{"title":"Cardhu","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith its water sourced from the peat-softened streams of the Mannoch Hills, high above the postcard-pretty Spey Valley, Cardhu distillery has been synonymous with the smooth style of Speyside malt which bears its name since the late 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLocated near Archiestown in Moray, Cardhu was founded by erstwhile whisky smuggler John Cumming in 1824. While Cardhu whisky is a vital component in blends released under the Johnnie Walker brand, Cardhu distillery is best-known for the smooth, sweet style of Speyside single malt which has made it the number-one single malt brand of owner Diageo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCardhu is most commonly seen as a 12-year-old expression, however in recent years a number of other special releases (including two Rare Malt age-statement expressions, a 22-year-old cask-strength release and a no-age-statement Special Cask Reserve expression) have proved successful.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cardhu-11-year-old-manager-s-choice-1997","title":"Cardhu 11 Year Old Manager`s Choice 1997","description":"Cardhu is a Speyside distillery that has been producing whisky since 1824. It is well known for its smooth and mellow style, which is due in part to its use of mainly ex-bourbon casks for maturation.  This release was distilled at Cardhu in 1997 and bottled in 2009 as part of ‘The Managers` Choice Single Cask Selection’, a series of cask strength whiskies hand-selected by various managers of Diageo-owned distilleries. This bottling is a single cask release, which means that the whisky is entirely from one barrel, making each bottling unique and limited in quantity.","brand":"Cardhu","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412756418890,"sku":"HED91102","price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED91102.jpg?v=1781893446"},{"product_id":"cardhu-gold-reserve-3cl","title":"Cardhu Gold Reserve 3cl","description":"From one of the oldest distilleries in the Speyside comes this easy-drinking single malt, a blend of Speyside and Highland whiskies, each aged for at least 12 years. It is a smooth and well-structured expression, with a rich texture combining sweet fruit, dark chocolate, toffee and spices. Available here in a compact 3cl bottle.","brand":"Cardhu","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62412789776714,"sku":"HED52180","price":5.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED52180.jpg?v=1781893786"},{"product_id":"cardhu-12-year-old-with-leather-bag","title":"Cardhu 12 Year Old with Leather Bag","description":"A 12YO single malt from Cardhu accompanied by a rather fetching leather bag presentation case. Subtle smoke \u0026amp; a hint of orchard fruit blend on the nose \u0026amp; palate.","brand":"Cardhu","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62413542097226,"sku":"HED8477","price":47.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED8477.jpg?v=1781897499"},{"product_id":"cardhu-over-8-year-old","title":"Cardhu \"Over 8 Year Old\"","description":"Cardhu Over eight Year Old is a Speyside single malt bottled during the 1980s, serving as a flagship expression for the distillery during John Walker \u0026amp; Sons’ ownership. This bottling predates the 12 Year Old standard and highlights the distillery`s historical role as the `spiritual home` of Johnnie Walker. The spirit displays a profile of orchard fruits, sweet malt, honey and a faint hint of peat. Produced when Cardhu was one of the few single malts marketed globally, it reflects a light and approachable style designed to introduce drinkers to the Speyside category.","brand":"Cardhu","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62414466122058,"sku":"HED81865","price":488.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED81865.jpg?v=1781899769"},{"product_id":"cardhu-15-year-old-manager-s-dram-1989","title":"Cardhu 15 Year Old Manager`s Dram 1989","description":"Cardhu 15 Year Old Manager’s Dram is a Speyside single malt distilled in 1989 and bottled at a natural cask strength of 58.4% ABV. This series was originally intended for internal use by United Distillers employees, allowing the distillery managers to select their preferred casks for annual release. This 1989 distillation showcases the distillery’s spirit in an unadulterated form, stripped of the lower-strength filtration used for commercial bottlings.","brand":"Cardhu","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62415867674954,"sku":"HED8371","price":685.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED8371.jpg?v=1781903703"},{"product_id":"cardhu-27-year-old-rare-malts-1973","title":"Cardhu 27 Year Old Rare Malts 1973","description":"Cardhu 27 Year Old Rare Malts is a Speyside single malt distilled in 1973 and bottled in 2000 as part of the esteemed Rare Malts Selection. This spirit was bottled at a natural cask strength of 60.1% ABV, reflecting the high quality of stocks held by Diageo from the early 1970s. This 1973 distillation highlights the distillery`s output during a decade of significant investment, where the focus remained on producing a clean, fragrant spirit for the Johnnie Walker blends. The liquid displays a profile of heather honey, dried grass, green apple and gentle oak spice.","brand":"Cardhu","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62415942517066,"sku":"HED81574","price":483.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED81574.jpg?v=1781904033"},{"product_id":"cardhu-special-reserve","title":"Cardhu Special Reserve","description":"Cardhu Special Reserve is a non-age statement Speyside single malt released to bridge the gap between the core range and the limited editions. This expression is composed of a selection of casks intended to showcase a richer, more oak-forward side of the distillery’s character. By blending whiskies from different ages and wood types, the distillery created a profile that emphasises texture and sweetness. Expect a rich profile of dark berries, vanilla, roasted nuts and sweet malt.","brand":"Cardhu","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62416545186122,"sku":"HED8083","price":67.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED8083.jpg?v=1781905251"},{"product_id":"cardhu-gold-reserve-house-targaryen-game-of-thrones-edition","title":"Cardhu Gold Reserve House Targaryen Game of Thrones Edition","description":"Part of Diageo`s limited Game of Thrones collector`s series, this Cardhu Gold Reserve is aligned with House Targaryen — fire made flesh, and a whisky to match the theme. Cardhu Gold Reserve is a smooth, accessible Speyside expression with honey, orchard fruit, warm vanilla and a gentle finish. The striking GoT packaging elevates this beyond an everyday bottle into something genuinely gift-worthy for fans of the series.","brand":"Cardhu","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62417431363914,"sku":"HED05786","price":96.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/SPIRITS.jpg?v=1781712099"},{"product_id":"cardhu-26-year-old-smws-1970","title":"Cardhu 26 Year Old SMWS 1970","description":"Cardhu 26 Year Old SMWS is a Speyside single malt distilled in 1970 and bottled by the Scotch Malt Whisky Society under the coding 117.1. This expression originates from a period before the distillery’s massive expansion in the 1970s, featuring a more traditional and concentrated spirit character. The profile exhibits notes of dried apricots, beeswax, old leather and subtle earthy smoke. 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