Mannochmore 12 year old

If one had to summarize the qualities of an ideal aperitif whisky, the result would likely be very close to this Mannochmore 12-year-old. Very refreshing, it evokes the supple body of a white wine and develops a relatively straight palate, marked by apple notes. A rather dry Speysider, perfect for whetting the appetite.
A must-have for Scotch whisky connoisseurs, the so-called "Flora & Fauna" range is little known to the general public. Launched in the 1990s by United Distillers & Vintners, this series was originally intended to showcase distilleries that did not bottle under their own name. There were also non-reduced versions until the 2000s. The complete collection comprises 26 references, released over time, some of which are now discontinued and have become true collectors' items. The paternity of the name "Flora & Fauna" in reference to the animals and plants depicted on the various labels is attributed to the whisky writer and critic Michael Jackson.