Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 1989 - Black Art 3.1
- Distillery
- Bruichladdich
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 48.7%
- Age
- 22 years
- Price
- £499
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Leathery, Old Wood
- Description
- Islay serves yet another 'Smokey' gem in Bruichladdich's 22 Year Old 1989 Black Art 3.1. A unique single malt at 48.7% ABV, it's for those who cherish 'Old Wood' and 'Medicinal' profiles. A steep £499 price tag makes it a luxury or a mystery. With a perfect 5.0 rating, this bottle stands as a high-stakes indulgence.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Bruichladdich 22 Year Old 1989 - Black Art 3.1 is a 22-year-old single malt from Bruichladdich (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 48.7% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, oaky and peaty character — smokey, medicinal, leathery, old wood. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Islay serves yet another 'Smokey' gem in Bruichladdich's 22 Year Old 1989 Black Art 3.1. A unique single malt at 48.7% ABV, it's for those who cherish 'Old Wood' and 'Medicinal' profiles. A steep £499 price tag makes it a luxury or a mystery. With a perfect 5.0 rating, this bottle stands as a high-stakes indulgence.
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