Tobermory 1996/2017 The Pearls of Scotland 20 years old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 53,9%

Some whiskies are left to rest for decades before anyone deems them worthy of a bottle. This pearl from Mull waited twenty years before The Pearls of Scotland opened the cask.

Expert's description

Tobermory 1996/2017 The Pearls of Scotland 20 år Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 53,9% is a Isle of Mull Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in Cask No. 82 and bottled at 53,9%.

With only 274 bottles from cask number 82, this 20-year-old Tobermory is one of the rarest expressions of the distillery ever to reach the Danish market.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Sea salt, dried apricot and a touch of old oak.

Palate

Full and oily with honey, sweet spice and ripe pears.

Finish

Long, soft and lightly maritime.

Specifications

Name: Tobermory 1996/2017 The Pearls of Scotland 20 år Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 53,9%
Distillery: Tobermory
Bottler: The Pearls of Scotland
Region/Country: Isle of Mull
Type: Isle of Mull Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 20 Years
ABV: 53,9%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Cask No. 82
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: No
Distilled: december 1996
Bottled: maj 2017
Number of bottles: 274
EAN no.: 5060371830991

Flavour Profile

Maritime · Spiced · Rich

Investment Potential

Medium – with only 274 bottles from a single cask and a bottler that rarely repeats its releases, this type of rare Tobermory bottling has historically shown rising interest among collectors.

Did you know?

The Pearls of Scotland is an independent bottler specialising in single-cask releases from across Scotland, often from casks left to mature far beyond the usual.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tobermory 1996/2017 The Pearls of Scotland 20 år Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 53,9%

What does Tobermory 1996/2017 The Pearls of Scotland 20 år Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 53,9% taste like?

On the nose you meet sea salt, dried apricot and a touch of old oak. The palate offers full and oily with honey, sweet spice and ripe pears, while the finish gives long, soft and lightly maritime.

What role does the cask play in Tobermory 1996/2017 The Pearls of Scotland 20 år Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 53,9%?

The cask, Cask No. 82, plays a central role in the character and gives the whisky a depth a neutral cask could not provide.

Is Tobermory 1996/2017 The Pearls of Scotland 20 år Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 53,9% worth the money?

Yes, the price reflects the rarity, cask type and the distillery's reputation, and the whisky delivers a character to match.

What glass suits Tobermory 1996/2017 The Pearls of Scotland 20 år Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 53,9% best?

Tobermory 1996/2017 The Pearls of Scotland 20 år Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 53,9% is best enjoyed at room temperature in a nosing glass, letting the aromas open up fully. A few drops of water can help open it up at higher cask strength.

Does Tobermory 1996/2017 The Pearls of Scotland 20 år Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 53,9% make a good gift for a whisky enthusiast?

Yes, Tobermory 1996/2017 The Pearls of Scotland 20 år Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 53,9% makes a solid gift for a whisky enthusiast, especially thanks to the story and character behind the bottle.

How should Tobermory 1996/2017 The Pearls of Scotland 20 år Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 53,9% be stored?

Tobermory 1996/2017 The Pearls of Scotland 20 år Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 53,9% is best kept upright or lying down in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight. An opened bottle keeps its quality for several years if stored correctly.