Gordon & MacPhail The Dram Takers Collection Volume 1 – Six legendary single malts in one historic collection

The Dram Takers Collection Volume 1 from Gordon & MacPhail is not just a whisky set – it’s a monument to Scotch whisky history. An extremely rare and exclusive collection of six iconic single malts, all distilled in a bygone era and matured over decades in Gordon & MacPhail’s own carefully selected sherry casks. Together, the set represents no less than 331 years of total maturation.

This release is created for collectors, investors and passionate whisky lovers seeking the ultimate in mature, historic whisky. Each bottle is a masterpiece in its own right – and together they tell a story of time, patience and uncompromising craftsmanship that few houses in the world have mastered.

The visual expression of the collection is inspired by the legendary Book of Kells, and the two dram takers on the packaging symbolize community, friendship and the age-old tradition of sharing a dram. A set rarely seen on the market – and one that will only grow in importance and value over the years.

Whiskies in The Dram Takers Collection Volume 1

• Glenlivet 1954: 68 years – Refill sherry butt – 43.7%
• Longmorn 1966: 55 years old – First-fill sherry butt – 41.6%
• Linkwood 1967: 54 years – First-fill sherry hogshead – 44.8%
• Glenrothes 1969: 52 years – Refill sherry hogshead – 47.9%
• Mortlach 1969: 50 years – First-fill sherry butt – 50.7%
• Strathisla 1971: 52 years – Refill sherry hogshead – 49.1%

Tasting notes

Glenlivet 1954: Candied fruits, dark honey and polished old oak. The palate offers dried apricots, tobacco and mild spicy heat. The finish is extremely long, balanced and aristocratic.

Longmorn 1966: Intense nose with raisins, dates and dark chocolate. Creamy mouthfeel with figs, burnt orange peel and nuts. Silky finish with warm sherry notes and coffee.

Linkwood 1967: Elegant floral aromas, ripe fruit and vanilla. The palate shows apple, pear, sweet malt and refined sherry sweetness. Slightly dry and very delicate finish.

Glenrothes 1969: Deep and rich with dark berries, raisins and spicy oak. Full-bodied flavors of toffee, prunes and rum raisin. Long, warm and harmonious finish.

Mortlach 1969: Complex and deep with leather, mocha and caramelized nuts. Powerful but extremely sophisticated with layers of dry fruit, spices and intense sherry sweetness. Monumental finish.

Strathisla 1971: Ripe fruit, floral honey and spicy wood on the nose. The palate offers orange, vanilla, pepper and old sherry tannins. Elegant and luxurious finish.

The history of the house

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Gordon & MacPhail’s philosophy is simple and uncompromising: a whisky is only bottled when time has done its job. That’s why their portfolio includes some of the world’s oldest and most coveted whiskies. The Dram Takers Collection Volume 1 is a shining example of this approach – a celebration of time, patience and perfection.

Product information

• Type: Single Malt Whisky (Collection)
• Content: 6 x 70 cl
• Total maturation: 331 years
• Alcohol: 43.7% – 41.6% – 44.8% – 47.9% – 50.7% – 49.1%
• Release: The Dram Takers Collection Volume 1