.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSource of Ingredients (Grain, Water, Yeast)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis whisky is made from \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% malted barley\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. The distillery draws water from local sources in the \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKilpatrick Hills\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, contributing to its clean, fresh character. The specific yeast strain is proprietary and not publicly disclosed.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillation Process\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAuchentoshan uses copper pot stills in a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etriple distillation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e setup (wash still → intermediate still → spirit still). This is relatively rare among Scotch whiskies and results in a smoother, lighter spirit with more refined character.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaturation \u0026amp; Cask Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe 18-year expression is matured in a combination of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003evintage ex-bourbon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eex-sherry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e casks (both Oloroso and possibly other sherry types). The extended aging allows the wood influence to deepen, giving richer nutty and dried fruit complexity, while preserving the refined core spirit.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Fresh tobacco leaf, caramelized sugar, green tea, toasted almonds, light citrus peel.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Floral freshness, barley sugar (sweet), tangerine zestiness, gentle oak spice, soft almond notes.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Lingering, balanced, with a dry oak edge, sustained citrus zest, and soft spiced wood.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePairs well with citrus desserts (lemon tart, orange-infused cakes), almond biscotti, light floral cheeses (like goat cheese), smoked salmon, or light shellfish with citrus butter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eServing Suggestions and Ideal Glassware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eneat\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or with a drop of water to uncover more aroma. Use a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlencairn glass\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or tulip-shaped whisky glass. Best enjoyed at about \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e18–20 °C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eOnce bottled, it should be stored upright in a cool, dark place. As an 18-year whisky, it is intended to be enjoyed now; additional evolution in the bottle is slow and subtle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrain Type \u0026amp; Mash Bill (if applicable)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis is a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003esingle malt Scotch whisky\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (100% malted barley).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e43% ABV\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jebsen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922277089494,"sku":null,"price":813.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/Auchentoshan18YearOldWhisky.png?v=1773668144","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/auchentoshan-18-year-old-whisky","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}