Bell's Christmas 1988 Blended Scotch Whisky
- Distillery
- Bell's
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £250
- Tasting notes
- Malt Extract, Honey, Vanilla, Toasted
- Description
- Bell's 1988 Christmas Decanter holds the brand's 8-year-old blended Scotch, a snapshot of Bell's house style from the late 1970s distillation. Bell's blend, built on grain whisky and malt from Highland Park and Glenkinchie, offers approachability and balance rather than regional character. The presentation reflects 1980s prestige gifting, making this a collectible artifact as much as a drinking whisky. This appeals to those seeking vintage blended Scotch or Bell's brand history rather than contemporary flavor complexity.
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ABV
40%
Age
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Style
Price
£250
✦ Neatly Summary
Bell's Christmas 1988 Blended Scotch Whisky is a from Bell's (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and delicately floral character — malt extract, honey, vanilla, toasted. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Bell's 1988 Christmas Decanter holds the brand's 8-year-old blended Scotch, a snapshot of Bell's house style from the late 1970s distillation. Bell's blend, built on grain whisky and malt from Highland Park and Glenkinchie, offers approachability and balance rather than regional character. The presentation reflects 1980s prestige gifting, making this a collectible artifact as much as a drinking whisky. This appeals to those seeking vintage blended Scotch or Bell's brand history rather than contemporary flavor complexity.
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