Chapter 1 • Robert Muir 45 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

70cl - 50.5% ABV

Sale price£12,500.00

This exceptional 45-year-old whisky came from Littlemill’s patented straight-neck copper pot hybrid stills. Carefully and slowly matured 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.

Limited Release. Only 250 bottles available Worldwide.

Only 250 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

50.5%

Volume

70cl

Cask

Re-casked for a final five-year finish in first-fill Oloroso Sherry hogsheads.

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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A Tale of Unsung Heroes

Between Littlemill’s founding and its lamentable closure, a remarkable story took place. It is one known only by those most deeply researched in the space, but its legacy stretches across the world of whisky.

Tasting Notes

by Michael Henry, Master Blender

Nose

Honey, elderflower, pineapple, kiwi, roasted hazelnuts, cinnamon and nutmeg.

Palate

Silk like mouthfeel, melted brown sugar, vanilla, crème brûlée, crisp apple, ripe pear, freshly squeezed lime juice, dried fruit – sultana and citrus peel.

Finish

Long with notes of grilled grapefruit and sweet caramelised sugars, all balanced with sharp citrus.

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