Royal Salute, have unveiled its latest limited-edition blend, the 'Time Series 52 Year Old Single Cask Finish' an ultra-rare liquid priced at $30,000 per bottle ...
One of the world's most prestigious whiskey brands Royal Salute was originally crafted as a gift for Queen Elizabeth II on her Coronation Day in 1953 and has since remained a representation of the longevity and dedication by the Queen as Britain’s longest-serving monarch. Royal Salute is the official partner of all ceremonial royal gun salutes fired at the Tower of London, home of the Royal Regalia, or Crown Jewels.
The new Time Series 52 Year Old Single Cask Finish is a combination of some of the oldest ( dating back as far as 1967 ) and most valuable whiskies from a range of distilleries across Scotland matured in an American oak barrel for the last 14 years under the guidance of master blender Sandy Hyslop drawing upon his years of experience and expertise to hand select this special blend that boasts remarkable character and exceptional qualities.
Housed in a prestigious hand blown Dartington crystal decanter which is individually engraved with a unique number and presented in a specially-designed box that features five layers of wood, each representing a decade of the blend.A striking 24-line sundial motif is revealed on opening the box that further manifests the importance of time.
As you would expect from Scotch whisky experts, the Time Series 52 Year Old is said to have a remarkable character that is flawlessly balanced with a creamy sweet finish, thee nose is said to be “intensely fruity on the nose, with notes of ripe plum, toffee red apples and dark chocolate covered hazelnuts.
Only 106 bottle have been made available in selected markets around the world priced at $30,000 USD (70cl)
