Product Description

Teacher’s Highland Cream is a blended Scotch whisky combining over 30 whiskies with a high malt ratio for smoothness and character. The Highland Cream expression is No-Age-Statement (NAS), while the Reserve variant is aged for 12 years, delivering a more pronounced oak and malt profile.

Style/Type

Blended Scotch Whisky

Company/Producer

Pernod Ricard India (International: Ardmore Distillery, Scotland)

ABV

40% (some international versions 43%)

Available Sizes

750ml

Distillery Location

India (Bottled); malt whiskies sourced primarily from Ardmore Distillery, Highlands, Scotland

Awards

Widely recognized globally for smoothness and balanced malt complexity.

Expression/Variant

• Highland Cream (NAS)

• Teacher’s Reserve / Teacher’s 50 Scottish Reserve (12-Year)

Aged Period / Cask Type

• NAS for Highland Cream

• 12 years (European oak casks) for Teacher’s Reserve

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Fruity and malty with toffee, vanilla, and gentle Highland peat smoke.

Palate: Smooth and round; notes of caramel, barley malt, manuka honey, and soft spices.

Finish: Long, well-balanced, with lingering smoke and gentle peppery warmth.

Balance/Complexity: In my tastings, I find Teacher’s Highland Cream to be well-balanced, offering a smooth, malty, and lightly smoky experience. The Reserve variant adds oak richness without overwhelming the palate.

Market Positioning

Premium blended Scotch whisky for smooth sipping and mixed serves; Reserve offers a richer, oak-forward profile.

Teacher’s Highland Cream Whisky price in Kolkata

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How does “Reserve” differ from “Highland Cream”?
Teacher’s Reserve is aged longer and emphasizes oak and creaminess compared to Highland Cream.

What is the best way to serve it?
Sipping neat or with a few drops of water to open aromatics, or as a base for a Whisky Highball with soda and ice.

Is it smoky?
Yes, a gentle peaty undertone comes from Ardmore’s peat-fired malt.

Is it suitable for cocktails?
Yes, its malty character makes it ideal for mixers like ginger ale or cola.

Where is it available?
Major retailers like Living Liquidz or travel outlets such as Delhi Duty Free.

Recommended Serving & Recipes

1. Highland Cream Highball

   • 60ml Teacher’s Highland Cream, soda water, ice

   • Stir gently; garnish with a citrus twist to enhance malt and peat aromas.

2. Teacher’s Reserve Simple Serve

   • 50–60ml Teacher’s Reserve, splash of water

   • Neat or on the rocks; appreciate oak and malty depth.

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