Lindores Abbey Friar John Cor The Distillery Exclusive Chapter 1 - 70cl 49.4%

Lindores Abbey Friar John Cor The Distillery Exclusive Chapter 1 - 70cl 49.4%

$79.89
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Lindores Abbey Friar John Cor The Distillery Exclusive Chapter 1 - 70cl 49.4%
  • Lindores Abbey Friar John Cor The Distillery Exclusive Chapter 1 - 70cl 49.4%
  • Lindores Abbey Friar John Cor The Distillery Exclusive Chapter 1 - 70cl 49.4%
Lindores Abbey Friar John Cor The Distillery Exclusive Chapter 1 - 70cl 49.4%

Lindores Abbey Friar John Cor The Distillery Exclusive Chapter 1 - 70cl 49.4%

$79.89
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Tasting Journey

Age No Age Statement
Distillery Lindores Abbey
Region Lowlands
Cask Type Bourbon & Monbazillac & STR & Sherry
Style Scotch and Malt
Colour

Deep Gold

Nose

Aromas of honey, vanilla, soft spices, dried fruit and light oak.

Palate

Taste of toffee, vanilla, honey, figs, cinnamon, hints of dark fruits and cherries.

Finish

A long and warming finish with lingering notes of oak, dried fruits and soft spices.

About This Whisky

Lindores Abbey Friar John Cor The Distillery Exclusive Chapter 1 is a limited-release whisky with an ABV of 49.4%. Its appearance or colour is typically a key element to describe, and this is influenced by the cask types used in the maturation process. Based on reviews and notes on similar expressions, the colour is a deep gold hue. This is due to its aging in a combination of cask types such as bourbon, sherry and wine casks which impart rich, warm colours to the liquid. 

About Lindores Abbey Distillery

Lindores Abbey Distillery

Lindores Abbey Distillery is a historic and highly respected Lowland Scotch whisky distillery located in Newburgh, Fife, Scotland. Often referred to as the “spiritual home of Scotch whisky,” Lindores Abbey is deeply rooted in whisky history, with records dating back to 1494, making it one of the most significant sites in Scotch whisky heritage.

Location

Lindores Abbey Distillery sits on the grounds of the ancient Lindores Abbey in Fife, overlooking the River Tay, in Scotland’s Lowland whisky region.

Historical Significance

1494: The earliest written record of Scotch whisky production mentions
“Friar John Cor by order of King James IV to make aqua vitae” at Lindores Abbey

This record is widely recognised as the first documented evidence of Scotch whisky production

Modern Distillery

Founded (modern distillery): 2017

Built to revive whisky production at this historic site

Combines traditional methods with modern distilling techniques

Whisky Style

Lindores Abbey produces a modern Lowland single malt style, typically characterised by:

Fresh orchard fruits (apple, pear)

Sweet malt and honey

Vanilla and caramel

Light spice and oak

Smooth, balanced, and approachable profile

Production

Lindores Abbey places strong emphasis on quality and tradition:

Uses locally sourced Fife barley

Traditional copper pot still distillation

Long fermentation for enhanced fruitiness

Maturation in a mix of:

Ex-bourbon casks

Oloroso sherry casks

STR (Shaved, Toasted, Re-charred) wine casks

Key Whisky Releases

Lindores MCDXCIV (1494) – core single malt release

Friar John Cor Series – limited and cask strength editions

Congregation Chapters – special releases showcasing cask variations

Brand Identity

Lindores Abbey blends heritage and innovation, positioning itself as both:

A historical landmark of Scotch whisky

A modern premium Lowland distillery

Interesting Fact

Lindores Abbey is considered the birthplace of Scotch whisky, thanks to the 1494 record—making it one of the most historically important locations in the entire whisky industry.

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