Bunnahabhain 43 Year Old - Director’s Special (The Single Malts of Scotland)
- Distillery
- Bunnahabhain
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 41.4%
- Age
- 43 years
- Price
- £1200
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Smokey, Leathery, Medicinal
- Description
- 43 years on Islay's shores gives Bunnahabhain a depth marked by 'Old Wood' and 'Medicinal' scents. ABV sits at 41.4%, not overbearing but present. At £1200, consider if its story speaks to you.
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Bunnahabhain 43 Year Old - Director’s Special (The Single Malts of Scotland) is a 43-year-old single malt from Bunnahabhain (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 41.4% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, oaky and peaty character — old wood, smokey, leathery, medicinal. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
43 years on Islay's shores gives Bunnahabhain a depth marked by 'Old Wood' and 'Medicinal' scents. ABV sits at 41.4%, not overbearing but present. At £1200, consider if its story speaks to you.
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