{"product_id":"glenkinchie-27-year-scotch-whisky-2023-diageo-special-release","title":"Glenkinchie 27 Year Old “The Floral Treasure” – 2023 Diageo Special Releases Lowland Single Malt (Cask Strength)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"674\"\u003eGlenkinchie \u003cstrong data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"307\"\u003e27 Year Old “The Floral Treasure” (2023 Special Release)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"391\"\u003erare, high-aged Lowland whisky that leans into elegance rather than weight\u003c\/strong\u003e. It delivers \u003cstrong data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"467\"\u003efloral aromatics, orchard fruit, citrus, and refined spice\u003c\/strong\u003e, all wrapped in a silky, surprisingly vibrant texture. 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