Cutty Sark

Profile: The Cutty Sark at a glance

• Cutty Sark - The smuggler among blends
• Legendary blended Scotch whisky - known since Prohibition
• Cutty Sark - named after the fastest sailing ship of its time
• Once a secret star of the American black market
• Contains whiskies from Macallan, Glenrothes & Bunnahabhain
• One of the best-selling Scotch blends in the USA to date

Portrait: What makes the Cutty Sark special

Cutty Sark is not just a whisky, but a legend with sails. While other bottlings focus on aromas and wood notes, Cutty Sark brings one thing above all: a history with a strong tailwind. The blend was born in the wild 1920s – precisely at a time when people in the USA wanted to drink everything they weren't allowed to. Prohibition made alcohol illegal, but people were notoriously inventive. And so Cutty Sark found its way into American glasses via rather unofficial channels – often faster than the coast guard could blink.

The name? It doesn't come from nowhere. The Cutty Sark was the fastest tea clipper of its time - a true sailing marvel, built for speed. Exactly the right symbol for a whisky that slipped past the authorities like a shadow in the night. Rumor has it that it was the secret mascot of all the smuggling boats that brought whisky across the sea - disguised as harmless tea, of course.

But even after the end of Prohibition, Cutty Sark didn't lose momentum: In the USA, the blend is still one of the best-selling Scotch whiskies.

And what's in it? Not a small house blend, but a true who's who of Scottish distilling: With Macallan, Glenrothes, and Bunnahabhain on board, the blend is perfectly positioned – a mini-cruise through Speyside and Islay, so to speak.

Cutty Sark is not just a whisky. It's a piece of smuggling history in the bottle – and a friendly reminder that good things sometimes fly under the radar.

Conclusion: Cutty Sark is an uncomplicated, approachable blended Scotch, ideal for beginners or as a base for long drinks. Not a whisky for hours of analysis - but a true everyday hero with history and character.

Tasting Notes: This is how the Cutty Sark tastes like

• Nose: Light, fresh, and approachable. Delicate citrus aromas, a hint of green apple, and a fine malt sweetness initially greet the nose. Subtle vanilla, light oak, and a hint of grain emerge in the background - overall very friendly and inviting.
• Palate: Soft and slender on the palate, with notes of honey, vanilla, and a hint of caramelized pear. The structure remains light without being overpowering - a typical easy drinker. Subtle spice notes and a touch of toasted oak round out the flavor.
• Finish: Short to medium, dry and mild, with a subtle spicy note at the end. A light hint of citrus peel lingers, pleasing you for the next sip.