Teaninich 1981 / 16 Years Old / First Cask #89/587/93 Highland Whisky
- Distillery
- Teaninich
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £250
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Toasted, Nutty, Malt Extract, Leathery
- Description
- Teaninich's 1981 vintage represents a rare glimpse into the distillery's production during a pivotal era, bottled independently at natural cask strength in the late 1990s. This single cask offering delivers the classic Highland character of the period—orchard fruits and honey with a subtle waxy texture that reflects its 16 years in first-fill wood. The finish is dry and lingering, with developing spice notes that suggest careful evolution in the cask. This is a whisky for collectors seeking authentic Highland spirit from a traditionally underrated distillery.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Teaninich 1981 / 16 Years Old / First Cask #89/587/93 Highland Whisky is a from Teaninich (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect oaky, subtly sweet and gentle spice character — old wood, toasted, nutty, malt extract. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Teaninich's 1981 vintage represents a rare glimpse into the distillery's production during a pivotal era, bottled independently at natural cask strength in the late 1990s. This single cask offering delivers the classic Highland character of the period—orchard fruits and honey with a subtle waxy texture that reflects its 16 years in first-fill wood. The finish is dry and lingering, with developing spice notes that suggest careful evolution in the cask. This is a whisky for collectors seeking authentic Highland spirit from a traditionally underrated distillery.
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