Bruichladdich 10 Year Old / Bot.1990s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- Distillery
- Bruichladdich
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £225
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Fresh Fruit, Malt Extract, Toasted
- Description
- This 1990s-era Bruichladdich 10-year-old was distilled in the 1980s and released around the time of the distillery's 1995 closure, capturing the final years of Bruichladdich's previous era. At 40% ABV and standard age, it represents the distillery's core product before the Jim McEwan revival. The profile emphasizes Islay character with moderate peat and maritime notes. A historical marker for those tracking Bruichladdich's evolution across ownership changes.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Bruichladdich 10 Year Old / Bot.1990s Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a from Bruichladdich (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and oaky character — smokey, fresh fruit, malt extract, toasted. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This 1990s-era Bruichladdich 10-year-old was distilled in the 1980s and released around the time of the distillery's 1995 closure, capturing the final years of Bruichladdich's previous era. At 40% ABV and standard age, it represents the distillery's core product before the Jim McEwan revival. The profile emphasizes Islay character with moderate peat and maritime notes. A historical marker for those tracking Bruichladdich's evolution across ownership changes.
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