Duncan Taylor Celebrates Charles III's Wedding with Laphroaig Whisky and Gin

Friday, 26 September 2025 at 07:02

Duncan Taylor Charles III Anniversary Set

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When the British King celebrates his 20-year anniversary, as a whisky maker, you must come up with something special. That's exactly what Duncan Taylor thought, introducing the Duncan Taylor Royal Anniversary Edition: a Laphroaig whisky and a gin from the same cask.

FAQ

What is the Duncan Taylor Royal Anniversary Edition?
An exclusive set consisting of a 19-year-old Laphroaig single malt and a gin that has matured in the same cask for seven months.

How many sets of the Duncan Taylor Royal Anniversary Edition are there?
Only 205 worldwide.

What is the cost of the Duncan Taylor Royal Anniversary Edition?
690 pounds through The Spirits Embassy.

Tradition of Royal Gifts

Duncan Taylor, based in Aberdeenshire, is known for its rare bottlings and generous gestures. Previously, the company gifted a special release for the 2023 coronation and Edinburgh's 900th birthday in 2024.

Now, as the British King celebrates his china marriage anniversary, another special edition is forthcoming: the Duncan Taylor Royal Anniversary Edition.

This new anniversary set continues that tradition and has a unique profile that complements the royal marriage. Evan Robertson, director at Duncan Taylor, says it's an extraordinarily special set that will never be duplicated.

'Pairing a Laphroaig whisky from their nuptial year with a gin finished from the same cask, and bottled on their 20th anniversary, was a truly unique opportunity to celebrate their union.'

- Evan Robertson

What is the Duncan Taylor Royal Anniversary Edition?

The Duncan Taylor Royal Anniversary Edition is a duo of beverages from the same cask.

The first beverage is a Laphroaig whisky that was distilled in 2005, the year of the marriage of Charles III and Camilla. It was bottled at 19 years old. The second beverage is a gin that matured in the Laphroaig cask for seven months. Exactly 20 years after the Laphroaig was distilled, this was bottled.

What are the tasting notes of the Duncan Taylor Royal Anniversary Edition?

Both the gin and the 19-year-old Laphroaig have been given tasting notes. These are listed below:

Duncan Taylor 19 Year Old Laphroaig

Nose: Seaweed with salt crust, mint, smoky ash remains.
Palate: Classic Islay with ash, tropical fruit, and a sweet undertone.
Finish: Long, layered and balanced.

The Laphroaig is bottled at 56.4 percent alcohol by volume (ABV).

Duncan Taylor Anniversary Gin

Nose: Roses, kiwi, and mandarin.
Palate: Sweet peat, citrus, and warm wooden notes.

The gin is bottled at 50 percent ABV.

Where can the Duncan Taylor whisky set be purchased?

The set comes in a special display with a certificate of authenticity. The price per set is 900 pounds. The set is temporary available via The Spirits Embassy.