Auchroisk 26 Year Old 1979 (cask 9/22411) - First Cask
- Distillery
- Auchroisk
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 26 years
- Price
- £250
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Malt Extract, Honey, Nutty, Dried Fruit
- Description
- Distilled in September 1979 and matured for 26 years in a single refill cask, this Auchroisk represents the depth that Speyside can achieve over decades. A rare independent bottling from the First Cask collection, offering the character only extended ageing can develop.
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Auchroisk 26 Year Old 1979 (cask 9/22411) - First Cask is a 26-year-old single malt from Auchroisk (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect oaky, sweet and fruity character — old wood, malt extract, honey, nutty. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Distilled in September 1979 and matured for 26 years in a single refill cask, this Auchroisk represents the depth that Speyside can achieve over decades. A rare independent bottling from the First Cask collection, offering the character only extended ageing can develop.
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