{"product_id":"artist-15-the-dark-side-of-the-moon-20-year-speyside-single-malt","title":"Artist #15 The Dark Side of the Moon 20 Year Speyside Single Malt","description":"\u003cp\u003eArtist #15 The Dark Side of the Moon is a 20-year-old Speyside single malt Scotch whisky bottled at cask strength 61.1% ABV, matured in a first-fill sherry butt and limited to just 331 bottles. Distilled in 2005 and bottled in 2025, this exceptional expression represents Artist's 15th anniversary celebration, with each cask individually selected and bottled in Scotland for La Maison du Whisky (LMDW).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Artist series has built a reputation for sourcing exceptional casks from renowned Scottish distilleries, offering whisky enthusiasts access to rare and limited expressions. This Speyside release comes from \"The Dark Side of the M\" distillery, showcasing the classic elegance and complexity that defines the region. The first-fill sherry butt maturation adds layers of rich fruit and spice character to the already refined Speyside spirit profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich dark chocolate, dried figs, candied orange peel, warm Christmas spices, toasted almonds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luxurious sherry influence with dark fruits, toffee, cinnamon bark, honeyed malt, leather undertones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, warming finish with lingering spice, dark chocolate, and subtle oak tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpirit Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eABV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e61.1% (122.2 Proof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e700ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge Statement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 Years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRelease Year\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistillery\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe Dark Side of the \"M\" Speyside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRegion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpeyside, Scotland\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCask Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1st Fill Sherry Butt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCask Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e#413\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLimited Edition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e331 Bottles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDistilled\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBottled\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerious Collectors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Artist 15th anniversary limited edition with only 331 bottles worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask Strength Enthusiasts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-proof bottling at 61.1% ABV showcases the whisky's true character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSherry Lovers:\u003c\/strong\u003e First-fill sherry butt maturation delivers rich, complex fruit and spice notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Occasions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20-year age statement and limited availability make this perfect for milestone celebrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Artist #15 The Dark Side of the Moon taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 20-year Speyside single malt offers a rich, sherry-influenced profile with dark chocolate, dried fruits, and warming spices. The first-fill sherry butt maturation creates layers of complexity with candied orange peel, toffee, and subtle leather notes, while the cask strength bottling at 61.1% ABV delivers full intensity and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I add water to this cask strength whisky?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 61.1% ABV, this whisky benefits from a few drops of water to open up the flavors and reduce the alcohol heat. Start neat to appreciate the full intensity, then gradually add small amounts of room temperature water until you find your preferred strength, typically around 45-50% ABV for optimal flavor balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow rare is this Artist release?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an extremely limited release with only 331 bottles produced from a single cask (#413). As part of Artist's 15th anniversary celebration and individually selected for La Maison du Whisky, this represents a rare opportunity to own a piece of whisky history from a respected independent bottler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this different from other Speyside whiskies?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many Speyside expressions, this Artist bottling showcases the impact of first-fill sherry cask maturation over 20 years, creating deeper, richer flavors than typical Speyside profiles. The cask strength bottling and single cask selection also provide a unique, unrepeatable expression that differs from standard distillery releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this worth the investment for a whisky collection?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Artist release combines several collectible factors: 20-year age statement, cask strength bottling, first-fill sherry maturation, extremely limited production (331 bottles), and Artist's 15th anniversary significance. For collectors of independent bottlings or rare Speyside expressions, this represents excellent value and potential appreciation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 21 years of age or older to purchase this product.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42132116176951,"sku":"A15TDSOTM20YSSM","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/8843\/0135\/files\/front_7e4b3790-ceee-4d46-8a36-1428168b69d0.jpg?v=1772908089","url":"https:\/\/dramstreet.com\/products\/artist-15-the-dark-side-of-the-moon-20-year-speyside-single-malt","provider":"Dram Street","version":"1.0","type":"link"}