Ladyburn 27 years 1973 - 2000 Vintage Single Cask #1590

Ladyburn Distillery, part of William Grant & Sons, was founded in 1966 in Girvan (Ayrshire) and closed again in 1975. With a lifespan of just nine years, Ladyburn is one of Scotland’s most elusive and mythical distilleries.

This 27-year-old single cask release from 1973, bottled in 2000 from cask #1590, is an extraordinary collector’s item. With only a handful of bottles ever released, it offers a rare glimpse into a distillery lost to history.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Elegant and refined with ripe peach, honey, soft vanilla and delicate floral notes.

Palate

Rich and rounded with dried fruits, toffee, caramel, roasted nuts and subtle spice.

Finish

Long, silky and complex with lingering fruitiness and a touch of oak.

A historic whisky that captures both the palate and the imagination, making it a true treasure for collectors.

Ladyburn Distillery

Ladyburn Distillery was located in Girvan, on the south-west coast of Scotland, in the Ayrshire region. Founded in 1966 by William Grant & Sons, Ladyburn was a so-called "distillery within a distillery," located within the larger Girvan grain distillery. This made Ladyburn unique in that it operated as a separate malt distillery within a large-scale grain production environment.

Ladyburn's history is short but interesting; the distillery closed as early as 1975, leaving it in operation for only nine years. As a result, Ladyburn whiskies are extremely rare and sought after by collectors.

A specific feature of Ladyburn was the production of single malt whisky using traditional copper pot stills. Ladyburn whiskies were known for their smooth and delicate character, with aromas of citrus, honey and light floral notes. Due to its short operational period and limited production, Ladyburn whiskies are a rare find today, representing a fascinating piece of Scotch whisky history.

Please note

This bottle was bottled a long time ago. Please be careful when opening. The closure may have deteriorated. The item is sold as photographed and described. We do not accept any liability for the condition of the closure.