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The beauty of Scotch Whisky actually becoming a legal 'thing', way back in the 1820's is, there's quite a lot of 'old' Scotch Whisky, kicking about. How much? It's really difficult to say and as over the years, the Scotch Whisky Distillery landscape has seen more Owners, than the Conservative Party has had leaders, it'll probably remain this way. Industrial Secrets. Because of the myriad Owners, over the Centuries, The Scotch world also has an incredibly complex 'who owns what?' scenario, where the household name Distillery might NOT own all (or any) of the ludicrously expensive old Casks, associated with their name. It's complicated. Very complicated. Think 'Loan Deals', in the English Premier Football League. Who pays what and is the 'Star' doing all the 'heavy lifting' really yours? It's 2024, and as just one single Cask might be worth a Seven-Figure sum, they're not just forgotten things, sitting at the back of a dark old Dunnage Warehouse, somewhere. They're incredibly valuable assets. Romantic as it might be, the stories of 'discovered/forgotten casks' are usually VERY wide of the mark. Scotch Whisky is a business and if you were running a Distillery, which just 'discovered' a few million quid's worth of Stock, you'd forgotten about, you'd probably get fired. The prosaic and romantic world of Scotch Whisky usually isn't. The added fillup though is, there's going to be MORE 50 year old Scotch, next year. And the year after that. And the year after that... What's also for sure is that each of these releases will become more prevalent and each will be an entire, £multi-mllion Industry, all by itself. I've been lucky enough to have tasted 50 year-old Scotch and it's very nice indeed. Is it a heck of a lot better than 25 year old Scotch and is it worth the premium? I'm not so sure! So, it's just as well nobody will be drinking it... #ScotchWhiskyTruths

5 20 Year Old Whiskies For Your Collection High-age-statement whiskies are highly sought after by collectors. By virtue of their age, these whiskies are rarer and often more valuable than younger or lower-age-statement spirits. The prestige, investment potential, and rich history tied to these bottles make them the crowning jewels in a whisky collector’s arsenal. To help you discover some high-age-statement whiskies for your collection, we've curated a list of some of our favorite 20 Year Old whiskies available at The Whiskey Wash Shop. From official bottlings to independent releases, scotches to bourbons, and cask finishes to cask strength expressions, these 20 Year Old whiskies will be valuable additions to any collection.

Like it or not, the future of Scotch Whisky, in the Global Market, is that of a 'lifestyle' product. It doesn't really matter if we ban all Advertising in Scotland, like they've done in Norway, in every aspect of society, people want better stuff. We're fast competing in a #DrinkLessDrinkBetter culture that's been heading this way, since I first used that hashtag, at the very beginning of the UK's First Accredited Scotch Whisky Training, The Whisky Ambassador. This was over 10 years ago now and if you look at the myriad releases of 'Old and Rare' Scotch, it's very clear that there IS a Market for a bottle of Whisky that costs the same as a Car. However, the simple truth is, ANYWHERE can make exquisite, expensive Whisky. The trick is, convincing people the Scotch Whisky STILL is the Gold Standard. In the grand scheme of things Scotland is a tiny place, with a finite number of very famous Distilleries, so making things 'exclusive' shouldn't be too hard. I'm a HUGE supporter of The Scotch Whisky Association and one of the masterstrokes they were involved with, was making Scotch Whisky a thing that has stringent controls and MUST be made in Scotland. This has guaranteed exclusivity in Scotch and it's one of the reasons why Sales are so big and we have such a buoyant Industry. NOW is the time to secure it. #ScotchWhiskyTruths

Independent bottlers are hugely important to the scotch whisky industry. With the freedom to vat, blend, and experiment, the variety that these bottlers bring to the table cannot be overstated. We have all heard of the classics, but which indie bottlers should you be keeping an eye on? In Philip Dwyer's latest article, he takes you through some of the most exciting independent bottlers on the market right now, and the amazing drams that you can expect from them. https://lnkd.in/eavGPNj3

🥃 Spotlight on Highbury Classic – Award-Winning Whisky That Redefines Excellence 🥃 Highbury Classic Whisky is making waves in the spirits industry, blending the boldness of American bourbon with the elegance of Scottish whisky. Crafted by the master blender Charles Victor, this premium whisky has already earned recognition with a Bronze Medal at the IWSC - Club Oenologique Competition. Distilled in Goa and infused with passion, Highbury Classic offers a sophisticated flavour profile—rich caramel, oak, and a hint of peat—that sets it apart from the competition. It’s not just a whisky; it’s a journey through time and tradition, bottled for your enjoyment. Praised for its smoothness and balanced flavours by both connoisseurs and casual drinkers alike, Highbury Classic’s packaging and presentation also reflect the care and craftsmanship that goes into every bottle. Already available across India, Colombia, and Bolivia, Highbury Classic is poised for further expansion into new markets. This whisky is a must-have for any discerning distributor or hospitality provider looking to offer something truly exceptional. 👉 What makes an award-winning whisky for you? Share your thoughts below! #HighburyClassic #WhiskyLovers #IWSCWinner #PremiumSpirits #B2B #GlobalDistribution #HospitalityIndustry

5 Rare Scotches From The 1970s Old and rare scotch whiskies have, undoubtedly, exploded in value in recent years, thanks to their appeal to collectors. For avid scotch whisky collectors, bottles like these offer valuable glimpses into the history of the scotch whisky industry. So, here are five awesome bottles of scotch whisky from the 1970s, each offering something different to a scotch whisky historian, and all available on The Whiskey Wash Shop. https://lnkd.in/eHM7hx6x

Have you ever held, or even better, tasted a whisky from the 1950’s? This fine old bottle is almost 75 years old, bottled in the post war years, into a world recovering and eager to enjoy the finer things in life again. One of the few Macallan bottles to feature a screw top, which you can see hasn’t helped the fill level over those 70+ years. The Pure Malt designation is a term prohibited in Scotch whisky today due to its ambiguity. In the post war years when blended whisky and grain whisky were commonplace, Pure Malt was used to describe whiskies that today we would simply refer to as Single Malt. Typically multiple casks from a single distillery blended to perfection. Though later years would see Pure Malt used to describe any whisky that contained only whisky distilled from malted barely, including blended malts (malt whisky from more than one distillery) - this dual distinction is where the ambiguity of the term stems from. This is a special old Macallan, not quite yet lost to history and still telling its story over 70 years on. #macallan #scotch #maltwhisky #puremalt #oldandrare #rarewhisky #whiskyhistory #singlemalt #spirits #branding #design #whiskybottle #whiskycollection Tailored Spirits Co.

Most expensive whiskies sold!! Whiskey lovers and collectors are always in search of that perfect bottle—one that merges rarity, craftsmanship, and flavour in a way few spirits can. Here are 5 of the most expensive whiskies 5️⃣ Dalmore is known for its rare and luxurious whiskies, and their 62-year-old bottle set the market on fire, selling for ₹3.6 Crores. Only 12 bottles were ever made. 4️⃣ This rare Glenfiddich was made to honor Janet Sheed Roberts, the last remaining grandchild of Glenfiddich’s founder. One of only 11 bottles, it sold for ₹5.1 Crores. 3️⃣ Japan’s most expensive whisky is the Yamazaki 55-Year-Old. A limited release of only 100 bottles, this whisky sold for around ₹6.6 Crores, making it the priciest Japanese whisky ever. 2️⃣ The Macallan makes an appearance. This 60-year-old whisky from 1926 is part of its iconic Fine & Rare collection, selling for ₹22 Crores. It's one of only 14 bottles in the world! 1️⃣ The Emerald Isle Collection by The Craft Irish Whiskey Co. features a rare 30-year-old Irish whiskey paired with a Fabergé egg and a 22k gold timepiece, priced at an astonishing ₹23 Crores. Would you ever spend this much on a bottle? Let me know in the comments! #sonalholland #masterofwine #whiskeylovers #whiskeyenthusiasts #expensivewhisky 

A whisky region in Scotland is defined as an area with at least three whisky distilleries. Campbeltown on the Mull of Kintyre (also known because of a certain song) has three distilleries and is therefore one of the five whisky regions.

A whisky region in Scotland is defined as an area with at least three whisky distilleries. Campbeltown on the Mull of Kintyre (also known because of a certain song) has three distilleries and is therefore one of the five whisky regions.