Artist #15 The Dark Side Of The Moon is a 10-year Highland single malt Scotch whisky from the storied Ben Nevis Distillery, bottled at cask strength 58.3% ABV in 2025. This limited edition of just 635 bottles showcases the rich, complex character that emerges when Highland spirit meets first fill sherry butt maturation, creating a dram that captures both the rugged beauty of the Scottish Highlands and the concentrated essence of exceptional cask selection.

From the shadow of Britain's highest peak, Ben Nevis Distillery has been crafting Highland single malt since 1825, where mountain spring water and traditional methods converge in one of Scotland's most atmospheric settings. This special bottling celebrates the 15th anniversary of the Artist series by La Maison du Whisky, hand-selected from cask #202 and individually bottled in Scotland to showcase the distillery's robust Highland character enhanced by premium sherry cask influence.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich dark chocolate, candied orange peel, warm Christmas spices, honey-soaked raisins, subtle Highland peat smoke
• Palate: Concentrated sherry fruit, toasted almonds, leather-bound books, dark toffee, Highland heather honey
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering spiced oak, dried figs, cocoa powder

Product Details

Perfect For

• Highland whisky enthusiasts: Seeking authentic Ben Nevis character at cask strength
• Sherry cask collectors: Appreciating first fill butt maturation complexity
• Limited edition hunters: Adding rare Artist series bottlings to their collection
• Evening contemplation: Sipping neat while watching the Highland mist roll in

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Artist #15 Dark Side Of The Moon taste like?

This Highland single malt delivers rich sherry influence with dark chocolate, candied citrus, and warm spices on the nose, followed by concentrated fruit, leather, and toffee flavors. The first fill sherry butt creates deep, complex notes that complement Ben Nevis's naturally robust Highland character.

Is Artist #15 good for cocktails or should it be drunk neat?

At 58.3% ABV and as a limited edition of 635 bottles, this whisky is best appreciated neat or with a splash of Highland spring water. The cask strength and premium sherry maturation deserve to be savored without dilution, allowing the full complexity to unfold on the palate.

How should I drink Artist #15 Dark Side Of The Moon?

Serve neat in a Glencairn glass at room temperature to appreciate the full aromatic complexity. Add a few drops of water if desired to open up the higher proof, but start without to experience the concentrated sherry cask influence. Let it breathe for 10-15 minutes before your first sip.

Is Artist #15 worth the price for a 10-year whisky?

This limited bottling justifies its premium through exceptional cask selection, cask strength presentation, and extreme rarity with only 635 bottles produced. The first fill sherry butt maturation and hand-selection by La Maison du Whisky creates complexity that rivals much older expressions from lesser casks.

What makes Ben Nevis whisky unique compared to other Highland distilleries?

Ben Nevis sits at the foot of Scotland's highest mountain, using pristine Highland water and traditional production methods since 1825. Their spirit tends toward a robust, slightly peated character that's distinct from gentler Highland styles, creating an ideal foundation for premium cask maturation like this sherry butt aging.

You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.