Brora 1981 / 26 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Ian Macloed Highland Whisky
- Distillery
- Brora
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £1100
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Old Wood, Dried Fruit, Tobacco, Leathery
- Description
- A rare single sherry butt of Brora from 1981, bottled by Ian MacLeod from cask #697 at 48% ABV. Brora's northern Highland character—waxy, coastal, slightly sulphury—meets the deep amber notes of aged sherry oak in this 26-year-old spirit. The combination creates a complex, mature whisky with layers of dried fruit, leather, and subtle brine. A collector's piece that rewards those seeking the distillery's pre-closure character.
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Brora 1981 / 26 Year Old / Sherry Cask / Ian Macloed Highland Whisky is a from Brora (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, old wood, dried fruit, tobacco. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
A rare single sherry butt of Brora from 1981, bottled by Ian MacLeod from cask #697 at 48% ABV. Brora's northern Highland character—waxy, coastal, slightly sulphury—meets the deep amber notes of aged sherry oak in this 26-year-old spirit. The combination creates a complex, mature whisky with layers of dried fruit, leather, and subtle brine. A collector's piece that rewards those seeking the distillery's pre-closure character.
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