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Deanston Magnificent Desolation 11 Year Old 2012 is a captivating Highland single malt Scotch whisky, released to commemorate one of humanity’s most profound moments—Pilot Edwin “Buzz” Aldrin taking the first human steps on the Moon’s surface on 20th July 1969. Distilled in 2012 and matured in a single first fill bourbon barrel (#TWB1033), this exclusive release was bottled in March 2023. Just 242 individually numbered bottles were drawn from the cask, making it a truly limited and collectible expression.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

  • Aged 11 years in a single first fill bourbon barrel (#TWB1033)

  • Distilled in 2012 and bottled March 2023

  • Created to commemorate Buzz Aldrin’s historic Apollo Moon landing

  • Limited to just 242 individually numbered bottles

  • A beautifully expressive Highland single malt with clarity, balance, and elegance

  • A symbolic, story-rich release celebrating human achievement and discovery

The Deanston Magnificent Desolation 11 Year Old 2012 is a whisky of reflection, wonder, and flavour. With its bright bourbon-cask character and powerful story, it offers a unique experience for collectors, explorers, and lovers of beautifully crafted single malt Scotch whisky.

Bottle Information

Bottler: The Whisky Barrel
Cask Type: first fill bourbon barrel
Cask #: #TWB1033
ABV: 57.50%
Type: Single Malt Scotch
Region: Highland
Age: 11 Year Old
Vintage: 2012
Volume: 70cl

Tasting Notes

Constellation of ripe vanilla pds and solar pear drops leading to an exploration of lime and kiwi fruit orbiting tropical fruit juice. White chocolate and a toffee meteor shower dwarfs of long marmalade finish.

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Cask #TWB1033

Deanston Magnificent Desolation 11 Year Old 2012

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