Adelphi KNOCKDHU 18 YEARS 2007 - 2026

Tasting Notes
Aroma
Full and layered with dried apricot, raisins, and orange peel, but with plenty of air in between due to the refill influence. Behind this are apple, pear, and lemon oil, followed by walnut, almond, and a soft touch of beeswax. With time, tea leaves, leather, and polished oak emerge, with a fine spiciness reminiscent of ginger and nutmeg.
Taste
Powerful and oily with a beautiful balance between fruit and dry sherry structure. First honey, citrus zest, and ripe orchard fruit; then it shifts towards nutty depth with cocoa, roasted almond, and a light espresso-like bitterness. The 56.2% provides a solid backbone, with spicy oak, black pepper, and a subtle tannic grip that keeps everything tight.
Finish
Long and elegantly drying with persistent orange peel, nuts, and cocoa notes. Towards the end, more tea, spicy oak, and a warm, slightly bitter echo that invites the next sip. Knockdhu Distillery, located near the village of Knock in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, was founded in 1894 by John Morrison. The distillery is situated at the foot of Knock Hill, creating a picturesque and idyllic landscape. Knockdhu, better known by the brand name "anCnoc," has a long history of producing high-quality single malt whiskies. A unique feature of Knockdhu is the use of water from nearby Knock Hill, which contributes to the purity and character of their whiskies. Knockdhu whiskies are known for their light, fresh, and fruity flavor profiles, with notes of lemon, apple, honey, and a hint of vanilla. The distillery uses traditional copper stills and matures its whisky primarily in ex-bourbon and sherry casks, resulting in a balanced and complex flavor. Knockdhu is proud of its artisanal approach to whisky production, combining traditional methods with a modern vision. The combination of a beautiful location, traditional techniques, and high-quality production makes Knockdhu a respected name in the world of Scotch whisky.