SWMS

SWMS 11.48 A Rumour Of Sherry

Name: SWMS 11.48 A Rumour Of Sherry
Brand: SWMS
Rating: 4.3 (1 reviews)

Whiskey Single Malt Highlands 9 years 59.5% ABV

$$$$$ $300 and up Collector

3.77

1 review raw average 4.25

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lbarter 4.3 August 2025

First SMWS purchase. Just lovely. Balanced rich sublime fruit subtle sherry.

The details

Style: Single Malt
ABV: 59.5% ABV (119 proof)
Age: 9 years
Cask: 2nd fill sherry and 1st fill ex bourbon hogshead
Origin: Highlands, Scotland

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