16 September 2026

Rosebank 31 Years Old 1990

2022 Legacy Release 2

Winning Bid
£1,200
RESERVE MET

Rosebank 31 Years Old 1990

2022 Legacy Release 2
Lot #1191230
FINISH DATE
31 October 2023
A rare whisky from a silent era, distilled before the distillery’s closure in 1993 and left undisturbed in refill casks for over three decades. These exceptional casks capture the distillery’s unmistakable Lowland character: bright citrus, soft vanilla, rose petals and candied almond, and entirely natural in colour. In November 2025 the 31 year old was crowned the World's Best Whisky at the San Fransisco World Spirits Competition! The Best in Show title is the highest honour in global spirits judging. This accolade marks a landmark moment in the revival of Rosebank, long considered the “King of the Lowlands” and one of Scotland’s most admired distilleries. This 31 year old forms part of the Rosebank Legacy Trilogy, (also including a 30 Year Old and 32 Year Old), the final releases drawn from the distillery’s remaining pre-1993 casks. Bottled at 48.1% with a yield of 4,000 bottles.
Rosebank

The Lowland distilleries took a pounding during the 1980s closures, somehow Rosebank in Falkirk survived until 1993 before closing its doors. For such a well-regarded whisky, this was a huge loss. An ageing site, a drop in demand for single malt and a location that offered difficult access and no room for expansion, spelled the end for Rosebank. This was reinforced when the stills and distilling equipment were stolen in 2008; thereby removing the heart of the distillery. And that was it, or at least we thought so. Then, Ian MacLeod Distillers, the owners of Glengoyne and Tamdhu, struck a deal with Diageo to purchase the site, the brand and the remaining stock. We don’t know the fee, but it will have been sizeable. Work is underway to bring the distillery into operation while remaining faithful to its roots. A series of premium whiskies has also been released to offer enthusiasts the chance to experience the ‘old’ Rosebank, before, in a few years, we’ll have a new whisky to enjoy.

Lot Features
  • BOTTLER
    Official Bottling
  • DISTILLERY
    Rosebank
  • TYPE
    Full Size
  • SIZE
    70 cl
  • STRENGTH
    48.1%
  • BOTTLES PRODUCED
    4,000
  • APPROX. SHIPPING WEIGHT (kg)
    4
Region
Scotland, Lowlands
Scotland, Lowlands
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