Glen Elgin Cadenhead's Single Malt Scotch Whisky Miniature 22 Year Old · 1971 Vintage

Colour

Deep amber with a luminous golden glow and coppery mahogany edges.

Nose

Opulent, fruit-forward nose of ripe apples and pears, lightly honeyed and vanilla-touched. Warm, well-integrated oak supports delicate florals, while subtle sherry influence yields dried fig, raisin and cocoa. A thread of almond, spice (nutmeg, clove) and a waxy richness adds depth, ending with a refined, inviting warmth.

Palate

Silky and full on the palate, this 1971 Glen Elgin from a sherry cask unfurls dark fruit, fig and plum, with raisin sweetness braided by toffee and cocoa. Dense oak adds spice and a velvety, waxy mouthfeel, while orange zest brightens the core. The finish is long and warming, with ginger spice and a lingering praline sweetness fading into polished oak.

Finish

Long, luxurious finish with sherry warmth lingering over dark chocolate, dried fig and orange zest. Cinnamon and clove spice weave through velvet malt and toasted oak, fading to a refined, enduring sweetness and a warm, polished glow.