Strathmill 12 year old Flora & Fauna
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Strathmill 12 year old Flora & Fauna
Strathmill 12 Flora and Fauna is a single malt Scotch whisky celebrated for its light-bodied character and refined flavor profile. Aged for 12 years in carefully selected ex-bourbon casks, this whisky develops a smooth, mellow, and approachable taste, making it a great choice for both novice and seasoned whisky enthusiasts. On the nose, it reveals a delightful bouquet of honey, vanilla, and fresh orchard fruits, while the palate showcases flavors of crisp apples, juicy pears, and a subtle hint of oak, creating a harmonious and well-rounded experience. The finish is clean, with lingering notes of fruit and gentle oak.
This expression is part of the Flora and Fauna series, a collection of single malts from Diageo highlighting distilleries that are often less prominent in the whisky world. Each whisky in the series features a distinctive label inspired by the local natural environment, with illustrations of flora and fauna unique to the area. The Strathmill 12's label depicts a red squirrel, a charming nod to Scotland's wildlife and the distillery's surroundings. The series and this bottling, in particular, provide a gateway to discovering the hidden gems of Scotch whisky.
Strathmill Distillery
Strathmill is a Speyside distillery located in Keith, Moray. The distillery itself started operations in 1891. It was built on the site of an 1823 grain mill. Along with it some 30 other distilleries were built in the area during the 'whisky boom'. When the distillery was built it was called Glenisla after the nearby river of the same name. The distillery remained in the hands of the original owners for just a couple of years after its inauguration, it was sold in 1895 to W&A Gilbey, the forefathers of the acclaimed J&B blend.
Under the ownership of W&A Gilbey, the name of the distillery was changed from Glenisla-Glenlivet to its current name: Strathmill. The name was chosen given the location of the distillery in a shallow valley ('Strath' in Galic) and to commemorate the buildings' former use as a mill. To this day blenders use the vast majority of the whisky produced by Strathmill distillery. This has meant that, even after many mergers and acquisitions, the companies that owned and managed this distillery have always kept it running. Today the distillery is part of the Diageo portfolio.
The style of whisky produced by Strathmill is fragrant and delicate with an olive oil-like texture. No wonder blenders praise it as a top blending ingredient.