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Whisky 1901
Announces Five New Releases in The
Ledger Series
Independent whisky bottler Whisky 1901
has announced the release of five new
expressions in The Ledger Series,
expanding its collection of carefully
selected single cask whiskies that
celebrate provenance, individuality and
the distinctive character of some of
Scotland’s most respected distilleries.
Founded with a modern independent
bottling approach and a classic luxury
ethos, Whisky 1901 focuses on sourcing
exceptional casks and presenting each
whisky in a way that honours the
heritage, story and personality of the
distillery behind it.
For many whisky drinkers, including myself, Whisky 1901
may still be a name waiting to be
discovered. As a niche independent
bottler, the company has so far been
recognised primarily for a small number
of ultra-premium releases, including its
highly limited The Collection series.
With The Ledger Series, Whisky 1901
opens the door to a wider audience,
offering whisky enthusiasts the
opportunity to explore exceptional
single cask releases at a more
accessible level while maintaining the
same attention to quality and
craftsmanship.
The Ledger Series takes its name from
the tradition of record-keeping,
reflecting the importance of documenting
each cask's journey from maturation
through to final release. Every whisky
in the range is selected for its
individual character, capturing a
snapshot of flavour, maturation and
distillery style. Each bottling carries
an age statement, with the current range
spanning from 11 to 21 years old.
The series began with the release of the
Miltonduff Aged 18 Years, bottled at the
end of 2025, I haven't had the chance to
taste this or any of the five new Whisky
1901 Ledger Series whisky releases so I
cant comment on their quality but here
is the specifications and producer's
official tasting notes for the five
new expressions bottled in April
2026:
- Dailuaine
12 Year Old
Specifications:
Age: 12 Year Old
ABV: 50.1%
Bottles: 117
Distillery: Dailuaine Distillery
Cask Type: Ex-Bourbon
Cask No: 321539
RRP: £125
A classic ex-bourbon cask Speysider
that is said to showcase Dailuaine's
signature weighty and oily
character. The maturation brings
added depth, complexity and
structure, giving this whisky a
richness that sets it apart from
others of a similar age. A
beautifully balanced and
approachable dram for everyday
enjoyment.
Producer's
Tasting Notes
This sweet and viscous whisky layers
notes of green apple, vanilla
custard, and biscuity malt to create
a palate reminiscent of a baked
tarte tatin, eventually yielding to
warming spices and chocolate in a
sublime, long-lasting finish.
- Tamnavulin
13 Year Old
Specifications
Age: 13 Year Old
ABV: 58.2%
Bottles: 186
Distillery: Tamnavulin Distillery
Cask Type: Ex-Bourbon
Cask No: 1644
RRP: £155
An elegant and expressive
Speyside whisky from the
often-overlooked Tamnavulin
distillery. Described as bursting
with crisp green orchard fruit, this
character is enhanced by the
influence of the quality ex-bourbon
cask, creating a whisky with
impressive depth and refinement. A
13 Year Old that delivers the
complexity and maturity of something
far beyond its years.
Producer's
Tasting Notes
Defined by an elegant, velvety
texture, this fruity whisky evolves
from fresh orchard fruits and
vanilla fudge on the nose to a
palate of baked apple, heather
honey, and gingerbread spice,
concluding with a long finish where
sweet notes meet a lingering, tart
crispness.
- Ardmore 12 Year Old
Specifications
Age: 12 Year Old
ABV: 58.1%
Bottles: 235
Distillery: Ardmore Distillery
Cask Type: Ex-Bourbon
Cask No: 800184
RRP: £150
A rare Highland peated malt that
provides a softer, more refined
alternative to the bold, heavily
peated whiskies often associated
with Islay. The use of Highland peat
brings a beautifully warming smoke
profile, complemented by a
distinctly gentle and floral
character that adds elegance and
balance.
Producer's
Tasting Notes
This delightfully peaty whisky
balances soft, floral smoke and damp
moss with a palate of heather honey
and toffee apple, culminating in a
long, ashy finish where robust
maltiness and a bittersweet grip
linger for an age.
- Glen Garioch
11 Year Old
Specifications
Age: 11 Year Old
ABV: 56.8%
Bottles: 137
Distillery: Glen Garioch Distillery
Cask Type: Ex-Bourbon
Cask No: 6074
RRP: £125
Described as an expressive and
characterful single malt that
perfectly showcases Glen Garioch's
distinctive, robust style. Rich,
chocolatey and layered with
biscuit-like notes, this whisky is
said to deliver impressive depth and
a lingering complexity that
continues to evolve in the glass. A
truly memorable dram with the
potential to become a firm
favourite.
Producer's
Tasting Notes
This big and bold whisky offers a
robust, malty profile reminiscent of
honeycomb and milk chocolate,
transitioning from a palate of
golden syrup and bitter orange into
a long, complex finish driven by
deep, earthy spices like mace and
cassia.
- Invergordon 21 Year Old
Specifications
Age: 21 Year Old
ABV: 56.3%
Bottles: 297
Distillery: Invergordon Distillery
Cask Type: Ex-Bourbon
Cask No: 301986
RRP: £145
Described as a refined and elegant
single grain whisky that perfectly
demonstrates the depth and
sophistication this style can
achieve. Matured for 21 years in an
ex-bourbon barrel, it is said to
have developed a remarkable balance
of richness, smoothness and
character. A true ‘sip and savour’
dram that showcases the timeless
appeal of well-aged grain whisky.
Producer's Tasting Notes
This elegant single grain whisky
balances a nose of coconut and
vanilla with a crisp, tropical
palate and a long, creamy finish
defined by warming spices and a
mouth-watering citrus twist.
Whisky 1901's
Master of Whisky, Matt Chambers, said:
"The Ledger Series gives us the
opportunity to focus entirely on the
cask and the liquid’s personality. With
the range, we’ve handpicked every whisky
not just for its age, but for how it
expresses its own distillery character.
From the richness and depth of the
Miltonduff Aged 18 Years to the vibrancy
and structure found in the Ardmore Aged
12 Years, each cask tells its own story.
Our aim has been to ensure that every
bottling is balanced, distinctive and
genuinely compelling in the glass. And
because each cask bottling is different,
once that cask has gone, it’s gone –
offering a little piece of each
distillery and cask history."
Aaron Damiano Sparkes, CEO of Whisky
1901, added: "Whisky 1901 was founded to
shine a light on exceptional casks,
alongside the people and stories behind
them. As a niche independent bottler, we
believe in giving whisky lovers a
careful selection of drams to enjoy,
alongside genuine transparency, letting
each whisky speak for itself. Our new
collection represents the beginning of
that journey, and we’re proud to
introduce whiskies that reflect the
heritage and character of each
distillery we’ve selected from."
The new Ledger Series releases are
available in limited quantities through
specialist retailers and partners
including Master of Malt and directly
through Whisky 1901, with RRPs ranging
from £125 to £160.
Alongside The Ledger Series, Whisky 1901
continues to develop The Collection, its
ultra-premium annual release series
featuring exceptionally rare casks
selected by Matt Chambers. Previous
releases include the award-winning
Edition One: Glenburgie Aged 35 Years
and Edition Two: Jura Aged 25 Years,
available in extremely limited
quantities.
With future releases planned across both
ranges, Whisky 1901 aims to continue
exploring diverse distilleries, cask
types and flavour profiles, creating a
portfolio that appeals to seasoned
collectors and those beginning their
journey into premium independent whisky.
You will need deep pockets if you want
to taste all 5 of the whiskies, you will find the Whisky 1901 whiskies available from specialist online whisky
shops such as
Master of Malt
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