Lindores Abbey Single Cask (2019 STR Cask #190105), 55.3%

Introduction

Lindores Abbey holds the distinction of being the “spiritual home of Scotch whisky,” with the first recorded whisky distillation in Scotland documented in 1494 in the Exchequer Rolls of King James IV. This single cask expression represents a contemporary continuation of that remarkable 500+ year legacy.

Production Method

• Raw materials: 100% Scottish malted barley, fermented using pure Scottish water from the abbey’s own well
• Distillation process: Double distilled in copper pot stills designed to create a fruity, complex spirit character
• Maturation: Fully matured in a single STR (Shaved, Toasted, Re-charred) wine barrique, cask #190105 from 2019
• Special techniques: The STR cask treatment, pioneered by the late Dr. Jim Swan, involves shaving, toasting, and re-charring wine casks to enhance flavor extraction and complexity

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich dried fruits, chocolate orange, vanilla, and warm spices with subtle wine-influenced red berry notes
• Palate: Full-bodied with layers of dark chocolate, cinnamon, clove, ripe red fruits, and toasted oak, supported by a backbone of malted barley sweetness
• Finish: Long and warming with persistent spices, dark fruits, and subtle wine-derived tannins that slowly fade to leave a pleasant oakiness

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (16-18°C)
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass or Glencairn
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat; a few drops of spring water can be added to open up additional aromatic complexities
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate, dried fruits, aged cheeses, or enjoy as a contemplative after-dinner dram

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 55.3% ABV (cask strength)
• Bottle size: 70cl
• Country/Region of origin: Scotland, Lowlands, Fife
• Certifications/Awards: Produced at the historic site recognized as the “spiritual home of Scotch whisky”

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

This Lindores Abbey Single Cask represents an extraordinary connection to whisky’s origins, offering flavors that bridge five centuries of Scottish distilling heritage with contemporary craftsmanship.

As a single cask bottling from cask #190105, this whisky exists in extremely limited quantities, making each bottle a rare artifact of whisky history that cannot be replicated once gone.

Distilled at the very location recognized by whisky historians and the Scotch Whisky Association as the documented birthplace of Scotch whisky, this expression carries unparalleled historical authenticity.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Whisky experts and historians alike have celebrated Lindores Abbey’s revival as a significant milestone in preserving Scotland’s distilling heritage, with their releases quickly gaining acclaim among collectors.

Enthusiasts who secure bottles from Lindores Abbey’s early production years join a select group of connoisseurs who recognize the importance of supporting this historic distillery’s modern renaissance.

The STR cask maturation technique employed for this whisky was developed by the legendary late Dr. Jim Swan, whose cask expertise has shaped some of the world’s most celebrated modern distilleries.

From Lindores Abbey to You

The Lindores Abbey team has revived whisky production at this historic site after a 500-year hiatus, offering us the chance to taste the results of their dedication to authenticity and quality.

The engaging story behind each bottle connects drinkers to the monks who first distilled aqua vitae in 1494, creating a deeply personal connection to Scotland’s whisky heritage.

By experiencing this whisky, you join a community that spans centuries of whisky appreciation, becoming part of the continuing story of Lindores Abbey—secure your bottle today to taste this chapter of liquid history.