The Milton Distillery 1949 GM Private Collection 1st Fill Sherry Puncheon is a single malt whisky that was distilled in 1949 and matured for an impressive 72 years in a first fill sherry puncheon before being bottled by independent bottler Gordon & MacPhail in 2022. This whisky is particularly notable as it is the oldest and last-ever single malt from Gordon & MacPhail to carry the Milton Distillery name, which is now known as Strathisla, the oldest distillery in Speyside.
The nose of this whisky is filled with enticing aromas of Seville orange, vanilla pods, stewed blackberries, lemon zest, and festive baking spices, complemented by notes of butterscotch, orange, nutmeg, baked apple, poached pear, honey, toffee, and wisps of soft smoke. The palate offers notes of baked forest fruits, fresh vanilla, and plenty of sherry influence, leading to an inviting taste of apple pie, vibrant citrus, and caramel. The finish is long-lasting, with notes of toffee apple and a gentle hint of smoke.
This whisky is a true rarity and a testament to the art of whisky maturation, showcasing the exceptional quality and complexity of flavors that can develop over an extended period of time. The Milton Distillery 1949 Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection 1st Fill Sherry Puncheon is an extraordinary example of a single malt that has aged gracefully over seven decades, making it a remarkable collector's item and a sensory delight for whisky enthusiasts.
This whisky was bottled by independent bottler Gordon & MacPhail.
Only 180 bottles of this exceptional whisky were produced.
The ABV (Alcohol by Volume) of this whisky is 48.6%.
Seville orange, vanilla pods, stewed blackberries, lemon zest, festive baking spices, butterscotch, orange, nutmeg, baked apple, poached pear, honey, toffee, soft smoke, waxed papers, leather polish, polished brassware, medicinal minty notes, old dusty candles, incense, old books, chamomile tea, dried banana, forest fruit jam, vanilla, faded nutmeg, marmalade
Baked forest fruits, fresh vanilla, sherry influence, apple pie, vibrant citrus, caramel, oaky, stewed pear, yellow apple, citrus top notes, Fino, library dust, walnuts, herbal honey, eucalyptus tea, menthol, herbal cream, fragrant smoke
Long-lasting, toffee apple, gentle hint of smoke, toffee, marmalade, herbal tea, subtle smoke
This whisky presents a complex and inviting profile with a remarkable blend of fruity, herbal, and spiced notes. The extended maturation period has bestowed a silky smoothness and elegance, making each sip a journey through layers of evolving flavors. Its unique combination of freshness and depth highlights the mastery of whisky maturation.
The Milton Distillery 1949 GM Private Collection 1st Fill Sherry Puncheon is a sublime whisky that shows an extraordinary freshness despite its age. It’s one-of-a-kind in multiple ways, displaying a beautiful blend of waxy, fruity, and herbal notes on the nose and palate. The oak influence is present but refined, allowing the spirit's complexity to shine through. This whisky is a true marvel, and any whisky aficionado would be fortunate to experience its layered and harmonious profile.
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