Single Malt The Coopers Choice Single Cask 1390 18YO Bottled 1999
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As a distilled spirit, this bottle will remain stable indefinitely if kept sealed and stored upright out of direct sunlight. Once opened, it is best enjoyed within 1 to 2 years to preserve its delicate aromatic profile.
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Smoked salmon, strong blue cheese, high-quality dark chocolate
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This rare single malt Scotch whisky represents a liquid time capsule from the legendary, once-silent Port Ellen distillery on the south coast of Islay. Distilled in 1981 and matured for 18 years in a single oak cask (Cask No. 1390) before being bottled in 1999 by the acclaimed independent bottler, Vintage Malt Whisky Co. under 'The Cooper's Choice' label, this expression captures the raw, untamed spirit of Islay's golden era. Port Ellen's closure in 1983 cemented its mythical status among collectors, making independent single-cask releases like this highly sought after. The whisky showcases Port Ellen's signature profile: a complex interplay of intense peat smoke, medicinal brine, old leather, and a surprisingly delicate oily citrus undertone, refined by nearly two decades of quiet maturation.
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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.