Bunnahabhain 1998 / 23 Year Old / Adelphi Islay Whisky
- Distillery
- Bunnahabhain
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £400
- Tasting notes
- Tobacco, Sherried, Citric
- Description
- Aged for 23 years in refill oloroso sherry cask, this Adelphi bottling showcases Bunnahabhain's ability to absorb secondary wood influence while maintaining distillery character. At 53.5% ABV, pomegranate, chewing tobacco, salted caramel, and umami-driven notes combine in an unusually savoury profile. The texture is rich and mouth-coating, with a long, spiced finish. A distinctive expression that bridges the gap between classic Bunnahabhain and sherry-influenced complexity.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Bunnahabhain 1998 / 23 Year Old / Adelphi Islay Whisky is a from Bunnahabhain (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — tobacco, sherried, citric. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Aged for 23 years in refill oloroso sherry cask, this Adelphi bottling showcases Bunnahabhain's ability to absorb secondary wood influence while maintaining distillery character. At 53.5% ABV, pomegranate, chewing tobacco, salted caramel, and umami-driven notes combine in an unusually savoury profile. The texture is rich and mouth-coating, with a long, spiced finish. A distinctive expression that bridges the gap between classic Bunnahabhain and sherry-influenced complexity.
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