| Brand | Claxton's |
| Region | Scotland |
| Spirits Type | Whisky |
| Spirits Style | Single Grain |
| ABV | 48% |
Product details
Claxton’s Spirits is an independent bottler located at the historic Dalswinton Bond on Scotland’s Lowland Dalswinton Estate—an area steeped in grain heritage. Their Grain Barn expression is a showcase of the region’s legacy: distilled in 1992, matured for 30 years in ex-bourbon oak casks within traditional stone barns, and bottled at a bold 48 % ABV to highlight its depth. The whisky is non-chill-filtered and naturally colored, reflecting Claxton’s commitment to preserving authentic cask character . The “Grain Barn” name itself pays homage to the former grain stores at Sandbed Farm, where the spirit matures—a poetic nod to the grain whisky often overshadowed by its malt counterparts.
On the nose, expect a tapestry of creamy custard sweetness and vanilla, with layers of nutmeg, walnuts, and spiced buttercream—faint earthiness hints at forest mushrooms and toasted grain. The palate unfolds like a rich dessert: egg-custard tarts give way to waves of vanilla, cinnamon, toffee, soft yellow apples, pineapple, and marzipan. Secondary notes—rum-and-raisin ice cream, orange marmalade, and clove spice—add depth. The finish is satisfyingly syrupy, evolving into candied fruit reminiscent of panettone with lingering spice cake, honey, and tropical fruit echoes.
