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Everything we have from Caperdonich
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"Closed" is too weak a word here
At most mothballed distilleries the building still exists and production could in theory restart. Not at Caperdonich. The plant shut down in 2002 and the complex was demolished in 2010 and 2011.
Only one warehouse is still standing, which has since become part of the Forsyths copper works in Rothes. The stills have been reused: one pair went to The Belgian Owl, the rest to Falkirk. New Caperdonich can therefore no longer exist.
The bottles we have in stock
Official bottlings were rare during the years of operation; most went into blends. What you see here comes largely from independent bottlers.
Caperdonich Celebration Of The Cask – Càrn Mòr 24Y 1992 #121141
Caperdonich Celebration Of The Cask – Càrn Mòr 24Y 1992 #121141
€ 599,00
Valinch & Mallet The Spirit of Art – Caperdonich 2000 – 20Y
Valinch & Mallet The Spirit of Art – Caperdonich 2000 – 20Y
€ 399,00
SIGNATORY CAPERDONICH 2000 20Y CASK STRENGTH
SIGNATORY CAPERDONICH 2000 20Y CASK STRENGTH
€ 337,99
Once Glen Grant number two
- A brief history
- Glen Grant No. 2This is how it began, at the end of the nineteenth century.
- Over 60 yearsThat is how long everything stood still after the first closure.
- 1965Rebuilt and reopened under a new name.
- 2002Permanently shut down.
Caperdonich was built as Glen Grant’s second installation, across the road, with the same water and the same barley and with the aim of making the same whisky. The spirit was pumped through a pipe over the public road to Glen Grant. In practice it turned out not to be identical after all, and it is precisely that difference that makes the name interesting to enthusiasts.
After an operating period of only four years the distillery closed in the early twentieth century and stayed silent for well over sixty years. Only in 1965 was it rebuilt and reopened. The name then had to change, because two distilleries operating at the same time were not allowed to carry the same name.
The link with Glen Grant is often stretched too far. It ran in parallel for a long time, but in 2005 and 2006 the paths parted: Glen Grant went to Campari, Caperdonich stayed with Chivas Brothers. Since then they have been two different houses.
Not mothballed, but demolished. Nothing more will be added.
What these bottles go with
Drink it neat, slowly, in a small glass. You do not drink a bottle from a demolished distillery just for the sake of a good time.
Peated spirit has also been made, which was unusual for the region. Ask in the shop what is in stock at the moment.
Call 0570 541 278 or drop in at Brink 2 in Bathmen if you would like to talk it over.
Frequently asked questions about Caperdonich
How many Caperdonich does ’t Bockje have in stock?
Seven bottles.
Does Caperdonich still exist?
No. The distillery was mothballed in 2002 and demolished in 2010 and 2011. One warehouse is still standing, which now belongs to the Forsyths coppersmiths.
Could any new Caperdonich still come out?
No. Everything still to be released comes from casks filled in 2002 at the latest.
What was the link with Glen Grant?
Caperdonich started as Glen Grant No. 2, across the road. Since 2005 and 2006 they have had different owners: Glen Grant went to Campari, Caperdonich stayed with Chivas Brothers.
Why is it no longer called Glen Grant No. 2?
When it reopened in 1965 the name had to change, because two distilleries operating at the same time were not allowed to bear the same name.
Can I collect these bottles in Bathmen?
Yes. You can always order online or collect at Brink 2, or simply walk in.
Order, collect or drop by
- In stock in our shop at Brink 2 in Bathmen
- Available to order online and have delivered, including abroad
- Order online or collect in Bathmen
- Personal advice via 0570 541 278 or info@bockje.nl
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday 09.00–18.00, Saturday 09.00–17.00. Closed Monday and Sunday
Wij verkopen geen alcohol aan personen onder de 18 jaar. NIX18.
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Brink 2, Bathmen
All our stock is in the shop, not in a warehouse somewhere else. If you walk in with a name you couldn't find anywhere, it is often simply here on the shelf. You can also call: 0570 541 278.
Wij verkopen geen alcohol aan personen onder de 18 jaar. NIX18
- Tuesday to Friday 09.00 – 18.00
- Saturday 09.00 – 17.00
- Monday and Sunday closed