Knockdhu (anCnoc) anCnoc 12
Tasting notes
Bottled under the 'anCnoc' name to avoid confusion with Knockando. Honey-driven Highland at supermarket-friendly price.
Honey, soft fruit, oak, gentle vanilla.
Light — honey, vanilla, soft oak, gentle malt.
Short to medium, clean, sweet.
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About Knockdhu (anCnoc)
A small Aberdeenshire distillery whose single malt is bottled as 'anCnoc' (Gaelic for 'the hill') to avoid confusion with the similarly-named Speyside Knockando. Light, honeyed, and genuinely underrated — the 12 Year Old is a regular recommendation for beginners at sensible prices.
Full Knockdhu (anCnoc) distillery profile →Other Knockdhu (anCnoc) expressions
Frequently asked questions
What does Knockdhu (anCnoc) anCnoc 12 taste like?
Bottled under the 'anCnoc' name to avoid confusion with Knockando. Honey-driven Highland at supermarket-friendly price.
How much does Knockdhu (anCnoc) anCnoc 12 cost?
Knockdhu (anCnoc) anCnoc 12 is typically priced at around £35 in the UK.
What is the ABV of Knockdhu (anCnoc) anCnoc 12?
Knockdhu (anCnoc) anCnoc 12 is bottled at 40% ABV.
What cask is Knockdhu (anCnoc) anCnoc 12 matured in?
Knockdhu (anCnoc) anCnoc 12 is matured in American oak + Spanish oak ex-sherry casks.