Tormore Whisky

Tormore was the first entirely new distillery built in Scotland in the 20th century, raised between 1958 and 1960 with architecture so striking it resembles a small castle more than a factory. Architect Sir Albert Richardson even designed a golf course and fountains for the workers - a status symbol for an optimistic post-war industry. Now owned by Pernod Ricard, Tormore remains one of Speyside's most visually distinctive distilleries.

Tormore 10 years old Matured in Oak Casks Old Version Pure Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 43%

Item no.: 505956-098460-27

Fruity and elegant, that is how Tormore describes its own style. This 1990s 10-year-old shows exactly the character the distillery was built to create.
Note: The box shows visible signs of wear due to the age of the bottle – the whisky and bottle itself are unaffected.
Expert's description
Tormore 10 år Old Version Pure Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 43% is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in oak casks and bottled at 43%.
This 10-year-old Old Version from the 1990s is matured in oak casks and bottled at 43% in the classic 70cl format.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Pear, honey and a light nutty sweetness.
Palate
Round and soft with sweet fruit.
Finish
Mild with a late spiced tone.
Specifications
Name: Tormore 10 år Old Version Pure Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 43%
Distillery: Tormore
Region/Country: Speyside
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 Years
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: oak casks
Non-chill filtered: No
Natural colour: No
Edition: Old Version from the 1990s
EAN no.: 5010019636294
Flavour Profile
Round · Spiced · Fresh
Investment Potential
Medium – as a discontinued 1990s bottling with a label design Tormore no longer uses, this bottle belongs to the type of older release typically sought after by vintage collectors.
Did you know?
Tormore's new-make spirit is described by the distillery's own team as full of juicy peaches and pears, a style historically used to bring sweetness to blends.
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134,00

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116,50EUR
Tormore 10 years old Old Version Pure Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky 100 cl 43%

Item no.: 505956-297182-8

Tormore was built as an entire village, not just a distillery. This bottle from the 1980s dates from a time when the whisky mostly lived hidden in blends.
Expert's description
Tormore 10 år Old Version 1 Pure Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky 100 cl 43% is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in oak casks and bottled at 43%.
This 10-year-old Old Version 1 is bottled in a 100cl format and dates from a 1980s bottling, long before Tormore began marketing itself as a single malt.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Ripe orchard fruit, pear and a hint of nuts.
Palate
Soft malt with sweet fruit and a light honey tone.
Finish
Mild and rounded.
Specifications
Name: Tormore 10 år Old Version 1 Pure Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky 100 cl 43%
Distillery: Tormore
Region/Country: Speyside
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 Years
ABV: 43%
Size: 100 CL
Non-chill filtered: No
Natural colour: No
Edition: Old Version 1, a 1980s bottling
EAN no.: 5010019636270
Flavour Profile
Round · Spiced · Fresh
Investment Potential
Medium – as a discontinued 1980s bottling, long before Tormore developed its current single malt profile, this type of older bottle typically attracts interest from collectors of vintage Speyside whisky.
Did you know?
Tormore Distillery was built in 1959 in the Cromdale Hills of Speyside and was so beautifully designed that it early on earned the nickname "the Pearl of Speyside".
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139,75EUR
Tormore 10 År Pure Speyside Malt Old Version Single Speyside Malt Whisky 43%

Item no.: 22227865449-166

Tormore is often called "the Pearl of Speyside," a name given by neighbours and visitors shortly after it was completed in 1959. This 10 year old comes from an earlier era of the bottling, before the range was relaunched.
The expert's description
Tormore 10 År Pure Speyside Malt Old Version Single Speyside Malt Whisky 43% is a Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky and bottled at 43%.
The whisky was distilled in the late 1980s at Tormore distillery in the heart of Speyside and bottled without a stated cask type or bottle count. This "Old Version" represents Tormore's classic, fruit-driven style, from before the distillery's more recent rebranding.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Ripe pears, almond and a hint of honey.
Palate
Soft and lightly sweet with grain and a touch of citrus.
Finish
Short to medium with dry grain and a mild nutty tone.
Specifications
Name: Tormore 10 År Pure Speyside Malt Old Version Single Speyside Malt Whisky 43%
Distillery: Tormore
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 years
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Edition: Discontinued edition
EAN no.: 5010019636379
Flavour Profile
Fruity · Soft · Light
Did you know?
Tormore was built as an entire village with housing for its workers, a post office and even a golf course, which was unusual for a Scottish distillery in the 1950s.
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113,75

1pcs.
99,00EUR
Tormore 12 Years Old Roslin Distillers Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 63,5%

Item no.: 505956-807534-8665

Cask strength is not for everyone, but for those who love whisky without compromise, this is the essence of it. Roslin Distillers have found a Tormore cask bold enough to show itself without dilution.
The expert's description
Tormore 12 år Roslin Distillers Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 63,5% is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in Refill bourbon cask, cask no. #801013 and bottled at 63.5%.
The whisky was distilled in 2010 and bottled in 2023 by the independent bottler Roslin Distillers from a single refill bourbon cask, no. #801013, at full cask strength. The high alcohol level gives a pronounced spirit-driven edge on the nose, which softens with a little added water.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Vanilla pod, white grapes and honeydew melon with a hint of cask character.
Palate
Spiced pastry and vanilla, intense with burnt caramel and unripe stone fruit.
Finish
Long-lasting with persistent spice and tart lemon.
Specifications
Name: Tormore 12 år Roslin Distillers Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 63,5%
Distillery: Tormore
Bottler: Roslin Distillers
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 63.5%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Refill bourbon cask, cask no. #801013
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 2010
Bottled: 2023
Flavour Profile
Cask strength · Spiced · Fruity
Did you know?
Roslin Distillers is named after the village of Roslin near Edinburgh, known for Rosslyn Chapel, and the company specialises exclusively in single cask bottlings at full cask strength.
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239,75

1pcs.
208,75EUR
Tormore 2011/2021 Lady of the Glen 10 year old Single Highland Malt Whisky 54,6%

Item no.: 2222786547553-99687

Lady of the Glen, as whisky fans affectionately call the bottler, has a fondness for casks that give plenty of flavour without drowning out the spirit. This 2011 Tormore is a good example.
The expert's description
Tormore 2011/2021 Lady of the Glen 10 år Single Highland Malt Whisky 54,6% is a Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in Refill barrel, cask no. #800006 and bottled at 54.6%.
The whisky was distilled in 2011 and bottled in 2021 by the independent whisky merchant Lady of the Glen as a single cask Limited Release of 258 bottles. It matured in a refill barrel that gave plenty of flavour without overpowering the spirit's base character, and is bottled at full cask strength of 54.6%.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Fresh grain, green apples and a hint of vanilla.
Palate
Soft and rounded with pear, honey and light spice.
Finish
Medium length with dry grain and a warm finish.
Specifications
Name: Tormore 2011/2021 Lady of the Glen 10 år Single Highland Malt Whisky 54,6%
Distillery: Tormore
Bottler: Lady of the Glen
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 years
ABV: 54.6%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Refill barrel, cask no. #800006
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 2011
Bottled: 2021
Number of bottles: 258
Edition: Limited Release
Flavour Profile
Cask strength · Fruity · Soft
Did you know?
Lady of the Glen takes its name from an old Scottish nickname for whisky itself, and the bottler is known for choosing casks that highlight each distillery's character rather than mask it.
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87,25EUR
Tormore 2015/2025 Signatory Vintage 9 year old 100 Proof Edition #45 Single Malt Scotch Whisky 57,1%

Item no.: 0597555-41114

100 proof is an old American measure of strength that translates to exactly 57.1% today. Signatory has turned it into their own signature series of selected casks.
The expert's description
Tormore 2015/2025 Signatory Vintage 9 år 100 Proof Edition #45 Single Malt Scotch Whisky 57,1% is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in Refill Oloroso sherry butts and bourbon barrels and bottled at 57.1%.
The whisky was distilled in 2015 and bottled in April 2025 by Signatory Vintage as part of the house's 100 Proof series, a collection of hand-selected casks all bottled at exactly 57.1%. It was matured in a combination of refill Oloroso sherry butts and bourbon barrels, giving a whisky with both body and freshness.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Cane sugar, dried apricot and a hint of sherry.
Palate
Spiced and full-bodied with caramel and dark fruit.
Finish
Long and warm with lingering spice.
Specifications
Name: Tormore 2015/2025 Signatory Vintage 9 år 100 Proof Edition #45 Single Malt Scotch Whisky 57,1%
Distillery: Tormore
Bottler: Signatory Vintage
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 9 years
ABV: 57.1%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Refill Oloroso sherry butts and bourbon barrels
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 2015
Bottled: 28.04.2025
Edition: 100 Proof Edition #45
EAN no.: 5021944128662
Flavour Profile
Sherried · Spiced · Full-bodied
Did you know?
The term "100 proof" comes from an old British method of testing spirit strength by soaking gunpowder in the liquid and setting it alight; only at exactly the right strength would it burn evenly.
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87,00

1pcs.
75,75EUR
Tormore Blueprint 10 Years Old Bourbon Barrels Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48%

Item no.: 22227865449-16667

The Blueprint series is Tormore's way of thinking out loud. Each release focuses on one specific maturation style that may one day shape the distillery's future. This release dives into classic bourbon barrels.
The expert's description
Tormore Blueprint 10 år Bourbon Barrels Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48% is a Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in Bourbon barrels and bottled at 48%.
This Small Batch release is part of the Blueprint series and matured in bourbon barrels. 1,500 bottles were produced of this specific maturation style, offering a glimpse of the direction Tormore may take in future releases.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Vanilla, citrus and a hint of fresh oak.
Palate
Lightly sweet with honey and grain.
Finish
Short and clean with a mild vanilla tone.
Specifications
Name: Tormore Blueprint 10 år Bourbon Barrels Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48%
Distillery: Tormore
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 years
ABV: 48%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Bourbon barrels
Number of bottles: 1.500
Edition: Blueprint series, Small Batch
EAN no.: 5061035821713
Flavour Profile
Fresh · Fruity · Light
Did you know?
The Blueprint series was created so Tormore's distillers could experiment openly with maturation styles and share the results directly with whisky enthusiasts, rather than keeping the trials hidden away in the warehouses.
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113,75

1pcs.
99,00EUR
Tormore Blueprint 10 Years Old Cream Sherry Casks Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48%

Item no.: 22227865449-16669

The Blueprint series is Tormore's way of thinking out loud. Each release focuses on one specific maturation style that may one day shape the distillery's future. This time it is the sweeter cream sherry casks setting the course.
The expert's description
Tormore Blueprint 10 år Cream Sherry Casks Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48% is a Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in Cream sherry casks and bottled at 48%.
This Small Batch release is part of the Blueprint series and matured in cream sherry casks. 1,500 bottles were produced of this specific maturation style, offering a glimpse of the direction Tormore may take in future releases.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Raisin, walnut and a creamy caramel scent.
Palate
Full and sweet with dried fruit.
Finish
Medium length with soft spice.
Specifications
Name: Tormore Blueprint 10 år Cream Sherry Casks Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48%
Distillery: Tormore
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 years
ABV: 48%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Cream sherry casks
Number of bottles: 1.500
Edition: Blueprint series, Small Batch
EAN no.: 5061035821676
Flavour Profile
Sherried · Full-bodied · Sweet
Did you know?
The Blueprint series was created so Tormore's distillers could experiment openly with maturation styles and share the results directly with whisky enthusiasts, rather than keeping the trials hidden away in the warehouses.
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113,75

1pcs.
99,00EUR
Tormore Blueprint 10 Years Old Toasted Barrels Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48%

Item no.: 22227865449-16668

The Blueprint series is Tormore's way of thinking out loud. Each release focuses on one specific maturation style that may one day shape the distillery's future. Here it is the toasting of the cask itself that takes centre stage.
The expert's description
Tormore Blueprint 10 år Toasted Barrels Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48% is a Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in Toasted barrels and bottled at 48%.
This Small Batch release is part of the Blueprint series and matured in toasted barrels. 1,500 bottles were produced of this specific maturation style, offering a glimpse of the direction Tormore may take in future releases.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Toasted bread, caramel and a hint of smoky wood.
Palate
Nutty with burnt sugar and spice.
Finish
Long with dry wood and warm spice.
Specifications
Name: Tormore Blueprint 10 år Toasted Barrels Single Malt Scotch Whisky 48%
Distillery: Tormore
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 10 years
ABV: 48%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Toasted barrels
Number of bottles: 1.500
Edition: Blueprint series, Small Batch
EAN no.: 5061035821713
Flavour Profile
Spiced · Nutty · Full-bodied
Did you know?
The Blueprint series was created so Tormore's distillers could experiment openly with maturation styles and share the results directly with whisky enthusiasts, rather than keeping the trials hidden away in the warehouses.
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113,75

1pcs.
99,00EUR
Tormore Old Version 12 years old Single Pure Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky 43%

Item no.: 505956-807534-850

Two extra years in cask may sound like a detail, but at Tormore it brings a clear shift toward more body. This 12 year old "Old Version" is a bottle for those who enjoy the story behind it as much as the dram itself.
The expert's description
Tormore 12 år Old Version Single Pure Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky 43% is a Single Pure Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky and bottled at 43%.
The whisky is an earlier bottling of Tormore's 12 year old, filled in the older 75 cl bottle size the distillery used before moving to the 70 cl standard. The style is classic Speyside without a stated cask type, but with a clear extra body from the additional years in cask.
Tasting Notes
Nose
Honey, toasted almond and ripe apples.
Palate
Full-bodied with caramel and a hint of spiced wood.
Finish
Medium length with warm spice and a lightly bitter finish.
Specifications
Name: Tormore 12 år Old Version Single Pure Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky 43%
Distillery: Tormore
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Single Pure Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 43%
Size: 75 CL
Edition: Discontinued edition
Flavour Profile
Full-bodied · Spiced · Fruity
Did you know?
The older 75 cl bottle size used for this release was common across the Scotch whisky industry until the mid-1990s, when the EU standard of 70 cl gradually took over.
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113,75

1pcs.
99,00EUR

About Tormore

Tormore stands out in the Speyside landscape thanks to its unusually elegant architecture. The distillery was designed with an ambition for beauty far beyond the functional, featuring a clock tower and formal gardens, earning it the nickname 'the most beautiful distillery in Scotland' among several whisky enthusiasts. Behind the elegant facade, Tormore produces a classic, light, and floral Speyside style that has historically found its way mostly into blends, but is increasingly also released as its own single malt for those wanting to experience the distillate undiluted by the blending process.

History & Background

The distillery was built in 1958 by the American company Schenley International with the clear purpose of supplying whisky for their Long John blends. It sits in Cromdale Hills at the heart of Speyside, surrounded by pine forest, overlooking the winding River Spey. Unlike many older distilleries that have grown organically over decades, Tormore was designed from the outset as a single, deliberate whole, something clearly reflected in the style of its buildings.

Production & Style

Tormore uses traditional pot stills and focuses on a light, clean distillation style, producing a floral, easily approachable distillate. That light style makes the whisky well suited to blends, where it contributes finesse rather than power, but the same qualities also make it an accessible entry point for whisky beginners wanting a Speyside without too much heaviness.

Signature Style

Floral, Light, Elegant
The flavour is light and floral with notes of honey and fresh fruit, a style prioritising finesse and balance over power and body.

Facts

Distillery	Tormore
Founded	1958
Pronounced	Tor-MOR
Region	Speyside (Cromdale Hills)
Country	Scotland
Owner	Chivas Brothers (Pernod Ricard)
Capacity	~4.2 million litres/year
Water source	Loch Torr
Peat	Unpeated

Did You Know?

Tormore's architect placed such emphasis on aesthetics that the distillery got its own clock tower with a carillon that plays melodies, a detail normally found only at churches and town halls, not whisky distilleries.

If you like Tormore, you should also try:

Tamnavulin, Tamdhu and Cragganmore.

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