Speyside, 1985 Whisky
First Cask- Cragganmore Distillery
Bottle size: 75cl
ABV: 46%
Price:
£345.00
Description
The First Cask 1985 Speyside Single Malt – 22 Years Old is a rare and characterful whisky from one of Scotland’s most celebrated regions. Bottled as part of the much-admired First Cask series, this single cask expression offers whisky lovers the chance to experience an unrepeatable snapshot of Speyside distilling at its finest. With only around 120–150 bottles drawn from the cask, each one represents genuine scarcity and individuality.
On the nose, this whisky immediately shows its maturity: rich layers of honeyed malt, baked orchard fruits, and vanilla mingle with subtle oak spice. Two decades of careful ageing have created a depth and complexity that is both elegant and inviting. The palate delivers smooth waves of dried apricot, caramel, almond, and gentle nutmeg, supported by the soft sweetness for which Speyside is renowned.
The 22 years spent in oak cask have added refinement without overpowering the distillery’s natural fruit-forward style. The finish is long and warming, with a graceful balance of malt sweetness and lingering oak. Bottled at 46% ABV and non-chill filtered, the whisky retains its full character, offering the drinker an authentic single-cask experience true to its origin.
Highly collectible yet perfectly enjoyable, the First Cask 1985 is ideal for those seeking a whisky that combines rarity with drinking pleasure. Whether as a centrepiece in a collection or to mark a special occasion, this 22-year-old Speyside stands as a testament to the quality of traditional Scotch whisky craftsmanship. A bottle not to be missed by the discerning whisky enthusiast.
Condition
Excellent- Cask and bottle number displayed on labels
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