Whyte and Mackay 12 Year Old Gold Pot Still Decanter from 1980s (75cl, 43%)
Whyte & Mackay presents their 12 Year Old Blended Deluxe Whisky, a premium expression that showcases the art of masterful blending. This refined spirit is the result of carefully selecting and marrying fine single malts and grain whiskies, each aged for a minimum of 12 years, to create a harmonious and complex blend that exemplifies the Whyte & Mackay house style. Adding to its allure, this exceptional whisky is presented in an elegant Copper Pot Still porcelain decanter produced by Wade, paying homage to the traditional distillation process that gives Scotch whisky its distinctive character. The unique packaging not only serves as a striking display piece but also reflects the craftsmanship and attention to detail that goes into every drop of this premium blend. This 12 Year Old Deluxe offering from Whyte & Mackay is a testament to the brand's commitment to quality and tradition in Scotch whisky production.
James Whyte and Charles Mackay started their company in 1882, quickly launching their Whyte & Mackay special blend. Their sales were predominantly in the export market until after the second world war, when they renewed their focus domestically. The firm merged with the Mackenzie Brothers in 1960, giving them their first distillery, Dalmore. They soon added Tamnavulin, Fettercairn and the Invergordon grain distillery to their portfolio, all of which have been key contributors to their blends over the years. Whyte & Mackay have always been forward thinking in their approach, using sherry finishing for their proprietary blend, and introducing the first 40 fl oz bottle for the on-trade in 1963 (now an industry standard). Today the brand is synonymous with its master blender, Richard Paterson, and remains one of the most popular Scotch brands in the world.
Wade Ceramics was founded in 1810 and specialises in porcelain and earthenware, featuring a unique style is well-known and well-loved. Its products include animal figures and industrial ceramics. In the 1950s, the Wade potteries created 'Whimsies', small solid porcelain animal figures first developed by Sir George Wade, which became popular and collectable in Britain and America, following their retail launch in 1954, and were widely available in shops throughout the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s.