The Inventors

We're excited to introduce The Inventors series, honouring the most innovative minds from Scotland. To launch this series, Whisky Business proudly presents two exceptional whiskies that showcase the country's rich heritage and ingenuity.

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Dalmore 2007 18 year old single cask, 1 of 275 bottles, 47.4% 70cl

James Watt, Steam Engine 1765

In 1765 James Watt revolutionised the steam engine. His breakthrough fuelled the Industrial Revolution, powering factories, locomotives, and ships, transforming industry and society. Watt’s genius turned steam into a driving force of progress, shaping the modern world. His name lives on in the ‘watt’, a unit of power, a fitting tribute to the man who unleashed steam’s potential.

Tasting notes

Nose
Vanilla, fig cake, and orange peel, Christmas pudding and marzipan.
Palate
Sherry-soaked raisins and chocolate truffles, Victoria plums and Maraschino cherries.
Finish
Demerara sugar and dark chocolate, orange peel, ginger cake and sugared almonds.

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Springbank 1997 28 year old single cask, 1 of 88 bottles, 44.6% 70cl

Alexander Graham Bell, Telephone, 1876

Graham Bell revolutionised communication with his invention of the telephone in 1876. A visionary in acoustics and speech, he famously declared, “I truly believe that one day there will be a telephone in every town.” His relentless pursuit of innovation laid the foundation for modern telecommunications, cementing his legacy as one of Scotland’s greatest pioneers.

Tasting notes

Nose
Sweet malt and dry sherry, with hints of smokey heather, tobacco and leather; complex and fragrant.
Palate
Smooth, then spiced heat leading to chocolate, pear and caramel. Nutmeg, honeysuckle and oak add depth.
Finish
Long and warming; sweet spices fade into tobacco leaf and dry oak.