{"title":"Stroma","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"stroma-liqueur-by-old-pulteney-750ml","title":"Stroma Liqueur By Old Pulteney 750ML","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStroma Liqueur By Old Pulteney 750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Highland malt whisky liqueur bottled at 35% ABV (70 proof) in a 750ml bottle. It earned a Gold Medal at the 2016 International Spirits Challenge, affirming its standing among the best Scotch-based liqueurs available today.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 35%  |  Origin: Highland, Scotland  |  Malt Whisky Liqueur  |  Distillery: Pulteney Distillery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePulteney Distillery sits in the town of Wick in Caithness, making it one of the most northerly distilleries on the Scottish mainland. The distillery has a long history of producing characteristically maritime single malts, and Stroma draws its base spirit from Old Pulteney's multi-award-winning collection of Highland malt whiskies. The liqueur is blended with honey and other natural ingredients, then bottled at 35% ABV — a notably higher strength than many whisky liqueurs, which preserves greater malt character and complexity beneath the sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malty and full-bodied with generous honey sweetness and a gentle drop of maritime salinity. Underneath, toffee and dried fruit aromas emerge with time in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is sweet and immediately approachable, moving quickly into herbal and toffee-rich mid-palate flavors. Milk chocolate, orange zest, and dried fruits build through the center, balanced by rugged, slightly saline undertones that betray the whisky's coastal origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm and comforting with moderate length, the sweetness gradually recedes to reveal lingering malt and a faint herbal dryness. The finish avoids the cloying quality common in many liqueurs, thanks in part to the higher bottling strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Stroma\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStroma is well-suited to sipping neat after dinner, where its honeyed warmth and malt backbone can be appreciated without dilution. Chilling it slightly or serving over a single large ice cube tempers the sweetness and brings the herbal notes forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a \u003cstrong\u003eRusty Nail\u003c\/strong\u003e, Stroma substitutes seamlessly for Drambuie, pairing with a robust Scotch to create a richer, more coastal version of the classic. A \u003cstrong\u003ePenicillin variation\u003c\/strong\u003e benefits from Stroma's honey and citrus character in place of the traditional honey-ginger syrup component. It also shines in a \u003cstrong\u003eHighland Hot Toddy\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its toffee and orange zest notes amplify the warming effect of hot water and lemon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter-dinner sipping as a dessert course alternative\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a Scotch whisky enthusiast who appreciates Highland malts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing someone to whisky-based liqueurs with a higher-proof, less sugary option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a home bar's Scotch liqueur selection alongside classic bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Stroma taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Stroma delivers a sweet, honeyed profile layered with toffee, milk chocolate, orange zest, and dried fruits, underpinned by the coastal malt character of Old Pulteney whisky. Herbal notes and a touch of salinity add complexity beyond what most whisky liqueurs offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Stroma compare to Drambuie?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are Scotch-based honey liqueurs, but Stroma is bottled at 35% ABV versus Drambuie's 40%, and its flavor leans more toward toffee and maritime malt rather than Drambuie's pronounced herbal and spice character. Many reviewers consider Stroma smoother and less overtly sweet, with a more prominent whisky backbone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Stroma good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — its 35% ABV and balanced sweetness make it an excellent neat pour, particularly after dinner. The higher proof relative to many liqueurs means the underlying malt whisky flavors remain clearly present.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Stroma made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Stroma is produced at Pulteney Distillery in Wick, Caithness, in the Scottish Highlands. The distillery is one of the most northerly on the Scottish mainland, and the liqueur takes its name from the nearby island of Stroma in the Pentland Firth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Stroma?\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark chocolate truffles complement its toffee and cocoa notes. Aged cheddar or Stilton contrasts its sweetness with savory depth. Orange-glazed desserts mirror its citrus zest character. Shortbread amplifies the buttery, malty qualities. Smoked salmon creates an interesting interplay with Stroma's subtle maritime salinity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Stroma come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Stroma Liqueur is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Stroma worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Stroma positions as a mid-range whisky liqueur that punches above its price tier. Its use of award-winning Old Pulteney malt whisky as a base, combined with a Gold Medal from the 2016 International Spirits Challenge, represents strong value within the Scotch liqueur category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Stroma?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStroma stands apart from the crowded whisky liqueur field because its base spirit comes from one of Scotland's most distinctive coastal distilleries, and that origin shows up clearly in the glass. The 35% ABV bottling strength preserves more malt character than lower-proof competitors, resulting in a liqueur that genuinely tastes like whisky rather than flavored syrup. Its Gold Medal at the 2016 International Spirits Challenge and recognition at the 2015 International Wine \u0026amp; Spirit Competition confirm that judges agree. For anyone who finds most whisky liqueurs too sweet or one-dimensional, Stroma's balance of honey, toffee, citrus, and Highland malt salinity makes a compelling case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stroma","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838836469929,"sku":"29518","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Stroma-Liqueur-By-Old-Pulteney__09961.jpg?v=1730514062"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/stroma.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}