Mackinlays Shackleton Rare Old Highland Blended Whisky

Mackinlays Shackleton Rare Old Highland Blended Whisky

Origin: Scotland

Alcohol: 43.7%

Capacity: 700ml

 

product description:

 

An exact replica of the whiskey left in Antarctica by Sir Ernest Shackleton during his Antarctic expedition between 1907 and 1909. The whiskey was recreated down to the very last detail by Whyte and Mackay's blender extraordinaire, Richard Paterson. The final replica bottles of Macendlay' whiskies from Speyside, the Island, and the Highlands, and the recipe even includes some very rare 1983 Glen Mhor!

 

This is a limited release of 50,000 bottles, and £5 from each bottle will be donated to the Antarctic Heritage Trust.

 

Color - Light honey, straw gold with shimmering highlights.

 

Nose - Soft, elegant & refined. Delicate aromas of crushed apple, pear and fresh pineapple arouse the senses. The spirit is exciting and vibrant with attractive notes of oak shavings that release hints of buttery vanilla, creamy caramel and nutmeg. A whisper of marmalade , cinnamon and even a tease of smoke, ginger and muscovado sugar completes this spectrum of delight.

 

Taste - With a generous strength of 47.3% this gives the spirit plenty of impact on the palate but in a mild warming manner. Harmonious and exhilarating. Whispers of gentle bonfire smoke slowly give way to spicy rich toffee, treatle and pecan nuts. These enticing Flavors linger lovingly on the palate but are soon combined by a sensual, complex array of creme brulee, orange rind and freshly baked bread. It is a remarkable tapestry of tantalising taste sensations which truly rewards the palate.