Single Malt 15th Release 32YO Bottled
⏳ Drinking Window & Cellar Guidance
Ready to enjoy now; as a high-strength distilled spirit, it will remain in peak condition indefinitely when stored upright away from direct light.
🍽️ Culinary Pairings
blue cheese, smoked salmon, dark chocolate
✨ Technical Specifications
Port Ellen is one of the most legendary 'ghost' distilleries of Scotland, located on the south coast of Islay. Closed in 1983 during a period of industry downturn, its remaining stocks became highly coveted. The 15th Release, distilled in 1983 and bottled in 2015 at 32 years of age, represents some of the final spirit ever produced before the silent years. This iconic single malt is celebrated for its complex, elegant, and deeply maritime character, combining soft peat smoke, coastal brine, leather, and citrus oils. It is a liquid monument to Islay's distilling heritage, capturing a bygone era of production.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in 1825 by Alexander Mackay on the south coast of Islay, Port Ellen stands as one of the most revered and iconic names in Scotch whisky history. After operating through various expansions under Distillers Company Limited (now Diageo), the distillery was mothballed during the industry downturn in 1983, achieving legendary 'ghost distillery' status before being meticulously revived and reopened in 2024. Port Ellen is celebrated worldwide for its distinctively refined maritime profile, combining elegant peat smoke, oily texture, coastal salinity, and nuanced citrus layers. Highly coveted by connoisseurs and collectors alike, its vintage single malt releases remain among the most prestigious expressions ever distilled in Scotland.