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

Colour

Deep amber with coppery glow and warm mahogany edges.

Nose

Opulent, sherry-kissed aromas rise from the glass: dried fig, prune, and raisin mingle with orange zest and a touch of burnt sugar. Rich cocoa, toffee, and almond paste drift over polished oak, while leather and tobacco lend sultry depth. A wisp of clove and nutmeg keeps it poised, hinting at Mortlach’s velvety, lingering finish.

Palate

Opulent and full-bodied, this coats the palate with a thick, warming oil. Rich sherry yields dark fruit—plum, fig, prune—alongside mocha, chocolate and toffee. Spices rise: cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, with a touch of black pepper. Leather and tobacco deepen the profile, while polished oak lends elegance. A long, velvety finish carries warmth and a whisper of mineral salt.

Finish

An opulent, long finish that clings with rich Sherry-soaked fruit, dark chocolate and fig, edged by toasted oak. Spices: cinnamon and clove rise with a peppery warmth, while leather and tobacco lend depth. The finish lingers for minutes, slowly fading to espresso and a mineral, resinous oak lull.