Glen Albyn 28 Year Old 1981 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory)
- Distillery
- Glen Albyn
- Region
- Highland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 53.1%
- Age
- 28 years
- Price
- £81.95
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Toasted, Malt Extract, Leathery, Tobacco
- Description
- Glen Albyn 1981 in hogshead 51, bottled by Signatory in 2009—a rare glimpse of this closed Highland distillery at 28 years. The long maturation has mellowed the spirit into subtle orchard fruit and warming spice, with the depth only vintage stock can provide.
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Glen Albyn 28 Year Old 1981 - Cask Strength Collection (Signatory) is a 28-year-old single malt from Glen Albyn (Highland, Scotland), bottled at 53.1% ABV. Expect oaky, sweet and gentle spice character — old wood, toasted, malt extract, leathery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
Glen Albyn 1981 in hogshead 51, bottled by Signatory in 2009—a rare glimpse of this closed Highland distillery at 28 years. The long maturation has mellowed the spirit into subtle orchard fruit and warming spice, with the depth only vintage stock can provide.
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