Royal Salute “The Coronation of King Charles III Edition” – Limited Edition Blended Scotch (52.3% ABV, 1 of 500 Bottles)

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Royal Salute “The Coronation of King Charles III Edition” is a true ceremonial whisky—rich, opulent, and built for legacy rather than casual drinking. This is a deeply layered blend of rare whiskies delivering dark fruit, chocolate, spice, and polished oak, wrapped in a luxurious, full-bodied texture. It is as much a collector’s artifact as it is a whisky, designed to commemorate a historic royal moment with exceptional craftsmanship. Origins & Craftsmanship Created by Royal Salute’s Master Blender as a tribute to the 2023 coronation of King Charles III, this release continues the brand’s legacy of marking royal milestones (dating back to Queen Elizabeth II’s coronation in 1953). Key production details: Blend of 53 rare malt and grain whiskies (a nod to 1953, the brand’s founding year) All components aged minimum 21 years or more Finished for over two years in first-fill Oloroso sherry casks Bottled at ~52.3% ABV (cask strength) Limited to just 500 bottles worldwide Presentation is integral to the experience: Housed in a sapphire-tinted crystal decanter, inspired by the Imperial State Crown Encased in a handcrafted wooden box modeled after Westminster Abbey Each bottle is individually numbered, reinforcing its rarity What Makes This Whisky Exceptional Only 500 bottles globally → extreme scarcity Blend of 53 aged whiskies → extraordinary complexity Sherry cask finishing → deep richness and structure Royal coronation tie-in → historic and emotional significance 👉 This is firmly in the category of museum-level, investment-grade Scotch Critics Reviews Whisky Advocate – 97 PointsDescribed with notes of dark sherry, truffle, chocolate, spice, and layered fruit richness This places it among the highest-scoring luxury blends ever released. Tasting Profile NoseRedcurrant, strawberry jam, dark chocolate praline, roasted chestnut, and subtle spice. PalateLuxurious and complex with poached pear, fig, rich toffee, hazelnut chocolate, ginger, cinnamon, and clove. FinishLong, oily, and evolving with nutmeg, dried fruit, walnut, and warming spice. Quick Overview Category Details ABV / Proof ~52.3% ABV / Cask Strength Origin / Region Scotland (Blended Scotch) Producer Royal Salute (Chivas Brothers) Blend Composition 53 malt & grain whiskies (21+ years) Cask Type First-fill Oloroso sherry finish Outturn 500 bottles Aromas & Flavors Red fruit, chocolate, spice, dried fruit Style / Identity Ultra-luxury, rich, ceremonial blended Scotch Serving & Occasion Best Use Cases: Collector acquisition Ultra-premium gifting Royal memorabilia or historical collections Investment-grade whisky Serving Tip:Serve neat only, in a crystal glass. This whisky is about experience and reverence, not casual drinking.

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