Old Orkney 2003 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drinks for Whisky Show 2024 Island Whisky
- Distillery
- Old Orkney
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £249
- Tasting notes
- Honey, Citric, Smokey, Fresh Fruit
- Description
- Old Orkney's 2003 distillate matured for 20 years in a refill hogshead before this 2024 Decadent Drinks bottling at cask strength (55.8% abv), delivering a coastal single malt marked by heather, honey, and restrained peat alongside citrus and stone fruit. The longer maturation in refill wood develops complexity while the higher abv preserves the spirit's intensity and reveals additional layers. Best enjoyed by those seeking full-strength island character without excessive new wood influence.
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Old Orkney 2003 / 20 Year Old / Decadent Drinks for Whisky Show 2024 Island Whisky is a from Old Orkney (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, vibrant and fruity and sweet character — honey, citric, smokey, fresh fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Old Orkney's 2003 distillate matured for 20 years in a refill hogshead before this 2024 Decadent Drinks bottling at cask strength (55.8% abv), delivering a coastal single malt marked by heather, honey, and restrained peat alongside citrus and stone fruit. The longer maturation in refill wood develops complexity while the higher abv preserves the spirit's intensity and reveals additional layers. Best enjoyed by those seeking full-strength island character without excessive new wood influence.
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