There are whisky tastings… and then there are evenings like this.
From the moment guests arrive, it’s clear this is more than just a tasting t’s an encounter with living whisky history. Guiding us through the evening is Richard Urquhart, Sales Director and fourth-generation member of the family behind Gordon & MacPhail. With him comes not only expertise, but a deep-rooted passion and firsthand stories from one of the most respected names in Scotch whisky.
A Treasure Trove from Elgin
The tasting features nine exceptional and well-aged single malts, drawn from Gordon & MacPhail’s almost mythical warehouses in Elgin.
For decades while distilleries closed and the industry struggled Gordon & MacPhail stayed the course. They continued to purchase new-make spirit and carefully fill casks, allowing the whisky to mature in the finest American and Spanish oak. Today, we reap the rewards of that foresight.
Many of the world’s leading whisky writers credit Gordon & MacPhail with helping to keep the flame of single malt whisky alive during its most uncertain years.
Two Tastings in One
As if that weren’t enough, the evening offers two tastings in one.
Alongside the independent bottlings, guests will also experience three remarkable whiskies from Benromach Gordon & MacPhail’s own distillery in the heart of Speyside.
These include exclusive single casks selected especially for the anniversary year rare expressions that few will ever have the chance to taste.
A Private Collection Revealed
Adding an extra layer of exclusivity, our host Michael Madsen owner and Keeper of the Quaich. Will present a selection of extraordinary bottles from his personal whisky collection.
These are not just whiskies; they are pieces of history in a glass.
The Evening’s Line-Up
Highlights from the tasting include:
- Mortlach Distillery 15 Years Old – 46%
- The Glenlivet Vintage 1965 – 43% (bottled 2006)
- Strathisla Distillery Vintage 2009 – 57.5% (1st Fill Sherry Hogshead)
- The Macallan Speymalt 2005 – 58.1% (Single Cask, bottled 2024)
- Benromach 15 Years Old – 43%
- Benromach Vintage 1975 – 54.6%
- Benromach Vintage 2014 – 59.8%
- Ardbeg Vintage 1976 – 40%
- Caol Ila Vintage 2005 – 54.7%
A Journey for the Senses
This is more than a tasting. It’s a journey through time, tradition, and terroir. From the elegant sweetness of Speyside to the smoky depth of Islay, the evening offers a rare opportunity to explore whisky in all its complexity.
It’s a celebration of craftsmanship, patience, and the people who dedicate their lives to creating something that only truly comes into its own decades later.
Slàinte mhath and welcome to an unforgettable evening. 🥃
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