Name: St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky
Brand: St Magdalene
Price: 2925.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What does St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky taste like?

Accepted Answer

St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky is characterised by Sherried, Dried Fruit, Nutty, Chocolate, Old Wood, Honey notes. St Magdalene 1982 represents one of Scotland's lost distilleries, captured here at 40 years old by Gordon & MacPhail in a refill American hogshead. The nose opens with pomander and orchard fruit, while the palate reveals poached pear, walnut, and marzipan with creamy, mature oak integration. A rare artifact for collectors seeking authentic Lowland character from a silent era.

Question 2

Is St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky smoky or peaty?

Accepted Answer

No — St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky is not smoky. It scores only 0/100 on smoke, with minimal or no peaty character.

Question 3

Is St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky sweet?

Accepted Answer

St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky has some sweetness (59/100) but it's balanced by other flavours — not a dessert dram.

Question 4

Is St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Yes — St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky is approachable and a great starting point. Its Sherried, Dried Fruit, Nutty character makes it accessible at 40% ABV.

Question 5

Is St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky worth the money?

Accepted Answer

St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky costs £2925 and is rated 0.0/5 by the community (0 ratings). Worth trying before committing to a full bottle.

Question 6

Should I drink St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky neat or with water?

Accepted Answer

St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky is enjoyable neat at 40% ABV. A few drops of water can also help open up the nose and soften the finish.

Question 7

What food pairs well with St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky?

Accepted Answer

St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky pairs well with dark chocolate, Christmas cake, blue cheese, dried figs, and walnuts. The balanced character complements these flavours naturally.

Question 8

What glass should I use for St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky?

Accepted Answer

A Glencairn glass is ideal for St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky — its tulip shape concentrates the aromas and lets you appreciate the full nose. A nosing glass or copita also works well.

Question 9

What is the best serving temperature for St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky?

Accepted Answer

Serve St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky at room temperature (around 18–22°C). Avoid chilling it — cold temperatures suppress the aromas. If the room is warm, a brief rest after pouring is all it needs.

Question 10

Is St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky similar to Balvenie 30 Year Old?

Accepted Answer

Yes — St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky and Balvenie 30 Year Old share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Dried Fruit, Chocolate) and are in a similar price range. Balvenie 30 Year Old costs £3192.95 vs £2925 for St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky.

Question 11

Is St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky similar to The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018?

Accepted Answer

Yes — St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky and The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 share a similar flavour profile (Sherried, Dried Fruit, Chocolate) and are in a similar price range. The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018 costs £2750 vs £2925 for St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky.

St Magdalene 1982 / 40 Year Old / Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection Lowland Whisky

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