Speyburn 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Speyburn 18 Year Old is a distinguished and luxurious single malt whisky that showcases the best of Speyburn’s bright, fruit-driven house style, elevated by nearly two decades of maturation. Aged in a combination of first-fill American oak and second-fill Spanish oak casks, this limited-release expression offers remarkable depth, silky texture, and a complex balance of fruit, malt, oak, and spice. It is a sophisticated dram for collectors and connoisseurs alike.

Tasting Notes:

Appearance: Deep gold with copper highlights.

Nose: Rich and aromatic, with vibrant notes of orange zest, honeycomb, dried tropical fruits, and vanilla cream, layered over soft oak, almonds, and gentle spice.

Palate: Full-bodied and elegant. Flavours of caramelised apples, juicy apricot, and candied orange peel are complemented by rich toffee, milk chocolate, nutmeg, and hints of cinnamon and oak char. A seamless integration of fruit, malt sweetness, and refined oak.

Finish: Long, warming, and smooth, with lingering notes of sweet spice, citrus, and gentle toasted oak.

Serving Suggestions: Best enjoyed neat in a wide-bowled glass to fully appreciate its complexity and richness. A few drops of water can reveal further layers of spice and fruit. Ideal as a celebratory dram or luxurious after-dinner whisky, and pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, rich cheeses, or caramel desserts.

Accolades:

Ultimate Spirits Challenge: 95 Points — "Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation"

San Francisco World Spirits Competition: Double Gold Medal

World Whiskies Awards: Gold Medal – Speyside Single Malt 13–20 Years

Technical Details:

Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Region: Speyside, Scotland

Age: 18 Years

ABV: 46%

Bottle Size: 750ml

Maturation: Combination of first-fill American oak and second-fill Spanish oak casks

Non-chill filtered: Yes

Natural colour: Yes

Limited Release: Produced in limited quantities annually