Peter Dawson 12 Year Old Deluxe

The Peter Dawson 12 Year Old De Luxe Blended Scotch Whisky is a rare and refined blend bottled at 43% ABV, often found in 750ml formats and distributed internationally during the late 20th century. Though formal reviews are scarce, collector impressions and vintage blending conventions help us reconstruct a compelling profile.

Peter Dawson 12 Year Old De Luxe — Speculative Tasting Notes

Nose :- Toffee and dried citrus peel — Rich sweetness with orange marmalade and lemon zest. Old leather and wax — A vintage funk from bottle aging, with beeswax and polish. Herbal and floral — Chamomile, heather, and a faint mossy depth

Palate :- Creamy and rounded — Barley sugar, almond, and oatcake with a velvety texture. Spice and fruit — Nutmeg, clove, and stewed apple layered over mellow maltSubtle peat and camphor — A whisper of smoke and medicinal warmth, adding structure

Finish :- Medium to long — Lingering malt, dried fruit, and a touch of tobacco leafDry and aromatic — Herbal fade with hints of thyme and old oak

Contextual Notes

Producer: Peter Dawson Ltd., Glasgow

ABV: 43%

Style: Highland-forward blend with Speyside elegance and oxidative depth

Era: Likely 1970s–1980s