Oban Distillery has launched a new single malt Scotch whisky called ‘Little Curiosities’, featuring an illustrated bottle that maps the coastal town’s local stories and landmarks. The release coincides with a scavenger hunt starting on 11 July, which runs alongside the Clipper Round The World Yacht Race visiting Oban between 10 and 19 July.
The bottle is decorated with pictures of items and symbols connected to the seaside town. These include McCaig’s Tower, one of the area’s most recognisable landmarks, and several references to the distillery’s maritime roots.
Visitors can pick up a map from the distillery and search the town to find 10 of the icons printed on the bottle. Those who find and tick off every item will receive a complimentary gift. The design also features the distillery’s 1794 sign, which sits at the centre of the site. The hunt is open to guests from July to October this year.
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“The distillery’s history is deeply connected to the town,” said Emma Watson, Brand Home Manager at Oban Distillery. “We were established in 1794 so are a core part of the local history. Our latest distillery exclusive Little Curiosities is a great way to remember and share the tales and features which make our hometown so unique.”
The bottle has also been signed by recently retired Distillery Manager Ronnie Whiteford as a tribute to his time at Oban.
“We’re looking forward to welcoming people from Oban, tourists, and those here for the Clipper Round The World Yacht Race into the distillery as they set off to explore this small and fascinating part of the world,” Watson added.
The whisky has a rum cask finish. According to the official notes from the brand, the palate offers “sweet citrus with hints of bitter grapefruit, floral and lightly spicy”, with “hints of sea salt and black pepper on the long, warming finish”.
Founded in 1794, Oban Distillery is one of Scotland’s oldest and smallest working whisky distilleries. The special-edition release is available at the distillery’s retail shop, priced at £220 and bottled at 57.5% ABV.