Spirit of North Scotland 1973 His Excellency 25% 70cl First Fill Bourbon Barrel This expression has been matured

This expression has been matured in ex-bourbon casks which let the malt-forward spirit shine through

It’s a treat to keep revisiting to see how the oak

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Nose: Summer fruits

Nose: Iodine and smouldering wood chips are the most predominant aromas upon opening this dram

Spirit of North Scotland 1973 His Excellency 25% 70cl First Fill Bourbon Barrel This expression has been maturedSpirit of North Scotland 1973 His Excellency 25% 70cl A fascinating piece of liquid history here a grain spirit distilled all the way back in 1973. Not only that, but it was born at the family run North of Scotland Distillery which was only open from 1957 1980. While technically not a Scotch (its released at 25% ABV, far below the legal 40%), it is light, zesty, delicate and thoroughly delicious.