Hepburn’s Choice – Inchgower 8 Year Old (Wine Finish), 70cl
Brand: Hepburn’s Choice (Langside Distillers) | Category: Speyside Single Malt Scotch | ABV: 46% | Origin: Speyside, Scotland | Vol: 70cl
Cask Type: Wine Cask Finish | Age Statement: 8 Years | Edition: Single Cask, Limited Bottling

Intro/Heritage:
Inchgower is one of Speyside’s unsung heroes and in this bold 8-year-old expression from Hepburn’s Choice, it gets a vibrant twist. Finished in a wine cask and bottled at 46%, this limited single cask release marries coastal maltiness with bright, vinous flair. It’s youthful, spirited, and full of character, the kind of whisky that surprises and delights with every sip.

Tasting Profile:
Nose: Lively and layered. Red berries, rose petals, fresh malt, and vanilla custard swirl with hints of grape must and citrus peel.
Palate: Juicy and textured. Raspberry compote, green apple, white pepper, and sweet spice unfold over a firm malty base, with a trace of salinity keeping things crisp.
Finish: Tart and tingling. Redcurrant, honeyed grain, and a gentle herbal note linger with fresh oak and wine tannin.

Production Details:
Distilled at Inchgower and matured in traditional oak before receiving a vibrant finish in a wine-seasoned cask. Bottled at 46% ABV with no chill filtration or added coloring, this release captures the balance between distillery character and bold cask influence.

Perfect For:
Adventurous palates looking for something outside the Speyside norm. A conversation-starter for indie bottler fans, or a great pour to explore the playful side of cask finishing.

Expert Notes:
Inchgower’s naturally spicy, coastal style takes beautifully to wine cask finishing — and this 8YO bottling showcases its personality in full. Youthful energy meets elegant fruit, with just enough grip to keep you intrigued.

Customer Reviews:
🗨️ “Unexpectedly vibrant. The wine cask lifts it without overwhelming the malt.”
🗨️ “Juicy, zesty, and a little bit wild — I’m all in.”
🗨️ “This is what indie bottlings are for — bold, different, and delicious.”

Interesting Fact:
Inchgower is one of the few coastal Speyside distilleries, adding a subtle maritime edge to its spirit — a feature that plays beautifully with fruit-forward cask finishes like this one.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve slightly chilled or neat to highlight its bright acidity and red fruit notes. Add a splash of water to soften the spice and bring out a hint of grape skin. Great with sharp cheeses, cured meats, or dark chocolate with fruit infusions.

Distillery Background:
Built in 1871 near the Moray Firth, Inchgower’s spirit is traditionally used in blends like Bell’s — but indie bottlers like Hepburn’s Choice reveal its robust individuality. This wine-finished 8-year-old is proof that even younger whiskies can pack serious personality — especially when given room to shine.