Famous Grouse 450 cl Blended Whisky 40%

Four and a half litres of whisky is not a bottle you lift with one hand. That is why it comes with a cradle, and why it ends up being the centrepiece of the evening rather than something standing on a shelf.

The expert description

Famous Grouse 4.5 Litre is a Blended Scotch Whisky bottled at 40% in a 450 cl bottle.

The bottle is supplied with a metal pouring cradle so it can be served without being lifted. That is a practical necessity rather than an accessory, since a full bottle at this size weighs far too much to handle freehand at a table.

The whisky inside is the classic Famous Grouse, created in Perth in 1896 and owned by William Grant & Sons since July 2025. Malt whisky from Scottish distilleries, with Highland Park historically among those providing the character, is bound together with grain whisky into a soft blend with no sharp edges. The format is aimed at parties, bars and collectors with shelf space.

Tasting notes

Nose

Calm and harmonious with dried fruit, honey and vanilla, and nuts plus a touch of citrus underneath.

Palate

Soft and round with clear fruit, ripe undertones and a lightly spiced edge.

Finish

Short to medium, clean and lightly sweet with malt at the close.

Specifications

Name: Famous Grouse 4.5 Litre
Distillery: The Famous Grouse
Region/Country: Scotland
Type: Blended Scotch Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 450 CL
Edition: Supplied with a metal pouring cradle

Flavour profile

Soft · Fruity · Honeyed · Malty · Lightly spiced

Did you know?

Large bottles do not mature differently from small ones, since whisky does not develop in glass, but they do last longer once opened. The less air there is relative to liquid, the slower the oxidation, so a nearly full large format is better off than a nearly empty standard bottle.

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Frequently asked questions about Famous Grouse 4.5 Litre

Does it come with a stand?

Yes. The bottle is supplied with a metal pouring cradle that holds it and lets you serve by tilting rather than lifting. At this size it is not something you can do without.

How many glasses does it give?

450 cl works out at roughly 150 drams of 3 cl, or around 112 glasses of 4 cl. That covers a large party or keeps a bar running through a season.

Is the whisky the same as in the standard bottle?

Yes. It is the classic Famous Grouse at 40%, soft, fruity and rounded. Only the format and the cradle set it apart.

How long does it keep once opened?

A long time while there is plenty in it. Whisky oxidises slowly, but once the bottle drops below halfway the process speeds up. Kept dark, cool and closed, it stays in good condition for several years.

Does it work as a gift?

It is hard to wrap, but it makes an impression. The format suits a group, a club or an anniversary rather than one person with an ordinary kitchen cupboard.

What is a Blended Scotch Whisky?

A marriage of malt whisky and grain whisky. The malt carries the flavour, the grain makes the blend soft and approachable. See our full range of Whisky.

How should a bottle this size be stored?

Upright, dark and cool, and on a surface that can take the weight. Never lay it down, as prolonged contact between spirit and cork ruins the seal.