Description

The Cadenhead’s Enigma 40 Year Old is an exceptionally rare Highland single malt Scotch whisky, with only 636 bottles produced globally. Part of Cadenhead’s mysterious Enigma Series, this release offers whisky lovers a chance to experience a legendary distillery profile with minimal disclosure—adding intrigue to every sip.

Believed to be sourced from a renowned Highland distillery, this whisky has been fully matured for 40 years in Bourbon hogsheads, resulting in a beautifully balanced and deeply complex spirit. It showcases the elegance of long-term aging while preserving vibrancy and character.

This is a true old-school whisky—rich, layered, and refined—with a harmony between spirit and cask that only decades of maturation can achieve. A must-have for collectors and connoisseurs seeking something rare, distinctive, and historically expressive.

Product Details

• Country: Scotland
• Region: Highland
• Brand: Cadenhead’s
• Series: Enigma Collection
• Enigma Code: HIG 3.A
• Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• Age: 40 Years
• Alcohol Volume (ABV): 44.5%
• Bottle Size: 700mL
• Standard Drinks: 24.89
• Cask Type: Bourbon Hogsheads
• Limited Release: Only 636 bottles worldwide

Tasting Notes

Nose:
Classic old-style whisky with musty depth, brandy snaps, ginger spice, and almond flakes.

Palate:
Bright and complex with clementines, shortcrust pastry, gingernuts, aniseed, and grilled pineapple.

Finish:
Long and evolving with vanilla ice cream, lemongrass, applewood, and subtle savoury notes of Serrano ham.