Wemyss Spice King 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky

Detailed DescriptionWemyss Spice King 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is a blend of 16 different malt whiskies, each aged for a minimum of 12 years. While the exact recipe of the whisky remains a closely-guarded secret, approximately one-third of the blend is derived from whiskies produced at distilleries situated in the Highlands region of Scotland, which have matured in a variety of different casks. Spice King 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky earned the title “Best Blended Malt Scotch”from Whisky Magazine in 2013. In addition, it earned the Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2013 and the Silver Medal at the International Wine & Spirits Competition in 2011.Wemyss Spice King 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky Tasting NotesNose: Sweet aroma, with hints of vanilla and honey that are complemented by notes of oak and toffee.Palate: Initial flavor is slightly sweet, but fades to bold notes of spices, including cinnamon apple, white pepper and baking spices with a touch of smoke and salt.Finish: Medium-long finish ends with a sweet hint of vanilla.Distillery InformationFounded in 2005, Wemyss (pronounced ‘Weems’) has an interesting claim to their place in whisky history. Back in 1824 when John Haig built Cameron Bridge it was on the Wemyss family land that he did so. As the Haig family were perhaps responsible for the earliest Scotch whisky distillation way back in the 17th century, it is a particularly good tale to be a part of!