Macduff Cadenhead's Single Malt Scotch Whisky Miniature 16 Year Old · 1978 Vintage

Colour

Deep burnished amber with copper-gold highlights and a hint of mahogany.

Nose

Sherry-soaked aroma with dark fruit compote—prune, fig, and blackberry—balanced by orange peel and cocoa. Toasted oak and vanilla weave through a subtle spice, while the Highland character lends a warming, concentrated lift from the 55.8% ABV. Rich, poised, and inviting.

Palate

Opulent and full-bodied, this Macduff coats the palate with dark fig, raisin and plum, lifted by sherried sweetness and cocoa. Rich oak and espresso mingle with warming cinnamon and clove, while a velvety, oil-rich texture lingers. A long, peppery finish threads through hints of leather and polished oak.

Finish

Long, luxurious finish with sherry-dark fruit and roasted nuts, weaving in fig and raisin with cocoa. Rich spice—cinnamon and clove—and oak linger, warming the palate into a velvety glow that fades slowly.