Provenance Macduff 10 Year Old is a limited single cask bottling from Douglas Laing & Co., one of Scotland’s most respected independent whisky houses. Drawn exclusively from a single cask at the Macduff Distillery, this expression captures the coastal vibrancy and malty charm of a Highland single malt in its purest form. Aged for a full decade and bottled without chill filtration or artificial coloring, it’s an honest, unpolished reflection of true Highland craftsmanship, natural, balanced, and distinctly characterful.

Product Details:

Brand: Douglas Laing’s Provenance | Distillery: Macduff | Category: Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky | ABV: 46% | Origin: Scotland (Highlands) | Volume: 700ml

Tasting Profile:

Nose: Bright and aromatic with notes of citrus peel, vanilla, and honeycomb. Gentle maritime hints emerge alongside soft malt sweetness and freshly sawn oak.
Palate: Smooth and lively. Flavors of toffee, green apple, and barley sugar mingle with a touch of spice, sea salt, and creamy oak. A faint nuttiness and coastal freshness round out the mid-palate beautifully.
Finish: Medium-long and clean, leaving behind notes of sweet malt, soft spice, and a whisper of sea breeze.

Production Details:

Distilled at the Macduff Distillery and matured for 10 years in a single refill hogshead, this limited release was bottled as part of Douglas Laing’s Provenance range, a collection dedicated to showcasing single distilleries in their most natural form. Bottled at 46% ABV, non-chill filtered, and with no added color, it delivers the authentic taste of the cask and distillery character, exactly as intended by the blender.

Perfect For:

A perfect choice for enthusiasts of independent single cask whiskies. Ideal neat or with a few drops of water to unlock its coastal fruit and spice nuances. A rewarding addition to any collection, especially for those who appreciate bright, balanced Highland malts.

Expert Notes:

Douglas Laing’s Provenance releases are celebrated for their transparency and craftsmanship, offering genuine single cask experiences at approachable strengths. The Macduff 10 Year Old is admired for its clean Highland fruit, subtle maritime edge, and youthful vibrancy, perfectly encapsulating the spirit of its origin.

Customer Reviews:

“Vibrant and refreshing, a true Highland coastal dram.”   Richard P.
“Soft, fruity, and beautifully natural. Great balance for a 10-year-old.”   Elaine M.
“Exactly what single cask whisky should be, honest and full of life.”   Paul D.

Interesting Fact:

Founded in 1960 near Banff, the Macduff Distillery sits just a stone’s throw from the Moray Firth coast. It’s one of Scotland’s younger distilleries yet has earned a loyal following for its lightly coastal, fruit-driven style, often bottled independently under the name The Deveron.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve neat in a Glencairn glass to appreciate its natural Highland brightness and coastal character. Add a few drops of still water to reveal layers of vanilla, citrus, and oak spice. For a slower sip, serve at room temperature to fully express its single cask depth.

Distillery Background:

The Macduff Distillery, located in the northeast Highlands, is known for producing whisky that bridges Highland sweetness with maritime freshness. Its spirit, distilled through unique, upward-angled stills, develops a distinctive light oiliness and complexity. Bottled by Douglas Laing’s Provenance, this 10 Year Old Single Cask is a limited release that honors the distillery’s youthful vigor and coastal elegance, a whisky of authenticity, transparency, and true Highland soul.