Invergordon 40 Year Old 1986 is an exceptionally rare single grain Scotch whisky, selected and bottled exclusively for The Whisky Barrel as part of the celebrated Unicorn Series. Distilled in 1986 and bottled in July 2026, this remarkable whisky has matured for four decades in single first-fill Oloroso sherry hogshead #1048, yielding just 187 bottles at a natural 48.6% ABV. Presented at natural cask strength, with natural colour and no chill-filtration, it represents one of the oldest and most luxurious Unicorn releases to date.
This exceptional cask is the sister cask to the now sold-out cask #1045, offering another opportunity to experience one of the finest mature Invergordon single grain whiskies ever selected by The Whisky Barrel. Four decades of patient maturation have transformed the spirit into an extraordinarily silky and complex dram, where the rich influence of first-fill Oloroso sherry intertwines beautifully with the naturally creamy sweetness of aged grain whisky. Layers of polished oak, dried fruits, dark chocolate, honeycomb, roasted nuts, and warming spice create remarkable depth while maintaining exceptional elegance.
As part of The Whisky Barrel’s exclusive Unicorn Series, this bottling celebrates Scotland’s rich whisky heritage through imaginative artwork and rare single cask releases. The striking label features a unicorn piloting the iconic Hawker jet, a playful tribute to the fact that this whisky was distilled during the ownership of the Invergordon Distillery by the Hawker Siddeley Group—bringing together aviation history, whisky heritage, and Scottish mythology in one unforgettable release.
Why We Think You’ll Love It
- 40 year old single grain Scotch whisky from Invergordon Distillery
- Selected and bottled exclusively for The Whisky Barrel
- Matured in single first-fill Oloroso sherry hogshead #1048
- Distilled 1986, bottled July 2026
- Limited to just 187 bottles worldwide
- Bottled at 48.6% ABV with natural cask strength, natural colour, and no chill-filtration
- Sister cask to the now sold-out Unicorn cask #1045
- Features exclusive Unicorn Series artwork depicting a unicorn flying a Hawker jet, celebrating the Hawker Siddeley ownership era of Invergordon Distillery
The Invergordon 40 Year Old 1986 Unicorn is a magnificent old single grain Scotch whisky that combines four decades of maturation with the richness of first-fill Oloroso sherry oak. Rare, elegant, and beautifully complex, this exclusive The Whisky Barrel Unicorn Series release is a collector’s masterpiece—celebrating Scotland’s whisky heritage, aviation history, and legendary imagination in one extraordinary bottle.
