{"product_id":"cardhu-12-years-old-single-malt-scotch-whisky-0-7-l-40-vol","title":"Cardhu 12 Years Old – Single Malt Scotch Whisky · 0.7 L · 40% vol.","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eCardhu 12 Years Old – Single Malt Scotch Whisky: The Gentle Queen of Speyside\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\" id=\"p-rc_41e6a7fac21612a5-98\"\u003eAmong the ranks of great Scotch single malts, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"56\"\u003eCardhu\u003c\/b\u003e holds a special place. The distillery, picturesquely situated above the River Spey, boasts a fascinating history significantly shaped by two strong women: Helen and Elizabeth Cumming. \u003cspan class=\"citation-146 citation-end-146\"\u003eTheir legacy is a whisky renowned for its exceptional accessibility, purity, and silky texture.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-145\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"399\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-145\"\u003eCardhu 12 Years Old\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-145 citation-end-145\"\u003e is the flagship of the house and is globally considered one of the most charming representatives of the Speyside region.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"source-inline-chip-container ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"button multiple-button ng-star-inserted\" aria-label=\"View detailed sources for citations from Bondston and Whisky.de. Opens sidebar.\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eAs the heart of the world-renowned Johnnie Walker Blends, Cardhu provides its characteristic honey sweetness and smoothness. But enjoyed neat, this 12-year-old single malt reveals its own delicate world of bright fruits and gentle spice. At \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"245\"\u003e40% ABV\u003c\/b\u003e, it is designed to caress the palate without overpowering it – a true \"easy-drinking\" malt of the highest caliber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eSensory Analysis – A Profile of Gold and Honey\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eIn the glass, Cardhu 12 presents a warm, radiant \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"75\"\u003ehoney gold\u003c\/b\u003e. The whisky's brilliance indicates clean, precise distillation. When swirled, it shows light to medium viscosity with elegant, flowing tears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAroma (Nose):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe bouquet is immediately inviting and characterized by remarkable purity. The first wave reveals sweet \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"134\"\u003eheather honey notes\u003c\/b\u003e and fresh malt. Immediately thereafter, a fruity freshness unfolds, reminiscent of ripe pears, yellow apples, and a hint of pineapple. A subtle trace of smoke lingers in the background – yet so fleeting that it evokes dried grass in the sun rather than burning peat. The nose is rounded off by a touch of vanilla and milk chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMouthfeel:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eOn the palate, Cardhu reveals its greatest strength: its texture. It is exceptionally soft, almost silky. The mouthfeel is light yet oily enough to distribute the flavors evenly. There is no alcoholic harshness whatsoever, making it an ideal whisky for beginners and lovers of subtle malts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTaste (Palate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe taste is a harmonious continuation of the nose. A gentle sweetness of malt sugar and honey meets a lively fruitiness. Distinct nuances of sweet pastries and vanilla pudding are discernible. In the mid-palate, drier notes of cocoa and a very subtle, spicy oak note develop, lending structure to the whisky. A slight minerality gives the profile additional freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThe finish is medium-long, dry, and very clean. A pleasant warmth, a hint of roasted aromas, and a delicate sweetness remain, leaving the palate refreshed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eOrigin \u0026 Terroir – The Gentle Hills of Knockando\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eCardhu benefits from its sheltered location in the Speyside hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" id=\"p-rc_41e6a7fac21612a5-99\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Water:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-144 citation-end-144\"\u003e The distillery uses springs from the Mannoch Hills.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The soft water is a crucial factor for Cardhu's proverbial mildness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"source-inline-chip-container ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"button ng-star-inserted\" aria-label=\"View detailed sources for citation from vodkahaus.de. Opens sidebar.\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQvoAQahgKEwiSrqWB3Z6TAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQuQY\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Barley:\u003c\/b\u003e The finest Scottish barley is used, which is only minimally peated so as not to overshadow the fruity distillery character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eWinemaking \u0026 Craft – The Art of Slow Distillation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Process:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eDistillation at Cardhu takes place in swan-neck copper pot stills. They take their time here: slow distillation promotes contact between the alcohol vapor and the copper, which eliminates undesirable sulfur compounds and isolates fruity, light esters. The result is an extremely pure and elegant spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eThe 12-year-old Cardhu matures predominantly in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"56\"\u003eex-bourbon casks\u003c\/b\u003e made from American white oak. These casks impart the whisky's golden color and characteristic vanilla and toffee aromas, without masking the delicate fruitiness of the underlying distillate. A small proportion is aged in sherry casks to give the blend an additional dimension of richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eReputation \u0026 Awards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003eCardhu is one of the best-selling single malt brands worldwide and enjoys cult status, especially in Southern Europe, as the epitome of Scottish elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClassic Malts:\u003c\/b\u003e Within the extended selection of \"Classic Malts of Scotland,\" Cardhu represents the style of gentle, generous Speyside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInternational Wine \u0026 Spirit Competition (IWSC):\u003c\/b\u003e Regular gold and silver awards for its balance and purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/b\u003e The distinctive, bulbous decanter bottle with its solid beech wood cork is one of the most iconic packagings in the whisky world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003eThe Perfect Serve – A Moment of Hospitality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEnjoying Neat:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003eCardhu is the prototype of a whisky to be enjoyed in good company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGlass:\u003c\/b\u003e A classic tumbler or a nosing glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eRoom temperature\u003c\/b\u003e (approx. 18–20 °C) is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/b\u003e A tiny drop of water can further enhance the fruity pear notes, but is not strictly necessary due to its mildness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCheese:\u003c\/b\u003e A creamy Camembert or a young Gouda.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSweets:\u003c\/b\u003e A piece of light sponge cake, shortbread, or white chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSavory:\u003c\/b\u003e Prosciutto or mild salami offer an exciting salty contrast to the honey sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003eTechnical Details \u0026 Mandatory Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"30,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProducer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"30,1,1,0\"\u003eCardhu Distillery (Diageo)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"30,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"30,2,1,0\"\u003eScotland (Speyside)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"30,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eType\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"30,3,1,0\"\u003eSingle Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"30,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAge\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"30,4,1,0\"\u003e12 Years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"30,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAlcohol Content\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan 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