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    Ultra-Rare, Unique and Irreplaceable

    Find out what makes this single malt so special.
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    Once-in-a-lifetime Dram

    “For me I can think of no more of an indulgent experience than tasting this Gordon & MacPhail 1949 from Milton Distillery. A snapshot in time – a rare, rare whisky that is absolutely delicious.” Christopher Coates, Whisky Expert.

     

    Discover the story behind the whisky’s name and tasting notes from an esteemed panel of industry experts.

     
     
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    The Whisky

    This exceptional whisky comes from our last cask laid down in the 1940s from Milton Distillery, known today as Strathisla. This is the oldest ever single malt that will ever carry the Milton Distillery name.

     

    Matured in our own cask, the 72-Year-Old Gordon & MacPhail 1949 from Milton Distillery is exceedingly rare, with only 180 bottles available worldwide.

     

    Described by renowned whisky writer Gavin D. Smith as “gloriously drinkable”.

     

    AROMA: Sherry influences intertwine with sweet vanilla pod and Seville orange. Stewed forest fruit aromas give way to vibrant festive spice and soft lemon zest.

     

    TASTE: Flavours of butterscotch give way to bright citrus and nutmeg. Baked apple notes come to the fore alongside poached pear and honeycomb.

     

    FINISH: A long finish with lingering apple, dark toffee and subtle smoke.

     
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    Elusive, Rare and Irreplaceable

    “The term scarcity can be quite an overused word when it comes to whisky, but it truly applies in this case. This is a real one off… something that can never be replicated.” Becky Paskin, Whisky Expert

     

    Find out what makes this release so unique.

     

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    Liquid Library Secrets Revealed

    “We are able to assess how spirit from Milton Distillery has matured in our own casks over the last 70 years and we can see on a granular level how each individual cask has developed during various points of its lifetime. It is how we know the time is finally right.” Ewen Mackintosh, Gordon & MacPhail, Managing Director.

     

    Join a panel of experts to discover how flavours evolve over time in a Strathisla tasting masterclass, featuring cask samples from bygone decades.

     

     

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