Allt-á-Bhainne 26 Year Old 1995 - Mission Gold (Murray McDavid)
Allt-á-Bhainne
Tasting Notes
This 26-year-old Allt-á-Bhainne single malt whisky is a true gem, meticulously crafted to deliver an exceptional drinking experience. Distilled in 1995, it spent over two decades patiently maturing, first in a bourbon hogshead, and then finished for six years in a harmonious blend of first-fill oloroso sherry and French red wine casks. The resulting liquid is a symphony of flavors, with a bouquet that captivates the senses with notes of honeyed baking spices, toasted almonds, juicy plums, and the delicate fragrance of apple blossoms. On the palate, it unfolds a delightful medley of apricot jam, dark chocolate, and tangy strawberries, followed by a lingering finish that coats the tongue with oily malt, pomegranate, vanilla, and the subtle spiciness of oak. This remarkable whisky, bottled by Murray McDavid for their Mission Gold series, is a testament to the art of patient aging and expert cask selection, with an outturn of only 660 bottles at 41.6% ABV.