Glen Grant Gordon & MacPhail 42 Year Old (1x 75.7cl) Region: Speyside, single malt Fill Level: mid shoulder Capsule: good condition, staining on capsule Label: good labelling, minor pealing on bottom of label Alcohol content: 40% ABV Notes: Released in the 1970s. Distilled at J& J. Grant of Glen Grant Glenlivet. Bottled by Gordon & MacPhail, Elgin. Footnotes: A superb and highly collectible long-aged Speyside malt, this 42-year-old Glen Grant was distilled in 1936, prior to the outbreak of the Second World War, and bottled by Gordon & MacPhail in the late 1970s (1978) at 70 proof (40% ABV) and 26 2/3 fl. oz. (75.7cl). Released as one of the independent bottler's iconic semi-official licensed bottlings, later known as the Distillery Labels series, it stands as an exceptional example of early 20th-century Glen Grant spirit. This remarkable whisky has been widely praised for its depth and complexity. WhiskyFun awarded it an impressive 91 points, noting its concentrated, resinous style and extraordinary aromatic richness. On opening, it reveals dense layers of crystallised fruits, ancient peat, rancio, tobacco and antique wood. The palate is expansive and endlessly layered, with tropical fruits, green fruits, white fruits and old cognac-like tones, demonstrating the remarkable concentration and maturity that only pre-war distillate and extended ageing can produce. Both hugely drinkable and profoundly collectible, this 42-year-old release showcases Gordon & MacPhail's unmatched expertise in long-term maturation and highlights why vintage Glen Grant from this era is so revered among connoisseurs. A magnificent and historically significant bottle from one of Speyside's most celebrated distilleries. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing