1992 Vintage Single Malt Scotch Whisky

70cl - 40.8% ABV


For this Littlemill Vintage Release, our Master Blender, Michael Henry, selected 3 casks all distilled in 1992 as an homage to the true Littlemill distillery character: a lighter, floral spirit, reminiscent of the triple distillation of the Duncan Thomas era.

Only 300 Bottles Available Worldwide

Distilled on the 11th of October in 1977, this exceptional 45-year-old whisky came from Littlemill’s patented straight-neck copper pot hybrid stills, designed by its engineers and scientists in the early 1900’s.

The careful selection and finishing of this very special release embodies the true Littlemill character. It’s intriguing to think that this whisky was chosen to be kept back and gently matured thereafter in refill American Oak for four decades, before being selected and re-casked for a final five-year finish in first-fill Oloroso Sherry hogsheads.

This traditional choice of finishing wood is meticulously documented in the distillery’s records, and complements the delicate floral nature of this summertime, Lowland single malt whisky. Natural in colour and cask strength, only 250 bottles of this rare piece of history exist... for a very fortunate few to own.

Additional Information

ABV

40.8%

Volume

70cl

The Last Guardian

Michael Henry, Master Blender

Today, one last custodian of the legacy of Littlemill remains: a guardian of the past traditions and innovations that set this rare single malt Scotch whisky apart.

During their final years of maturation, the casks that contained this exceptionally rare liquid were under the constant, personal supervision of our Master Blender, Michael Henry. With over 30 years industry experience and direct responsibility for all remaining Littlemill liquid, no one has a more erudite, intimate understanding of the character of the last remaining whisky of this lost distillery - and how to preserve it.

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Littlemill 1992 Vintage Single Malt Scotch Whisky

THE FINAL LEGACY OF SCOTLAND’S OLDEST DISTILLERY

It is rumoured that illicit distilling took place as far back as the 14th century when Littlemill operated on the site of an old brewery. However, what we do know is that records prove that Littlemill Distillery gained its licence to sell liquor on the 2nd November 1773 making it the oldest recognised licenced distillery in Scotland.

Tasting Notes

by Michael Henry, Master Blender

Nose

Rich spice and elegant oak. Cinnamon spice combines with cedar wood and cigar box before floral notes of rose scent come through.

Palate

Sweet dried fruit, plump sultana and juicy raisin contrasts the sharpness of green apple with a lime citrus edge. There is a delicate honey sweetness and gentle cinnamon and nutmeg spice.

Finish

Dry oak tannins with a warming clove spiciness then mouth-watering green fruit of grapefruit and gooseberry.

Quite unlike anything else, Littlemill is a beautiful summer whisky, whose characteristics reveal gentle vanilla and floral notes on the nose, with the sweetness of honey and creamy fudge, accompanied on the palate by classic Lowland fresh fruits. It’s an entirely unique and very special character, which we work hard to preserve without compromise.

Michael Henry, Master Blender