Single Malt Gemini 44YO (2 Bottle Case)
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Ready to enjoy now, with the potential to be preserved in bottle for many decades.
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Blue cheese, dark chocolate, smoked salmon
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The Port Ellen Gemini 44-Year-Old represents a historic milestone in the lore of Islay single malts, released to celebrate the legendary distillery's resurrection in 2024. Distilled in 1978 and matured for over four decades, this ultra-rare two-bottle case showcases the extraordinary evolution of Port Ellen's iconic spirit. The 'Original' bottle preserves the classic, untamed maritime peat and elegant oak of the distillery's historic stock, while the 'Remastered' bottle underwent a creative finish in a seasoned cask, adding layers of rich fruit and sweet spice. Together, they offer a liquid archive of a bygone era, capturing the ghost distillery's signature oily texture, soft leather, and delicate coastal smoke.
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Established in 1825 by Alexander Mackay on the south coast of Islay, Scotland, Port Ellen is a legendary name in the world of spirits, revered for its deeply complex and peaty single malt Scotch whiskies. After acquisition by John Ramsay and later transitioning to Diageo, the distillery was closed in 1983, transforming its remaining maturing casks into some of the most highly coveted and collectible liquid gold in existence. Characterized by a signature profile of intense peat smoke, maritime brine, soft leather, and oily citrus, its rare vintage releases—such as the highly prized annual Diageo Special Releases—are celebrated globally by connoisseurs. In 2024, Diageo officially revived this iconic producer, restoring its historic spirit stills to continue its legacy of uncompromising Islay character.