Oban 12 Year Old (Special Release 2021)
- Distillery
- Oban
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 56.2%
- Age
- 12 years
- Price
- £105.53
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Oily, Fresh Fruit, Toasted, Medicinal
- Description
- 12 years in the making, Oban's special release from 2021 comes in strong at 56.2% ABV. People tag it 'Smokey' with a touch of 'Medicinal'—sounds intriguing. Priced at £105.53, you decide if the intrigue is worth the punt.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Oban 12 Year Old (Special Release 2021) is a 12-year-old single malt from Oban (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 56.2% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, intensely smoky and peaty character — smokey, oily, fresh fruit, toasted. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
12 years in the making, Oban's special release from 2021 comes in strong at 56.2% ABV. People tag it 'Smokey' with a touch of 'Medicinal'—sounds intriguing. Priced at £105.53, you decide if the intrigue is worth the punt.
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