Distillery description
Strathisla is a Scottish distillery located in the Speyside region, specifically in the town of Keith. Founded in 1786 under the name Milltown, it is one of the oldest continuously operating distilleries in Scotland. The distillery was renamed Strathisla in 1870, after the nearby River Isla, which provides water for whisky production. Strathisla is renowned for its smooth, sweet, and fruity whisky, characterized by a rich flavor that benefits from longer aging. Its whisky plays a crucial role in Chivas Regal blended whisky, with Strathisla considered its heart. In 1950, the distillery was acquired by Chivas Brothers, now part of Pernod Ricard, and has remained a key component of their portfolio ever since. While much of its production is used in blended whisky, Strathisla also offers its whisky in limited quantities as a single malt and is available in independent bottlings. Bottle description
Strathisla 1964 is a single malt whisky from the Strathisla distillery, bottled by independent bottler Gordon & MacPhail as part of their Licensed Bottling series. This bottling ensures that the whisky remains true to the distillery's authentic style and character. Distilled in 1964 and bottled in 2006, after 42 years of aging in first-fill sherry casks, it has a deep and full-bodied profile.Nose: Dominant notes of dried fruit like raisins and figs, with dark chocolate and hints of leather and tobacco.
Taste: Strong sherry influence with dark fruit, rich spice, roasted nuts, and toffee, balanced by earthy oak notes.
Finish: Long and warm, with lingering sherry sweetness, oak, dried fruit, and subtle smokiness.
This bottle is a sought-after rarity, especially due to its long aging in premium sherry casks, making it highly prized among whisky enthusiasts and collectors.
Size: 700 ml | Duty stamp: CZ | Packaging: paper box | Bottle code: JF/BHI
