Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers, the creators of Outdated Perth Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, launched their newest bottling this February. Hand-chosen from Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers’ enviable assortment of mature single malt Scotch Whiskies, the PX version takes its identify from the Oloroso and PX Sherry hogsheads and butts during which it reached maturation. And simply 7800 bottles of Outdated Perth PX have been launched…
Pedigree and Perthshire
Outdated Perth whisky has been held in excessive esteem because the center of final century, because of its excessive malt content material and inclusion of one of the vital prestigious sherried single malt whiskies on the earth. Extra not too long ago, the Morrisons (considered one of Scotland’s oldest whisky households), bought the model, utilizing a small collection of distilleries within the Speyside area to supply their mature single malt. Utilizing a vatting and marrying course of on the facility in Aberargie, Perthshire, the whisky is accomplished within the highest high quality of wooden — the household’s heritage gaining them entry to particularly distinctive and distinctive casks from pedigree distilleries throughout Scotland.
Niel Hendriksz, Gross sales Director at Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers, commented on the launch:
“Our dedication to the Outdated Perth vary has at all times been to make the highest-quality blended malt scotch whisky, by way of the unique use of absolutely sherry-matured liquid. By our restricted version vary, we glance to additional spotlight the affect that several types of sherry can have on whisky and we’re delighted with the outcomes of PX maturation, producing a velvety texture with raisins, dates and candied fruit main into darkish chocolate and cocoa.”
15 months of mellowing
In the course of the 15 months previous to its February launch, the liquid gained stability, complexity and a deep garnet hue, in fifteen fastidiously chosen casks first-fill Pedro Ximenez casks from Bodega José y Miguel Martin, Spain. The ensuing wealthy fruit notes of sultana, prune and cacao present a velvety texture and an ABV of 56.2%.
Outdated Perth PX is accessible to buy from main drinks retailers throughout the UK, with an RRP of £58.00. And you’ll find out extra concerning the distillery and its merchandise, at www.oldperthwhisky.com.
