Invergordon
Cask #1045

Invergordon 40 Year Old 1986 Unicorn for TWB

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Invergordon 40 Year Old 1986 Unicorn is an extraordinary and deeply luxurious single grain Scotch whisky, bottled exclusively for The Whisky Barrel as part of the acclaimed Unicorn Series. Read more
Invergordon 40 Year Old 1986 Unicorn for TWB
Regular price £169.00 GBP
Regular price Sale price £169.00 GBP
£140.83 ex VAT
Sale Sold out

Bottle Information

Cask: #1045
Cask Type: first fill Oloroso sherry hogshead
Type: Single Grain
Volume: 70cl
Region: Highland
Vintage: 1986
Age: 40 Year Old
ABV: 48.5%
No. of bottles: 181

Tasting Notes

Nose Treacle, fig syrup, antique oak, dark chocolate, and polished leather with hints of orange peel and spice. Palate Luxuriously smooth, revealing flavours of fruitcake, caramelised nuts, espresso, dried berries, and rich sherry sweetness. Finish Long and elegant, with lingering cocoa, oak spice, dried fruits, and soft warming tannins.

Invergordon 40 Year Old 1986 Unicorn is an extraordinary and deeply luxurious single grain Scotch whisky, bottled exclusively for The Whisky Barrel as part of the acclaimed Unicorn Series. Distilled in 1986 and matured for four decades in a single first fill Oloroso sherry hogshead (#1045), this rare release was bottled in May 2026 at its natural cask strength of 48.5% ABV, yielding just 181 bottles.

Long maturation in active Oloroso wood has transformed this mature Invergordon into a whisky of exceptional richness, elegance, and depth. Layers of dark fruits, antique oak, polished leather, chocolate, and warming spice unfold beautifully while retaining the silky smooth character that makes old grain whisky so revered among collectors and connoisseurs. Bottled without chill-filtration or added colour, this is a stunning example of ultra-aged Scotch whisky.

As part of The Whisky Barrel’s exclusive Unicorn Series, the release celebrates the artistry, rarity, and mythology surrounding Scotland’s most collectible whiskies. The result is a highly distinctive and visually striking bottling worthy of its legendary status.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

  • 40 year old single grain Scotch whisky from Invergordon
  • Distilled 1986, bottled May 2026
  • Matured in a single first fill Oloroso sherry hogshead (#1045)
  • Limited to just 181 bottles worldwide
  • Bottled exclusively for The Whisky Barrel as part of the Unicorn Series
  • Bottled at natural cask strength 48.5% ABV
  • A rare and luxurious ultra-aged Scotch whisky for collectors and enthusiasts

The Invergordon 40 Year Old 1986 Unicorn is a magnificent old grain whisky, combining four decades of careful maturation with the luxurious richness of first fill sherry cask influence. Elegant, deeply complex, and exceptionally rare, it’s a true collector’s dram and a standout release within The Whisky Barrel’s Unicorn Series.

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Invergordon
Invergordon Distillery, located in Ross-shire, Highlands, Scotland, is a leading grain whisky producer owned by Whyte & MacKay. Established for large-scale whisky production, Invergordon crafts high-quality grain spirits that form the backbone of prestigious blended Scotch whiskies worldwide. While most of its output supports renowned blends, Invergordon also releases exclusive single grain whiskies through select independent bottlers, appealing to discerning whisky enthusiasts. Known for excellence, Invergordon Distillery remains a vital part of the Highlands whisky landscape, delivering exceptional grain spirits that elevate both blends and single malts.
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