{"title":"Strathisla Distillery","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThe oldest distillery in Speyside still in operation, since 1786\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrathisla began in 1786 as Milltown distillery and had a succession of licensees until 1830 when William Longmore began 38 years of ownership. He had to rebuild substantially after a fire in 1876 and it was then that the distillery took on the appearance that we see today. It was also in the 1870s that the name was first changed to Strathisla. Much later, George Pomeroy, a London financier who owned the distillery until 1949, was jailed for tax evasion and the following year Seagram bought it through its subsidiary, Chivas Brothers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe water with which Strathisla is made is drawn from the Fons Buliens, a spring that was documented by Dominican monks who lived nearby in the 12th century. There are two pairs of steam heated stills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe Whisky\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spirit safe at Strathisla proudly announces when the distillery was established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrathisla begins placidly but fills out to quite mouth-filling proportions. Very fruity, sweet and herby with fine succulent zest and creamy, peaty intensity. The official issue is 12 years old at 43% vol. but independents offer a wide choice of 8- to 25-year-old and about a dozen vintages going back to 1948. It is the predominant malt at the heart of Chivas Regal and also graces a number of Seagram’s other blends, including 100 Pipers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eContent courtesy of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.uisge.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewww.uisge.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chivas-regal-royal-salute-21-year-old","title":"Royal Salute 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Salute 21 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky\u003c\/strong\u003e is a regal expression that hails from the heart of \u003cstrong\u003eScotland\u003c\/strong\u003e, a country renowned for its rich \u003cstrong\u003ewhiskey\u003c\/strong\u003e heritage. This distinguished \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e is a tribute to tradition and time, with each drop aged for a minimum of \u003cstrong\u003e21 years\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eoak casks\u003c\/strong\u003e. Originating from the iconic \u003cstrong\u003eStrathisla\u003c\/strong\u003e Distillery in the \u003cstrong\u003eSpeyside\u003c\/strong\u003e region, this \u003cstrong\u003eScotch\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ewhisky\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies the essence of craftsmanship and heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRenowned for its sophisticated taste,\u003cstrong\u003e Royal Salute\u003c\/strong\u003e 21 offers a palate that is both smooth and complex. The taste is a harmonious blend of \u003cstrong\u003efruity\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esweet\u003c\/strong\u003e, and\u003cstrong\u003e smoky notes\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a luxurious and well-rounded flavor profile. The nose is a symphony of aromas, featuring \u003cstrong\u003ehints of ripe fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003efloral\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eundertones\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a \u003cstrong\u003esubtle waft of peat smoke\u003c\/strong\u003e. The meticulous selection of \u003cstrong\u003emalt\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003egrain\u003c\/strong\u003e whiskies contributes to the depth and balance of this exceptional blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Salute 21 Year Old is crafted from the finest ingredients, including malt and grain whiskies sourced from various distilleries. The precise combination of these elements results in a whisky that reflects the artistry of blending. With \u003cstrong\u003e40% alcohol content\u003c\/strong\u003e that aligns with traditional Scotch standards, Royal Salute 21 stands as a testament to the mastery of time and the commitment to producing a whisky of unparalleled quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Salute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43756001001625,"sku":"080432001103","price":223.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/7177\/7177\/files\/Royal-Salute-21-Year-Old-Blended-Scotch-Whisky-Vin-0.jpg?v=1756552018"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/7177\/7177\/collections\/strathisla-distillery-979156.jpg?v=1720852110","url":"https:\/\/vintagewineandspirits.com\/collections\/strathisla-distillery.oembed","provider":"Vintage Wine \u0026 Spirits ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}