Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club)
- Distillery
- Bunnahabhain
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 23 years
- Price
- £89.95
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Medicinal, Dried Fruit
- Description
- Bunnahabhain's 1989 vintage aged for 23 years in the island's maritime climate, developing the distillery's signature unpeated, briny character. This single cask release captures Islay terroir without smoke—instead offering seaweed, salt spray, and orchard fruit. A rare opportunity to experience how Bunnahabhain's clean spirit evolves with substantial age.
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Bunnahabhain 23 Year Old 1989 (The Whisky Club) is a 23-year-old single malt from Bunnahabhain (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, intensely smoky and peaty character — smokey, medicinal, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A premium pour worth the price.
Bunnahabhain's 1989 vintage aged for 23 years in the island's maritime climate, developing the distillery's signature unpeated, briny character. This single cask release captures Islay terroir without smoke—instead offering seaweed, salt spray, and orchard fruit. A rare opportunity to experience how Bunnahabhain's clean spirit evolves with substantial age.
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