Nc’nean Hot Toddy Set
Description
We at Whiskytopia Towers love this product as its a perfect winter treat. When your partner tells you to get down to the shops for something for that cold and cough you have and you return with this gift set, there can be no complaints, genius!!! The Nc’nean Hot Toddy Set is a gift set that includes a bottle of organic single malt Scotch whisky, a hiking flask, and a pot of blossom Scottish honey. It is designed for the outdoor adventurer who wants to enjoy a hot and sweet drink in the cold weather. The set is produced by Nc’nean Distillery, a forward-thinking and sustainable whisky maker in the Scottish Highlands.
Pronunciation
Nc'nean - - "Nc-ne-an".
If you have read previous WT reviews, you should be looking at where this whisky is from. The highlands of Scotland, so we should looking for certain flavours that are famous for this region. The Nc’nean single malt whisky is made from organic Scottish barley, which gives it a rich and malty flavour. It is smooth and elegant, with notes of citrus, peach, apricot, and spice. The whisky is matured in a combination of ex-bourbon, STR (shaved, toasted, and re-charred) red wine, and virgin oak casks, which add complexity and depth to the whisky. The blossom honey from the Scottish Bee Company adds a floral and sweet touch to the whisky, making it a perfect base for a hot toddy.
Primary Flavours
Citrus and malty almondyness
Stone fruit (peach and apricot)
Spiced rye (caraway-type notes)
Secondary Notes
Nectarines
Peaches
Yellow apple
Honey
Lightly floral oak
Lemon curd
Poached peaches
Juicy apricots
Spicy white pepper
Candied marshmallow
Mouthfeel
Subtle at first
Pert stoniness meeting a slightly tannic woody note
Mostly malt in the middle of the mouth, with perhaps the faintest accent of mint leaf.
Flavours to look out for
Distillery
Nc’nean Distillery is a young and innovative whisky maker that was founded in 2013. The name Nc’nean comes from Neachneohain, a Celtic goddess of nature and protector of the land. The distillery is located on the Morvern peninsula, a remote and wild area in the west coast of Scotland. The distillery is committed to producing organic and sustainable whisky, using renewable energy, local ingredients, and natural processes. The distillery also supports social and environmental causes, such as planting trees, donating to charities, and promoting diversity and inclusion in the whisky industry.
Region
The whisky region of the Highlands is the largest and most diverse in Scotland, covering the north and west of the country. The region is known for its varied landscape, from the rugged mountains and glens to the coastal islands and lochs. The region also produces a wide range of whisky styles, from the light and floral to the rich and peaty. The Nc’nean Distillery is part of the West Highland sub-region, which is influenced by the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf Stream. The whisky from this sub-region tends to have a maritime character, with hints of salt, smoke, and seaweed.