Famous Grouse Centenary Decanter Wooden Box Bottle Number 197 70cl, 40%
Tasting Notes
Colour: Golden amber.
Nose: Soft malt, honey, caramel, light vanilla, gentle grain sweetness, orchard fruit and mild oak spice.
Palate: Smooth and approachable, with toffee, vanilla, honeyed malt, biscuit, light dried fruit, sweet grain and soft spice.
Finish: Gentle and medium length, with caramel, light oak, soft malt, mild spice and lingering sweetness.
Description
Famous Grouse Centenary Decanter Wooden Box Bottle Number 197 70cl, 40% is a highly collectible blended Scotch whisky decanter released to celebrate 100 years of The Famous Grouse brand. The centenary release is recorded as bottled in 1996, with a 70cl size and 40% ABV.
This special edition is presented in a white Wade porcelain / ceramic decanter, decorated with 24-carat gold and featuring “Summer in the Highlands” artwork by Stanley Todd. The design shows the iconic red grouse in a Highland setting, making the bottle especially attractive as a display piece.
Bottle Number 197 is part of a limited release of only 500 numbered decanters. The wooden presentation box gives this version a more premium collector feel, making it a stronger piece for Famous Grouse collectors, ceramic decanter collectors and fans of commemorative Scotch whisky.
Why Choose Famous Grouse Centenary Decanter Wooden Box Bottle Number 197 70cl, 40%
This release stands out because it is a numbered centenary decanter from one of Scotland’s most famous blended Scotch whisky brands. The ceramic bottle, 24-carat gold detailing, Stanley Todd artwork and wooden box make it much more collectible than a standard Famous Grouse release.
For collectors, Bottle Number 197/500 gives the decanter clear individual identity. For whisky lovers, it is a special anniversary bottle connected to the history of The Famous Grouse and a beautiful piece to display in a whisky collection.
Ideal For.
This bottle is ideal for Famous Grouse collectors looking for the wooden box version of the Centenary Decanter.
It is ideal for whisky collectors who enjoy ceramic decanters, numbered limited editions, commemorative Scotch bottles and older presentation releases.
It is also ideal as a display bottle, whisky gift, bar decoration or collectible piece connected to the heritage of The Famous Grouse brand.
Product Details
Product Name: Famous Grouse Centenary Decanter Wooden Box Bottle Number 197.
Category: Blended Scotch Whisky.
Brand: The Famous Grouse.
Producer: Matthew Gloag & Son.
Country: Scotland.
Release Purpose: Produced to commemorate 100 years of The Famous Grouse brand.
Release Year: 1996.
Bottle Number: 197 / 500.
Bottle Size: 70cl.
ABV: 40%.
Bottle Type: Wade porcelain / ceramic decanter.
Decoration: 24-carat gold detailing.
Artwork: “Summer in the Highlands” by Stanley Todd.
Packaging: Original wooden presentation box shown in the supplied product image.
Bottle Count: 500 numbered decanters.
Collector’s Note
Famous Grouse Centenary Decanter Wooden Box Bottle Number 197 has strong collector appeal because it combines anniversary history, numbered production and premium presentation. The wooden box version is especially attractive because it gives the decanter a more serious and display-ready appearance.
This bottle is also desirable because only 500 numbered decanters were produced, and Bottle Number 197 gives this example its own individual identity. Complete with its wooden box, it is a strong addition to a Famous Grouse collection, ceramic whisky decanter display or commemorative Scotch whisky range.
Additional information
| Weight | 2.9 kg |
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