Scotland takes center stage this week with a wave of notable releases. From Glenfarclas’s jaw-dropping 70-year-old single malt to a rare 38-year-old Laphroaig and a fresh chapter at Arran. Bladnoch keeps things creative with the second release in its experimental series. And for a global twist, Thailand makes whisky history with its first single malt going international.
Here are the four scotch (and one world whisky) stories you need to know about this week.
1. Glenfarclas Releases 70 Year Old Single Malt, Its Rarest Yet
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Glenfarclas has just set a new benchmark in age-statement whisky with the release of a 70-year-old single malt, its oldest and most exclusive bottling to date. Distilled in November 1953 and matured in a single sherry cask for seven decades, this release is limited to just 256 bottles and priced around £20,000.
With notes of stewed fruits, dark chocolate, and Speyside peat, it captures the essence of traditional whisky-making. Only a handful will ever taste it. Read more here.
2. Thailand Makes Whisky History with Prakaan Single Malt
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In a groundbreaking move for world whisky, Thailand has launched its first-ever premium single malt: Prakaan. Produced by the Kamphaeng Phet-based Prakaan Distillery, the Tribura Series includes Select Cask, Double Cask, and Peated Malt expressions, all bottled at 43% ABV.
Flavors lean toward tropical, with notes of caramelized pineapple, citrus, and subtle smoke. Initially available in the UK, France, and Germany, Prakaan is poised to expand globally later this year. Thailand’s entrance into the whisky world is official, and promising. Get the full story.
3. Bladnoch’s Wave II Explores ‘Distillery & Spirit’
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Bladnoch has released the second bottling in its five-part Wave series, this time highlighting the essence of the distillery itself. “Wave II: Distillery & Spirit” is a Lowland single malt matured in a mix of re-charred and first-fill bourbon barrels before being finished in an Amontillado sherry tun.
With notes of pear drops, baked pineapple, and ginger snaps, it’s a vibrant and textured whisky limited to 1,817 bottles. At just under £125, it’s also the most accessible of the series so far. Find out more.
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4. Laphroaig Dives into Its Archive with a 38 Year Old Release
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Fans of Islay peat have something special to celebrate: Laphroaig has unveiled a 38-year-old single malt as part of its Archive Collection. Distilled in 1985, this whisky spent decades in ex-bourbon casks before being finished in oloroso sherry hogsheads and butts.
It’s bottled at 41.3% ABV and delivers rich layers of dried fruit, salted caramel, and crystallized ginger, all wrapped in that signature Laphroaig smoke. Only 400 bottles are available worldwide, with a price tag just north of $4,000. Explore the full release.
5. Arran’s Lochranza Distillery Celebrates 30 Years of Independence
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On June 29th, Arran’s Lochranza Distillery will officially mark three decades since its stills first ran in 1995. One of the most successful independent distilleries of the modern scotch revival, Lochranza is still family-owned and continues to produce award-winning single malts alongside its sister site, Lagg.
A limited 30-year-old commemorative release is planned for later this year, with just 300 bottles available exclusively at the distillery. It’s a celebration not just of whisky, but of vision, independence, and perseverance. Get the full backstory.
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