{"product_id":"north-british-2008-18-year-old-signatory-vintage","title":"North British 2008 | 18 Year Old | Signatory Vintage","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautifully mature example of \u003cstrong\u003eNorth British\u003c\/strong\u003e single grain whisky, independently bottled by \u003cstrong\u003eSignatory Vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e as part of their renowned \u003cstrong\u003eUn-Chillfiltered Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e. Distilled in 2008 and bottled in 2026 after 18 years of maturation, this Lowland single grain has been matured in a combination of \u003cstrong\u003efirst-fill Sherry Hogsheads and refill Bourbon casks\u003c\/strong\u003e, before being bottled at 46% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorth British is one of Scotland's major grain distilleries, producing the lighter and often highly versatile spirit that forms the backbone of many Scotch whiskies. Given extended maturation and careful cask selection, however, grain whisky can develop remarkable depth of its own. This bottling is a great example, combining the creamy sweetness of mature grain spirit with the influence of both Sherry and Bourbon oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of Signatory Vintage's Un-Chillfiltered Collection, the whisky is presented in its natural colour and without chill filtration, retaining more of the character and texture developed during its years in oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft and inviting, with creamy vanilla, toffee and sweet malt leading into ripe pear and delicate orchard fruit. Subtle Sherry notes sit underneath, with hints of dried fruit and gentle spice developing in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and rounded, bringing together vanilla custard, caramel and ripe pear with lightly candied apple. The Sherry casks add notes of sultana and dried fruit, while gentle oak spice and a touch of light chocolate provide extra depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to long, with lingering vanilla, sweet oak and gentle spice alongside a touch of dried fruit and chocolate. Soft, warming and pleasantly sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e18 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is an excellent introduction to the more expressive side of single grain Scotch whisky. The combination of mature North British spirit, Sherry and Bourbon maturation gives the whisky plenty of character without becoming overly heavy, making it an interesting bottle both for dedicated grain whisky enthusiasts and for anyone looking to explore something beyond traditional single malt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e North British\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottler:\u003c\/strong\u003e Signatory Vintage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Un-Chillfiltered Collection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2008\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 Years Old\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCask Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e First-Fill Sherry Hogsheads \u0026amp; Refill Bourbon Casks\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lowland, Scotland\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single Grain Scotch Whisky\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottled:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking to try this bottle in person or collect it locally? The North British 2008 18 Year Old – Signatory Vintage Un-Chillfiltered Collection is available from Strong Water Co. at both our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ballater-whisky-shop\"\u003eBallater whisky shop\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/banchory-whisky-shop\"\u003eBanchory whisky shop\u003c\/a\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Signatory Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57525811380604,"sku":"122206","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/4813\/3192\/files\/FullSizeRender_f44e373c-c687-4c8d-8730-981fc46fdf7c.jpg?v=1790871253","url":"https:\/\/thestrongwaterco.com\/products\/north-british-2008-18-year-old-signatory-vintage","provider":"The Strong Water Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}