Bunnahabhain 1979 25 Year Old Single Cask #7405 | Lombard Jewels of Scotland

A Rare Mature Islay Single Cask Release

Distilled at Bunnahabhain on Islay in April 1979 and bottled in October 2004 by Lombard Scotch Whisky as part of the Jewels of Scotland range, this 25 year old single cask release represents a refined and mature example from one of Islay’s most quietly respected distilleries. Matured for over two decades in oak before bottling at 50% ABV, the whisky captures the elegant and spirit-driven character for which older Bunnahabhain releases have become increasingly admired among collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Drawn from Single Cask No.7405, only 559 bottles were produced for this limited release. Bottled without chill filtration or artificial colouring, this expression reflects the richly textured and coastal style that has established mature Bunnahabhain as one of the more understated yet highly collectible names within Islay whisky.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Coastal salt, dried fruits, polished oak, honeyed malt, soft spice, and gentle maritime character layered with mature Islay elegance.
• Palate: Rich and balanced with notes of toffee, orchard fruits, oak spice, roasted nuts, subtle sea air, and warming malt sweetness.
• Finish: Long, smooth, and refined with lingering oak, soft coastal salinity, dried fruit richness, and gentle spice.

Specifications

• Classification: Scotch Whisky
• Style: Single Malt
• Region: Islay, Scotland
• Distillery: Bunnahabhain
• Bottler: Lombard Scotch Whisky
• Series: Jewels of Scotland
• Distilled: 16th April 1979
• Bottled: 15th October 2004
• Age: 25 Years
• ABV: 50%
• Colouring: No Artificial Colouring
• Filtration: Non-Chill Filtered
• Volume: 700ml
• Cask Type: Oak Cask
• Cask Number: 7405
• Bottle Outturn: One of 559 Bottles
• Style of Bottling: Single Cask Bottling
• Presentation: Includes Original Presentation Tube

About the Distillery

Situated on the remote northern coast of Islay, Bunnahabhain has long been recognised for producing a distinctive style of Islay whisky with a stronger emphasis on maritime complexity and sherried depth rather than dominant peat influence. Historically regarded as one of Islay’s more understated distilleries, mature official and independent releases from earlier decades have become increasingly respected among collectors and enthusiasts.

The distillery’s coastal setting, historic pier, and traditional production style continue to contribute to the unique character that defines older Bunnahabhain bottlings.

About the Bottling

The Jewels of Scotland series from Lombard Scotch Whisky became known for showcasing mature single cask Scotch whiskies from respected distilleries across Scotland, often bottled in limited quantities with minimal intervention. Older Bunnahabhain expressions from the series have become increasingly difficult to source, particularly well-preserved examples from the distillery’s earlier production decades.

Distilled during an era before Bunnahabhain’s broader modern resurgence, this release reflects the softer, coastal, and spirit-forward style that helped establish the distillery’s reputation among enthusiasts seeking a more understated interpretation of Islay single malt whisky.

Archive Notes

Please review all product images carefully. Minor cosmetic wear to labels, capsules, cartons, or presentation cases may be present due to age, long-term storage, or secondary-market sourcing.

Natural variation in fill level, packaging condition, and label ageing can occur in older releases and forms part of the character of mature collectible whisky.

Archive Release

Privately sourced and released in strictly limited quantities. Availability is finite and unlikely to be repeated once sold.

Not every bottle is meant to be found.