Berry Bros. & Rudd Unveils 2026 Odyssey Collection

Berry Bros. & Rudd has unveiled its 2026 Odyssey collection – The Auld and the Bold.

First launched in 2024, the Odyssey is as an ongoing collection of themed annual releases which bring together single cask spirits connected by a mutual influence to form an “Odyssey”.

The Auld and the Bold is a celebration of the dialogue between Scotland’s great whisky traditions and a new generation of distillers redefining the category around the world. The collection includes 20 bottlings from 20 distilleries and is comprised of whiskies, rums, and a cognac:

Barbados (Foursquare) 2011, Cask #22
ABV: 60.2%
RRP: £110.00

A richly expressive rum from Barbados heavyweights Foursquare, distilled in a combination of column and pot stills. The nose leads with coconut mushroom sweets, warm toffee and singed oak. The palate is layered with buttery pastries, espresso crema, dark fruits and muscovado. Beneath this there’s a tropical depth of ripe pineapple, balanced by a lift of charred barrel spice. The finish stretches out with toasted coconut, molasses and prickly nutmeg.

Blair Athol 2011, Cask #308064
ABV: 56.9%
RRP: £85.00

Golden hued and arresting, this unusual Viognier finish brings a curious twist to Blair Athol’s robust core. The nose opens with tropical fruit salad, alongside honeyed brioche and teasing wisp of soft cheese rind. On the palate, coconut cream and apricot mingle with barley sugar and a cooling trace of mint, all wrapped up in a sumptuous, waxy texture. A gentle undercurrent of toasted oak and lemon curd carries through the finish, with echoes of candied ginger, and a distant floral lift.

Caol Ila 2011, Cask #312219
ABV: 52.4%
RRP: £95.00

Aromas of sticky – sweet cola confectionery rise from the glass, entwined with dense red-fruit preserves and a hint of scorched caramel. The palate reveals Islay’s signature peat smoke, layered over indulgent, syrup-laden sweetness. Waves of jammy opulence and caramelised crust glide into a finish marked by lingering coastal smokiness.

Caroni 1997, Cask #879
ABV: 58.3%
RRP: £495.00

Tar- soaked and swaggering, this column- distilled, heavy style rum erupts from the glass with waves of demerara sugar and scorched mango, pursued by papaya and charred pineapple. This is followed by strangely seductive, almost transgressive waves of bicycle inner tube, softened by honeycomb and smouldering caramel. The palate crashes in heavy and unapologetic, with thick rubber, and a riot of barbecued tropical fruits. A bold, defiant spirit that reminds us exactly why the now extinct Caroni Distillery remains one of the most sought – after names in rum.

Diamond 2003, Cask #49
ABV: 57.4%
RRP: £135.00

Distilled on the legendary Versailles wooden pot still, this rum from Diamond is spirit -led and vividly tropical. The nose bursts with guava and underripe mango, anchored by mushy banana, vanilla pod and warm teak. The palate is bright and oily, pulsing with lime leaf, white chocolate and canned pineapple. A lick of green peppercorn follows, before a finish of salted papaya and lingering estery heat.

Frapin 1990, Cask #1
ABV: 44.0%
RRP: £195.00

What a rare treat it is to sample an early landed Cognac of such age. The nose opens with radiant orchard fruits and crème brûlée, lifted by orange peel and a touch of vanilla. On the palate, stone fruits swell, held in check by a firm grip from the silky, viscous spirit. Caramelised apple follows, joined by warm ginger and a dusting of nutmeg, before a finish which lingers on spiced apple and gentle oak.

Glencadam 2011, Cask #800224
ABV: 57.8%
RRP: £80.00

An exuberant pour, bursting with tinned peaches, mango nectar, and apricot syrup. There’s lemon zest, too, alongside vanilla pod and golden honey. On the palate it’s chewy and mouth coating, with ripe stone fruits layered over soft toffee and a warming prickle of oak spice. Fresh and juicy throughout, it finishes with a satisfying echo of tropical fruit and sweet spice.

Glen Garioch 2011, Cask #8029
ABV: 55.1%
RRP: £95.00

A brooding dram, opening with warm walnut skins, buttered raisin loaf, and a seam of dark chocolate. A flicker of struck match drifts through but stays well- behaved, before a palate which deepens into richer cocoa, raisins steeped in syrup, and a thread of Madagascan vanilla. The finish lingers with roasted nuts and bittersweet chocolate, tapering off into a satisfying glow.

Glenlossie 1975, Cask #5966
ABV: 44.6%
RRP: £1,500.00

A style of whisky that has grown increasingly elusive over time. The nose opens on candle wax and beeswax polish, lifted by light florals, with a core of vibrant green, stone, and citrus fruits that remain remarkably alive. On the palate, the years are evident: it’s dense, oily and assured, with real structural presence. The finish unwinds slowly, fading through candied ginger into gently toasted malt. This is a whisky shaped not by an assertive cask, but by patience and restraint. Its calm, layered complexity reflects long, undisturbed ageing – a reminder that time, when trusted, has a way of rewarding those willing to wait.

GlenWyvis 2018, Cask #157
ABV: 58.1%
RRP: £85.00

The nose opens with a medley of dried fruits, lifted by a cool whisper of menthol. On the palate, waves of dark chocolate intertwine with bright orange peel and the crunch of roasted nuts, all anchored by Glen Wyvis’ signature clean, cereal backbone. The cask has imparted fine-grained tannins to the dram that frame the flavours, adding structure without veering into austerity. The finish lingers, carrying spiced fruits and a delicate dusting of cocoa.

Lark 2016, Cask #CC21
ABV: 62.9%
RRP: £270.00

Our friends down under never cease to surprise, particularly in the depth of character their whiskies can achieve in such a short time in cask. The nose immediately intrigues with an unexpectedly mature depth, offering dried fruits, caramel, orange peel, dark chocolate, and ripe plum – notes reminiscent of a bold, sherry – driven malt, yet derived instead from full maturation in an Australian Tawny Port cask. The palate follows through with equal intent. There’s a firm initial grip, followed by a generous sweetness that underpins the richness. Caramel unfolds across succulent red fruits, while a measured wave of spice keeps the whisky’s decadent weight in check.

Longmorn 2011, Cask #263
ABV: 49.9%
RRP: £95.00

A handsome dram, evocative of an older style of sherry – matured Scotches. The nose is redolent of polished antique wood, figs, and Medjool dates steeped in old Armagnac. Orange oil glints through the richness, lending lift to a palate layered with dark fruit compote, dusty cocoa powder, and the glow of well- seasoned oak. There’s a nostalgic depth to this whisky, nothing ostentatious, just quiet confidence and balance.

Paul John 2015, Cask #6329
ABV: 57.9%
RRP: £195.00

This young Goan malt belies its years in cask, shaped by Scottish-sourced peat, Indian-grown barley, and rapid tropical maturation. Confident and richly expressive, it will feel comfortably familiar to lovers of Scotland’s smoky malts. A bellowing arrival of peat smoke rolls in first, wrapped around sweet malt and warming honey. Vanilla pods and baking spices follow, while flashes of green apple and marmalade brighten the edges. Beneath the smoke, hints of tropical fruit emerge, atop buttery shortbread. The finish lingers with ashy peat, vibrant fruit, and a final return of sweet honey.

Ruadh Mhor 2011, Cask #284
ABV: 60.6%
RRP: £100.00

The nose opens with earthy peat, damp bracken, and scorched herbs. Beneath this, a gentle swell of wildflower honey and malted barley sweetness rises, brightened by crisp apple skin and roasted meats. On the palate, the drama deepens as charcoal embers and singed twigs sharpen the edges, the peat now resolute yet softened by a lingering sweetness. A distinctive dram that speaks proudly of its origin, anchored by a sweet backbone that calls you back for more.

Spirit of Yorkshire 2017, Cask #2231
ABV: 57.1%
RRP: £125.00

A delightfully fruity dram from this cult Northern trailblazer, pot distilled, and rested for 9 years a short distance from the North Sea at Filey Bay. The nose opens boldly and wears its heart o n its sleeve, with apricot skin, raspberry jam, orange oils and ripe pineapple. Peach flesh softens the edges, while beneath it run darker threads of honey, ginger and a light dusting of chocolate. It’s lively, expressive, just a touch flamboyant, but never flashy for its own sake. Cut with care, confident in just how much to reveal, and how to carry it well.

Tamdhu 2008, Cask #80000778
ABV: 61.2%
RRP: £115.00

Sumptuous from the off, this Moscatel- driven Tamdhu brims with dense red fruits, underpinned by apricot conserve and ripe peach. A whisper of coconut waves through, while candied ginger pricks the palate with subtle heat. The distillate’s weight carries it all effortlessly, giving way to soft oak and a glowing, spiced warmth on the finish.

Teerenpeli 2014, Cask #11082014A
ABV: 56.8%
RRP: £130.00

Treacle and muscovado sugar lead, carried on a sheen of polished oak. Christmas pudding follows next, ripe, spiced, and thick with dates. Dark chocolate then takes hold, lending a firm, bittersweet depth as the whisky broadens across the palate. A lingering finish brings dried fruit syrup, cocoa dust, and final nod of seasoned oak.

Thomson 2017, Cask #221
ABV: 52.2%
RRP: £135.00

An intriguing dram from this Kiwi distillery, crafted with malt smoked over fragrant Manuka wood. The nose opens with a swirl of aromatic wood smoke, hints of frazzles, warm clove, and a whisper of mesquite. On the palate, waves of charred oak and savoury smoked meat mingle with bright lemongrass and a drizzle of golden honey. The finish lingers with a final flourish of that distinctive smokey profile, gently fading into sweet, mellow malt.

Thy 2016, Cask #67
ABV: 54.5%
RRP: £165.00

This single malt was produced from peated Odyssey barley and matured in an ex-bourbon barrel before a short finishing period in an ex-oloroso hogshead. The nose opens with dried apricot, orange peel, chocolate, and fruit – salad sweets, all threaded with gentle, aromatic smoke. That soft smokiness carries onto an unctuous palate, layered with roasted herbs, savoury meat notes, and vanilla-caramel sweetness. The finish unfurls slowly, beginning with a soft wash of caramel before deeper notes of toasted oak emerge.

Williamson 2010, Cask #875032
ABV: 56.0%
RRP: £100.00

A distillate – driven dram, barely marked by its 15 years in oak, allowing Williamson’s modern style to sing in full voice. The nose brims with camphor, iodine and brine, lifted by seaweed and citrus peel through a veil of coal smoke. On the palate, smoked meats, green olives and a splash of seawater roll in, joined by a mineral whisper of chalk. A whisky deeply rooted in the place that birthed it, and a a fine study in coastal clarity and intensity.

The Auld and the Bold collection is now available to purchase from the Berry Bros. & Rudd spirits shop at No. 1 St James’s Street, London. For more information the collection, visit bbr.com.

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