Old Pulteney 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Old Pulteney 18 Year Old represents the pinnacle of refinement in this acclaimed coastal distillery’s core range. Matured in American ex-bourbon casks and finished in Spanish Oloroso sherry casks, this expression offers a rich, luxurious, and deeply satisfying single malt, perfectly capturing the maritime essence of Old Pulteney’s windswept northern home in Wick. It is a whisky of exceptional balance, complexity, and elegance — a true connoisseur’s dram.

Tasting Notes:

Appearance: Deep amber with bronze highlights.

Nose: Wonderfully aromatic, offering rich notes of dark chocolate, dried fruit, and creamy vanilla, interwoven with fragrant spices, oak, and a signature salty coastal breeze.

Palate: Full-bodied and velvety. Layers of toffee, baked apple, sultanas, and roasted nuts unfold alongside honeyed malt, sea salt, and a gentle hint of smoky oak. The sherry cask influence imparts depth and richness without overpowering the distillery’s clean, coastal style.

Finish: Long, warming, and complex, with lingering notes of spice, cocoa, dried fruit, and subtle maritime salinity.

Serving Suggestions: Best enjoyed neat to fully appreciate its luxurious depth and balance. A few drops of water will open additional layers of fruit and spice. It pairs beautifully with rich cheeses, dark chocolate, or after a fine meal. An ideal choice for special occasions or as a gift for the discerning whisky lover.

Accolades:

International Spirits Challenge: Gold Medal

Ultimate Spirits Challenge: 96 Points — "Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation"

San Francisco World Spirits Competition: Double Gold Medal

World Whiskies Awards: Highly Commended Highland Single Malt

Technical Details:

Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Region: Highlands (Wick, Scotland)

Age: 18 Years

ABV: 46%

Bottle Size: 750ml

Maturation: Initially aged in ex-bourbon casks, finished in Spanish Oloroso sherry casks

Non-chill filtered: Yes

Natural colour: Yes