MacDuff International WaterProof Blended Scotch

WaterProof is a no-age-statement Blended Malt Scotch Whisky produced by MacDuff International, combining malt whiskies from multiple Scottish distilleries. Bottled at a higher-than-standard 45.8% ABV (91.6 proof), it is designed around a noticeable sherry-cask influence while also incorporating bourbon-cask maturation. The result is a rich, approachable malt with dried and orchard fruits, caramel and honeyed sweetness, chocolate, nuts, vanilla and warming spice. MacDuff International confirms WaterProof as one of its products, while competition records consistently identify the whisky at 45.8% ABV. 

Food Pairing: Pair with roast beef, glazed pork, mature cheddar, smoked Gouda, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, fruitcake, or caramel-based desserts.

Tasting Notes: Rich and rounded, with dried and cooked fruits supported by caramel, honey, chocolate, toasted malt, nuts and warming spice.

Nose: Caramel and dried fruit lead into dates, raisins and cooked orchard fruit, with chocolate, toffee and a gentle smoky nuance adding depth.

Palate: Honeyed sweetness and stewed apple develop alongside dried fruit, creamy malt, almonds and warming spice, with a subtle sherry richness throughout.

Finish: Medium and warming, with lingering nuttiness, dried fruit, chocolate, spice and a gently drying oak character.

Serve: Enjoy neat, with a small splash of water, over ice, or in a whisky highball. Its 45.8% ABV gives enough structure to work well both neat and in cocktails.