The Fiddichside 31 Year Old 1989 (casks 2008137 & 18129) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
- Distillery
- Murray McDavid
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Blended Malt
- ABV
- 47.5%
- Age
- 31 years
- Price
- £219.6
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Dried Fruit, Honey, Toasted, Old Wood
- Description
- The Fiddichside is a 31-year-old blended malt from Murray McDavid honoring the legendary Fiddichside Inn on the River Fiddich, combining two Speyside single malts finished in contrasting sherry casks—one in Pedro Ximénez for six months, the other in Oloroso for two years. The dual sherry finishing approach creates layered complexity: the PX brings rich dark fruit and molasses, while Oloroso adds dried citrus and subtle tannins. This limited release showcases how cask finishing can elevate even well-aged Speyside spirit into something decidedly special. For those who appreciate the interplay between cask influence and distillery character.
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The Fiddichside 31 Year Old 1989 (casks 2008137 & 18129) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
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ABV
47.5%
Age
31 yr
Style
Blended
✦ Neatly Summary
The Fiddichside 31 Year Old 1989 (casks 2008137 & 18129) - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid) is a 31-year-old blended malt from Murray McDavid (Scotland), bottled at 47.5% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, dried fruit, honey, toasted. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
The Fiddichside is a 31-year-old blended malt from Murray McDavid honoring the legendary Fiddichside Inn on the River Fiddich, combining two Speyside single malts finished in contrasting sherry casks—one in Pedro Ximénez for six months, the other in Oloroso for two years. The dual sherry finishing approach creates layered complexity: the PX brings rich dark fruit and molasses, while Oloroso adds dried citrus and subtle tannins. This limited release showcases how cask finishing can elevate even well-aged Speyside spirit into something decidedly special. For those who appreciate the interplay between cask influence and distillery character.
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