anCnoc 18 Years (2024)
The Knockdhu Distillery, home of anCnoc whisky, is located in Scotland’s Speyside region. Since its founding in 1894, it has combined traditional craftsmanship with a modern approach. Known for its versatile range of releases, the portfolio includes everything from fresh, citrus-driven malts to more robust, wood-forward whiskies. The anCnoc 18 Years stands among the more mature expressions, promising a complex yet approachable tasting experience.
The panel
Mean 82.5 · spread 1
Value for money 4/5
- Distillery
- Knockdhu
- Type
- Single Malt
- Region
- Highlands
- Country
- Scotland
- Age
- 18 years
- Strength
- 46% ABV
- Character
- mellow
Tasting
Nose
From the first nosing, the whisky's 18 years in oak casks are unmistakable. A warm spiciness rises, underscored by sweet almonds and dried orange peel. Light leather and subtle banana chips add an elegant depth. In the background, a touch of honey rounds out the aromatic spectrum.
Palate
On the palate, the anCnoc 18 Years is creamy yet dry. European oak asserts itself with prominent tannins, giving the whisky structure and fullness. Fruity notes of apricot and juicy raisins meet delicate milk chocolate. Dates provide a gentle sweetness, harmoniously blending with the whisky’s woody foundation.
Finish
The finish is medium-length and warming, characterized by toasted oak and a pleasant spiciness from white pepper. A hint of raisins lingers on the tongue, accompanied by a touch of baking cocoa. A satisfying finale that invites the next sip.
Verdicts
Marcel
The anCnoc 18 Years is a true delight for anyone seeking a whisky that is both spicy and gentle on the finish. The fine balance of sweet fruits and spicy oak makes it the perfect companion for relaxed evenings – simply a delicious easy sipper with character and heart.
Sascha
With its clearly defined balance between the distinctive tannins of European oak and fruity apricot notes, the anCnoc 18 Years offers a well-rounded aromatic profile. The harmonious combination of creaminess, dryness, and a spicy finish makes this Speyside whisky a technically impressive and complex classic.
What it is worth
We do not yet hold bottle-level auction results — that sits behind Whisky Hunter’s authenticated feed. What follows is the market for Knockdhu as a whole, which sets the weather for this bottling without pricing it.
Latest mean bid £170 across 14 lots · 2024-08