Single Malt Single Cask Hogshead No (Bottled 2019)
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Ready to enjoy now; as a mature single malt Scotch whisky, it will remain stable indefinitely if kept sealed and stored upright away from direct sunlight.
🍽️ Mad & Vin-match
Smoked wild salmon, mature blue cheese, high-quality dark chocolate
✨ Tekniske specifikationer
Port Ellen is a name whispered with absolute reverence among spirits collectors and connoisseurs worldwide. Closed in 1983 during the industry-wide downturn known as the 'whisky loch,' this legendary Islay distillery's remaining casks became some of the most sought-after liquid gold in existence. This ultra-rare single cask release, matured in a traditional hogshead (Cask No. 1883) and bottled in 2019, represents a liquid time capsule from Port Ellen's golden era. Over decades of quiet maturation on the windswept shores of Islay, the spirit developed an incredibly complex, deeply layered character. It beautifully marries the distillery's signature oily, industrial peat smoke and maritime brine with soft leather, beeswax, and delicate citrus notes, offering a profound sensory journey into Scotland's distilling heritage.
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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.