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Everything you need to know about Woodrow's Distillery
Most popular bottles from the bottler
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Mortlach 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky Woodrow's£91.99 Inc VAT -
Mannochmore 13 Year Old Single Malt Whisky Woodrow's£77.97 Inc VAT
A brief History
Woodrow's, Scotland. Founded in 2016
Cask-Obsessed Craft from the Heart of Leith
If you’re after whisky with edge, curiosity, and a bit of boldness, Woodrow’s of Edinburgh is definitely worth your attention. Founded by Woody Tan, this independent bottler operates out of a bonded warehouse in Leith — a place with deep whisky roots and a rebellious streak to match.
Woodrow’s started as a cask trading venture, but when they came across a few too-good-to-sell barrels, the story changed. They began bottling under their own name, and what followed was a string of small-batch whiskies with a clear signature: no chill-filtration, no added colour, and lots of personality. From big Islay peat monsters to elegant Highland malts finished in sherry or bourbon casks, every bottle is made to stand out, not blend in.
These are whiskies for people who enjoy detail, depth, and the thrill of something a bit different.
Taste Profile
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| Spicy |
Fruity
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Rich / Chocolatey |
The folks at Woodrow’s put a huge emphasis on cask finishing and careful maturation. You’ll find everything from Oloroso sherry hogsheads to port pipes and first-fill bourbon casks — each chosen to amplify character rather than just sit there looking pretty.
Woodrow’s of Edinburgh is known for punchy, full-bodied single malt whiskies, often with an extra maturation twist. The distillery is especially focused on cask strength releases that offer richness, complexity, and zero compromise. Key flavour characteristics include:
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Sticky dates, raisins, and plum cake
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Dark chocolate, oak spice, and roasted nuts
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Creamy vanilla and hints of pipe tobacco
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Full-flavoured finishes that linger long and strong
Top 4 Flavour Profile Ingredients
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Dried Fruits (Raisins, Figs, Dates) |
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Cinnamon / Clove |
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Dark Chocolate / Cocoa |
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Vanilla |
Every release is limited, but here’s a quick overview of some past favourites — a great intro to the house style.
| Whisky | ABV | Tasting Notes |
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| Mortlach 11 Year Old | 54.1% | Stewed fruit, clove, fig syrup, spiced oak |
| Royal Brackla 15 Year Old | 52.7% | Honeyed malt, soft orchard fruit, delicate spice |
| Teaninich 10 Year Old | 56.8% | Baked apple, nutmeg, sultana, warming sherry richness |
| Bunnahabhain 16 Year Old | 58.2% | Rich sherry profile, roasted nuts, dark toffee, coastal edge |
| Caol Ila 14 Year Old | 57.5% | Smoky lemon, salty driftwood, earthy peat, black pepper |
All whiskies are natural colour and bottled at cask strength — what you see is exactly what was in the barrel.
Mannochmore 13 Year Old Single Malt Whisky Woodrow's
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The Bottler
Woodrow's Whisky
Address: Jane Street Bond, Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland
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Visitor Centre
Woodrow’s of Edinburgh doesn’t currently have a public visitor centre, but they’re regulars at whisky shows and tasting events around the UK. Their presence is friendly, passionate, and usually accompanied by seriously interesting drams.
Keep an eye out for pop-up tastings and events if you’re in Edinburgh or heading to a whisky festival.
Ownership & Background
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Founder: Woody Tan
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Founded: Late 2010s (exact date unconfirmed)
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Current Ownership: Privately owned by Woody Tan
What began as a cask trading operation has grown into one of the most interesting small-scale bottlers in Scotland. Still independent, still hands-on, and still experimenting with how casks can completely transform a whisky’s story.
Bottler Facts
Overview & History
Woodrow’s of Edinburgh is a modern Scottish independent bottler founded by Woody Kane.
The company focuses on sourcing and releasing small-batch and single cask whiskies, often bottled at natural strength with minimal intervention. Woodrow’s has built a reputation among enthusiasts for selecting distinctive casks and presenting them transparently.
The brand operates on a relatively small scale and is part of the newer generation of independent bottlers that emphasise individuality and enthusiast-focused releases.
Production
- Primary Role: Independent bottler
- Sourcing: Scotch whisky from multiple distilleries
- Bottling Style: Single cask and small batch
- Presentation: Typically natural colour and non-chill filtered
Woodrow’s selects casks based on flavour profile and uniqueness rather than mainstream brand recognition.
Whisky Style
There is no single house style, but Woodrow’s bottlings generally emphasise:
- Distillery character
- Full flavour presentation
- Cask-driven complexity
- Minimal intervention
Many releases are bottled at cask strength.
Key Expressions / Series
- Single cask Scotch whisky releases
- Small batch bottlings
- Occasional blended malt and experimental releases
The company does not operate a large permanent core range, with releases changing frequently.
Significance
Woodrow’s of Edinburgh reflects the continued growth of the specialist independent bottling sector, where smaller companies focus on curated, enthusiast-oriented whisky releases.
Its approach aligns with broader consumer demand for transparency, natural presentation, and distinctive single cask whisky experiences.
Woodrow's Whisky to Buy
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Staoisha (Bunnahabhain) 8 Year Old Islay Whisky 2014 Woodrow's of Edinburgh£129.99 Inc VATOut of stock
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