Strathisla 18 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead)
- Distillery
- Strathisla
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 56.9%
- Age
- 18 years
- Price
- £68.07
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Malt Extract, Toasted, Honey, Fresh Fruit, Vanilla
- Description
- 18 years in, Strathisla's 1997 Small Batch cuts to the chase with 56.9% ABV. Priced at a mere £68.07, it might be a bargain or a gamble. Honey and 'Fresh Fruit' clash with 'Malt Extract' for an odd dance. Rating says 5.0, but you be the judge.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Strathisla 18 Year Old 1997 - Small Batch (WM Cadenhead) is a 18-year-old single malt from Strathisla (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 56.9% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — malt extract, toasted, honey, fresh fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
18 years in, Strathisla's 1997 Small Batch cuts to the chase with 56.9% ABV. Priced at a mere £68.07, it might be a bargain or a gamble. Honey and 'Fresh Fruit' clash with 'Malt Extract' for an odd dance. Rating says 5.0, but you be the judge.
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