Smoky, sweet and complex. This peat smoked edition reveals a nuanced evolution of flavours that emerge from a combination of barley, casks, and spirit.
Tasting Note by Glenturret:Aromatic. Dried apple and citrus fruits. Peat smoke mingles with vanilla. Sweet fruit and darker smoke with hints of sea salt meander to a warm, embracing finish.
Discover the Glenturret Triple Wood, a mellow, fruity, and sweet whisky crafted from New Make Spirit. Aged in American and European oak sherry casks, and Bourbon barrels, it offers notes of vanilla toffee, maltiness, citrus, sweet wood spices, and pear.
Tasting Note by Glenturret:Vanilla Toffee with soft maltiness. Citrus and pear drops slowly open. Sweet wood spices see ginger and cinnamon in balance. Honeyed fruits and lighter oak enter near the finish.
A signature now reimagined at 12 years old. Aged in bourbon casks, The Original is now smoother and even more delicious, delivering a rush of citrus and layers of honeyed fruit.
Tasting Note by Glenmorangie:Nose: Citrus and ripening peaches are balanced by vanilla softness.Palate: Vanilla emerges, then gives way to a burst of flowery fruitiness. Finish: The surprisingly lingering aftertaste, is bursting with almond, coconut, and a touch of maple syrup.
Using mainland peat and an extended fermentation process, the Turbo showcases a rich and robust character. The 2024 edition is crafted from a blend of five American virgin oak casks and four Oloroso hogsheads and delivers a strong peat presence, measuring at 70 PPM.
Tasting Note by Meikle Toir:Nose: Smoked blood orange, cinnamon spice and manuka honey, with bursts of rich dark chocolate and roasted hazelnuts.Palate: Worn leather, baking spices and cigar box, followed by honey, hazelnuts and dried red berries, with burnt orange peel and salted caramel.
Sourced from the rare white grapes of Bordeaux, Sauternes gains its sweetness from 'noble rot,' which intensifies the sugars. These dessert wine hogshead casks impart the honey-rich spirit with flavours of ripe peach, caramel sauce, and stem ginger.
Tasting Note by GlenAllachie:Nose: Honeycomb, butterscotch and toffee sauce, with crystalised ginger, mocha and peaches.Palate: Tropical fruits, heather honey and baking spices, followed by demerara sugar, coconut and marmalade, with citrus notes, caramel and ice cream on the finish.
Ardbeg 8 Years Old is a bold, smoky single malt made for the true peat lover. Packed with intense notes of burnt treacle, salted caramel, aniseed, and smoky bacon, it finishes with a long hint of peppermint and smoke. Originally crafted as an exclusive for the Ardbeg Committee, it's a challenging yet rewarding dram.
Tasting Note by Ardbeg:Nose: Intense with a burst of charcoal, creosote, tar and treacle toffee, with curious hints of something vegetal, like fennel, celery and green peppers. Once these subside, there are hints of milk chocolate, aniseed and woodsmoke. With a little drop of water, some more herbal notes appear, like fennel, coriander and lavender, along with some characteristic Ardbeg aromatic woodsmoke and a hint of fresh, salty sea spray.Palate: A distinctively peppery mouthfeel eases into a complex symphony of flavours; treacle toffee, aniseed, salted caramel chocolate, eucalyptus, menthol and briar wood, to name but a few. The ‘tingling’, peppery sensation on the palate continues, with the sweeter flavours giving way to more savoury notes like charcoal, smoked bacon, burnt toast and tar.Finish: The aftertaste is long and lingering, with a suggestion of peppermint and clove.
The House's signature champagne. A delicate harmony of silkiness, freshness and aromatics - crucial pillars that define the Veuve Cliquot style. Tasting Note by Veuve Clicquot:This exquisite blend of Chardonnay, Meunier, and Pinot Noir unveils an opulent bouquet of white and yellow fruits, accented with delicate citrus notes, rich pastry aromas, and a subtle hint of dried fruit.
The 2024 edition of Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength remains a firm favourite, boasting a composition of 70% whisky aged in bourbon barrels and 30% in sherry casks. This batch reveals a robust and untamed character, typical of Springbank. It presents a rich tapestry of flavours, including sherried prunes, almonds, and brown sugar, accented by lighter notes of vanilla and apples, all woven together with the distillery's characteristic industrial smokiness. This expression is renowned for its oily, rich, and fruity profile, capturing the essence of the celebrated Campbeltown distillery with a subtle hint of smoke.Tasting Notes by Springbank:Nose: This year's 12 year old cask strength kicks off with notes of marzipan, smoked meats and a smokiness akin to burnt matches.Palate: The palate introduces soft peat smoke and notes of morello cherries and aniseed, accompanied by a creamy mouthfeel reminiscent of custard creams.Finish: The coastal influence emerges in the finish in notes of brine, oil and salted caramel, along with the endurance of the peat smoke.
Indri Trini The Three Wood exemplifies a sensory delight crafted through the unique blend of three distinct wood casks. This whisky reaches its full splendour as the malts mature in ex-bourbon, ex-French wine, and ex-sherry casks. This method endows the malt with a superb amber hue and aromas of caramelised pineapple, vanilla, and subtle hints of black tea, raisins, citrus, and a gentle nuttiness. Its smoothness and rich flavour remain prominent, lingering well after the glass is set aside.
Tasting Note by Indri: Nose: Gentle and mellow on the nose. Hints of black tea, caramelised pineapple with a whiff of oak comes forward, followed by vanilla and honey from the bourbon oak and traces of spiced tannins from the European oak, finally topped up with vinous raisin and sweet sherry notes.Palate: Elegant richness, smooth and warm on the sides of the mouth. Gentle spice and woody characteristics.Finish: A subtle and balanced finish, each flavour compliments the other without dominating each other. A smooth and long after taste with sweet fruity flavours coming up from the warmth of the throat, lingering long after.
Introducing the second edition in Arran's Signature Series, this 11 Year Old Single Malt has been matured to perfection. The spirit, with a peat level of 42ppm, was initially aged in ex-Bourbon barrels for five and a half years, before undergoing a further maturation of five and a half years in 115-litre Quarter Casks. This exceptional whisky has been specially selected by Stewart Bowman and carries his personal seal of approval. It was distilled and matured at the Lochranza Distillery. Globally, only 14,822 bottles have been released. Each bottle is accompanied by a recyclable cotton gift bag.
Tasting Note by Arran:Nose: Hazelnuts coated in caramel. Orange Zest and abundant vanilla. Rich dry smoke.Palate: Rich and smooth. Mouth-watering, oily and complex. Spicy, cinnamon notes mingle with citrus. Lots and lots of vanilla and toasted oak.Finish: Long rich and sweet. Plenty of vanilla and peat.
The Glengoyne White Oak is a distinctive NAS whisky, matured exclusively in virgin and first fill bourbon American oak casks. At 48% ABV, it stands out in the lineup, offering a richer, sweeter flavour profile with a lighter, natural color. This edition showcases a move towards American oak maturation, broadening Glengoyne’s taste profile while maintaining its traditional slow distillation character.
Tasting Note by Glengoyne:Nose: Vibrant oak, vanilla, bright citrus, sponge cake, crisp red apple, ginger spice, unripe banana and a hint of violet.Palate: Soft and playful, crème brulee, fruit gum sweets, candied lemon, jam tarts and tinned pineapple.Finish: Lots of toasted oak laced with caramel.
This limited edition single malt whisky, expertly aged in a combination of ex-bourbon and virgin oak casks, offers a rich and complex flavour profile. Presented in a beautiful decanter, it serves as a lasting memento of the 80th anniversary of D-Day. Only 1,200 bottles are available worldwide, and the whisky is non-chill filtered with natural colouring. The distillery, in collaboration with the Norfolk charity Walking With The Wounded, will be donating £2 from every bottle sold to support their exceptional services for veterans, marking this special release as not only a collector's item but also a contribution to a noble cause.
Tasting Note by The English: Nose: Rich toffee, ripe bananas, burnt sugar, soft tropical fruits, pepper, vanilla sponge, crunchy bar.Palate: Sweet rich toffee, apple & pears, milk chocolate, brown sugar, ginger.Finish: Medium length with a peppery finish.
Brimstone, a unique whisky, is smoked using sun-baked Texas scrub oak through a proprietary process. This technique produces a whisky that combines fresh, youthful corn and subtle fruit notes with a distinctive smokiness.
Tasting Note by Balcones: Nose: Confectioners' sugar, cold-smoked butter, corn husk, BBQ pit, stone fruit, chili peppers and graham crackers.Palate: Candied oak smoke, English pipe tobacco, butter, orange marmalade, fruit cocktail, sweet tea, chili peppers.Finish: Long dry finish, herbal/mint ends in a mineralness as smoke returns.
Crafted grain-to-glass using traditional pot still distillation, this process guarantees a rich and viscous spirit that ages beautifully in new charred oak without losing its core character. Each sip is robust and full-bodied, starting with a fragrant entry and concluding with a soft finish, creating an inviting yet memorable experience.
Tasting Note by Balcones: Nose: Honeycrisp apples, toasted oak, kettle corn, graham cracker, oiled glove.Palate: Honey, sweet cream, candied pecans, sandalwood and leather.Finish: Soft and sweet, drying and tannic fade with lingering spice.
Kiefer Sutherland, co-founder of Red Bank Whisky, has helped create a whisky that truly embodies the essence of its origins on the rugged shores of Nova Scotia. Made from pure Canadian ingredients, Red Bank Whisky offers an authentic expression of its coastal terroir. It is meticulously crafted from Canadian wheat and fine-tuned to achieve an extra smooth profile with complex notes, making it a distinguished example of Canadian distilling craftsmanship.
Baby Blue, the first Texas whiskey available since Prohibition, is made from roasted blue corn. This flavorful and oily corn brings a new level of sophistication to traditional corn whiskey while maintaining the vibrancy of classic American distilling. Deliberately young, Baby Blue embodies the character of this esteemed corn with its rounded nuttiness, roasted accents, and sophisticated complexity. It has a viscous texture and a gentle finish. We are proud to present this authentic Texas creation to the world.
Tasting Note by Red Bank: Nose: Melted butter, kettle corn, vanilla, toffee, cinnamon and nutmeg, fresh bread and honey, fresh ground coffee, baking chocolate.Palate: Tropical fruit, slight apricot, brown sugar, cotton candy, sweet tea with lemon, smoked chilis.Finish: Medium long warming, late cinnamon/leather spice, mint and green peppercorns.
This limited edition release from the English Distillery features a heavily peated single malt that has been matured in first fill Sherry Butts, enriching the thick smoke with depth and a fruity complexity.
Tasting Note by The English:Matured in first fill Sherry Butts, this rich and delicious whisky is packed with flavours of sweet red berries, apricots and fudge, combined with deep long lasting smoke giving a balance finish.
Manzanilla, with its distinctive dry saline characteristics, originates solely from the Andalusian town of Sanlucar de Barrameda, benefiting from the cooler coastal climate of the region. Combining The Lakes Single Malt with carefully selected grain and malt Scotch whiskies from the Highlands, Speyside, and Islay, this blend is then matured in the finest Manzanilla casks. Serves brilliantly with ice and soda water, or simply enjoyable served neat.
Tasting Note by The Lakes Distillery:Nose: Plum jam, boiled sweets, aromatic woodsmoke and a touch of salinityPalate: Lightly stewed apples, candied ginger with a hint of lemon zestFinish: Uplifting, fresh and balanced
In the latest iteration of the Quiet Rebels series, Nc'nean proudly presents their distillery manager Gordon's most preferred blend of casks to craft the most irresistible of whiskies. After leaving one of Scotland's whisky giants in 2017, Gordon continues to shape the industry with this particular rendition, created with the aim of leaving a 'moreish' effect - leaving your mouth thirsting for more of that creamy and velvety feel and flavour.
Tasting Note by Nc'nean:Crème brûlée, Spiced plum jam, Candied orange peel
Using organic Scottish barley grown in rich Highland soils, Nc'Nean's organic edition is especially delicate and smooth. Boasting fruity, cereal and spicy notes after maturation in red wine, American whiskey and sherry casks, this bottle is not one to miss. Bottled in 100% recycled glass, this whisky leaves the greenest impression of the Nc'nean range with the smallest carbon footprint.
Tasting Note by Nc'nean:Lemon Posset, Peach & Apricot, Spiced Rye Bread
Expanding the acclaimed MORRIS Australian single malt whiskies collection, the limited edition 'Smoked Muscat' release combines three distinctive elements: Single Malt Whisky, award-winning fortified Muscat barrels, and heavily-charred oak.
Crafted through a collaborative effort between the Head Distiller and Head Cooper, this expression ventures into innovative territory by pushing the boundaries of barrel-charring techniques. The resulting whisky showcases a harmonious blend of dry-biscuit maltiness, indulgent raisin fruitiness, delicate wood-aged nuances, and a lingering hint of smokiness.
Tasting Note by Morris Australian: Nose: A combination of clean white smoke mingling with raisin fruits and blackberry jam initially. The smoke dissipates to release the rich and complex Morris Muscat characters.Palate: Hints of charred pineapple with a light dusting of smoked paprika. Dark sugars appear without any cloying character, followed by the elegant acidity of crisp apple which evolves leaving a dry finish on the palate.Finish: The flavours shift gear on the palate leaving you feeling like you’ve just experienced chili infused dark chocolate, dipped in subtle smoked apple jam.
Named the 'World's Best Single Malt Whisky' at the 2024 World Whiskies Awards, The English Distillery's Sherry Cask Matured is not one to miss. After 17 years of meticulous distillation, garnering enough stock to add a sherry cask to the core range, The English Sherry Cask Matured can be perfectly enjoyed sipping neatly.
Tasting Note by The English: Nose: Rich dark fruits, almonds and vanilla.Palate: Fruit cake, digestive biscuits, honey and figs with a hint of chocolate.Finish: Long and sweet.
Drawing inspiration from generations of Douglas Laing family Fox Terriers, Scallywag Malt Scotch Whisky embodies the fusion of meticulously aged Speyside Single Malts, predominantly matured in Spanish Sherry casks. This award-winning elixir is meticulously bottled and released in truly limited, cherished batches.
Tasting Note by Douglas Laing & Co:Nose: Anticipate the rewarding scent of sweet vanilla and warming chocolate.Palate: Detect layers of rich red fruits and baking spices, much of which can be attributed to years slumbering in Spanish Sherry butts.Finish: Long lasting with waves of zesty orange, fresh ginger and dark cocoa.
As a petite yet proud distillery in Scotland, Strathearn's committed team of expert distillers prioritises quality over quantity, harnessing premium ingredients to craft an authentically hand-made Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Aged in Ex-Bourbon, Virgin, and Ex-Sherry Oak Casks, this release boasts a 50% ABV, with no added colouring and no chill-filtration.
Tasting Note by Strathearn:Nose: Anticipate a rich malted barley depth with gentle oakPalate: Mouth-coating and syrupy influences of honey and buttercream with baking spice and dried apricotsFinish: Long, warming finish of home baking and buttery oat biscuits
This year, V.S.O.P Mixtape Volume 3 introduces a distinctive celebration of vintage, emphasizing a joyful nostalgia meant to leave a lasting echo. It acts as a bridge that connects the past, present, and future, encapsulating the essence of their journey with music as a steadfast companion.
Tasting Note by Remy Martin:Nose: An aromatic harmony of powerful elegance with notes of vanilla, dried apricot and candied pear.Palate: A balance of aromatic dried fruits and delicate liquorice give a complex flavour experience.Finish: Structured and layered. A rounded harmony of dried fruits, a satisfying mouthfeel and silky texture.
Celebrate the distinctive character of Glenfarclas Highland Single Malt with this limited 15 year old edition, commemorating the distillery's sponsorship of Cheltenham racecourse. Limited to 3,000 bottles, this special release is presented in clear glass, allowing Glenfarclas's natural colour to shine through—a notable departure from the customary dark glass used for their 15 year old bottling, rendering it an extraordinary collectible.
Tasting Note by Glenfarclas:Nose: Complex, sherried, deliciously peated, light butterscotch aromas, with a hint of dried fruit.Palate: Full bodied with a superb balance of sherried sweetness, malty tones and peaty flavours.Finish: Long lasting, gloriously sherried, sweet, gently smoky, and distinguished.
Fino, known for its light appearance and subtle flavour profile, represents the driest type of Sherry. It requires at least two years of biological ageing beneath a 'flor', a yeast layer that prevents oxidation. The maturation in ex-Fino hogshead casks results in a single malt rich with flavours of stewed pear, sugared almonds, and vanilla custard. The Wood Collection is introduced at a robust 48% ABV, in its natural colour and without chill filtration, showcasing the distinct character of each spirit.
Tasting Note by GlenAllachie:Nose: Soft orchard fruits, cinnamon and heather honey, with butterscotch, hazelnuts and dark tobacco.Palate:Dried apricots, honeycomb and butterscotch, followed by baking spices, marzipan and caramel, with orchard fruits and citrus on the finish.
Oloroso Sherry, named for its 'fragrant' essence and known as the darkest dry Sherry due to extensive aging without a 'flor' yeast layer, is celebrated for its deep nutty and dried fruit characteristics. Aging in seasoned Oloroso butts infuses rich flavors of coffee beans, sticky raisins, stem ginger, and figs, harmonizing with The GlenAllachie's signature honey-rich profile. The Wood Collection is proudly introduced at 48% ABV, with natural colour and without chill filtering, showcasing the distinctive identity of each spirit.
Tasting Note by GlenAllachie:Nose: Heather honey, mocha and dried apricots, with notes of cinnamon butter, red velvet cake and marzipan.Palate: Dark chocolate, honeycomb and butterscotch, leading to dried red berries, ginger and damsons, with poached apples and muscovado sugar.
Starting as a Fino, Amontillado Sherry experiences further maturation without the 'flor' layer, resulting in a deeper hue and enhanced characteristics through oxidative aging. Matured in hogsheads that housed this aged Sherry, the resulting single malt features rich flavors of dark cherries, toasted hazelnuts, and caramel. The Wood Collection is introduced at 48% ABV, with its natural colour and without chill filtering, highlighting the distinctiveness of each spirit.
Tasting Note by GlenAllachie:Nose: Soft orchard fruits, cinnamon and heather honey, with butterscotch, hazelnuts and dark tobacco.Palate: Honeycomb, maraschino cherries and dried apricots, followed by poached pears, blood orange, mixed nuts and cinnamon.
Behold the first-ever offering from Bonnington Distillery! Crafted at Halewood's distillery located in Leith within the Lowlands, this single malt was matured in a singular Ruby Port cask before being bottled into a limited run of 500 bottles, each boasting an alcohol by volume of 52.3%. To add a personal touch, every bottle has been autographed by the distiller, Jamie Lockhart.
This exquisitely smooth blend features a portion of the acclaimed Arran Malt, harmonising flawlessly with the Robert Burns Malt. It encapsulates the essence of our picturesque island, renowned for its pristine mountain springs and gentle sea breezes.
Crafted to perfection, this premium blended whisky is a must-have addition to any drinks collection and serves as the ideal companion for a Burns supper. Presented in an elegant gift tube, it adds a touch of sophistication to any occasion.
Tasting Note by Arran:Nose: Spice and hazelnuts.Palate: Raspberry and almond tart with hints of toasted oak and toffee.Finish: Spice, apple, citrus, peat.
The Old Pulteney 12 Year Old is distilled and matured by the sea, giving the whisky an unmistakable coastal character. With North Sea winds blowing in from the coast, Old Pulteney's 12 Year Old perfectly captures salty notes to compliment its sweetness extracted from years of aging in American oak.
Tasting Note by Old Pulteney:Nose: Medium to high intensity with a briny hint of sea air.Palate: Dry, medium bodied and smooth, redolent of honey and cream, faintly salty with a slight spicy note and a sweet long-lasting finish.
The anCnoc 12 Year Old is a prized gem in the whisky world. Revered by enthusiasts worldwide, it boasts a delicate yet intricate flavour profile. Upon the first sip, the anCnoc is immediately light and gentle, making it a reliable choice for all palates. As a non-peated whisky, it serves as an ideal entry point for those just embarking on their whisky journey.
Tasting Note by AnCnoc:Nose: Soft, very aromatic with a hint of honey and lemon in the foreground.Palate: Sweet to start with an appetising fruitiness and a long smooth finish. Light yet complex, smooth yet challenging. This is a dram that has something for everyone.
Teeling Single Grain Irish Whiskey breaks free from tradition, offering a truly distinctive style that pushes the boundaries of what Irish Whiskey can achieve. This exceptional whiskey is crafted from an unconventional mash bill of 95% corn and 5% malted barley, column distilled, and uniquely aged in American Red Wine casks. The result is a whiskey with a remarkable red-berry and tannic character. Bottled proudly at 46% ABV with no chill filtration, it embodies the essence of natural whiskey craftsmanship.
Tasting Note by Teeling:The nose opens with spice and fruit notes that mingle with an underlying sweet, sugary note. The palate has a silky smooth mouthfeel, with a touch of spice and deep berry notes that balance the sweet undertones. The tannic influence of the red wine creates a unique, short, dry finish, encouraging another sip.
Introducing Smokehead Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky's robust companion: stout. This dynamic duo brings together fiery peaty notes with indulgent chocolate aromas, promising a combination that'll invigorate even the toughest palate. With Smokehead aged partly in stout casks, this fusion is a bold twist on tradition, where the intensity of smoky single malt meets the smooth sweetness of stout head-on.
Tasting Note by Smokehead:Nose: The usual island intensity of Smokehead comes cloaked in sweet aromas of chocolate and treacle toffee. Maritime air meets a decent pint on the shore. Palate: Hot and soothing at the same time. Salty smoke weaves its way around dry roasted nuts, toasted marshmallow, vanilla ice-cream and fresh coffee.Finish: Old flavours reunited, wood smoke and spices. Malty, toasted biscuits. Zingy citrus. Dark and delicious and a fitting sign off from the twisted lovechild of whisky and beer.
When the smoky defiance of Islay whisky encounters its Caribbean rum cask counterpart, Smokehead takes on a delightful fusion of robust peatiness and a tantalizingly sweet, spirited Caribbean kick. As the journey unfolds, the delightful interplay of flavors intensifies, with marshmallow sweetness, savory bacon, dried fruits, and the richness of dark wood swirling to the forefront, creating an unforgettable sensory experience that transcends the ordinary.
Tasting Note by Smokehead:Nose: Immense smoke and fiery peat, followed by soothing citrus and tropical fruits. Followed with hints of marshmallow and bacon.Palate: Face down a fearlessly rich and peaty punch, thick oils and bracing sea spray, tempered with dried spices, banana and dark wood.Finish: Notes of caramel and cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, add a delicate contrast to the lingering smokiness.
This Campbeltown blended malt encapsulates the essence of Milroy's Soho Selection range - a celebration of youthful, dynamic, and unconventional expressions. While the distilleries remain undisclosed, this bottling exudes the distinctive funky and coastal character characteristic of the region. Distilled in 2017, matured in refill hogsheads, and bottled in 2023.
Tasting Note by Milroy's:Nose: Bold and pronounced, the nose offers seaweed and apple pie notes, along with sweet spices and a round nuttiness. Palate: Slick, oily and mouthcoating, this is a big dram. Candy floss arrives along with marzipan and a green moss, backed by a real earthiness. Finish: Long and lingering, with more sweetness.
In its 11th batch, the GlenAllachie 10 Year Old Cask Strength presents a multi-award-winning Speyside whisky bottled at its natural cask strength, maximising flavour delivery. Master Distiller Billy Walker meticulously refines every small batch, continually striving to surpass previous achievements. This whisky undergoes maturation in a selection of Pedro Ximénez, Oloroso, red wine, and virgin oak casks, resulting in a deep chestnut hue, a lively nose, and a robust palate.
Tasting Note by GlenAllachie:Nose: Hints of dark chocolate, treacle and heather honey, with cinnamon, espresso and sticky raisins in the background.Palate: Dark chocolate, toasted honeycomb and molasses, followed by ripe plums, hazelnuts, ginger and red berries.
This Tamnavulin single malt from the Red Wine Cask Edition range was first matured in American oak before completing its finishing touch in Spanish ex-Grenache casks. Upon bottling, this second edition is the perfect complex blend of tarte red berries and mellow spices.
Tasting Note:Nose: Sweet red berries and oaky spice.Palate: Jammy tarte notes, with Jaffa cake, and subtle hints of vanilla.Finish: Peppery allspice and ripe berry fruitiness.
Tamnavulin is no stranger to red wine cask finishes, yet this Speyside distillery presents a novel approach by maturing this single malt in casks that previously contained German pinot noir. This process infuses the whisky with abundant red fruit flavours and dry spices, making it an excellent pairing for a meal.Tasting Note:Nose: Subtle aromas of tarte cherries, baked apple pie, earthy cinnamon, and orange. Palate: Ginger spice, vanilla, black pepper and berry coulis, followed by fresh oak.Finish: A long finish of dry baking spices and forest fruits.
Tamnavulin Double Cask is a single malt whisky crafted in the heart of Speyside, renowned as Scotland's most celebrated whisky-producing region. This exceptional whisky undergoes maturation in American oak barrels, resulting in a sweet and mellow taste that is beautifully complemented by a rich and velvety sherry cask finish.
Tasting Note:Nose: Rich, warm aromas of marmalade, slow cooked berries, with subtle nuts and toffee.Palate: A blend of damson jam, flaked almonds, liquorice, and cinnamon, with a subtle touch of floral. Finish: Sweet caramel, subtly spicy ginger, strawberry, caramel, and dates.
The fourth release in the Tamnavulin Red Wine Cask Edition series, this Speyside single malt Scotch whisky begins its maturation in American oak. It is then finished in barrels that once housed robust, full-bodied American cabernet sauvignon, resulting in a whisky rich in red fruit flavors and pronounced oak character.
Tasting Note:Nose: Black Forest gateaux, with hints of sweet vanilla, and toasted oak.Palate: Fresh berries, fig, and smooth caramel.Finish: Peppery allspice and jammy forest fruits.
Maturing in American oak before a final stage in Guyanese demerara rum barrels, this whisky acquires a unique, tropical essence. It combines cooked sugar, molasses, and tropical fruit flavors, a perfect embodiment of Campbeltown's fusion of diverse styles. The Double Cask Rum Cask Finish reflects a long-standing tradition, with records from as early as 1815 indicating rum casks in the town, predating Glen Scotia’s establishment.
Tasting Note by Glen Scotia: Nose: Cooked sugar, maritime sea spray and tropical fruits.Palate: Rich and exotic. Sweet notes of cooked sugar and molasses are balanced by tropical fruit notes of coconut, banana and sweet peach.Finish: Warming spice and maritime notes linger.
Inspired by icons from the cross, Glen Scotia's new series reflects a unique influence from its coastal climate and frequent mermaid sightings, particularly in the 1800s. This first release features a subtly coastal, floral, and delicate unpeated twelve-year-old single malt, finished in rare Palo Cortado sherry casks, capturing the same extraordinary as the mermaid legends that inspired it.
Tasting Note by Glen Scotia: Nose: Rich, mellow and slightly drying. Maritime salt crystals, boat varnish, edible seaweed. Thick fruity tarte tatin, Dundee Seville marmalade and tablet toffee.Palate: A creamy texture, lightly sweet centre palate glazed with French apple tart and a pinch of salt.Finish: Long and warming with a savoury aftertaste and spicy finish.
Originating from a unique Scottish town on the west coast, once known as the 'Victorian Whisky Capital of the World', Glen Scotia embodies the resilience and pride of Campbeltown. It has been a unifying force for its people, especially in hard times. Surviving where about thirty other distilleries did not, it stands as a testament to the community's spirit. The Glen Scotia Victoriana, bottled at cask strength and finished in heavily-charred oak casks, boasts richly-spiced fruit, vanilla, and oak flavours, culminating in a gentle smoky finish.
Tasting Note by Glen Scotia: Nose: Crème Brûlée, melted sugars, caramelised fruits and oakPalate: Roasted sugars, blackcurrants, spiceFinish: Cocoa, dark chocolate, dark fruits
Using a combination of Straight Neck and traditional Swan Neck Stills, the Inchomoan 12 emphasises soft smoke and warming spice, the two key elements of Loch Lomond's character. Master blender Michael Henry skilfully uses three types of American Oak casks to capture captivating notes of wood, peat smoke, roasted coffee, green apple, clove, and aniseed spice.
Tasting Note by Loch Lomond:Nose: Dry peat smoke with vanilla syrup and cracked black pepper.Palate: Sweet, medicinal peat and smoked bacon lead into roasted coffee bean with spice notes of clove and star anise. Warming spiciness combines with green apple and pear.Finish: Long, waxy peat with citrus hop note and gooseberry.
The Inchmurrin 12 year old is a spectacular tribute to Loch Lomond's orchard fruit profile, carefully crafted by Master Blender Michael Henry. Distilled in unique Straight Neck stills and matured in chosen American Oak casks, it offers a sweet, mellow flavour. This expression showcases the fruity and sweet aspects of our distillery's style, featuring delightful peach, apricot, toffee, and vanilla notes in the finish.
Tasting Note by Loch Lomond:Nose: Distinctively fruity with pear drops and toffee sweetness. Light notes of freshly cut hay in summer sun.Palate: Seville orange citrus notes build in intensity before mellowing into peach and apricot. The fruit character gives way to creamy fudge and vanilla.Finish: Medium in length with peppery finish.
The Loch Lomond 12-year-old Single Malt is crafted near Ben Lomond using a combination of Straight Neck and Swan Neck stills, and later aged in three types of American Oak casks: bourbon, refill and re-charred. Bottled at 46% and non-chill filtered, this balanced whisky is a testament to the expertise of Master Blender Michael Henry.
Tasting Note by Loch Lomond:Nose: Crisp green apple, ripe pear and refreshing citrus lemon with background notes of golden cereal.Palate: Orchard fruits and lemon meringue. The deep fruity character of pear leads into citrus lemon, vanilla meringue and light biscuit sweetness.Finish: Medium in length with gentle wood smoke and a lingering tang.
