Knockando 12 Year Old 1992

Knockando 12 Year Old – 1992 Vintage, 1 Litre, 43% ABV

A classic vintage Speyside single malt Scotch whisky, Knockando 12 Year Old was distilled in 1992 and matured for a minimum of 12 years, reflecting the elegant, delicate character for which this historic Scottish distillery is renowned.

Established in 1898 in the heart of Speyside, Knockando Distillery has a longstanding reputation for producing beautifully balanced single malts with gentle fruitiness, honeyed sweetness and subtle oak influence.

One of Knockando's distinguishing traditions is its emphasis on the season of distillation, with individual releases identified by vintage year rather than simply their age statement. This makes older bottlings especially appealing to enthusiasts interested in the evolution of the distillery's whisky over time.

Distilled in 1992, this expression spent at least 12 years maturing in oak casks before being bottled in the mid-2000s.

The whisky offers an inviting balance of fresh orchard fruit, honey, delicate floral aromas and lightly toasted malt.

On the palate, flavours of ripe pear, green apple, vanilla, sweet cereal and gentle oak spice develop with a smooth, rounded texture.

The finish is mellow and warming, leaving lingering notes of honeyed malt, soft fruit and delicate toasted oak.

Presented in the larger 1-litre bottle at 43% ABV, this older Knockando release offers a distinctive alternative to the more commonly encountered 700ml and 750ml presentations.

Its vintage-dated label, traditional presentation and generous bottle size add to its appeal among collectors of older Speyside single malts.

Knockando 12 Year Old 1992 Vintage combines classic Speyside elegance with the historical interest of an earlier distillation year, making it a rewarding addition to any collection of vintage Scotch whisky.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Fresh green apple, ripe pear, honey, delicate flowers and sweet malt, complemented by soft vanilla and light oak.

Palate: Smooth and medium-bodied, with orchard fruit, honeyed cereal, gentle citrus, toasted almonds and subtle oak spice.

Finish: Mellow and gently warming, with lingering malt sweetness, light fruit and a delicate dry oak character.