LOWLANDS
Rosebank 29 Year Old 1990 | Vintage Series First Release | 70cl, 48.0% ABV
Perfect for Rosebank collectors seeking a rare release from this celebrated 'silent' Lowland distillery with exceptional age.
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A rare and exceptional single malt Scotch whisky from Rosebank, the legendary "Lowland's Lost Distillery," distilled in 1990 — just three years before its closure — and aged for 29 years before bottling in 2020. Hand-selected as a classic example of Rosebank's renowned smooth, refined character, this expression marks the first release in the prestigious Vintage Series, created exclusively for Global Travel Retail. Bottled at 48.0% ABV in a 70cl bottle, it offers a robust strength that still allows Rosebank's celebrated elegance to come through.
Rosebank's reputation as one of the most sought-after closed distilleries in Scotland makes any bottling a significant event for collectors, and this release is no exception. With just 200 individually numbered bottles produced worldwide, this 29-year-old expression offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Lowland whisky history from a distillery that can never produce spirit again.
Perfect for: Serious whisky collectors, Lowland whisky enthusiasts, and investors seeking a rare bottle from one of Scotland's most celebrated closed distilleries.
Colour
Pale gold, with a delicate, light straw hue typical of Rosebank's elegant Lowland style.
Nose
Soft and fragrant, with notes of fresh green apple, pear, and honeysuckle, layered with a delicate floral sweetness and a whisper of grassy freshness.
Palate
Smooth and refined, opening with orchard fruit and honeyed sweetness, developing into subtle notes of vanilla, toasted oak, and a gentle floral spice.
Finish
Long, elegant, and clean, with a lingering note of citrus zest and soft oak.
Rosebank
Founded 1840
The Lowland distilleries took a pounding during the 1980s closures, somehow Rosebank in Falkirk survived until 1993 before closing its doors. For such a well-regarded whisky, this was a huge loss. An ageing site, a drop in demand for single malt and a location that offered difficult access and no room for expansion spelt the end for Rosebank. This was reinforced when the stills and distilling equipment were stolen in 2008, thereby removing the heart of the distillery. And that was it, or at least we thought so. Then, Ian MacLeod Distillers, the owners of Glengoyne and Tamdhu, struck a deal with Diageo to purchase the site, the brand and the remaining stock. We don’t know the fee, but it will have been sizeable. Rosebank has been revived and continues distilling to this day.
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