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02 January 2026

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4 Amber Room Reviews

Review 019

Signatory Vintage Unnamed Islay 1992 2021 28 Years Old 52,8% Cask 6774

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Signatory Vintage Unnamed Islay 1992 2021 28 Years Old 52,8% Cask 6774 — bottle label
Client photograph of Signatory Vintage Unnamed Islay 1992 2021 28 Years Old 52,8% Cask 6774.
Client photograph of Signatory Vintage Unnamed Islay 1992 2021 28 Years Old 52,8% Cask 6774.

Whisky facts

Region
Islay
Independent Bottler
Signatory Vintage
Age
28 years
ABV
52.8%
Vintage
1992
Bottled
2021
Cask type
bourbon barrels
Cask number
6774
Bottles in release
237

Secret Islay that is either a Laphroaig or Bowmore, with barely any smoke and leans more toward sweet

Nose

Sweet, bitter oranges, citrus jams, smoked fish, hint of smoke towards the end

Body

Long and thick, coating finish, slightly salty & brine, slightly bitter at the end

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Review 018

Elements of Islay Bowmore Bw8 2003 2020 16 Years Old 51,2%

Bowmore
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Client-supplied Elements of Islay Bw8 bottle photo beside a tasting glass

Whisky facts

Region
Islay
Independent Bottler
Elixir Distillers
Age
16 years
ABV
51.2%
Vintage
2003
Bottled
2020
Cask type
ex-bourbon barrels and sherry butts
Bottles in release
1320

Nose

Maritime, salty, toffee, brine, floral, mineral, tropical fruits, slightly citrus & delicate smoke

Body

Sweet, fruity, salty, slightly spicy & pepper

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