A bold new collection reimagining iconic Single Malts through innovation, craftmanship and storytelling

Diageo today unveils its highly anticipated 2025 Special Releases Scotch Whisky Collection: Horizons Unbound – a lineup of eight iconic Single Malts, each reinterpreted through unconventional cask finishes, and bold flavour journeys that offer a surprising new taste experiences. This collection invites whisky lovers to experience familiar spirits in new and unexpected ways.

Curated under the guidance of Master Blender Dr. Stuart Morrison, this year’s collection is crafted to captivate two kinds of whisky lovers: those who relish discovery, innovation and craftsmanship, and those drawn to rich storytelling, sensorial experiences, and the joy of sharing something rare. Whether the appeal lies in the technical mastery of a distillery-first experiment, or the emotion sparked by a finish that introduces new and surprising flavour contrasts the Horizons Unbound collection offers a whisky to match every kind of curiosity.

“Horizons Unbound invites whisky lovers to discover bold new takes on some of our most iconic Single Malts. It’s a taste of what happens when we challenge the concept of what whisky can be. This is a collection that proves exceptional whisky doesn’t just respect tradition – it redefines it.” says Dr. Stuart Morrison, Master Blender at Diageo.

From volcanic rock-toasted casks at Talisker to a mezcal finished expression from The Singleton, each whisky reinterprets its house style in a new light – made to intrigue connoisseurs, collectors and curious explorers alike. These are whiskies crafted for discovery – layered, immersive, and rich in sensory appeal.

• The Singleton of Glen Ord 17YO ‘Into the Blue’ – finished in ex-mezcal and second-fill ex-sherry casks, this whisky delivers notes of bold spice to fruity richness.
• Talisker 14YO ‘Molten Seas’ – matured in volcanic rock-toasted American oak casks, this is an innovative experiment, a first for the oldest single-malt distillery on the Isle of Skye.
• Lagavulin 12YO ‘Grain & Embers’ – rich, bakery-smoke character from Pedro Ximénez/ Oloroso casks brings artesian flair to toasted aromas.
• Oban 12YO ‘Heart of the Harbour’ – matured in ex-bourbon American oak casks, this expression offers notes of toffee, citrus and sea breeze, evoking the warmth and welcome of its coastal hometown.
• Dailuaine 21YO ‘Marbled Treasures’ – matured in Spanish ex-sherry casks, this rare, one-off release reveals robust layers of dried fruit, baked apple and fragrant spice, with a generous mouthfeel.
• Roseisle 14YO ‘Harmonic Grace’ – using a combination of refill and rejuvenated casks makes for a complex expression.
• Clynelish 18YO ‘Waxen Sun’ – use of an early distillation ‘Pineapple Cut’ for tropical waxy character enlivens a sunshine taste.
• Teaninich 8YO ‘Daring Rye’ – a distillery-first experiment using rye and Teaninich’s rare mash filter. This rebellious Single Grain Scotch Whisky delivers bold toffee sweetness, laced with spice and herbal depth from ex-bourbon cask maturation.

The 2025 Special Releases collection will be available in limited quantities from specialist Scotch Whisky retailers and malts.com from 1st October 2025.