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This exceptional whisky is created in our unique own special way by blending malt whiskies from different distilleries and differing spirit styles. Each batch is Small, bespoke and distinctively different from the last; blended, married, bottled and hand labelled in our own warehouse where you’ll be glad to know, no artificial colouring of chill-filtration takes place.

From our unique custom built solera system in our warehouse. 

Originating in the sherry and port industries, a solera system involves multiple connected barrels. As whisky is drawn from the last barrel the first barrel is topped up. Our Solera is made up of an ex-Fino sherry quarter cask and two ex-Oloroso quarter casks. Whisky flowing through the system will pick up new, deeper, flavours from these casks.

This is the 4rd batch and now we’re seeing the real benefit from time marrying together in the Solera. There in now a rewarding balance of smoke and sherry with any youthful notes now well into the background.

The tasting revealed - coastal spray, crispy bacon, cinnamon stick, fig, marshmallow, ginger, chocolate cherries and lemon peel.

DISTILLED 15th July 2013 AND BOTTLED 3rd February 2025

The cask yielded only 214 bottles and it was bottled at natural cask strength 56.4%

Founded in 1826, known for producing a robust and complex distillate with nutty, malty, floral and fruity notes. Matured in a first fill ex Bourbon barrel for layers of vanilla and oak.

This highly sought after full bodied Speysider is a joy to work with. Following a few great recent releases finished in oloroso and port casks respectively, we have decided to look at this spirit fully matured in a fresh Bourbon barrel as a great alternative. The result is a delightfully sweet and spicy dram that is dangerously easy to drink.

The taste revealed - apple strudel, wood workshop and honey on toast.

DISTILLED 29th August 2013 AND BOTTLED 31st January 2025

The cask yielded only 123 bottles and it was bottled at natural cask strength 56.6%

A peaty distillate matured in a refill hogshead that leaked during maturation, softening the whisky while reducing the yield.

In his poem, Robert Burns wrote “Such fate to suffering worth is giv’n”, meaning that it can be possible to accomplish great things after suffering. This classic Islay malt is certainly an example of this as it was bottled from a leaking cask unfortunately yielding only 123 bottles. However the unique and special flavours produced due to the amount of air inside the cask are truly great. 

The taste revealed - candy floss, sea salt and wood ash.

DISTILLED 20th January 2013 AND BOTTLED 29th January 2025

The cask yielded only 332 bottles and it was bottled at natural cask strength 60.5%

A heavy bodied distillate with fruit, spice and floral notes. Matured in a refill oloroso butt and then finished in a refill oloroso hogshead for layers of dried fruit.

One of Speyside’s heavier distillates due to its fast fermentation, little reflux on the large stills and the use of 'worm tub' condensers is combined perfectly here in a combination of 2 different ex-oloroso casks. The first 11 years in a very active refill oloroso butt before finishing for over 18 months in our warehouse in an ex-oloroso hogshead turbo charging the sherry influence. 

The taste revealed - Cinnamon doughnut, rich fruit cake and rolling tobacco.

DISTILLED 23rd June 2014 AND BOTTLED 4th February 2025

The cask yielded only 179 bottles and it was bottled at natural cask strength 53.0%

A medium bodied spirit with a strong balance of fruity, floral and spice notes. Matured in a Hogshead and finished in a first fill ex-Madeira wine barrel from Josafer Bodega for layers of walnut and caramel.

Here we have one of Scotland’s largest malt whisky distilleries and known for producing a light and dry spirit that we see as a ‘blank canvas’ to offer additional cask flavours. This spirit spent 6 months final maturation in an ex-Madeira quarter cask where the small size of the barrel allowed for a faster influence of the walnut and caramel flavours. 

The taste revealed - nougat, star anise and mixed spice.

DISTILLED on 7th January 2014 and BOTTLED on 6th November 2024.

Our Christmas release for 2024. Matured in a hogshead and finished in an ex-Pedro Ximenez Octave for 6 months adding sweetness and a distinctly festive character.

Best Wishes to you and your family and we hope you share a dram with us to celebrate Christmas in style.

Tasting revealed - candied ginger, gingerbread with icing and cherry tart.

Samhain Pronounced "SOW - IN" The origins of Samhain are rooted in ancient. Each whisky in the Samhain Series tells a tale steeped in local legend, with evocative labels designed by Edinburgh-based artist and designer Steven Shand, who has over 13 years of experience in the Scottish whisky industry. Shand's intricate artwork and storytelling complement the atmospheric whiskies, capturing a haunting essence of Scotland's past.

●      ‘The Devil Checkmates the Wolf’

Alexander Stewart was born around 1343, son of King Robert II of Scotland. Alexander wielded considerable power and influence and was known as The Wolf of Badenoch. His most notorious of actions during the Wars of Scottish Independence was the burning of Elgin Cathedral. He was known for his aggressive and violent behaviour, often disregarding the law and acting with impunity.

According to legend, Stewart was visited at Ruthven Castle by a tall man dressed in black. The two played chess through the night, with a storm rising when the stranger called "Check" and "Check Mate". The legend says that the next morning the Wolf of Badenoch was found dead in the castle's hall, with his men dead outside the castle walls.

Samhain Pronounced "SOW - IN" The origins of Samhain are rooted in ancient. The series tells a tale steeped in local legend, with evocative labels designed by Edinburgh-based artist and designer Steven Shand, who has over 13 years of experience in the Scottish whisky industry. Shand's intricate artwork and storytelling complement the atmospheric whiskies, capturing a haunting essence of Scotland's past.

●      ‘The Each Uisge of the River Spey’

Almost every large body of water in Scotland has tales of water horses, demons or spirits, and the River Spey is no different.

The Each Uisge is said to be far more malevolent than the Kelpie.

Witnesses describe a horse-like creature with a scaly body and long, thin neck that vanishes as they approach. Legend claims The Each Uisge is a shape-shifter that can appear as a human or a black horse.

It can control the weather and create disorienting mirages, luring victims into the water to drown them.

These stories have been passed down as cautionary tales for those who venture too close to the water's edge.

Samhain Pronounced "SOW - IN" The origins of Samhain are rooted in ancient. Each whisky in the Samhain Series tells a tale steeped in local legend, with evocative labels designed by Edinburgh-based artist and designer Steven Shand, who has over 13 years of experience in the Scottish whisky industry. Shand's intricate artwork and storytelling complement the atmospheric whiskies, capturing a haunting essence of Scotland's past.

●      ‘The Witch of Beinne A’Ghlo’

Legend has it that in the mountains overlooking Blair Atholl Castle, an infamous witch hid amongst the corries and hills. Using their powers, they would shape-shift to take the form of an eagle, a deer or even a raven and terrify local people driving their cattle into mires, riding their horses till they collapsed with exhaustion - and it's claimed it even destroyed a bridge!

"She heard him on her mount of stone: Where on snakes alive she was feeding alone." - Local poem, by unkown author.

The Scottish witchcraft panic of 1597 was a year that saw large-scale witch hunting around Scotland in a time of political and religious instability, with famine blamed on innocents accused of witchcraft.