Sherry Cask Matured Whisky

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Lagavulin

Age: NAS

ABV: 54.5%

Cask: Refill American oak and first-fill ex-bourbon casks

Size: 700 ml

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: BBR (Berry Bros & Rudd)

Age: 40 Years Old

ABV: 46%

Cask: Sherry

Size: 700ml

This Whisky is a 2016 release and a Taiwan Excusive Bottling (for "Hot Malt") with only 1600 bottles being released. Berry Bros & Rudd has reportedly blended a Speyside 40 Years Old Sherry Cask Single Malt Whisky and Grain Whisky for this bottling. 

Berry Brothers & Rudd originally established as a fine wine merchant in the late 17th century received a Royal Warrant from King Edward VII in 1903. Since then BBR has been bottling single malt whisky and even bottled their first ever blend, Cutty Sark, as early as in 1923.

Region: Kagoshima, Japan

Distillery: Kanosuke Distillery

Age: 3 years

ABV: 63% (Natural Cask Strength)

Cask: Sherry

Size: 700 ml

Kanosuke Owners Club is the Kanosuke Distillery's Cask Ownership Program. This non-peated whisky was distilled on 18th June 2020 and aged in a French Oak sherry cask for three years at a natural cask strength of 63% before bottling in 28th July 2023 for MIZUNARA.

One of 22 bottles across Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Yoichi

Age: 12 Years Old

ABV: 55%

Cask: Sherry

Size: 500 ml

One of the Key Malt bottlings from Yoichi, this is the older and 12 Year aged version which is now discontinued.  The Key Malts represent the various styles of Whisky (in this case Sherry & Sweet) which are produced at Nikka Distilleries and are included in the vatting of the various other Single Malts and Blends released by Nikka. Now a rare find.

Rated 86+ on WhiskyBase.

Region: Highlands (Scotland)

Distillery: Glendronach

Age: 19 Years Old

ABV: 55.1%

Cask: Oloroso Sherry Puncheon Cask

Size: 700 ml

A 1995 Vintage Single Cask #1711 special bottling from the GlenDronach distillery, matured for 19 years in an Oloroso Sherry Puncheon Cask for "Tiger's finest selection No.7" and bottled at an impressive 55.1% ABV.

Nose: Golden black pepper combined with prune syrup, cocoa and subtle hints of vanilla and orange blossom. Appearance: Polished cherry wood. Palate: Crisp oak and orange bitters flood through dark chocolate and cedar wood add a warming spiced finish. (Producer's Tasting notes).

650 bottles were released in 2015. The bottle number is for reference only.

Region: Campbeltown (Scotland)

Distillery: Springbank

Age: 10 Years Old

ABV: 55.6%

Cask: Oloroso Sherry Casks

Size: 700 ml

A series of Annual releases distilled in June 2010 from barley grown locally around Campbeltown for producing a 100% Campbeltown Single Malt. This December 2020 release uses the barley type - Belgravia, was grown at the Glencraigs Farm and matured in Oloroso Sherry Casks for about 10 Years. Limited Release of only 8500 bottles. Rated 89+ over 625 votes.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Yoichi

Age: 12 Years Old

ABV: 45%

Cask: sherry cask and various

Size: 700 ml

The Yoichi 12 years has a higher percentage of sherry casks, offering more aromatic complexity than its younger sibling, while keeping  the characteristic peat notes, with both mature oak and delicate floral aromas widening the spectrum.

This series of has received several awards over the years including Gold Medal on IWSC 2017, Double Gold Medal on 2018 Sanfrancisco World Spirits and Best Japaese Single Malt on 2019 World Whisky Awards.

Region: Islay, Scotland

Distillery: Bowmore

Age: 10 Years Old

ABV: 56.9%

Cask: First Fill Sherry Casks

Size: 700 ml

Region: Highlands

Distillery: Glenglassaugh Distillery

Age: 30 Years 

ABV: 42%

Cask: Sherry

Size: 700 ml

Glenglassaugh 30 Years Old is a premium Highland single malt Scotch whisky from the coastal Glenglassaugh distillery. Matured for 30 years in sherry butts, this bottle presented in a distinctive teardrop decanter.

The coastal Glenglassaugh distillery went silent in 1986 and reopened in 2008 and is now operated by Brown-Forman, owners of Jack Daniel’s.

Rated 89.95+on Whiskybase across more than 400+ Ratings. The Bottle No. is for reference only.

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Glenfarclas

Age: 17 Years Old

ABV: 60%

Cask: Sherry

Size: 700 ml

Distilled in 1989 and bottled in 2006, this family cask had an out turn of 600 bottles. Matured in a Sherry Butt, it has been bottled at an impressive 60% ABV. Rich Sherried Whisky.

Region: Campbeltown (Scotland)

Distillery: Springbank

Age: 21 Years Old

ABV: 46%

Size: 700 ml

This Springbank 21 Year is a limited edition bottling matured in 55% Sherry Cask and 45% Port Cask and released in 2022. Rich and complex with some smoke and dark fruits sweetness, salted caramel, ginger and black pepper with subtle mineral notes.

About 3600 bottles are reported to have been released. 

Region: Japan

Distillery: Yamazaki

Age: 18 Years

ABV: 43%

Cask: Ex-sherry cask

Size: 700 ml

A older version of this Yamazaki 18 years.  A big favourite from the Suntory lineup and a highly awarded whisky. Largely matured in ex-sherry casks.

Color: Deep amber Nose: Raisin, apricot, cafe au lait, Mizunara (Japanese oak) Palate: Blackberry, strawberry jam, dark chocolate. Finish: Long, spicy, smooth and a fair amount of cloves, cardamom and cinnamon. (Suntory's Tasting Notes) 

Whiskyfun gave this 90 points.  Supreme Champion Spirit award at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) in 2025, SWSC Double Gold Medal in 2005, IWSC Trophy in 2006 and ISC Gold in 2007. This is bottled prior to 2018.

Please note that the image is for reference only. The box shows some wear and tear due to the age of these older release bottlings. The specific bottle may either be a Japanese domestic release or an overseas release as per the various images.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Yamazaki

Age: 18 Years

ABV: 43%

Cask: Ex-sherry cask

Size: 700 ml

A older version of this Yamazaki 18 years.  A big favourite from the Suntory lineup and a highly awarded whisky. Largely matured in ex-sherry casks.

Color: Deep amber Nose: Raisin, apricot, cafe au lait, Mizunara (Japanese oak) Palate: Blackberry, strawberry jam, dark chocolate. Finish: Long, spicy, smooth and a fair amount of cloves, cardamom and cinnamon. (Suntory's Tasting Notes) 

Whiskyfun gave this 90 points.  Supreme Champion Spirit award at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) in 2025, SWSC Double Gold Medal in 2005, IWSC Trophy in 2006 and ISC Gold in 2007. This is bottled prior to 2018.

Please note that the image is for reference only. The box shows some wear and tear due to the age of these older release bottlings. The specific bottle may either be a Japanese domestic release or an overseas release as per the various images.

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Port Ellen (Closed)

Age: 25 Years

ABV: 46%

Cask: Sherry

Size: 700 ml

Distilled in the Winter of 1983 (most likely in the first few months of 1983 before the Port Ellen Distillery closed permanently in May 1983) at Port Ellen and matured in a Sherry Butt for 25 Years, this rare single malt was bottled by Douglas McGibbon & Co in Autumn in 2008. "On the nose, this Port Ellen is oceanic with seaweed, iodine and a character of fresh leather. The palate opens with rich smoke and creasote and develops sweetness with burnt caramel. The finish remains sweet with bonfire ashes and cloves" - Bottler Tasting Notes.

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Glenfarclas

Age: 40 Years Old

ABV: 43.7%

Cask: Sherry

Size: 700 ml

Released by the family owned Glenfarclas Distillery, this Collector Series comprise, six extremely exclusive Whiskies, each representing one of six generations of the Grant Family which has continued to own the Distillery. This bottling is the sixth one of the series and comes in a black box adorned with a metal coin featuring the portrait of George S Grant. Distilled in 1976 (the birth year of George S Grant) and bottled on 19th May 2016. 

This bottle has been signed by George Grant, the sixth generation of the Grant Family who has been at the helm of Glenfarclas since 2000. 

Only 1500 bottles were released. Rated 92+ on Whisky base (by over 25 reviewers).

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Strathisla

Age: 40 years

ABV: 43%

Cask: Refill Sherry Butt

Size: 700 ml

A rare and vintage Speyside single malt whisky from Strathisla distillery, distilled in 1972, matured in Refill sherry butt #503270 and first-fill sherry hogshead #8518 for 40 years, and bottled by Gordon & Macphail for the licensed label bottling series in 2013. A total of 921 bottles were released. 

Please note the condition of the bottle, fill level and the box. Additional images available on request. Sold in "as is" condition. 

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Balvenie

Age: 30 Years

ABV: 47.3%

Cask: Traditional American Oak/European Oak

Size: 700 ml

An old presentation (released around 2013) bottle of "The Balvenie 30 Year Old", crafted by malt master David Stewart by vatting Whisky matured in traditional and European oak casks. In our opinion this is indeed a masterpiece and showcases the skills of the malt master in creating a beautifully balanced and impressive aged whisky bottled at a higher ABV of 47.3%. Rich dark chocolate, hints of plum, marzipan and caramelized pear.

This series has been a Gold Medal winner at the 2004 IWSC and the 2013 release won a Gold Outstanding at the IWSC and Best Speyside Single Malt at the World Whiskies Awards 2013.

Region: Islay, Scotland

Distillery: Lagavulin

Age: 25 Years

ABV: 51.7% (Natural Cask Strength)

Cask: Sherry

Size: 700ml