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Here we’re highlighting seven of our favourite official scotch releases that are all rated 91 points or more. These are unicorn bottles that are highly rated and limited editions, from some of the most collectable distilleries in Scotland.
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Brora 1972 22 Year Old Rare Malts 58.7%
A legendary Brora distilled during its golden era, this 1972 Rare Malts edition is revered for its wild coastal smoke, dense waxiness, and powerful delivery. Bottled at cask strength for Diageo’s Rare Malts Selection it showcases rich peat, dried fruits, and complex minerality. Serge Valentin awarded it a remarkable 97 points, cementing its status as one of the all-time greats among collectors and connoisseurs.
The Whiskey Wash Price: $10,404 (£7,753) versus £9,300 to £11,000 with other retailers. Buy it here.
Ardbeg 1974 Provenance 1st Release
Distilled in 1974 and the first release of Ardbeg Provenance is iconic. Celebrated for its deeply phenolic, medicinal character layered with tropical fruits and waxy elegance, it captures a now-lost style of Ardbeg. With a WhiskyFun score of 95, it’s a revered expression from a vintage that many enthusiasts consider among the best in Islay’s history.
The Whiskey Wash Price: $4,727 (£3,522) versus £5,700 – £7,000 at retail elsewhere. Buy it here.
Bowmore 1973 21 Year Old
This 21-year-old Bowmore, distilled in 1973, offers a snapshot of the distillery’s famously floral and tropical profile of the era. Rich mango and passionfruit notes blend with gentle coastal peat and soft smoke. Scoring 91 on WhiskyBase, it reflects the charm of 1970s Bowmore before the heavier perfumed style of the late decade took hold. A graceful, evocative dram.
The Whiskey Wash Price: $1,506 (£1,122) versus £1,200 – £1,600 at retail elsewhere. Buy it here.
Springbank 1966 Local Barley Cask No. #479
An extraordinary single cask Springbank distilled in 1966 using local barley, this bottling has become a touchstone for complexity and provenance. Cask #479 offers an exceptional balance of oily texture, farmyard funk, citrus zest, and maritime salinity. Scoring 95 on WhiskyBase, it’s a masterpiece from a golden age of production and remains one of the most sought-after Springbanks ever bottled.
The Whiskey Wash Price: $7,385 (£5,503) not available at retail elsewhere. Buy it here.
Macallan 1980 18 Year Old Gran Reserva
Part of the revered Gran Reserva series, this 1980 Macallan was matured in the richest sherry casks available. It delivers deep layers of dark chocolate, fig, dried orange peel, and warming spices. Scoring 91 on WhiskyBase, it’s admired for its luxurious texture and intensity, standing as a superb example of Macallan’s sherried style at its most opulent.
The Whiskey Wash Price: (£2,852) versus £6,250 – £8,500 at retail elsewhere. Buy it here.
Glen Garioch 1968 29 Year Old
Distilled in 1968 and bottled at cask strength, this Glen Garioch 29 year old offers an old-school, robust Highland profile. Expect earthy peat, leather, tobacco, and mature orchard fruit wrapped in a waxy texture. With a score of 92 on WhiskyBase it remains a cult favourite among aficionados seeking distinctive character from a bygone production era.
The Whiskey Wash Price: $2,872 (£2,140) versus £2,300 – £3,250 at retail elsewhere. Buy it here.
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BenRiach 1966 38 Year Old
A long-aged BenRiach distilled in 1966, this 38-year-old expression showcases stunning complexity. Gentle wood smoke, stewed fruits, leather, and spice unfold over a silky, balanced palate. Rated 91 on WhiskyBase, it represents a refined, contemplative Speyside dram that captures the elegance of long maturation without overwhelming oak influence — a testament to the distillery’s hidden vintage gems.
The Whiskey Wash Price: (£2,775) versus £3,750 at retail elsewhere. Buy it here.
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