1. North British 18 Year Old

• ABV: 48.4%

• Tasting Notes: As a single grain whisky, North British is typically lighter and a bit sweeter. This expression, aged 18 years, tends to have notes of caramel, vanilla, and gentle oak. Expect touches of coconut, a soft creaminess, and maybe hints of citrus. There could also be light spices from the oak cask.

2. Aberfeldy 8 Year Old

• ABV: 46%

• Tasting Notes: Aberfeldy is known for its honeyed sweetness. This younger Aberfeldy might have fresh notes of orchard fruits, like apple and pear, along with hints of honey, vanilla, and a malty backbone. You may also find gentle spices and a light floral note on the finish.

3. Craigellachie 15 Year Old, Single Cask

• ABV: 48.4%

• Tasting Notes: Craigellachie is famous for a bit of sulfur influence, giving it a distinctive meatiness or smokiness. At 15 years and single cask strength, expect robust flavors like stewed fruits, light smokiness, hints of leather, and a rich malt character. Notes of dried fruits and toffee may be present, along with a touch of oak and a slightly waxy texture.

4. Orkney’s Finest 8 Year Old, Single Cask

• ABV: 46%

• Tasting Notes: Likely a Highland Park or Scapa, this “Orkney” single cask would carry a coastal, lightly peated profile. Expect flavors of gentle smoke, sea salt, heather honey, and vanilla. The age suggests it may be fresh and lively, with notes of green apple and a soft, peppery spice on the finish.

5. Caol Ila 8 Year Old, Single Cask

• ABV: 46%

• Tasting Notes: Caol Ila is known for its clean, coastal peat profile. This young expression would likely have bright notes of smoky peat, seaweed, and citrus. Lemon zest, olive brine, and fresh sea air are common tasting notes, along with hints of smoked meat and a dry, slightly ashy finish.

6. Rock Island Cask Strength

• ABV: 54.6%

• Tasting Notes: Rock Island is a blended malt that combines several island distilleries, so it has a characteristically coastal and smoky profile. At cask strength, expect a bold, punchy flavor with lots of peat smoke, sea salt, and possibly hints of sweet tropical fruit. You may find notes of charred oak, iodine, brine, and a touch of vanilla.