Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi)
- Distillery
- Glen Elgin
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 49.3%
- Age
- 20 years
- Price
- £97.71
- Tasting notes
- Honey, Vanilla, Malt Extract, Old Wood, Toasted
- Description
- Glen Elgin from 1995, matured in a single ex-bourbon cask and bottled at cask strength in 2016 by Adelphi with 255 bottles produced. This single cask release captures 20 years of Highland character in its most uncompromised form.
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Glen Elgin 20 Year Old 1995 (cask 3228) (Adelphi) is a 20-year-old single malt from Glen Elgin (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 49.3% ABV. Expect sweet, oaky and gentle spice character — honey, vanilla, malt extract, old wood. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A premium pour worth the price.
Glen Elgin from 1995, matured in a single ex-bourbon cask and bottled at cask strength in 2016 by Adelphi with 255 bottles produced. This single cask release captures 20 years of Highland character in its most uncompromised form.
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