Whyte & Mackay 18 Year Old Founders Reserve

Whyte & Mackay 18 Year Old Founders Reserve is a distinguished, discontinued blended Scotch whisky representing an earlier generation of the historic Scottish whisky house.

Matured for a minimum of 18 years, this premium expression showcases Whyte & Mackay's traditional blending expertise, bringing together mature malt and grain whiskies to create a rich, complex and beautifully rounded character.

Founders Reserve is particularly noted for its generous sherry-influenced profile, combining dark fruits, raisins, warming spice, subtle smoke and mature oak.

The whisky opens with inviting aromas of ripe berries, dried fruit and coffee before developing a full-bodied palate of Oloroso-style sweetness, dark fruit, aromatic spice and delicate smokiness.

Presented in a distinctive older bottle design reminiscent of historical Dalmore presentations, Founders Reserve reflects an earlier era of premium Scotch whisky packaging.

No longer part of the regular Whyte & Mackay range, this 18-year-old expression offers collectors an opportunity to acquire a mature, discontinued Scotch whisky with genuine historical appeal.

An excellent addition to collections of vintage blended Scotch whisky, older Whyte & Mackay bottlings and classic Scottish whisky presentations.

**Bottled at 43%Abv, 750ml. 

Tasting Notes

Nose: Rich red berries, raspberries and raisins, developing notes of coffee, dried fruits, gentle smoke and mature oak.

Palate: Full-bodied and spicy, with Oloroso-style sweetness, dark fruits, black tea, floral notes and a delicate smoky undertone.

Finish: Rounded and warming with lingering ripe fruit, coconut, gentle oak and sweet spice.