Port Ellen 1981 / 18 Year Old / Provenance Islay Whisky
- Distillery
- Port Ellen
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £1500
- Tasting notes
- Oily, Leathery, Smokey, Medicinal
- Description
- Port Ellen's 1981 vintage, selected by McGibbon's and bottled at 18 years of age, represents the now-closed Islay distillery at its maritime peak. Oily and textured with spice, pepper, leather, and seaweed notes creating a distinctly coastal character. An essential dram for those chasing Port Ellen's distinctive smoky, briny signature.
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Port Ellen 1981 / 18 Year Old / Provenance Islay Whisky is a from Port Ellen (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, peaty and oaky character — oily, leathery, smokey, medicinal. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Port Ellen's 1981 vintage, selected by McGibbon's and bottled at 18 years of age, represents the now-closed Islay distillery at its maritime peak. Oily and textured with spice, pepper, leather, and seaweed notes creating a distinctly coastal character. An essential dram for those chasing Port Ellen's distinctive smoky, briny signature.
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