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The Whisky Jury Secret Speyside 31 Year Old Single Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky is an exceptionally elegant long-aged Speyside release distilled in 1990 and matured for 31 years before bottling in 2022 exclusively for The Antelope Macau. Drawn from a refill hogshead and bottled at natural cask strength, this rare single cask expression showcases the remarkable depth, waxy fruit character and refined oak influence that define some of Speyside’s most revered mature whiskies. While officially undisclosed, many enthusiasts speculate the whisky originates from the legendary Glenfarclas distillery, with the label design offering subtle hints toward its heritage.

Distillery: Secret Speyside Distillery (“GF”)
Bottler: The Whisky Jury
Bottled For: The Antelope Macau
Age: 31 Years Old
ABV: 51.4%
Cask Type: Refill Hogshead
Cask Number: Twj-Gl-1990-2
Outturn: 207 Bottles 

Founded in the Belgium, The Whisky Jury has earned a cult reputation amongst whisky enthusiasts for selecting rare and character-driven single cask whiskies bottled with minimal intervention. Their releases are celebrated for distinctive artistic presentation, transparency of maturation details and a philosophy focused on preserving the authentic personality of each cask. The Secret Speyside series has become particularly sought after for revealing the elegance and complexity of some of Speyside’s most iconic yet undisclosed distilleries.

Tasting Notes:
Rich aromas of stewed apples, orange marmalade and citrus blossom unfold alongside layers of beeswax, wildflower honey and polished oak. Notes of praline, dried apricot and Earl Grey tea emerge with time, accompanied by delicate leather and subtle rancio complexity. The palate is oily, refined and beautifully structured, delivering waves of marmalade, candied ginger, orchard fruits and herbal tea balanced by warming oak spice and gentle earthy undertones. A long, elegant finish lingers with spiced citrus, soft pepper, herbal tea and mature oak complexity.