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St. Magdalene 1981, bottled in 1999 by Gordon & MacPhail for their celebrated Connoisseurs Choice series, is a rare and historically significant single malt from one of Scotland’s most revered closed Lowland distilleries.

Distilled in 1981 and matured patiently before bottling, this release captures the elegant, waxy and subtly complex character for which St. Magdalene is so highly regarded. Long ageing has softened and refined the spirit, revealing layers of citrus, gentle herbs and polished oak—an evocative glimpse into a lost era of Lowland whisky production.

A true collector’s dram, this Connoisseurs Choice bottling offers both provenance and poise, standing as a testament to Gordon & MacPhail’s long-standing role as custodians of Scotland’s whisky heritage.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

  • From the closed St. Magdalene (Linlithgow) distillery

  • Distilled in 1981 and bottled in 1999

  • Bottled by Gordon & MacPhail

  • Part of the iconic Connoisseurs Choice series

  • A classic, elegant Lowland single malt

  • Increasingly sought after by collectors worldwide

Bottle Information

Bottler: Gordon & MacPhail
ABV: 40.00%
Type: Single Malt Scotch
Region: Lowland
Vintage: 1981
Volume: 70cl

Tasting Notes

Nose: Waxy citrus, lemon peel and gentle herbs, followed by honeyed malt and polished oak. Palate: Refined and layered, delivering soft citrus fruits, cereal sweetness and light spice, with a subtle waxy texture throughout. Finish: Long, clean and gently drying, leaving lingering notes of citrus oil, malt and old oak.
St. Magdalene (Linlithgow)

St. Magdalene (Linlithgow) 1981 Connoisseurs Choice

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