Milroys

Milroy’s Bottlings represent the independent spirit of London’s oldest specialist whisky shop, a tradition that began in 1964 when brothers John and Wallace Milroy opened their now-legendary store in Soho. Over the decades, Milroy’s has become synonymous with quality, expertise, and the careful selection of distinctive casks from Scotland and beyond. The shop’s own-label bottlings embody this heritage, each chosen for its individuality, authenticity, and ability to deliver a memorable dram.

From the earliest days, Milroy’s carved a reputation for introducing whisky lovers to single malt Scotch at a time when blends dominated the market. The brothers were pioneers, bottling casks under their own name and offering them to customers who valued flavour, provenance, and the unique character of single cask releases. Many of these early Milroy’s bottlings have since become cult collector’s items, with auction prices reflecting their historical significance.

The range spans all of Scotland’s whisky regions, from the honeyed richness of Speyside to the maritime power of Islay, and often ventures further afield to include world whiskies and other premium spirits. Milroy’s has bottled well-aged malts from iconic names like Glen Grant, Glenlivet, and Springbank, alongside characterful younger drams from distilleries less often seen as single casks.

Cask selection is at the heart of the process. The Milroy’s team works closely with trusted industry contacts, including independent bottlers, brokers, and distilleries, to secure casks with exceptional flavour potential. Whether it’s a first-fill bourbon barrel offering vanilla, citrus, and floral notes, or an oloroso sherry butt delivering deep fruitcake, chocolate, and spice, every cask is chosen with the drinker in mind.

Packaging reflects Milroy’s straightforward, quality-first ethos. Labels are clean and informative, emphasising the whisky’s provenance rather than elaborate marketing. This understated approach speaks directly to enthusiasts who value what’s in the bottle above all else.

Our Milroy’s Bottlings selection offers an ever-changing portfolio of rare and distinctive whiskies, with something for both seasoned collectors and those discovering single cask whisky for the first time. Many are bottled at cask strength, allowing you to experience the spirit exactly as it was in the warehouse, while others are reduced to a carefully judged ABV for optimal balance.

Whether you’re hunting for a unique gift, seeking a dram that captures the essence of a particular distillery, or expanding a personal collection with bottlings that combine history, provenance, and flavour, Milroy’s Bottlings remain a hallmark of quality in the independent whisky world, carrying forward a Soho tradition that’s over half a century in the making.