Fireworks by Night n°17 Ben Nevis 1997 WLP 20th Anniversary (Single magnum)

  • 51.60% |
  • 1.5L

To celebrate the 20th edition of the Whisky Live Paris as well as the launch of the French edition of the Whisky Magazine in 2004, La Maison & Velier offers an exclusive collection of spirits from its cellars in magnum format. This wonderful series joins 40 unique and exciting bottlings of whiskies …More info

Description du lot

  • Distillery: Ben Nevis
  • Appellation: Single Malt Whisky
  • Country/Region: Scotland , Highlands
  • Quantity: 1 Magnum
  • Level: 1 into-neck
  • State: 1 good appearance

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Fireworks by Night n°17 Ben Nevis 1997 WLP 20th Anniversary (Single magnum)

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To celebrate the 20th edition of the Whisky Live Paris as well as the launch of the French edition of the Whisky Magazine in 2004, La Maison & Velier offers an exclusive collection of spirits from its cellars in magnum format. This wonderful series joins 40 unique and exciting bottlings of whiskies and rums selected from all four corners of the world, as well as a remarkable selection of French malts and spirits. Called the Fireworks Collection, this range is available for sale on the auction site Fine Spirits Auction (from 28/09/2024 to 04/10/2024). Each bottle, numbered and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, displays a unique label reinterpreting the famous fireworks illustrations created by the Japanese artist Hirayama in 1880.

Taking its name from the highest mountain in the UK, the Ben Nevis distillery was founded in 1825 by John MacDonald and was the first to produce both grain and malt whiskies. In 1878, due to the success of the Dew of Ben Nevis blend, a second distillery called Nevis was built. The two distilleries worked together before merging in 1908. This version aged in hogshead casks unveils an indulgent and herby character.

The distillery Ben Nevis

Scotland, Northern Highlands. Distillery operational. Owners: Ben Nevis Distillery Ltd, Nikka Whisky Distilling.

Founded in 1825, Ben Nevis' story is closely linked to that of the internationally renowned blend Long John. In 1831, Ben Nevis became the property of John MacDonald, who was nicknamed Long John due to his exceptional height. From 1955 to 1981, a Coffey still was installed at Ben Nevis, enabling it to distil both a grain spirit and a malt spirit. It was a production method dear to many Japanese distillers, including Nikka, who bought the distillery in 1989. To mark the occasion, the oldest cask of Ben Nevis was bottled, leading to the release of the highly sought-after Ben Nevis 1926 63 Year Old Under Strength, a limited edition of 98 bottles. Since then, Ben Nevis has continued to develop its individuality and maintains its exclusive character by offering extremely rare editions of its vintage single casks (1966, 1967, etc.) and small batch versions, such as Ben Nevis 1966 21 Year Old. Like Karuizawa, Ben Nevis is a robust malt that takes well to long maturation in ex-sherry casks.

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Detailed characteristics

  • Distillery: Ben Nevis
  • Vintage: 1997
  • Bottler: LM&V
  • Appellation: Single Malt Whisky
  • Country/Region: Scotland , Highlands
  • Alcohol percentage: 51.60 %
  • Volume: 1.5L
  • Quantity: 1 Magnum
  • Level: 1 into-neck
  • State: 1 good appearance
  • Case: No
  • Origin: Trade
  • Recoverable VAT: Yes
  • Color: Brown

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