Dufftown 12 Year Old - 1980s (1L)
- Distillery
- Dufftown
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £150
- Tasting notes
- Nutty, Honey, Toasted, Malt Extract, Old Wood
- Description
- Distilled during the late Bell's era in the 1980s, this 12-year-old Dufftown represents Speyside craftsmanship at a formative moment in the distillery's history. The rich, nutty profile reveals the character that made Dufftown whisky valued in major blends—a foundation of honey-touched malt with subtle spice and deepness that rewards contemplation. A time capsule for those seeking authentic Speyside character from a pivotal period in the distillery's production.
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Dufftown 12 Year Old - 1980s (1L) is a 12-year-old single malt from Dufftown (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 43% ABV. Expect oaky, sweet and gentle spice character — nutty, honey, toasted, malt extract. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Distilled during the late Bell's era in the 1980s, this 12-year-old Dufftown represents Speyside craftsmanship at a formative moment in the distillery's history. The rich, nutty profile reveals the character that made Dufftown whisky valued in major blends—a foundation of honey-touched malt with subtle spice and deepness that rewards contemplation. A time capsule for those seeking authentic Speyside character from a pivotal period in the distillery's production.
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