{"product_id":"thompson-bros-north-highland-blended-malt-8yo","title":"North Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 8 Year Old | Thompson Bros","description":"\u003ch1\u003eNorth Highland Blended Malt Scotch Whisky 8 Year Old – Thompson Bros – 70cl – 44.9% ABV\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNorth Highland Blended Malt 8 Year Old\u003c\/strong\u003e from Thompson Bros is proof that exceptional whisky doesn't need an exceptional price. Produced using carefully selected Highland single malts, this small-batch blend showcases the waxy elegance of Clynelish alongside the fruity character of Glen Ord, resulting in a whisky that offers remarkable complexity, texture and value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBottled at \u003cstrong\u003e44.9% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e, non-chill filtered and natural in colour, North Highland has become one of the whisky world's best-kept secrets. Every batch is slowly reduced to bottling strength over an extraordinary \u003cstrong\u003e47-day dilution process\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the spirit to marry naturally while retaining its vibrant character. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDistilled with Patience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thompson Bros have taken an unconventional approach to creating this whisky. Rather than rapidly reducing the spirit to bottling strength, they slowly diluted the whisky by just 0.25% ABV per day over 47 days, almost entirely within cask. This gentle process helps preserve texture, integration and complexity in the finished whisky. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blend is primarily composed of \u003cstrong\u003eGlen Ord\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eClynelish\u003c\/strong\u003e single malts, matured in refill hogsheads with additional influence from refill sherry wood, plus a tiny addition of heavily peated Highland malt that adds subtle depth without dominating the whisky. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFresh peaches and cream, coastal minerality, wet stones, kiwi fruit, white pepper, beeswax and subtle marzipan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSilky and gentle with mandarin citrus, vanilla sweetness, jelly sweets, mineral freshness, tropical fruits and elegant waxy texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nHoneydew melon, ripe peaches, candle wax, soft oak and lingering slate-like minerality. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreated by Thompson Bros.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e44.9% ABV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e70cl bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-chill filtered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow 47-day reduction to bottling strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional value Highland whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA Modern Highland Classic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNorth Highland demonstrates everything enthusiasts admire about Thompson Bros—complete transparency, thoughtful production methods and outstanding whisky without unnecessary marketing gimmicks. It delivers the character of far more expensive Highland single malts while remaining incredibly approachable for both newcomers and experienced drinkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether enjoyed neat, with a splash of water or shared at a tasting, this is a bottle that consistently punches well above its price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable from The Strong Water Co.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOrder online for UK delivery or visit our specialist whisky shops in Royal Deeside:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/no\/pages\/banchory-whisky-shop\"\u003eBanchory Whisky Shop\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/no\/pages\/ballater-whisky-shop\"\u003eBallater Whisky Shop\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur knowledgeable team can help you discover the best independent bottlings, limited releases and everyday drams from Scotland's finest producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInternational Whisky Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Strong Water Co. offers secure whisky shipping throughout the UK and to many international destinations, allowing whisky lovers around the world to enjoy outstanding independent bottlings from Thompson Bros.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Strong Water Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55795575783804,"sku":null,"price":36.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/4813\/3192\/files\/NorthHighland.jpg?v=1784926390","url":"https:\/\/thestrongwaterco.com\/no\/products\/thompson-bros-north-highland-blended-malt-8yo","provider":"The Strong Water Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}