This annual five-part series from Glen Scotia celebrates the Campbeltown market cross, a local symbol of storytelling and community. Inspired by the cross’s carvings of saints and mythical beasts, each release highlights a tale of heroism and resilience. This year’s edition, featuring Saint Michael defeating a dragon, is brought to life by artist Joel Holtzman. The whisky, carefully crafted by Glen Scotia’s Master Blender, reflects the spirit of unity and endurance that defines Campbeltown, echoing the town's history of overcoming adversity, like the heroic fight against a fire at Dalintober distillery in 1899.
Tasting Notes by Glen Scotia:Decadently smoky with hints of fiery red candied fruits and berries, the finish is long with a dry spicey end note. A subtle maritime salinity leaves no question which distillery this limited edition hails from.
Matured in select refill bourbon barrels and American oak hogsheads, followed by a six-month finish in first-fill Oloroso sherry casks, Glen Scotia's 21 year old whisky offers a smooth, aromatic profile. Its Oloroso finish imparts floral notes, maintaining rich fruit flavors and subtle maritime hints, embodying a classic Campbeltown character.
Tasting Note by Glen Scotia: Nose: Sweet perfumed oloroso, spiced red apple, peppercorns with a soft signature Campbeltown aromaPalate: Baked red apples, plump raisins, a journey of cloves, star anise, cinnamon and spice. Soft creamy vanilla, toffee and sea sprayFinish: Long, complex and incredibly balanced, with a lingering touch of sea salt and sherry dryness
Originating from a unique Scottish town on the west coast, once known as the 'Victorian Whisky Capital of the World', Glen Scotia embodies the resilience and pride of Campbeltown. It has been a unifying force for its people, especially in hard times. Surviving where about thirty other distilleries did not, it stands as a testament to the community's spirit. The Glen Scotia Victoriana, bottled at cask strength and finished in heavily-charred oak casks, boasts richly-spiced fruit, vanilla, and oak flavours, culminating in a gentle smoky finish.
Tasting Note by Glen Scotia: Nose: Crème Brûlée, melted sugars, caramelised fruits and oakPalate: Roasted sugars, blackcurrants, spiceFinish: Cocoa, dark chocolate, dark fruits
Glen Scotia 15 is a refined single malt, embodying Campbeltown's unique character. Aged in first-fill bourbon and re-fill American Oak casks, it combines smooth vanilla oak tones with spicy, fruity notes of apricot and orange blossom.
Tasting Note by Glen Scotia: The distinctive nose contains understated flavours of sea spray, spicy aromatic fruits, and vanilla wood, all interlaced together.
