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Kingsbarns Doocot
Kingsbarns

Kingsbarns Doocot

3.98 Decent

22 reviews22 ratings

87 critic score Above average for whiskey

Whiskey Scotch Lowlands No age statement 46% ABV

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About this bottle

Kingsbarns Doocot stands as the brand's primary whisky, taking the place of the retired Dream to Dram. The barley used for its production is sourced from within 6 miles of the Fife distillery. Employing a prolonged fermentation and gradual distillation process, this single malt is both distilled and matured in two cask varieties: 90% of the whisky comes from ex-bourbon barrels, while the remaining portion is housed in ex-Portuguese red wine casks that have undergone shaving, toasting, and recharring. Notably, "Doocot," pronounced "doo-ket," is the Scottish term for a dovecot, a detached structure for nesting doves, and is one of the architectural elements of the Lowlands distillery. Doocot has been available internationally since March 2023 with a suggested retail price of $59.99.

How it tastes

Measured across 14 flavor axes. Tap a note to find other bottles that lead with it.

Full Bodied 65
Sweet 60
Rich 55
Spicy 40
Tart 35
Fruity 35
Oily 30
Vanilla 30

Reviews

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Iker Mcgraw 4.3

Aroma: Light and fresh. Tart apple, white grape, and gooseberry. Honey-sweetened malt with subtle vanilla and milk chocolate. A floral grassiness ties it all together. Palate: Fairly oily consistency. Soft and velvety. Honeyed malt with vanilla and gooseberry is gradually replaced by swelling warm barrel spices and gentle oak with hints of semi-sweet chocolate. Finish: Medium length. Soft oak and barrel spice with hints of sweet malt. Summary: This is a perfect example of contemporary Single Malt Scotch. This bottling is still young for a Scotch, but the extended fermentation and slow distillation have created a beautiful whisky. There are no flaws to be found. Kingsbarns is a distillery to watch closely in the coming decade.

Minerva Friedman 5.0

A welcoming aroma of malt and light vine fruit. The taste begins sweet with a rich malt character that quickly transforms into a berry jam flavor. Fruity, well-balanced, and warming, this whiskey is quite remarkable. The body is medium-light, but its rich texture makes it feel heavier. The finish is long and concludes with a raspberry-like coating.

Adolfo Sherrill 3.5

Aroma: Gentle, malty, fragrant, with delicate citrus notes. Taste: Smooth texture. Tastes of tropical mango and pineapple. A spicy kick. Finish: Sweet, cooked pineapple. Barrel spice.

Tracy Kimball 4.0

46% ABV. Matured in casks previously used for bourbon and Portuguese red wine. Flavors of barley, apples, corn, sweet grapes, raisins, oak, vanilla, chocolate, and caramel.

Marlin Benner 4.5

Very smooth. Citrus notes at the start, malty towards the end. A great autumn beverage.

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