North British 29 Year Old 1978 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor)
- Distillery
- North British
- Region
- Lowland
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Grain
- ABV
- 54.5%
- Age
- 29 years
- Price
- £250
- Tasting notes
- Malt Extract, Honey, Vanilla, Old Wood, Nutty
- Description
- Lowland whiskies, like this North British 29 Year Old, are often described with tags such as 'Malt Extract' and 'Vanilla'. This bottle brings a hefty 54.5% ABV to your glass, hinting at its 29 years of maturation. Its profile includes 'Honey', 'Old Wood', and even a 'Nutty' touch. At £250, it could be a hidden gem or just a wallet drainer.
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ABV
54.5%
Age
29 yr
Style
Grain
Price
£250
✦ Neatly Summary
North British 29 Year Old 1978 - Rare Auld (Duncan Taylor) is a 29-year-old grain from North British (Lowland, Scotland), bottled at 54.5% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and gentle spice character — malt extract, honey, vanilla, old wood. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Lowland whiskies, like this North British 29 Year Old, are often described with tags such as 'Malt Extract' and 'Vanilla'. This bottle brings a hefty 54.5% ABV to your glass, hinting at its 29 years of maturation. Its profile includes 'Honey', 'Old Wood', and even a 'Nutty' touch. At £250, it could be a hidden gem or just a wallet drainer.
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