St Magdalene was a Lowland distillery in Linlithgow that closed in 1983, and its whisky is now prized by collectors for a distinctive waxy, oily character rarely found in modern Scotch. This 25 Year Old was distilled in 1981 and bottled by independent merchant Gordon & MacPhail, part of their long-running Connoisseurs Choice range, which favours cask types that let the original spirit shine through. Expect honeyed, waxy fruit with a soft, oily texture and gentle spice. A rare taste of a silent Lowland distillery, ideal for serious collectors.