Port Dundas 25 yo (1991/2016), Signatory Vintage – Cask Strength, 60.3%

Introduction

Port Dundas 25-year-old is a remarkable single cask release from a historic Glasgow distillery that ceased production in 2010, representing one of the last opportunities to experience the distinctive character of this now-silent producer.

Production Method

• Raw materials: High-quality Scottish cereal grains, primarily wheat and maize, using the traditional Scottish grain whisky production methods
• Distillation process: Continuous distillation in column stills, characteristic of grain whisky production, allowing for a clean spirit with subtle complexity
• Maturation: 25 years in a single hogshead cask, allowing for slow, steady maturation and balanced interaction with the wood
• Special techniques: Bottled without chill filtration or added coloring at natural cask strength of 60.3%, preserving all original character and oils

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich vanilla custard, toffee, butterscotch, and dried fruits with subtle oak spice and a hint of coconut
• Palate: Creamy caramel, vanilla pods, toasted oak, with layers of honey, cinnamon, and baking spices; the high ABV delivers an intense yet balanced experience
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering notes of vanilla, gentle oak, caramelized sugar, and subtle coconut; a distinguished grain whisky complexity that only extended aging can provide

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (16-18°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass or Glencairn glass to concentrate the aromas
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat, though a few drops of spring water can help unlock additional complexity and tame the high ABV
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate, caramel desserts, or aged cheeses that complement the whisky’s rich sweetness and depth

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 60.3% ABV (cask strength)
• Bottle size: 70cl
• Country/Region of origin: Scotland/Lowland (Glasgow)
• Certifications/Awards: Highly regarded by whisky collectors and connoisseurs as an exceptional example of aged grain whisky

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

This Port Dundas 25-year-old single grain embodies a level of complexity and refinement rarely encountered in grain whiskies, showcasing what extended maturation can achieve with this underappreciated whisky style.

As Port Dundas distillery closed permanently in 2010, each bottle represents an increasingly rare opportunity to experience this historic Glasgow distillery’s craftsmanship.

Signatory Vintage’s reputation for selecting only exceptional casks ensures this bottling meets the highest standards that serious whisky enthusiasts and collectors demand.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Well-aged Port Dundas expressions have gained significant appreciation among whisky experts who recognize the unique character and value of these limited releases from closed distilleries.

Collectors and enthusiasts who have committed to exploring rare grain whiskies consistently identify these aged Port Dundas bottlings as highlights in their collections.

This bottling continues Signatory Vintage’s tradition of highlighting exceptional whiskies that might otherwise be overlooked, earning praise for bringing attention to the quality potential of well-aged grain whisky.

From Port Dundas to You

Each bottle offers a generous connection to Scotland’s distilling heritage, delivering an experience that would typically be reserved for industry insiders and collectors with access to rare distillery stocks.

The approachable yet complex character of this whisky makes it both impressive to connoisseurs and accessible to those looking to explore premium grain whisky for the first time.

By enjoying this Port Dundas 25-year-old, you’re not just tasting a whisky but becoming part of the legacy of a historic distillery that has shaped Scotland’s whisky landscape for generations—secure your bottle to experience this piece of liquid history.