Bladnoch Vinaya 70CL

Bladnoch Vinaya offers a harmonious blend of bourbon and sherry cask influences, combining the honeyed vanilla sweetness typical of ex-bourbon oak with the richer, spicier depth sherry casks contribute — a dual-cask approach that adds real complexity to Bladnoch's traditionally light, elegant Lowland spirit. Produced at Scotland's southernmost distillery, Vinaya showcases how careful cask combination can build layered flavour even within the generally gentler Lowland whisky tradition. Expect a nose combining honeyed sweetness and citrus brightness from the bourbon cask influence with warmer spice and dried fruit notes from the sherry casks, creating a balanced, multi-dimensional aroma profile. The palate follows that same duality, with honey and citrus sweetness meeting spice and a touch of dried fruit richness, all carried on Bladnoch's characteristically smooth, elegant Lowland texture. The finish is well-balanced and moderately long, closing on lingering honey, citrus, and a gentle spiciness that reflects the sherry cask contribution. This dual-cask approach makes Vinaya an excellent showcase of what deliberate cask blending can achieve, appealing to whisky drinkers who enjoy both bourbon-forward sweetness and sherry-driven spice in a single glass. Best enjoyed neat or with a small splash of water to fully open its layered aromatics.