Thompson Bros Secret Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 2011, 11 Years Old

Thompson Bros Secret Speyside 11 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is an independent bottling of a vintage Speyside single malt that was distilled in 2011 and matured for 11 years in two refill sherry butts, then bottled at 48.5 % ABV in 2023 with natural colour and no chill filtration.

It’s from an undisclosed Speyside distillery — Thompson Bros don’t reveal the exact source, but it’s widely appreciated for showing both raw grain character and rounded sherry influence. On the nose you’ll find grist and boiled barley sugar sweets with citrus peel and dry Riesling-like notes, layered with subtle umami and gamey hints along with gentle sherry tones. The palate continues with barley water, baked pastries, sultanas and mace, supported by a touch of spice, grapefruit and sea salt, leading to a finish where ginger, citrus peel and dried fruit linger alongside soft Amontillado-style.