Sansibar Whisky JD's Personal Choice No. 7 Speyside Single Malt

92/ 100Outstanding

Sansibar Whisky Speyside Single Malt is a Scotch whisky from Speyside, a region widely known for fruit-forward, approachable single malts. At 40 years old, it sits in a notably mature age range, where long ageing can bring greater depth, softness, and layered oak influence.

Series: JD's Personal Choice No. 7
Category: Single Malt
Bottled by: Sansibar Whisky
Strength: Cask strength
ABV: 54.9%
Age: 40 years
Cask: sherry butt
Outturn: 528 bottles
Vintage: 1982
Bottled: 2022

Reviews

WhiskyNotes published a reviewDec 24, 2025
Sansibar Whisky JD's Personal Choice No. 7 Speyside Single Malt
Single Malt
1982 vintage40 years54.9% ABV
Outstanding review score, 92 out of 100
A very rich whisky with excellent balance, old-style sherry character, dried fruits, tobacco, chocolate and a long, drying finish.
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