Royal Salute Forces of Nature by Kate MccGwire 53 Year Old 41.5 abv NV (1 BT70)

Royal Salute Forces of Nature by Kate MccGwire 53 Year Old 41.5 abv NV

Bottle #15 of 21

One of just 21 bottles ever to be released, this is one of the rarest and oldest Royal Salute whiskies ever created. This magnificent blend, bottled at 53 years old, alludes to the year 1953, when Queen Elizabeth II was crowned and Royal Salute was established.

The decanter itself is decorated with intricate feathers, hand engraved and hand gilded in 24 carat gold by artisans from Dartington Crystal. The bottle stands alongside a bespoke sculpture made of pheasant feathers. The sculpture and the decanter are housed together in a custom cabinet, hand-crafted from Scottish oak and lined with the finest Scottish leather.

Tasting Notes

NOSE

Rich and fruity: juicy blood orange, honey blossom, fresh mango and sweet peach sorbet intertwine with cinnamon, rich caramel and dark liquorice.

PALATE

An initial explosion of fruit, namely fresh strawberries, dark cherries, and soft red apples, is followed by dark chocolate, lavish toffee, candied walnuts, marzipan and sweet toasted oak.  

FINISH

Rich and long, with a slight dryness.

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1 bt 70cl (opc)

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