Linkwood 26 Year Old 1984 Cask 5266 (Adelphi)
- Distillery
- Linkwood
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 57.6%
- Age
- 26 years
- Price
- £104.95
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Sherried, Honey, Nutty
- Description
- A companion to cask 5269, this Linkwood was distilled the same year but aged in cask 5266, resulting in a notably lighter colour and distinct character. Bottled by Adelphi in 2011 at cask strength with just 113 bottles produced.
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Linkwood 26 Year Old 1984 Cask 5266 (Adelphi) is a 26-year-old single malt from Linkwood (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 57.6% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — old wood, sherried, honey, nutty. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
A companion to cask 5269, this Linkwood was distilled the same year but aged in cask 5266, resulting in a notably lighter colour and distinct character. Bottled by Adelphi in 2011 at cask strength with just 113 bottles produced.
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