Barley 10 Year Old Batch 001

The Arran Barley 10 Year Old Batch 001 marks the inaugural release in Arrans Local Barley Series a landmark expression celebrating provenance, sustainability and the influence of raw ingredients. Made exclusively from barley grown on the Isle of Arran (at Bellevue Farm), this whisky highlights the impact of terroir in Scotch whisky production.

Matured for 10 years in a combination of first-fill bourbon barrels and second-fill sherry hogsheads, and bottled at a robust 50% ABV, this limited release (just 18,000 bottles worldwide) delivers a vibrant, distillate-driven style that emphasises malt character, freshness and texture. Unpeated, non-chill filtered and naturally coloured, Batch 001 is a pure expression of Arrans island spirit clean, fruity and subtly coastal.

Tasting Notes Colour: Light gold with bright straw reflections. Nose: Fresh and aromatic. Notes of herbs, citrus peel and green apple are layered with vanilla sweetness and a hint of aniseed. Palate: Lively and textured. Ginger spice, buttery biscuit malt and citrus notes combine with a slightly oily mouthfeel.

Subtle oak and vanilla add depth without overpowering the spirit. Finish: Medium and dry with lingering citrus, spice and soft herbal notes, leaving a clean, refreshing impression. Technical Details Distillery: Arran (Lochranza) Region: Isle of Arran, Scotland Series: Local Barley Series Batch 001 Age Statement: 10 Years Maturation: First-fill bourbon barrels & second-fill sherry hogsheads Barley Source: Bellevue Farm, Isle of Arran ABV: 50% Bottle Size: 700ml Outturn: ~18,000 bottles worldwide Peat Level: Unpeated Natural Colour: Yes Chill-Filtered: No Buyers & Collectors Note Batch 001 is particularly significant as the first release in a new annual series, making it highly appealing to collectors who value inaugural bottlings.

For enthusiasts, it offers a rare opportunity to explore how locally grown barley influences flavour a concept more commonly associated with wine than whisky. A must-have for fans of Springbank Local Barley, Bruichladdich Islay Barley or anyone interested in provenance-driven Scotch whisky.