Bottle Information
Scape 2001 Vintage Island single malt Scotch whisky. Matured in 1st Fill Bourbon Barrels. and bottled 2016 by Gordon & MacPhail.
Scapa
Scapa Distillery was established by John Townsend in 1885 close by the shore of Scapa Bay in Scapa Flow near Kirkwall on the Orkney Islands. Scapa Distillery one of only a very few Scottish distilleries to have retained some Corten steel washbacks and is equipped with just two stills including a novel wash still which incorporates the shell of an old Lomond still. In contrast to the other Kirkwall distillery Scapa Distillery produces only unpeated single malt whisky.
Nose: Light and fruity with green apples, white grapes and sweet vanilla. A subtle smokiness develops.
Taste: Chili spices initially with grapefruit, a slight nuttiness and a lingering creamy milk chocolate edge.
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Scapa
Scapa Distillery, founded by John Townsend in 1885, sits near the serene Scapa Bay in Scapa Flow, close to Kirkwallin the Orkney Islands. Renowned for its craftsmanship, Scapa is one of the few distilleries to retain Corten steel washbacks and features a unique wash still incorporating a modified Lomond still shell. Unlike its local counterpart, Scapa exclusively produces unpeated single malt whisky, celebrated for its smooth and delicate profile. With limited official and independent bottlings, partly due to historically low production, Scapa’s whiskies are treasured by enthusiasts worldwide.
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