2002 Girvan 21 Year Old "Old Particular" K&L Exclusive Single Refill Hogshead Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml)

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The Girvan Distillery is on one of the world's largest alcohol producing facilities in the world. On the southern coast of Ayrshire, just north of the eponymous town, this facility is enormous and has a capacity to produce nearly 115 million liters of pure alcohol per year. It's also the place where Hendrick's is made. The distillery was built in the 1960s during a dispute between owners William Grant & Sons and the largest conglomerate at the time DCL (the predecessor to modern day Diageo). Only 9 months between groundbreaking and first run make the construction a truly unprecedented endeavor. Despite the enormous size Girvan Single Grain can be exceptional. This nicely aged version captures its opulent style perfectly. Filled to a beautiful old hogshead in November of 2002, it was bottled in March of 2024 and full cask strength with no coloring or chillfiltration whatsoever at 61.7% abv. The style is big, and barley driven with sweet cream, barley tea, creme brulee and hints of citrus zest. Round and syrupy on the palate, the confectionary character is on full display - flap jacks and maple syrup. Hints of vanilla and gentle roasted oak character to balance the sweet cereal character. The upfront sweetness is met contrasting flavors to add depth - candied ginger, fresh citrus pulp, and soft baking spices. A surprisingly complex style albeit in a very friendly package.