In the heart of Speyside, Craigellachie has built a quiet legend on bold, muscular malts that stand apart from the region’s typically softer style. This 31 Year Old is the pinnacle of that craft, a rare release that stunned the whisky world when it was crowned Best Single Malt in the World at the 2017 World Whiskies Awards. Three decades in oak have transformed its robust spirit into an extraordinary tapestry of flavour, offering both power and elegance in every sip.

Craigellachie 31 Year Old 70cl – “WWA 2017 – Best Single Malt of the World”
Brand: Craigellachie | Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 52.2% | Origin: Speyside, Scotland | Vol.: 70cl

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Rich tropical fruits, beeswax, and antique leather, layered with hints of baked pineapple and toasted almonds.
Palate: Full bodied and silky, with flavours of ripe mango, crème brûlée, and delicate smoke, balanced by a backbone of malt and oak spice.
Finish: Exceptionally long, with lingering notes of honeycomb, candied citrus, and soft tobacco.

Production Details:
Aged for 31 years in carefully selected oak casks, bottled at cask strength to capture its natural character, and released in extremely limited quantities.

Perfect For:
Seasoned whisky collectors, celebratory toasts, or as the crown jewel in a connoisseur’s cabinet.

Expert Notes:
This is Craigellachie at its most refined, complex, deeply layered, yet retaining the bold backbone that defines the distillery’s DNA.

Customer Reviews:
“A whisky experience unlike any other, worthy of its title.”
“Powerful yet graceful, with endless depth.”
“Every sip tells a different story.”

Interesting Fact:
Craigellachie’s uniquely sulphur-rich malt comes from using traditional worm tub condensers, giving its whisky a weight and texture rarely found in modern production.

Serving Suggestions:
Best enjoyed neat in a wide-bowled glass, allowing the layers of aroma and flavour to unfold slowly over time.

Distillery Background:
Founded in 1891, Craigellachie has remained fiercely individualistic, known for crafting muscular Speyside malts that challenge expectations. The 31 Year Old is a shining example of their uncompromising style elevated to world-class status.