ARBIKIE UNVEILS FIRST-EVER SINGLE ESTATE SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY

The Signature becomes the inaugural release in Arbikie’s much-anticipated single malt programme, marking a defining milestone for the independent Scottish farm distillery.

ANGUS, SCOTLAND – September 2026: Arbikie Highland Estate Distillery, the independent Scottish farm distillery, has launched The Signature, its first-ever Single Estate Single Malt Scotch Whisky.

The release marks a defining moment for the family-owned business and for the small team behind it, bringing together more than a decade of whisky making and four centuries of family farming. Launching on the 7^th September 2026, the anniversary of Arbikie’s first ever cask being filled, The Signature lays the foundation for the distillery’s next chapter as the inaugural expression in its long-term single malt programme.

Produced from Odyssey barley grown on the Arbikie Estate in Angus, The Signature was grown, distilled, matured and bottled entirely on the family-owned farm. Matured for ten years in six bourbon casks and bottled at 48% ABV, only 1,000 bottles have been released worldwide, priced at £250 each.

Every stage of production took place on the Arbikie Estate, from barley grown in the family’s coastal fields to cask maturation in the estate’s former dairy warehouses. The result is a single malt shaped entirely by one place and by the people who know it best. The Signature opens with aromas of ripe peach, banana bread and lemon sherbet, leading to notes of brioche, apricot marmalade and citrus, before a finish of creamy vanilla, orange blossom and lingering spice.

“The Signature represents everything our team has been working towards since we filled our first casks ten years ago,” said Iain Stirling, Co-Founder of Arbikie Highland Estate Distillery. “It is our first Single Estate Single Malt Scotch Whisky, but more importantly it demonstrates what can be achieved when every decision, from the barley we grow to the casks we fill, happens on the same estate.

“We have never been interested in releasing a single malt simply because the market expected it. We wanted our first whisky to reflect our farm, our family, our philosophy and the dedication of everyone who has helped nurture it from field to bottle. After ten years of patience, we believe The Signature does exactly that.”

The launch builds on Arbikie’s growing international reputation for premium spirits, sustainability and single-estate distilling. The family-owned distillery is a certified B Corp and was named global Sustainable Distillery of the Year at the Icons of Whisky 2026.

The Signature marks the beginning of Arbikie’s Single Estate Single Malt collection, with future releases planned to explore the whisky’s evolution through age, cask character and the distillery’s field-to-bottle approach. Further details on forthcoming limited releases will be announced separately.

The Signature is available from the 7^th September 2026 at www.thearbikie.com and through Arbikie’s worldwide trade partners.

About Arbikie Distillery:

Arbikie Distillery is an independent, family-owned farm distillery on the Angus coast. Built around a field-to-bottle approach, Arbikie grows key ingredients on the estate and distils, matures and bottles its spirits on site. The distillery is a certified B Corp and was named global Sustainable Distillery of the Year at the Icons of Whisky 2026. Its customers include many of the world’s best resorts, hotels, bars, restaurants and retailers including Aman Resorts, Noma, Jean Georges, Fat Duck, Roka, Hilton, Marriott, Four Seasons, Wholefoods, Harrods, Atlas and the Connaught.www.thearbikie.com

About The Signature:

The Signature is Arbikie Highland Estate Distillery’s inaugural Single Estate Single Malt Scotch Whisky, crafted entirely from Odyssey barley grown on the family’s Angus estate. Distilled in 2016 and matured for ten years in first-fill bourbon casks, it is bottled at 48% ABV.

Nose: Ripe peach, banana bread and lemon sherbet.
Palate: Brioche, apricot marmalade and citrus.
Finish: Creamy vanilla, orange blossom and lingering spice.
RRP: £250
ABV: 48%
Availability: Limited to 1,000 bottles worldwide. Available from 7 September 2026.

Scottish oak and Glengoyne is the perfect match, let us tell you why

Known for their rounded, balanced and naturally fruity character – Glengoyne whisky provides a perfect canvas for Scottish oak which enhances and refines the spirit bringing a drier edge to the signature fruity liquid.  This 17 year old from Glengoyne is the fourth in their acclaimed Oak Masters’ Series, where they explore the world for outstanding virgin oak casks, and for this expression they haven’t had to look very far! The Scottish oak used in the maturation process was sustainably grown and harvested in Killearn, only 5 miles from the distillery – the rare wood is rich in natural tannin and provides structure to the whisky.

Any avid whisky drinkers will be used to seeing whisky matured in American or European wood casks, but maturing in Scottish oak is rare! Our trees grow slowly and with lots of twists, making them tough to turn into casks – but Glengoyne have persevered. Harnessing the natural resources Scotland has to offer, making this release all the more special. On the nose, you’ll find aromas of heather honey, stewed pear and oaty porridge. This opens into a full and beautifully balanced palate, with notes of toasted oak and fresh fruit, followed by a warming spice of ginger and nutmeg. The finish is long, gentle and nutty, with delicate tannins coming through alongside a lingering sweetness and subtle spice.

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Glen Scotia Cask #8 Glen Scotia 33 Year Old 1991 Murray McDavid ULTRA

£2,488.96

Glen Scotia 33 Year Old 1991 is an exceptionally rare and charismatic Campbeltown single malt Scotch whisky, bottled by Murray McDavid for the prestigious ULTRA series. Distilled on 22nd May 1991 and bottled on 17th June 2024, this remarkable whisky spent more than three decades maturing in single cask #8, yielding just 167 bottles at a beautifully balanced 48.7% ABV. Part of Murray McDavid’s celebrated ULTRA collection, this whisky showcases the extraordinary complexity that only time can create. Decades of slow maturation have allowed Glen Scotia’s distinctive maritime spirit to evolve into a richly layered and elegant dram, combining dark fruit richness, coastal influence, spice, and mature oak. This is a rare opportunity to experience a mature Campbeltown whisky from one of Scotland’s smallest and most historic whisky-producing regions.

• 33 year old Campbeltown single malt Scotch whisky from Glen Scotia Distillery
• Distilled 22 May 1991, bottled 17 June 2024
• Matured in single cask #8
• Limited to just 167 bottles worldwide
• Bottled at 48.7% ABV
• Part of the prestigious Murray McDavid ULTRA series

The Glen Scotia 33 Year Old 1991 Murray McDavid ULTRA is a spectacular example of mature Campbeltown whisky, combining rich dark fruit character, maritime complexity, and decades of graceful oak maturation. Deep, sophisticated, and immensely rewarding, it is a rare collector’s whisky and a remarkable expression of one of Scotland’s most distinctive whisky regions.

Nose Baked plum, tamarind spice, dark cherries, and rich chocolate with hints of polished oak and freshly cut cigar.

Palate Robust and complex, revealing flavours of wild berries, juicy raisins, salted caramel, dark fruits, and warming spice.

Finish Long and satisfying, with lingering ripe berries, nutmeg, brown sugar, dried stone fruits, and elegant oak complexity.

Glen Scotia Distillery, founded in 1832, is a historic gem located in Campbeltown, nestled at the foot of the Kintyre Peninsula on Scotland’s stunning west coast. Strategically situated on the south side of Campbeltown’s High Street, it stands beside the former Lochrin and Dalintober Distilleries, with its rear walls gracefully meeting the tides of Campbeltown Loch. As one of only three remaining whisky distilleries in Campbeltown—a region once home to over thirty distilleries—Glen Scotia plays a pivotal role in preserving the area’s rich whisky heritage. The distillery masterfully produces both peated and un-peated single malt whiskies, catering to diverse palates with its expanding range that includes acclaimed expressions like Glen Scotia Double Cask and the Glen Scotia 15 Year Old. Renowned for its commitment to quality and tradition, Glen Scotia Distillery continues to attract whisky enthusiasts and collectors worldwide, solidifying its status as a cornerstone of Campbeltown’s renowned whisky industry.

In-person Diploma in Single Malt Whisky

Demand for our flagship Diploma continues to grow, with immersive whisky education returning to prestigious venues across the United States and London this autumn, alongside our home at Scotland’s beautiful Arniston House. As the appetite for credible whisky expertise reaches new heights, these exclusive in-person Diplomas, taught by Vic Cameron, are the benchmark for enthusiasts and industry professionals looking to advance their knowledge.

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The King Officially Opens Stannergill Distillery

On Wednesday 29th July we were delighted to welcome His Majesty King Charles III to officially open Stannergill Distillery. It is hard to believe it has actually happened – if you had said to us six years ago that this is what we would be doing we would have laughed along with you. The King arrived and was piped into the building by Glenn, our apprentice distiller, before taking a full tour of the distillery.  Watching him walk through the spaces — The Grain Store Restaurant, The Atrium, The StillHouse — and seeing it all through fresh eyes was something quite extraordinary. He described the transformation of the mill as “wonderful” and that made us very happy!

What made the day so very special was that we were able to share it with so many of the people who have been part of this journey. The King took the time to meet them all, and it felt right that they were there — because Stannergill has never been just our story.

And then there were our family and friends — the people who have listened to us talk about this mill for years, who believed in us when the project felt impossibly big, and who have cheered us on every step of the way. Having them all there, in the building, on that day, surrounded by everything we have all worked so hard for — that is the part that is hardest to put into words.

In one of the most memorable moments of the day, His Majesty rolled up his sleeves and personally filled an Oloroso sherry cask with Stannergill new make spirit. That cask is now laid down in the distillery, quietly maturing into what will one day be a very special single malt Scotch whisky — one that belongs to the King himself.

When we mentioned that it would be a few years before it was ready to drink, His Majesty smiled and delivered the line of the day: “I hope I’m still alive to taste it.”

To bring the visit to a close, The King unveiled a commemorative plaque in our Atrium. Every one of our guests was lined up along the grand staircase that circles the Atrium, looking down as the plaque was revealed. Family, friends, craftspeople, historians, investors, supporters — all of the people who have been part of this story, gathered together in the very building they helped to save. It was one of those moments where you look around the room and feel completely overwhelmed by gratitude.

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The Brewer’s Coalition: The Bruery Black Tuesday- Available Now

We’ve partnered with The Bruery to bring you the newest release in our Brewer’s Coalition series — and just six barrels were selected for this limited-edition offering.

Crafted from 100% malted barley, aged over five years in premium ex-bourbon barrels, then finished in Black Tuesday Imperial Stout casks, this expression showcases rich malt character layered with the bold, decadent depth of one of America’s most sought-after stouts.

Aromas of blackberry jam and caramel lead into soft citrus, chocolate, and hints of anise on the palate, with a finish that’s velvety, complex, and enduring.

With only six barrels produced, quantities are extremely limited.

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D&M EXCLUSIVE SINGLE BARRELS!

For several decades now, lovers of American Whiskey have come to D&M for our well-curated collection of highly sought-after selections, including many that are extremely limited, highly-allocated and/or hard-to-find elsewhere. A key component of our sourcing efforts is working closely with the most highly-regarded distilleries, with whom we have built solid, long-standing relationships, to select single barrels from their aging stock that we can proudly stamp our logo on as D&M exclusive offerings. Over the years, we  have procured many such private barrels and, today, are excited to present some of our most recent acquisitions of which we have some remaining stock still available for your consideration. However, we do advise you to act quickly since, once they are gone, as they say, that’s all she wrote!

Of course, if you would like to stay at the forefront of these offerings going forward, we encourage you to consider membership in our Single Barrel Project club. Just click the link for more information and to sign up.

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Here at D&M we are passionate about American Whiskey and Single Malt Scotch. To help make our passions a little easier on your (and our) pocketbook, we have come up with a number of different buying clubs. The purpose of these clubs is to explore these wonderful beverages, trying new things, and to save money. Click HERE to learn more about our club options.

Whisky Show bottlings now on offer

With Whisky Show 2026 on the horizon, we’re looking back at some of our previous show bottlings – now available at special prices. Explore our past highlights including the exclusive Kilchoman 2011 – a beautifully balanced cask-strength Islay whisky with pleasant aromas of apple blossom, white peach and sweet peat. There’s lots more including stand out drams from Ardbeg, Ben Nevis and East London Liquor Co, that you can’t find anywhere else.

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DISCOVER THE WHISKY SHOW

Tickets for The Whisky School 2027 are officially on sale now! Don’t miss your chance to attend this exclusive school and deepen your whisky knowledge alongside fellow enthusiasts. Spaces are strictly limited.

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With an exciting programme of expert-led lectures, technical distillery visits, whisky tastings, and exclusive social events, dive into the world of Speyside whisky.   The full programme is now available on our website:

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