{"title":"Dufftown","description":"\u003ch4\u003eA Lesser Spotted Speyside Malt\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDufftown distillery is one of seven whisky distilleries in and around the Banffshire town of Dufftown (the others being Glenfiddich, Balvenie, Mortlach, Glendullan, Kininvie and Convalmore).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNow one of the largest producers in Diageo’s whisky distillery portfolio, Dufftown was founded by the Dufftown-Glenlivet Company in 1895. For most of the 20th century the distillery was under the ownership of Arthur Bell and Sons, who used the its single malt in their flagship blended whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThough generally known for this purpose (most of Dufftown’s prodigious output goes into blends such as Bell’s, with only 3% produced as single malts), Dufftown began to establish reputation for its single malts (made in a grassier Speyside style than the malty style associated with Bell’s) with the advent of the Singleton of Dufftown brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn recent years there has been only one other official house bottling – a Flora and Fauna 15 year-old – though a number of others released during the 1990s are still on the market. Independent bottlings of Dufftown single malt have been scarce, with Signatory, Whisky Galore and Murray McDavid among the most notable.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dufftown-glenlivet-c-1970s","title":"Dufftown-Glenlivet c. 1970s","description":"A Speyside single malt bottled by Arthur Bell \u0026amp; Sons during a period when the Glenlivet suffix was commonly used. This 8-year-old expression was released at a higher strength of 46% ABV for the Italian market via the importer Ghirlanda. The spirit reflects the traditional production methods of the era, including direct-fired stills and floor maltings that resulted in a robust, oily texture. The profile delivers notes of toasted cereal, malted barley and a hint of waxiness typical of pre-modern filtration.","brand":"Dufftown","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62413063848266,"sku":"HED85563","price":210.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED85563.jpg?v=1781895239"},{"product_id":"dufftown-glenlivet-20-year-old-centenary-bottling","title":"Dufftown-Glenlivet 20 Year Old Centenary Bottling","description":"Dufftown-Glenlivet 20 Year Old Centenary Bottling is a Speyside single malt released to celebrate 100 years of the distillery`s operation. This 20-year-old expression offers a window into the traditional production methods of the late 20th century, featuring a rich profile of orchard fruits, malted barley and gentle oak spice. The spirit`s two decades in oak have resulted in a viscous and multi-layered palate with notes of honey, vanilla and a hint of nuttiness. It is an approachable and well-balanced malt, showcasing the elegance and consistency that have defined the Dufftown house style.","brand":"Dufftown","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62413169557834,"sku":"HED3415","price":326.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/SPIRITS.jpg?v=1781712099"},{"product_id":"dufftown-21-year-old-rare-malts-1975","title":"Dufftown 21 Year Old Rare Malts 1975","description":null,"brand":"Dufftown","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62415511224650,"sku":"HED50159","price":476.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED50159.jpg?v=1781902311"},{"product_id":"singleton-of-dufftown-18-year-old","title":"Singleton of Dufftown 18 Year Old","description":"A balanced and smooth 18 year old Single Malt Scotch from the Dufftown distillery, matured in European and American Oak casks. A fruity Speysider with notes of vanilla, aniseed and mint and ending on a long and sweetly spice finish.","brand":"Dufftown","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62418286870858,"sku":"HED8068","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED8068.jpg?v=1781908591"},{"product_id":"dufftown-glenlivet-1968","title":"Dufftown-Glenlivet 1968","description":"Distilled in 1968, this Dufftown-Glenlivet 1968 is a Speyside single malt whisky, renowned for its rich heritage and crafted by the mid-century producers at Dufftown Distillery. Bottled by Gordon \u0026amp; MacPhail, it has undergone decades of maturation in quality oak casks, contributing to its deep gold colour and complex flavour profile. Expect notes of orange marmalade, honey and toasted hazelnuts, with a bouquet of dried apricots and subtle spicy oak. The palate reveals a silken mouthfeel, maintaining the aromatic clarity and textural depth typical of early-1960s Dufftown spirit.","brand":"Dufftown","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62428303819082,"sku":"HED70003","price":794.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED70003.jpg?v=1781913896"},{"product_id":"dufftown-glenlivet-c-1980s","title":"Dufftown-Glenlivet c. 1980s","description":"A Speyside single malt bottled as an 8-year-old de luxe expression under the House of Bell’s label. This release represents the distillery character just before the modernisation of the plant and the removal of the Glenlivet suffix from the branding. The profile is defined by a honeyed cereal sweetness and a medium-bodied texture with notes of vanilla and toasted nuts. At 40% ABV, the spirit is smooth and approachable while maintaining a degree of the traditional oiliness from the short, bulbous stills. It reflects a period when the distillery was expanding its production capacity to meet the global demand for blended Scotch. This bottling remains a staple for collectors tracing the evolution of Speyside brands during the height of the 20th-century whisky boom.","brand":"Dufftown","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62428722430282,"sku":"HED85564","price":129.3,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED85564.jpg?v=1781915612"},{"product_id":"dufftown-glenlivet-8-year-old-miniature","title":"Dufftown-Glenlivet 8 Year Old Miniature","description":"Dufftown-Glenlivet 8 Year Old is a Speyside single malt distilled and bottled by Arthur Bell \u0026amp; Sons during the 1970s. This 5cl miniature reflects an era when Speyside distilleries appended the Glenlivet suffix to signify a premium, lighter style of spirit. Production at this time focused on providing the heart of Bell’s blends, featuring a mash bill processed through traditional floor maltings and short, bulbous stills. The profile delivers a syrupy mouthfeel with notes of malted barley, toasted cereal and wax. While bottled at 40% ABV, the spirit maintains a robust oiliness typical of older production methods before modern high-efficiency filtration. This expression serves as a primary example of pre-Diageo Speyside character where dry aromatic spices and a medium, slightly peaty finish define the dram.","brand":"Dufftown","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62429265101130,"sku":"HED71569","price":11.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED71569.jpg?v=1781917477"},{"product_id":"dufftown-glenlivet-8-year-old","title":"Dufftown-Glenlivet 8 Year Old","description":"Dufftown-Glenlivet 8 Year Old is a Speyside single malt bottled during the 1970s as a de luxe expression under the Arthur Bell \u0026amp; Sons label. This release represents the distillery character just before the modernisation of the plant and the eventual removal of the Glenlivet suffix from the branding. The profile is defined by a honeyed cereal sweetness and a medium-bodied texture with notes of vanilla and toasted nuts. At 40% ABV, the spirit is smooth and approachable while maintaining a degree of the traditional oiliness from the short, bulbous stills. It reflects a period when the distillery was a central component of the Bell’s blend, providing the necessary weight and malt depth to the final product.","brand":"Dufftown","offers":[{"title":"Duty Paid","offer_id":62429365207370,"sku":"HED87494","price":172.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/files\/HED87494.jpg?v=1781917878"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/7696\/2634\/collections\/dufftown.jpg?v=1782311005","url":"https:\/\/hedonism.co.uk\/collections\/dufftown-whisky.oembed","provider":"Hedonism Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}