A wonderfully distinctive expression from Edradour, one of Scotland’s smallest and most characterful distilleries. Distilled in 2018 and bottled at 8 years old, this special release forms part of the CNDP Anniversary series, with No. 2 offering a particularly interesting opportunity to explore Edradour at a relatively youthful age.

Based in the hills above Pitlochry in Highland Perthshire, Edradour has built a reputation for producing richly flavoured, traditional single malt in remarkably small quantities. The distillery’s hands-on approach and compact production make its whiskies particularly distinctive, with plenty of weight and character even in younger bottlings.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Rich and inviting, with notes of soft orchard fruit, honeyed malt and vanilla alongside the deeper, slightly earthy character that Edradour is known for. Hints of dried fruit and gentle spice develop with time in the glass.

Palate: Full-bodied and rounded, bringing together sweet malt, baked fruit and creamy vanilla with warming spice. There is plenty of texture here, with deeper notes of toasted oak and dried fruit adding complexity beneath the sweeter flavours.

Finish: Long and warming, with lingering malt, oak spice and dried fruit gradually giving way to a gentle sweetness.

This is a fascinating bottling for Edradour enthusiasts and collectors alike, particularly for those interested in vintage-dated and limited-release Highland single malts. At just 8 years old, it offers a chance to experience the distillery's unmistakable character without the need for decades in oak.

Distillery: Edradour
Vintage: 2018
Age: 8 Years Old
Region: Highland, Scotland
Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Series: CNDP Anniversary No. 2

Looking to try this bottle in person or collect it locally? The Edradour 2018 8 Year Old – CNDP Anniversary No. 2 is available from Strong Water Co. at both our Ballater whisky shop and Banchory whisky shop. Visit us in either shop and our team will be happy to talk you through the bottle and help you find the right whisky for you.

ABV STRENGTH 57.1

AGE 8

BOTTLER Signatory Vintage

BOTTLE SIZE 70cl

BOTTLING DATE 2026

CASK TYPE CNDP Hogshead

COUNTRY Scotland

DISTILLERY Edradour

REGION Highland

VINTAGE 2018