THE INFINITY CASKDemonstrating our steadfast pursuit of excellence and partnering with renowned Sherry Bodega José y Miguel Martín, we invested millions of pounds in our very own bespoke cask design: the Infinity Cask. ‘Infinity’ is the first new cask size to be developed in over a century, demonstrating Ardgowan’s aspiration to create the highest quality Single Malt. Each is crafted from European oak and is specifically engineered for long maturation periods of 18 years or more.

The Cask

Made from European oak sourced from the forests of Galicia in northwest Spain, the wood is air-dried for two years, allowing the oak to maintain its structure while enhancing its ability to impart flavours during maturation.
The oak is then heavily toasted: a process that unlocks the wood's sugars and compounds. After toasting, the cask is soaked in organic Sherry for a minimum of 27 months to ensure a depth of flavour is achieved during the whisky's maturation.

The Location

Sanlúcar de Barrameda, located on the southwestern coast of Spain, benefits from salty sea air, humidity and fluctuating temperatures. These coastal conditions enhance the wood with maritime characteristics, such as brine and salinity.
Our casks were laid down in the coastal warehouses of Sanlúcar de Barrameda three years before our whisky production started: a testament to our long-term vision and ambition.