CARDHU Gold Reserve – Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cask Selection, 1824

Cardhu Gold Reserve is a single malt Scotch whisky produced by the Cardhu Distillery in Speyside, Scotch Whiskey. It is a no-age-statement whisky that is matured in a combination of American oak and European oak casks. The “Cask Selection 1824” refers to the fact that the whisky is selected from casks that were laid down in the year 1824, which is when the Cardhu Distillery was founded. The whisky is described as having a smooth and rich character, with notes of honey, vanilla, and caramel. It has a medium-bodied palate with a slightly sweet and spicy finish. The use of both American and European oak casks gives the whisky a complex flavor profile, with the oak imparting notes of wood spice, toasted nuts, and dried fruits. Overall, Cardhu Gold Reserve is a well-balanced and approachable single malt Scotch whisky that is enjoyable neat, or on the rocks. It is also versatile enough to use in cocktails, making it a popular choice among both whisky enthusiasts and bartenders.