The Macallan Fine & Rare 1971
1971
THE YEAR THAT WAS
After 120 years, on February 15th 1971, the UK changed from using the old pence, shillings and pounds to its new decimal currency. China was officially seated in the United Nations and also launched its first space satellite. George Harrison, became the first member of The Beatles to have a solo number one with ‘My Sweet Lord’. The first Arpanet e-mail was sent between two computers.
Discover the Year
All NOBLE things are as difficult as they are RARE.
Bernard Spinoza
The Details
AGE OF WHISKY 30 Years Old
YEAR BOTTLED 2002
CASK TYPE Butt
CASK No. 7556
TOTAL OUTTURN 515 Bottle Equivalents
TINT 45
AVAILABILITY 750ml, 700ml, 50ml
The Experience
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COLOUR
Rich Rosewood
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NOSE
Parma violet sweets with light fruits and citrus orange.
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PALATE
Fruity and orangey with a light oiliness and malty cereal note.
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FINISH
Citrus orange and dried fruits. No woody dryness. After taste of heavily toasted oak wood. Medium length and vibrant.
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STRENGTH
55.9% vol Natural Cask Strength
