anCnoc is the company's boutique malt: a refreshingly modern whisky that is traditionally crafted at Knockdhu distillery near Huntly in Aberdeenshire by the 'Men of Knock'. anCnoc translates from Gaelic as 'the hill', and Knock Hill continues to supply the pure water required, while the two copper pot stills are made to the same design as they were in 1894, their bulbous bases and high necks giving anCnoc a light, fresh flavour. This 'modern tradition' is reflected in anCnoc's contemporary bottle design and packaging and long term backing of the contemporary arts. From 2012 the brand has launched a collaboration with Scottish-born New York illustrator Peter Arkle on a series of limited edition releases.