MacDuff 2007/2021 Mossburn 14 years Single Highland Malt Whisky 56,4%

In Highland, some distilleries never shout about themselves — they let the whisky speak. Macduff is one of them.

Expert's description

MacDuff 2007/2021 Mossburn 14 år Single Highland Malt Whisky 56,4% is a Highland Single Malt Whisky, matured in ruby port hogshead and bottled at 56,4%.

The whisky is distilled at Macduff and independently selected and bottled by Mossburn as part of the Release nr. 29 series.

It was distilled 2007 and bottled 2021, giving it 14 years.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose opens with malt, a fleeting sulphur note that clears to fruit and dark berries.

Palate

The taste unfolds with a fleeting sulphur note that clears to fruit, port sweetness and dark berries.

Finish

It finishes long and spicy, with spice and malt.

Specifications

Name: MacDuff 2007/2021 Mossburn 14 år Single Highland Malt Whisky 56,4%
Distillery: Macduff
Bottler: Mossburn
Region/Country: Highland
Type: Highland Single Malt Whisky
Age: 14 years
ABV: 56,4%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ruby Port Hogshead (#05.1107.29)
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 2007
Bottled: 2021
Edition: Release nr. 29
EAN no.: 5060033847312

Flavour profile

Fruity · Dark · Spicy

Did you know?

Macduff is known for its unusual stills, some fitted with as many as five lyne arms, a rare design in Scotch whisky production.

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Frequently asked questions about MacDuff 2007/2021 Mossburn 14 år Single Highland Malt Whisky 56,4%

What does MacDuff 2007/2021 Mossburn 14 år Single Highland Malt Whisky 56,4% taste like?

The nose opens with malt, a fleeting sulphur note that clears to fruit and dark berries. The taste unfolds with a fleeting sulphur note that clears to fruit, port sweetness and dark berries. It finishes long and spicy, with spice and malt.

What role does the cask play in MacDuff 2007/2021 Mossburn 14 år Single Highland Malt Whisky 56,4%?

The cask, ruby port hogshead, leaves a clear mark on the character and gives MacDuff 2007/2021 Mossburn 14 år Single Highland Malt Whisky 56,4% a depth a neutral cask could never provide.

What is the best glass for MacDuff 2007/2021 Mossburn 14 år Single Highland Malt Whisky 56,4%?

MacDuff 2007/2021 Mossburn 14 år Single Highland Malt Whisky 56,4% 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 Macduff?

Much of Macduff's output is sold under the name The Deveron, after the river that runs past the distillery.

Does MacDuff 2007/2021 Mossburn 14 år Single Highland Malt Whisky 56,4% make a good gift for a whisky enthusiast?

Yes, MacDuff 2007/2021 Mossburn 14 år Single Highland Malt Whisky 56,4% is a solid choice as a gift for a whisky enthusiast, thanks especially to the story and character behind the bottle.

How should MacDuff 2007/2021 Mossburn 14 år Single Highland Malt Whisky 56,4% be stored?

MacDuff 2007/2021 Mossburn 14 år Single Highland Malt Whisky 56,4% 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.