Single Malt

The Glenrothes Octave cask NO: 4939144 has aged for 9 years in oak casks, then spent the final 4 months in a sherry octave cask. This release of only 92 bottles, is bottled at a cask strength of 55.1% , non chill-filtered and naturally coloured.

For many years, Duncan Taylor Scotch Whisky Limited has experimented in the use of differing cask sizes for the maturation of single malt Scotch whiskies. This research stemmed from the simple premises that there is more interaction between the wood and spirit over a short period of time in a small cask than in a large cask, allowing for a faster melding of wood, air and alcohol.

To great delight, the spirit that resulted from this method of maturation demonstrated a depth of quality missing from a larger cask over a similar period of storage. It had become smoother, more balanced and was bursting with character, With its rough edges removed, the taste profile was changed dramatically, becoming akin to a whisky of a much more mature nature or vintage. It was polished, bright and sparkling with intensity.

Tasting Notes

Before Octavation: White pepper, honey, orange juice, apple sauce, creamy.

After Octavation: Plums, creamy toffee, figgy, sweet sherry, toasted oak.

Distilled at Craigellachie in 2008, This Single Cask and Single Malt Scotch whisky has been aged for 15 years in oak casks at the infamous Speyside region; and bottled in 2023 by Duncan Taylor as a part of ''The Octave'' series. 

The Octave Collection is extensive with something for all tastes, be it a single malt, a single grain or a blended malt whisky.

Triple distilled then matured for over eighteen years for a refined whisky. The result: a refreshing Lowland Single Malt whisky with the added infusion of ripe citrus and green tea, the warmth of toasted almonds and the signature smooth, delicate Auchentoshan taste.

Origin : Scotland - Lowland

Size : 70 cl

Is a balanced single malt whisky created by bringing the perfect harmony of two oaks into one exceptional single malt whisky. Sherry seasoned American oak adds delicate vanilla to the subtle spice of European oak, delivering a whisky with a sweeter, warmer taste and character.

Origin : Scotland - Highland

Size : 70 cl

This is a fully rounded single malt in perfect balance, with flavours of fudge, citrus and soft spice.

Origin : Scotland - Highland

Size : 70 cl

Its flavours are mellowed with the warm spice, honey and rich fruit characteristics of the Solera Vat, inspired by the sherry bodegas of Spain and Portugal

Origin : Scotland - Speyside

Size : 70 cl

A richly fruity and full bodied single malt whisky finished in French red wine casks

Origin : Scotland - Islay

Size : 70 cl