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Right now the Grand Outdated Parr model is a part of Diageo’s portfolio, however its origins date again to when brothers James and Samuel Greenlees established themselves as London whisky sellers and blenders in 1871. And what higher approach to have fun aged whiskey than to call it after the semi-legendarily aged Outdated Tom Parr? Parr was an Englishman reputed to have lived by means of the whole lot of the sixteenth century after which some. There may be motive to doubt the reality of the declare that Tom Parr lived over a century and a half, however no scarcity of theories (starting from the superior structure granted by nation dwelling to a combination up along with his grandfather’s beginning certificates) to clarify how or why he did. Whereas Tom Parr’s age is disputed, his existence is nicely documented; together with by his portrait, painted by Flemish grasp Peter Paul Rubens, which graces right now’s bottle of Grand Outdated Parr.
The Greenlees’ started distributing their mix of aged whisky bearing the identify Historical Outdated Parr in 1909 ( “Historical” was dropped in favor of “Grand” in 1941) with an eye fixed to the worldwide market. These international exports paid off for the Parr model–establishing shipments to Latin America in 1921, the model continues to get pleasure from recognition there, with nearly all of their international gross sales coming from Latin America and the Caribbean.
Distribution in Europe and the US has been restricted for the reason that 80s, however that’s about to alter as Diageo has not too long ago resumed stateside distribution. “As a model with wealthy historical past in Latin America that goes again generations, we’re excited to formally deliver Outdated Parr Aged 18 Years to the U.S., inviting followers to raise their celebrations with family and friends and lift a glass with our latest liquid,” says Meghan Redler, Model Supervisor, in a ready assertion.
The bottom of the mix comes from Cragganmore, and is available in a dappled-textured bottle harking back to the tavern bottles of distant occasions.
Outdated Parr Aged 18 Years (picture through Diageo)
Tasting Notes: Grand Outdated Parr 18 12 months Outdated
Very important Stats: 80 proof, 18 12 months age assertion, common worth of $68.
Look: Golden shade. Somewhat thinner than I’d anticipated, however nonetheless a strong medium physique. The legs are easy and look a contact oily in the very best approach.
Nostril: Roasted cashews and a touch of distant smoke.
Palate: Shiny, creamy vanilla, proper on the outset that sweetens right into a type of dried-fruit medley. The roasted nut flavors from the nostril return on the end, however extra as a honey-roast peanut than cashew. Whereas sipping, my thoughts wandered as I attempted to dream up the right path combine.
