Spirit of Scotland

Port Ellen Spirit of Scotland 21 Year Old, 1979, Gordon & MacPhail, 40%

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TypeSingle Malt Whisky
MRI
MRI 28
Average Score
N.A
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Description

An Islay distillery that developed a cult status following its closure by Distillery Company in 1983. Originally only providing fillings for blends, its single had become hugely sought-after by the turn of the 21st century, so much so in fact that it was re-opened again by Diageo in 2024. A brand of independently bottled Scotch whisky from Gordon & MacPhail, labelled as being bottled by either Spe ...

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Region
Islay
Age
21 Years
Vintage
1979
Bottled
2000
ABV
40%
Volume
70cl
Distillery
Spirit of Scotland
Origin
Scotland
Cask type
N.A
Bottling
Independent Bottling - Gordon & MacPhail
Peated
Peated
Single cask
No
Non-chill filtered
N.A
Cask origin
N.A
Cask no.
N.A
Batch
N.A
PPM
N.A
Barley
N.A
Fermentation
N.A
Master distiller (bottling)
N.A
Master distiller (distillation)
N.A
Limited edition
No
Bottle count
N.A
Has box
Yes
Closure
Cork
Presentation
Box
Series highlights
Spirit of Scotland
Historical context
N.A
Special release
N.A
Allocation
N.A
Nose
Flaunts juicy red apples, dried apricots, and ripe cherries accentuated by nutmeg and fennel. The seasoned oak ties these elements into a refined and intricate bouquet.
Palate
An initial burst of butterscotch and orchard fruits complemented by toasted almonds. A touch of sea salt weaves through, enhancing its smooth and velvety texture.
Finish
Ends with a delightfully long finish, featuring lingering caramel and gentle spice, encapsulating a journey from fruity brightness to a spicy-sweet finale.
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