Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky
- Distillery
- Famous Grouse
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £150
- Tasting notes
- Honey, Vanilla, Fresh Fruit, Old Wood, Sherried
- Description
- A rare vintage blended malt from Famous Grouse, bottled in the early 2000s for travel retail, marrying whiskies from Macallan and Highland Park. This 1989 distillation aged 12 years in a mix of sherry butts and hogsheads, developing rich layers of smoke, dried fruit, and milk chocolate. The palate opens with sweet raisin and orange zest, underpinned by the malt complexity of its constituent distilleries. Best enjoyed neat or with minimal dilution to appreciate the craftsmanship of this blended malt approach.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Famous Grouse 1989 / 12 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is a from Famous Grouse (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, sweet and oaky character — honey, vanilla, fresh fruit, old wood. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
A rare vintage blended malt from Famous Grouse, bottled in the early 2000s for travel retail, marrying whiskies from Macallan and Highland Park. This 1989 distillation aged 12 years in a mix of sherry butts and hogsheads, developing rich layers of smoke, dried fruit, and milk chocolate. The palate opens with sweet raisin and orange zest, underpinned by the malt complexity of its constituent distilleries. Best enjoyed neat or with minimal dilution to appreciate the craftsmanship of this blended malt approach.
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