Lochside 1981, 33 year old, Single Malt Scotch Whisky

700 ml, 46% abv, Scotland (Highland)

A rather rare bottling of single malt Scotch whisky from the now closed Lochside distillery. This was distilled in 1981 and bottled in 2015 by Gordon & MacPhail for their Rare Old collection. Matured in a refill re-made Sherry hogshead.

Natural colour, non-chillfiltered. Lot No RO/15/07

“The palate has raspberry, black currant and grapefruit flavours, complemented by an underlying lemon citrus zest”

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Description

Aroma without water : Gorse flower aromas with pressed apple and Demerara sugar. Dark chocolate and ground coffee undertones are complemented by subtle fresh herbal notes.

Taste without water : Ground white pepper initially followed by fragrant passion fruit flavours. Hints of raspberry and black currant mingle with chocolate on the palate offering a smooth fruity edge.

Aroma with water : Floral with delicate rose petal aromas, pear sweets and beeswax polish notes. A subtle menthol edge develops and combines with fresh hints of lime.

Taste with water : Peppery with ripe banana, pear and charred oak flavours. A subtle liquorice edge lingers on the tongue.