Long John 12 years old - b. 1980s - 75cl

A sought-after vintage 12-Year-Old age-stated bottling of Long John "Special Reserve" Blended Scotch Whisky. Produced by Long John Distillers Ltd. during the late 20th century (circa 1970s/1980s), this classic release is presented at 43% ABV in the traditional 75cl format, anchored by a rich malt heart from Tormore and Ben Nevis distilleries.

Detailed Description
An outstanding vintage bottle of Long John 12 Years Old "Special Reserve" Blended Scotch Whisky, distilled, blended, and bottled in Scotland by Long John Distillers Ltd. (Glasgow, Scotland).

The Long John brand carries a rich Scottish legacy tracing back to 1835, named in honor of "Long John" Macdonald, the legendary founder of the Ben Nevis Distillery in Fort William. Throughout the 20th century, Long John was renowned for building its blends around key single malts from its owned distilleries—most notably Tormore in Speyside (built as Long John's flagship distillery in 1958) and Ben Nevis in the Western Highlands.

Carrying an explicit 12 Years Old age statement, this 1970s/1980s vintage expression represents the brand's premium tier. Bottled at 43% ABV in a 75cl bottle, it offers a noticeably richer texture, deeper malt character, and robust old-school peat/oak balance compared to standard non-age-statement modern blends.

In the glass, it displays a warm amber-gold color. The bouquet opens with inviting aromas of heather honey, dried orchard fruits, malted barley, sweet vanilla, and a touch of subtle peat smoke. On the palate, it is smooth, rich, and medium-to-full-bodied, delivering notes of butterscotch, orange peel, toasted cereal, and gentle baking spices, leading into a long, clean, and pleasantly warm finish with lingering oak notes.