Summary: Invergordon Whisky

Company history

• Invergordon Single Grain Scotch Whisky Distillery was founded in 1959 and began production in 1961.
• The town of Invergordon is named after a local ruler, Sir William Gordon, and developed into a trading and later maritime port town in the early 1900s.
• The distillery is known as the northernmost grain whisky distillery in Scotland and has produced Highland Single Grain for over six decades.
• The company marks its long tradition with a focus on quality and craftsmanship across its range.

Production details

• Mashbill: a unique recipe consisting of corn, malted and unmalted barley, and locally sourced Scottish wheat.
• Stills: enormous column stills (over 50 feet tall) with high contact between the distillate and the alcohol vapour, resulting in a smooth and refined spirit.
• Production follows the Single Grain concept: whisky is produced at a single distillery and may consist of a blend of different grains (malted or unmalted), not necessarily barley, and reflects a lighter and mellower character.
• Wood handling: use of the highest quality American oak – both first-fill and refill Bourbon casks. First-fill highlights vanilla and caramel; refill adds subtle wood and spice notes.
• Water source: Loch Glass – an old freshwater lake with granite filtration.
• Aged casks: the whisky is aged primarily in American white Bourbon casks (ex-Bourbon casks), which gives a creamy character and rich mouthfeel.
• Long history in production: Invergordon has been producing Highland Single Grain for over six decades and offers three age variants.

Whisky products

• Range: Invergordon offers a range of Single Grain Scotch Whiskies across different aged variants (14, 18 and 21 years).
• 14-year-old Invergordon:
• Nose: vanilla cream, coconut, green apple and a sweet nutty note.
• Palate: coconut, vanilla, sugared almonds and a sweet grain note.
• Finish: apple harvest, vanilla, freshly baked bread and soft wood-spice.
• Description: A 14-year-old whisky with a smooth and creamy character from American ex-Bourbon casks.
• 18-year-old Invergordon:
• Nose: candy sugar, sweet vanilla, gooseberries and sweet cinnamon.
• Palate: custard, roasted coconut, crisp apple fruits and a hint of mango.
• Finish: apple pie, tropical fruits, cinnamon and licorice.
• Description: An 18-year-old whisky with a creamy character and a rich mouthfeel.
• 21-year-old Invergordon:
• Nose: crème brûlée, fresh lime zest, sugared almonds and ginger.
• Palate: sugared almonds, gingerbread, apple fruits and red licorice.
• Finish: vanilla, soft caramel, apple fruit and red licorice.
• Description: A 21-year-old whisky with a creamy character and a full, rounded mouthfeel.

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• What is Single Grain Whisky?

• Single Grain Whisky is made from water and malted barley and can include additional grains (typically wheat, corn, etc.).
• Distilled at a single distillery and must be aged for at least three years.
• Can be distilled in a copper pot still, column still, or hybrid still; “single” refers to the distillery source rather than the grain itself.
• The philosophy “Single Grain, Our Way” indicates that Invergordon has been producing Highland Single Grain for over six decades and claims a unique signature flavor.

Tasting notes

• Invergordon 14: creamy vanilla, coconut and green apples; grain sweetness; finish with apple, vanilla and wood notes.
• Invergordon 18: candy sugar, vanilla and apple fruit with a spicy finish of cinnamon and licorice; creamy mouthfeel.
• Invergordon 21: crème brûlée, lime, almonds and ginger; caramel and vanilla in the finish; round and full-bodied finish.

Events and news

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Philosophy and values

• Focus on quality and craftsmanship evident through the distillation method (large column still to a smooth character), use of high-quality American bourbon casks and wood aging, and a long tradition of Highland Single Grain production.
• Aiming for a “signature taste” and a palate that reflects maturation in ex-Bourbon casks, giving vanilla, caramel and creamy notes.
• The length of the production (over 60 years) underscores a commitment to continuity, tradition and expertise within a distinct whisky segment.