Buchanan's Select Aged 15 Years is the brand's blended malt, a personal creation of Buchanan's Master Blender Craig Wallace that sets it apart from the rest of the range. Unlike a traditional blended Scotch, which combines malt and grain whiskies, Select is composed exclusively of fine single malt Scotch whiskies drawn from the heart of Scotland, every one matured for a minimum of 15 years. The label calls it Malt Perfection, and the description captures its character neatly: a gentle twist of peat smoke, a hint of rich fruit and the smoothness of mature barley malt. Bottled at 40% ABV (80 proof), it pours a golden amber and opens with warm toffee, vanilla and caramel over delicate fruit and floral hints. The palate brings a delicious harmony of toffee sweetness and deep fruit, with honeyed almond, dried apricot and fig, before a gentle wave of smoky warmth and soft oak spice builds through the middle. The finish is pleasantly drying, with lingering smoke and malt. The brand's recommended serve could not be simpler: pour it over ice in a rocks glass, though it also shines neat for those who want to explore its layers. Presented in the classic squat Buchanan's bottle with a green capsule and embossed James Buchanan and Co. glasswork, Select 15 sits between the approachable DeLuxe 12 and the richer Special Reserve 18, offering all malt depth at an accessible price. The brand behind it dates to 1884, when James Buchanan founded his whisky company. It is an ideal step up for Buchanan's fans and a smart gift for anyone who enjoys smooth, fruit forward Scotch with a touch of smoke.
ABV / Proof
| ABV |
40% |
| Proof |
80 |
| Size |
750ml |
| Country |
Scotland |
| Type |
Blended Malt Scotch Whisky |
| Age |
15 Years |
| Composition |
100% single malt Scotch whiskies (no grain whisky) |
| Master Blender |
Craig Wallace |
| Importer |
Diageo, New York, NY |
Tasting Notes
Color: Golden amber.
Nose: Warm toffee, vanilla and caramel with delicate fruit and floral hints.
Palate: Toffee sweetness and deep fruit, with honeyed almond, dried apricot and fig, followed by a gentle wave of smoky warmth and soft oak spice.
Finish: Pleasantly drying, with lingering smoke and malt.
FAQ
What is a blended malt Scotch whisky?
A blended malt combines single malt whiskies from more than one distillery with no grain whisky. Buchanan's Select is made exclusively from single malts.
How old is Buchanan's Select?
Every malt in the blend is matured for a minimum of 15 years.
What proof is Buchanan's Select 15?
It is bottled at 40% ABV, which is 80 proof.
Is Buchanan's Select smoky?
It has a gentle twist of peat smoke balanced by toffee sweetness and rich fruit, so it is lightly smoky rather than heavily peated.
How should I serve Buchanan's Select 15?
The brand recommends pouring it over ice in a rocks glass. It is also excellent neat.
Where can I buy Buchanan's Select 15 online?
Available here at Liquor On Broadway while stock lasts, with fast insured shipping nationwide.
