Coleburn (silent) James MacArthur Fine Malt Whisky Miniature 13 Year Old · 1981 Vintage

Colour

Rich golden amber with coppery depth and mahogany hues, a sherry-tinted glow.

Nose

Sherry-influenced and refined, the nose opens with dark fruit—raisin, fig, a touch of prune—woven with orange zest, toffee and vanilla. Subtle oak and spice underpin a silky undercurrent of cocoa and almond, delivering a warm, elegant fragrance that promises depth from the 1981 maturation.

Palate

Silky, medium-bodied palate with a warm sherry influence. Dried plum, fig and raisin mingle with walnut and caramel sweetness, while orange zest adds a bright lift. Nutmeg/spice notes emerge, leading to a soft, almondy finish with a lingering cocoa glow.

Finish

Long and refined, the finish reveals drying sherry fruit, fig and almond, fading into dark chocolate and toasted oak. A whisper of spice lingers, leaving a warm, velvet afterglow.