Highland whiskey distillery Tomatin has announced that it will be expanding its global travel retail range by introducing a new exclusive 16-Year-Old single malt Scotch Whiskey. The 700ml bottling contains a 46% ABV and was aged in Portuguese Moscatel wine barriques.
The new expression delivers a rich flavor profile consisting of sun-dried fruits, orange marmalade, dark chocolate, and fresh ginger while boasting a long and waxy finish. The whiskey will join Tomatin's other travel retail offerings which include eight-year-old, 12-year-old, 21-year-old, and 40-year-old bottlings.
“We are constantly striving to push the boundaries within our portfolio and our global travel retail range is no exception. The distinctive cask maturation of this 16-Year-Old expression is an impressive and welcome addition to the range," said Tomatin Sales Director Graham Nicolson
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What's Driving This Trend
- Wine Barrel-aged Whiskeys
- The trend of aging whiskey in wine barrels provides opportunities for distilleries to create unique flavor profiles and differentiate themselves from competitors.
- Global Travel Retail
- The growth of global travel retail presents an opportunity for whiskey distilleries to expand their offerings and reach a wider audience of travelers.
- Aged Premium Spirits
- The trend towards aged premium spirits, such as 16-year-old scotch whiskey, provides opportunities for distilleries to cater to consumers who value high-quality and unique taste experiences.
Who This Affects Most
- Distilleries
- Distilleries can leverage the trend of aging whiskey in wine barrels to create unique and differentiated offerings that appeal to consumers.
- Travel Retail
- The growth of global travel retail presents opportunities for whiskey distilleries to expand their offerings and reach a wider audience of travelers.
- Premium Spirits
- Distilleries can capitalize on the trend towards aged premium spirits, such as 16-year-old scotch whiskey, to cater to consumers who are willing to pay for high-quality and unique taste experiences.
