Blended whisky has been evolving over the years, and there are a few exciting trends and innovations that are making it even more interesting today. Here are some of the "new" or emerging aspects of blended whisky:
1. Premium and Super-Premium Blends
Traditionally, blended whiskies were often seen as a more affordable option compared to single malts. But in recent years, there’s been a rise in premium and super-premium blended whiskies. These are made with higher-quality malts and grains, sometimes using rare, aged whiskies from famous distilleries, and they’re crafted with the same level of care and artistry as single malts.
2. Innovative Flavor Profiles
Blended whisky makers are getting more adventurous with flavor profiles. New blending techniques are incorporating a wider variety of cask finishes, including sherry casks, port casks, rum casks, and even wine casks. This allows for some interesting flavor innovations, such as richer fruit notes, spicier complexity, and smokier depth. Some brands are even experimenting with finishes that bring unexpected flavors like tropical fruit, dark chocolate, and even coffee.
3. Blended Malts
Another interesting trend is the rise of blended whiskies made exclusively from single malts (known as "Blended Malts"). These aren’t blended with grain whisky but rather feature a selection of malts from different distilleries. The result is a whisky that still retains the complexity and character of single malts, but with the added consistency and balance that blending provides.
4. Sustainability and Innovation
Sustainability is becoming a key factor in the whisky industry as a whole, and blended whisky is no exception. Brands are becoming more focused on sustainable sourcing of ingredients, eco-friendly production practices, and innovative packaging (like using recyclable materials or even reducing carbon emissions during production). This makes modern blends more environmentally conscious while still delivering excellent quality.
5. Cask Strength Blended Whiskies
Traditionally, cask strength whiskies have been more common in single malts, but now we’re seeing more blended whiskies bottled at cask strength. These are blended to create an even more intense and concentrated flavor profile, offering whisky lovers a more powerful and full-bodied drinking experience.
7. Experimental Blends and Limited Editions
Many whisky producers are releasing experimental blends or limited edition releases, which often feature rare or unusual combinations of whiskies. These releases may use exclusive casks, unexpected flavor combinations, or even unusual aging processes, giving whisky enthusiasts the chance to try something truly unique.
Why is This Important?
These new developments are changing the way we look at blended whisky. It’s no longer just the “entry-level” option—it’s a category that’s being elevated with unique, bold, and creative flavors. Whether you’re a seasoned whisky drinker or a newcomer, there’s now a whole range of exciting, high-quality blended whiskies to explore.
Our Blended Flight Selection:
Lost Distilleries have recreated this whisky to represent the whisky produced at Jericho Distillery in Aberdeenshire. A farm distillery for its entire existence, Jericho produced whisky made entirely from the local produce and were pioneers in the use of sherry casks for maturation.

Jericho Distillery was founded on the slopes of Bennachie in 1822 by William Smith, a religious farmer who was the brother of a preacher.
The small still whisky proved popular and was sold throughout Aberdeenshire. Its reputation and fortunes progressed, and the distillery was in good hands when Smith passed on the distillery to his stepson, assistant and heir John Maitland in 1864.
Both Jericho and, in later years, Benachie (by which the whisky was known) specialised in small still whisky distillation, a continuation of techniques originating from the unlicensed pre-1823 era.
The Archivist is a blend of 15 - 18 year old Malts, selected by the Lost Distillery Company and is bottled in batches of just 1600 bottles.
Blended by Adelphi Independent Bottlers, this high quality and affordable blend is a benchmark for taste that all blends should aspire to reach.
The Adelphi Whisky brand has an intriguing history that reflects both the traditional roots and the modern craft of whisky making. Here’s a quick look at how it all started and how the brand has evolved:
Started in 1826, in Glasgow by the brothers Charles and David Gray, the Adelphi Distillery was run successfully by the Gray family until 1880, where it was bought by Messers A Walker & Co. The distillery was expanded and when it was bought in 1902 by DCL (which would become Diageo), it was procuding nearly 2.5million litres of spirit.
Just 5 years later, the distillery was closed and by the 1960's and 1970's the buildings had been all but removed.
The Adelphi name was revived by James and Ann Taggart in 1993 as an Independent

Bottler and Blender, and have gone on to showcase the finest quality in cask selection. 30 years later in 2013, the company opened the Ardnamurchan Distillery.
The Adelphi 'Dancey Man' a mid-19th century cartoon, depicts Sir William Gladstone, as chancellor of the exchequer, performing an energetic Pas de Bas over an ear of barley, to celebrate the passing of a new law that revenue could only be raised on the amount of whisky left in each cask after maturation, and not the level that it was originally filled to. With the penalties for long term maturation lifted, scotch whisky was kept in the cask until it was truly fit to consume.
Dumbarton Rock is a rich and versatile spirit, created with a perfectly balanced flavour profile which brings elegant Scotch Whisky flavours to cocktails or perfect on its own.
Dumbarton Rock is a volcanic rock formation that rises 240 feet above the town of Dumbarton on the River Clyde, located in the West of Scotland. It's a prominent feature of the area, often seen as a symbol of Dumbarton itself.
The rock’s history spans over 1,500 years, and it has been a key location for various important events.
Dumbarton has an illustrious whisky history. Founded in the 19th century, the

Dumbarton Distillery was one of the most notable whisky distilleries in the area. It produced both single malts and grain whisky, but it’s perhaps most famous for being a key site in the blended whisky industry. In fact, Dumbarton Distillery was known for its high-quality grain whisky production, which would go into blends for major whisky brands. The distillery closed in the 1980s, but its connection to Scotch whisky remains a big part of the town’s history. The whisky made at Dumbarton Distillery was used in blends that helped shape some of the most iconic brands of the 20th century, particularly in blended Scotch whisky.
Dram Mor is an independent bottler based in Scotland that focuses on releasing small-batch, limited-edition whiskies that are carefully selected and bottled to reflect unique characteristics. The company is known for its attention to detail in sourcing exceptional casks and its ability to produce well-crafted, high-quality whiskies that often tell a story.
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