Brora Distillery
- Brora, Scotland
About Brora Distillery
Brora distillery, located in Brora, is known for producing single malt Scotch whisky. Initially founded in 1819 by the Marquess of Stafford and originally named “Clynelish,” the distillery’s name changed to “Brora” following the establishment of a new Clynelish distillery in 1968.
Between 1969 and 1973, Brora produced a heavily peated whisky to compensate for a shortage of Islay whisky. Post-1973, Brora shifted to producing a lightly peated Highland style whisky. The distillery ceased production in early 1983 and was mothballed until its reactivation in 2021. Notably, the 1972 Brora 40-year-old released in 2014 was the most expensive single malt by Diageo at that time, priced at £7,000.
On October 9, 2017, Diageo announced plans to reopen the distillery, with production resuming in 2020 and the first new cask filled in May of 2021.
Brora Whisky Cask Ownership - The Facts
Founded: 1819
Region: Highland
Distillery Status: Working
Water Source: Clynemilton Burn
Brora is a renowned distillery located in Scotland with a rich heritage in producing fine whiskies. The rarity and quality of their products makes them desirable to collectors and enthusiasts, only increasing their value over time.
Whisky typically gains value as it ages and matures in the cask. The longer it remains in the cask, the more it has the potential to develop complexity and depth of flavors. We offer cask purchase programs that allow you to select the type of cask and aging duration, providing you with control over the maturation process.
Buying a cask allows you to own a unique piece of Bladnoch’s Kirkcowan Spirit production and a part of Bladnoch’s history. As the availability of aged and limited-edition whiskies decreases over time, the scarcity of these bottles can drive up their value.
Whisky has experienced growing popularity worldwide, particularly with the rise of collectors and investors seeking alternative assets. If the demand for premium Scotch whisky remains strong or continues to increase, it could positively impact the investment potential of your Kirkcowan Spirit (Bladnoch) cask. Recently we have seen the price of a standard bottle of Bladnoch rise from £40 to £80.