Macduff 26 Year Old 1997 Murray McDavid Mission Gold

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Macduff 26 Year Old 1997 Murray McDavid Mission Gold is a rare and highly collectible Highland single malt Scotch whisky, bottled by Murray McDavid as part of their prestigious Mission Gold series. Read more
Macduff 26 Year Old 1997 Murray McDavid Mission Gold
Regular price £192.48 GBP
Regular price Sale price £192.48 GBP
£160.40 ex VAT
Sale Sold out

Bottle Information

Bottler: Murray McDavid
Cask Type: Oloroso & Pauillac Red Wine Casks
Type: Single Malt Scotch
Volume: 70cl
Region: Highland
Vintage: 1997
Age: 26 Year Old
ABV: 47.90%

Tasting Notes

Nose Deep and expressive, with notes of raisins, dark berries, plum, roasted nuts, and polished oak, alongside hints of spice and red wine richness. Palate Full-bodied and complex, offering flavours of dried fruits, blackcurrant, caramel, malt sweetness, dark chocolate, and warming spice, supported by refined oak. Finish Long and luxurious, with lingering red fruits, sweet spice, gentle tannins, and elegant oak.

Macduff 26 Year Old 1997 Murray McDavid Mission Gold is a rare and highly collectible Highland single malt Scotch whisky, bottled by Murray McDavid as part of their prestigious Mission Gold series. Distilled in 1997 at Macduff Distillery and matured for 26 years, this exceptional expression showcases the distillery’s smooth and characterful spirit.

Initially matured in traditional oak casks, this whisky undergoes a dual finishing process—first in Oloroso sherry casks, imparting rich layers of dried fruits and nutty depth, followed by a final maturation in Pauillac red wine casks from Bordeaux. This unique cask combination creates a beautifully complex and indulgent profile, balancing sherried richness with bold red fruit and subtle tannic structure.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

  • Rare Highland single malt Scotch whisky from Macduff Distillery
  • Distilled 1997, matured 26 years
  • Dual cask finish: Oloroso sherry and Pauillac red wine casks
  • Bottled by Murray McDavid for the Mission Gold series
  • A rich, complex whisky with layers of fruit, spice, and oak
  • A distinctive and highly collectible long-aged expression
  • Awarded 85 points on WhiskyFun.com, March 2026

The Macduff 26 Year Old 1997 Mission Gold is a beautifully crafted and indulgent single malt, offering depth, complexity, and a unique cask-driven character. A superb addition for collectors and connoisseurs of innovative, long-aged Scotch whisky.

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MacduffMacduff Distillery, founded in 1960 and located near the coastal town of Macduff on the banks of the River Deveron in Scotland’s prestigious Highland whisky region, has expanded to operate five stills since its inception. As a renowned Highland malt whisky distillery, Macduff primarily supplies esteemed Dewar’s blends. Its official single malt releases are branded as Glen Deveron, while independent bottlers offer distinctive Macduff single malts. Celebrated for its quality and tradition, Macduff Distillery remains a vital contributor to the Highland whisky landscape, delivering exceptional single malt Scotch to enthusiasts worldwide.
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