Independent bottler Boutique-y says it’s on a mission to simplify whisky, announcing a new core range that celebrates the diversity of the category.
The move marks a change of direction from the brand, which for the past decade has focused on sourcing rare and limited liquids.
The lineup comprises single malts from Islay, Speyside, and the Highlands, as well as Blended Grain Whisky and (in acknowledgement of the brand’s Head of Whisky, Sam Simmons), a Canadian Corn Whisky.
Crafted in small 1000 700ml bottle batches, none have been chill filtered or artificial coloured. All have been bottled at 45.8% ABV.
Boutique-y, noted for its graphic labels hand-illustrated by Emily Chappell, was named Independent bottler of the year in the 2023 Spirit Business Awards, with Simmons named Blender of the Year.
The line-up comprises Single Malts from Islay, Speyside, and the Highlands, as well as Blended Grain Whisky and a Canadian Corn Whisky…
The Boutique-y core range in detail
Islay 8 Year Old Single Malt – £41.95
This smoky expression boasts notes of citrus, oak, and earthy peat, courtesy of a marriage of refill casks, both ex-Bourbon hogsheads and ex-Sherry octaves.
Speyside 12 Year Old Single Malt – £44.95
Aged in all new Oloroso casks, this quaffable dram speaks of sherry and leather on the nose, with orchard fruits, spangles and smoky oak on the palate.
Highlands 18 Year Old Single Malt – £84.95
A tasty confection from ex-Bourbon, Oloroso, and Pedro Ximenez casks, drinkers can expect an artful, adult balance of smoke and sweetness.
Blended Grain 30 Year Old Scotch – £74.95
A venerable blending of liquids from ex-Bourbon hogsheads and ex-Sherry refill casks, tasting notes speak of honey, buttery biscuits, and a peppery finish.
8 Year Old Canadian Corn Whisky – £36.95
Matured in Oloroso casks, this expression promises fruity, sherried goodness with hints of toffee, popcorn, almonds, and black pepper.
Glen Moray hopes to temp whisky fans with the latest addition to its Xperience Collection, Forbidden Fruit. This novel single malt is finished in casks that previously held Calvados, the historic apple brandy of Normandy. The whisky continues the Elgin distillery’s long-running interest in cask experimentation. Forbidden Fruit follows earlier Xperience bottlings Phoenix Rising, which…
Travellers to the Scottish Highlands will soon have a new way to experience one of the region’s best-known single malts. From April 27 2026, The Dalmore will reopen its distillery to guests with a completely reimagined visitor experience designed to offer a deeper insight into the craft, heritage and character behind its whiskies. Set on…
The Isle of Raasay Distillery has introduced a new single malt matured exclusively in uncommon American oak. Chinkapin, or Quercus muehlenbergii, is a North American species traditionally used only as a finishing cask. At Raasay, it has been part of the distillery’s maturation programme from the beginning. The Chinkapin takes its position as the third…
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Independent bottler Boutique-y says it’s on a mission to simplify whisky, announcing a new core range that celebrates the diversity of the category.
The move marks a change of direction from the brand, which for the past decade has focused on sourcing rare and limited liquids.
The lineup comprises single malts from Islay, Speyside, and the Highlands, as well as Blended Grain Whisky and (in acknowledgement of the brand’s Head of Whisky, Sam Simmons), a Canadian Corn Whisky.
Crafted in small 1000 700ml bottle batches, none have been chill filtered or artificial coloured. All have been bottled at 45.8% ABV.
Boutique-y, noted for its graphic labels hand-illustrated by Emily Chappell, was named Independent bottler of the year in the 2023 Spirit Business Awards, with Simmons named Blender of the Year.
The Boutique-y core range in detail
Islay 8 Year Old Single Malt – £41.95
This smoky expression boasts notes of citrus, oak, and earthy peat, courtesy of a marriage of refill casks, both ex-Bourbon hogsheads and ex-Sherry octaves.
Speyside 12 Year Old Single Malt – £44.95
Aged in all new Oloroso casks, this quaffable dram speaks of sherry and leather on the nose, with orchard fruits, spangles and smoky oak on the palate.
Highlands 18 Year Old Single Malt – £84.95
A tasty confection from ex-Bourbon, Oloroso, and Pedro Ximenez casks, drinkers can expect an artful, adult balance of smoke and sweetness.
Blended Grain 30 Year Old Scotch – £74.95
A venerable blending of liquids from ex-Bourbon hogsheads and ex-Sherry refill casks, tasting notes speak of honey, buttery biscuits, and a peppery finish.
8 Year Old Canadian Corn Whisky – £36.95
Matured in Oloroso casks, this expression promises fruity, sherried goodness with hints of toffee, popcorn, almonds, and black pepper.
All are available at Master of Malt, Amazon and at other specialist retailers.
First pour: Glen Moray adds Calvados twist to Speyside whisky and it’s a toffee apple treat
Glen Moray hopes to temp whisky fans with the latest addition to its Xperience Collection, Forbidden Fruit. This novel single malt is finished in casks that previously held Calvados, the historic apple brandy of Normandy. The whisky continues the Elgin distillery’s long-running interest in cask experimentation. Forbidden Fruit follows earlier Xperience bottlings Phoenix Rising, which…
The Dalmore reopens Highland distillery to guests with reimagined Visitor Experience
Travellers to the Scottish Highlands will soon have a new way to experience one of the region’s best-known single malts. From April 27 2026, The Dalmore will reopen its distillery to guests with a completely reimagined visitor experience designed to offer a deeper insight into the craft, heritage and character behind its whiskies. Set on…
Isle of Raasay debuts The Chinkapin single malt whisky matured in unusual Oak casks
The Isle of Raasay Distillery has introduced a new single malt matured exclusively in uncommon American oak. Chinkapin, or Quercus muehlenbergii, is a North American species traditionally used only as a finishing cask. At Raasay, it has been part of the distillery’s maturation programme from the beginning. The Chinkapin takes its position as the third…
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