Cu Bocan Creation 5 Colombian Andean Oak Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky - 70cl
Cu Bocan Creation 5 is a celebrated experimental Highland single malt finished in Colombian Andean oak — a rare and unusual cask type that adds distinctive aromatic character not typically found in Scotch whisky. The Creation series from Tomatin Distillery's Cu Bocan range explores unconventional cask finishes to expand the boundaries of what Highland whisky can be.
Cu Bocan (Gaelic for 'phantom' or 'spectre') is the lightly peated expression from Tomatin Distillery in the Scottish Highlands. The distillery dates to 1897 and is one of the largest single malt producers in Scotland, with each Creation release showcasing different cask experimentation under the lightly peated Cu Bocan banner.
From Tomatin Distillery in the Scottish Highlands — a celebrated producer of single malt Scotch whisky.
A definitive experimental Highland single malt — perfect for whisky enthusiasts exploring unusual cask finishes, gifting, or contemplative tasting. Serve neat in a tulip glass with a small drop of water at room temperature.
TASTING NOTES
NOSE
Aromatic and refined — concentrated gentle peat, refined Colombian Andean oak character, soft orchard fruit, gentle vanilla, light warm spice, with the distinctive Cu Bocan Creation 5 experimental signature.
PALATE
Layered and complex — concentrated gentle peat smoke, refined Andean oak, soft orchard fruit, gentle vanilla, gentle warm spice, with the precise Creation 5 unconventional-cask complexity.
FINISH
Long and refined — sustained gentle peat, refined Andean oak, gentle fruit, and a polished Cu Bocan Creation 5 fade.
ABV: 46% ABV