The Elgin-based Glen Moray Distillery has announced the launch of two new limited-edition Spirit Drink bottlings, finished in Canadian maple syrup casks.

A first for the distillery, these latest releases are said to fuse the sweet richness of maple syrup with Glen Moray’s Speyside character, continuing its tradition of pushing the boundaries of maturation and innovation.

The Spirit Drink’s will come in peated and non-peated variations and both combine Glen Moray’s distinguished smooth and fruity personality with indulgent, syrup-rich depth.

With just over 200 bottles of each, both expressions are non-chill filtered and were initially matured in American oak casks before being finished in barrels which once held Canadian maple syrup. The unpeated version (59% ABV) is said to be smooth and dessert-like, with notes of sticky toffee, brown sugar and vanilla fudge. The peated bottling (59.1% ABV) adds gentle smoke to layers of treacle, smoked spice and maple glaze, creating a bold and balanced profile.

Commenting on the launch, Iain Allan, Global Brand Ambassador at Glen Moray, said: “We’re always exploring new cask finishes to push the boundaries of flavour. These limited-edition maple syrup casks are a bold example — the maple influence is immediate and unmistakable: rich, syrupy sweetness that adds depth and indulgence, while still allowing the Glen Moray character to shine through.”

Iain, went on to say: “The unpeated spirit brings out those classic dessert-like notes — fudge, toasted nuts, soft spice — while the peated version is a different experience altogether. The smoke and syrup play off each other nicely, creating a bold and layered dram that’s both sweet and savoury. We love surprising people at Spirit of Speyside—these playful, flavour-packed bottlings show our curiosity as distillers and prove that even after 125 years, we’re still finding new ways to bring flavour to life.”

The new Glen Moray Spirit Drink bottlings are now available from the distillery, while stocks last, for a RRP of £90.00.