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Everything you need to know about Signatory Distillery
Most popular bottles from the distillery
A brief History
Signatory, Highlands Region, Scotland. Founded in 1988.
Signatory Vintage is one of the most recognisable independent whisky bottlers in Scotland, known for its focus on transparency and cask-led releases. It was founded in 1988 by Andrew Symington, with the aim of bottling whisky in a way that keeps as much of the original character as possible.
The company is based in Pitlochry, and it also owns Edradour Distillery, which gives it direct access to both whisky production and maturation. Over time, Signatory has built up a large inventory of casks from distilleries across Scotland, allowing it to release a wide variety of bottlings.
A key part of its identity is how much information it provides. Most bottles clearly state details such as distillation date, bottling date, cask type, and cask number, which appeals to people who want to know exactly what they’re drinking.
It’s a straightforward approach — focus on the cask and present it clearly.
Taste Profile
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| Oaky / Woody
Because Signatory bottles whisky from many different distilleries, the flavour profile varies widely. However, the common thread is that the whiskies tend to feel natural and unaltered. Many releases are bottled at cask strength or without chill filtration, which means the flavours come through more directly. Depending on the cask, you might find anything from light fruit and vanilla to richer dried fruit and spice. |
Fruity | Spicy |
Because Signatory bottles whisky from many different distilleries, the flavour profile varies widely. However, the common thread is that the whiskies tend to feel natural and unaltered.
Many releases are bottled at cask strength or without chill filtration, which means the flavours come through more directly. Depending on the cask, you might find anything from light fruit and vanilla to richer dried fruit and spice.
Top 4 Flavour Profile Ingredients
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Dried Fruits (Raisins, Figs, Dates) |
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Citrus (Lemon / Oange Zest) |
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Oak / Wood Spice |
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Vanilla |
Most Popular Bottles
Cask Strength Collection
Single cask releases bottled at natural strength.
Un-Chillfiltered Collection
More accessible bottlings with consistent presentation and no chill filtration.
Signatory Small Batch Editions
Limited releases combining a small number of casks.
Edradour Single Malt (Owned Distillery)
Whisky produced at Signatory’s own distillery.
The range is broad, with frequent new releases.
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The Distillery
The Distillery: Signatory Vintage Scotch Whisky Co Ltd at Edradour Distillery
Address: Pitlochry, Perthshire, PH16 5JP, Scotland
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 +44 (0)1796 472095 |
Visitor Centre & Opening Times
Signatory itself is not a visitor brand, but its distillery is open.
Edradour Distillery (Visitor Access)
- Open to visitors
- Typically daily, around 10:00 – 17:00
Ownership History
Founded
- 1988
Founder
- Andrew Symington
Current Ownership
- Privately owned
Associated Distillery
- Edradour Distillery
Distillery Facts
Overview & History
Signatory Vintage Scotch Whisky Co. is a Scottish independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew Symington.
The company quickly built a reputation for releasing single cask and vintage-dated whiskies, focusing on transparency and detailed labelling (including cask number, distillation date, and bottling date).
In 2002, Signatory acquired Edradour Distillery, giving it full control over both independent bottling and in-house whisky production.
Production
- Primary Role: Independent bottler
- Sourcing: Casks from a wide range of Scotch distilleries
- Bottling Style: Single cask and small batch
- Presentation: Often natural colour, non-chill filtered
Through Edradour:
- Spirit Type: Single malt Scotch whisky
- Approach: Traditional small-scale production
Signatory also operates large warehousing facilities for long-term maturation.
Whisky Style
Signatory does not have a single house style. Its bottlings typically emphasise:
- Distillery character
- Cask influence
- Transparency (detailed production information)
- Range of styles from light to heavily sherried or peated
The variety reflects its wide sourcing across Scotland.
Key Expressions / Ranges
- Signatory Cask Strength Collection – Natural, high-strength releases
- Un-Chillfiltered Collection – More accessible, lower strength range
- Single Cask Editions – Vintage-specific releases
- Edradour Single Malt – Distillery-produced whisky
These ranges cater to both enthusiasts and more casual drinkers.
Significance
Signatory is one of the most prominent modern independent bottlers, known for its transparency and wide selection of distillery bottlings.
Its ownership of Edradour allows it to combine independent bottling with distillery production, reflecting a broader trend in the whisky industry toward vertical integration.
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