Holyrood Distillery Noir – Premier Cru Yeast

86/ 100Very good

Holyrood Distillery Noir – Premier Cru Yeast - 2025 Release is a Scottish single malt whisky from a modern distillery known for exploring how yeast can shape flavour. The "Premier Cru Yeast" name points to a fermentation-led style rather than peat, with an emphasis on distillery character.

Category: Single Malt
Bottled by: Holyrood Distillery
ABV: 47.2%
Release: 2025

Reviews

WhiskyNotes published a reviewJan 13, 2026
Holyrood Distillery Noir – Premier Cru Yeast
Single Malt
2025 release47.2% ABV
Very good review score, 86 out of 100
Fruity sweetness, bright sparkle and a pleasant tart note make this a distinctive dram that grew on the reviewer into a firm favourite.
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