Mortlach 12 Year Old Single Malt Speyside Scotch Whisky

The Beast of Dufftown

Mortlach is one of Speyside's oldest and most singular distilleries — founded in 1823 and long regarded as the secret backbone of Johnnie Walker blends. Its nickname, "The Beast of Dufftown," is well earned. Mortlach uses a uniquely complex 2.81 times distillation process across six stills of varying sizes, producing a spirit of extraordinary meatiness, richness, and depth that sets it apart from every other Speyside malt. The 12 Year Old is the distillery's most approachable expression — but make no mistake, there is nothing timid about it.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich dried fruit, warm spice, and a distinctive meaty, savory depth with notes of dark chocolate, leather, and sherry sweetness
• Palate: Full-bodied and complex — stewed plum, toffee, cinnamon, and a bold, almost brooding richness that is unmistakably Mortlach
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering dried fruit, dark chocolate, and a satisfying savory warmth that fades slowly

Specs

• Distillery: Mortlach, Dufftown, Speyside, Scotland
• Age: 12 Years
• Distillation: 2.81x Distillation Process (6 Stills)
• Cask: European & American Oak Sherry-Seasoned Casks
• ABV: 43.4% / Proof: 86.8
• Size: 750ml

One of Speyside's most distinctive and underappreciated single malts — Mortlach 12 is a whisky of genuine character and depth. For those who want more than elegance from their Speyside dram, The Beast delivers.