Glen Spey 1981 / 15 Year Old / Cadenhead's Speyside Whisky
- Distillery
- Glen Spey
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £325
- Tasting notes
- Malt Extract, Honey, Vanilla, Toasted, Fresh Fruit
- Description
- Distilled in June 1981 and bottled in July 1996 after 15 years in wood, this Glen Spey from Cadenhead's represents classic Speyside character from the independent bottler at 62.2% ABV. The extended maturation period has developed depth while retaining the distillery's characteristic elegance. A cask-strength pour for collectors interested in Speyside character from the 1980s.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Glen Spey 1981 / 15 Year Old / Cadenhead's Speyside Whisky is a from Glen Spey (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — malt extract, honey, vanilla, toasted. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Distilled in June 1981 and bottled in July 1996 after 15 years in wood, this Glen Spey from Cadenhead's represents classic Speyside character from the independent bottler at 62.2% ABV. The extended maturation period has developed depth while retaining the distillery's characteristic elegance. A cask-strength pour for collectors interested in Speyside character from the 1980s.
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