North British 1988 – Murray McDavid – 48%

With an unprecedented final four years of maturation in American rye whiskey casks from the Koval Distillery in Chicago, the character of the Northern British grain spirit has developed richness and splendour. A single grain whisky that truly deserves its place in the prestigious Mission Gold Series. Bottled from three casks, one of 408 bottles.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: grilled pears, fresh apples, rich vanilla

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• Palate: apple pastry, sweet oak, allspice

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• Finish: sweet and savoury, hints of liquorice

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