Bruichladdich 18 Year Old 1989 (Murray McDavid)
- Distillery
- Bruichladdich
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 18 years
- Price
- £358.95
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Sherried, Cooked Fruit, Leathery, Old Wood
- Description
- Bruichladdich's 18-year-old from 1989, matured through bourbon and Madeira casks and independently bottled by Murray McDavid in a run of 112 bottles, captures pre-Rémy Cointreau ownership. The dual cask influence—bourbon providing vanilla foundation, Madeira adding fortified complexity—softens Islay's typical peat and coastal character into a more nuanced profile. A historical bottling suited to those interested in Bruichladdich's evolution under different ownership.
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Bruichladdich 18 Year Old 1989 (Murray McDavid) is a 18-year-old single malt from Bruichladdich (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, sweet and fruity character — smokey, sherried, cooked fruit, leathery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Bruichladdich's 18-year-old from 1989, matured through bourbon and Madeira casks and independently bottled by Murray McDavid in a run of 112 bottles, captures pre-Rémy Cointreau ownership. The dual cask influence—bourbon providing vanilla foundation, Madeira adding fortified complexity—softens Islay's typical peat and coastal character into a more nuanced profile. A historical bottling suited to those interested in Bruichladdich's evolution under different ownership.
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