Auchentoshan means ‘corner of the field’ in Gaelic and is on the outskirts of Glasgow in Clydebank. Established in 1823, it changed hands a number of times until Suntory bought the distillery in 1994. Known for using sherry and wine casks to impart a sweeter taste, the triple distillation removes fusel oils and impurities from the spirit. The unpeated malt reflects the traditional Lowland character; the area was rich in coal mining and peat does not cover the area as it does in the western highlands or islands.
Soft, light in feel. Predominantly vanilla and coconut, with some toasted oak and underlying spice.
