Bowmore® Revives the Devil’s Casks Series with Two New Limited-Edition Single Malts

The sought-after collection, available exclusively from The Whisky Shop, returns with a new 10-Year-Old and never-before-released 22-Year-Old, matured from casks kept back from the original releases

Islay, Scotland, 8th October 2026 – Bowmore, Islay’s oldest licensed distillery, is bringing back The Devil’s Casks series more than a decade after the original limited editions developed a cult following among whisky enthusiasts.

The new series comprises two limited-edition single malts: The Devil’s Casks 10-Year-Old, a 2026 interpretation paying homage to the original three small batch spirits, and The Devil’s Casks 22-Year-Old, crafted using two remaining casks held from the original releases and matured for another decade.

First released between 2013 and 2015, The Devil’s Casks trilogy became known for revealing a darker, richer side of Bowmore through the influence of sherry casks, bringing together intense layers of flavour, including dark fruit, treacle, chocolate, spice, and the distillery’s signature smoke. The name draws on one of Bowmore’s best-known local legends: The devil is said to have entered The Round Church in Bowmore village on Islay, only to discover there were no corners in which to hide. Chased by locals into Bowmore distillery, the devil escaped inside a whisky cask bound for the mainland.

Dr Calum Fraser, master blender, Scotch and Irish at Suntory Global Spirits, comments: “The Devil’s Casks became one of Bowmore’s most memorable modern limited editions, combining Bowmore folklore with an intensely rich, flavour-led expression of the distillery’s character. The robust, sweet, dark-fruit influence of sherry casks melded beautifully with Bowmore’s coastal peat smoke and maritime salinity. Revisiting the series more than a decade later gave us the opportunity to explore what made those original whiskies so distinctive, while offering Bowmore devotees the chance to once again experience these gone, yet far from forgotten, gems.”

BOWMORE THE DEVIL’S CASKS 10-YEAR-OLD

Bold, dark and devilishly indulgent. The Devil’s Casks 10-Year-Old is matured in first-fill Oloroso sherry casks and finished in first-fill Pedro Ximénez casks, creating an intensely rich and decadent character. Expect layers of dark fruit and fruitcake, wrapped in cocoa and maple syrup, with a signature thread of smoke running throughout.

RSP*: £70 GBP | ABV: 56.6%

BOWMORE THE DEVIL’S CASKS 22-YEAR-OLD

Opulent, intense and deeply complex. Matured for 22 years in first-fill Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, before a final finish in refill Oloroso, this cask-strength expression delivers remarkable depth and richness, with flavours of charred fruit and treacle giving way to savoury notes of salty oak and liquorice.

RSP: £380 GBP | ABV: 59.6%

As a highly anticipated limited-edition, whisky fans can register their interest in the 10-Year-Old at WhiskyShop.com from today, ahead of its release on 16th October. The 22-Year-Old will be available via The Whisky Shop ballot on 31st October for all those who purchase the 10-Year-Old.

John Beard, director of The Whisky Shop, says, “Reviving The Devil’s Casks with Bowmore is a thrill and genuine privilege. This is a global exclusive, and we couldn’t be prouder to bring it to our customers – old friends and new – both online and in-person across our 22 UK stores. In The Whisky Shop’s more than three decades of buying and selling whisky, few releases have excited us the way this has. Having tasted both the 10 and 22-year-old expressions myself, I can’t wait for our customers to discover what makes them so special.”  

The Devil’s Casks marks the beginning of a new chapter delving into Bowmore’s archives. Over the coming years, the distillery will reintroduce some of the most celebrated expressions from its past and reinterpret them through the lens of Bowmore’s whisky-making today.

Kirsteen Beeston, global brand marketing director, Scotch and Irish at Suntory Global Spirits, explains, “The Whisky Shop is the perfect partner to release The Devil’s Casks, with whisky connoisseurs who will likely remember the original trilogy and a new generation of customers now able to experience it. Certain past releases have earned such a devoted following that their appeal endures long after they sell out. Revisiting the archives gives new whisky drinkers and collectors the opportunity to discover these exceptional expressions. With its unmistakable character, mythology and enduring reputation, The Devil’s Casks felt like the natural place to begin.

Following The Whisky Shop release, The Devil’s Casks 10-Year-Old and 22-Year-Old will also be available at the Bowmore distillery from 1st December. Both expressions will launch in additional markets in 2027.

For more information, please visit www.bowmore.com and follow @Bowmore on Instagram and Facebook.

About Bowmore®

Established over 245 years ago in 1779, Bowmore is Islay’s oldest licensed distillery, and Scotland’s second oldest. This legacy affords the distillery an enviable inventory of maturing stock, iconic releases, and warrants its position as one of the most collectable whiskies in the world.

Bowmore’s premium single malts are crafted with intent and age like no other, to offer exceptional depth and layers of flavour. Its signature style is defined by rich and fruity notes and a delicate peated complexity.

Each stage of Bowmore’s whisky-making process is precise and measured. From its floor maltings and peat smoke to dry the barley, ensuring the smoky and fruity complexity, to the long  fermentation and slow distillation, enhancing the signature citrus fruit taste. –

Bowmore’s expressions continue to be globally recognised. Recent accolades include:

• ‘World’s Best Single Malt’ and gold at World Whiskies Awards 2026 for Bowmore 21-Year-Old Sherry Oak Cask

• Double gold for Bowmore 15-Year-Old and Bowmore 18-Year-Old, and gold for Bowmore 12-Year-Old Sherry Oak Cask, at San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2026

• Gold at International Spirits Challenge 2026 for Bowmore 14-Year-Old Bordeaux Wine Cask Finish, Bowmore 18-Year-Old and Bowmore 25-Year-Old

• Gold at International Wine and Spirits Competition 2026 for Bowmore 9-Year-Old

The distillery welcomes visitors to be immersed in the spirit of the whisky and its Islay home. With the shore of Loch Indaal as the backdrop, experiences include sampling small-batch distillery exclusives, access to the ‘Vaults Secrets Tasting Room’ and stepping inside the legendary No.1 Vaults – one of the world’s oldest maturation warehouses – for the rare opportunity to taste whiskies drawn directly from casks. Adjacent to the distillery, Bowmore Cottages offer the perfect place to stay and explore the historic town of Bowmore.

About The Whisky Shop  

The Whisky Shop is the UK’s largest specialist whisky retailer, with 22 shops across Scotland, England and Wales, plus two boutiques in France, and an online store. Offering an extensive range of hundreds of whiskies, The Whisky Shop brings together renowned names alongside independent bottlings, exclusive releases, single cask expressions, and other hard-to-find gems.

With expert teams on hand to help customers discover something new and exciting, The Whisky Shop offers an experience designed for both curious newcomers and seasoned whisky enthusiasts. Whether customers are searching for a much-loved favourite or something truly distinctive, The Whisky Shop is a must-visit destination for discovering the world of whisky.

About Suntory Global Spirits

As a world leader in premium spirits, Suntory Global Spirits inspires the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature. Known for its craftsmanship of premium American whiskeys, including Jim Beam® and Maker’s Mark®; Japanese whiskies, including Yamazaki® and Hibiki®; and leading Scotch brands including Laphroaig®, Suntory Global Spirits also produces leading brands such as El Tesoro® and Hornitos® tequilas and Roku® gin, and is a world leader in Ready-To-Drink cocktails, with brands like -196™ (minus one-nine-six) and On The Rocks™ Bartender Created Cocktails.

A global company with approximately 6,000 employees in nearly 30 countries, Suntory Global Spirits is driven by its core values of Growing for Good, Yatte Minahare and Giving Back to Society, and aims to have a positive impact on the planet, consumers and communities. Headquartered in New York City, Suntory Global Spirits is a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings Limited of Japan.

A Bourbon With a Story

Founded in 1870 by George Garvin Brown, Old Forester is known as the first bottled bourbon. Their iconic sealed glass bottles, named after a prominent physician and friend, Dr. William Forrester, endorsed Brown’s innovative concept of medicinal whisky. ​

Unmatched Resilience

Old Forester is the only bourbon continuously sold by the same founding family and company before, during, and after Prohibition – securing 1 of only 6 medicinal licenses in Kentucky during the 1920s.​

The Heart of Whiskey Row

In 2018, Old Forester Distilling Co. returned to the same historic building it occupied from 1882 to 1919. Today, it stands as the only downtown distillery with an active, working cooperage charring barrels in the same facility where spirits are aged.​

A Bourbon With a Story

Founded in 1870 by George Garvin Brown, Old Forester is known as the first bottled bourbon. Their iconic sealed glass bottles, named after a prominent physician and friend, Dr. William Forrester, endorsed Brown’s innovative concept of medicinal whisky.

Unmatched Resilience

Old Forester is the only bourbon continuously sold by the same founding family and company before, during, and after Prohibition – securing 1 of only 6 medicinal licenses in Kentucky during the 1920s.​

The Heart of Whiskey Row

In 2018, Old Forester Distilling Co. returned to the same historic building it occupied from 1882 to 1919. Today, it stands as the only downtown distillery with an active, working cooperage charring barrels in the same facility where spirits are aged.​

Old Forester 1897 Bottled-in-Bond

$63.99

​A big, bold bourbon featuring robust caramel and rich vanilla on the nose and palate. It delivers a sweet, mouth-filling sip packed with roasted coffee, spiced dark fruit, mature oak, and a lingering dark caramel finish.

Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Kentucky Straight Bourbon

$65.99

​Enticing aromas of buttercream, sticky toffee, cedar and apricot with a smooth, well-rounded flavor of oatmeal raisin cookie and milk chocolate leading into a caramel corn and evolving spice profile. The charred oak finish leads with a lingering spice.

Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style

$68.99​

An intense, 115-proof pour carrying dynamic notes of dark chocolate, cherry preserves, chewy caramel, and maple syrup. The palate blends malt nuttiness and rye spice with a long finish of toasted marshmallow and seasoned oak.

Old Forester Cask Strength Single Barrel

SBP “Children of the Corn”

$84.99

​Bottled straight from the cask without water dilution, this single-barrel selection delivers an unfiltered, high-proof experience highlighting heavy oak, rich caramel, and bold spice.

Old Forester 1924 10-Year

$139.99

​Commemorating a historic 1924 release when Old Forester acquired barrels from closed distillers, this 10-year expression features a distinct 79% corn, 11% rye, and 10% malted barley mash bill.

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SOMETHING EXCEPTIONAL IS COMING

SAVE THE DATE.

Something new is taking shape at Benromach.

It’s been a long time in the making, but it’s definitely worth the wait.

On the 22nd October something exceptional will be released. As always, Friends of Benromach will receive priority access on the 20th, so stay tuned.

Trailblazers with the medals to back it

While Japanese whisky has very much been in the ascendancy, there are a few names that really stand out amongst the crowd. And Chichibu is one of them. Although Ichiro Akuto only founded it in 2008, there are nearly 400 years of sake brewing history in his family.

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Mark’s Whisky Ramblings 618: Trip to Islay 2026 – Part 3 of 4

Mark Dermul, Belgian whisky blogger, travels to the Queen of the Hebrides. He took Dearly Beloved and 8 friends to Islay. What an unforgettable journey it turned out to be. And he gladly shares his adventures with you. It turned into a four-part series of videos. In part 3 of 4 he visits Lagavulin Distillery with Dunyvaig Castle, the Kildalton Cross and the Laphroaig Distillery, he crosses over to the Isle of Jura and ends the day at the Caol Ila Distillery.

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WHISTLEPIG WHISKEY JOINS KENTUCKY DISTILLERS’ ASSOCIATION AS NEWEST MEMBER

Vermont Whiskey Company Puts Down Roots in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Kentucky Distillers’ Association has welcomed WhistlePig Whiskey as one of the newest members of the non-profit trade group that unites and leads Kentucky’s signature Bourbon and distilled spirits industry.

Founded in 2007 on a historic 500-acre farm in Vermont, WhistlePig has expanded its spirits portfolio to Kentucky, opening both a production facility in Meade County and an immersive tasting experience in downtown Louisville.

The Vault, located at 403 East Market St. in NuLu, offers a curated experience and full cocktail menu inside a restored 1911 bank building, as well as the brand’s collection of rye, Bourbon and reserve whiskeys.

The distillery’s chief Kentucky production facility is in Brandenburg, the county seat of Meade County, just west of Louisville along the Ohio River. The Kentucky Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control issued WhistlePig a Class B distiller’s license in August 2025, requiring annual distillation between 600 and 50,000 gallons.

Legendary whiskey consultant Dave Pickerell was the company’s original master distiller. A passionate advocate for rye whiskey, Pickerell brought years of knowledge of production and aging to the distillery as a New England start-up.

“When WhistlePig was founded on the edge of the whiskey world in Vermont, we turned to one of the best, Dave Pickerell, to help us craft a rye whiskey that would pioneer the category again,” said WhistlePig Chief Executive Officer Alex Roberts.

“We’ve since launched Bourbon, expanded our presence in Kentucky, and today, are proud to announce that we’re joining our peers in the Kentucky Distillers’ Association. We’re excited to continue to push the boundaries of American whiskey-making with our new roots in the heart of Bourbon.”

KDA President Eric Gregory said WhistlePig’s expansion to Kentucky speaks volumes about the strength and global draw of the state’s signature industry. “We’re flattered and honored that WhistlePig chose the birthplace of Bourbon to expand its American whiskey portfolio.

“When an established whiskey brand chooses to invest here, it reinforces Kentucky’s position as the premier destination for distilling — driving jobs, investment, and long-term growth across the Commonwealth,” Gregory said.

“We’re proud to welcome WhistlePig to our growing family of Kentucky’s finest distillers.”

The addition of WhistlePig Whiskey to the KDA reflects the continued expansion of Kentucky’s Bourbon industry, a $10.6 billion economic engine that generates nearly 24,000 jobs and attracts nearly 3 million visitors a year through the KDA’s Kentucky Bourbon Trail® tour.

Learn more about WhistlePig Whiskey at whistlepigwhiskey.com.

WhistlePig Whiskey joins KDA as a “Craft” level member, aging between 1-1,000 barrels annually. Visit the KDA and its Kentucky Bourbon Trail® adventure at www.kybourbon.com and www.kybourbontrail.com.

About the Kentucky Distillers’ Association:

Its diverse and growing membership produces the overwhelming majority of the world’s Bourbon, from historic, global brands to emerging craft distilleries that are fostering the next generation of the Commonwealth’s signature spirit. Kentucky Bourbon is a $10.6 billion economic powerhouse generating 24,000 jobs with $2 billion in salaries and benefits and attracting nearly 3 million visits annually through the KDA’s Kentucky Bourbon Trail® experience. A 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization, the KDA maintains an open membership policy, champions a strong commitment to the responsible and moderate consumption of spirits, and fights to curb underage drinking and drunk driving. Learn more at www.kybourbon.com and www.kybourbontrail.com.

Springbank Cask #125 Refill Bourbon Hogshead 31 Years Old, 1994 (204 x 70cl) Estimate: £90,000 – 120,000

BONHAMS PRESENTS DISTILLERY ICONS: A LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE, LED BY EXCEPTIONAL 31-YEAR-OLD SPRINGBANK BOTTLED PRIVATE OWNER CASK

London – Bonhams is set to offer an extraordinary selection of rare and collectible spirits in its upcoming Distillery Icons: A Legacy of Excellence auction, taking place from 8 to 21 October on bonhams.com. Bringing together highly sought-after releases from some of the world’s most celebrated distilleries, the sale showcases the rarity, provenance and craftsmanship that continue to drive demand among collectors and whisky enthusiasts worldwide. At the heart of the auction is a remarkable offering: 204 bottles (34 cases) of 31-Year-Old Springbank, originating from a privately owned cask distilled in 1994 and bottled in November 2025, which has an estimate of £90,000 – 120,000.

Patricia Byott, Head of Spirits, Scotland at Bonhams W&S, commented: “This is a truly exceptional Springbank offering and one that stands apart even within today’s highly competitive collectors’ market. Opportunities to acquire mature Springbank are increasingly rare, but the chance to secure an entire privately owned parcel of 204 bottles is almost unheard of. This is a first that Bonhams will offer a cask already bottled. The whisky’s 31-year age statement, original private-owner labels and documented provenance create a compelling story that collectors value enormously. Beyond the quality of the spirit itself, this lot represents a unique moment to acquire a complete piece of Springbank history, already bottled and ready to be enjoyed, shared, collected or preserved for future generations.”

Rare Opportunity to Acquire an Entire Parcel of Mature Springbank

Exclusive to Bonhams, the collection represents a unique opportunity for a single buyer to acquire an entire privately bottled parcel of mature Springbank whisky. The bottles retain their original private-owner labels, a feature that distinguishes them from commercially released Springbank bottlings and adds a compelling layer of provenance and authenticity.

Only the original private owners were permitted to create these labels, giving the collection a unique story and identity. Combined with its exceptional age statement, documented ownership history and the scale of the offering, the parcel presents a rare proposition within today’s whisky market.

The successful bidder will acquire whisky that is already bottled and readily available to enjoy, gift, collect or hold as an investment, making it a particularly attractive opportunity for both seasoned collectors and enthusiasts.

Springbank remains one of the most coveted names on the secondary whisky market, with demand consistently outstripping supply. Stocks of genuinely mature Springbank whisky continue to diminish, making well-aged examples increasingly difficult to source. The combination of 31 years of maturation, private ownership, original private labelling, established provenance and 204 (34 cases) bottles offered as a single lot places this offering among the most compelling Springbank opportunities to come to auction in recent years.

Celebrating the Icons of Whisky Collecting

While the Springbank parcel serves as the headline lot, Distillery Icons: A Legacy of Excellence explores the distilleries, brands and releases that have achieved iconic status within the global spirits collecting community.

The sale highlights how rarity, age, heritage and provenance continue to shape collector interest, showcasing bottles and releases that have become benchmarks of excellence within the whisky world.

Additional highlights include:

• Glenfarclas Pagoda Ruby Reserve Gold 62 Year Old, 1954 (1x 1.5 Litres). Estimate: £14,000 – 20,000.
• Highland Park 56 Year Old (1x 70cl). Estimate: £20,000 – 30,000.
• Springbank, 1952 (1x 75cl). Estimate: £7,000 – 12,000.
• The Macallan Red Ribbon, 1950 (1x 75cl). Estimate: £3,000 – 5,000.
• Bowmore Mackillop’s Choice, 1989 (6x 70cl). Estimate: £1,200 – 1,800.

ABOUT BONHAMS

Founded in 1793, Bonhams is one of the world’s leading auction houses — defined by connection, and home to the curious.

With over 230 years of expertise, Bonhams operates a global network of trusted specialists across 24 countries, including flagship salerooms in London, New York, Paris and Hong Kong. Across more than 60 specialist categories, Bonhams serves collectors of every kind – from emerging to established — with the objects, stories and expertise that define their collecting journey.

Beyond auctions, Bonhams is both a destination for discovery and for industry-leading services and support. Its rotating programme of exhibitions and public programming is free and open to all, reflecting a longstanding commitment to curiosity, cultural conversation and the enduring power of objects.

For forthcoming auctions and details of specialist departments, visit Bonhams.com

Bonhams: A house built on knowledge. Defined by connection. Home to the curious.

OCTOBER 2026 AUCTION NOW LIVE!

As the autumn evenings draw in, our October auction offers an opportunity to discover whiskies with stories that span generations, from celebrated names and remarkable vintages, to bottles that have become increasingly scarce with the passing of time.

Among the highlights of this month’s sale is a particularly intriguing piece of Glenlivet history: a bottle distilled in 1969 at the Glenlivet Distillery. Some whiskies are made to be enjoyed. Others are destined to be remembered. Nearly three decades after its distillation, this rare expression was bottled in 1998 at cask strength, carrying the sample code 2LVF901. The precise cask type used for its maturation, and the number of casks involved, remain unknown, details that add an appealing sense of mystery to an already exceptional release.

What is known is its remarkable scarcity – only a few hundred bottles were produced of this older vintage! Distilled in another era and patiently matured for almost thirty years, this is more than simply a bottle of Glenlivet. It is a tangible piece of whisky history, a surviving snapshot of a different time in Scotch whisky production.

Also featuring in our October auction is the 2026 edition of Springbank 21 Years Old, a highly anticipated release and a firm favourite among whisky enthusiasts since its re-introduction in 2005. This annual expression was matured in a carefully balanced combination of 65% Port Casks, 25% Bourbon Barrels, 5% Sherry Casks and 5% Rum Casks, bringing together a rich and complex range of cask influences in a limited and sought after release.

Another notable addition to our October auction is the Glen Elgin 19 Years Old Cask Strength Centenary Release, bottled to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Speyside distillery. Having begun production on 1 May 1900, Glen Elgin marked the milestone with this special 19-year-old expression, bottled at cask strength to preserve the whisky in its fullest form. With just 750 bottles produced, this is a particularly scarce release and an appealing piece of Glen Elgin history.

Also featuring in our October auction is this 1980’s bottling of Laphroaig 10 Years Old, offering a fascinating glimpse into the history of one of Islay’s most iconic whiskies.

The 10 Year Old expression, in a form recognisable today, dates back to the 1950’s, although earlier iterations of Laphroaig are believed to have existed as far back as the 1930’s, following the repeal of Prohibition in the United States. It is thought that much of the recipe and distinctive style associated with Laphroaig also date back to the period before the Second World War. This 1980’s bottling therefore offers collectors a chance to experience a whisky from a bygone era, when Laphroaig’s unmistakable character was already firmly established.

These featured lots are just a glimpse of what’s on offer in our October Auction. Visit clickwhiskyauctions.com to browse the full auction and discover many more exceptional bottles. Bidding closes from 8pm BST on Sunday, 18th October. Make sure you’re registered and ready to bid on your favourite drams – you have to be in it to win it!

Deanston Virgin Oak Cask Strength 60th Anniversary

Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Distillery Bottling

The second limited-edition Deanston Virgin Oak, bottled at cask strength to celebrate the distillery’s 60th anniversary. Matured in ex-bourbon before finishing in virgin oak for up to 12 months, it balances soft, waxy whisky with oak spice, vanilla fudge, toffee and baked apples.

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We’re thrilled to be reinstating SMWS Partner Bars in BC after a recent regulation change by the BC government, and the first to get the shout-out is Stillhead Distillery in Duncan! Brennan and his team are excited to bring SMWS bottles to their on-site lounge.

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