SMWS 53.504 Maritime Drift

ABV: 52.8%
Age: 31 years
Vintage: 1993

Warm oak and honey mingle with smoked pears and sea air, sailing alongside grapefruit zest and honey-glazed lobster. The palate reveals toffee apples and lemon-dressed prawns, finishing with the comforting sweetness of vanilla sponge cake, capturing the essence of a maritime journey.

Category: Single Malt
Bottled by: The Scotch Malt Whisky Society
Cask selection: Single cask
ABV: 52.8%
Age: 31 years
Cask: 1st Fill Ex-Bourbon Hogshead
Cask number: 53.504
Vintage: 1993
Released: Oct 10, 2025

Reviews

dcramer tastedMar 29, 2026
SMWS 53.504 Maritime Drift
Caol Ila
1993 vintage31 years52.8%
The name nails it. The nose is a musty ocean side pier, but the taste on this one is great. Definitely a pleasant surprise!