Knockando12YearOld(700mL)

<p>Light, crisp, fruit-forward, and tasty… a signature Speysider. </p><p>Knockando is a (very) small town in the Moray district along <em>the Spey River.</em> Two businesses have thrived in this little hamlet in modern times—the famous Old Wool Mill, and Whisky. <em>Lots of Whisky. The Knockando distillery</em> has been kicking out their signature single-malt <em>since 1898</em> when John Tytler Thompson built it.</p><p><em>Most Knockando Whisky</em> goes into various blends, including J&B, where it is a core component. But they stab off the best stuff for single-malt releases and special editions, including some quite old expressions. But this is <em>only about 10%</em> of total production, so make sure you get your share.</p><p>Knockando 12 Year Old is well known as a reliable, tasty, and affordable Single Malt. The current release is vintage 2004, though they have recently <em>stopped using the “vintage” statement</em> on their label. All Knockado Whiskies are what we like to call <em>a “classic Speyside,”</em> meaning that they are light with an herbal/floral aroma and fruit-forward on the palate. <em>Knockando 12 is no exception,</em> making this dram ideal for salty and savory food parings — think charcuterie or crostini — and as <em>a warm-weather apéritif.</em> And at 43% ABV, it’s got enough flavor to stand out without overwhelming the palate. </p>