Lochlea, Fallow Edition – Second Crop, 46%

Introduction

Lochlea Distillery is located in the heart of Ayrshire in south-west Scotland – on the farm where Scotland’s national poet Robert Burns once lived and found his poetic voice. Fallow Edition – Second Crop is a tribute to the rhythm of agriculture, where “fallow” symbolises the resting of the fields after harvest, and “Second Crop” refers to a new vintage of this seasonal release, capturing the melancholic and warm atmosphere of autumn.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Scottish barley grown in the Ayrshire region, closely tied to the farm’s own agricultural traditions and local terroir
• Distillation process: Traditional pot still distillation at Lochlea Distillery, which opened in 2021 and quickly established itself as one of Scotland’s most exciting new distilleries
• Maturation: Matured exclusively in ex-Oloroso Sherry casks, which lend the whisky rich, fruity and spiced notes alongside a deep and inviting mahogany colour
• Special techniques: Bottled at 46% ABV without chill filtration, preserving the full flavour profile and ensuring a natural and authentic whisky experience

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Dark chocolate, red berries and rich sherry notes mingle with warm autumnal nuances and delicate hints of dried fruit
• Palate: Full-bodied and layered with notes of dried fruit, soft leather, anise and delicate rose petals, all underpinned by the characteristic sweetness of the Oloroso casks
• Finish: Long and warming, with lingering notes of spice, dark fruit and a gentle floral touch from the rose petals

Serving Suggestions

• Serving temperature: Room temperature, approximately 18–20°C, to bring out the complex aromas from the sherry casks
• Glass recommendation: A tulip-shaped nosing glass or a Glencairn glass, which concentrates the aromas and elevates the tasting experience
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat or with a single drop of cold spring water to open up the floral and fruity notes
• Food pairings: Pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, aged cheeses, dried fruits and nuts – or as the perfect companion to an autumn evening by the fireplace

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 46% ABV
• Bottle size: 70 cl
• Country/region of origin: Scotland, Ayrshire
• Certifications/Awards: Official bottling from Lochlea Distillery; since opening in 2021, the distillery has received widespread recognition from the whisky press for its high quality and innovative approach to Scottish single malt

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

Lochlea Fallow Edition – Second Crop is an extraordinary whisky that manages to distil an entire season’s atmosphere into a single bottle – from the resting fields of Ayrshire to the deep, sherry-hued glow in the glass.

As a seasonal and limited release, this Second Crop edition is not a permanent offering, but a snapshot of a particular moment and character that exists in only a limited number of bottles.

Lochlea Distillery, built on the legacy of Robert Burns’ historic farm, combines a deep respect for Scottish whisky tradition with a modern and passionate approach to the craft – recognised by experts and whisky enthusiasts around the world.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Since Lochlea Distillery opened its doors in 2021, whisky enthusiasts and professionals worldwide have turned their attention to Ayrshire, praising the distillery’s ability to produce mature and complex expressions in an impressively short space of time.

By choosing Fallow Edition – Second Crop, you join a growing community of whisky lovers who appreciate authentic craftsmanship, terroir-driven production and the unique story that only Lochlea can tell.

The widespread recognition of Lochlea as one of Scotland’s most promising new distilleries is reflected directly in the glass – in the form of a whisky with a depth and character that far exceeds the distillery’s young age.

From Lochlea Distillery to You

The team behind Lochlea has poured their heart into every step of the production process – from barley grown on the historic Burns farm to the carefully selected Oloroso Sherry casks – to bring you a whisky that truly tells a story.

There is something warm and inviting about a whisky rooted in a specific place, a specific season and a specific human passion – and this is precisely the feeling Lochlea wishes to share with you.

Let Fallow Edition – Second Crop be your invitation to experience Ayrshire’s autumn in your own glass, and become part of the story of a distillery that is writing its own legend within Scottish whisky.