Whisky Collectors in Singapore went NUTS for these 5 Whiskies in 2025
Whisky Collectors in Singapore went NUTS for these 5 Whiskies in 2025
Singapore's whisky scene in 2025 is a vibrant landscape of heritage and modern exclusivity. For serious collectors, the focus has shifted toward high-proof rarities and celebratory local releases. Whether you are looking for investment-grade bottles or a centrepiece for your home bar, these five expressions represent the pinnacle of collectability this year.
1. Macallan 12 Years 110 Proof
Originally released as a high-strength exclusive, this 110-proof expression is a powerhouse for Macallan enthusiasts. While standard 12-year releases sit at 40% ABV, this version reaches 55% ABV, offering a much deeper concentration of the distillery's signature dried fruit and warm oak spice.
- Why it's collectible: High-proof official bottlings from Macallan are historically some of the best-performing bottles on the secondary market.
- Tasting Note: Intense sherry influence with dark chocolate and spice.
Released specifically to celebrate Singapore’s 60th birthday (SG60), this is arguably the most coveted bottle on this list. A collaboration between eight of Singapore’s top whisky bars and the legendary Springbank distillery, only 228 bottles exist.
- Why it's collectible: Extremely limited production and deep local significance make it a "holy grail" for Singaporean collectors.
- Details: Matured in a Refill Port Hogshead and bottled at 53.5% ABV.
3. Speyside 17 Years Old (Signatory Cask Strength)
Often referred to as a "Secret Speyside," this independent bottling is widely recognized by connoisseurs as high-quality spirit from the Macallan Distillery. Bottled by Signatory Vintage, it matured for 17 years in a first-fill Oloroso sherry butt.
- Why it's collectible: It offers a raw, cask-strength Macallan experience without the premium price of an official label, though its rarity is climbing as word gets out.
- ABV: 57.5%.
4. Springbank 10 Years Fino Sherry
Part of Springbank’s highly successful "Sherry Wood" series, the 2025 Fino release is a masterclass in balance. It spent four years in bourbon casks followed by six years in fresh Fino sherry hogsheads.
- Why it's collectible: Fino sherry maturation is rare for Springbank, and with only 11,400 bottles worldwide, it often disappears from Singapore shelves instantly.
- Profile: Blood orange, vanilla custard, and subtle maritime salt.
5. GlenAllachie 17 Years Mizunara & Oloroso
Master Distiller Billy Walker’s "Masters of Wood" series produced this stunning marriage of rare Japanese Mizunara oak and rich Spanish Oloroso sherry casks.
- Why it's collectible: Mizunara oak is notoriously difficult to work with and very expensive, making any 17-year-old expression using this wood a rare find.
Singapore Availability: Highly sought after in local boutiques for its unique "sandalwood and incense" profile.