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North of Scotland 46 Year Old 1971 (Master of Malt) is a 46-year-old grain from North of Scotland (Scotland), bottled at 41% ABV. Expect richly sweet, heavily oaked and gentle spice character — old wood, vanilla, malt extract, honey. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.

North of Scotland distillery's 1971 grain whisky represents a rare expression from this short-lived Highlands grain producer, aged 46 years in refill ex-bourbon barrel. Grain whiskies from this era emphasize subtle cereal and vanilla character rather than the complexity of malts, making this an historical curiosity and tasting reference for pre-1980 grain production. The extended maturation in refill wood preserved delicate spirit character while adding light oak influence and a refined, dry texture. Essential for grain-whisky historians and collectors documenting Scottish distillery heritage.

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