Our mission is a single-minded one: to seek out the world’s finest, rarest and most remarkable aged spirits to share with our discerning customers. Our philosophy is demanding but meritocratic: the quest is for the liquid and not the label.
The discovery, curation, and creation of the finest and most delicious aged spirits has taken us to the four corners of the world on many an unexpected adventure; tasting extraordinary liquids, meticulously recording their stories and uncovering history as we go.
Each release is finite. It may be only a handful of bottles, or in some cases just over a thousand, but it will never be found again. Savor The Last Drop ... before there is no more.
Release No. 27
A superb and exceptionally rare bourbon created in collaboration with Buffalo Trace Distillery, this unique whiskey was drawn from three remarkable barrels distilled in 1995, 1996 and 1997. It represents the culmination of decades of craftsmanship, blending maturity and vibrancy in equal measure.
The result of careful selection and expert marrying by Master Blender Drew Mayville and Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley, this whiskey offers a rich and layered profile. Aged for over a quarter of a century, it shows intense notes of seasoned oak, dark fruits, and warm spice, with an elegant finish of leather, tobacco and caramel.
Only 508 bottles worldwide.
Tasting Notes
Rich oak tannins, dark chocolate, medjool dates and hints of tobacco and leather. The long ageing adds layers of complexity, while retaining balance and depth through a vibrant, warming finish.
Release No. 38
Distilled in April 1969, this elegant and characterful single malt spent over five decades ageing in a combination of ex-sherry butts and hogsheads, before being refilled into a fresh ex-Matusalem sherry cask for a final period of gentle maturation.
A complex and indulgent whisky, it offers the soft richness of ripe fruits and warm spice, wrapped in the mellow elegance that only comes with time. A rare and refined spirit — sociable, expressive and deeply satisfying.
Only 430 bottles worldwide.
Tasting Notes
Ripe peaches, red fruits, and toasted almonds, balanced with warming toffee and exotic baking spices. A luxurious, smooth finish with gentle sweetness and spice.
Release No. 39
A rare and refined Japanese whisky crafted from two Mizunara oak casks — both filled in the year 2000 at the legendary Hanyu Distillery. This exceptional blend showcases the harmony of tradition and innovation that defines Japanese whisky at its best.
The result is a contemplative and complex spirit with floral, nutty, and spiced aromatics layered over delicate fruit and oak character. A rare opportunity to experience the unique influence of Japan’s rarest oak.
Only 319 bottles worldwide.
Tasting Notes
Sandalwood, nutmeg, and marzipan on the nose, with flavours of tropical fruit, red berries and soft spice on the palate. A warm, lingering finish of cinnamon and incense.
These three pioneers, James Espey, Tom Jago and Peter Fleck pooled their professional resources with a new goal in mind: to find The Last Drop of the best spirits in the world. Now, two of their daughters, Rebecca Jago and Beanie Espey continue their fathers’ vision as joint managing directors leading a stellar team. The mission is to find the most rare and most delicious spirits wherever they may be hiding.
All of the Last Drop expressions are a part of the rare and exclusive Legacy de Forge collection.
1971 Blended Scotch Whisky
Awarded 97 points, Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2017
Blended Scotch Whisky of the Year
Hors D'Age 1947 Cognac 1961
Awarded 96.5 points, Nick Faith 2017
1972 Lochside Single Grain Scotch Whisky
Awarded 94 points, Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2017
1961 Dumbarton Single Grain Scotch Whisky
Awarded 96 points, Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2016
50 Year Old Double-Matured Blended Scotch Whisky
Awarded 9.5 points, Charles Maclean for Whiskeria Magazine
Awarded 97 points, Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2016
Scotch Blend of the Year
Blended Scotch Whisky of the Year (25 - 50 years)
1967 Glen Garioch Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Awarded 96 points, Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2015
Single Malt of the Year (single cask)
Single Malt Scotch of the Year (41 years & over, single cask)
48 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
Awarded 96.5 points, Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2015
Scotch Whisky of the Year
Blended Scotch Whisky of the Year
50 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky
The Whisky Advocate's Blended Whisky of the Year 2014
Awarded 96.5 points, Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2014
Blended Scotch Whisky of the Year (25-50 years)
1950 Finest Aged Cognac
Exceptionally awarded 95 points by Jim Murray
1960 Blended Scotch Whisky
Awarded 96.5 points, Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2009
Scotch Blended Whisky of the Year
Best New Scotch Blended Whisky of the Year
Best Premium Blended Scotch Whisky of the Year
"If you can find a blend where the smoke has this perfect an effect, please point me to it; (...) even though I now know many of the people at The Last Drop, I am still not entirely sure how they keep doing it. Just how do they continue to unearth whiskies which are truly staggering; absolute marvels of their type? This one is astonishing because the grain used is just about faultless. And the peating levels can be found around about the perfect mark on the dial. Just mesmerically beautiful."
Jim Murray's Whisky Bible
Blended Scotch Whisky of the Year Awarded 97 points
“A discernible 70s blending style makes it a true relic of times past.”
Charlie MacLean
“This is just a sublime Tawny of class and pedigree and it comes highly recommended. 97 Points. Drink.”
Neal Martin
Wine critic for Vinous, previously of The Wine Advocate. Author of Pomerol
“A fine Colheita Tawny. 93 Points. Drink.”
Neal Martin
Wine critic for Vinous, previously of The Wine Advocate. Author of Pomerol
“The fact that the eau de vie was laid down in the same year the Great Gatsby was published, or work on Mount Rushmore began and indeed the first edition of The New Yorker was released, helps its history come alive. But as evocative and vital as these dates are, the most stunning aspect of this spirit is its taste.”
Tom Sandham, Daily Telegraph
“For its age, it is out of this world. Not a hint of tiredness, nor an aged blemish. Brilliant.”
Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible
“Just one of those whiskies there is not enough time in the day for. One to share with your partner … when the lights are low and you are on your own.”
Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible
96.5 points Blended Scotch Whisky of the Year (26-50+ Years Old)
“A superstar whisky that gives us all reason to live.”
Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible
