Thompson Bros Highland Single Malt 2000 (21 Years Old) is a Scottish Highland single malt whisky produced by independent bottler Phil & Simon Thompson (Thompson Bros / Dornoch Distillery). It is bottled in 70cl (700ml) bottles with an ABV of 54.7%. This whisky is often referred to as "Secret Highland" among whisky enthusiasts (such as Whiskybase) because its specific distillery name is not publicly disclosed, but it is widely speculated to originate from the Clynelish distillery.
Wine Profile
- Origin/Region: Scottish Highlands (Distillery undisclosed, speculated to be Loch Lomond)
- Bottler: Thompson Bros (PST)
- Dilution Year: 2000
- Bottling Year: 2021
- Aging Time: 21 Years Old
- ABV: 54.7%
- Volume: 70cl / 700ml
- Cask Type: Blended from 2 refill hogsheads
- Bottle Quantity: Limited to only 589 bottles worldwide, a rare Cask Strength blend
- Craftsmanship: Non-chill filtered, no added caramel coloring
Tasting Note
- Nose: Old floorboards, faded orange peel, peanut brittle, marmalade, honey, stale raisins, cinnamon, tinned syrup, old varnish, carrot peelings, ginger, raspberry jam, and faint rose perfume.
- Palate: Cranberries, red liquorice, plums, brambles, chocolate Brazil nuts, fudge, caramel, and a subtle touch of smoke or earthy wood spice.
- Flavor: This whisky exhibits typical Highland waxy notes, ripe yellow fruit, honey, and subtle mineral, herbal, and spicy notes.
