Millburn 34 yo (1967/2001), Old Malt Cask, 50%

Introduction

The Millburn 34-year-old is an exceptional relic from a Highland distillery that ceased production in 1985, making this 1967 distillation a treasured legacy of a whisky-making tradition that can never be replicated.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Premium Scottish barley and the distinctive water source from the Highlands that gave Millburn its unique character
• Distillation process: Traditional Scottish pot still distillation as practiced at Millburn distillery, which was known for its meticulous approach to spirit creation
• Maturation: Patiently aged for 34 years in carefully selected oak casks, allowing for exceptional depth and complexity to develop
• Special techniques: Bottled as part of Douglas Laing’s Old Malt Cask series, which emphasizes single cask bottlings without chill filtration or artificial coloring to preserve authenticity

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich dried fruits, old leather-bound books, polished oak, and subtle hints of tropical fruits with gentle spice notes
• Palate: Honeyed maltiness balanced with oak tannins, stewed orchard fruits, warming baking spices, and traces of tobacco leaf
• Finish: Long and evolving with dried apricots, dark chocolate, and a pleasant oakiness that speaks to its extended maturation

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (16-18°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky snifter to concentrate the complex aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat with a few drops of spring water to open up the flavors
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate, aged cheese, or simply on its own as a contemplative after-dinner dram

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 50% ABV
• Bottle size: 70cl
• Country/Region of origin: Scotland, Highlands
• Certifications/Awards: Part of the highly acclaimed Old Malt Cask series from Douglas Laing, renowned for its exceptional selection of rare and old whiskies

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

This Millburn 34-year-old represents one of the last remaining expressions from a distillery that has been silent for nearly four decades.

With increasingly limited bottles available worldwide, each purchase secures a piece of Scottish whisky heritage that cannot be replaced or reproduced.

Whisky experts and critics consider these rare Millburn bottlings to be essential references for understanding the evolution of Highland malt production techniques.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Enthusiasts and collectors worldwide seek out Old Malt Cask bottlings for their commitment to presenting whisky in its purest, most authentic form.

By adding this bottle to your collection, you join a discerning community of whisky aficionados who value provenance, rarity, and exceptional quality.

Douglas Laing’s meticulous cask selection process ensures that only the finest expressions reach the bottle, making this Millburn a testament to their unwavering standards.

From Millburn Distillery to You

The distillers who created this spirit in 1967 passed on a gift that has been carefully preserved for you to experience more than half a century later.

The warmth, complexity, and character of this whisky reflect the passion and craftsmanship of the Highland distillers who dedicated their lives to creating exceptional spirits.

As you savor this rare dram, you become part of the continuing story of Millburn’s legacy – experience this piece of liquid history while the opportunity still exists.