Brora 1978 / Bot.2013 / Gordon & Macphail Rare Old Highland Whisky
- Distillery
- Brora
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £2500
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Old Wood, Leathery, Medicinal
- Description
- Brora 1978, released by Gordon & Macphail as part of their Rare Old series, represents an increasingly scarce glimpse into this now-closed Highland distillery's production. Distilled before Brora's 1983 closure and aged for 35 years before bottling at 46% ABV, these bottles command significant collector interest. Essential for those pursuing complete Highland distillery collections.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Brora 1978 / Bot.2013 / Gordon & Macphail Rare Old Highland Whisky is a from Brora (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, oaky and peaty character — smokey, old wood, leathery, medicinal. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Brora 1978, released by Gordon & Macphail as part of their Rare Old series, represents an increasingly scarce glimpse into this now-closed Highland distillery's production. Distilled before Brora's 1983 closure and aged for 35 years before bottling at 46% ABV, these bottles command significant collector interest. Essential for those pursuing complete Highland distillery collections.
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