World Whiskies Awards 2025

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Best Scotch Islay Single Cask Single Malt
Category Winner
12 Years & Under
Stalla Dhu
Oran Isla 11 Years Old
Scotland

"Clean peat smoke dominates the nose, along with singed pine needles and lime. A sweet palate sees chocolate, gentle smoke, and butterscotch lifted by a grassiness. The whisky finishes elegantly, with smoked meats and salinity."

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"The whisky presents a complex nose with Werthers Originals, Angel Delight, and hints of orchard fruit, complemented by a cheesecake base. The palate reveals sweet, well-balanced notes with a resinous mouthfeel, slight oxidation, and great ABV integration. It features honey with a barley twist, while the finish is long and rewarding, showcasing strawberry compote and a hint of spice."

GOLD WINNERS

Loch Lomond
Exclusive Cask 23/5-4 Cognac HogsheadScotland

Tri Carragh
Aultmore 16 years OldScotland

SILVER WINNERS

Inverdarach Editions
Single MaltScotland

Loch Lomond
Re-fill Bourbon Single Cask 6145Scotland

Loch Lomond
Exclusive Cask 18/587-11 First Fill Ruby Port HogsheadScotland

BRONZE WINNERS

The Goldfinch
Bodega Series Craigellachie 14 Years OldScotland

Rare Find
Deanston Oloroso Sherry Finish 18 Years OldScotland

21 Years & Over

Category WinnerMalts of Scotland
1998 Auchentoshan MoS24011Scotland

"With a intense nose and palate this whisky has a delicious range of flavors. The aromas start with, caramel, green tea, walnuts, and green apples. These follow on the palate alongside curry spice, bread crust, and candied tropical fruits, alongside chamomile. The finish reveals herbaceous notes with papaya, dried mango, and white pepper, exceptionally balanced and lingering aftertaste of caramel fudge."

GOLD WINNERS

Glen Scotia
Exclusive CaskScotland

Whisky 1901
Glenburgie The Collection: Edition OneScotland

Malts of Scotland
1998 Auchentoshan MoS24011Scotland

Malts of Scotland
1993 Bruichladdich MoS23019Scotland

Malts of Scotland
1994 Highland Park MoS24012Scotland

SILVER WINNERS

Rare Find
Glenlossie 30 Years Old (Refill HHD)Scotland

Stalla Dhu
Bruichladdich 21 Years OldScotland

BRONZE WINNERS

Whisky 1901
Jura The Collection: Edition TwoScotland

No Age Statement

Category WinnerStalla Dhu
Saorsa AoisScotland

"This whisky presents a sherry-led profile with notes of apple, dried flowers, and tea leaves. On the palate, it reveals preserved lemon, vanilla, and honey, balancing sweetness with zesty elements. The complexity continues with flavors of guava, dark cherries, and chocolate cake, complemented by salted caramel and winter spices. The finish is long and smooth."