Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 1988 (casks 9038 & 9074) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod)
- Distillery
- Bunnahabhain
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 14 years
- Price
- £199
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Malt Extract, Fresh Fruit, Cooked Fruit, Honey
- Description
- This 14-year-old Bunnahabhain from 1988 was independently bottled by Ian Macleod for the Chieftain's collection, capturing unpeated Islay character from a classic distilling era.
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Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old 1988 (casks 9038 & 9074) - Chieftain's (Ian Macleod) is a 14-year-old single malt from Bunnahabhain (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 43% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and sweet character — smokey, malt extract, fresh fruit, cooked fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This 14-year-old Bunnahabhain from 1988 was independently bottled by Ian Macleod for the Chieftain's collection, capturing unpeated Islay character from a classic distilling era.
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