Distillery description
Linlithgow Distillery, also known as Saint Magdalene, was located in the Lowlands, specifically in the town of Linlithgow. Founded around 1798 on the site of an earlier distillery, it was named after the former monastery nearby. The distillery underwent several expansions throughout the 19th century and was incorporated into the Distillers Company Limited (DCL) in 1912, which later merged with Diageo. Saint Magdalene Distillery was renowned for producing typical Lowland whisky-smooth, light, fresh, and floral-which was often used as a component in blended whiskies. Unfortunately, in 1983, amidst a deep crisis and overproduction in the whisky industry, the Linlithgow/Saint Magdalene distillery closed, along with many others. After its closure, parts of the distillery buildings were demolished and converted into residential properties. Today, bottles of this single malt whisky are rare and highly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs. They are primarily available from independent bottlers and in limited editions, significantly increasing their value and prestige in the whisky market. Bottle description
Linlithgow 1982 is a single malt whisky bottled by independent bottler Murray McDavid as part of the prestigious Mission Gold series. This series focuses on limited editions of exceptional and rare whiskies, often bottled at cask strength, without chill filtration and coloring. The whisky was distilled in 1982 and bottled in 2007 after 25 years of aging, maturing in a combination of bourbon casks followed by cognac casks, which imparts a unique flavor profile.Nose: Fruity and floral notes, with hints of vanilla, citrus, and subtle maltiness. The bourbon and cognac barrel influence adds rich sweetness and a hint of spice.
Taste: Smooth and layered, with fruit notes like apples and pears, combined with vanilla and honey. Creamy texture with subtle wood and dried fruit notes.
Finish: Long and well-balanced, with lingering sweetness, notes of wood, spice, and fruit, leaving an elegant finish.
The auctioned bottle is #692 out of 1800 twisted bottles, making it a sought-after collector's item, especially since the St. Magdalene distillery closed in 1983.
Size: 700 ml | Duty stamp: CZ | Packaging: metal tube
