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Linkwood The Single Malts of Scotland 1991 27 Years Single Malt Whisky

Linkwood 1991 ElD

Linkwood

Speyside · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
27 years
ABV
55.6%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Linkwood
Distillation Year
16.06.1991
Bottling Year
23.06.2018
Cask Types
Hogshead

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Lowest Price:€352.53(2024-02-28)

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Linkwood Distillery, founded in 1821, became a cornerstone of Diageo's Scotch whisky portfolio following the construction of its second distillery in 1971, garnering exceptional attention from its parent company. The modern facility underwent its first major renovation in 2011, closing for four months to install a new mash tun and automated distillation control systems. A second expansion phase in 2013 added two additional spirit stills and six fermentation washbacks, boosting production capacity by 60% to 5.6 million liters annually. While renovations are standard across Diageo's distillery estate, Linkwood holds particular significance. For over two centuries, its single malt has been prized by successive owners, serving as an indispensable foundation for numerous blended whiskies. Master blenders regard Linkwood's spirit as crucial for contributing complexity, body, and distinctive character to iconic blends such as Johnnie Walker and White Horse. The original 1821 distillery operated alongside the 1971 facility until 1985, utilizing traditional worm tub condensers that produced a slightly heavier, more robust spirit profile. Though the historic site was demolished in 2013, the expanded stillhouse continues production. Remnants include six dunnage warehouses dating from 1872 and a pagoda-roofed kiln. Current production features a 12.5-ton full lauter mash tun, eleven wooden washbacks, and three pairs of stills. Fermentation times range from 65-105 hours over a standard five-day work week. Annual output fluctuates between 3.6 and 5.6 million liters depending on operational schedules. Linkwood's primary official bottling is the 12-Year-Old under Diageo's Flora & Fauna series. In October 2016, a rare 37-Year-Old expression was released as part of the Rare Malts series, distilled in 1978 and bottled at 50.3% ABV.
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Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Whiskyspace Notes 1496

Whiskyspace Notes 1496

Jun 6, 2026, 03:24:43

First sip gives this honeyed sweetness, kinda like waxy clover honey mixed with a bit of chalky dryness. Getting some soft fruit notes, maybe overripe apples and a hint of fig, but it doesn't linger much. Mid-palate turns into this grassy, slightly smoky thing with some fresh green hints – almost like parsley or samphire? There's a mild, sweet barley core underneath. The finish brings a touch of eucalyptus coolness and then just fades to straw and a vague, not overly memorable aftertaste. Honestly, it's pleasant enough – a good, medium-strength drop. Not a lot to write home about, though. A notch indefinite, but nice for a casual evening. 🥃

Whiskyspace Notes 1383

Whiskyspace Notes 1383

Jun 3, 2026, 10:36:59

第一杯闻着就有股苹果酒的甜香,混着点熟透的苹果味儿🍎 喝起来倒不算太浓烈,甜甜的麦芽感裹着淡淡的香草和薄荷,凉凉的像含了片叶子。 中段有点像切开了新鲜的芹菜和野胡萝卜,带点海草般的咸鲜感。烟熏味是那种青草地烧起来的轻烟,不算冲,底下还衬着点白垩石的矿物质感。 收尾不算长,能尝到一点无花果脯的甜和木头清漆味。整体算是个柔和的好酒,不会太刺激,适合慢慢喝。

Danielle Evans

Danielle Evans

May 27, 2026, 05:16:07

刚开瓶倒了一点,海带的咸鲜混着甜味飘上来,有点像潮湿海风里突然尝到糖块的感觉。🌿 试着小口抿,舌尖先触到淡淡的桉树和粉笔般的干燥感,接着是野生胡萝卜和法国豆那种清脆的菜园气息。中段薄荷和蜡质出来了,带着一点龙胆根的苦,不过转头就被更甜的麦芽感盖过去——像嚼了口刚碾碎的新鲜麦子。 后调有点意思,清漆和稻草的味道混在一起,居然让我想起老家谷仓晒干草堆的下午。嗯…整体中等偏柔,不算复杂但挺舒服。 对了,收尾时飘过一缕海蓬子和欧芹的咸草本香,混着芹菜根的土腥气。草本烟熏感是有的,但更突出的是混合蜂蜜和葡萄干的甜,偶尔闪过的苹果酒和无花果让它更活泼。最后留下些扎实的泥土味,像雨后菜园踩实的路。 总的来说是个不错的日常小酌选择,虽然风味层次不算太突出,但喝起来顺口又带点小惊喜。🥃

Archie Thompson

Archie Thompson

May 21, 2026, 11:01:01

Warm and easy-going dram 🥃 I get a bit of vanilla, soft spice, and a wee smoky edge. Feels cosy, slightly sweet, with a dry finish that lingers nicely.

Adam Cook

Adam Cook

May 3, 2026, 19:21:22

Ooh this is a proper nice dram 🥃 First thing you notice is that warmth, innit? Like a hug from the inside on a cold evening. Gets right into your chest. Then theres this lovely vanilla sweetness, bit of caramel and honeycomb going on. Really smooth, almost buttery 🍯 A few more sips and you start picking up darker notes - bit of dark chocolate, maybe some dried fruit? Slighty nutty aswell. And theres a gentle smokiness running through it all, not overpowering mind you, more like a distant bonfire 🔥 Touch of spice on the finish, keeps it interesting. Lingers nicely, leaves you wanting another sip. Absolute belter for a rainy british afternoon ngl 😊✨

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