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North British Vintage Collection 1979 18 Years Single Grain Whisky

North British 1979 SV

North British

Scotland · United Kingdom

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Whisky Information

Age
18 years
ABV
43%
Volume
700 ml
Category
Single Grain Whisky
Distillery
North British
Distillation Year
03.1979
Bottling Year
04.1997
Cask Types
Sherry Casks

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Recent history

Lowest Price:€314.62(2024-02-28)

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Established in 1885 by Andrew Usher Jr., William Sanderson, and John Crabbie, the North British Distillery Company is a landmark grain whisky producer situated in Edinburgh, Scotland. Conceived during the Victorian era's blended whisky revolution, the distillery was specifically designed to produce premium grain whisky using continuous column stills (Coffey stills). Andrew Usher, widely recognized as a pioneering figure in blended Scotch whisky, spearheaded this venture to secure a reliable supply of quality grain spirit for his renowned blends. The distillery's output—characterized by its light, delicate, and versatile profile—has become an essential foundation for countless iconic Scotch whisky brands. As one of Scotland's largest and most enduring grain whisky facilities, North British continues to operate with the same commitment to excellence, supplying premium grain whisky to the global Scotch industry.
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Flavor Profile

Dried FruitDried Fruit
HoneyHoney
Dark ChocolateDark Chocolate
NutsNuts
PepperPepper
CaramelCaramel
OrangeOrange
RaisinsRaisins
SpicesSpices
Candied FruitCandied Fruit

Tasting Notes & Reviews

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Duncan Carter

Duncan Carter

May 22, 2026, 07:52:53

Warm and a bit fruity at first, then some gentle spice and oak comes through. Feels cosy, slightly sweet, with a dry little finish. Quite easy to sip by the fire 🥃

Adele Stewart

Adele Stewart

May 15, 2026, 09:34:02

Warm and cosy dram 🥃 I get a bit of honey, oak, dried fruit and a wee spicy tingle. Feels smooth, slightly smoky, with a soft sweet finish. Nice for a quiet evening, honestly.

Edward Hunt

Edward Hunt

May 8, 2026, 11:31:59

Aww, this whisky's got such a lovely honey sweetness! 🍯 Kinda nutty too, with a bit of apple and caramel. Really smooth, no burn at all. The smoky notes are subtle, not overpowering, and there's a hint of spice that lingers. Makes me feel all warm and relaxed. 😌 Sometimes I catch a floral touch too, like meadow flowers on a sunny day. Very moreish, gotta say. Could sip this all evening. 👍

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