Artist's The Dark Side of the Moon is a 25-year Speyside single malt Scotch whisky from Benrinnes Distillery, bottled at cask strength 52.3% ABV from a single sherry hogshead cask #9746. This limited edition of just 291 bottles celebrates Artist's 15th anniversary with a whisky distilled in 1997 and bottled in 2025, individually selected and bottled in Scotland for La Maison du Whisky. Hidden in the rolling hills of Speyside, Benrinnes Distillery has quietly crafted exceptional single malts since 1835. Their unique partial triple distillation creates a distinctive character that sets them apart from their Speyside neighbors. This quarter-century expression showcases the distillery's mastery, enhanced by extended maturation in a premium sherry hogshead that has imparted layers of rich complexity to the golden spirit.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Honeyed dried fruits, warm Christmas spices, leather-bound books, toasted almonds, dark chocolate
• Palate: Rich sherry influence with stewed apples, cinnamon bark, orange peel, walnut oil, aged oak
• Finish: Long and warming with lingering spice, dark fruit compote, gentle smoke

Product Details

Spirit Type	Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
ABV	52.3%
Volume	700ml
Age Statement	25 Years
Distillery	Benrinnes Distillery
Region	Speyside, Scotland
Cask Type	Sherry Hogshead
Cask Number	#9746
Release Year	2025
Limited Edition	291 bottles

Perfect For

• Collectors and Connoisseurs: Limited edition anniversary bottling with exceptional provenance
• Special Celebrations: Mark milestone moments with this rare 25-year expression
• Neat Sipping: Best enjoyed without ice to appreciate the full complexity
• Gift Giving: Prestigious presentation for the discerning whisky enthusiast

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Artist Dark Side of the Moon taste like?

This 25-year Speyside single malt offers rich sherry influence with honeyed dried fruits on the nose, followed by stewed apples, cinnamon, and orange peel on the palate. The extended maturation in sherry hogshead creates deep complexity with layers of dark chocolate, warm spices, and aged oak culminating in a long, warming finish.

Is this whisky good for cocktails?

At 52.3% ABV and with only 291 bottles produced, this rare 25-year single malt is best appreciated neat or with just a splash of water. Its exceptional character and limited availability make it too precious for mixing, allowing you to fully experience the quarter-century of maturation.

How should I drink Artist Dark Side of the Moon?

Serve neat in a Glencairn glass at room temperature to fully appreciate the aromatic complexity. If desired, add just a few drops of water to open up the flavors, as the cask strength 52.3% ABV can benefit from slight dilution to reveal more subtle notes.

What makes this Artist bottling special?

This is Artist's 15th anniversary release, limited to just 291 bottles from a single sherry hogshead cask. The 25-year age statement from respected Benrinnes Distillery, combined with the rich sherry maturation and cask strength bottling, creates an exceptional and collectible expression.

Is this similar to other Speyside whiskies?

While sharing Speyside's characteristic elegance, this Benrinnes expression stands apart due to the distillery's unique partial triple distillation process. The extended 25-year sherry maturation creates deeper, richer flavors than younger Speyside malts, with more intensity than typical Speyside expressions.

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