Glenesk 1982 / Bot.1995 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky
- Distillery
- Glenesk
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £450
- Tasting notes
- Malt Extract, Hay-like, Toasted, Nutty, Leafy
- Description
- Gordon & MacPhail's 1982 vintage Glenesk, bottled in 1995 at 40% ABV, represents a rare window into this now-defunct Highland distillery, mothballed in 1983 and later converted to private housing. This bottling captures the distillery's character before it ceased production, making it a historical snapshot. A collectible dram for those seeking retired Scottish distillery bottlings.
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Glenesk 1982 / Bot.1995 / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky is a from Glenesk (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect floral, oaky and subtly sweet character — malt extract, hay-like, toasted, nutty. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Gordon & MacPhail's 1982 vintage Glenesk, bottled in 1995 at 40% ABV, represents a rare window into this now-defunct Highland distillery, mothballed in 1983 and later converted to private housing. This bottling captures the distillery's character before it ceased production, making it a historical snapshot. A collectible dram for those seeking retired Scottish distillery bottlings.
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