Another top-notch expression from one of Scotland’s lesser known distilleries. Bottled by Berry Bros. & Rudd, this is an exceptional single malt from the Glen Grant Distillery. This whisky was distilled in 1998 and slumbered in a single butt cask until being bottled in 2021. Only 612 bottles of this fabulous dram were produced.

On the nose, sweet aromas arise with juicy orange and brown sugar. The palate is fruity, with perfect complementary notes of malt and dark chocolate. The finish is long and wonderfully oaky.

Another beautiful single cask bottling from Berry Bros. & Rudd. Distilled in 1996 at Glentauchers in Speyside, this expression matured until 2021 in a single hogshead cask before bottling at 48.9% abv. Just 73 bottles have been produced!

The nose is malty with freshly baked bread, complemented with ripe Granny Smith apples. The palate brings sweet and vibrant flavours with notes of zesty red berries and heather honey. The finish is satisfying with a lingering fruitiness.

A spectacular expression from Berry Bros. & Rudd hailing from the Highland’s Macduff Distillery. The expression spent twelve years maturing in a single hogshead before being bottled in 2021 at 51.9% abv.

On the nose, there is lemon peel, rich honey, and oak. This oakiness continues in the palate alongisde fruity notes of orange and peach before leading into the sweet and satisfying finish.

Bottled by Berry Bros. & Rudd, this heavily peated single malt from Glenturret spent eleven years maturing in a hogshead cask. Sensationally smoky, this expression comes at 58.1% abv with just 327 bottles produced.

On the nose, there are aromas of smoky bacon and zesty lemon. Bright blood orange and ripe apples develop on the palate, complemented by the robust peat smoke. The finish is long with lingering smoke and a subtle spiciness.

This Highland single malt was distilled at Tullibardine, a family-owned distillery in Blackford, Perthshire, and bottled by Berry Bros. & Rudd. Distilled in 1993, this expression was matured in a hogshead cask before being bottled in 2021 at 48.6% abv.

The nose is herbaceous with earthy and oaky notes. The palate brings fruity notes with citrus and grape, before a long and peppery finish.

Distillery/Brand

Douglas Laing

Classification

Scotch Whisky

Style

Blended Malt

Size

70cl

ABV

48.4%

Age Statement

No Age Statement

Bladnoch 16 Year Old is a distinguished Lowland single malt and a proud member of the Galloway Collection – an exceptional series of first-fill cask matured whiskies crafted to honour Bladnoch’s long-standing heritage. Bottled at 46.7% ABV, this release has been matured exclusively in Oloroso sherry casks, each one hand-selected by Master Distiller Dr Nick Savage to create a deeply expressive and richly layered whisky.

On the nose, this 16-year-old opens with fruit cake and dark, sweet richness, revealing dark chocolate and gentle sherry warmth as it settles. The palate follows with dried fruits, rich cocoa and soft, sweet cinnamon, all brought together with a smooth, full-bodied depth that speaks clearly of its sherry-led maturation. The finish lingers with sherry spice, dried fruit sweetness and a satisfying richness that makes the dram both comforting and complex.

Experience the exquisite craftsmanship of Bladnoch’s 19-Year-Old, a premium single malt whisky matured in PX Sherry casks. This exceptional whisky boasts a natural golden hue, free from chill-filtration and artificial colouring, with an ABV of 46.7%. A true standout, this whisky has earned prestigious accolades, including the World Whiskies Awards Gold Medal (13-20 years, Scotch Lowlands) and the 2022 Category Winner for Single Malt (13-20 years).

Savour delectable tasting notes of dark liquorice sticks, dried apricots, and warming nutmeg, carefully imparted by the flavourful casks in this 2023 edition release.

An exciting new release exclusively for The Whisky Shop! This 18-year-old single cask Bladnoch expression, is one of just 179 bottles. Matured in a carefully selected Bourbon barrel, this was bottled at 52.1% abv.

Expect a nose of creamy barley with fresh green apples, a palate of milk chocolate, honeycomb, and hints of pinecone, with a long, sweet finish that leaves the drinker refreshed and ready for more!

This single cask Lowland whisky comes straight from Bladnoch distillery, having been bottled exclusively for us at The Whisky Shop. Matured for 16 years in a bourbon barrel, the expression has been bottled at 52% abv. Just 196 bottles were drawn from the cask.