Allt-a-Bhainne James Mac Arthur's Fine Malt Whisky Miniature 12 Year Old · 1981 Vintage

Colour

Deep amber with a ruby-tinted glow and coppery highlights.

Nose

Opulent sherried aromas lift from the glass: prune and fig entwined with toffee and burnt caramel, accented by orange zest and dark chocolate. Spices—cinnamon and clove—and roasted almond weave through polished oak, carried by the whisky’s bold, warm presence.

Palate

Opulent and concentrated, this Allt-a-Bhainne 12-year coats the palate with a luscious, oily texture. Rich sherry notes of fig, raisin and cocoa mingle with espresso, toasted almond and spice. The 57.9% ABV adds warmth that remains integrated, finishing long with oak, leather and a bittersweet chocolate fade.

Finish

Silky, lingering finish of sherried fruit and spice: dried figs, raisins, and dark chocolate drift into toasted oak, while cinnamon and clove glow, fading to a warm, nutty echo.