The Singleton of Dufftown 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Distillery Background and History

Dufftown Distillery was founded in 1895 in the heart of Speyside, Scotland, by four local merchants. Known as “The Malt Whisky Capital of the World,” Dufftown supplies blends like Bell’s and also produces its own single malt under The Singleton label. Owned by Diageo, it sits beside several iconic distilleries and draws its water from the famed Jock’s Well, renowned for purity .

Master Distiller and Production Philosophy

Diageo’s Singleton series is guided by a centralized blending team rather than a single master distiller. Their philosophy focuses on gentle maturation, natural colour, no chill-filtration, and crafting smooth, balanced whiskies with global consistency().

Source of Ingredients (Grain, Water, Yeast)

This single malt is crafted from 100 % malted barley, sourced from regional growers. The pristine water comes from Jock’s Well, and proprietary yeast strains are maintained in-house to preserve Speyside character .

Distillation Process

Distilled twice in traditional copper pot stills—three wash and three spirit stills—the process is intentionally slow to enhance malt sweetness and subtle fruit notes .

Maturation & Cask Information

Aged for 15 years in a combination of American and European oak casks, delivering a delicate balance of sweet fruit and spice. Maturation takes place in Speyside’s moderate climate, promoting gentle wood influence .

Tasting Notes

Amber to deep gold in appearance. Nose presents nutty almonds, apple peel and custard. The palate is rich and spicy—features include ground almonds, creamy toffee, apple, and mild oak. The finish is long, nutty, with praline and a hint of apple .

Food Pairing Suggestions

Pairs excellently with caramel desserts, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, mature cheeses, and dried fruit cakes to complement its nutty, sweet-spice profile().

Serving Suggestions and Ideal Glassware

Serve neat or with a few drops of spring water in a Glencairn glass at 18–20 °C. Allow 10–15 minutes to open, showcasing its layered complexity .

Storage and Aging Potential

Sealed bottles remain stable for years in upright, cool, dark storage. No further maturation occurs post-bottling, but aging in bottle preserves its balance.

Grain Type & Mash Bill

Single malt Scotch made from 100 % malted barley at the Dufftown distillery .

ABV (Alcohol by Volume)

40 % ABV().