Linkwood 26 Year Old 1989 - Single Cask (Master of Malt)
- Distillery
- Linkwood
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 58.5%
- Age
- 26 years
- Price
- £178.95
- Community rating
- 4.50 / 5 (2 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Sherried, Dried Fruit, Honey, Leathery
- Description
- From the 1989 vintage, Linkwood 26 Year Old entices with its potent 58.5% ABV and 'Old Wood' notes. This Speyside single malt carries a sherried, leathery character that's certainly intriguing. A whisky connoisseur might find its price of £178.95 either steep or justified.
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Linkwood 26 Year Old 1989 - Single Cask (Master of Malt) is a 26-year-old single malt from Linkwood (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 58.5% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — old wood, sherried, dried fruit, honey. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
From the 1989 vintage, Linkwood 26 Year Old entices with its potent 58.5% ABV and 'Old Wood' notes. This Speyside single malt carries a sherried, leathery character that's certainly intriguing. A whisky connoisseur might find its price of £178.95 either steep or justified.
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