Brora 23 Year Old 1980 (cask 824) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod)
- Distillery
- Brora
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 49%
- Age
- 23 years
- Price
- £995
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Old Wood, Leathery, Dried Fruit
- Description
- Distilled at Brora in 1980, just three years before the distillery's closure, and aged 23 years before bottling in 2003, this Ian Macleod release captures the elusive character of one of Highland whisky's most sought-after closed distilleries. Only 276 bottles were released.
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Brora 23 Year Old 1980 (cask 824) - Dun Bheagan (Ian Macleod) is a 23-year-old single malt from Brora (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 49% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, vibrant and fruity and oaky character — smokey, old wood, leathery, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Distilled at Brora in 1980, just three years before the distillery's closure, and aged 23 years before bottling in 2003, this Ian Macleod release captures the elusive character of one of Highland whisky's most sought-after closed distilleries. Only 276 bottles were released.
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