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Port Ellen 1979 25 Year Old Douglas Laing Old Malt Cask

ABV: 50% - Size: 70cl

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This Islay whisky was distilled by Port Ellen in 1979 and aged for 25 years. Bottled and released by Douglas Laing this is a good example of an indie bottling of Port Ellen. At 50% ABV this alcohol content is more than acceptable. Bottled at the standard issue size of 70cl.

About the whisky

Distillery:: Port Ellen Distillery
Bottler:: Douglas Laing
Age:: 25 Year Old
Region:: Islay
Category:: Scotch Whisky
Style:: Single Malt

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