In many of life’s pursuits, there are often tell-tale signs along the way that you’re getting older. For example, that radio station you used to love listening to in your teens no longer does it for you. Certain drinks you used to enjoy no longer agree with you. Or you discover your favourite bands that you grew up with are now referred to as vintage or classic rock. Or that 5km jog you used to do in 25 minutes now takes you 40 minutes to complete. You get the idea.
Whisky is another such medium that delivers the not-so-subtle message to you that – just like a perfectly balanced Glenfarclas – you’ve been maturing for quite a few years now. Whilst the whisky industry seems to be hurtling you down a steep path towards a No Age Statement retirement, there are…particularly if you’re older than 40 and have been drinking whisky since the 1990’s…plenty of signs that you, personally, are carrying an age statement.
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