Refined gifts for whisky lovers: Pick the sherried sophistication of Tamdhu this Christmas
Here’s a fresh take on a timeless festive favourite – sherry – reimagined through the lens of exceptional whisky. For whisky lovers, the perfect gifts come from Tamdhu Speyside Whisky, boasting the distinction of only fully maturing all their single malt whisky in the finest Oloroso seasoned Sherry casks.
Nestled on the banks of Scotland’s River Spey, Tamdhu is a multi-award-winning, ultra-premium collection of Speyside single malts. Its historic distillery, artisanal craft, and exclusive dedication to sherry cask maturation make it a rare find – perfect for those who appreciate rich character and quality in their spirits.
There are several gift possibilities in this collection of single malts. Here are our top picks for Christmas, spanning a range of budgets, offering something to be savoured for every whisky lover on your Christmas list.
TAMDHU 12YO
£56 / 70cl | 43% ABV
First up, Tamdhu 12-Year-Old is the perfect introduction to this elegant, sherry matured single malt whisky – and it comes in a beautiful gift box.
TASTING NOTES FOR TAMDHU 12YO
On the nose: Rich and enticing, iced cinnamon rolls, orange boiled sweets, fresh sweet oak with raisins and the faint hint of mint.
On the palate: Silky texture that coats the mouth with banana, berry jam, malt biscuit and classic sherry oak depth.
Finish: Pleasantly long and balanced with ground spice, dried fruit and soft Scottish tablet – finally unveiling the merest wisp of peat smoke.
TAMDHU 21YO
£299 / 70cl | 47.5% ABV
A sophisticated and much-anticipated whisky, newly released, this 21-Year-Old expression is a masterclass in elegance showcasing the Oloroso sherry casks for which Tamdhu is famed. It is unchill-filtered and presented in a stunning green and gold display case inspired by Spanish-Moorish design: a truly ultra-premium gift for connoisseurs.
TASTING NOTES FOR TAMDHU 21YO
On the nose: Sherried oak with chocolate, sultanas, velvety toffee and warm cinnamon porridge oats rounded out with a hint of mocha and marzipan.
On the palate: Christmas cake notes of plump, sherry-soaked raisins, candied oranges, and gentle oak aromas.
Finish: A long, smooth finish with waves of oak and warm spices giving way to rich, syrupy fruits.
TAMDHU GIFT PACK
£29.99 | 3 x 5cl bottles
An affordable gift or a generous stocking filler… whichever way you look at it, those who appreciate beautifully crafted spirits will love a Tamdhu Gift Pack including three different expressions in 5cl bottles – the Tamdhu 12YO, 15YO, and 18YO beautifully boxed and complete with tasting card.
From the sun-drenched cooperages and bodegas of Jerez in Spain to the snowy banks of the Spey in Scotland, Tamdhu offers a gift that’s both refined and unexpected—a hidden gem that shows you’ve gone the extra mile.
You can buy Tamdhu direct from the Distillery online shop or from top whisky stockists, in stores and online.
