Speyside (GL) 16 Years Old Signatory Exceptional Cask 100 Proof Edition #8 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 57,1%

Some distilleries refuse to put their name on the label, yet the whisky speaks clearly enough on its own. This 16 year old Speyside malt is one of those bottles where the silence around the source only sharpens the curiosity.

Expert Description

Speyside (GL) 16 Year Old Signatory Exceptional Cask 100 Proof Edition #8 is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky, bottled at cask strength of 57.1%.

The bottle belongs to Signatory Vintage's Exceptional Cask series, where independent releases from named and undisclosed distilleries are gathered under a single theme: casks that stand out from the crowd. The distillery behind this release has not been disclosed, but the character points clearly toward Speyside's classic, sherry-driven style. 16 years of maturation has given the whisky a deep, concentrated sherry character, and the Edition #8 number confirms there are several casks behind the series, of which this one was selected for its power and weight.

At 57.1% ABV, the strength once known in the English-speaking world as "100 Proof", this is a whisky built for those who want the flavour in its most uncompromising form.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dried dates, raisins and figs meet honey and dark chocolate, with a hint of leather and tobacco in the background.

Palate

Full-bodied and oily with malty, spiced notes, a light peppery heat and a sweetness reminiscent of sultanas in dark syrup.

Finish

Long and rounded, where tart fruit and a soft sweetness stay together to the very end.

Specifications

Name: Exceptional Cask 100 Proof Edition #8
Distillery: Undisclosed Speyside
Bottler: Signatory Vintage
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 16 Years
ABV: 57.1%
Size: 70 CL
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Bottled: 25.04.2025
Edition: Exceptional Cask 100 Proof Edition #8

Flavour Profile

Sherry-matured · Full-bodied · Spiced · Fruity

Did You Know?

When a Speyside distillery chooses to bottle without a name on the label, it is usually down to contractual agreements between the distillery and the owners of the bottle supply. Whisky drinkers often call it "a secret Speyside", and part of the fun of a bottle like this is guessing the source from the flavour alone.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Speyside (GL) 16 Year Old Signatory Exceptional Cask 100 Proof Edition #8

Why is there no distillery name on the bottle?

The distillery behind the whisky has not given permission to be named, a common practice among independent bottlers like Signatory Vintage. The Speyside character and sherry influence are still unmistakable, even without the name on the label.

What does "100 Proof" mean on the label?

100 Proof is an older strength measure, here equivalent to 57.1% alcohol. Signatory Vintage uses the term as a signal that the whisky is bottled at a bold, unreduced strength.

Is this whisky worth the money?

The value lies in the combination of high age, cask strength and a sherry character with real depth, which only comes from long maturation in excellent casks. It is a whisky for enthusiasts looking for substance rather than a familiar name.

Should I add water?

At 57.1%, a few drops of water can open the whisky up and draw out more of the spiced and fruity layers. Try it neat first, then add water gradually to taste.

Which glass suits this whisky best?

A tulip-shaped nosing glass gathers the aromas best and gives you the full benefit of the sherry-driven scents. See our range of whisky glasses.

Can this whisky be used in a cocktail?

Given its intensity and sherry depth, it works best neat or with a few drops of water, though it can also lift a classic Old Fashioned, where the powerful character comes into its own.