NEW - Lochlea Red Wine Cask 46% Single Malt Scotch Whisky 2025 Release 70cl
Lochlea's Red Wine Cask release is the first in a series of annual releases inspired by the finishing of their mature spirit in red wine casks. Each year will bring a different expression of red wine, inspired by the casks they believe best complement their style.
For this first release, the team have taken their whisky matured in 1st-fill Bourbon barrels, then finished in carefully selected Grenache casks. The result is a bright, fruit-forward whisky bursting with summer berries, strawberry shortcake, and sweet vanilla, finishing with spiced biscuits and rich oak. This first edition sets the tone for a vibrant and evolving series of red wine cask finishes.
Lochlea’s Red Wine Cask expressions will sit alongside the new Single Estate core range of single malts — a permanent collection that reflects their commitment to quality, provenance, and character. Each expression is crafted from Lochlea's own barley, distilled and matured entirely on-site in the heart of Ayrshire, Scotland.
70cl
ABV 59.8%
Net weight: 1.6kg
Tasting Notes
Nose: Bright, fresh pink berries, sweet and floral, some oak and tannins
Palate: Fresh, juicy red fruits, particularly berries and cherries, sweet vanilla and almond flavours like a strawberry shortcake
Finish: Finishing with rich oak, cereal, tannins and spiced biscuits
Lochlea Distillery
Lochlea is an independently owned distillery under the management of ex-Laphroaig Distillery Manager John Campbell. Having built up one of the top ten Scotch brands in the world over the past 27 years, John brings a wealth of knowledge and a burning ambition to help Lochlea fulfil its potential.
Of course, whisky isn't a one-man game, and John is part of a talented and committed team of experts at Lochlea who handle everything from production to PR, all headed up by the most important staff member, Indiana Bones (Indie).
Since the distillery was first commissioned in 2016, the team and their drams have gone on to win countless awards, including "Brand Innovator" and "Single Estate" at the Icons of Whisky Awards 2024 and a Gold Medal from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2023 for their debut core expression, 'Our Barley'.
Alongside their unique, modern approach to whisky making, Lochlea is also rooted in Scottish history. Robert Burns called Lochlea his home throughout his formative years, from 1777 through until his father’s death in 1784. By day, Burns worked hard on the farm and in the evening, he enjoyed the company of his friends, debating at the Bachelors Club in nearby Tarbolton. This location has inspired the honest, passionate and progressive nature of Lochlea whisky.
