Port Ellen 1980 Connoisseurs Choice

Distilled in 1980 at the now-silent Port Ellen distillery on Islay, this single malt from Gordon & MacPhail’s esteemed Connoisseurs Choice range offers a rare glimpse into a bygone era of Scotch whisky production. Bottled in 1997, it represents a pioneering moment, as Port Ellen was seldom released as a single malt during its operational years, primarily contributing to blends. Expect a complex character, hinting at the distillery’s coastal origins with notes of smoky peat, brine, and a subtle sweetness. At 40% ABV, this 70cl bottling delivers a refined and historically significant Islay experience.