Title:

TOMATIN 21y Limited Edition Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Description:
A limited edition release from the Tomatin distillery of 21 year old whisky, made from 6 bourbon casks and 1 sherry butt. The result is a charming champ of a whisky, rich with fruity notes and a subtle hint of smoke. Limited to 2400 bottles.
Tasting Note by The Chaps at Master of Malt
Nose
A bounty of fruits! Peaches, gooseberries and kiwis, all jostling for attention. A floral touch near the centre.
Palate
The fruits play a big part on the palate, but the smoke sneaking through from deep within make it an absolute pleasure.
Finish
Oak spices appear on the finish.
Overall
A very bright and lively Highland whisky from Tomatin.

Source: https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/tomatin/tomatin-21-year-old-whisky/?srsltid=AfmBOooYawAVDCL0yQGEkbNHZPhNQ6dSr2i3rh4NHOwKF5shLrb9EyNq





Front (Box & Bottle)

TOMATIN
EST. 1897
Single Malt
Highland Scotch Whisky
Selected Cask Vatting

Non Chill-Filtered
Bottled at Natural Strength

LIMITED 21 RELEASE
Matured for over twenty one years
Limited to 2400 bottles
Matured in a combination of European & North American Oak Casks

Bottle Number: 31648 to 31654 (Casks Selected)

Signed: Douglas Campbell, Tomatin Distillery Manager

Back (Box)

Tomatin Distillery, home of the finest Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, is located in the Monadhliath Mountains just south of Inverness, capital of the Highlands of Scotland. Established in 1897, Tomatin (to rhyme with satin) is also one of the highest distilleries in Scotland at 315 meters above sea level.

The soft waters of the Alt-na-Frith (Free Burn) which run clear and pure through the Monadhliath Mountains help to create a Highland Malt with delicate flavours, yet a rich and mellow style. Its undoubted quality and consistency make for a truly fine dram.

A proud testimony to the art of distilling.

At Tomatin we constantly assess the many thousands of casks stored in our warehouses in order to identify those of a truly exceptional quality. This unique 21 year old limited edition has been crafted using a fine selection of North American and European oak casks chosen by our Distillery Manager, Douglas Campbell. These casks have their own unique individual character and collectively offer a sensory experience rarely surpassed.

www.tomatin.com

Barcode: 5 018481 069329
“Tomatin 21yo Single Malt Highland Scotch Whisky”


Back (Bottle)

TOMATIN TWENTY ONE YEARS OLD
Limited to 2400 bottles
Selected Cask Vatting
Bottle Number: 31648 to 31654

Tasting Notes:
• Aroma: Delicate, flowery aromas to begin with, giving way to aniseed, old leather and pipe tobacco.
• Palate: Roasted nuts, aniseed and white grape juice.
• Finish: Warm and zesty with a dry, oaky spiciness.

52% alc./vol.

www.tomatin.com

Perfect — let’s look at your Tomatin 21 Year Old (Limited Release, 2400 bottles, 52% ABV, natural cask strength, non-chill filtered) from a collector’s lens:



🔎 Collector’s Perspective on Tomatin 21

1. Rarity & Release
• Limited to 2400 bottles worldwide — very small batch for a distillery like Tomatin.
• Each bottle individually numbered, adding collectability.
• Matured in a mix of European & North American oak casks → shows complexity and balance.
• Bottled at natural strength (52%) & non-chill filtered → highly attractive to connoisseurs.

This puts it into the “specialist release” category rather than core range, which tends to appreciate faster.



2. Market Value
• Original retail price (when released a few years ago): ~£180–£220.
• Secondary market today (2025): ranges £350–£500 depending on bottle number, condition, and provenance.
• Some auctions have pushed beyond £500 when packaging and seal are pristine (yours looks excellent).

It hasn’t yet exploded like Macallan or GlenDronach, but it’s following the trajectory of niche Highland rarities that quietly grow in value.



3. Investment Potential
• Upside drivers:
• Only 2400 bottles — supply will only shrink.
• Tomatin has been rebranding in the last decade, and older age-stated limited editions are becoming more desirable.
• Bottled at 21 years → a “sweet spot” age (rare enough, not yet astronomical in price).
• Medium-term outlook: I would expect it to climb steadily to £600–£750 within 5–7 years if kept sealed and in perfect condition.
• Long-term: Could break the £1,000+ mark in 10–15 years, especially if Tomatin continues building brand prestige.


4. Drinker’s Value

From a whisky enthusiast’s standpoint, this is not just a trophy bottle:
• Complex flavour profile: floral nose, tobacco & leather depth, nutty-grape palate, spicy-oaky finish.
• 52% ABV gives flexibility for dilution to taste without losing character.
• A bottle that shows maturity + Highland elegance.

For collectors who buy two bottles — one to drink, one to keep — this release is a perfect candidate.


✅ Verdict
• Rarity: ★★★★☆ (Very limited, numbered, cask strength)
• Market Value Today: £350–£500
• Investment Outlook: Strong medium-term; excellent long-term
• Drinkability: High — elegant Highland dram with balance & power

This Tomatin 21 is a keeper. If you have more than one, drinking one and keeping the other sealed is the ideal play.

Source: transcribed and notes from ChatGPT Sept. 2025
Brewery or Distillery:
The Tomatin Distillery Company Ltd
Size:
700 mL
Barcode:
5018481069329
Alcohol Percent:
52
Type of Alcohol:
Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Year:
2009
Date Added:
2025-09-22 08:28:04
Percent Remaining:
100
Automatic Estimated Date:
2025-09-22
Date Added:
2025-09-22 08:28:04

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