Filliers Family Reserve 34YO is Belgium’s oldest whisky

Belgian family-owned distillery Filliers has released its oldest expression to date: a 34-year-old single grain whisky.

Laid down in 1992 by Louis Filliers in a single American white oak cask, the whisky not only marks the last cask produced in his career but also the final one created by the family's fourth generation. Alongside his brother Carlos Filliers, Louis guided the distillery towards producing refined aged spirits, shifting away from its agricultural roots. The limited release honours Louis' vision and the role he played in shaping the modern Filliers Distillery, making it a unique part of the family's heritage. Made with a blend of corn, rye and malt, the whisky was aged for 34 years before being bottled in January 2026 at 52.3% ABV. On the nose, the expression presents aromas of smoked hazelnuts and apricot. On the palate, it offers additional notes of spice, soft tannins, freshly cut wood, and elderflower. Released as part of Filliers' Family Reserve collection, which honours its 145-year heritage, the 34-year-old single grain whisky was officially unveiled at an event on 9 March at the Filliers Distillery, with cuisine crafted by Belgian chef Benoît Dewitte. With only 111 bottles produced, the limited release is the distillery's oldest whisky and currently the oldest Belgian whisky on the market. The release is available at select retailers and at Brussels Airport while stocks last. Filliers Distillery's whisky portfolio includes a signature single malt, aged in first-fill Bourbon casks, as well as Pedro Ximénez Cask Strength and 10- and 15-year-old single malts. Last year, Filliers launched Master Distiller Selection Orange Cask whisky, finished in traditional Andalusian Vino de Naranja casks.