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Linkwood 1995 22 Years Single Malt Whisky

Linkwood 1995 Wy

Linkwood

Speyside · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
22 years
ABV
46%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Malt Whisky
Distillery
Linkwood
Distillation Year
1995
Bottling Year
2017
Cask Types
Hogshead

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Lowest Price:€107.29(2024-02-28)

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Linkwood Distillery, founded in 1821, became a cornerstone of Diageo's Scotch whisky portfolio following the construction of its second distillery in 1971, garnering exceptional attention from its parent company. The modern facility underwent its first major renovation in 2011, closing for four months to install a new mash tun and automated distillation control systems. A second expansion phase in 2013 added two additional spirit stills and six fermentation washbacks, boosting production capacity by 60% to 5.6 million liters annually. While renovations are standard across Diageo's distillery estate, Linkwood holds particular significance. For over two centuries, its single malt has been prized by successive owners, serving as an indispensable foundation for numerous blended whiskies. Master blenders regard Linkwood's spirit as crucial for contributing complexity, body, and distinctive character to iconic blends such as Johnnie Walker and White Horse. The original 1821 distillery operated alongside the 1971 facility until 1985, utilizing traditional worm tub condensers that produced a slightly heavier, more robust spirit profile. Though the historic site was demolished in 2013, the expanded stillhouse continues production. Remnants include six dunnage warehouses dating from 1872 and a pagoda-roofed kiln. Current production features a 12.5-ton full lauter mash tun, eleven wooden washbacks, and three pairs of stills. Fermentation times range from 65-105 hours over a standard five-day work week. Annual output fluctuates between 3.6 and 5.6 million liters depending on operational schedules. Linkwood's primary official bottling is the 12-Year-Old under Diageo's Flora & Fauna series. In October 2016, a rare 37-Year-Old expression was released as part of the Rare Malts series, distilled in 1978 and bottled at 50.3% ABV.
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Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Whiskyspace Notes 2340

Whiskyspace Notes 2340

Jul 6, 2026, 04:55:41

🥃 Just cracked open this beauty last night, colour’s that perfect pale gold straight away First hit’s so ueber-citrusy it’s mad – all crisp granny smith apples, that very lovely limoncello tang, even a whiff of lemon tree blossom right off the bat Then it softens out, all buttery croissants, kougelhopf spice, that light Cuban rum sweetness, little wulong tea edge too, faint aniseed tickle at the back Weirdly there’s this creamy porridge vibe halfway through? And a hint of fresh dough, even a little panettone fruitiness So wevy easy to drink, not too simple at all, would happily sip this with my morning cuppa no bother 😌

Whiskyspace Notes 2083

Whiskyspace Notes 2083

Jun 26, 2026, 22:04:30

Just poured a glass, and it's this pale gold, like sunlight through a lemonade on a summer day. The nose is all lemon tree and lemongrass, proper ueber-citrusy – reminds me of squeezing granny smith apples with a hint of oranges. Takes a sip, and it's light Cuban rum meets white cherries, with a limoncello-y kick that's very zesty. Not too simple, that’s for sure – there's a whisper of aniseed and buttery croissants in there, and I swear I get panettone and dough notes, like breakfast at a kougelhopf bakery. The finish fades to wulong tea and a soft, medium warmth. Very easy going, but keeps you thinking. 🍋✨

Whiskyspace Notes 2032

Whiskyspace Notes 2032

Jun 25, 2026, 18:09:31

Ooooh, first sip hits like a sunny morning—pale gold and bright as a lemon tree in full bloom 🌿✨ Then it’s all citrus overload, like someone squeezed a whole bag of oranges into my glass, but in the best way—zesty, almost fizzy, like lemonade with a kick of limoncello 🍋💥 Underneath, there’s this warm, buttery croissant vibe, like fresh from the oven with a dollop of clotted cream, and a whisper of aniseed that lingers like a fancy cocktail 🥐☕ Then—bam—cherries and apples sneak in, tart little Granny Smiths playing hide-and-seek with white cherries, all wrapped in a cosy porridge hug 🍒🍏 Not too heavy, not too light, just this lovely balance—like a lazy Sunday brunch with a twist of wulong tea and a hint of panettone 🥂🍞 Mmm, proper lovely stuff.

Whiskyspace Notes 1803

Whiskyspace Notes 1803

Jun 23, 2026, 14:45:33

Hmm, this is a really zesty dram, right from the first sip. It's like biting into a fresh Granny Smith apple, but with a big squeeze of lemon on top. Very limoncello-ish. 🍋 It’s medium-bodied, super easy to drink, but not too simple at all. I get this lovely lemongrass note, and a hint of light, sweet Cuban rum. There’s a soft, doughy sweetness in the background too – reminds me of a buttery croissant or a slice of panettone. Some Wulong tea and a whisper of aniseed come through later. Really lovely citrus notes of orange as well. Just a very easy-going, refreshing whisky. Cheers! 🥃

Whiskyspace Notes 1764

Whiskyspace Notes 1764

Jun 23, 2026, 10:36:31

我最近喝了一种威士忌,颜色是漂亮的淡金色,闻起来非常好,有柠檬和柑橘的味道,很清爽 🌞 喝下去感觉口感很丝滑,带有一点柠檬的酸爽,和一点点的奶油味,让我想起了早餐的燕麦粥和牛角面包 🥐 茶的味道也有一点,乌龙茶的感觉,很微妙,不会盖过其他味道 整体感觉很平衡,不会太简单,也不会太复杂,很容易入口,很享受这种感觉 😊

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