Glen Garioch x Wu DRAM Clan: 21yo Single Cask Whisky

A 21-Year-Old Sherry Masterpiece from the Highlands

For the first time in Glen Garioch's storied history, the Highland distillery has partnered with an independent bottler to release an official Single Cask edition — and the honor goes to the globally respected Wu DRAM Clan. Founded by whisky aficionados Takesado Oji, Sebastian Jäger, and Boris Borissov, Wu DRAM Clan presents the Glen Garioch 2003/2024, a 21-year-old single malt matured in an Oloroso Sherry Cask #808, yielding only 681 bottles. This landmark bottling blends heritage, craftsmanship, and the deep appreciation of seasoned collectors.

Design and Presentation

Bottled under the Glen Garioch house design yet curated by Wu DRAM Clan, this release bridges traditional aesthetics with indie authenticity. The labeling reflects a visual homage to the distillery's roots in Oldmeldrum while adding the signature elegance that Wu DRAM Clan fans have come to expect.

Maturation and Flavor Profile

Drawn from an exceptional Oloroso Sherry cask, this single malt showcases the classic depth and richness Glen Garioch is known for. According to Daryl Haldane, Global Private Client Director at Beam Suntory, this whisky is “robust, rich and complex” — a perfect reflection of Glen Garioch's Highland character. The medium to full-bodied texture delivers layers of wood spice, sweet honey, ripe plums, and dried orange peel, evolving beautifully in the glass and offering a long, memorable finish.

Master Blender's Statement

Reflecting on the journey, Sebastian Jäger of Wu DRAM Clan shared:

Beam Suntory’s Daryl Haldane also praised the selection:

Tasting Notes

• Wood spices with a hint of sweet honey
• Dried orange peels transitioning to ripe plums
• Warm malt and a velvety sherry richness

Conclusion

Released on May 21, 2025, the Glen Garioch 2003/2024 is a limited edition single malt whisky destined for collectors across Europe and Asia. With only 250 bottles available through European retailers and the remainder offered at the distillery in Oldmeldrum, this historic release by Wu DRAM Clan stands as a celebration of independent spirit, Highland tradition, and the magic of cask #808.