85
Score
Lonach (distilled at Carsebridge), 1063 vintage, 43 year old, 43%
Price: ● Issue: Summer 2008 ● Reviewer: John Hansell ● Category: Single Grain Scotch
A rare bottling indeed, from this now defunct grain distillery. Very tropical, with a macaroon and vanilla cream foundation. Complementary notes of marshmallow, crème brulee, honey, and pineapple. Surprisingly vibrant for a 43 year old whisky and, while expressing sweeter notes, not at all cloying (the grain whisky aspects actually help here). Soothing and distinctive. Great price, too!