SAN FRANCISCO, May 29, 2024 – Daftmill Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is thrilled to introduce a first for the U.S. market – the Daftmill 2010 Cask Strength (58.7% ABV; 700ml; $324.99 SRP). This exclusive limited edition vintage from the family-owned and operated Lowland Distillery is crafted from 15 first-fill ex-bourbon casks, resulting in 2,400 bottles available in the U.S. starting this month.
A Unique Farm Distillery with Rich Heritage
Located in Fife on Scotland’s East coast, Daftmill is celebrated as a true farm distillery, pioneering the Lowland Malt revival. As the country’s only Single Estate Farm Distillery, Daftmill set a precedent, leading to the current landscape of 20 operational or developing Lowland distilleries. Daftmill’s annual production is limited to just 100 casks, utilizing 100% single estate barley and following a distinctive seasonal distillation schedule – two months each in summer and winter.
Family-Run Craftsmanship
The distillery is helmed by brothers Francis and Ian Cuthbert, whose family has managed the land since the 1980s, with a history as tenant farmers prior. Distillation at Daftmill began in 2005, with the first whisky released in 2018 after a 12-year maturation. This Cask Strength expression, the first available in the U.S., is a 12-Year-Old Single Malt Scotch aged in 15 first-fill ex-bourbon casks, distilled between January and July 2010.
Tasting Notes
- Nose: Bursting with vanilla essence and spiced custard, transitioning to honeyed beeswax, sweet lemon candy, apricot jam, and hints of fresh cake dough.
- Palate: A perfect balance of spicy oak and fruity distillate notes, leading to flavors of caramelized brown sugar, toffee, and subtle hints of mashed banana and marzipan.
- Finish: Dominated by wood spice, with warming waves of cinnamon and dried ginger.
Distribution by Hotaling & Co.
Hotaling & Co., a leading artisanal spirits importer, is excited to bring this special release to the U.S. “Daftmill is renowned for its dedication to authenticity and craft as a true Scottish farm-to-bottle single malt,” says Dan Leese, CEO of Hotaling & Co. “We pride ourselves on introducing exceptional spirits from around the world to American consumers. This new cask strength expression from Daftmill will undoubtedly appeal to whisky collectors.”
For more information about Daftmill, please visit www.daftmill.com or Hotaling & Co. at www.HotalingandCo.com.
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