{"product_id":"mortlach-20-years","title":"Mortlach 20 Years Old “Cowie’s Blue Seal” Single Malt Scotch Whisky","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMortlach distillery, established in 1823 in Dufftown, Speyside, Scotland, is the region’s first legal distillery. Known as “The Beast of Dufftown,” it earned its reputation through the distinctive 2.81 distillation process pioneered by Alexander Cowie and still in use today. Owned by Diageo with deep links to Johnnie Walker blends, Mortlach remains a cornerstone of Speyside whisky, famed for its bold, meaty spirit and historic Dufftown heritage\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaster Distiller and Production Philosophy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eProduction is overseen by Diageo’s Classic Malts team, maintaining meticulous control over fermentation and distillation. Emphasis is placed on honoring Mortlach’s unique multistill legacy while balancing tradition with precision—allowing robustness, complexity, and consistency to shine in each bottle .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSource of Ingredients (Grain, Water, Yeast)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eMortlach uses 100% Speyside-sourced malted barley, lightly peated to enhance character. Fermentation occurs in six large larch washbacks using yeast strains optimized for flavour extraction. Water is drawn from the local Conval Hill springs, imparting regional purity\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDistillation Process\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe distillery employs a distinctive 2.81× distillation technique using three wash stills and three spirit stills, including the “Wee Witchie” intermediate still. This multifaceted method builds richness and complexity, resulting in a viscous, flavorful spirit unique to Mortlach\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaturation \u0026amp; Cask Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe 20-Year expression is matured exclusively in sherry casks, imparting deep fruit, spice, and nutty layers. Over two decades in Speyside’s temperate climate ensures refined integration between spirit and oak for a luxurious, polished profile\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eNose: Rich dried fruits (raisins, apricot), cocoa nib, cedar, and tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePalate: Viscous and powerful with notes of sticky toffee, winter spices, honey, walnuts, and orange peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFinish: Long, savory, mildly meaty, with lingering spice and a touch of ash\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003ePairs superbly with aged Manchego or Gouda, dark chocolate, roasted game, sticky toffee pudding, and spiced nuts—complementing its rich, sherried depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eServing Suggestions and Ideal Glassware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eServe neat in a tulip-shaped Glencairn glass at \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e16–18 °C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Optionally add a few drops of still water to reveal subtler aromas and mellow tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage and Aging Potential\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAs a mature bottling, it won’t age further in the bottle. Store upright in a cool, dark environment (\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e12–16 °C\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e) to prevent cork issues. This 20-year-old will remain stable and flavorful for decades after purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrain Type \u0026amp; Mash Bill (if applicable)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSingle malt — 100 % malted barley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eABV (Alcohol by Volume)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e43.4% ABV\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MHD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47922282070230,"sku":null,"price":2680.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/Mortlach20Years.png?v=1773668276","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/mortlach-20-years","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}