Mortlach Rare Malts Selection Single Malt Scotch Whisky 20 Year Old · 1978 Vintage

Colour

Deep amber with coppery highlights and a mahogany edge.

Nose

Opulent and layered, the nose reveals dark fruit—prune, fig, and raisin—woven with lush sherry, treacle, and cocoa. Hints of burnt sugar and orange zest brighten the depth, while polished oak, nutmeg, and clove mingle with leather, tobacco, and a whisper of earth. A regal maturity and balsamic lift echo Mortlach’s rich, sherry‑cask character, inviting a luxurious, concentrated aroma.

Palate

Full-bodied and viscous, this Mortlach coats the palate with dark, sherried richness. Dried plum, fig and raisin mingle with cocoa, toffee and a hint of burnt sugar. Cinnamon, clove and black pepper rise with leather and oak. A warming, persistent finish of espresso and dark chocolate lingers, framed by a creamy, luxurious texture.

Finish

An opulent, long finish that lingers with dark plums and dried fruit, wrapped in rich sherry sweetness. Spices of cinnamon and clove emerge, fading into leather, toasted oak and cocoa, with a warm, velvety glow that lingers on the tongue.