The 1987 - 26 Year Old Touch.Pause.Enjoy (The New Zealand Whisky Company)

Distillery
The New Zealand Whisky Company
Region
Country
New Zealand
Type
Single Malt
ABV
54.5%
Age
26 years
Price
£298.4
Tasting notes
Vanilla, Honey, Old Wood, Dried Fruit, Toasted
Description
The New Zealand Whisky Company's 1987 vintage was distilled at the now-closed Willowbank distillery and matured for 26 years in ex-bourbon casks before bottling in 2013, making it a historical marker of New Zealand's whisky pioneer. The spirit carries the lighter, more delicate character typical of New Zealand distillation, with vanilla and cereal notes from its bourbon cask maturation. Named after the Rugby World Cup year and referee commands, this release suits collectors seeking rare Southern Hemisphere whisky history.

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ABV

54.5%

Age

26 yr

Style

Single

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The 1987 - 26 Year Old Touch.Pause.Enjoy (The New Zealand Whisky Company) is a 26-year-old single malt from The New Zealand Whisky Company (New Zealand), bottled at 54.5% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, sweet and oaky character — vanilla, honey, old wood, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.

The New Zealand Whisky Company's 1987 vintage was distilled at the now-closed Willowbank distillery and matured for 26 years in ex-bourbon casks before bottling in 2013, making it a historical marker of New Zealand's whisky pioneer. The spirit carries the lighter, more delicate character typical of New Zealand distillation, with vanilla and cereal notes from its bourbon cask maturation. Named after the Rugby World Cup year and referee commands, this release suits collectors seeking rare Southern Hemisphere whisky history.

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