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Strathclyde is a grain whisky distillery located in the heart of Glasgow, operational since 1927. It utilizes Coffey Stills (continuous stills) to produce high volumes of grain spirit, making it one of Scotland’s most essential sources of grain whisky. The distillery is managed by Chivas Brothers and primarily supplies spirit for blended whiskies like Ballantine’s.
While Strathclyde does not offer official bottlings, its spirit is occasionally released as single grain whisky by independent bottlers such as Signatory and Duncan Taylor. These limited casks typically reveal gentle notes of vanilla, toffee, and light grain sweetness. Though often under the radar, Strathclyde remains a vital player in Scotland’s whisky industry.
Duncan Taylor began in 1938 as a U.S.-based spirits importer before evolving into one of Scotland’s most respected independent bottlers. It holds a prized inventory of casks acquired during the 1960s and 70s, many from now-silent or hard-to-access distilleries. The company is known for bottling at cask strength and avoiding chill filtration to present whisky in its purest form. Its key brands—such as Black Bull, The Octave, and Smokin’—offer a range of distinctive styles, appealing to both collectors and serious whisky drinkers.
The Octave range stands out for its use of miniature 50-liter casks to re-mature whiskies, intensifying complexity and depth in a short period. Duncan Taylor maintains a strong focus on traditional craftsmanship while also refining its maturation and selection techniques, cementing its reputation in the world of premium, small-batch independent bottlings.
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