28 year old Highland single malt whisky to be released to celebrate Scotland’s ties to Brazil
A range of spirits, including a 28 year old single malt Highland whisky, are set to be released to celebrate Scotland’s ties to Brazil, ahead of the World Cup.
A pioneering transatlantic spirits collaboration between Scotland and Brazil was unveiled this week with the launch of Spirit of Brazil; a triple release featuring two distinct whiskies and a premium cachaça.
Sharing the same name and labels linked together by the use of the Spirit of Brazil tartan, these spirits express three very different terroirs while celebrating a unified cultural bond.
This project brought together Lamas Destilaria (Brazil), 8 Doors Distillery (Scotland), and Casa Studart Cachaçaria (Brazil), to celebrate craftsmanship, cultural exchange, and innovation in the global spirits category, as well as Scotland’s footballing ties to Brazil.
The Spirit of Brazil collaboration includes: A Single Malt Scotch Whisky released under the Seven Sons independent bottling label, by 8 Doors Distillery. This single cask liquid was personally selected by master blender John Ramsay and distilled in 1998-the same year Scotland last faced Brazil in a FIFA World Cup match.
The 28 year old single malt is a peated Highland expression, with a light smoky flavour and subtle fruit notes.
As well as the Scotch, there’s a Brazilian Single Malt Whisky produced by Lamas Destilaria, matured in ex-bourbon American oak casks and finished in pau-brasil (Paubrasilia echinata), a native wood deeply embedded in the country’s identity as the national tree of Brazil. It has a distinctive deep colour and flavour profile unique to this rare wood maturation.
Finally, an Artisanal Cachaça produced by Casa Studart Cachaçaria, representing the soul of Brazilian distillation. This premium spirit showcases the traditional methods of sugarcane fermentation and distillation that define Brazil’s national drink, marking Casa Studart's official entry into this historic partnership.
Speaking at the Spirit of Brazil launch at Hampden Park on Tuesday 14 April, founder of 8 Doors Distillery Kerry Campbell said: “I remember the 1998 (Scotland vs Brazil) game and so to think that we’re 28 years on and we can be part of something else that’s creating history here is absolutely fantastic.
“We knew that the whisky that was to be created had to represent that journey over the last 28 years and how we bring those nations together.
“This collaboration allowed us to bring together diverse spirits and cultures in a way that feels authentic.
“With Seven Sons, our focus is on exceptional casks with a strong narrative; adding Casa Studart to this project creates a truly holistic representation of Brazilian and Scottish craft.”
John Ramsay, master blender added: “Selecting a whisky distilled in 1998 felt particularly fitting. It anchors this release in a moment of shared sporting history, reinforcing the connection that defines this project.”
The Seven Sons bottling pre-sale from 8 Doors Distillery will go live on 24 April priced at £240 per bottle. With limited availability, those interested are encouraged to sign up for early access here.
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