– Whiskey Type: Unpeated Islay single malt scotch whiskey
– Limited release of 4,200 bottles. The very last 22 casks from 1985
– Vintage: 1985 – aged 32 years
– Distillation in Islay
– Maturation: In refill Bourbon casks until 2012. Recasked into first fill Bourbon casks. A final ace in premium French oak
– Bottling: non-chilled filtered and colouring free on the island of Islay
– Strength: 48.7% abv alcohol
– Colour: Blood orange
– Nose: Tremendous presence on the palate. Blood orange, nectarines, banana bread, desiccated coconut, vanilla custard, then more floral and nutty tones, geranium, marzipan, walnut, heather honey.
– Taste: Tremendous presence on the palate, the texture is wondrously soft and syrupy. The short ACE in the wine casks has given a warm, nutmeg hint and a layer of fruity notes, raspberry, blackcurrent jam and ripe plum
– Finish: Long and gentle, the oak influence is strong with waves of soft vanilla water, toffee and sandalwood.
