Macduff 52 Year Old Single Cask 1971 (1 BT 70cl + 1 BT 10cl)

Macduff 52 Year Old Single Cask 1971

This Macduff 52 Year Old was drawn from cask #2053 and is the only second known release, direct from the distillery under its own name, ‘Macduff ’.

The whisky was distilled on 23rd April 1971 and laid down in a single Hogshead cask before bottling at 42.2% abv.

This venerable liquid has been encased in a beautiful and sophisticated bespoke Crystal Carafe created exclusively for the auction, handmade in France by one of the most prestigious crystal glass makers in the world, La Cristallerie Royale de Saint-Louis.

Tasting Notes

The aroma of crisp, red apples introduces vibrancy to this rich and absorbing dram: creamy vanilla takes hold, with a pinch of cocoa powder, baking spice and toasted almonds. A hint of menthol freshens and herbal and warming malty notes to the finish.

The lot includes a a 10cl sample for the winning bidder.

1 bt 70cl, 1 bt 10cl (opc)

Conditions

Lying with the donor. Duty Paid.

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