Scapa
Gordon & MacPhail
54.9%
29 Years
A Gordon & MacPhail expression under the Connoisseurs Choice line, this whisky was distilled by Scapa Distillery in 1991 in Orkey, Scotland, and aged 29 years in ex-bourbon barrels before being bottled in December 2020. Only 66 bottles were released.
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Buttery, sweet nose full of tropical fruit, honey, a hint of salinity and gorgeous honey.
Moderate to rich mouthfeel with a faint prickle of ethanol. Tropical fruit pops with honey, vanilla, a touch of pepper and some faint minerality. Pear develops on the back palate in a striking way.
Long finish, notably rich and so bright and fruit forward with honey, almond, graham cracker, lemon curd and a hint of brown sugar.
It’s unbelievable how incredible Scapa can be when it gets out of its own way, and thanks to G&M we’re able to taste. This is easily one of the best Scapa whiskies I’ve ever had, and it’s delightful.
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