Three Bunnahabhain bottlings. I first thought they were all 1989 but it turns out one of them was actually from 1990 . Three really different whiskies anyway.

Bunnahabhain 23 yo 1989 (44%, Abbey Whisky ‘Rare Casks’ 2013, refill bourbon barrel, 96 btl.)

Nose: peated Bunna. On its own this doesn’t come out that much (it’s rather a heathery, softly smoky style) but in a direct comparison it’s definitely peated. Also moderately fruity: oranges, pear, subtle hints of roasted pineapple. Light vanilla. Honey and hints of pastry dough. Mouth: a nice, creamy mix of sweet marzipan, yellow apple and...