Strathmill 28 Year Old 1996 Murray McDavid Mission Gold

Discover a Speyside rarity with Strathmill 28 Year Old – 1996 Vintage, Murray McDavid “Mission Gold”. Initially aged in refill bourbon wood, this single malt received an extended finish in hand-selected Saint-Julien red-wine barriques from Bordeaux, where vibrant cassis and silky tannins fused with Strathmill’s gentle orchard-fruit spirit. Bottled in 2025 at a respectful 48 % ABV, non-chill-filtered and natural in colour, the release is limited to just 516 individually numbered bottles—an elegant union of Speyside charm and Left-Bank sophistication.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

• Extended finishing in Saint-Julien Bordeaux barriques infuses Strathmill’s light, fruity core with lush berry richness and refined tannic structure.

• 28 years of total maturation marry mature Speyside elegance with complex wine-cask depth.

• Bottled at 48 % ABV, non-chill-filtered and natural colour, preserving full body, aroma and authenticity.

• Limited edition of 516 bottles within Murray McDavid’s prestigious Mission Gold range—perfect for collectors seeking an uncommon, wine-enhanced Speyside malt.

Enjoy this distinguished Strathmill for a captivating interplay of orchard fruit, dark berries and polished oak—an unforgettable dram that bridges Speyside serenity and Bordeaux grandeur.