Glen Elgin 1971 / 32 Year Old / Diageo Special Releases 2003 Speyside Whisky
- Distillery
- Glen Elgin
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £1500
- Tasting notes
- Honey, Fresh Fruit, Malt Extract
- Description
- Glen Elgin's 1971 bottling from 2003, at 32 years old, represents a rare release from a distillery long favoured by professional blenders despite limited official bottlings. The spirit shows honeyed and fruity character typical of Speyside at its most refined, with the extended maturation adding layers of complexity. This is a collectors' dram and a window into an often overlooked yet highly regarded Speyside producer.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Glen Elgin 1971 / 32 Year Old / Diageo Special Releases 2003 Speyside Whisky is a from Glen Elgin (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and delicately floral character — honey, fresh fruit, malt extract. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Glen Elgin's 1971 bottling from 2003, at 32 years old, represents a rare release from a distillery long favoured by professional blenders despite limited official bottlings. The spirit shows honeyed and fruity character typical of Speyside at its most refined, with the extended maturation adding layers of complexity. This is a collectors' dram and a window into an often overlooked yet highly regarded Speyside producer.
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