Bruichladdich 15 Year Old - Late 1990s
- Distillery
- Bruichladdich
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 15 years
- Price
- £150
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Leathery, Old Wood, Medicinal, Oily
- Description
- Bruichladdich's 15-year-old from the late 1990s represents the distillery before its 2001 reopening, making this vintage release historically significant. Classic unpeated Islay character defines this period bottling.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Bruichladdich 15 Year Old - Late 1990s is a 15-year-old single malt from Bruichladdich (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 43% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, peaty and oaky character — smokey, leathery, old wood, medicinal. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Bruichladdich's 15-year-old from the late 1990s represents the distillery before its 2001 reopening, making this vintage release historically significant. Classic unpeated Islay character defines this period bottling.
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