Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 years old Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46%

There is a calm to Linkwood that only truly reveals itself once you give it time in the glass.

Expert's description

Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46% is a Speyside Single Malt Whisky, matured in virgin oak and bottled at 46%.

The whisky is distilled at Linkwood and independently selected and bottled by Wilson & Morgan.

It was distilled 2013 and bottled 2021, giving it 8 years.

Only 1026 bottles were released from this batch, making it an exclusive release for collectors.

Tasting notes

Nose

On the nose you meet blossom, ripe pears and coconut.

Palate

The taste unfolds with beeswax, fresh baked wood and vanilla custard.

Finish

The finish is long and warm, with vanilla custard and blossom.

Specifications

Name: Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46%
Distillery: Linkwood
Bottler: Wilson & Morgan
Region/Country: Speyside
Type: Speyside Single Malt Whisky
Age: 8 years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Virgin Oak (#303765-68-69)
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 2013
Bottled: 2021
Number of bottles: 1026
EAN no.: 8033749407337

Flavour profile

Spicy · Sweet · Rich

Did you know?

When the distillery was rebuilt in 1962, manager Roddie Mackay insisted on copying the old stills down to the last detail, and reportedly refused to have cobwebs removed from the old still house because he believed they were part of the character.

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Frequently asked questions about Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46%

What does Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46% taste like?

On the nose you meet blossom, ripe pears and coconut. The taste unfolds with beeswax, fresh baked wood and vanilla custard. The finish is long and warm, with vanilla custard and blossom.

What role does the cask play in Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46%?

The cask, virgin oak, leaves a clear mark on the character and gives Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46% a depth a neutral cask could never provide.

What is the best glass for Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46%?

Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46% is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, letting the aromas open up fully. A few drops of water can help at higher cask strength.

What defines Linkwood?

Linkwood was founded in 1821 just outside Elgin, making it one of the oldest working distilleries in Speyside.

Does Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46% make a good gift for a whisky enthusiast?

Yes, Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46% is a solid choice as a gift for a whisky enthusiast, thanks especially to the story and character behind the bottle.

How should Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46% be stored?

Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46% keeps best standing or lying down in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. An opened bottle retains its quality for several years if stored correctly.

How many bottles of Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46% exist?

A total of 1026 bottles of Linkwood 2013/2021 Wilson & Morgan 8 år Single Speyside Malt Whisky 70 cl 46% were released, making it a limited release.