![Imperial 42 Year Old - 1979 | Cask 5619 | Private Collection | Abbey Whisky Online](http://www.abbeywhisky.com/cdn/shop/products/imperial-1979-private-collection_2349x3513.jpg?v=1666618537)
Another incredible old and rare single malt whisky that Gordon & MacPhail sourced from their magnificent warehouses, then released as part of their recently launched Recollection Series. This well aged Imperial was distilled in 1979 and matured in single cask #5619 for 42 years, a Private Collection release, only 61 decanters filled at 49.2% vol.
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Tasting Notes
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Nose
Sweet honeycomb notes combine with vanilla custard and a subtle hint of beeswax polish. Cocoa powder develops alongside pecans and soft baked apple.
Palate
Ripe red apples intertwine with clove-studded tangerine. Malted biscuit flavours come to the fore accompanied by chocolate-covered hazelnuts and faint Seville orange zest.
Finish
A full and long finish with black pepper and light herbal tones.