The Ben Nevis 1972 Fort William Limited whisky bottle is a unique and highly sought-after product, with a rich history and a distinct flavor profile. The distillery, founded in 1825 by the entrepreneur 'Long John' McDonald, is located in Fort William under the largest mountain in the UK, Ben Nevis. Known for its oiliness and subtle sweetness, the whisky offers notes of sherry, tobacco, leather, dried fruit, apricot, chocolate, toffee, and hints of earthy tones and cigar leaves, with walnut and hazelnut aromas adding to its complexity.
This particular bottle was distilled in February 1972 and bottled 21 years later in August 1993 at a cask strength of 55.6%. It is a single cask release, yielding just 242 bottles, making it exceptionally rare. The whisky has been matured for 21 years, surprising the palate with new delightful tastes with every sip.
The bottle and packaging are in good condition, although the liquid level may have lowered slightly over time. The rich and complex flavor profile, combined with its unique history and limited availability, make it a highly desirable collectible for whisky connoisseurs. The essence of Ben Nevis is embodied in its purest form, showcasing a strong flavor with peaceful fruit, balanced yet with a brazen stubbornness of the distillate. It is elegant and a real pleasure to enjoy.
This whisky is unique due to its origin from the Ben Nevis distillery, its cask strength of 55.6%, 21 years of maturation, and its extremely limited release of just 242 bottles.
The key flavor notes include sherry, tobacco, leather, dried fruit, apricot, chocolate, toffee, earthy tones, cigar leaves, walnut, and hazelnut.
The Ben Nevis distillery was founded in 1825 by 'Long John' McDonald, and it is located in Fort William under the largest mountain in the UK, Ben Nevis.
Sherry, tobacco, leather, dried fruit, apricot, chocolate, toffee, earthy tones, cigar leaves, walnut, hazelnut
Oily, subtly sweet, fruit, chocolate, toffee, earthy tones, cigar leaves
Long, complex, evolving, balanced, surprisingly delightful
The Ben Nevis 1972 Fort William Limited whisky offers a rich and complex flavor profile, with a harmonious blend of sherry, tobacco, and dried fruits complemented by hints of apricot and chocolate. Its oily texture and subtle sweetness make for a truly elegant sipping experience. The finish is long and evolving, providing a balanced and surprising delight with every taste.
The Ben Nevis 1972 Fort William Limited is an exquisite masterpiece that embodies the essence of the Highlands in its purest form. Its balanced yet bold flavors, combined with its rarity and rich history, make each sip an extraordinary journey. This whisky is not just a drink; it's a collector's dream and a connoisseur's delight.
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