Loch Lomond Unveils The Open Special Edition 2025 Single Malt Whisky
Loch Lomond Whiskies has announced The Open Special Edition 2025, a limited-release single malt created to honor the 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush. This latest expression continues the distillery's celebrated partnership with The R&A and legendary golfer Colin Montgomerie. The whisky is finished in first-fill Tuscan red wine casks and is set to hit shelves starting April 15, 2025.
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Key Takeaways
Loch Lomond The Open Special Edition 2025 celebrates the 153rd Open Championship.
Finished in first-fill Tuscan Chianti wine casks for eight months.
46% ABV and priced at £45.
Fruity, vibrant, and accessible; limited availability from April 15, 2025.
Created in collaboration with Colin Montgomerie and designed for collectors and casual drinkers.
Aged to Perfection with a Tuscan Wine Twist
The Open Special Edition 2025 is a non-age-statement single malt crafted from 100% malted barley and matured initially in American oak casks. It receives a distinctive eight-month finish in first-fill Tuscan Chianti wine casks, which impart a bold fruitiness and layered complexity.
Mash Bill: 100% malted barley
Aging: Finished in first-fill Tuscan Chianti wine casks
ABV: 46%
Price: £45
Availability: Widely available via Loch Lomond Whiskies and select global retailers from April 15, 2025
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Redcurrant, raspberry, crisp apple, and sweet vanilla
Palate: Juicy peach, ripe pear, honeyed sweetness, and red berry brightness
Finish: Medium length with subtle drying oak and a soft whiff of smoke
This expression captures the hallmark fruit-forward style of Loch Lomond while adding a fresh Mediterranean influence through the wine cask finish.
Loch Lomond’s 2025 Open Collection lineup—The Open Special Edition and the 22-Year-Old Course Collection—displayed with their elegant cream packaging, echoing the heritage of Royal Portrush and the prestige of The Open.
Cask Influence and Mediterranean Richness
The eight-month maturation in Tuscan Chianti wine casks brings a vivid fruit profile to the fore, complementing Loch Lomond’s signature orchard fruit notes. These casks add a vibrant layer of red berries and delicate tannins, creating a balance between sweetness and gentle spice. The resulting dram is accessible yet rewarding, ideal for summer sipping or gifting during Open season.
Rarity and Accessible Pricing
Though not ultra-aged, The Open Special Edition 2025 is produced in limited quantities for the tournament season and positioned at a highly accessible price point of £45. The packaging features a bespoke design developed with Colin Montgomerie, adding collectible appeal for golf and whisky fans alike.
Standing Among Commemorative Whiskies
While this release doesn't enter the realm of decades-aged luxury expressions, it stands proudly among commemorative and thematic editions. Compared to other Open-themed whiskies or seasonal limited editions, this release offers serious value with its wine cask finish and presentation pedigree.
Future Expressions and Seasonal Themes
Loch Lomond Whiskies is expected to continue its annual Open releases, each with unique cask finishes and creative collaborations. This strategy reinforces the distillery’s dual commitment to sporting heritage and experimental maturation.
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