Cotswolds Signature Single Malt - Review

 

Whisky Review 

Cotswolds signature Single Malt

ABV: 46%

UK retail price: £35-45

Maturation: Bourbon

"For an entry level offering, it punches above its weight"

Nose:

A great welcome to a new distillery for me. Immediate notes of vanilla fudge with a helping of honey as I swirl the glass. Going back again, Im met with the influence from the bourbon casks. A new whaft of baked apples and fresh fruits leap forwards, leaving a subtle but confident aroma of peat smoke in the background. 

Taste:

It begins with a strong offering of dried fruits (mainly raisins and prunes), mixed with some black pepper and chill flakes. A subtle touch of honey as the bourbon casks work their magic. A helping of almonds provide a balance between something nutty and sweet. The youth of this liquid is apparent and the dram finsihes with a soft amount of bitter dryness with a medium, but very welcome warm smoke. 

Summary:

Good complexity for a young whisky which is readily available in the UK at a fantastic price. You will often find this on sale in supermarkets. Its an easy sipper but offers more than you'd expect from a core range dram. If this is their entry level offering, then count me in as a Cotswold's fan! The price, the design, the fact it ticks all of the boxes, will have me trying more whisky from this English distillery. 

Score: 

6/10

Its a good whisky at a great price. A great entry level offering which punches above its weight. Its not standout by any means, but all things considered its a very good whisky which offers a more than pleasurable experience. 

*This whisky was self-purchased and the above review reflects my personal opinions only.