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Signatory Vintage Port Ellen 1975 1998 23 Years Old 43% Cask 152 + 153

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Reviewed 10 April 2026 ·View daily archive

Whisky facts

Region
Islay
Independent Bottler
Signatory Vintage
Age
23 years
ABV
43%
Vintage
1975
Bottled
1998
Cask number
152 + 153

Superb starter bottle & surprisingly good despite being the cheapest Port Ellen I’ve ever bought

In the glass

Tasting Notes

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Signatory Vintage Port Ellen 1975 1998 23 Years Old 43% Cask 152 + 153

10 April 2026
90

Superb starter bottle & surprisingly good despite being the cheapest Port Ellen I’ve ever bought

Nose

Meaty smoke with subtle hint of floral

Body

Peaty, intense smoke, much more intense & overwhelming than the 43% would suggest, creamy, slightly peppery & citrus

Finish

Slightly salty, long finish, amongst the longest finish for a 43% Islay

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