Strathisla 39 Years Old 1964 Licensed Bottling (G&M)

This is a Strathisla single malt, chosen and bottled by Gordon & MacPhail matured to 39 year old from 1964 and bottled at 40%. Strathisla, founded in 1786 on the banks of the Isla at Keith, is the home of Chivas Regal. It is the oldest continuously operating distillery in the Scottish Highlands.

The spirit was run through onion shaped stills with long necks for a rich make, to build a creamy, orchard fruit character. Ex-Bourbon casks held the spirit, soft oak that lets the fruit lead. Long ageing brings a deep dried fruit character and a mellow, polished oak. The cool Speyside climate gives a slow, even maturation over many years. Scarce as an official bottling, Strathisla was long bottled mainly by Gordon and MacPhail. The distillery has stood by the Isla since the reign of George III. Short copper pot stills give the rich, full bodied make the distillery is known for. Keith is one of Speyside's old whisky towns, north of the Cairngorms.

Reduced to 40%, it is mellow. A rich, fruity sweetness meet soft vanilla and honey from the cask. Beneath it run honey, pear and a soft spice. A fruity, gently spiced finish lingers long. This is the fruity Speyside heart of Chivas Regal.