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The Imperial 22 Year Old 1996 is a rare Speyside single malt Scotch whisky from the closed Imperial Distillery. Distilled in 1996 and matured in a single barrel (#873), it was bottled in June 2018 by Elixir Distillers for their respected Single Malts of Scotland series. With only 253 bottles produced, this limited single cask release offers a refined example of Imperial’s fruit-forward, elegant house style.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

  • Distilled at the long-lost Imperial Distillery, a demolished Speyside gem

  • Matured for 22 years in a single barrel (#873)

  • Bottled June 2018 by Elixir Distillers for the Single Malts of Scotland series

  • Limited to just 253 bottles worldwide

  • A rare single cask showcasing Imperial’s delicate fruit-driven character

The Imperial 22 Year Old 1996 Single Malts of Scotland is a rare collectible from a distillery that will never produce again. With its refined fruitiness, honeyed sweetness, and graceful oak influence, it offers both whisky enthusiasts and collectors an unforgettable taste of Imperial’s legacy.

Bottle Information

Bottler: Elixir Distillers
Cask Type: single barrel
Cask #: #873
ABV: 49.10%
Type: Single Malt Scotch
Region: Speyside
Age: 22 Year Old
Vintage: 1996
Volume: 70cl

Tasting Notes

Nose Fresh and inviting with aromas of orchard fruits, citrus zest, honey, and soft vanilla layered with gentle floral notes. Palate Silky and balanced, delivering flavours of ripe apples, pear drops, creamy malt, and vanilla cream, lifted by oak spice and subtle herbs. Finish Long and graceful, with lingering fruit sweetness, honeyed malt, and refined oak depth.
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Cask #873

Imperial 22 Year Old 1996 Single Malts of Scotland

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