The GlenAllachie whisky – premium Scottish single malt from Speyside
The GlenAllachie is a young Scotch whisky brand, established in 2017. It is produced in an independent Scottish distillery located near the town of Aberlour in the Speyside region of Scotland, which has been in operation for over 50 years.
The GlenAllachie – premium single malt whisky
The GlenAllachie is a Scottish single malt whisky that has quickly gained respect around the world. Although the distillery has been in existence since 1967, the GlenAllachie brand was only established in 2017 when it was taken over by three whisky veterans – Billy Walker, Trisha Savage, and Graham Stevenson. Since then, The GlenAllachie has become a symbol of independent, pure Scottish whisky, winning one award after another.
In 2019, it was awarded the prestigious title of Scottish Distillery of the Year at the Scottish Whisky Awards and collected more than 50 medals in just its first three years.
What makes The GlenAllachie whisky unique?
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Purely Scottish origin – owned and managed by Scots, with no multinational corporations involved.
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Long fermentation (163 hours) – gives the whisky a richer and more complex flavor.
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Water from natural sources flowing through granite and peat.
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Passion for oak casks – Billy Walker personally selects the best from more than 50,000 casks.
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Non-chill filtered & natural color – offering the true taste of single malt whisky.
Billy Walker – a legend in the whisky world
The success of the brand is driven by master blender Billy Walker, one of the most respected figures in the whisky industry. With over 50 years of experience, he played a key role in the rise of acclaimed distilleries such as BenRiach, GlenDronach, and Glenglassaugh. In 2020, he was inducted into the Whisky Magazine Hall of Fame.
His signature can be found on every bottle of The GlenAllachie – a guarantee of quality and uniqueness.
Billy Walker has once again shown his dedication to excellence. After acquiring The GlenAllachie together with his business partners Trisha and Graham, he personally went through the distillery’s entire inventory – cask by cask. He spent countless hours carefully examining each of the approximately 50,000 casks. He says that it was at that moment he discovered the true uniqueness of the local whisky. Its quality is confirmed by his signature, proudly displayed on every bottle of The GlenAllachie.
What makes The GlenAllachie whisky so unique?
Water, long fermentation, and Billy’s passion for oak casks. The secret behind The GlenAllachie’s outstanding taste lies in a combination of factors. One of them is the natural water source that flows through granite and peat, which according to Billy Walker has a fantastic impact on the whisky. Another is the unusually long fermentation process.
At GlenAllachie, fermentation is considered crucial – the longer, the better. That’s why it lasts up to 163 hours (almost a full week). This extended fermentation develops richer flavor characteristics and creates a superior foundation for distillation.
Equally important is Billy Walker’s passion for oak casks of various origins, which led to the creation of several unique whisky ranges:
4 Distinct Whisky Ranges from The GlenAllachie
1. Core Range
These are the flagship and very first Single Malt Whiskies produced at The GlenAllachie distillery under the leadership of Billy Walker. All are the result of hard work with the distillery's stocks, which included barrels dating back to 1970. As this is the brand's first and basic line of whiskey, it embodies the key elements of the brand – high-quality single malt whiskey without filtration or coloring, as well as maturation in a variety of barrels. These include:
10-Year Old The GlenAllachie Cask Strength Whisky
12-Year Old The GlenAllachie Cask Strength Whisky
15-Year Old The GlenAllachie Cask Strength Whisky
18-Year Old The GlenAllachie Cask Strength Whisky
25-Year Old The GlenAllachie Cask Strength Whisky
Of special note is the latest 11th edition of the 10-year-old Cask Strength, a series that has won multiple awards. For instance, Batch 3 was named Best Speyside Single Malt (World Whiskies Awards 2020), while Batch 4 went on to win World’s Best Single Malt Whisky.
2. Single Cask
Exclusive releases in elegant white packaging, showcasing the influence of exceptional casks. A highlight is the luxurious 32-Year-Old GlenAllachie Pedro Ximénez Puncheon 1989. Extremely limited quantities available.
3. Wood Finish
Wood Finish is a special line of whiskey that has been matured in various types of casks. Billy personally selected these from the distillery's extensive stock of 50,000 casks mentioned above. They come from various bodegas and distilleries that share GlenAllachie's passion for wooden casks.
The result is several different whiskeys with final maturation in casks after Port wine, Muscat wine, after rye whisky, in casks after Spanish sherry Oloroso or Sauternes Wine Cask Finish.
4. Virgin Oak
This line is again the result of maturing whisky in different types of barrels – this time, however, in new, virgin oak barrels from different countries. Billy Walker demonstrates how new oak barrels from different countries around the world can influence the final taste of whisky. You can find it here: The GlenAllachie 10 Year Old Chinquapin Virgin Oak, The GlenAllachie 10 Year Old French Virgin Oak.
If you are looking for an authentic, artisanal, premium Scottish single malt whisky, GlenAllachie is the obvious choice. It combines tradition with innovation, an emphasis on quality, and original flavor profiles.
Discover the world of The GlenAllachie at Bondston and enjoy a taste of authentic Scotland in a glass.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The GlenAllachie Whisky
1. What is The GlenAllachie whisky?
The GlenAllachie is an independent Scottish single malt whisky from the Speyside region. The brand was established in 2017 when master blender Billy Walker and his partners took over the distillery.
2. Why is The GlenAllachie whisky unique?
Its uniqueness lies in the combination of purely Scottish ownership, long fermentation (163 hours), natural water sources, hand-selected casks, and traditional production with no chill filtration or added color.
3. Who is Billy Walker?
Billy Walker is a legendary master blender with more than 50 years of experience in the whisky industry. He also led brands such as BenRiach, GlenDronach, and Glenglassaugh, and in 2020 he was inducted into the Whisky Magazine Hall of Fame.
4. What ranges of whisky does The GlenAllachie offer?
The brand features four main ranges:
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Core Range – 10, 12, 15, 18, and 25-year-old expressions
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Single Cask – exclusive, limited bottlings from exceptional casks
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Wood Finish – whiskies finished in casks such as Port, Sherry, Moscatel, or Sauternes
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Virgin Oak – matured in new oak casks sourced from different countries
5. Which GlenAllachie whisky has won the most awards?
The 10-Year-Old Cask Strength is particularly successful. Its Batch 3 was awarded Best Speyside Single Malt (World Whiskies Awards 2020), and Batch 4 went on to win World’s Best Single Malt Whisky.
6. Can The GlenAllachie be purchased internationally?
Yes, various editions including limited Single Cask or Virgin Oak expressions are available through selected retailers such as Bondston.
