Càrn Mòr

Càrn Mòr is an independent Scotch whisky bottler best known for its transparent, small-batch releases that celebrate individuality and cask character. Operated by Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers, a family company with deep roots in the whisky industry, Càrn Mòr has become a trusted name for enthusiasts seeking high-quality single malts and grains outside standard distillery bottlings.

The Morrison family’s whisky heritage stretches back to the early 20th century, with notable connections to the former Morrison Bowmore Distillers. Today, under the leadership of Brian and Jamie Morrison, the company bottles whiskies that range from young, vibrant spirits to rare, long-aged casks, always with an emphasis on honesty and flavour.

Bottling Philosophy

Càrn Mòr’s core principle is to let the whisky speak for itself. All releases are bottled with natural colour and without chill filtration, ensuring the integrity of the spirit’s texture and taste. Labels are rich with detail, including distillation and bottling dates, cask type, cask number (for single casks), ABV, and outturn.

Rather than chasing uniformity, Càrn Mòr embraces the individuality of each cask. This means that no two bottlings — even from the same distillery — are exactly alike, offering drinkers a snapshot of a whisky at a specific moment in its maturation.

Distilleries and Styles

Càrn Mòr has bottled whiskies from an extensive range of distilleries, including well-known names like Glen Garioch, Ben Nevis, and Caol Ila, as well as smaller or lesser-seen producers such as Glenburgie, Dailuaine, and Glenlossie. The diversity spans every Scotch region — Speyside, Highlands, Islay, Islands, Lowlands, and Campbeltown — and includes both peated and unpeated styles.

Cask types are equally varied, with releases matured in ex-bourbon barrels, sherry butts, wine casks, and more unusual finishes like rum or port. This breadth gives drinkers the chance to explore how different wood influences shape the character of each whisky.

Flavour and Appeal

Because Càrn Mòr focuses on individuality rather than house style, flavour profiles vary widely. Expect anything from bright, grassy, and citrus-driven Lowlanders to rich, sherried Highland malts or smoky, coastal Islay drams. What unites them is the bottler’s commitment to balance, authenticity, and clear provenance.

Reputation

Among whisky enthusiasts, Càrn Mòr has a reputation for quality without pretension. The brand is seen as a reliable source for well-chosen casks at fair prices, making it popular with both collectors and curious drinkers looking to explore beyond distillery core ranges.

Our Càrn Mòr selection spans the approachable Strictly Limited series through to rare, cask strength Celebration of the Cask releases. Whether you’re hunting for a hidden Speyside gem, a bold Islay malt, or an elegant sherried Highlander, Càrn Mòr offers a gateway to the diversity and excitement of Scotland’s distilling craft, bottled with integrity and a family’s century-old passion for whisky.