Tesco's single malt wines international accolade

A supermarket own label single malt has beaten several branded whiskies to take an international title.

Tesco’s 12 Year Old Highland Single Malt beat names such as Laphroaig, Glenmorangie, Bowmore and Glenkinchie at the International Wine and Spirit Competition awards.

It won the Anglo Overseas Trophy for the best single malt whisky up to 15 years old in the blind tasting.

Tesco spokesman Simon Dunn said: “This award will come as a real shock to the centuries-old whisky industry which is not noted for its keen appreciation of supermarket varieties.

“To beat world renowned whiskies such as Laphroaig and Glenmorangie is some achievement and will hopefully help encourage all malt lovers to try it.”

Judges described the Tesco whisky as “smooth and mellow in the mouth with hints of Christmas cake, marzipan, marmalade and almonds”.

The whisky sells for £15.58 (€19.60).