For more than 125 years, Gordon & MacPhail have produced quality releases, gathering the most exceptional liquids from distilleries around Scotland and matching them to their own bespoke casks. Over time, they have cultivated strong ties with Scotland’s premier whisky makers to create an iconic portfolio of unique whiskies you can find nowhere else in the world.

A snapshot into whisky history, the latest addition to their portfolio is this; Forgotten Masterpieces. Comprising the rarest single malt whiskies from the Rosebank, Glenlochy Convalmore, Imperial, North Port, and Port Ellen distilleries, these liquids have been maturing for between 32 and 44 years.

Not only are the liquids themselves worthy of any aficionado's shelf, but each package is a work of art in itself. Illustrated by Emmy-award winning artist, Bruno Mangyoku, the theme of each presentation is ‘lost works of art’ reflecting the forgotten masterpiece within.

“This year marks our third Recollection Series, which again brings a carefully chosen selection of rare and unique whiskies to enthusiasts worldwide. We’re fortunate enough to have access to a liquid library which is testament to the relationships we’ve nurtured with whisky distillers for almost 130 years.

We’re proud to be able to revive the spirit of these historic distilleries, bringing their stories back into the present day.” 

Stuart Urquhart, Operations Director at Gordon & MacPhail

Rosebank 1991

Nose: Fragrant gorse flower aromas intertwine with lime zest and a hint of milk chocolate. Dried banana notes come to the fore alongside an undertone of peanuts.

Taste: Sweet honeycomb flavours give way to subtle guava and passionfruit. Smooth poached pear leads to vanilla fudge.

Finish: A medium bodied finish with creamy apple and tropical fruit.

Glenlochy 1979

Nose: Orange oil aromas give way to pressed apple and a hint of ginger. Vibrant dried mango and honeycomb lead to an undertone of beeswax polish.

Taste: Sweet tropical fruit flavours; pineapple and banana combine with lemon sherbet. Strawberry compote and vanilla fudge are followed by notes of pecan.

Finish: A full and smooth finish with toasted almonds and oak.

Convalmore 1984

Nose: Rich treacle toffee aromas combine with cinnamon spice and subtle beeswax polish. Stewed raisin comes to the fore alongside soft and sweet butterscotch.

Taste: Clementine intertwines with stewed forest fruit and toasted hazelnut. Demerara sugar develops, accompanied by subtle coffee bean and a hint of dried banana.

Finish: A full finish with black pepper and grapefruit zest.

Imperial 1990

Nose: Rich orange oil aromas infuse with brown sugar and vibrant peanut brittle. Poached pear and clover honey lead to bright pineapple.

Taste: Sweet lime and cocoa powder flavours are balanced by cracked black pepper. Ripe green apple gives way to chilli spice and a herbal edge.

Finish: Full with tropical fruit and charred oak.

North Port 1981

Nose: Rich citrus aromas complement red apple and butterscotch. Apricot jam intertwines with fragrant walnut, giving way to subtle aged leather.

Taste: Sweet tangerine zest combines with desiccated coconut and soft ginger spice. Demerara sugar comes to the fore, leading to mature oak.

Finish: A medium bodied, dry finish with Brazil nut.

Port Ellen 1981

Nose: Dark chocolate aromas complement ginger and cinnamon spice. Blackcurrant gives way to medjool dates and sweet vanilla pod.

Taste: Rich fruitcake flavours lead to baked apples and rich, sweet smoke. Peanut brittle comes to the fore alongside dark cherry and spicy pepper.

Finish: A long and full finish with lasting dried fruit and bonfire embers.