Imperial (silent) Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Hunter Laing's Old & Rare Single Cask Whisky 23 Year Old · 1998 Vintage
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This 1998 Imperial single malt, bottled by independent bottler Hunter Laing, was matured for 23 years before being released in May 2022 as part of the Old & Rare series, celebrating Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee. Expect a refined whisky with notes of ripe orchard fruits, honeyed vanilla, and a touch of oak spice. The long maturation adds complexity, with hints of soft malt and a delicate floral finish.
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Tasting Notes
Colour
Deep amber with copper-gold highlights and a warm honey-amber glow.
Nose
A refined, inviting bouquet of ripe orchard fruits—apple and pear—lifted by honeyed vanilla, with a warm kiss of oak spice. Soft malt threads weave through delicate floral notes, revealing an elegant, lingering aroma.
Palate
Ripe orchard fruits unfold with honeyed vanilla, while ribbons of oak spice weave through the mid-palate. A touch of soft malt lends creaminess, delivering a refined, subtly floral finish that lingers long on the palate.
Finish
Delicate floral finish with hints of soft malt and a gentle touch of oak spice, leaving an elegant, lingering sweetness.