Strathclyde 1994 31 Year Old "The Independence"

Strathclyde is Glasgow’s historic single grain distillery, founded in 1927 on the banks of the River Clyde and now part of the Chivas Brothers grain whisky operation. The distillery has no official bottlings of its own, so independent releases like this one offer a rare chance to taste its whisky as a single grain in its own right, prized for its silky texture and refined sweetness after long ageing.

Vintage: 1994 | Bottled: 2025 | Age: 31 Years Old

Cask No: 455316 | ABV: 41.1%

A sister cask to “The Motherland,” this 31-year-old Strathclyde offers a slightly lower ABV, suggesting a delicate, “old-school” Scotch experience where the subtle nuances of the grain are allowed to shine without being overpowered by heat.

• The Profile: At 41.1%, expect a silky, ethereal mouthfeel. Notes of crème brûlée, dried apricot and soft sandalwood provide a sophisticated, lingering finish.

• The Presentation: Titled “The Independence,” the label features a vibrant male pheasant, representing bold individuality and spirit.

• Exclusivity: An even rarer sibling to Cask 455311, this release yielded just 158 bottles — a perfect counterpart for collectors looking to compare the minute differences between two casks from the same vintage and age.

Region: Lowland (Glasgow)  |  Style: Single Grain  |  ABV: 41.1%  |  Size: 700ml  |  Cask: 455316