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Where to buy Port Ellen 1978 Prima and Ultima Fourth Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 700ML

Port Ellen 1978 Prima and Ultima Fourth Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 700ML

$29,999.99

Whiskey: Port Ellen 1978 Prima and Ultima Fourth Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 700ML

This vanishingly rare example of an exceptional Port Ellen, richly expressive after forty-three years, comes from the last four precious American Oak Hogsheads from 1978. Created by and tended to by Iain MacArthur, who filled the last cask at Port Ellen in 1983.

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Size: 700ML

Proof: 106.8 (53.4%ABV)

Origin: Scotland

Distillery: Port Ellen

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This vanishingly rare example of an exceptional Port Ellen, richly expressive after forty-three years, comes from the last four precious American Oak Hogsheads from 1978. Created by and tended to by Iain MacArthur, who filled the last cask at Port Ellen in 1983.

Port Ellen 1978 Prima and Ultima Fourth Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 700ML Tasting Notes

Nose: Hints of rock salt and dry seaweed, beneath which another smoky note suggests a faded coal sack.

Palate: Smoothly oily and mouth-filling in texture, with the classic Port Ellen balance of sweetness, saltiness and smoke richly expressed in a surprisingly sweet taste to start.

Finish: Long and peppery-smoky, with an attractively spicy edge and a tongue-tingling aftertaste.

Distillery Information

In 1825 a malt mill was established on the outskirts of the village of Port Ellen. By 1833 it had been converted into the Port Ellen distillery by local entrepreneur John Ramsay. Ramsay was an associate of Walter Frederick Campbell, owner of Islay and huge supporter of its fledgling Scotch whisky distilleries.

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Port Ellen 1978 Prima and Ultima Fourth Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 700ML

$29,999.99

Whiskey: Port Ellen 1978 Prima and Ultima Fourth Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 700ML

This vanishingly rare example of an exceptional Port Ellen, richly expressive after forty-three years, comes from the last four precious American Oak Hogsheads from 1978. Created by and tended to by Iain MacArthur, who filled the last cask at Port Ellen in 1983.

Order from the Largest & Most Trusted Premium Spirits Marketplace!

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ALL ORDERS PLACED ARE GUARANTEED and WILL NOT be cancelled like with other retailers. Many other small liquor store sites will end up cancelling your order due to the high demand and unavailability.

Size: 700ML

Proof: 106.8 (53.4%ABV)

Origin: Scotland

Distillery: Port Ellen

This vanishingly rare example of an exceptional Port Ellen, richly expressive after forty-three years, comes from the last four precious American Oak Hogsheads from 1978. Created by and tended to by Iain MacArthur, who filled the last cask at Port Ellen in 1983.

Port Ellen 1978 Prima and Ultima Fourth Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky | 700ML Tasting Notes

Nose: Hints of rock salt and dry seaweed, beneath which another smoky note suggests a faded coal sack.

Palate: Smoothly oily and mouth-filling in texture, with the classic Port Ellen balance of sweetness, saltiness and smoke richly expressed in a surprisingly sweet taste to start.

Finish: Long and peppery-smoky, with an attractively spicy edge and a tongue-tingling aftertaste.

Distillery Information

In 1825 a malt mill was established on the outskirts of the village of Port Ellen. By 1833 it had been converted into the Port Ellen distillery by local entrepreneur John Ramsay. Ramsay was an associate of Walter Frederick Campbell, owner of Islay and huge supporter of its fledgling Scotch whisky distilleries.

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