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A treasured relic from a bygone era, this Rare Old 2015 bottling by Gordon & MacPhail hails from a lost Scottish distillery, now silent but never forgotten. Matured in a refill sherry hogshead, this single malt captures the refined spirit of a distillery whose whiskies are increasingly scarce. Bottled from Lot RO/15/08161, it forms part of Gordon & MacPhail’s revered Rare Old series, celebrated for reviving exceptional, mature whiskies from closed distilleries.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

  • Distilled at a closed distillery, making it a rare and collectible piece of whisky history.

  • Matured in a refill sherry hogshead, ensuring balanced complexity and subtle sherry influence.

  • Bottled in 2015 by Gordon & MacPhail from Lot RO/15/08161—part of their highly regarded Rare Old series.

  • Offers a refined, old-style character seldom found in modern malts.

  • Unrepeatable and deeply evocative—perfect for collectors and connoisseurs alike.

A ghost of Scotland’s whisky-making past—elegant, rare, and timeless.

Bottle Information

Bottler: Gordon & MacPhail
Cask Type: refill sherry hogshead
Cask #: Lot #RO/15/08161
ABV: 46.00%
Type: Single Malt Scotch
Region: Speyside
Vintage: 1980
Volume: 70cl

Tasting Notes

Nose: Subtle Sherry aromas lead to plum, red apple, and custard notes. A fresh lime undertone develops. Taste: Peppery but creamy with lemon, grapefruit, and hints of cocoa powder. Charred oak flavours combine with a hint of liquorice.
Coleburn
Cask Lot #RO/15/08161

Coleburn 1981 Rare Old Gordon & MacPhail (2015)

Regular price £1,000.00 GBP
Regular price Sale price £1,000.00 GBP
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£833.33 GBP ex VAT

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