Single Malt Rare Malts 22YO
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Ready to enjoy now; single malt Scotch whisky does not age further in the bottle and can be preserved indefinitely if stored upright in a cool, dark place.
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Smoked salmon, mature blue cheese, high-quality dark chocolate
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The Rare Malts Selection, launched by United Distillers in the 1990s, was designed to showcase cask-strength, un-chillfiltered single malts from lost or highly prized distilleries. Among these, the Port Ellen 22 Year Old bottlings—distilled in the late 1970s before the distillery's tragic closure in 1983—stand as monumental icons of liquid history. Sourced from the windswept south coast of Islay, this legendary single malt captures the raw, untamed spirit of its coastal home. It is celebrated for its incredibly complex interplay of intense peat smoke, industrial oiliness, maritime brine, and delicate, sweet citrus. The historic peat bogs of Islay and the distillery's proximity to the sea infused the maturing casks with an unmistakable salty tang and soft leather character, making this rare 22-year-old expression one of the most sought-after treasures for collectors and connoisseurs worldwide.
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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.