Tomatin Cù Bòcan, Creation #4 – Tawny Port & Cognac Casks (bottled 2021), 46%

Introduction

Cù Bòcan Creation #4 represents Tomatin’s adventurous spirit, named after the legendary ghost hound of the Scottish Highlands. This innovative expression challenges traditional whisky boundaries through its unique maturation process and peated character.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Scottish malted barley with a carefully measured peating level, creating a subtler smoke profile than Islay whiskies
• Distillation process: Distilled in Tomatin’s traditional copper pot stills located in the Highlands of Scotland
• Maturation: Dual maturation in Portuguese Tawny Port casks and French Cognac barrels, allowing both influences to impart their distinctive characteristics
• Special techniques: Bottled without chill filtration at 46% ABV to preserve the full spectrum of flavors and natural oils

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Gentle woodsmoke mingles with juicy red berries, plum, and apricot jam, followed by subtle notes of vanilla, caramel, and toasted oak
• Palate: Velvety texture with layers of dark chocolate, raisin, and fig balanced with soft peat smoke, warm baking spices, and hints of grape and oak from the Cognac influence
• Finish: Medium to long with lingering warmth, fading smoke, dried fruits, and subtle spice notes that evolve gracefully

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (16-18°C) to fully appreciate the complex aromas
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass or Glencairn to concentrate the delicate aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat or with a few drops of spring water to open up additional flavor nuances
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate desserts, aged cheeses, or charcuterie with dried fruits and nuts

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 46% ABV
• Bottle size: 700ml
• Country/Region of origin: Scotland, Highlands
• Certifications/Awards: Part of Tomatin’s acclaimed experimental Creation series, which has received multiple international recognition for innovative whisky craftsmanship

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Cù Bòcan Creation #4 represents a rare intersection of traditional Highland whisky-making with innovative cask selection and maturation techniques. Each bottle captures the distillery’s distinctive approach to peated whisky.

As a limited edition release in the Creation series, this expression is produced in small batches that quickly find their way into collectors’ cabinets around the world.

Master Distiller Graham Eunson’s expertise shines through this carefully crafted whisky, demonstrating why Tomatin continues to be recognized as one of Scotland’s most innovative distilleries.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Whisky enthusiasts and critics alike have embraced the Cù Bòcan Creation series for its boundary-pushing approach to Highland whisky.

Collectors who have followed the Creation series from its inception recognize each new release as an essential addition to a complete Tomatin collection.

The series has gained a reputation among connoisseurs for offering exceptional quality and innovative flavor profiles that stand apart from conventional single malts.

From Tomatin Highlands to You

Each bottle of Cù Bòcan Creation #4 represents generations of Scottish whisky heritage combined with forward-thinking maturation techniques developed specifically for the discerning whisky lover.

The approachable yet complex character makes this whisky particularly appealing, with its gentle peat smoke married perfectly with sweet and fruity notes from the specialty casks.

By experiencing this Creation #4, you join a community of whisky adventurers who appreciate both tradition and innovation in their glass – discover what makes this expression a standout in any whisky collection.