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1997 Linkwood 19 Year Old K&L Exclusive "Signatory" Single Barrel Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml)

1997 Linkwood 19 Year Old K&L Exclusive "Signatory" Single Barrel Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml)

$89.99

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David Othenin-Girard

David Othenin-Girard

K&L Buyer
There's no doubt that stocks in Scotland are getting tight. At Signatory, which was once our secret weapon, it's become more and more difficult to find special casks. It's not that the whisky isn't there per se, but simply that the whisky we want is so far out of the price point that we're willing to pay. But we occasionally stumble a few casks that haven't been subject to the incredible price increases of the rarities around them. This Linkwood would falls solidly in that category. This fabulous Linkwood exhibits the wonderful malty character of this lovely distillery beautifully. The nose is sweet vanilla, bold citrus, bright apple and creamy malt. The palate exhibits tons of delicate fruit and has a rich texture that goes on for ages. The finish brings the barrel spices and a warming sweetness. At this silly price it won't likely last long.

Staff Reviews

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Ryan Woodhouse

Ryan Woodhouse

Just so soft supple and creamy. Even at its cask strength 56% alc this is sipple straight up. Golden fruit, toasted grains, vanilla oak; this has almost a Sauterne like honeyed richness to it. Delicious and a great value.

Notes

Because of its role in Johnnie Walker Blue and its renowned reputation abroad, Linkwood always demands a high price wherever it's sold. Fine and finessed in a way that few other Highland malts demonstrate, the Diageo-owned distillery can often taste like a finalized blend straight from the cask! That's definitely the case with this graceful and easy-drinking 19 year old hogshead from the Signatory warehouse, even at the relatively high 56% ABV. The 25 year old Linkwood sells at K&L for $250 a bottle, so when we saw the chance to offer a similar whisky for less than half the price, we jumped all over it. Adding in a few drops of water is essential to unlocking the complexity in this particular selection. Tempering that alcohol just a bit allows you to take in the sweet cereal grains, the citrus and vanilla, and the long finish of malted barley with just hint of fresh pine. It's truly an elegant malt, one that continues to unfold the more time attention you give it. Try it as alternative to Johnnie Blue if you're looking to save a few bucks!

Details

TypeSingle Malt Scotch
VarietalMalt
OriginScotland
Bottle Size750 mL
Alcohol Content56.6%
SKU1281111