Glenesk 1984 / 38 Year Old / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky
- Distillery
- Glenesk
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £2145
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Old Wood, Nutty, Dried Fruit, Tobacco
- Description
- Glenesk distillery, built in 1897 and closed in 1996, yielded this rare 1984 vintage now bottled by Gordon & MacPhail at natural cask strength and cask colour. Matured in a refill sherry butt, it develops complex rancio character—oxidative notes of dried fruit, leather, and wood that deepen with air. This is essential for collectors of closed-distillery whiskies and those seeking the weight and character of older Highland malts.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Glenesk 1984 / 38 Year Old / Connoisseurs Choice Highland Whisky is a from Glenesk (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect fruity, oaky and sweet character — sherried, old wood, nutty, dried fruit. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Glenesk distillery, built in 1897 and closed in 1996, yielded this rare 1984 vintage now bottled by Gordon & MacPhail at natural cask strength and cask colour. Matured in a refill sherry butt, it develops complex rancio character—oxidative notes of dried fruit, leather, and wood that deepen with air. This is essential for collectors of closed-distillery whiskies and those seeking the weight and character of older Highland malts.
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