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Review of Port Ellen 27 years old 1982 Mission by Murray McDavid

By Miguel in Tasting , Port Ellen

“Taken by surprise as the nose of this Port Ellen isn't particularly promising but as soon as you sip it you are assaulted by this great whisky”

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Port Ellen 27 year 1982 Mission Murray McDavid
A 27 year old Port Ellen single malt whisky distilled in 1982, just a few months before the distillery was closed forever.

This is a rare whisky, aged in Bourbon casks and finished in Chateau D'Yquem sauternes barrels.

This was bottled at the Bruichladdich distillery in 2009, and is part of a release of 1,175 bottles.

This dram has a gold-like color.

Nose (89): average. peat, floral, fruits, salt. Very restrained nose for a Port Ellen whisky.

Palate (92): smooth, powerful. peat, honey, citrus, floral, earth, coffee, spices.

Finish (91): long. peat, floral, sweet.

So based on other whiskies I have already tasted I rate this Port Ellen 27 year 1982 Mission Murray McDavid with 91 points over 100.


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