Linkwood 2008/2021 Signatory 13 year old Single Speyside Malt 46%

Linkwood sits tucked behind tall hedges outside Elgin, and the distillery is known for a style many call underrated. This 13 year old from Signatory shows exactly why.

The expert's description

Linkwood 2008/2021 Signatory 13 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 46% is a Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in Hogshead and bottled at 46%.

The whisky was distilled in March 2008 and bottled in August 2021 by the independent bottler Signatory from a single hogshead, giving a clean and unfiltered expression of the distillate.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Linden honey, green apples and a hint of fresh-baked bread.

Palate

Creamy malt, pear and a mild nutty tone.

Finish

Medium length with dry grain and a lightly spiced finish.

Specifications

Name: Linkwood 2008/2021 Signatory 13 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 46%
Distillery: Linkwood
Bottler: Signatory
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 13 years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Hogshead
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 31.03.2008
Bottled: 17.08.2021

Flavour Profile

Fresh · Fruity · Soft

Did you know?

Linkwood is one of the distilleries where the manager once insisted that not even spiderwebs should be removed from the still house, believing they affected the character of the spirit.

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Frequently asked questions about Linkwood 2008/2021 Signatory 13 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 46%

How old is Linkwood 2008/2021 Signatory 13 Year Old?

The whisky is 13 years old, distilled in March 2008 and bottled in August 2021 by Signatory from a single hogshead.

What type of whisky is this?

It is a Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky from the Linkwood distillery, bottled at 46% without chill filtration and with natural colour.

What does Linkwood 2008/2021 Signatory 13 Year Old taste like?

The nose offers linden honey and green apples, the palate is creamy malt with pear, and the finish is medium length with dry grain.

How should this whisky be served?

It is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, letting the soft fruit notes open up.

What is Linkwood distillery known for?

Linkwood sits outside Elgin in Speyside and is known for a light, elegant style that has long been prized as a blending component.

Is Linkwood a well-known single malt?

Linkwood is best known among whisky enthusiasts, since most of its output has traditionally gone into blends, making independent bottlings like this one particularly interesting.