Distilled: 1968 | Stated age: 37 years old | ABV: 46,2% | Region: Speyside | Country: Scotland | Type: Single malt Scotch whisky

Caperdonich was a Scottish distillery in Rothes, Speyside, founded in 1898 as Glen Grant No. 2. Initially aimed to produce whisky similar to Glen Grant, it developed a distinct character with softer notes of pears, creaminess, and fresh mint. Closed in 1902, it reopened in 1965 and expanded in 1967, producing both lighter fruit spirits and later smoked variants. After its closure in 2002, equipment was sold to Belgian Owl and Falkirk distillery. Although demolished in 2011, Caperdonich remains cherished among collectors and whisky enthusiasts as a hidden Speyside treasure.

Caperdonich 1968 is a single malt whisky bottled by independent bottler Murray McDavid as part of their prestigious Mission Cask Strength series. This range focuses on limited bottlings of exceptional and rare whiskies, often from closed distilleries or very old stocks. The whisky was distilled in 1968 and bottled in 2006 after 37 years of aging. Aged in a combination of sherry casks with a subsequent finish in fortified Madeira casks, this gives it a rich and complex flavor profile.

The bottle is decorated with the signature of the legendary Jim McEwan, who was instrumental in the restoration and reopening of the Bruichladdich distillery in 2001 and held the position of master distiller until 2015. His signature appears only on truly exceptional bottlings that are still prized by whisky connoisseurs and collectors.

Nose: Rich and complex, with notes of dried fruit, spice, and dark chocolate, complemented by subtle notes of wood and honey.

Taste: Full, with notes of raisins, caramel, dried fruit, and vanilla, with the presence of light spicy and woody notes.

Finish: Long and elegant, with hints of fruit, chocolate, and fine spices.

The auctioned bottle is numbered 511/1025 and comes in a stylish wooden box.