1960s Vat 69

Here’s a tasting profile for 1960s Vat 69 Blended Scotch Whisky, a classic blend with enduring charm and subtle complexity:

Origin: Created by William Sanderson in 1882, named after the 69th vatting selected by expert tasters

Era: 1960s bottlings were still using the iconic port-style bottles

Blend: Around 40 malt and grain whiskies, with a slightly higher malt content in UK domestic releases

ABV: Typically 86.8 proof (43.4%)

Nose :- Warm and inviting: hints of spice, caramel, and barley malt. A touch of pear juice and soft wheat. Slightly syrupy with woody undertones

Palate :- Ground almonds and barley malt form the core. Notes of pepper, biscuit, and subtle peat smoke. Sweet and rounded, with a gentle tannin-rich woodiness

Finish :- Woody and spiced, with lingering caramel. A soft smoky warmth, though not long-lasting. Balanced and mellow, ideal for casual sipping. Not overly complex, but pleasant and dependable. Reflects the mid-century style of Scotch blends: accessible, lightly peated, and smooth