The Gauldrons Sherry Cask Edition takes the windswept mystery of Campbeltown and wraps it in rich, sherried depth. Bottled at 46.2% and non-chill filtered, this 2023 Limited Edition is a small-batch malt that leans into stormy seas, dark fruits, and maritime complexity, a tribute to Scotland’s most enigmatic whisky region.

The Gauldrons Sherry Casks Campbeltown Malt – 2023 Limited Edition
Brand: The Gauldrons (by Douglas Laing) | Category: Blended Malt Scotch | ABV: 46.2% | Origin: Campbeltown, Scotland | Vol: 700ml

Tasting Profile
Nose: Dark and rich, bursts of raisins, burnt sugar, sea spray, and damp oak fill the glass with an old-world allure.
Palate: Bold and layered. Dates, treacle, roasted nuts, and smoky spice dominate, balanced by a briny minerality and velvety mouthfeel.
Finish: Long and warming. Hints of antique leather, black cherry, and coastal peat drift into a dry, satisfying fade.

Production Details
This limited edition release is fully matured in Spanish sherry casks, a rare twist for The Gauldrons series, known for its coastal Campbeltown profile. The sherry adds a brooding sweetness and richness, creating a darker, more luxurious take on the maritime malt.

Perfect For
Evenings that demand atmosphere, candlelight, thunderstorms, deep conversations. A dram for introspection, vinyl records, and peat-curious palates.

Expert Notes
Praised for its sherry integration without overpowering the Campbeltown core. A rare, collectible expression from Douglas Laing’s respected Regional Malts series.

Customer Reviews
“Campbeltown with a sherry twist? Yes please.”
“Like a storm rolling in over a whisky warehouse.”
“Dark, moody, and absolutely unforgettable.”

Interesting Fact
“The Gauldrons” means ‘bay of storms’, a reference to the rugged west coast of Campbeltown. It’s named after a windswept bay near Machrihanish, echoing the whisky’s bold, coastal spirit.

Serving Suggestions
Sip neat to capture its full sherried depth. Add a drop of water to open up the fruit and spice layers. A perfect pairing with aged cheese or dark chocolate truffles.

Distillery Background
Created by independent bottler Douglas Laing, The Gauldrons is part of their “Remarkable Regional Malts” lineup, each bottle a curated tribute to Scotland’s unique whisky regions. This sherry cask edition adds a rare richness to the signature Campbeltown style, making it one of the most compelling Gauldrons releases to date.