Blended at Birth 1965 House of Hazelwood 47% 70cl

A magnificent expression from House of Hazelwood, which bottles private stocks belonging to the family behind William Grant & Sons. Distilled back in 1965 and unusually married as new make, this is a glorious amalgam of malt and grain. It spent 56 years maturing in ex-bourbon American oak, and is every bit as beautifully integrated as you’d imagine. Just 192 bottles have been released.  

Tasting note: 

Nose: Rich marzipan, Dundee cake and leather with rich dark fruits and a smooth vanilla nuttiness. 

Palate: Beautifully toasty with a silken palate, a delicate herbal tea note, dried florals, old books and more dark leather. 

Finish: Subtle mint and gentle nutmeg