Lochside 1981 Rare Old Gordon & MacPhail is a rare and highly collectible Highland single malt Scotch whisky from the now-demolished Lochside Distillery, bottled by Gordon & MacPhail as part of their Rare Old series. Distilled in 1981 and matured for around seventeen years in carefully selected refill casks, this limited release captures the distillery’s gentle, cereal-rich character before production ceased in 1992.

Lochside remains one of Scotland’s lost distilleries, with remaining stocks becoming increasingly scarce. Known for its soft, malty and subtly fruity spirit, this expression highlights the purity of the distillate, with refill cask maturation allowing the whisky’s natural character to shine through with minimal oak influence.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

• Rare Highland single malt Scotch whisky from the closed Lochside Distillery
• Distilled 1981, matured for around 17 years
• Matured in Gordon & MacPhail–selected refill casks
• Bottled by Gordon & MacPhail for the Rare Old series
• Showcases the gentle, cereal-rich Lochside character
• Increasingly collectible whisky from a lost and demolished distillery

The Lochside 1981 Rare Old is a beautifully understated and increasingly scarce single malt, offering a true taste of a lost Highland distillery. Elegant, approachable, and full of character, it is a compelling addition for collectors and enthusiasts alike.