A whisky that feels like a creative spark frozen in time Artist Collective’s Grabuge 1: Ben Nevis 6 Year Old 2014 is bold, expressive, and unapologetically different. This limited release isn't just a bottle, it's a collision of art and malt, a canvas painted in spirit form. Named after the French word “Grabuge,” meaning upheaval or commotion, this dram delivers exactly that: a flavorful riot that shakes up expectations and leaves an impression long after the last sip.

Artist Collective – Grabuge 1: Ben Nevis 6 Year Old 2014
Brand: Artist Collective | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 57.1% | Origin: Highlands, Scotland | Vol.: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: A punchy welcome, ripe bananas, smoky barley, mineral notes, and charred citrus peel, as if someone zested a lemon in the middle of a blacksmith's forge.
Palate: Intense and raw, yet full of contrast, rich maltiness layered with soot, grilled pineapple, and crushed white pepper. A mouth coating texture that delivers both heat and harmony.
Finish: Long and vibrant, smoke and spice dance together, trailing into an earthy, lightly bitter echo that lingers like a final brushstroke.

Production Details:
Distilled at Ben Nevis in 2014 and aged just 6 years, this whisky is deceptively youthful. Matured in carefully selected casks that amplify its wild side, it's bottled at a potent 57.1% ABV, natural color, non-chill filtered. The "Grabuge" series is curated by La Maison du Whisky's Artist Collective, where liquid craft meets visual storytelling.

Perfect For:
A whisky for boundary-pushers and creative souls. Pour this when you're ready to stir up the evening, whether you're starting a new art project, debating over vinyl pressings, or just need something with edge to match your mood.

Expert Notes:
Lauded for its fearless profile, this release has captured attention among indie whisky fans who crave complexity at cask strength. It’s not a dram for the faint hearted, but those who embrace it are rarely disappointed.

Customer Reviews:
“Absolutely wild. It’s like smoke and fruit had an argument, and both won.”
“Ben Nevis turned up to eleven. Rough, raw, and completely brilliant.”
“Didn’t expect to love a 6-year-old this much. Grabuge is right, it’s a flavor riot.”

Interesting Fact:
The label artwork was created in collaboration with visual artists, making every bottle as striking to look at as it is to sip, part of Artist Collective’s mission to merge sensory experiences.

Serving Suggestions:
Enjoy it neat if you're brave, or add a few drops of water to pull forward the fruit and mellow the smoke. Let it sit, its boldness softens and surprises with each passing minute.

Distillery Background:
Ben Nevis, nestled at the foot of Britain’s tallest mountain, is a distillery known for its gutsy, character-driven whisky. Founded in 1825, it has cultivated a cult following for its muscular style and no-nonsense spirit. This collaboration with Artist Collective gives its rugged DNA a new voice, one that’s as much about emotion as it is about craft.