Longmorn-Glenlivet 1971 / Scott's Selection Speyside Whisky
- Distillery
- Longmorn
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £2000
- Tasting notes
- Malt Extract, Honey, Old Wood, Yeasty
- Description
- Longmorn's 1971 vintage, bottled by Scott's Selection in 2004 at natural cask strength of 53.5%, captures three decades of maturation in oak. As a Speyside malt from the pre-1980s era, it carries the distillery's characteristic honeyed and fruity character with the richness that comes from extended wood contact. A collector's piece for those pursuing the depth and complexity of vintage Speyside.
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ABV
40%
Age
NAS
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✦ Neatly Summary
Longmorn-Glenlivet 1971 / Scott's Selection Speyside Whisky is a from Longmorn (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect heavily oaked, sweet and gentle spice character — malt extract, honey, old wood, yeasty. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Longmorn's 1971 vintage, bottled by Scott's Selection in 2004 at natural cask strength of 53.5%, captures three decades of maturation in oak. As a Speyside malt from the pre-1980s era, it carries the distillery's characteristic honeyed and fruity character with the richness that comes from extended wood contact. A collector's piece for those pursuing the depth and complexity of vintage Speyside.
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