STARTING YOUR WHISKY COLLECTION
Starting your own collection is a personal journey full of complexity, diversity and wonder
The world of whisky collecting is rich with exploration, from the four corners of Scotland to rare ghost distilleries. It’s not just about building a core selection. It's about seeking out limited releases, special editions and exciting bottles that tell the story of your whisky journey.
STYLES THAT STAND OUT
Whisky collections contain an assortment of specific flavour profiles, tones and origin stories. Spirits can range from full bodied and smoky to light and floral, with everything in between. If you’re wondering how to start a whisky collection, we have outlined some stand out styles that will give you a great start.
SELECTED BY THE MASTERS
The Prima & Ultima collection is a series of rare and unique whiskies curated into a must-have collection by our industry-renowned master blenders. These whiskies are either the first or last of their kind and are coveted by experienced collectors around the world.
A HISTORICAL ICON
Looking for whisky with a great story? The Talisker distillery was founded with purpose. The Macaskill brothers rowed over treacherous Scottish waters from Eigg to Skye looking for the perfect place to distill a masterpiece. The Talisker 44-Year-Old pays homage to the distillery’s story, finished in casks charred by oak and kelp.
DEEPLY COMPLEX
Searching for a whisky with rich and deep tones? The Mortlach 20 year old is a prized addition to any collection. This complex spirit is still made using a curious 2.81 times distillation method. Referred to as “the beast of Dufftown” the whisky uses European oak which results in wonderful stone fruit flavours.
LUSCIOUS, LIGHT AND FRUITY
Seeking a lighter style of whisky? The Dalwhinnie is the perfect introduction to the world of Single Malts. Coming from the highest distillery in Scotland (1,164 ft above sea level), it draws its water from the nearby Lochan-Doire-Uaine. This is an excellent drinker with no smoke and an abundance of fruits.
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If you’re looking to build a first-class whisky collection, our private client sales team is here to help. Speak to one of our experts and discover the very best of the whisky world.
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OUR WHISKY PORTFOLIO
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CASKS OF DISTINCTION
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DELVE INTO WHISKY AT JUSTERINIS
OUR WHISKY PORTFOLIO
Many collectors’ gems can be found in the Justerini & Brooks portfolio.
Featured whisky
Discover our special collections, coveted packages, new releases and more.
CASKS OF DISTINCTION
Master blenders travel across Scotland to source exceptional whisky for our Casks of Distinction program.
ENTERING THE REALMS OF GHOST DISTILLERIES
Ghost distilleries are rich with rare and special edition spirits. The most coveted distilleries in this category are Brora and Port Ellen. They contain the rarest of spirits, bottled from fast dwindling final casks released at great age statements. Each release is unique, limited and complex, making these bottles a collectors’ dream.
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TALISKER
This distillery is set on one of the most remote and rugged landscapes in Scotland. The single malt scotch is made by the sea, with flavours that represent the surroundings.
THE SINGLETON
As the only remaining distillery on the Black Isle, these whisky masters are passionate about creating a perfectly balanced spirit. The Singleton is situated within Glen Ord as one of its three storied distilleries.
BLAIR ATHOL
Blair Athol distillery stands at the gateway to the Scottish Highlands in the picturesque town of Pitlochry, Perthshire.
OBAN
Oban is made using only the finest barley, malted to the distillery's own particular specification, and finally distilled using those lamp glass-shaped stills.
THERE’S MORE TO UNCOVER
TALISKER
This distillery is set on one of the most remote and rugged landscapes in Scotland. The single malt scotch is made by the sea, with flavours that represent the surroundings.
THE SINGLETON
As the only remaining distillery on the Black Isle, these whisky masters are passionate about creating a perfectly balanced spirit. The Singleton is situated within Glen Ord as one of its three storied distilleries.
BLAIR ATHOL
Blair Athol distillery stands at the gateway to the Scottish Highlands in the picturesque town of Pitlochry, Perthshire.
OBAN
Oban is made using only the finest barley, malted to the distillery's own particular specification, and finally distilled using those lamp glass-shaped stills.
Other notable distilleries include Clynelish, Brora, Oban, Royal Lochnagar and Teaninich
Speyside has a vast selection of distilleries, so interchanging them seasonally is a great way of working through them. You can explore Mortlach for Winter, Cragganmore for Autumn, Cardhu for Spring and Linkwood for Summer. Lowland whiskies are always scarce and the islands should never be neglected.
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With over 270 years of experience and having brought to market one of the most iconic global whisky brands of the modern era in J&B Rare, Justerini & Brooks is proud to be able to offer access to some of the rarest and most collectible whiskies in the world.
Browse our list or alternatively get in touch if you cannot find what you are looking for. Our dedicated team of whisky specialists will almost certainly be able to find you that elusive bottle.
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