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Scotch · Lowland, Scotland

Auchentoshan 12

Triple-distilled Lowland. Light, grassy, gentle.

ABV40%
Age12 Year
Price$50–65
Rating4 ★

Distillery

Auchentoshan Distillery

Tasting notes

Nose
Grassy, vanilla, toffee, almond
Palate
Light with grass, vanilla, toffee, and gentle oak
Finish
Short, clean, soft

Flavor profile

grassyvanillatoffeealmondoak

How to drink it

  • neat
  • rocks
  • highball

Food pairings

  • fresh fruit
  • light seafood
  • soft cheese
  • vanilla ice cream

Price tier

Special-occasion shelf. $50–100. Reach for celebrations.

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