Annandale Man O’Sword 10YR Single Cask 39 Single Malt Scotch

The Annandale Distillery, located in Annan in Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland, was originally founded in 1836 by George Donald and had a productive early period before being acquired by Johnnie Walker in the 1890s and eventually closing around 1918-1924. After lying dormant for nearly a century, the site was purchased in 2007 by Professor David Thomson and Teresa Church, and following a major restoration, the distillery resumed production in 2014.

Today, it emphasizes a “one-cask at a time” philosophy, producing single-cask, single-malt whisky with no vatting, proudly showcasing its heritage and modern craftsmanship. Within Annandale’s range, two signature expressions convey distinct character and local heritage:

Man O’Words – This is the unpeated (or lightly-peated) expression from Annandale, intended to be smooth, fruity, and malty. The name “Man O’Words” honors Robert Burns, Scotland’s national poet, who lived and worked in nearby Dumfries & Galloway.

Man O’Sword – This is the peated expression, smoky and robust, and the branding draws on the legacy of Robert the Bruce (7th Lord of Annandale and King of Scots). The “sword” element nods to his warrior heritage and to the more assertive whisky style.