Mannochmore - 10 Year Old
Mannochmore - 10 Year Old

Mannochmore - 10 Year Old

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Sku: SKU 005

Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 10 Years Aged

Spirit strength: 46.7%
Cask strength: Yes
Single Cask: Yes / #2403
Distilled: 23/02/2013
Bottle size: 700ml
Distillery: Mannochmore
Total bottles: 391
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Mannochmore stands as a testament to the ambition and optimism that characterised the whisky boom of the late 20th century. Established in 1971 by DCL to meet surging international demand for blended Scotch, it shares both geography and heritage with neighbouring Glenlossie. Both distilleries have long played an important role in shaping iconic blends such as Haig and Dimple.

For much of its life, Mannochmore remained a quiet workhorse of the industry—until 1996, when it gained sudden notoriety with the release of Loch Dhu, a single malt that challenged convention with its near-black colour. While the full story behind Loch Dhu remains something of a mystery, the dramatic use of spirit caramel is widely believed to be responsible for its inky appearance.

Though initially divisive, Loch Dhu has since earned cult status, becoming a prized bottle among collectors.

In 2013, Mannochmore saw a significant production expansion, increasing capacity to 4.5 million litres per annum. Upgrades included a new mash tun, additional washbacks, and the installation of two new stills, bringing the total to eight.

Today, Mannochmore continues to quietly produce a robust, characterful spirit that plays a vital role in some of Scotland’s most well-known blended whiskies, while its occasional single malt releases intrigue connoisseurs and collectors alike.

Colour: White wine with a hint of yellow, thus a Sauternes or Cote du Tarn.

Nose: Archetypal Speyside hit of toasted grains with a background note of treacle toffee.

Palate: This sprightly 10-year-old offering of a malt, that in another iteration appears in Diageo's Flora and Fauna range, is a mouth-filling mélange of more toffee, augmented by wildflowers and soft fruits, all set against a cushion of vanilla marshmallow. Bottled at an ABV of 46.7% which allows the subtle flavours to emerge.

Finish: A long, smokey finish that goes out with a blast of dried fruit and almonds.

Overall comment: A remarkable, little-known dram that combines youthful zest with the seriousness of a more mature whisky. From a distillery near Elgin that only started distilling single malt in 1992, Mannochmore will surprise and delight those encountering it for the first time. The lighter, flowery elements make a suitable pre-dinner dram.

By Gordon Coxhill, Whisky Enthusiast & Journalist

Glenlossie Rd,
Thomshill, Elgin,
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