Cragganmore Distillers Edition 2020

Cragganmore Distillers Edition 2020 is a Speyside single malt distilled in 2008 and bottled in 2020 — the annual Diageo Distillers Edition applying port wine cask double maturation to the characteristic John Smith’s 1869 distillery character, where the complexity of Cragganmore makes it an out-of-the-ordinary choice for a second cask finish, and port wine casks provide the perfectly harmonious partner.

Cragganmore Distillery was built in 1869 by whisky legend John Smith in Ballindalloch, Speyside — the first distillery purpose-built to take advantage of railway transport on Speyside. Smith’s unique flat-top still design produces the characteristically clean, serious, and complex Cragganmore spirit. The Distillers Edition 2020 presents the standard Cragganmore 12 Year base with the additional Port wine cask finishing programme. Browse the full Scotch whisky collection at Wooden Cork.

Specs

• Distillery: Cragganmore, Ballindalloch, Speyside (est. 1869; Diageo)
• Region: Speyside, Scotland
• Release: Distillers Edition 2020
• Distilled: 2008
• Bottled: 2020
• Maturation: Oak casks → Port wine cask double maturation

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Cragganmore described as ‘out-of-the-ordinary’ for a second cask finish?

Cragganmore’s characteristically complex and multi-layered Speyside character — from the flat-top still design that concentrates only the lighter vapours — means a second cask finish risks competing with the established character. The port wine cask is chosen specifically as a harmonious partner that enhances without overwhelming. Order online with fast shipping.