North of Scotland 50

NORTH OF SCOTLAND

50 YEARS OLD SINGLE GRAIN SCOTCH WHISKY

Cask Number: 16948
Region: Lowlands
Vintage: 19736
Bottled Year: 2024
Strength: 45.6%
Bottles: 90

Distilled in 1973 and matured for half a century, this exceptional 50 Year Old North of Scotland Single Grain Scotch Whisky is a rare relic from one of Scotland’s most elusive closed distilleries. Bottled in 2024 at a cask strength of 45.6% ABV, this whisky hails from the Lowlands and showcases the refined elegance and enduring complexity that only decades of patient maturation can yield. Drawn from a single Ex-bourbon barrel, with just 90 bottles available worldwide, it is an exquisite expression of time, craft, and character—housed in a bespoke oak display, a tribute to the legacy of a bygone era.

$914.99

REGION: Lowland

This whisky distilling region encompasses the rolling hills and fertile farmlands of southern Scotland, with a northernmost boundary line that lies roughly along the site on which Roman Emperor Hadrian chose to build his wall in AD 122. The malts that are produced in the distilleries south of this line tend towards being light in colour, with mellow fruitiness, and a dry finish as a result of the predominant use of unpeated malt. The region is also home to some closed distilleries, such as Rosebank, whose spirit is now highly prized, as supplies dwindle. The produce of this region is mainly destined for blends, with five out of seven operating grain distilleries found in this region.

Distillery: North of Scotland

The North of Scotland Distillery, established in 1957 in the town of Cambus, was a short-lived yet historically significant grain whisky distillery. Known for its unique character and rare expressions, it produced high-quality grain spirit using continuous stills before ceasing operations in 1980. Today, its remaining stocks are cherished by collectors and connoisseurs alike, offering a rare glimpse into Scotland’s mid-20th-century distilling heritage. With each sip, North of Scotland whisky tells the story of innovation, tradition, and the fleeting nature of greatness.

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