Blended Scotch Whisky 40 Year Old 1976 (Master of Malt)
- Distillery
- Master of Malt
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Blended
- ABV
- 44.1%
- Age
- 40 years
- Price
- £299.95
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (2 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Honey, Vanilla, Nutty, Malt Extract
- Description
- This 1976 blended Scotch combines a marriage of whiskies matured in a hogshead for 40 years, representing a rare glimpse into the character of mid-1970s Scottish distilleries. Four decades of aging has developed complex layers of oak influence alongside the balanced grain and malt backbone typical of quality blends from this era. The extended maturation creates a refined, full-bodied texture with deep wood-driven complexity. A collector's piece for those seeking historical context and the graceful evolution that only time can provide.
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ABV
44.1%
Age
40 yr
Style
Blended
Price
£299.95
✦ Neatly Summary
Blended Scotch Whisky 40 Year Old 1976 (Master of Malt) is a 40-year-old blended from Master of Malt (Scotland), bottled at 44.1% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and gentle spice character — old wood, honey, vanilla, nutty. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This 1976 blended Scotch combines a marriage of whiskies matured in a hogshead for 40 years, representing a rare glimpse into the character of mid-1970s Scottish distilleries. Four decades of aging has developed complex layers of oak influence alongside the balanced grain and malt backbone typical of quality blends from this era. The extended maturation creates a refined, full-bodied texture with deep wood-driven complexity. A collector's piece for those seeking historical context and the graceful evolution that only time can provide.
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