The Isle of Harris Distillery has unveiled a partnership with one of the UK’s most historic department stores, Selfridges – with the launch of an exclusive single cask release of The Hearach Single Malt. Marking the distillery’s first single cask with a national retailer, this unique whisky will be available from Wednesday 23rd October in Selfridges stores and online.

This collaboration brings together two celebrated brands, united by a passion for excellence, authenticity, and exceptional craftsmanship. It marks a bold step forward in elevating the Isle of Harris Distillery’s reputation as a leader in the world of super-premium spirits, both in the UK and on the global stage.

Only 227 bottles of this special single cask will be available to purchase, priced at £100 per 700ml bottle. Matured in a first-fill ex-Buffalo Trace bourbon cask since 2017, the non-chill filtered, lightly peated whisky is bottled at 57.3% ABV and comes with a beautifully designed label and gift box.

Blender Harrison Wood describes this single cask of The Hearach as having ‘notes of poached pears and stewed apples, with wild thyme and fresh rosemary. The dram then shifts to sweeter notes of digestive biscuits and lemon meringue pie with a long liquorice finish and a hint of subtle smoke, characteristic of The Hearach.’The bourbon casks used for maturation deliver additional sweetness and bright citrus flavours that differentiate the dram from the core expression’s floral notes. 

Distilled, matured, and bottled on the Isle of Harris, the exclusive single cask expression is crafted by the same team of dedicated locals behind the success of The Hearach single malt – named after the Scottish Gaelic word that refers to a native of the Isle of Harris.

Simon Erlanger, managing director at Isle of Harris Distillery, commented: “As we reveal the very first single cask release of The Hearach outside of the Outer Hebrides, we are delighted to be partnering with Selfridges to offer this special bottling exclusively to their customers.

“This collaboration celebrates the fusion of two brands deeply rooted in tradition and a dedication to true quality and craftsmanship. We hope this release of The Hearach delights whisky connoisseurs with something a bit different from our signature dram, whilst staying true to the values and provenance that makes our whisky so distinct.”