Detailed Description
A 1981-vintage Brora, bottled by Duncan Taylor for the Rare Auld range. This was distilled in the final years of the distillery’s life, an era where it was putting out spirit that has since become some of Brora’s most famous ‚Äì long maturation has brought out its distinctive character. This one was bottled in 2004 after 22 years in the cask, showing a slightly fresher side to the that character.
Brora 1981 22 Year Old Duncan Taylor Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 700ML Tasting Notes
Nose: Full-bodied aroma.
Palate: A splendid taste with a warm feel to it. Not to smoky but silky smooth.
Finish: Long and dry with gentle warm spice.
Distillery Information
The Brora distillery was built in 1819 by the Marquess of Stafford, although it was known as “Clynelish” until the opening of the Clynelish Distillery in 1968, whereupon the name of the original Clynelish was changed to “Brora”. Between May 1969 and July 1973, Brora produced a heavily peated whisky to supply for blending; this was done to cover a shortage of Islay whisky caused by a drought in that region. Most of the whisky produced as Brora after 1973 is in the lightly peated Highland style.
