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24-04-2025
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Oban Welcomes A New And Extraordinary Scotch Whisky
A Limited-Edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky That Savors the Art of Appreciation NEW YORK, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In a world that moves fast, true craftsmanship takes time. Enter Oban's latest release, Oban 15 Cask Strength Sherry Cask Finish – a limited-edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky that celebrates the mastery of patience and precision. Meticulously aged and carefully finished in Andalusian Sherry Casks, this expressive whisky invites drinkers to slow down, savor the moment and appreciate the craft. Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: This new, creamy-smooth expression from Oban was aged to perfection in European Oak Butts and American Oak Hogshead Barrels before being finished in Oloroso and Palo Cortado Sherry Casks. On the nose, Oban 15 Cask Strength Sherry Cask Finish opens with aromas of dried raisin and orchard fruit, giving way to charred orange rind and lemon peel. The whisky's palate delivers layered notes of burnt sugar, cinder toffee and a slight hint of almonds, European Oak imparts tannins, pepper, and spice, culminating in a warm lingering finish of brown sugar. Tucked away in the West Highlands of Scotland, Oban Distillery has been producing exceptional whisky since 1794. Oban 15 Cask Strength Sherry Cask Finish was created by the distillery's seven artisans, inspired by the flavors and traditions of southern Spain's Andalusia region. Reflecting the distillery's long-standing dedication to quality, Oban 15 Cask Strength Sherry Cask Finish is a true embodiment of the mastery of the seasoned distillers who carefully create Oban day by day. Under the guidance of DIAGEO Master Blender Dr. Stuart Morrison, hand-selected casks were carefully finished for over four years in Oloroso and Palo Cortado Sherry Casks, resulting in a transportive tasting experience that marries sweet dried fruits, citrus and Oban's signature maritime salinity. "After years of development and refinement, we are proud to welcome Oban 15 Cask Strength Sherry Cask Finish," said Dr. Stuart Morrison. "The whisky is born of deliberate care and the passion of Oban's dedicated distillers." Oban 15 Cask Strength Sherry Cask Finish is a testament to balance and detail. Like a thoughtfully curated grazing board, every note, every flavor, and every detail of this whisky is crafted to be savored. It pairs beautifully with aged meats, nutty cheeses, and briny olives, making it the ideal choice for a neat dram and a sell-set grazing board. This limited-edition bottle is a testament to the art of appreciation, and is available at select spirits retailers nationwide with a suggested retail price of $150 for 750mL. Visit to find stores where Oban Cask Strength Aged 15 Years is available near you, or order a bottle for shipping or delivery at ReserveBar and For more information about Oban Distillery, click here and follow @obanwhisky on Instagram. ABOUT OBAN DISTILLERYThe Oban Distillery—one of the oldest and smallest distilleries in Scotland—has been making fine Single Malt Whisky since 1794. Located in the heart of the town that grew up around it, Oban was founded by brothers Hugh & John Stevenson. Made by a small group of artisans, Oban is distilled in tiny lantern-shaped copper pot stills, which are among the smallest in Scotland. This results in a truly balanced, extremely smooth whisky. Situated on a little bay between the West Highlands and the Islands, a mild maritime climate with a background of heather and peat is perfectly echoed in the malt whisky produced at Oban. ABOUT DIAGEO Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands including Johnnie Walker, Crown Royal, Bulleit and Buchanan's whiskies, Smirnoff and Ketel One vodkas, Casamigos, DeLeon and Don Julio tequilas, Captain Morgan, Baileys, Tanqueray and Guinness. Diageo is listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (DEO) and the London Stock Exchange (DGE) and our products are sold in more than 180 countries around the world. For more information about Diageo, our people, our brands, and performance, visit Visit Diageo's global responsible drinking resource, for information, initiatives, and ways to share best practice. Follow us on Instagram for news and information about Diageo North America: @Diageo_NA. Celebrating life, every day, everywhere. Diageo is a global leader in beverage alcohol with an outstanding collection of brands. Contact: HUNTERoban@ View original content: SOURCE DIAGEO
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31-03-2025
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Clipper round-the-world yacht race set to return to Scotland next summer
OBAN is set to welcome the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race once again, after it was selected as a port in the 25/26 edition of the legendary sailing challenge. The west coast town hosted the race for the first time in July last year, when it was estimated to have attracted thousands of visitors to the area and generated £2 million in revenue from the crews and their families alone. The town will be hoping for a repeat of this success when the competition's 11 boats and 200 sailors arrive there in early summer 2026, during the town's international sailing festival. The stopover will come during leg eight of the 40,000-nautical mile race, when the sailors will be tackling the 3900 nautical miles from North America to the finish line in Portsmouth. READ MORE: Five of the best things to do in Oban as it's crowned Scottish town of the year The announcement comes just months after Oban was named Scotland town of the year in the 2024 Scotland Loves Local awards. Argyll and Bute council leader Jim Lynch said it was 'fantastic news' that the race will be returning to Oban next year. 'It's a huge, international event and so is a welcome opportunity to attract people to Oban, and Argyll and Bute more widely, and to bring global focus on the area as a great place to visit and invest,' he added. Andrew Spence, chief executive of Bid4Oban, added that the event would 'showcase Scotland at its best with numerous events and activities planned'. Last year, the crews spent 10 days in Oban, during which they visited Dunollie Castle, and took part in whisky tastings at Oban Distillery, Gaelic lessons, and a shinty taster session, as well as a trip to nearby Lismore. Stirling-born Max Rivers, who was a skipper during the 2023-24 edition and is deputy race director in the 25-26 edition described the experience of arriving in home waters. 'The west coast of Scotland has some of the best sailing in the world, and it was an honour to share the most gorgeous parts of the nation with my global crew,' he said. 'Having grown up sailing in and around Oban, I relished the opportunity to sail there again with the Clipper Race. 'Our arrival and departure in the Firth of Lorn didn't disappoint with its amazing wind and scenery, making it truly one of the most memorable sailing locations in the world. 'And to top it off, the town was an amazing host with brilliant events and spectacular hospitality. 'Oban put on a superb stopover, and I am delighted that our next intake of international crew will get to enjoy all that the town has to offer in 2026.' The roster for the 25/26 edition of the race includes five participants living in Scotland, and Clipper Ventures head of partnerships, Kate Ashley, said work is currently underway to include a 'Scottish named yacht' in the event. 'This partnership with Oban means we will once again see this Scottish town of the year sit alongside major international cities on our race route,' she said. 'Oban, with its rich maritime history and warm hospitality, is the perfect destination to welcome our adventurous crew after a tough ocean crossing. 'Our event brings with it a global audience and in the 30 years since the Clipper Race launched its first circumnavigation, we've seen many collaborations develop into broader partnerships which can include a team entry. 'A Scottish named yacht in our event would give brands an international platform as our fleet sails to 14 destinations around the world and we are currently working to make this a possibility.' Other ports announced on the race so far are Portsmouth (where the race begins and ends), Cape Town, Tongyeong in Korea and Qingdao in China, with further ports due to be announced later this month. The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race was founded in 1996 by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, the first person to sail solo and non-stop around the world. Most participants have no previous sailing experience before undertaking an intensive training course to prepare them for the race, and they can choose to complete the full 11-month circumnavigation or to test themselves on one or multiple legs.
