Cult of Islay 32 Year Old 1988 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid)
- Distillery
- Murray McDavid
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Blended
- ABV
- 50%
- Age
- 32 years
- Price
- £185
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Sherried, Old Wood, Dried Fruit, Oily
- Description
- Murray McDavid's Cult of Islay combines Islay malt and Lowland grain whiskies distilled in 1988 and matured for 32 years in bourbon and sherry casks. The long maturation balances maritime Islay character with rich cask influence and smooth grain backbone.
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ABV
50%
Age
32 yr
Style
Blended
✦ Neatly Summary
Cult of Islay 32 Year Old 1988 - Crafted Blend (Murray McDavid) is a 32-year-old blended from Murray McDavid (Scotland), bottled at 50% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and sweet character — smokey, sherried, old wood, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Murray McDavid's Cult of Islay combines Islay malt and Lowland grain whiskies distilled in 1988 and matured for 32 years in bourbon and sherry casks. The long maturation balances maritime Islay character with rich cask influence and smooth grain backbone.
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