Best Scottich Whisky

Scotland is the land of Whisky. It is one of the countries where the first vats of whisky were created and developed. Furthermore, Scotch is a word which designates Scottish Whisky. Naturally, amongst all the brands and references of Scottish Whisky, it is possible to find only the best bottles. Bestwine • Online proposes a reference list of bottles of Scotch, advised by chefs and sommeliers in starred gastronomic restaurants. The opportunity to access a selection of the most fabulous bottles of Scotch whilst taking advantage of one of the greatest wine lists in the world!

Best Scoth Whiskies

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Best Scotch Whiskies brands

Refer to Chief’s, Sommelier’s, Bartender’s from gastronomic restaurants of all around the world‘s opinion to discover the best Scotch Whiskies brands and best references. A ranking and comparative of the best Scotch Whiskies brands by the Chief’s, Sommelier’s and Bartender’s from the top gastronomic experts.

Whisky Brand	Whisky Origin	Whisky Vintage	Type of whisky	Alcohol Degree	Restaurant
Talisker	Scotland – Îles de Skye	10 years	Single malt	46°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Clos des Sens – France ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom ⭐⭐⭐- Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Talisker	Scotland – Îles de Skye	25 years	Single Malt	55°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Johnny Walker – Gold Label	Scotland – Highland	15 years	Blended	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Clos des Sens – France ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Johnny Walker – Blue Label	Scotland – Highland	–	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐- Restaurant Beaumanière – France ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Johnny Walker – Black label	Scotland – Highland	–	–	–	⭐⭐⭐- Restaurant Beaumanière – France ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Arran	Scotland	18 years	Single Malt	46°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Clos des Sens – France
Cragganmore	Scotland – Speyside	12 years	Single Malt	40°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Clos des Sens – France
Great King Street	Scotland	–	Blended	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Clos des Sens – France
Craigelachie	Scotland – Speyside	17 years	Single Malt	46°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Clos des Sens – France
Glen Rothes	Scotland – Speyside	1998	Single Malt	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Clos des Sens – France
Clynelish	Scotland – Highland	1995	Single Malt	58°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Clos des Sens – France
Clynelish	Scotland – Highland	14 years	–	46°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Auchentoshan	Scotland – Lowland	12 years	Single Malt	40°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Clos des Sens – France
Auchentoshan	Scotland – Lowlands	18 years	Single Malt	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Auchentoshan	Scotland – Lowland	21 years	Single Malt	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Glenkichie	Scotland – Lowland	12 years	Single Malt	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Clos des Sens – France ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Longrow – Chardonnay Cask	Scotland – Campbeltown	16 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore
Littlemil – The Auld Alliance	Scotland – Lowland	31 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore
Glenburgie – Masam	Scotland – Speyside	–	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore
Macallan – Fine Oak	Scotland – Speyside	12 years	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Fat Duck – United Kingdom
Macallan – Sherry Cask	Scotland – Speyside	25 years	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Macallan Amber	Scotland	–	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Bowmore – Signatory	Scotland – Islay	18 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Bowmore – Silver Seal	Scotland – Islay	25 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore
Bruichladdich – Masam	Scotland – Islay – Port Charlotte	–	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore
Caol Ila – Signatory	Scotland – Islay	12 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore
Caol Ila	Scotland – Islay	25 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Laphroaig	Scotland – Islay	10 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Laphroaig	Scotland – Islay	16 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Laphroaig – La Maison du Whisky	Scotland – Islay	20 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore
Isle Of Jura – Silvano Samaroli	Scotland – Isle of Jura	17 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore
Ledaig – Hua Yang	Scotland – Isle of Mule	13 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore
Ledaig – La Maison du Whisky	Scotland – Isle of Mule	11 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore
Ledaig – Silvano Samaroli	Scotland – Isle of Mule	19 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Odette – Singapore
Springbank	Scotland – Campbeltown	15 years	–	46°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Springbank	Scotland – Campbeltown	18 years	–	46°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Highland Park – Valkyrie	Scotland – Highlands -Orkney	–	–	46°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Highland Park	Scotland – Highlands -Orkney	18 years	–	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Fat Duck – United Kingdom
Highland Park	Scotland – Highlands -Orkney	25 years	–	48°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Ardbeg	Scotland – Islay	10 years	–	46°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Bruichladdich Islay Barley	Scotland – Islay	2010	–	50°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Lagavulin	Scotland – Islay	16 years	–	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Elements Of Islay – BW6	Scotland – Islay	–	–	55°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Elements Of Islay – BW7	Scotland – Islay	–	–	53°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Fat Duck – United Kingdom
Kilchoman 100% Islay	Scotland – Islay	–	–	50°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Caol Ila	Scotland – Islay	25 years	Single Malt	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Caol Ila	Scotland – Islay	12 years	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Fat Duck – United Kingdom
Caol Ila	Scotland – Islay	18 years	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Caol Ila	Scotland – Islay	31 years	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Fat Duck – United Kingdom
Bunnahabhain	Scotland – Islay	–	–	47°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
AnCnoc	Scotland – Speyside	12 years	–	40°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Benromach	Scotland – Speyside	10 years	–	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Tomintoul	Scotland – Speyside	16 years	–	40°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Glenrothes	Scotland – Speyside	2001	–	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Glenrothes – Sherry Cask	Scotland – Speyside	–	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Longmorin	Scotland – Speyside	16 years	–	48°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
The Balvenie Double Wood	Scotland – Speyside	12 years	–	40°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
The Balvenie Double Wood	Scotland – Speyside	17 years	–	40°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Aberlour – 18	Scotland – Speyside	–	–	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Glenfarclas	Scotland – Speyside	21 years	–	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Oban	Scotland – Highland	14 years	–	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Fat Duck – United Kingdom
Oban – Distiller’s Edition	Scotland – Highland	2001	–	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Dalmore	Scotland – Highland	18 years	Single malt	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Dalmore	Scotland – Highland	25 years	Single Malt	40°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Balblair Gordon and Macphail	Scotland – Highland	1997	–	53°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Glenmorangie Signet	Scotland – Highland	–	–	46°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Glenmorangie	Scotland – Highland	12 years	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Glenmorangie	Scotland – Highland	10 years	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Edradour – Barolo Cask Finish	Scotland – Highland	16 years	–	56°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Ailsa Bay	Scotland – Lowland	–	–	49°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Copper Dog	Scotland	–	Blended Malt	40°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Compass Box Great King Street	Scotland	–	Blended Malt	43°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
Copper Dog	Scotland	–	Blended Malt	40°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Core by Clare Smith – United Kingdom
A’Bunach	Scotland – Highland	–	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Strathisla	Scotland – Highland	–	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Knockando	Scotland – Highland	18 years	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Highland Park	Scotland – Highland	18 years	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Ardbeg	Scotland – Islay	10 years	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Octomore 9.1	Scotland – Islay	–	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Octomore 9.3	Scotland – Islay	–	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Glenlivet	Scotland – Speyside	18 years	Single malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Glenlivet	Scotland – Speyside	12 years	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Glenlivet	Scotland – Speyside	15 years	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Glen Grant	Scotland- Speyside	18 years	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Ballantine’s	Scotland	12 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Chivas Regal	Scotland	12 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Dewars	Scotland	12 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Dimple	Scotland	15 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
J&B	Scotland	–	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
The famous Groose	Scotland	–	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom ⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Smuggler	Scotland	12 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant Beaumanière – France
Glenfiddich	Scotland	–	Single Malt	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Dorchester – United Kingdom
Glen Moray – Chardonnay Cask	Scotland – Speyside	10 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Fat Duck – United Kingdom
Linkwood	Scotland – Speyside	12 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Fat Duck – United Kingdom
Tamdhu	Scotland – Speyside	10 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Fat Duck – United Kingdom
Rosebank	Scotland – Speyside	21 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Fat Duck – United Kingdom
Scapa – The Orcadian – Skiren	Scotland – Orkney Isles	–	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Fat Duck – United Kingdom
Inchimurrin – Madeira Wood Finish	Scotland – Highland	–	–	46°	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Fat Duck – United Kingdom
Dalwhinnie – Distiller’s Edition	Scotland – Highland	–	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Fat Duck – United Kingdom
Fighting Cock	Scotland	6 years	–	–	⭐⭐⭐ – Restaurant The Fat Duck – United Kingdom

On this wine list we use the word Scotch Whisky. A Scottish Whisky may or may not have the appellation “Scotch”, which requires the Whisky to respect a specific charter. We only indicate on this page Scottish Whiskies which possess the designation of origin Scotch, which is why we use the word Scotch Whisky.

Scotch, a Whisky from Scotland

To understand the history of Scotch Whisky, we need to go back in time several centuries. The first trace of Scottish Whiskies is a reference made in an official document dated 1494, which suggests that this precious Eau-de-Vie had been produced on Scottish soil for several years. Scotland, like Ireland and its Whiskey, is one of the countries where Whisky originated. Beyond the creation of this spirit, it is the history of Scotland and its Whisky which gives us a greater understanding of Scottish Whisky. Nowadays, the Whisky Industry employs more than 10 000 people directly, and in the United Kingdom, there are more than 40 000 people contributing to the development of Scottish Whisky.

An alcohol produced by the distillation of a cereal mash which is ground, fermented, distilled then aged, Whisky belongs to the category of Eaux-de-Vie. Each Scottish distillery has its own recipe, tools, and production methods. Often, Scottish distilleries hand down their recipe through the years. Each Scottish Whisky has its own flavour, “terroir,” and history. Scotland has around a hundred distilleries on its territory with varying production levels.

Even though Scotland is uniquely a Whisky producer, it is not the main consumer of whisky. Scotch Whisky is exported internationally, its reputation has conquered the world. Amongst the main consumers of Scotch Whisky there are the United States, France, the U.K., Spain, Singapore, India, Brazil, Taiwan, and South Africa. Of course, Scotch Whisky is appreciated by the locals, in fact, it is one of the alcoholic drinks with the highest consumption rates in Scotland. Through its history, Scotch Whisky is never far from Scottish Culture. The most popular category of Scotch Whisky is the blended or blend. To produce blended Scotch Whisky, malt Whisky needs to be blended with grain Whiskies.

To use the Scottish Whisky label “Scotch Whisky” the alcohol must come from Scotland and more precisely its 5 regions which are: the Spey Valley, the Highlands, the Lowlands, the Scottish Islands, and Campbeltown. The Scotch Whisky Act, which protects the label Scotch, also stipulates that the Whisky should be aged for at least 3 months on Scottish territory.

The word Scotch is particularly used by people who know about Whisky. An amateur would use the term Scottish Whisky, on Bestwine • Online, you will only find Scottish Whiskies with the label Scotch.

On the Scottish Whisky market there are Vintage bottles of Scotch Whiskies classed by their year of production or their ageing time

Scottish Whiskies selected by chefs and sommeliers in starred gastronomic restaurants

All over the world, Scottish Whisky is served as an aperitif or a liqueur. Scotch Whisky is appreciated by both amateurs and experts. The most fabulous brands and bottles of Scotch Whiskies are found on the wine list of starred gastronomic restaurants. These restaurants can count on the experience and high standards of chefs and sommeliers who build up their wine menu through the years. Logically, chefs and sommeliers in starred gastronomic restaurants, only select the greatest bottles to serve to their customers. The best Scotch Whiskies are served in Scottish gastronomic restaurants, and also in other gastronomic restaurants worldwide.  An emblematic Scottish drink, Scotch Whisky produces some of the most fabulous brands and bottles of whisky. Chefs and sommeliers in starred gastronomic restaurants only offer the best Scotch Whisky from Scotland to satisfy their clients. Furthermore, it is because of their high standards in selecting wines and spirits that gastronomic restaurants acquire their notoriety and prestige. A reputation and awards which reward the high values and rigour of these restaurants which enhance good food and fine wine.

For a good inexpensive Scotch Whisky

Which professional has enough credibility to choose the best Scotch Whisky? Chefs and sommeliers are evidently reliable professionals capable of selecting the best Scotch Whiskies. The wine list of starred gastronomic restaurants has the most delectable bottles of Scotch Whisky, as these restaurants only serve the most excellent food and alcohol. Everyone can give their opinion on Whisky. Wine sellers, oenologists, Scotch Whisky producers, Whisky experts all have a different opinions on a Scotch Whisky bottle. Everyone has their own taste and inclinations in Scotch Whisky. This is why I created Bestwine • Online. I would like everyone to find and buy a good bottle of Scotch Whisky online, whether they know about Scotch Whisky or not. There is not one unique reference of Scotch Whisky which is the best on the market. In my opinion, there are several brands and references of very good Scotch Whiskies on the market. With Bestwine • Online you can trust specialists in high quality gastronomy to choose an exceptional bottle of Scotch Whisky.

 I appreciate tasting delicious Scotch Whiskies, but I am not an expert on them. To be sure of buying a good bottle of Scotch Whisky, I therefore, consult Bestwine • Online, which is neither a classification nor a comparison of the best Scotch Whiskies. It is simply a reference list of all the brands and bottles of Scotch Whiskies chosen by the most fabulous addresses in high class gastronomy. A guarantee of selecting an excellent value in Scotch Whisky. Find on Bestwine • Online all the bottles and brands of Scotch Whiskies available on the wine list of starred gastronomic restaurants. Each day the wine list of the best Scotch Whiskies is updated so that you are sure to receive new recommendations. In addition, we guide you to the most attractive e-commerces to buy Scotch Whiskies advised by chefs and sommeliers in starred gastronomic restaurants. Whether you are an amateur or an expert in Scotch Whisky, make the most of Bestwine • Online to discover some excellent Scotch Whiskies and buy them at the right price.

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