Arran Launches a New Whisky Series with an Exceptionally Fruity Single Malt

Friday, 31 October 2025 at 08:03

Isle of Arran Distillers Arran 10 Year Barley Single Malt whisky

What do you get when a distillery has been working with local farmers for ten years and decides to celebrate it? A distinctive new whisky made from barley grown entirely on the Isle of Arran. With the Arran Barley Single Malt Batch 001, Isle of Arran Distillers marks a decade of craftsmanship, sustainability, and true island pride.

FAQ

Where is Arran Distillers located?
On the Isle of Arran, which shares its name.
What makes the Arran Barley Single Malt Batch 001 unique?
It’s crafted with locally grown barley that delivers a richer flavor profile.
Is this a one-off release?
No. This is the start of an annual whisky series.

For the past ten years, Arran has partnered with Bellevue Farm, a local farm near the distillery. That partnership is now being celebrated with a special single malt: Arran Barley Single Malt Batch 001.

Stewart Bowman, Distillery Manager at Isle of Arran Distillers, calls the collaboration and the project around it a milestone.

“It’s a privilege to work so closely with local producers. This whisky brings the provenance of Arran literally closer to home.”

- Stewart Bowman

The whisky is made with barley grown on the 10 hectares across two fields at Bellevue Farm. This inaugural edition focuses on the Optic barley variety, first used by the Scottish distillery in 2015.

This barley produces a thicker wort than usual, which needs more care during mashing, but yields a fruitier new make spirit.

The spirit distilled from this barley then matured for 10 years in first-fill bourbon barrels and second-fill sherry hogsheads. The whisky was bottled at 50% alcohol by volume (ABV).

How does the new Arran Barley Single Malt Batch 001 taste?

The whisky comes with official tasting notes, listed below:

Nose: Fresh herbs and light citrus, followed by sweet vanilla.

Palate: Ginger, biscuit malt, and summer fruits with a rich, oily texture.

Finish: Long and well-balanced.

Where can you buy the new Arran whisky?

Arran Barley Single Malt Batch 001 is the first release in an annual whisky series. Each year will bring a new edition, depending on the harvest, cask selection, and available volumes at the distillery. This batch numbers 18,000 bottles, priced at £52.49 each. The whisky is available via Arran’s website.