The Real Mackenzie De Luxe 12 Year Old

1970s “The Real Mackenzie De Luxe 12 Year Old” is a blended Scotch whisky bottled by P. Mackenzie & Co., likely from the 1970s or 1980s. While formal tasting notes are limited, here’s a profile based on its style and era:

Nose: Rich and mellow with notes of dried fruit, honey, and soft oak. You might also detect a faint smokiness or herbal edge.

Palate: Smooth and sweet, offering flavors of vanilla, toffee, and gentle spice. Some expressions are noted to have a slightly smoky finish.

Finish: Medium length with a warming character, possibly ending on a soft grain or nutty note.

It was bottled at 43% ABV and blended from single malt and grain whiskies sourced from 12 distilleries