Matured in a combination of first-fill bourbon and first-fill sherry casks, Bladnoch Vinaya hails from Scotland’s Lowland region and is named for the Sanskrit word meaning respect and gratitude. Bladnoch Vinaya was recently awarded Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2025. Bottled at 46.7% ABV.
Editor’s Note: This whiskey was either bought as a sample by The Whiskey Wash or provided to us as a review sample by the party behind it. Per our editorial policies, this in no way influenced the outcome of this review.
Mark Bostock, an integral part of the Mark Littler LTD UK content writing team since 2019, brings a genuine passion for whisky, especially independent bottlings, to his work. His commitment to expanding his knowledge through attending tasting events and building his own collection enriches his contributions, blending expertise with enthusiasm.
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