Golden Liquid: The 10 Best Whisky Brands in Singapore

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Whisky is one of the most recognisable and beloved liquors in the world. Its distinct colour and taste set it apart from other spirits, and its ABV is guaranteed to make you feel relaxed after a long day.

 

This universal quality and its constant exposure through different forms of media like movies or series make it have this enduring popularity across various countries. While primarily a beer-drinking nation, you cannot also discount the popularity of whisky in Singapore, as evidenced by the wide selection of whiskies in this country.

 

If you have difficulty choosing a brand that tickles your tastebuds the right way, let us make that choice more effortless by presenting you with the 10 best whisky brands in Singapore.

 

10 Best Whisky Brands in Singapore

 

There are different types of whiskeys, each with its unique characteristics; that’s why narrowing the list down to 10 brands proved pretty challenging. But much like any other liquor, the best will always rise to the top, which we aim to discuss here.

 

That said, here are the best whisky brands your SGD can buy:

 

 

1.    Chivas Regal 12 Years

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The Chivas Regal 12 Years whisky is a mixture of Scotch and whisky, creating a smooth drinking experience that combines the best of both worlds. In terms of the flavour notes, you will get some hints of vanilla, honey, and apple, along with other subtle earthy hints.

 

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2.    Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Bourbon

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Whether technically a bourbon or a Tennessee whiskey, we can agree on one thing: Jack Daniel’s No.7 is an iconic spirit that has stood the test of time, and its taste is as memorable as its packaging. With each sip, you get that classic sweet caramel, vanilla and toasted oak flavour profile, followed by a clean finish that leaves you wanting more.

 

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3.    Glenfiddich 18-Year-Old Small Batch Reserve Whisky

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While there are other Glenfiddich Whiskies, the Glenfiddich 18-Year-Old Small Batch Reserve Whisky stands above the rest since there’s only a limited number of batches where this particular whisky comes from.

 

Rarity aside, it gives you a fruity and nutty flavour profile, along with vanilla and chocolate. The finish is long and is retained by your palate, leaving you with dried fruit and orange taste.

 

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You can also check out these Glenfiddich whiskies:

 

Glenfiddich 12 Years Single Malt

Glenfiddich 15 Years Single Malt

 

 

4.    Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt

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Rarely do we get to see the words “Japan” and “whisky” in the same sentence, but the Nikka Taketsuru Pure Malt proves that this union should be done more often. Taking whisky-making lessons from Scotland back to Japan, this Japanese whisky has all the makings of a classic drink.

 

You get a slightly toasted and tobacco-dominated flavour profile on the palate, followed by subtle fruity hints, finished by a smoky aftertaste. If you want to take a much needed break from your usual whiskies, give this spirit a try and experience something new.

 

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5.    Glenfarclas 17 Years Single Malt Whisky

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One of the best things about whiskies is that you get a different experience and flavour profiles with every brand. This fact is exemplified by the Glenfarclas 17 Years Single Malt Whisky, which focuses on giving you a combination of different fruity flavours like cherries, blueberries and a hint of banana.

 

The finish leaves you with a medium body with hints of vanilla, and a bit of leather aftertaste, making for a sweet and smooth drinking experience.

 

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6.    Maker’s Mark Bourbon 8 Year Old

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The Maker’s Mark Bourbon prides itself on using techniques and ingredients that can only be found within the immediate vicinity of its distillery, making this whisky one of a kind. As for the taste, you get the traditional flavour profiles of rye, barley, spices, and malt, followed by butterscotch and vanilla.

 

The finish is sweet and retains the butterscotch flavours. If you want a new take on traditional whisky, try this brand.

 

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7.    Johnnie Walker Red Label

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Aside from Jack Daniel’s, Johnnie Walker has got to be the next most recognisable whisky manufacturer. The Johnnie Walker Red Label is one of its most popular brands, and it is characterised by a smooth body, followed by butterscotch, vanilla, and pear flavour profiles. The finish is just as delicate, and these flavours are retained in your palate.

 

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8.    Wild Turkey Rare Breed

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Most whiskies we see usually hover around 40% ABV, but the Wild Turkey Rare Breed’s ABV is 58%. This high ABV is achieved by not diluting the formula on water, creating a highly intoxicating spirit.

 

As for the flavour, you get hints of caramel, spices and vanilla, all within a smooth body which can be enjoyed on the rocks or neat.

 

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9.    Highland Park 12-Year Single Malt

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Aside from the iconic bottle design, Highland Park 12-Year Single Malt is well known for receiving high praise from well-known celebrities like Michael Jackson due to its excellent taste.

 

With each sip, you get a sweet flavour profile, hints of different fruits like pineapple and orange, and a bit of creaminess. It finishes with a smoky flavour profile, completing the superb drinking experience.

 

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10.   Octomore 11.1 Edition Single Malt

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The Octomore 11.1 Edition Single Malt got its name to commemorate the 11th anniversary of its distillery, the Bruichladdich. Aside from its visually striking packaging, the manufacturing process of this particular brand is unique since it has been matured for 5 years.

 

As for the palate, you get notes of honey, spices, and smoky flavours with each sip. The finish is long and leaves a pleasant taste of barley in your mouth, making for an exciting drinking experience.

 

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Different Types of Whisky

 

With so many different types of this liquor, it can be pretty overwhelming to pick the right one for yourself. You can’t always taste every kind just to find out their characteristics; that’s why we took the liberty of explaining each type to you.

 

Here are the different types of whisky:

 

1.    Single Malt Whisky

 

This type of whisky is characterised by using malted barley as its main ingredient. Another feature of this whisky is its ageing process, which must be 3 years. Its taste is usually smoky, fruity and dominated by malt, and they are typically made in select regions to be considered as single malt whisky.

 

2.    Scotch Whisky

 

Like single malt whisky, scotch whisky uses malted barley as its main ingredient, and the ageing process must also be at least 3 years. But the most essential aspect that makes Scotch indeed called that is it has to be entirely made in Scotland.

 

 

3.    Grain Whisky

 

While the predominant ingredient for whisky is barley, grain whisky uses grains as an alternative to the usual component. These grains in question are maize, rye and wheat, and they can usually be found in American or Canadian whiskies since these ingredients are abundant in those areas.

 

4.    Blended Whisky

 

Blended whisky is, like its name suggests, a mixture of two different types of whiskies. In this case, the types of whisky in question are grain and single malt whisky. The advantage of doing this is you get the best of both worlds in a single package.

 

 

Let Us at Cellarbration Provide You With High-Quality Whiskies in Singapore

 

These are the 10 best whisky brands you can get in Singapore. Whisky is a liquor steeped not just in history but also flavour and well-known brands, and the brands featured here are the cream of the crop.

 

If you are looking for a place to get these whisky brands in Singapore, let us at Cellarbration be that one-stop shop for all your liquor needs. With a highly successful online liquor business and 11 retail locations throughout Singapore, our track record speaks for itself.

 

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