Brand

Singleton

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Singleton is a brand of single malt Scotch whisky owned by Diageo, composed of expressions from three historic distilleries (Glen Ord, Glendullan and Dufftown). It is positioned as a whisky with a soft, balanced character, aimed at global markets.
single malt Scotch Speyside whisky Highlands whisky international whisky brand
Producer range

Producer range Singleton

Spirit categories

single malt Scotch Speyside whisky Highlands whisky international whisky brand

Representative products

Singleton Of Dufftown 12Y 70cl Singleton Of Dufftown 15Y 70cl - Giftbox The Singleton of Glen Ord 12Y

Raw materials

malted barley water yeast

Casks and ageing vessels

American oak casks European oak casks
Distillation and production

Distillation and production

Production method

The Singleton expressions are single malts distilled at the three distilleries that make up the brand. The process includes extended fermentations (cited as about 75 hours for the brand), traditional distillation in copper pot stills and subsequent maturation in American and European oak casks.

Distillation

Distillation in copper pot stills on a batch (discontinuous) cycle; process described as slow and gentle.

Ageing

Maturation in oak casks; the brand notes the use of American and European oak for ageing.

Producer history Singleton

The modern The Singleton brand was relaunched by Diageo in 2006–2007 by bringing together three historic distilleries (Glen Ord, Glendullan and Dufftown) under a single brand identity. The name "Singleton" had previously appeared on individual bottlings (e.g. Auchroisk), but Diageo's strategy since 2006 transformed The Singleton into a global single malt brand with a progressive rollout across major markets.

Production philosophy

The brand philosophy emphasizes 'Slow Craft': long fermentations, gentle distillation and careful maturation to achieve soft textures and balanced flavors. The aim is to offer accessible single malts that are easy to drink yet have a clear, organic identity.

Territory

Scotland (production at Glen Ord, Glendullan and Dufftown distilleries; areas: Highlands and Speyside). The brand is marketed globally with particular focus on markets such as China, Europe and travel retail.

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