Description

Single sherry cask #4717. A 25 year old from the lost Islay distillery bottled Autumn 2008.

Distillery: Port Ellen

Founded in 1825; closed in 1983. CLOSED, just the thought of it brings the tears to every eye, of every whisky connoisseur, everywhere. Twenty five years passed since the last distillation, long maturation, dwindling stocks, awesome whisky.

Tasting Notes

The nose opens with a clean maritime style plus spices and honey carrying a bandaged and medicinal quality. Initial saltiness on the palate runs to interestingly dry bonfire ashes. The finish is long reminiscent of "Arbroath Smokies" with soft chewed leather, tar and creosote lingering on.

Product Details

Age: 25 Years Old
Vintage: 1983
Volume: 70cl
ABV: 46.0%
Bottler: Douglas McGibbon

STOCK AVAILABILITY: SOLD OUT