Bruichladdich 1989 19 Year Old (First Cask #89) – Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 70cl, 46% ABV (Single Hogshead, Bottle #27)

A proper collector’s Bruichladdich: distilled on 2nd November 1989 and matured for 19 years before being bottled in the late 2000s for Direct Wines’ First Cask series. Drawn from an unblended single hogshead (#89), this is a small-batch, single-cask Islay malt with strong appeal for fans of pre-revival Bruichladdich vintages—made even more desirable by its low bottle number: Bottle #27.

Key Details:
- Distillery: Bruichladdich
- Country: Scotland
- Region: Islay
- Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- Vintage / Distilled: 2 November 1989
- Age: 19 Years Old
- Bottler / Series: Direct Wines – First Cask
- Cask Type: Single hogshead
- Cask No.: 89
- Bottling Era: Late 2000s (“late-noughties”)
- Bottle Size: 70cl
- ABV: 46%
- Bottle No.: 27
- Packaging: no box

Tasting Notes:
- Nose: Coastal freshness, green apple, vanilla cream, and light cereal sweetness with gentle oak.
- Palate: Clean and oily—citrus, malt biscuits, soft pepper, and developing honeyed oak.
- Finish: Medium-long, drying and coastal, with lingering vanilla, citrus peel and oak spice.

Why Collect / Buy:
- Single cask Bruichladdich from a desirable late-1980s vintage
- First Cask series bottling (Direct Wines) with clear cask provenance (Hogshead #89)
- 19-year age statement adds depth and maturity appeal
- Low bottle number #27 increases collectability and display interest

Seller Notes:
- Single hogshead #89; bottle #27
- Stored upright in a cool, dark environment

Bidder Confidence:
- Please review all photos carefully for condition and fill level
- Professionally packed for shipping; UK & international shipping available
- Buyer responsible for any local duties/taxes/import restrictions