Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers (MSWD) will release its second bottling from Aberargie Distillery in September 2026 with a new limited series called Expressions. The series will debut with two single-varietal whiskies, the Laureate Edition and the Golden Promise Edition.
The bottlings were created to show how barley variety influences the flavor and character of single malt Scotch whisky.
The distillery’s Inaugural bottling sold out. It was produced using a mash bill of 52% Golden Promise and 48% Laureate barley.
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For the new series, the two barley varieties have been bottled separately. The whiskies will be presented side by side, allowing drinkers to compare the characteristics of each.
The release is structured around two pillars of Aberargie’s whisky-making philosophy. Future releases will examine individual elements of the production process.
The Laureate Edition is distilled from 100% Laureate barley. It was matured in 32% first-fill bourbon casks and 68% first-fill sherry casks. Bottled at 48.2% ABV, its official tasting notes from the brand include candied orange peel, dried fruit, and crisp orchard fruit, followed by a honeyed finish.
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READ THE STORYThe Golden Promise Edition is distilled from 100% Golden Promise barley. It was matured in 68% first-fill bourbon and 32% first-fill sherry casks. Also bottled at 48.2% ABV, the whisky offers official notes from the brand of buttery pastry, stewed apples, brown sugar, and baking spices.
Graeme Mackeddie, head of distilling at Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers, said: “The success of our Inaugural release demonstrated the strength of interest in Aberargie and our barley-to-bottle approach. Expressions will allow us to examine the individual factors that shape our whisky and share the results directly with consumers.”
Mackeddie continued: “Barley is fundamental to Scotch whisky production, but its contribution to flavour is often overshadowed by maturation. By bottling Laureate and Golden Promise separately and presenting the whiskies side by side, we can demonstrate the distinctive character of each variety. Laureate reflects the barley commonly grown and used today, while Golden Promise has an important place in Scotch whisky’s history.”
Aberargie operates a barley-to-bottle production model. Both varieties are grown on family-owned farms. MSWD oversees distillation, maturation, and bottling.
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