BORN IN
SCOTLAND
500 Years in a Glass
Scotch whisky has been crafted in Scotland for over 500 years. The earliest known record comes from 1494, when a monk was noted distilling aqua vitae — the “water of life”.
What started in monasteries soon flowed into the hands of farmers, smugglers, and eventually master distillers.
What makes Scotch so special isn’t just the ingredients or the method — it’s the connection to place, tradition, and time.
Every dram tells a story shaped by Scotland’s landscape, weather, and generations of dedication.
MADE IN SCOTLAND
What is Scotch?
Scotch is whisky made in Scotland. It has to follow specific rules to earn the name, and every region brings something a little different to the glass.
RULES FOR SCOTCH
The Rules
- Must be made in Scotland
- Aged at least 3 years
- Distilled below 94.8% ABV and bottled at no less than 40% ABV
- Matured in oak casks
- No additives other than water and caramel coloring
TYPES OF SCOTCH WHISKY
Quick Definitions
Single Malt – Made from malted barley at one single distillery.
Blended Malt – A mix of single malts from different distilleries.
Single Grain – Made with grains other than barley, from one distillery.
Blended Grain – A blend of grain whiskies from multiple distilleries.
Blended Scotch – A mix of malt and grain whiskies, often the most widely sold style.
HOW IT’S MADE
The Process
Malting – Barley is soaked, sprouted, dried (sometimes over peat).
Mashing – Ground grain is mixed with water to extract sugars.
Fermentation – Yeast turns sugar into alcohol.
Distillation – Usually twice distilled in pot stills (some use three).
Aging – Minimum of 3 years in oak casks, often much longer.
5 PRIMARY REGIONS
Regions and their Basic Flavors
1. Highlands – Balanced, often fruity or peaty.
2. Lowlands – Light, grassy, and floral.
3. Speyside – Rich, sweet, often sherried.
4. Islay – Bold, smoky, and briny.
5. Campbeltown – Salty, complex, with a coastal punch.
MUST-TRY SCOTCH WHISKIES
FROM THE WHISKYX
BLENDED
Cutty Sark Blended Scotch
Cutty Sark is a blended Scotch whisky known for its light and smooth profile. Launched during the Prohibition era, it was created to challenge conventions and offer a whisky that could be enjoyed in various settings. Its unique maritime heritage and mellow taste make it a distinctive choice among Scotch whiskies.
Dewar’s Blended Scotch
Dewar’s is known for its signature double-aging process, which creates an exceptionally smooth and balanced blend. With over 150 years of history, the brand offers a range of award-winning whiskies including White Label and aged expressions like the 12 and 18 Year Old. Rich notes of honey, vanilla, and dried fruit define the character of Dewar’s whiskies.
SINGLE MALT
Ardbeg Single Malt Scotch
Ardbeg is a revered Islay single malt, celebrated for its intensely peaty and smoky character. Crafted on the remote Scottish Isle of Islay, Ardbeg has been recognized as one of the most awarded smoky single malt Scotch whiskies in recent years. Expressions like Ardbeg Ten Years Old showcase a balance between bold peat and underlying sweetness, offering a complex and memorable tasting experience.
Bruichladdich Single Malt Scotch
Bruichladdich Distillery, located on the Isle of Islay, is known for its commitment to transparency and innovation. Producing a range of single malts, including unpeated, heavily peated, and super-heavily peated expressions, Bruichladdich emphasizes provenance, with a focus on local ingredients and traditional distilling methods.
Glen Moray Single Malt Scotch
Glen Moray has been crafting single malt Scotch whisky in the Speyside region since 1897. Known for its approachable and well-balanced expressions, Glen Moray offers a range of whiskies that showcase the distillery's commitment to quality and tradition.
Glenmorangie Single Malt Scotch
Founded in 1843 in the Highlands of Scotland, Glenmorangie is celebrated for its elegant and floral single malt whiskies. The distillery is known for its tall stills, which contribute to the whisky's smooth and refined character. Glenmorangie's commitment to innovation and craftsmanship has made it a favorite among whisky enthusiasts.
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