ISLE OF RAASAY 'Made with Arbikie Barley' Special Release (2025) Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70cl 50.2%

‘Made with Arbikie Barley’ is a special farm-to-bottle collaboration between Isle of Raasay Distillery and Arbikie Highland Estate. Crafted from unpeated Isle of Raasay spirit distilled using Concerto barley grown on the Arbikie farm in Angus, this Hebridean single malt is fully matured in ex-Woodford Reserve Rye Whiskey casks. Bottled at 50.2%, non chill-filtered and natural in colour, it offers a bright, flavoursome twist on the Raasay style, with vibrant fruit, rye spice and herbal notes. A UK-exclusive release with a limited outturn of around 4,000 bottles, it’s a distinctive whisky that celebrates Scottish barley provenance and innovative cask choice.

Country: Scotland

Region: Islands (Isle of Raasay)

Distillery: Isle of Raasay Distillery, Isle of Raasay

Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky

ABV: 50.2%

Maturation: Unpeated Concerto barley spirit grown on Arbikie Highland Estate, fully matured in ex-Woodford Reserve Rye Whiskey casks and bottled just under 6 years old.

Size: 70cl

Non chill-filtered

Natural colour

Limited Edition

UK Exclusive Release

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Bright green apple, caramel and banana with soft vanilla and gentle baking spice. Creamy notes of candied plum and raisin emerge, supported by a subtle herbal lift.

Palate: Warm gingerbread and stewed fruits lead, with brown sugar and hints of rye-like spice. Layers of apple, banana and soft oak sweetness develop, with a touch of pine freshness and a smooth, rounded texture.

Finish: Medium-long with notes of pine sap, mint and dark chocolate, leaving a pleasant balance of sweetness, spice and subtle herbal character.

About the Distillery:

Isle of Raasay Distillery is a small Hebridean distillery located on the remote Isle of Raasay, just off the coast of Skye. Inspired by centuries of illicit distilling on the island, the distillery produces both peated and unpeated spirit, which is then matured in a variety of carefully selected cask types, including ex-rye, wine and virgin oak. With its focus on innovation, sense of place and natural presentation, Isle of Raasay Distillery has quickly gained a reputation for crafting distinctive, layered whiskies that reflect the island’s maritime climate, rugged landscape and rich whisky heritage.

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