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Linkwood 22 Year Old 1990 (cask 39.88) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is a 22-year-old single malt from Linkwood (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 47.8% ABV. Expect heavily oaked, sweet and fruity character — honey, vanilla, malt extract, old wood. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A collector's expression at a premium price point.

Linkwood's 22-year maturation from 1990 in refill bourbon hogshead presents this Speyside distillery in its most unadorned state—wood influence is supportive rather than dominant, allowing the distillery's natural honey, soft spice, and waxy cereal character to develop fully. The refill hogshead preserves freshness and spirit clarity across two decades, avoiding the over-extraction that can occur in first-fill sherry or port casks. A limited outturn of 231 bottles from The Scotch Malt Whisky Society captures a snapshot of Speyside character at patient maturity. Ideal for those pursuing classic Speyside elegance without recent cask trends and for collectors documenting independent bottler releases.

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