A rare 50-year-old with bold and elegant power filled from its oldest stills
Introducing Mortlach 50-Year-Old, the last release from the coveted Singing Stills series by Mortlach, a Speyside distillery with over 200-year legacy. With over 60 bottles available globally, this vintage Scotch Whisky is a reflection of Mortlach distillery’s audacious nature, filled with the last spirit to emerge from its original direct-fire stills. Crafted in a single cask, this remarkable bottling redefines luxury in whisky.
The Singing Stills series epitomises Mortlach distillery’s unyielding commitment to boldly push the boundaries of whisky-making, offering a collection of exceptionally rare single cask expressions, each meticulously handpicked from history. Encased within each bottle lies an unparalleled example of Mortlach’s best kept secret – the unique 2.81 distillation process, known as ‘The Way’. During this unique process, the copper stills at Mortlach reverberate with a whimsical hum, unveiling fragments of its revered legacy with every harmonious vibration.
Mortlach 50-Year-Old is a tale of power and elegance, woven from a single refill American Oak hogshead cask. Concealed within Mortlach distillery’s original warehouse, this precious cask lay undisturbed for half a century, undergoing a slow journey of refinement.
Metamorphosing through five decades, this unique expression unveils the distillery’s deepest secrets. Its complexity is a delicate balance of sweetness and opulent richness, with surprisingly fruity vibrant notes enveloped in a protective shroud of spice. Unfettered by the dominance of the wood, each sip invites the connoisseur to embark on a journey of discovery into the depths of this extraordinary expression.
Master Blender, Dr. Craig Wilson comments:
“Upon finding the last remaining casks, I was intrigued by the potential impact of an extended maturation process on Mortlach’s umami essence. Mortlach 50-Year-Old exceeded all expectations. This is the best example of the distillery’s wild character, tamed by nature over time. An exceptional and fascinating expression and a fitting tribute to Mortlach distillery’s history of doing things in a unique and pioneering way”.
This limited-edition release will be globally available at RRSP of 30,000 USD (excluding duty and taxes). More information on the purchasing details of this bottling is available at www.mortlach.com