Aerstone is a single malt Scotch whisky brand owned by William Grant & Sons, one of Scotland's most respected independent distillery groups. Launched in September 2018, the brand was created with a clear purpose: to simplify the often complex and intimidating language surrounding Scotch whisky, making it more approachable for a wider audience. The whisky is crafted and matured for over 10 years in distilleries along Scotland's Ayrshire Coast. Aerstone's portfolio is built around two distinct expressions, each defined by its cask maturation style. The Sea Cask expression offers a soft and smooth character, with aromas of honey, vanilla, baked apple, and toffee — a gentle introduction to single malt Scotch. The Land Cask counterpart delivers a richer, more robust profile. This straightforward two-variant approach reflects the brand's philosophy of clarity over complexity, guiding whisky drinkers through their choices without overwhelming jargon. As part of the William Grant & Sons family — which also includes iconic brands such as Glenfiddich and The Balvenie — Aerstone benefits from generations of distilling expertise. William Grant & Sons was named Outstanding Distiller at the IWSC in 2019, a year that also marked significant innovation across their portfolio, including the continued development of the Aerstone brand.