The newest launch from impartial bottler Gordon & McPhail is without doubt one of the oldest malt whiskies on this planet. Matured for over 70 years, this whisky was produced in January 1943 and laid down throughout WWII, throughout a time when most distilleries had been inactive because of warfare rationing. From the primary sip, this uncommon classic conjures up pictures of a unique time. Winged again arm chairs and a desk piled excessive with leather-based certain books and world maps, and rooms full of essential males deciding the destiny of their nations.
On the nostril, it’s delicate and pushes ahead to notes of espresso, milk chocolate, wooden spice and burnt orange. Heavy and candy with a taste that adapts and modifications within the mouth, on the palate it’s full bodied with a viscous texture that coats the tongue. The wealthy flavors mix collectively in a delicate dance that’s heat, complicated, and enchanting. The sweetness is completely balanced with hints of treacle and caramel and layered with extra orange essence and robust sherry notes. The end is lengthy and lingering with a delicate, dry bitterness. Add the smallest drop of water to boost this expertise even additional and unlock even deeper taste from this aged murals.
Solely 42 decanters are being launched, each is numbered and comes with a certificates of authenticity and a commemorative e-book by whisky author Jonny McCormick.
