Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018)
- Distillery
- Pittyvaich
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 52.1%
- Age
- 28 years
- Price
- £499
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Malt Extract, Vanilla, Honey, Fresh Fruit, Old Wood
- Description
- This 1989 Pittyvaich, bottled at cask strength (52.1%), was released by Diageo in 2018 as part of a series celebrating the long-closed distillery. Matured in refill American oak hogsheads, it develops the dry, spiced character typical of Speyside while maintaining considerable depth from three decades of aging. The higher proof delivers weight and complexity without harshness. Ideal for whisky enthusiasts who seek depth and rarity over refinement alone.
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Pittyvaich 28 Year Old 1989 (Special Release 2018) is a 28-year-old single malt from Pittyvaich (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 52.1% ABV. Expect heavily oaked, sweet and fruity character — malt extract, vanilla, honey, fresh fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This 1989 Pittyvaich, bottled at cask strength (52.1%), was released by Diageo in 2018 as part of a series celebrating the long-closed distillery. Matured in refill American oak hogsheads, it develops the dry, spiced character typical of Speyside while maintaining considerable depth from three decades of aging. The higher proof delivers weight and complexity without harshness. Ideal for whisky enthusiasts who seek depth and rarity over refinement alone.
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