{"product_id":"cu-bocan-creation-9-virgin-american-oak-manzanilla-sherry-cask","title":"Cu Bocan Creation #9 Virgin American Oak \u0026 Manzanilla Sherry Cask","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith twelve active stills and an output of around 5 million litres\/year Tomatin is one of the largest distilleries in the Highlands. Yet at one point in the 1970s it was the largest distillery in Scotland: founded in 1897, the real expansion at Tomatin took place between 1956 and 1974, during which period the number of stills increased from 2 to 23.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese 23 stills gave the distillery a capacity of 12 million litres - meaning it was (in production terms at least) larger even than Roseisle, Diageo's new mega-distillery. However, 11 of Tomatin's stills were dismantled in the 1980s during the whisky crisis which forced the distillery into bankruptcy and liquidation. Enter the Japanese to save the day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese days, much of Tomatin's output is sold to other companies for blending, but there is also a range of well-priced single malts, including a 12 yo, 18yo, 25yo and occasional vintage bottlings. Independent releases are occasionally spotted as well. Michael Jackson describes the house style as 'Malty, spicy, rich. Restorative or after dinner'.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of the spirit spent over 17 years maturing in American Virgin Oak, a rare approach in Scotch whisky. This lengthy maturation develops layers of vanilla, honey, caramel and warming spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA portion of the whisky was then shaped by Manzanilla sherry casks, bringing notes of salted caramel, toasted almonds and a subtle coastal freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, these casks create the signature character of Creation #9: sweet and salty popcorn, crisp orchard fruit and warming cinnamon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose: \u003c\/span\u003eVanilla, honey and caramel sweetness lead the way, balanced by notes of salted popcorn and toasted almonds. Warming cinnamon and nutmeg add depth, while a subtle coastal freshness lingers in the background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate: Sweet at first, with layers of caramelised orchard fruit, baked apple and ripe pear. Bright citrus and toasted oak bring structure, while gentle spice and a savoury edge reminiscent of salted popcorn create intrigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: Long and warming, with lingering sweet oak, cinnamon spice and toasted nuts. A delicate maritime salinity remains on the palate, leaving behind the unmistakable sweet-and-salty character that defines Creation #9\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tomatin Distillery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55733823832440,"sku":"WHISK230147","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/6048\/2912\/files\/cu-bocan-creation-9-virgin-american-oak-manzanilla-sherry-cask-6541600.jpg?v=1794528309","url":"https:\/\/latitudewine.co.uk\/products\/cu-bocan-creation-9-virgin-american-oak-manzanilla-sherry-cask","provider":"Latitude Wine \u0026 Liquor Merchant ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}