Loch Lomond Whiskies, ‘The Spirit of The Open’ since 2018, has unveiled two new limited-edition single malts this yr to rejoice The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush. The Open Course Assortment 2025 and The Open Course Particular Version 2025 pay tribute this yr’s host venue and golf’s authentic Championship by means of the distillery’s famend innovation and craftsmanship.
This longstanding partnership with The R&A and Loch Lomond Whiskies displays a shared dedication to custom, high quality, and excellence – values that outline each the game of golf, The Open and the artwork of whisky-making.
The Open Course Assortment 2025 is a 22-year-old single malt, aged in American Oak barrels and hogsheads earlier than ending in hand-selected first-fill Spanish oak casks – a nod to the Spanish Armada ship, La Girona, which sank off the Royal Portrush coast in 1588. Distilled utilizing Loch Lomond’s distinctive straight-neck stills, the whisky delivers notes of cinnamon, spice, fruit, honey, and tender smoke.
The Open Course Particular Version 2025 explores the affect of Tuscan Chianti wine casks on Loch Lomond’s signature type. Completed for eight months in first-fill Chianti casks, it brings depth with wealthy purple fruit flavours, honey, peach, and tender oak tannins.
“These expressions completely seize Loch Lomond’s explorative and revolutionary spirit,” mentioned Michael Henry, Grasp Blender of Loch Lomond Whisky. “The ultimate character of every of those high quality single malts is unmistakably Loch Lomond, and the experimentation with Spanish oak and Chianti casks is indicative of {our capability} to push the boundaries in flavour creation.”
Excellent for whisky fanatics and golf followers alike, these particular editions make a great accompaniment whereas watching The 153rd Open in addition to a treasured piece of memorabilia to commemorate this iconic Championship.
Each expressions had been created in collaboration with Scottish golf legend and Loch Lomond Whiskies ambassador Colin Montgomerie, whose signature adorns every pack.
“It’s been a pleasure working with Michael as soon as once more to create these widespread limited-edition expressions which mark one other big day {the golfing} calendar,” added Colin Montgomerie.
“There’s numerous synergy between golf and the artwork of whisky-making. Each require dedication to the craft, ardour, and a willingness to take dangers, which Loch Lomond Whiskies accomplish that effectively.
The continued releases of recent limited-edition whiskies rejoice this yr’s Open venue, and the occasion’s esteemed legacy in such a beautiful approach, and it has been a pleasure to be part of the expertise as soon as once more.”
“We’re proud to proceed our valued relationship with Loch Lomond Group throughout The Open and the AIG Girls’s Open. Aligning with companions who share our imaginative and prescient for the championships and for golf to thrive is integral to our success,” mentioned Henry Keeling, Business Partnerships Director at The R&A.
“Partnering with Loch Lomond Whiskies to rejoice The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush is one other milestone in our storied collaboration.
These two particular version single malts are a tribute to this yr’s venue, and a celebration of the wealthy and historic correlation between golf and whisky – completely capturing the spirit of the sport and the distinguished historical past of The Open. Loch Lomond Whisky is a model that shares our ardour for excellence and custom, and we look ahead to elevating a glass to what guarantees to be an unforgettable Open.”
The Open Course Assortment 2025 (RRP £250) and The Open Course Particular Version 2025 (RRP £45) can be found from April 2025 at https://www.lochlomondwhiskies.com/pages/the-open and choose retailers.
