XOP North British 33 Year Old 1988

Volume: 700ml / ABV: 48.6%

An impressive single grain Scotch whiskey from the North British Distillery, matured for 33 years between July 1988 and December 2021. The whisky was treated to a finishing period in a single Pedro Ximénez sherry butt before eventually being bottled up by Douglas Laing for the Xtra Old Particular series, with a total of 674 bottles produced.

Tasting Note

Nose

Spiced fruit buns with deep notes of currants and berries alongside woody grist.

Palate

Rich, runny honey, strawberries, peaches, and cream. Buttery popcorn wafts through, with earthy notes of vanilla.

Finish

Toasted sourdough with melted butter, pouring caramel with softly spiced biscuits.