OLD PERTH WHISKY UNVEILS LIMITED EDITION ‘OLD PERTH 2009’

Release Date: 13th February

RRP: £98
ABV: 53.6%
Available in: UK, Europe, Japan, Australia

Old Perth is proud to announce the release of an exceptional Limited Edition – Old Perth Vintage Collection 2009, a rich and bold whisky that showcases the complexity and depth achieved through a unique selection of three carefully chosen sherry casks. Only 1480 bottles have been produced, making this an exclusive release that whisky enthusiasts won’t want to miss.

The Casks: A Sherry Lover’s Dream

This limited-edition expression features a captivating combination of three distinct sherry casks: First Fill Oloroso Sherry Cask, Second Fill Oloroso Sherry Cask  & First Fill PX Sherry Cask. The rich, deep flavours imparted by these casks have resulted in a whisky that is bold, complex, and layered with indulgent notes of dried fruit, spice, and a touch of nutty richness. The casks themselves are of the finest quality, with the Oloroso hogsheads sourced directly from Miguel in Jerez, Spain, and the ex-Vasyma second fill butt crafted from European oak.

Nose, Palate & Finish: A Journey of Flavour

• Colour: Deep mahogany. Dark and inviting.
• Nose: A beautifully aromatic nose of sandalwood and dried tobacco leaves, complemented by sun-dried fruits, raisins, and sultanas.
• Palate: The first sip is packed with dried fruits, raisins, sultanas, and a hint of candied orange rind. Rich brown sugar mingles with warming spices—cinnamon, root ginger, and cloves—to create a truly indulgent experience.
• Finish: The rich nuttiness takes center stage as the dried fruits and spice gradually fade. A long-lasting presence remains on the palate, with a delicate waxiness lingering in the background.

Tasting Profile:
This whisky is rich, spicy, and bold, with layers of dried fruit, sugar, and spice blending harmoniously to create a whisky that is simply irresistible. It’s a celebration of sugar and spice, and all things nice.

What Makes This Whisky Special?

The creation of this limited-edition blended malt was a result of extensive sampling from a range of 2009 vintage casks, carefully sourced from multiple distilleries. The whisky is a vatting of different cask sizes, including hogshead and butts, both of which contributed to its complexity and richness. Each cask was nosed and tasted individually, with only the most standout samples being shortlisted for blending. After iterative blending, nosing, and tasting, a final blend was created and refined over time. A panel of whisky experts democratically selected the final expression, ensuring it met Old Perth’s exacting standards.

A Limited Release

With just 1482 bottles available globally, this is a rare opportunity for whisky enthusiasts to experience a truly remarkable expression. The whisky will be available in select markets including the UK, Europe, Japan, and Australia, at an RRP of £98 per bottle.

Availability & Pricing

The Old Perth Vintage Collection 2009 will be released on 13th February with an RRP of £98. Given the limited nature of this release, whisky collectors and enthusiasts are advised to act quickly to secure their bottle.

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About Old Perth

Old Perth is known for its innovative and meticulously crafted blended malt whiskies. With a focus on quality and distinctive flavour profiles, Old Perth continues to push the boundaries of whisky creation, offering whisky lovers unique and memorable expressions that showcase the art of blending.

Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers is solely owned and operated by one of Scotland’s oldest and most prominent whisky families, Jamie and Brian Morrison. There has been over five generations of the Morrison family involved in the whisky business including grocers, brokers, blenders, bottlers and distillers, making them one of Scotland’s oldest whisky families.

Their heritage gives them access to a wide variety of unique and exceptional casks from pedigree distilleries across Scotland. Their family’s values are run through everything they do and they proudly showcase these underneath each of their bottles reiterating their commitment to Patience, Intuition and Integrity.

In every whisky they release, they are committed to continue to impart the knowledge that has been passed down from generations of family whisky makers. Our chairman’s great-grandfather, William Walker, one of the pre-eminent whisky brokers of his era, worked closely with various distilleries on the island, even advocating on behalf of the Islay whisky trade to American businesses on the repeal of US prohibition in 1933.

Walker grew very fond of Islay, where he eventually purchased a home, and played an integral part in developing transport, trade and marketing of the Island’s produce.  His philanthropic nature was deeply appreciated by Islay residents – with the Glasgow Islay Association (of which he was a life member and chairman) noting in 1934 “In the Island itself, he has closely identified himself with every cause worthy of support”.

In 1963 a chance lunchtime encounter at a Glasgow restaurant led to Stanley P Morrison, the son-in-law of William Walker, purchasing of Islay’s oldest distillery — Bowmore (established in 1779) — that evening. Morrison Bowmore Distillers was created and emerged as a globally-recognised brand of quality Single Malt Scotch

Whisky, producing a characterful spirit with some legendary bottlings. Morrison Bowmore Distillers was acquired by Suntory in 1994.

To find out more about Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers visit www.morrisondistillers.com or for MacTalla visit www.mactallawhisky.com