Roseisle 12 Years Origami Kite 2 - Diageo Special Releases 2024
The Diageo Special Releases bring some of the most exciting bottlings to the market every year. In 2024, the Roseisle 12 Years Origami Kite 2 is a whisky from a distillery that was only founded in 2010 and has barely made an appearance as a single malt to date. Scepticism is appropriate - especially with a proud price that competes with established Speyside classics.
Tasting Notes
Nose
The first impression is characterised by a warm maltiness that combines with honey-like aromas. Apple crumble brings a beautiful, buttery-fruity component into play, while fresh wood and mint provide a certain lightness. A subtle candyfloss note lends the whisky a gentle sweetness. Overall, a pleasant, typical Speyside profile, but without any major surprises.
Palate
On the palate, the Roseisle 12 Years is unexpectedly herbal, which gives it an interesting, slightly bitter flavour. This is followed by a creamy vanilla ice cream sweetness, which is quickly overlaid by strong oak and spicy ginger. Forest honey provides a pleasant depth and a buttery croissant note gives the whisky a certain elegance. The 55.6% ABV is well integrated, but still gives the whisky a noticeable strength.
Finish
The finish is long, spicy and dry, with dominant oak and an interesting mix of apricot, sandalwood and cinnamon. A slight white pepper note provides additional spiciness. Not spectacular, but a solid and aromatically well-balanced finish.
Thoughts
Marcel 83/100
If you're looking for a solid Speyside whisky with a good punch, the Roseisle 12 Year Origami Kite 2 is a pleasant companion that’s fun to enjoy at cask strength. However, it lacks that certain something to truly stand out from the crowd – and the price is simply too ambitious for a newcomer.
Sascha 80/100
The Roseisle 12 Year presents a balanced structure with clearly defined malt, herbal, and wood notes, yet it remains conventional and somewhat uninspired. The 55.6% ABV is well integrated, but the value for money suffers due to its limited complexity compared to established Speyside whiskies.
Value for Money: Expensive
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How does the Roseisle 12 Year Origami Kite 2 differ from other Speyside whiskies?
Despite its typical Speyside profile, the Roseisle 12 Year Origami Kite 2 reveals an unusually herbal and slightly bitter note on the palate, complemented by spicy ginger and a noticeable oak presence, setting it apart from the classic, often fruitier Speyside whiskies.
How does the high alcohol content of 55.6% affect the enjoyment of this whisky?
At 55.6% ABV, the Roseisle 12 Year is powerful but maintains a pleasant balance thanks to the good integration of the alcohol strength. The high alcohol level amplifies the spicy and woody aromas, so adding a little water is recommended to better unlock its complexity.
Why is the Roseisle 12 Year Origami Kite 2 interesting as a single malt despite its young distillery and limited recognition?
Founded only in 2010, Roseisle has so far made little impact as a single malt. This release from the Diageo Special Releases 2024 offers a rare chance to taste a young Speyside malt with an independent character that combines traditional notes with distinctive spice and depth.