This release from Little Brown Dog, the Invergordon 7 Year Old, is something truly unique — a spirit that defies easy categorisation. Distilled at Invergordon by an American bourbon maker instructed to “do everything the same as you would in America,” the process mirrored authentic bourbon production in every way. However, because enzymes were pitched during fermentation to increase yield, the result falls outside Scotch whisky legislation. It can’t legally be called either bourbon or single grain Scotch, so it takes the name of a high rye Scottish spirit drink instead.

The mash bill leans heavily on rye, and the flavour carries that bold, spicy character one would expect from a bourbon-style whisky. There’s even a playful nod to its unofficial identity on the label, with a background image inspired by bourbon biscuits — a quiet wink to those in the know.

This bottling celebrates curiosity and the joy of experimentation, showcasing the blurred lines between traditions and the technicalities of classification. It’s a fascinating taste of what a bourbon-style whisky made in Scotland can be — spirited, distinctive, and full of character.