Bladnoch Vinaya

Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Bottler Distillery bottling

Distillery / brand Bladnoch

Range Classic Collection

Country Scotland

Region Lowlands

Content Size 0.7 liter

Alc/vol 46.7%

Age no age statement

Cask type First Fill Oloroso Sherry and First Fill Bourbon Casks

Flavour Profiles Mild and refined

EAN 5056674500341

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Bladnoch Vinaya

Bladnoch Vinaya is an elegant Lowland single malt whisky that represents the revival of the historic Bladnoch Distillery. The name Vinaya means ‘respect’ in Sanskrit, reflecting a tribute to tradition and craftsmanship. Matured in a combination of bourbon and sherry casks, it showcases Bladnoch’s signature floral and fruity character with a refreshing modern touch.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Fresh and delicate with apple, pear and vanilla, followed by gentle hints of honey, blossom and soft oak.

Palate

Smooth and balanced with flavours of vanilla, honey and fresh citrus. The blend of bourbon and sherry casks adds layers of fruit, malt and subtle spice.

Finish

Medium in length with lingering notes of vanilla, fruit and gentle spice.

A refined and approachable Lowland single malt that bridges tradition and innovation – a graceful expression of Bladnoch’s new era.

Bladnoch Distillery

Bladnoch Distillery is located on the banks of the River Bladnoch in Wigtown, Dumfries and Galloway, in the Scottish Lowlands. Founded in 1817 by brothers John and Thomas McClelland, Bladnoch is one of the oldest working distilleries in Scotland. After several ownership changes and a period of closure in the late 20th century, the distillery was revived in 2015 by Australian entrepreneur David Prior.

A hallmark of Bladnoch is its small-scale, artisanal production, using traditional methods. The distillery has two pot stills and produces a limited amount of whisky, which contributes to the exclusivity and quality of their products. Bladnoch whiskies are known for their smooth and floral flavour profile, often with notes of honey, citrus and light spices. The distillery uses a combination of American bourbon casks and European sherry casks for maturation, ensuring a rich and versatile taste experience.

Bladnoch Distillery stands beside the River Bladnoch near Wigtown, in the south-western Scottish Lowlands. It was founded in 1817 by brothers John and Thomas McClelland, who received a licence to distil whisky on their farm. For almost a century, the business remained in the hands of successive McClelland generations, who expanded production and earned Bladnoch the nickname ‘Queen of the Lowlands’. This family era ended in 1905, followed by a turbulent century of changing owners and repeated production stops. The distillery reopened in 1956 and expanded to four stills in 1966. Arthur Bell & Sons owned Bladnoch between 1983 and 1993, after which Raymond and Colin Armstrong took control.

Australian entrepreneur David Prior purchased Bladnoch in 2015 and began an extensive restoration. Two new pairs of copper stills and six wooden washbacks were installed, allowing spirit production to resume in 2017. Bladnoch is Scotland’s southernmost distillery and the oldest independently owned Scotch whisky distillery. Its real distinction lies in this remarkable survival story: a historic Lowland distillery repeatedly silenced and ultimately rebuilt, while remaining independently owned.