Deerness Distillery, Orkney’s first whisky producer to open in 138 years, is about to begin a sale of 200 casks of its inaugural release single malt.
Starting at midday today, this exclusive sale of a limited number of casks is expected to draw interest from buyers worldwide. Once filled, the casks will contain Deerness' moderately-peated style new make.
Family owned and operated, the distillery has already made a name for itself with the Sea Glass Gin and remains committed to its community roots, having been designed by Stuart Brown, a chartered engineer, and built with the help of his wife Adelle, family and friends.
The couple’s innovative approach extends to their plans for whisky distillation, which includes the production of an oat whisky and a Scottish rye whisky made with local grains sourced from nearby farms.
Deerness’ whisky expansion, a six-figure build, will commence construction over the summer, with casks to be filled upon its completion.
Co-founder Stuart Brown stated: “Our upcoming signature dram draws inspiration from the rugged, coastal environment surrounding the site, while our plans for oat and rye whiskies using locally sourced grains showcase our commitment to pushing the boundaries of traditional whisky making."
“By selling a stake in this new chapter for Deerness Distillery, we're not only sharing our passion for Orkney whisky, but also inviting our customers to join us on our journey.“
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