By means of this program, People can construct a library of priceless and scrumptious whisky, with a few of the rarest liquids on the planet. Celebrating the defining moments of a lifetime, this launch attracts on the theme of ‘A Second in Time.’
Bottlings throughout the Prima & Ultima sequence are drawn from casks: the primary or final of their type.
Every launch of Prima & Ultima is fastidiously curated by one in all Diageo’s Grasp Blenders. This yr, Dr. Wilson hand-selected eight distinctive bottlings for the gathering, 4 of which shall be out there in the US to personal shoppers. Making use of his in-depth information of Diageo’s distinctive Single Malts, this launch is a curation of mature whiskies that beckon a taste and historical past not often encountered – he has personally marked every spirit as excellent.
Ed Bello, Luxurious Model Director for Diageo, feedback, “We’re delighted to introduce Diageo’s Non-public Consumer program to the US with our first launch of the Prima & Ultima assortment right here. Shoppers is not going to solely have entry to extraordinarily uncommon and distinctive whiskies but additionally a white glove service to assist curate and develop their collections.”
Collectors and whisky fans might want to act quick as very restricted portions shall be out there of Royal Lachnagar 1981, Singleton of Glen Ord 1987, Talisker 1984, and Lagavulin 1993.
An internet registration web page is now open at www.theprimaandultimacollection.com for whisky fans to register their curiosity in these effective bottlings.
Royal Lochnagar 1981
40-12 months-Previous | 52.5% ABV
Bottled: 06.12.21 | Refill casks, refill American Oak Hogsheads Quantity Bottled: 1,047 | Balmoral, Royal Deeside
A tiny batch of Royal Lochnagar, a part of a pioneering experiment to achieve the angels’ share, the whisky misplaced from the cask by evaporation. When the experiment ended, a small quantity of liquid was transferred into the current casks, to slumber peacefully till its fifth decade. It is a swish, mature whisky of nice freshness and vitality with aromas of honeysuckle, rose and bramble, resulting in a {smooth} creamy mouthfeel.
The Singleton of Glen Ord 1987
34 Years-Previous | 49.4% ABV
Bottled: 10.12.21 | 5 refill American Oak Hogsheads Quantity Bottled: 1,047 | Glen Ord, Highlands
A primary, and final, that is the primary 1987 The Singleton of Glen Ord classic and the one one ever to be launched, from the final casks that stay. Gradual crafting and persistence had been key to this uncommon bottling, taking time to distil the liquid and see every cask attain its peak. The result’s a chic liquid with a aromatic nostril and creamy-smooth texture. The sweetly satisfying style holds deep fruity flavors with hints of ginger.
Lagavulin 1993
28-Years-Previous | 50.1% ABV
Bottled: 08.12.21 | 1 Pedro Ximenez/Oloroso seasoned butt, 1 refill American Oak Hogsheads Quantity Bottled: 642 | Port Ellen, Isle of Islay
A prized Lagavulin, from the final two 1993 casks, crammed within the yr the distillery gained the primary of an avalanche of worldwide awards. It was the beginning of a golden period, a hit that owed a lot to an Islay legend, Supervisor Grant Carmichael. A Lagavulin at its mature peak with redcurrant fruitness on the nostril, quickly overcome by the maritime scents of sea salt and candy seaweed. Frivolously oily, the graceful texture delivers an extended mellow end, a gloriously wealthy and rounded whisky.
Talisker 1984
37-Years-Previous | 51.9% ABV
Bottled: 07.12.21 | 3 refill American Oak Hogsheads, 1 ex-Sherry European Oak Butt Quantity Bottled: 968 | Carbost, Isle of Skye
Taken from the final 1984 casks from Talisker, put aside and guarded for many years for his or her promising potential. On the time few knew of Talisker’s tempestuous maritime character, however there was one thing particular about these 1984 casks that made the distiller set them apart.
The nostril offers speedy gentle smoky notes, joined by effective sand and seaweed drying on a sizzling day. The calmly oily texture is nice and wealthy to start out, with thunder rolling in shortly after, leaving a mighty peppery kick. It’s Skye in all its elemental glory.
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