Tomatin Cù Bòcan (Bourbon/Oloroso/Virgin Oak), 46%

Introduction

Tomatin Cù Bòcan represents the distillery’s rare venture into peated whisky production, created just one week per year and named after the legendary spectral black dog said to haunt the village of Tomatin for centuries.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Scottish barley with a gentle peat level of 15 ppm, pure Highland spring water from the Alt-na-Frith burn
• Distillation process: Distilled in Tomatin’s traditional copper pot stills during a dedicated week of peated production each year
• Maturation: Triple-cask maturation in bourbon barrels (providing vanilla notes), oloroso sherry casks (offering dark fruit character), and virgin oak casks (contributing spice and wood influences)
• Special techniques: Non-chill filtered and presented at natural color to preserve authentic flavor complexity and mouthfeel

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Light smoke with honey sweetness, citrus fruits, cinnamon, vanilla, and roasted almonds
• Palate: Balanced smokiness with honey, coconut, cloves, dark chocolate, dried fruit, and subtle oak spices
• Finish: Medium to long with lingering sweet smoke, dried fruits, and warming spices that gradually fade

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (16-18°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass or Glencairn
• Serving ideas: Enjoy neat or with a few drops of spring water to unlock additional aromas
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate, blue cheese, smoked seafood, or honey-glazed ham

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 46% ABV
• Bottle size: 70cl
• Country/Region of origin: Scotland, Highlands
• Certifications/Awards: Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, 92 points from Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Tomatin Cù Bòcan offers a rare Highland expression that masterfully balances light peat smoke with the complexity of triple-cask maturation for a truly distinctive flavor profile.

With production limited to just one week per year, this mythically inspired whisky represents a scarce opportunity to taste Tomatin’s exceptional peated spirit.

Backed by Tomatin’s 125+ years of distilling expertise, Cù Bòcan demonstrates the distillery’s mastery of both traditional and innovative whisky making techniques.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Whisky enthusiasts and critics alike have embraced Cù Bòcan’s unconventional approach, with multiple gold medals attesting to its exceptional quality.

Collectors who discover Cù Bòcan often commit to exploring the distillery’s other limited releases, starting a journey through Tomatin’s portfolio.

The critical acclaim garnered by this expression has firmly established it as a must-try for those seeking to explore the more nuanced side of peated whisky.

From Tomatin Distillery to You

Each bottle of Cù Bòcan reflects the generous spirit of Highland hospitality, inviting you to experience a taste that generations of Tomatin craftspeople have perfected.

The approachable character of this whisky makes it particularly appealing to both newcomers and experienced enthusiasts who appreciate a balanced, complex dram.

By choosing Cù Bòcan, you join a community of discerning whisky lovers who value authentic Highland tradition and craftsmanship – discover why this mysterious expression continues to captivate whisky adventurers worldwide.