{"product_id":"auchentoshan-21-year-old-whisky","title":"Auchentoshan 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch 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 a Lowland distillery located in Dalmuir, near Glasgow, Scotland. Founded in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1823\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, it is known for its distinctive \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etriple distillation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e process, which yields a lighter, more delicate spirit compared to many Scotch whiskies.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Over the years, Auchentoshan became part of Morrison Bowmore, and eventually owned by Suntory, integrating Scottish tradition with global whisky expertise.\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\"\u003eWhile there is no single publicly named “master distiller” for the 21 Year Old expression, Auchentoshan’s production and blending team emphasize smoothness, elegance, and balance. Their philosophy is that triple distillation and careful cask selection should allow age and oak character to develop without overwhelming the spirit’s delicate profile.\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\"\u003eThe whisky is made from 100 % malted barley, lightly peated—or essentially unpeated—consistent with Auchentoshan’s style. The water source is drawn from local springs, supplemented via Auchentoshan’s water infrastructure in the Lowlands. Yeast strains are internal to the distillery; details are not publicly disclosed in my sources.\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 is unusual among Scotch distilleries in employing \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003etriple distillation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e—meaning the wash is distilled twice and then a further “intermediate” distillation before final spirit distillation. This extra distillation step is intended to remove heavier congeners and produce a cleaner, lighter spirit.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The final cut is then reduced and matured.\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 21 Year Old is matured for at least 21 years in a mixture of \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmerican bourbon oak casks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpanish sherry casks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (Oloroso).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The dual cask regimen contributes both fruit, oak spice, and richness from sherry influence, as well as the freshness and structure from bourbon casks.\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=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Gooseberry,vanilla, oak, freshly cut barley.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Light chocolate, green fruit, honey, old oak, soft malt, a subtle interplay of sweet and dry notes.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Long and lingering, with oak, honey, and gentle floral\/fruit notes.\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\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe with fruit tarts (especially apple or pear), soft cheeses (like Brie), light chocolate desserts, or smoked salmon. The delicate and fruity character of the 21 Year Old complements these without overpowering them.\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 few drops of water to open the flavors. Use a \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlencairn\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e or tulip whisky glass to focus the aromatics. Let it rest in the glass for a few minutes before tasting. Ideal serving temperature: 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, the whisky is stable. Store upright in a cool, dark place. As it is a matured 21-year expression, further improvement in bottle is minimal—best enjoyed in the years following bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrain Type \u0026amp; Mash Bill\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSingle malt (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 % (86 proof)\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":47922277023958,"sku":null,"price":3250.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/Auchentoshan21YearOldWhisky.png?v=1773668142","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/auchentoshan-21-year-old-whisky","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}