From a farm where Scotland's national poet once walked behind the plough comes a rare single cask at full strength.

Expert description

Lochlea 2018/2024 Adelphi Selection is a Single Highland Malt Whisky, distilled in 2018 and bottled in 2024 after 5 years of maturation at cask strength 59.2%, selected by independent bottler Adelphi Selection. The whisky comes from Lochlea, an independent, family-owned farm distillery in Ayrshire in the Lowlands, which has been distilling single malt whisky since 2018. The farm has a long agricultural history — between 1777 and 1784, Scotland's national poet Robert Burns lived here and worked the land. The McGeoch family ran a dairy operation until 2014, when they decided to convert the farm into a distillery instead. The buildings have been repurposed from their original use: the former piggery, byre and midden now house mashing, fermentation and distillation, while the old cattle sheds serve as warehouses. The barley for the whisky is grown on the distillery's own 222 acres.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose offers grain, honey and a hint of fresh fruit.

Palate

The palate is powerful with malt, caramel and spice.

Finish

The finish is long, warm and grainy.

Specifications

Name: Lochlea 2018/2024 Adelphi Selection 5 år Single Highland Malt Whisky
Distillery: Lochlea
Region/Country: Ayrshire, Lowlands, Scotland
Type: Single Highland Malt Whisky
Age: 5 years
ABV: 59.2%
Distilled: 2018
Bottled: 2024
Bottler: Adelphi Selection

Flavour profile

Grainy · Powerful · Spicy · Warm

Investment potential

Medium — a rare single cask at full strength from one of Scotland's most talked-about new farm distilleries, selected by a respected independent bottler.

Did you know?

Scotland's national poet Robert Burns lived and worked at Lochlea Farm between 1777 and 1784 — over 200 years before the same land became home to a modern whisky distillery.

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There is a calm to Lochlea that only truly reveals itself once you give it time in the glass.

Expert's description

Lochlea First Release Single Lowland Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46% is a Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in bourbonfade med finish på pedro ximénez-fade and bottled at 46%.

The whisky comes straight from Lochlea's own warehouse and belongs to the First Release series.

Only 7000 bottles were released from this batch, making it an exclusive release for collectors.

Tasting notes

Nose

On the nose you meet vanilla, honey and dried fig.

Palate

The palate delivers honey, sherry toffee and dates.

Finish

The finish is medium in length, with dark chocolate and fresh barley.

Specifications

Name: Lochlea First Release Single Lowland Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46%
Distillery: Lochlea
Region/Country: Lowland
Type: Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
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Number of bottles: 7000
Edition: First Release
EAN no.: 5065008253006

Flavour profile

Sherry-matured · Rounded · Spicy

Did you know?

Lochlea's releases are named after the farming calendar, such as Sowing, Harvest and Ploughing Edition, reflecting the distillery's close ties to the land.

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Some bottles tell an entire story in the name alone. Lochlea Ploughing Edition Single Lowland Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46% is one of them.

Expert's description

Lochlea Ploughing Edition Single Lowland Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46% is a Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in ex-islay barrels and peated quarter casks and bottled at 46%.

The whisky comes straight from Lochlea's own warehouse and belongs to the Ploughing Edition series.

Tasting notes

Nose

On the nose you meet honey, green apples and light oak.

Palate

The taste unfolds with honey, light oak and spice.

Finish

The aftertaste is short but concentrated, with mild sweetness and honey.

Specifications

Name: Lochlea Ploughing Edition Single Lowland Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 46%
Distillery: Lochlea
Region/Country: Lowland
Type: Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-Islay barrels and peated quarter casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: Ploughing Edition
EAN no.: 5065008253051

Flavour profile

Fruity · Soft · Classic

Did you know?

Lochlea is a working farm distillery, growing the barley for its whisky in its own fields, a rare setup among Scottish distilleries.

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In Scotland, some distilleries never shout about themselves — they let the whisky speak. Long John is one of them.

Expert's description

Long John 12 År Finest Scotch Whisky i Keramikkande 43% is a Blended Scotch Whisky, matured in sherry and bourbon casks and bottled at 43%.

The whisky comes straight from Long John's own warehouse.

The bottle is presented in a classic Scottish-style ceramic jug, making it a striking addition to any collection.

Tasting notes

Nose

On the nose you meet soft malt, light caramel and mild sweetness.

Palate

On the tongue you find light caramel, spice and mild sweetness.

Finish

The finish is short but concentrated, with light oak and soft malt.

Specifications

Name: Long John 12 År Finest Scotch Whisky i Keramikkande 43%
Distillery: Long John
Type: Blended Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 43%
Size: 75 CL

Flavour profile

Fruity · Soft · Classic

Did you know?

The brand is named after John 'Long John' MacDonald, an unusually tall Scot who ran the Ben Nevis distillery in the 19th century and lent his name to the blend.

There is a calm to Long John that only truly reveals itself once you give it time in the glass.

Note: This bottle was filled in the 1970s and shows clear signs of its age, with wear and marks on the label.

Expert's description

Long John Special Reserve Finest Blended Scotch Whisky 70 cl 43% is a Finest Blended Scotch Whisky, matured in sherry and bourbon casks and bottled at 43%.

The whisky comes straight from Long John's own warehouse and belongs to the Special Reserve series.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose opens with soft malt, grain and spice.

Palate

The taste unfolds with grain, light oak and mild sweetness.

Finish

The finish is long and warm, with spice and light caramel.

Specifications

Name: Long John Special Reserve Finest Blended Scotch Whisky 70 cl 43%
Distillery: Long John
Type: Finest Blended Scotch Whisky
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Edition: Special Reserve

Flavour profile

Fruity · Soft · Classic

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The brand is named after John 'Long John' MacDonald, an unusually tall Scot who ran the Ben Nevis distillery in the 19th century and lent his name to the blend.

Some bottles tell an entire story in the name alone. Longmorn 15 år Matured in Oak Casks Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 100 cl 45% is one of them.

Expert's description

Longmorn 15 år Matured in Oak Casks Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 100 cl 45% is a Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in oak casks and bottled at 45%.

The whisky comes straight from Longmorn's own warehouse and belongs to the Old Version series.

Tasting notes

Nose

The aroma offers honey, malt and mild sweetness.

Palate

The palate delivers a whisper of sherry, spice and light oak.

Finish

The finish is long and spicy, with light oak and ripe fruit.

Specifications

Name: Longmorn 15 år Matured in Oak Casks Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky 100 cl 45%
Distillery: Longmorn
Region/Country: Highland
Type: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 15 years
ABV: 45%
Size: 100 CL
Cask type: Oak casks
Edition: Old Version
EAN no.: 087000653238

Flavour profile

Fruity · Soft · Classic

Did you know?

Longmorn is regarded by many blenders as one of Speyside's most underrated malts and is a key component of Chivas Regal.

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Longmorn belongs to the kind of spirit whisky people speak of quietly, with respect.

Expert's description

Longmorn 2005/2024 Symingtons Choice 19 år Signatory Single Speyside Malt Whisky 62.6% is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in sherry butt and bottled at 62,6%.

The whisky is distilled at Longmorn and independently selected and bottled by Signatory Vintage as part of the Symington's Choice series.

It was distilled 3. marts 2005 and bottled 26. april 2024, giving it 19 years.

Only 619 bottles were released from this batch, making it an exclusive release for collectors.

Tasting notes

Nose

The aroma offers malt, honey and dates.

Palate

The palate delivers a whisper of sherry, dates and raisins.

Finish

It finishes short but concentrated, with dried fig and a whisper of sherry.

Specifications

Name: Longmorn 2005/2024 Symingtons Choice 19 år Signatory Single Speyside Malt Whisky 62.6%
Distillery: Longmorn
Bottler: Signatory Vintage
Region/Country: Speyside
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 19 years
ABV: 62,6%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry Butt (#18070)
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distilled: 3. marts 2005
Bottled: 26. april 2024
Number of bottles: 619
Edition: Symington's Choice

Flavour profile

Sherry-matured · Rounded · Spicy

Investment potential

Medium. 19 years of maturation at full cask strength and only 619 bottles from Signatory's new Symington's Choice series make this Longmorn sought after among Speyside collectors.

Did you know?

Longmorn is regarded by many blenders as one of Speyside's most underrated malts and is a key component of Chivas Regal.

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Some whiskies whisper. Longrow 100 Proof shouts. From Springbank's old still house by the Campbeltown harbour comes this powerful take on the peated Longrow style, cranked up to a strength that matches the smoke blow for blow.

Expert Description

Longrow 100 Proof Batch 1 is a Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky distilled at Springbank, matured in bourbon and pinot noir casks and bottled at cask strength, 57.1%.

The name 100 Proof refers to the old British strength scale, where 100 proof equals roughly 57% ABV - the strength whisky was historically traded and taxed at. Batch 1 in this series spent its first four years in refill bourbon casks before a further two years in fresh pinot noir casks, layering sweet berry notes over Longrow's bold, peated core.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Medicinal smoke and blackcurrant arrive immediately, followed by macerated strawberries, red grapes and a hint of tobacco. Beneath the smoke sit classic Springbank markers of oil, citrus and dried seaweed.

Palate

The smoke turns more earthy on the palate, with creme brulee, vanilla and almonds in the background. Charred bacon, black pepper and a whiff of spent matches add edge, while tart red berries keep it fresh.

Finish

Red cola cubes, strawberry laces and marzipan carry the long, smoky finish home.

Specifications

Name: Longrow 100 Proof Batch 1
Distillery: Springbank
Region/Country: Campbeltown, Scotland
Type: Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 57.1%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Bourbon and pinot noir casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Edition: Batch 1
EAN no.: 610854009540

Flavour Profile

Peated · Cask strength · Fruity · Spicy

Investment Potential

Low - Longrow 100 Proof is made for drinking rather than shelf-holding, and it sells through quickly at retailers, but the series has not yet established itself as a dedicated collector's item.

Did You Know?

The term "proof" comes from an old test where gunpowder was soaked in whisky and set alight - if it burned evenly, the strength was "proven" high enough to be pure spirit.

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Four years in fresh Pinot Noir casks have laid a layer of dark berry fruit over Longrow's signature smoke - the result gathers two very different worlds into a single glass.

Expert Description

Longrow 15 Year Old Red Pinot Noir Cask is a Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky distilled at Springbank, matured 11 years in bourbon casks followed by 4 years in fresh Pinot Noir casks, and bottled at 51.4%.

The cask journey gives this Longrow expression a markedly different character to the classic bourbon and sherry-matured releases: the smoke is still there, but it is now joined by a deep, almost wine-like berry sweetness from the red wine casks. A total of 9,400 bottles were released of this limited edition.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dark forest berries and a hint of red wine meet Longrow's signature smoke and a whisper of salty kelp.

Palate

Sweet and full-bodied with blackcurrant and cherry playing against an earthy, peaty smoke.

Finish

Long and lightly tart, with the berry fruit lingering alongside a dry, smoky close.

Specifications

Name: Longrow 15 Year Old Red Pinot Noir Cask
Distillery: Springbank
Region/Country: Campbeltown, Scotland
Type: Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 15 years
ABV: 51.4%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: 11 years in bourbon casks, then 4 years in Pinot Noir casks
Number of bottles: 9,400
Edition: Limited Edition
EAN no.: 610854004873

Flavour Profile

Peated · Fruity · Spicy · Maritime

Did You Know?

Pinot Noir casks are relatively rare in Scotch whisky production compared to the more common port and sherry casks, making this cask combination one of the more unusual in the Longrow range.

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There is a calm to Springbank that only truly reveals itself once you give it time in the glass.

Expert's description

Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43% is a Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in oak cask and bottled at 43%.

The whisky is distilled at Springbank and independently selected and bottled by Signatory Vintage as part of the Longrow series.

It was distilled 19. juni 1987 and bottled September 1995, giving it 8 years.

Only 432 bottles were released from this batch, making it an exclusive release for collectors.

Tasting notes

Nose

On the nose you meet sea salt, smoke and spice.

Palate

The palate delivers sea salt, light oak and spice.

Finish

The finish is medium in length, with spice and oily malt.

Specifications

Name: Longrow 1987 Signatory Vintage 8 år Single Campbeltown Malt Scotch Whisky 43%
Distillery: Springbank
Bottler: Signatory Vintage
Region/Country: Campbeltown
Type: Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 8 years
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Oak Cask (#139+140)
Distilled: 19. juni 1987
Bottled: September 1995
Number of bottles: 432
Edition: Longrow

Flavour profile

Fruity · Soft · Classic · Smoky

Investment potential

High. A Longrow distilled in 1987 and bottled as early as 1995 is a historical rarity from a period when Springbank only distilled occasionally. Early Longrow releases like this have all but vanished from the market.

Did you know?

Longrow is named after a now-closed Campbeltown distillery that once stood right next to Springbank, whose old warehouse today houses Springbank's bottling hall.

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Where the Mull of Kintyre runs out into the sea and the water keeps hammering at granite and kelp, the old pot stills still fire up a different kind of Campbeltown whisky. Longrow is the peated sibling of Springbank, and in this 21 year old 2023 release, time has softened the smoke into something almost sweet.

Expert Description

Longrow 21 Year Old Limited Edition 2023 is a Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky distilled at Springbank, matured in a combination of sherry and bourbon casks and bottled at 46%.

Longrow is the most heavily peated of the three styles produced at Springbank Distillery, alongside the medium-peated Springbank and the unpeated, triple-distilled Hazelburn. The barley is dried over peat smoke for up to 48 hours before it is milled, mashed and fermented using the same old-fashioned methods as the rest of the distillery's output. The 21 year old is the oldest standing release in the Longrow range, and this 2023 vintage draws its character from roughly 65% sherry casks and 35% bourbon casks, a combination that lends the smoke a sweetness rarely found in younger expressions.

Tasting Notes

Nose

A savoury, slightly tangy note greets you first, followed by hazelnut and blackcurrant. Underneath sits a hint of tanned leather and smoked ham.

Palate

A syrupy sweetness coats the palate, where cola bottles and cigar-box tobacco play off each other while the smoke stays in the background like a warm, whispering bass note.

Finish

The finish is pure Longrow: shingle beach, wet flint and seaweed, as if the sea itself washes over the palate one last time.

Specifications

Name: Longrow 21 Year Old Limited Edition 2023
Distillery: Springbank
Region/Country: Campbeltown, Scotland
Type: Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 21 years
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry and bourbon casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Distillation method: Double distilled
Edition: Limited Edition 2023
EAN no.: 610854003869

Flavour Profile

Peated · Maritime · Fruity · Spicy

Investment Potential

Medium - Longrow 21 Year Old is an annual, strictly limited release from one of Scotland's most sought-after distilleries, and older vintages in the range are known to climb steadily in value on the secondary market as retailer stock sells out.

Did You Know?

The name Longrow comes from a distillery in Campbeltown that closed in 1896 and once stood on the site now occupied by Springbank's car park - the name was revived in 1973 for the distillery's peated style.

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No vintage, no excuses - just pure, unfiltered smoke from one of Campbeltown's most distinctive styles. Longrow Peated is the distillery's straightforward expression, without any extra frills.

Expert Description

Longrow Peated is a Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky distilled at Springbank, bottled without an age statement at 46%.

The name Longrow is taken from a distillery that once stood on the peninsula but closed over a hundred years ago. As a no-age-statement release, this bottle represents the Longrow style in its most accessible form, with plenty of bold peat smoke and a hint of medicinal character that ties it to its older siblings in the range.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Bold peat smoke meets a light medicinal note, with a hint of salinity and citrus in the background.

Palate

Well-balanced smoke with a soft sweetness beneath the surface that keeps the medicinal notes in check.

Finish

Dry and smoky, with a lingering warmth that fades into a lightly salty close.

Specifications

Name: Longrow Peated
Distillery: Springbank
Region/Country: Campbeltown, Scotland
Type: Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 46%
Size: 70 CL
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
EAN no.: 610854000260

Flavour Profile

Peated · Maritime · Spicy

Did You Know?

Longrow is one of only three styles distilled at Springbank Distillery itself - all three share the same still house but differ sharply in smoke level and distillation method.

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No other whisky has made the sherry cask a world-famous synonym for quality the way Macallan 12 Year Old Sherry Oak has. It is not just an expression — it is a reference point. The bottle against which most others are measured.

Expert description

Macallan 12 Year Old Sherry Oak is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in sherry seasoned European oak casks and bottled at 40%. Macallan was one of the first distilleries to systematically use 100% sherry casks for maturation, and the 12 Year Old Sherry Oak is the core expression of that tradition. The oak casks are produced in Spain, seasoned with Oloroso sherry before being sent to Macallan, and give the whisky its characteristic dried fruit, warm spices and silky smooth structure.

12 years is the classic age, and this is where Macallan's DNA is most clearly expressed. Not too young to have edges, not too old to have freshness.

Tasting notes

Nose

Dried fruit and candied citrus peel with oak, ginger and nutmeg. Raisins, sultanas and orange notes with festive spices like cinnamon and clove.

Palate

Raisins and sultanas with ginger syrup and sweet cinnamon. Sherry, plums and powdered sugar sweetness with a silky mouthfeel.

Finish

Long with oak and warming ginger. Dried fruit and mandarin linger.

Specifications

Name: Macallan 12 Year Old Sherry Oak
Distillery: Macallan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry seasoned European oak casks
EAN no.: 5010314017408

Flavour profile

Sherry-matured · Dried fruit · Spiced · Silky smooth

Did you know?

Macallan has produced Sherry Oak as its core style since 1824 and helped make the concept of "sherry-matured whisky" internationally recognised. The distillery owns its own woodland in Spain, where it grows the oak trees later used for sherry casks.

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Macallan took the two great oak traditions — European and American — and set them to work together. Double Cask is the result: a whisky that doesn't have to choose sides, but benefits from both.

Expert description

Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in sherry seasoned European and American oak casks and bottled at 40%. While the classic Sherry Oak uses only European oak, Double Cask introduces American oak casks seasoned with Oloroso sherry. American oak provides a softer, sweeter profile with more vanilla and coconut, and the result is a lighter, more accessible Macallan than its Sherry Oak sibling.

Double Cask is a good entry point into the Macallan range and a great everyday dram. It does not eclipse its older Sherry Oak sibling, but it is more approachable and has broader appeal.

Tasting notes

Nose

Toffee, banana and fudge with soft sherry. Dark fruit, red berries and mild chocolate with baking spices like cardamom and vanilla.

Palate

Marshmallow and anise with ginger and citrus. Medium-thin mouthfeel with light dryness, fig notes and maltiness.

Finish

Plums and oaky sherry with smooth, fruity caramel. Long and soothing with vanilla and light black pepper.

Specifications

Name: Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask
Distillery: Macallan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 12 years
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry seasoned European and American oak casks
EAN no.: 5010314302863

Flavour profile

Sherry-matured · Vanilla-sweet · Fruity · Soft and accessible

Did you know?

American oak is far more commonly used for bourbon than for Scotch whisky — Macallan was one of the first distilleries to introduce American sherry casks into Speyside distillation as a systematic part of their production.

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Three more years do more than you might expect. Macallan 15 Year Old Double Cask is not simply the 12-year-old with more patience behind it — it is a whisky that has found another gear. More depth, more complexity, more oak.

Expert description

Macallan 15 Year Old Double Cask is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in sherry seasoned European and American oak casks and bottled at 43%. Like the 12-year-old it uses two cask types — but 15 years in cask delivers a noticeably deeper and more complex profile. European oak contributes dried fruit and warm spices, while American oak adds vanilla and caramel. The result is a whisky with orange peel, light smoke and a finish that surpasses the 12-year-old in length and complexity.

This has stepped up from everyday dram to an expression worth enjoying slowly. A bottle that deserves time.

Tasting notes

Nose

Dried fruit and butterscotch with baked apple and chocolate. Smooth oak with cinnamon, clove and fig nuances.

Palate

Sweet raisin and sultana with cinnamon and nutmeg. Creamy vanilla and black pepper that slowly dries with orange peel.

Finish

Long and dry with nutmeg and fresh ginger. Orange peel, ginger warmth and a discreet note of smoke.

Specifications

Name: Macallan 15 Year Old Double Cask
Distillery: Macallan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 15 years
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry seasoned European and American oak casks
EAN no.: 5010314304613

Flavour profile

Sherry-matured · Fruity · Spiced · Deeper and more complex

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Macallan is one of the few distilleries that consistently offers 12-, 15- and 18-year-old expressions in the same Double Cask series — a rare opportunity to taste exactly what the extra years do to the whisky.

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Eighteen years in two types of oak. Macallan's Double Cask philosophy is straightforward: let American and European oak work together to shape the final whisky. Then give it enough time for the two systems to find each other.

Expert's Description

Macallan 18 Year Old Double Cask 2023 is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured for 18 years in sherry-seasoned American and European oak casks, bottled at 43%. The two cask types complement each other: American sherry oak lends citrus, vanilla and butterscotch, while European sherry oak provides gentle spice and depth. The 2023 release is the current vintage of one of Macallan's most classic age-stated expressions.

For many collectors, Macallan 18 Year Old is a benchmark — not because it surprises, but because it consistently delivers on its promise. That's no small thing.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Dried fruit and ginger with toffee and rich orange. Hints of clove and nutmeg.

Palate

Rich raisins and sultanas with caramel, vanilla and ginger. Balanced by wood spice and zesty citrus.

Finish

Warm oak spice with ginger that softens into sweet orange. Long and well-integrated.

Specifications

Name: Macallan 18 Year Old Double Cask 2023
Distillery: Macallan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 18 years
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry-seasoned American and European oak casks
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: Annual 2023 Release
EAN no.: 5010314309862

Flavour Profile

Sherry-matured · Fruity · Soft · Elegant

Investment Potential

Medium — Macallan 18 Year Old Double Cask in its vintage-limited 2023 release is attracting growing interest on the secondary market as retailer stocks are depleted. The Macallan 18 Year Old series is generally sought-after given the distillery's reputation and the documented complexity that age brings.

Did you know?

Macallan uses exclusively small copper pot stills — among the smallest in Scotland. They are designed to maximise contact between vapours and the copper surface, contributing to the distillery's characteristically fruity and soft house style.

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Eighteen years is not just a number. It is the point where European and American sherry oak have stopped competing and started speaking the same language. Macallan 18 Year Old Double Cask 2024 is the result of that conversation.

Expert description

Macallan 18 Year Old Double Cask 2024 Release is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in sherry seasoned European and American oak casks and bottled at 43%. It combines the depth of European sherry oak — dried fruit, warm spice, dark chocolate — with the fruity and creamy contribution of American oak. The 2024 release is the latest annual release in the 18 Year Old Double Cask line, and with 18 years in cask the complexity and integration of the two cask types reaches its peak in the series.

The bottle works as a gift, as an occasion in itself and as the dram you open when you decide to take your time.

Tasting notes

Nose

Rich and sweet with orange marmalade, prunes and dried dates. Dark chocolate, cinnamon and nutmeg with a hint of tobacco from European oak.

Palate

Full and complex — caramelised fruits, fig and a deep sherry sweetness. Warm spice with ginger and black pepper, and a beautiful richness from American oak.

Finish

Long and warm with dark wood, vanilla fudge and a lingering orange bitterness. The aftertaste carries for a long time.

Specifications

Name: Macallan 18 Year Old Double Cask 2024 Release
Distillery: Macallan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 18 years
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry seasoned European and American oak casks
Edition: 2024 Release

Flavour profile

Sherry-matured · Rich dark fruit · Spiced and complex · 18 years

Investment potential

Medium — Macallan 18 Year Old Double Cask is an annual release from one of the world's most respected distilleries. The market for Macallan 18-year-old expressions is stable, and the 2024 release is a natural collector's stop for those following the series.

Did you know?

The Double Cask series was Macallan's answer to whisky drinkers who found the Triple Cask series too complex. By reducing to two cask types — both sherry seasoned but from two different oak species — Macallan created a series that is easier to understand but still has plenty to discover.

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Every year, Macallan selects the casks that have left the strongest mark on their new make. Classic Cut is where the distillery shows its hand — no dilution to comfortable strength, no smoothed-off edges. The 2025 edition is bottled exactly where the casks' character speaks loudest.

Expert's Description

Macallan Classic Cut 2025 Limited Edition is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in sherry-seasoned European and American oak casks alongside ex-bourbon casks, bottled at 50.6%. The Classic Cut series is Macallan's annual showcase for intensely matured single malt — non-chill filtered, natural colour, bottled at a strength that gives the aromas room to fully unfold. The European sherry casks contribute depth and complex fruit, the American sherry casks add citrus and softness, while the ex-bourbon casks bring an additional layer of complexity to the 2025 expression.

Macallan is one of those distilleries that rarely wavers about what it wants to say. That's reflected in Classic Cut: a bottle that makes a clear statement, rather than simply tasting pleasant.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Orange oil and barley sugar with velvety milk chocolate. Caramel wafer, creamy vanilla panna cotta and freshly baked apple turnovers.

Palate

Icing sugar sweetness with fresh grapefruit and mandarin. Lemon zest meringue and caramelised almonds.

Finish

More grapefruit and melon with a touch of warming oak spice that lingers.

Specifications

Name: Macallan Classic Cut 2025 Limited Edition
Distillery: Macallan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 50.6%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry-seasoned European and American oak casks and ex-bourbon casks
Non-chill filtered: Yes
Natural colour: Yes
Edition: Limited Edition
EAN no.: 5010314314132

Flavour Profile

Sherry-matured · Fruity · Spiced · Full-bodied

Did you know?

Macallan's new distillery, which opened in 2018 on Speyside, is partly built into the hillside — an architectural decision that protects the distillery's microclimate and gives the complex a remarkable presence in the Scottish landscape.

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In 2018, Macallan launched a series that would challenge everything the distillery had done before. Concept Number 1 is the first bottle — inspired by surrealist art and designed to break with received notions of what Macallan whisky can and should taste like.

Expert description

Macallan Concept Number 1 is a discontinued Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky from 2018, matured equally in sherry seasoned oak casks and ex-bourbon casks, bottled at 40%. The Concept series was Macallan's response to contemporary art's urge to challenge and provoke — the whisky is made to deviate, not to confirm. The maturation time is split equally between the two cask types, and the result is an expression that is lighter and more citrus-oriented than the classic Macallan expressions dominated by sherry casks.

As the first in the series and as a discontinued expression, Concept Number 1 attracts attention from collectors. It was not produced in unlimited quantities, and access to bottles continues to decrease.

Tasting notes

Nose

Butterscotch toffee with almonds and ginger. Cinnamon and dried fruit, citrus and green banana in the background.

Palate

Fresh orange and lemon citrus with soft oak spices and ginger. Lively fruit presence with good drive.

Finish

Medium length with a touch of sweetness and dryness. Oak, citrus fruit and ginger linger.

Specifications

Name: Macallan Concept Number 1
Distillery: Macallan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry seasoned oak casks and ex-bourbon casks
Edition: Concept Number 1 (2018, discontinued)
EAN no.: 5010314307394

Flavour profile

Citrus-driven · Lightly spiced · Fruity · Lighter Macallan style

Investment potential

High — Concept Number 1 is discontinued and the first bottle in a groundbreaking series from Macallan. The combination of limited production, discontinued status and collector interest makes it a bottle with strong investment potential.

Did you know?

The Concept series was created with surrealist art as its source of inspiration and was Macallan's first real attempt to break with the classic sherry cask expression in an annual limited edition series.

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Edition No 6 was the last in Macallan's Edition series — and it signed off with one of the heaviest sherry cask compositions in the range. 74% sherry butt casks and 48.6% — not a rounding off, but a definitive statement.

Expert description

Macallan Edition No 6 is a discontinued Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky from 2020, matured in 26% sherry seasoned hogsheads and 74% sherry seasoned butts and bottled at 48.6%. The Edition series was Macallan's annual limited edition range, combining the distillery's whisky with creative collaborations. Edition No 6 was created in collaboration with Master of Wood Stuart MacPherson and focused on the role of wood itself in whisky. The cask composition is heavy and sherry-dominated — and that is clear in the glass.

As the closing release in a well-known series, No 6 is particularly sought after by collectors. It is discontinued and no longer in production. Availability continues to fall.

Tasting notes

Nose

Toffee apples, plums and peaches in syrup with orchard blossom and vanilla. Prunes, beeswax and honeyed fruits with dark chocolate and toffee.

Palate

Sultana raisins and walnuts with creamy fudge, ginger and raspberries. Black pepper and cinnamon with sultanas and cocoa.

Finish

Citrus zest and candied citrus with Christmas cake spices. Medium length with lingering fudge and milk chocolate.

Specifications

Name: Macallan Edition No 6
Distillery: Macallan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 48.6%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry seasoned hogsheads (26%) and sherry seasoned butts (74%)
Edition: Edition No 6 (2020, discontinued)
EAN no.: 5010314309886

Flavour profile

Sherry-dominated · Dark fruit · Spiced · Rich and deep

Investment potential

High — Edition No 6 is the closing bottle in Macallan's Edition series, discontinued in 2020, with high sherry cask concentration and strong collector interest. Bottles from the series continue to grow in rarity.

Did you know?

Edition No 6 was created in collaboration with Macallan's Master of Wood Stuart MacPherson, a specialist in cask selection and the influence of oak on whisky flavour.

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Autumn on Speyside — golden fields and orchards settling into rest. Harmony Collection Amber Meadow is made for the season that smells of ripe fruit and warm cinnamon. A whisky that invites slow, deliberate breathing.

Expert description

Macallan Harmony Amber Meadow is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in European Oloroso sherry casks and ex-bourbon casks, bottled at 44.2%. Amber Meadow is the autumn edition in Macallan's Harmony Collection — a series that combines whisky with sustainable thinking, with packaging made from recycled materials. The sherry casks contribute dried fruit, fig and toffee, while the ex-bourbon casks add honey, coconut and light spice.

This is a whisky that tastes like its name — a golden autumn meadow bottled.

Tasting notes

Nose

Golden apple and honey-drizzled apricot with soft cinnamon. Elderflower sweetness, coconut and citrus peel in the background.

Palate

Vanilla pod and toasted almonds with fresh pear and honeydew melon. A green tea note runs through the middle with soft sweetness.

Finish

Persistent oak spice with a touch of butterscotch. Clean and warm close.

Specifications

Name: Macallan Harmony Amber Meadow
Distillery: Macallan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 44.2%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: European Oloroso sherry casks and ex-bourbon casks
EAN no.: 5010314313395

Flavour profile

Fruity · Honey-sweet · Lightly spiced · Autumnal character

Did you know?

The Harmony Collection is Macallan's sustainability series — the packaging is designed to minimise the carbon footprint and is made from recycled materials, including recycled apple pulp from apple production.

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Espresso and sherry oak. It sounds strange until you have it in the glass and realise the two things never should have met in a more logical way. Macallan Harmony Intense Arabica is coffee and whisky, and it works.

Expert description

Macallan Harmony Collection Intense Arabica is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured in sherry casks, including casks previously used to season Arabica coffee beans, and bottled at 44%. It is part of Macallan's Harmony Collection, which explores the interplay between whisky and natural ingredients. Intense Arabica is inspired by the intense espresso experience and uses coffee casks as an additional layer of flavour complexity — the seasoned coffee casks contribute dark coffee and chocolate notes without overwhelming the whisky.

The bottle is packaged in material made from recycled coffee grounds from Arabica production — a design that is sustainable from core to capsule.

Tasting notes

Nose

Rich espresso and dark chocolate with roasted coffee and sherry sweetness. Dates and dried fruit with vanilla and orange zest in the background.

Palate

Intense and full — coffee, dark chocolate and raisin. The sherry carries the fruitiness while the coffee note offers a fresh bitterness that balances the sweetness.

Finish

Long and rich with espresso, creamy chocolate and a flash of orange. The bitterness fades and leaves a warm, lightly sweetened oak finish.

Specifications

Name: Macallan Harmony Collection Intense Arabica
Distillery: Macallan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 44%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Sherry casks incl. Arabica coffee casks
Edition: Harmony Collection
EAN no.: 5010314312114

Flavour profile

Coffee-seasoned · Sherry-matured · Dark chocolate · Intense and rich

Did you know?

The packaging for Harmony Intense Arabica is made from recycled coffee grounds. Macallan works with coffee partners to collect and pre-treat the grounds, which are then compressed into the box material. It is not just a design gesture — it is part of the collection's concept of circular use of natural ingredients.

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Macallan Quest was made for those who move. A Travel Retail exclusive designed for the airport shop, but with enough substance to stand up at home. Now discontinued — but still to be found.

Expert description

Macallan Quest is a discontinued Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky with no age statement (NAS), bottled at 40%. Quest was launched in 2018 as a replacement for the 1824 Collection in the Travel Retail segment and is matured in four cask types: ex-bourbon casks, sherry seasoned European oak casks, sherry seasoned American oak casks and hogsheads. The combination creates an expression with fruity freshness and lightly spiced sweetness — accessible and well balanced.

As a NAS whisky, Quest is designed for consistency rather than vintage depth. It is a whisky that works without demanding anything of the drinker.

Tasting notes

Nose

Soft and welcoming with ripe mandarin and apricot. Vanilla sugar, toasted oak and a light spicy hint in the background.

Palate

Ripe mandarin and dried fruit with cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. Caramel sweetness runs through the middle.

Finish

Long and elegant with sweet vanilla, discreet oak and a soft touch of spice.

Specifications

Name: Macallan Quest
Distillery: Macallan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 40%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Ex-bourbon casks, sherry seasoned European and American oak casks and hogsheads
Edition: Travel Retail exclusive (discontinued)
EAN no.: 5010314305093

Flavour profile

Fruity · Lightly spiced · Sweet · Accessible

Did you know?

The Quest Collection replaced the legendary 1824 Collection in airports in 2018, but the series has now been discontinued and replaced by new Travel Retail expressions from Macallan.

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Mahogany in the glass. Warm spices in the air. Macallan Sienna carries its colour with pride — not a choice, but a promise of what sherry oak can do when given time to leave its mark.

Expert description

Macallan Sienna 1824 Series is a discontinued Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky matured exclusively in Spanish sherry casks — European and American oak — and bottled at 43%. It was part of Macallan's 1824 Collection, which used colour as a guide to intensity: Gold, Amber, Sienna and Ruby. Sienna was the third most intense expression in the series, and its deep terracotta hue reflects a long and richly sherried life in cask.

The collection has been discontinued, making Sienna a sought-after bottle for collectors and Macallan enthusiasts. The powerful sherry-driven flavour notes are undeniable.

Tasting notes

Nose

Dried fruit and orange marmalade with prunes, dates and dark chocolate. Rich sherry with cinnamon, nutmeg and a hint of smoke.

Palate

Full and sweet with fig, raisin and caramelised orange. Warm spice with ginger, clove and dry oak.

Finish

Long and warm with dark chocolate, dried fruits and a soft oak bitterness. Sherry sweetness carries through to the last.

Specifications

Name: Macallan Sienna 1824 Series
Distillery: Macallan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 43%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Spanish sherry casks (European and American oak)
Edition: 1824 Series (discontinued)
EAN no.: 5010314101206

Flavour profile

Sherry-matured · Rich dark fruit · Spiced · Discontinued collector's bottle

Investment potential

High — Macallan Sienna is from the discontinued 1824 Series and is no longer available from the distillery. Collectors and Macallan enthusiasts actively seek these bottles, and secondary market prices reflect the series' rarity and prestige.

Did you know?

The 1824 Series used the colour of the whisky as a sort of menu for intensity — no age statement, just colour as the guide. Sienna represented the second deepest shade in the series, and the colour came entirely from sherry cask maturation, not from colouring.

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A British tea company from China meets a Scottish distillery from Speyside. Macallan and Jing Tea set out to find what Phoenix Honey Orchid Oolong and the complexity of sherry casks have in common — and found more than either perhaps expected.

Expert description

Macallan Harmony Collection Jing is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky bottled at 43.9%, created in collaboration with Jing Tea. The whisky is inspired by Phoenix Honey Orchid Tea — an oolong tea from the mountain range of the same name in China's Guangdong province. Harmony Collection Jing is the fifth release in the series and combines Macallan's cask maturation with the world of tea sensory.

The result is a whisky with an unexpected floral-fruit complexity — something between the classic depth of sherry and the light, floral character of tea. A whisky that is fun to taste and even more fun to discuss.

Tasting notes

Nose

Summery peach and apricot with the heady sweetness of floral honey. Tropical fruits, toffee and sweet oak. Red currants and raspberries, followed by dried dates and light orange peel.

Palate

Fresh peaches in rich syrup with warm citrus and toffee. Light floral notes leading to a delicate leafy astringency. Ginger and clove with milk tea warmth, soft vanilla and polished oak.

Finish

Fruity, sweet and complex. Baking spices with soft pepper, aromatic clove and cassia. Light cocoa and a faint espresso note at the close.

Specifications

Name: Macallan Harmony Collection Jing
Distillery: Macallan
Region/Country: Speyside, Scotland
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV: 43.9%
Size: 70 CL
EAN no.: 5010314314064

Flavour profile

Floral · Fruity · Tea-inspired · Complex sweetness

Did you know?

Phoenix Honey Orchid Tea, which inspired this whisky, is grown on high mountain slopes in China's Guangdong province and is one of the most sought-after and expensive oolong teas in the world.

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Glen Garioch belongs to the kind of spirit whisky people speak of quietly, with respect.

Expert's description

Macbeth Angus 31 år Glen Garioch Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 54,6% is a Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in american oak & first fill bourbon cask and bottled at 54,6%.

The whisky is distilled at Glen Garioch and independently selected and bottled by Livingstone as part of the Macbeth – Angus, The Thanes series.

Only 600 bottles were released from this batch, making it an exclusive release for collectors.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose opens with light smoke, honey and coconut.

Palate

On the tongue you find spice, vanilla and caramel.

Finish

The aftertaste is long and warm, with gentle sweetness from American oak and light smoke.

Specifications

Name: Macbeth Angus 31 år Glen Garioch Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 54,6%
Distillery: Glen Garioch
Bottler: Livingstone
Region/Country: Highland
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 31 years
ABV: 54,6%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American Oak & First Fill Bourbon Cask
Number of bottles: 600
Edition: Macbeth – Angus, The Thanes
EAN no.: 5060880922897

Flavour profile

Bourbon-matured · Soft · Sweet

Investment potential

Medium. The Macbeth series is illustrated by Sir Quentin Blake in collaboration with Elixir Distillers, and with 31 years of maturation and only 600 bottles, Angus is a sought-after collector's item.

Did you know?

Glen Garioch, in Aberdeenshire, is known for having reused waste heat from distillation to warm local greenhouses.

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Some bottles tell an entire story in the name alone. Macbeth First Murderer 18 år The Isle of Mull Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50,5% is one of them.

Expert's description

Macbeth First Murderer 18 år The Isle of Mull Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50,5% is a Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in american oak & hogshead and bottled at 50,5%.

The whisky is distilled at Tobermory and independently selected and bottled by Livingstone as part of the Macbeth – First Murderer, The Murderers series.

Only 2100 bottles were released from this batch, making it an exclusive release for collectors.

Tasting notes

Nose

On the nose you meet malt, citrus and light oak.

Palate

On the tongue you find sea salt, light oak and spice.

Finish

The aftertaste is medium in length, with mild sweetness and malt.

Specifications

Name: Macbeth First Murderer 18 år The Isle of Mull Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 50,5%
Distillery: Tobermory
Bottler: Livingstone
Region/Country: Isle of Mull
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 18 years
ABV: 50,5%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American Oak & Hogshead
Number of bottles: 2100
Edition: Macbeth – First Murderer, The Murderers
EAN no.: 5060880923092

Flavour profile

Fruity · Soft · Classic · Smoky

Did you know?

Tobermory is the only distillery on the Isle of Mull, overlooking the island's colourful harbourfront, one of Scotland's most photographed views.

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Three figures bent over a cauldron in the mist, a prophecy whispered out over the heather, and a 19-year-old Ardbeg dressed for the occasion.

Expert Review

Macbeth First Witch 19 Year Old is an Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky from Ardbeg, matured in Pedro Ximenez casks and bottled at 51.7%.

First Witch is the opening bottle in the Witches series, part of Livingstone's wider Macbeth Collection, where every release is named after a character from Shakespeare's tragedy and illustrated by British artist Quentin Blake. Underneath the imaginative label sits an unadulterated Ardbeg, left to rest on Pedro Ximenez casks so it can pull both sweetness and depth from the dark sherry wood. 1,800 bottles of this release were filled.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Tar and peat smoke meet a deep, dark sweetness of dried fig and raisin, with a hint of fish leather in the background.

Palate

Bold and oily, where the smoke is carried by syrupy sweetness, dark chocolate and a touch of salted liquorice.

Finish

Long, dry and smoky, with a final wave of spiced sherry and ash from an old bonfire.

Specifications

Name: Macbeth First Witch 19 Year Old
Distillery: Ardbeg
Bottler: Livingstone
Region/Country: Islay, Scotland
Type: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 19 years
ABV: 51.7%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: Pedro Ximenez casks
Number of bottles: 1,800 bottles
Edition: The Witches – First Witch
EAN no.: 5060880923054

Flavour Profile

Smoky · Sherry-matured · Dark · Spiced

Investment Potential

Medium. A 19-year-old Ardbeg limited to 1,800 bottles, from a sought-after collection with striking artwork, typically draws in collectors as well as drinkers.

Did You Know?

Livingstone's full Macbeth Collection runs to 42 bottles, one for every named character in Shakespeare's play, and First Witch is the very first you meet in the line-up.

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In the shadow of the famous names, Linkwood quietly does its work — consistent, without fanfare.

Expert's description

Macbeth Lady Macduff 31 år Linkwood Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 48,2% is a Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky, matured in american oak & first fill bourbon cask and bottled at 48,2%.

The whisky is distilled at Linkwood and independently selected and bottled by Livingstone as part of the Macbeth – Lady Macduff, The Thanes series.

Only 650 bottles were released from this batch, making it an exclusive release for collectors.

Tasting notes

Nose

The nose opens with honey, ripe pears and coconut.

Palate

On the tongue you find blossom, gentle sweetness from American oak and coconut.

Finish

The finish is short but concentrated, with caramel and blossom.

Specifications

Name: Macbeth Lady Macduff 31 år Linkwood Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 48,2%
Distillery: Linkwood
Bottler: Livingstone
Region/Country: Speyside
Type: Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Age: 31 years
ABV: 48,2%
Size: 70 CL
Cask type: American Oak & First Fill Bourbon Cask
Number of bottles: 650
Edition: Macbeth – Lady Macduff, The Thanes
EAN no.: 5060880922934

Flavour profile

Bourbon-matured · Soft · Sweet

Investment potential

Medium. With 31 years of maturation and only 650 bottles, Lady Macduff is one of the rarer Linkwood releases, reinforced by the Macbeth series' status as an illustrated collector's item.

Did you know?

For decades, most of Linkwood's output went straight into blends such as Johnnie Walker and White Horse, and official single malt releases have historically been rare.

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