Longmorn 36 Year Old 1976 Malts of Scotland

The last Longmorn that I try in this little line-up, is the newest from Malts of Scotland. And what a nice Longmorn indeed! No less than 36 years old from the legendary vintage (for Longmorn at least) 1976. Buckle up!

Tropical fruit prances towards your nostrils in this quite creamy nose. Apricots, melons, pineapple, it has it all and more. Apfelstrüdel, mango, coconut. The whole is seasoned with a lot of nutmeg, some liquorice and a touch of ginger. Some chocolate and honey as well. Top!

The first thing you notice on the palate is the spices. Ginger is more obvious now, but also white pepper and a leaf of mint that keeps it fresh and alive. The fruit evolves toward fruit pie. Appel cake with icing sugar. Then a bitter edge as if from grapefruit skins and Seville oranges. Orangettes! The oak plays second violin, but is clearly a virtuoso. Wonderful.

The finish is very long and reveals some more wood, without going over the top. It remains fruity and sweet.

Admittedly, 250 EUR is not cheap. But then, this whisky is an absolutely top malt.

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