Royal Brackla 18 Year Old Single Malt is matured in American oak and finished in the finest Palo Cortado sherry casks, it attains a rich and opulent flavour profile, embodying the essence of Royal Brackla's heritage and commitment to quality.
Tasting Note by Royal Brackla:Rich spices, creamy vanilla, big, succulent soft fruits and cocoa powder, brightened with a zing of citrus.
Royal Brackla 21 Year Old Whisky is a whisky of bold nobility, reflecting the distillery's opulent and fruity style that has long been cherished by a select few. This 21 year old single malt, hailing from the Royal Brackla distillery, is finished in a combination of the finest Oloroso, Palo Cortado, and Pedro Ximenez sherry casks, culminating in a rich and opulent finish.
Tasting Note by Royal Brackla:Syrupy toffee notes, with richly fragrant summer berries warmed by the sun and dusted in cinnamon and muscovado sugar.
The embodiment of Dalmore's house style, this Highland Single Malt undergoes finishing in a variety of aged Sherry casks, including Apostoles, Amoroso, and Matusalem Oloroso.
Tasting Note by Dalmore:Nose: Orange marmalade, cinnamon and nutmeg.Palate: Mandarin, vanilla, ginger and crushed apples.Finish: Caramelised orange and rich dark chocolate.
The GlenDronach Port Wood, a non-age statement expression, draws inspiration from the historical import of casked port into Scotland during the 19th century. In those days, port was highly prized, and the finest port pipes made their way from Portugal to Scotland. Selecting some of the finest port pipes from Portugal's Douro Valley, The GlenDronach embarks on a three-year maturation process. The Master Blender adeptly blends whisky from these port pipes, resulting in a ten year old expression characterised by abundant fruitiness, featuring ripe berries and a hallmark long, lingering finish.
Tasting Note by GlenDronach:Nose: Breathe in delightful waves of Victoria plum, bramble and strawberry jam with top notes of cherry blossom and honeysuckle, on a base of sandalwood and ginger.Palate: Layers upon layers of rich fruit. Sip blackberry and roasted apple crumble with freshly baked gingerbread, developing into a baked orange and black cherry back-note.Finish: Savour orange peel, sultana and cherry cake lingering into the richly fruity finish.
This Glengoyne 15 Year Old exemplifies both contrast and harmony. The fusion of whiskies entirely matured in bourbon and sherry casks, perfectly balanced, produces a captivating interplay. It showcases the resinous, sweetly dark orchard fruit notes from sherry maturation alongside the brighter, vanilla-infused flavors derived from bourbon wood.
Tasting Note by Glengoyne:Nose: Fresh Hay, Malt Flour, Rosehip, Citrus and dried fruit.Palate: Clean with a gentle sweetness, a hint of tropical fruit, candied lemon, cinnamon, vanilla and apple pie.Finish: Pleasant dry finish with gentle spice and lingering oak.
Initially matured in a combination of refill and hogshead casks, this Aberfeldy expression is finished in first-fill Sangiovese wine casks sourced from the Valdarno di Sopra region in Tuscany, Italy.
Cask finishing is a refined practice, where a whisky that has matured predominantly in one type of cask is transferred to another for a final period of ageing. This method is intended not to alter the distillery’s core character, but to enhance it—introducing new layers of flavour that work in harmony with Aberfeldy’s signature style.
The use of first-fill Sangiovese casks imparts notable depth and rich fruitiness, adding complexity without overpowering. As with all Aberfeldy expressions, this whisky is non-chill filtered and retains its natural colour, reflecting both authenticity and careful cask selection.
Tasting Note by Aberfeldy:Ripe cherries and succulent red plums beautifully layered with candied orange peel and honeyed figs, then delicate floral notes of violets. Subtle clove spice emerge, complemented by a touch of vanilla and toasted oak.
A luxuriously smooth Highland Single Malt, aged in American white oak ex-Bourbon casks and further refined in aged Tawny Port pipes.
Tasting Note by Dalmore:Nose: Sweet red berries, Seville oranges, plummy fruits and sticky toffee pudding.Palate: Nectarines, creamy caramel, roasted chestnuts and Java coffee.Finish: Rich plums, sultanas, Sanguinello blood oranges and macerated cherries.
This new expression, aged for 16 years, is a testament to the art of whisky-making. The process begins with Glenmorangie whisky aged for 14 years in bourbon casks, chosen specifically for its silky depth and creaminess. It is then further matured for two additional years in a unique combination of sweet white wine casks, enhancing the whisky's richness and adding layers of complexity. This meticulous aging process results in a sumptuous, intricate whisky that captures the essence of luxury and indulgence.
Tasting Note by Glenmorangie:Nose: Decadent with notes of baking brioche, baked apricot, vanilla pudding, toasted almond and hints of chocolate truffles.Palate: Rich and sticky with swirls of honeycomb, orange syrup and brioche, balanced by a soft drumbeat of spice and lemon zestiness.Finish: The finish is long and lingering, with some lemon rind, baking break and a touch of honeycomb.
Ardmore 10 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky from the Old Particular range is a limited edition, distilled in January 2012 and bottled in December 2022. Matured in an ex-Laphroaig barrel (Ref: DL16980), it is uncoloured and non-chill filtered, with an alcohol strength of 48.4%. Only 348 bottles were produced.
Tasting Notes by Douglas Laing & Co:Nose: Fruity / hard candy in style then comes bonfire smoke and heavily charred wood.Palate: Oily and thick with soot and ash alongside crispy bacon and peated barley.Finish: Lingers long with puffs of smoke, a hint of allspice and cured meat. (CSL)
Ode to the Valley is a beautifully crafted single malt from The Glendronach's Master’s Anthology, inspired by the lush landscapes of the Scottish Highlands. Matured in a combination of ruby port casks and the distillery’s signature sherry casks, it delivers a harmonious balance of sweet floral nectar and ripe summer berries. This expression celebrates the rich heritage of sherry cask maturation while capturing the essence of the land that defines The Glendronach.
Tasting Note by GlenDronach:Nose: Late summer berries and chocolate de leche imbued with sweet demerara and apricot glaze.Palate: Sip blackberry and roasted apple crumble with freshly baked gingerbread and sweet damson plum
The Dalmore 12 Year Old is an exceptional single malt whisky hailing from the Highland region. It undergoes a remarkable maturation process, first aging in American white oak ex-Bourbon casks before receiving a finishing touch in rare and well-aged Oloroso Sherry casks. This meticulous craftsmanship results in an outstanding whisky that captures the essence of its Highland origins.
Tasting Note by Dalmore:Nose: Citrus fruits, chocolate and aromatic spices.Palate: Seville oranges, dried fruits and hints of vanilla podFinish: Roasted coffee and dark chocolate.
The Glenturret 7 Years Old Peat Smoked edition captivates the palate with its intricate and sophisticated flavors. The inherent sweetness of our new make spirit gracefully dances with hints of fresh oak and sweet vanilla.
Tasting Note by Glenturret:Light smoke floats with vanilla and sweet aromatics, citrus, fresh green oak and sultanasaccompany a meandering Peat smoke.
Glengoyne 12 Year Old single malt whisky achieves a perfect equilibrium between oak and sweetness. The distinctive sherry wood presence contributes richness and depth, while the first-fill bourbon casks infuse fresh hints of citrus and vanilla.
Tasting Note by Glengoyne:Nose: Coconut oil, honey, lemon zest, dried oak.Palate: Toffee apples, cinnamon spice, ginger, orange, shortbread.Finish: A hint of sherry and soft oak. Very well balanced.
Deanston 12 Year Whisky boasts an ABV of 46.3% and belongs to the Core Range category. It garners high praise for its delightful characteristics, including a smooth and creamy sweetness, subtle fruity notes, a malty honeyed spiciness, and a gentle touch of vanilla. The experience culminates with a satisfying tingle of cloves, making it a truly rewarding dram for whisky enthusiasts.
Tasting Note by Dalmore:Nose: Aromas of milk chocolate, caramel, mandarin, and cracked black pepper.Palate: Manuka honey, sweet cacoa, poached apples, and golden sultanas.Finish: Vanilla cream, chocolate brioche, Navelina orange, and a light cinnamon warmth.
The 12 Years Old whisky pairs perfectly with Parmigiano-Reggiano, as its rich malt character balances the cheese’s dryness. In return, the cheese serves as a foundation that amplifies the whisky’s sweet fruitiness and highlights its clean barley notes.
Tasting Note by Glen Garioch:Nose: The colour of sharp honey, on the nose heathery floral notes are balanced with the richness of poached pears and the sweetness of malted barley.Palate: Crème brûlée and sweet ripe banana at first, then comes a light oakiness with pear fruitiness, leading to a long smooth, creamy and fragrant finish.
The quintessential Glen Garioch, Founder’s Reserve honours the brothers who established the distillery and over 200 years of craftsmanship that define every bottle bearing the Manson name.
Tasting Note by Glen Garioch:Nose: Warm amber in appearance, sweet vanilla and subtle spice combine with fruitier green apple and grapefruits on the nose.Palate: Butter cream and vanilla pave the way to fruity green apple skin and citrus cleanliness, leading to an elegant and subtle finish.
Part of Aberfeldy’s Exceptional Cask Series, this limited-edition release was selected by Malt Master Stephanie Macleod. Distilled in 2002, the whisky spent the majority of its maturation in refill and rechar hogsheads before being transferred in 2019 to Pauillac red wine casks from Bordeaux, a region celebrated for wines of both elegance and power. Home to iconic estates such as Château Mouton-Rothschild, Château Latour, and Château Lafite-Rothschild, Pauillac is known for wines with cassis, blackberry, tobacco, spice, and cedar notes.
The whisky was bottled in 2023, yielding just 282 bottles. The Pauillac cask influence enriches Aberfeldy’s trademark honeyed Highland character with layers of ripe fruit and vinous depth, creating a balance between sweetness and dark berry richness.
Tasting Note by Aberfeldy: A decadently rich dram with notes of rich ripe cherries and fresh blackberries, intertwined with Aberfeldy’s signature honeyed smoothness.
Matured for 17 years, this elegant Highland single malt begins its journey in American white oak ex-Bourbon barrels before undergoing an intricate finishing process in a combination of exceptional casks, including vintage Calvados (1988 & 1989), rare Sherry casks such as Matusalem and Apostoles, and select red wine barriques from Bordeaux and Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The result is a whisky of exceptional depth and complexity.
Tasting Note by Dalmore:Nose: Vibrant orchard fruits lead into Madagascan vanilla, cinnamon, and a delicate hint of rose water.Palate: Richly layered with flavours of butterscotch, red apples, tarte tatin, dark cacao, and red liquorice, complemented by soft wood spices, cardamom, Seville oranges, and a touch of green tea.Finish: A lingering and luxurious conclusion, with notes of dried apricots, ripe blackberries, fresh-baked brioche, and soft cassia bark.
Matured for three full decades, this rare Highland single malt from Balblair Distillery was distilled on 28 June 1993 and bottled on 18 April 2024 as part of Gordon & MacPhail’s esteemed Connoisseurs Choice range. Drawn from a single first-fill sherry puncheon (Cask #1963), this expression is bottled at a natural cask strength of 54.2% ABV, with no chill filtration or added colour.
Limited to an outturn of just 481 bottles, this release showcases the luxurious influence of first-fill sherry wood, offering a rich and elegant profile shaped by time. A truly special bottling for collectors and lovers of well-aged Highland whisky.Tasting Note by Gordon & MacPhail:Nose Rich blackcurrant infuses with treacle and aniseed. Dark cherry develops alongside tangerine and faint beeswax polish.Taste Orange zest combines with redcurrant, followed by black pepper. Ripe red apple comes to the fore accompanied by tart raspberry and liquorice.Finish Medium-bodied with lingering fruit cake and ginger spice.
Strathearn Batch 02 Single Malt Scotch Whisky is the second release from Strathearn Distillery. It combines spirit matured in ex-Bourbon, Virgin Oak, and ex-Sherry oak casks, with a greater influence from Bourbon casks and less from Virgin Oak compared to the previous release.
Batch 02 is created from a vatting of 31 selected casks, including stock inherited by and produced under Douglas Laing's ownership. Bottled at 50% ABV, the whisky is free from added colouring and chill-filtration.
Tasting Note by Strathearn:Nose: Anticipate a rich, sweet nose with Sherry influence, orange zest, malted barley, and honey.Palate: The full-bodied palate offers dark fruits, spices, toffee, and caramel.Finish: While the long, buttery finish lingers with oak, ginger, and toasted nuts.
This limited edition Royal Brackla, part of the Exceptional Cask Series, showcases the artistry of cask finishing. Distilled in 2000, it first matured in a refill puncheon before an additional ageing phase in a Tokaji white wine cask, carefully overseen by Malt Master Stephanie Macleod. Bottled at 53.3% ABV, with only 258 bottles available, this release balances complexity and refinement, highlighting Royal Brackla’s signature elegance.Tasting Note by Royal Brackla:Deliciously supple with ripe peaches and apricots, mellowed with fragipane and soft coconut.
The Aberfeldy 22 Year Old White Port Cask Finish is part of Aberfeldy's Exceptional Cask Series, featuring rare Single-Cask and small-batch releases selected by Malt Master Stephanie Macleod. This 22 Year Old single malt is finished in white Port casks, adding fresh and vibrant flavours. Initially matured in refill hogsheads and barrels, it was filled on 14/11/2001, finished on 01/07/2022, and bottled on 20/12/2023. Bottled at 51.7% ABV, this limited release consists of 276 bottles.
Tasting Note by Aberfeldy:Delightful interplay of ripe peaches, nectarines and apricots , subtle vanilla undertones slowly emerge, with a zest of orange peel and delicate spices adding a layer of warmth, the cask finish perfectly accentuating the honeyed notes of Aberfeldy.
A rare small-batch release, this Glenmorangie single malt is the first from the distillery to be finished in Palo Cortado sherry casks. Aged for 12 years, it spent its first eight maturing in American white oak bourbon casks, giving it a smooth, mellow character. Inspired by the rare sweet and nutty notes of Palo Cortado, Dr Bill selected these scarce casks to add a new complexity to Glenmorangie’s refined style. The result is a whisky of unique depth, with layers of dark plum, milk chocolate, Brazil nuts, and sweet spice.
Glencadam Reserva de Jerez is a beautifully crafted single malt, distilled in 2007 and matured in ex-bourbon American oak casks from the distillery’s historic dunnage warehouses. After careful selection, the whisky is expertly finished in Oloroso Sherry butts sourced from Jerez, Spain. This unique process imparts rich, complex flavours, bringing depth and character to the Glencadam Single Malt, with subtle influences from the sherry wood.
Tasting Note by Glencadam:Nose: Rich and pronounced with aromas of praline, roasted nuts, golden syrup and candied peels.Palate: Sweet layers of maple pecan Danish, sultanas, milk chocolate and heather honey bound with nutmeg and oak spices.Finish: Warming notes of apple strudel and custard tarts fading into a linger of sweet spices and espresso coffee.
The Dalmore 15 Year Old is a full-bodied Highland whisky, matured in American white oak ex-Bourbon barrels and finished with hand-selected Matusalem sherry casks and Graham’s 10 year old Tawny Port pipes. This expression offers a rich and fruity character, featuring notes of figs, cherries, and fresh citrus, complemented by hints of chestnuts and ginger cake. Its complexity showcases the traditional craftsmanship of Dalmore.
Tasting Note by Dalmore:Nose: Whispers of Manuka honey, dark plum and cracked black pepper, and hints of clove.Palate: Morello cherries and dates, elevated with notes of candied Seville orange, fresh figs and light cacao.Finish: Rich plum complemented by moist ginger cake, roast chestnut, and soft wood spice.
The Dalmore 21 Year Old is a distinguished whisky from the distillery's Principal Collection, matured in American white oak ex-Bourbon barrels and finished in hand-selected Matusalem and Amoroso sherry casks. This 2024 release showcases rich notes of Seville oranges, dark chocolate, and tobacco, with subtle hints of Black Forest gateau, liquorice, roasted walnuts, and praline. Its complex flavour profile reflects the craftsmanship and tradition of Dalmore.
Tasting Note by Dalmore:Nose: Enticing notes of Sherry-soaked raisins, roasted figs, cedar wood, and honey.Palate: Dark fruit intertwines with liquorice and cacao, before developing notes of bergamot and blood orange.Finish: Antique Sherry notes linger on the palate, expressing rich berries, liquorice, cassia bark, and dark chocolate.
Blair Athol 13 Years Old undergoes an extended maturation in a single Sangiovese red wine cask sourced from Italy. The well-rounded and intricate characteristics of the Sangiovese harmoniously blend with the rich depth of Blair Athol, creating a uniquely refined expression.
Tasting Notes by Douglas Laing & Co:Nose: Dark cherries, dried fruits, and spiced oakPalate: The unique Italian oak allows the malty sweetness from the highland whisky to shine throughFinish: Long, smooth finish brimming with red berries and sweet vanilla
Ben Nevis 12 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky from the Old Particular range is a limited edition, distilled in February 2012 and bottled in July 2024. It is drawn from a refill barrel (Ref: DL19141), uncoloured, and non-chill filtered, with an alcohol strength of 48.4%. Only 271 bottles were produced.
Tasting Notes by Douglas Laing & Co:Nose: Candied citrus peels and a sweet, nutty style gives way to runny honey and grist.Palate: Warming spices are initially apparent followed by a leathery / earthy quality with charred wood. Finish: Long – dried fruits linger on alongside vanilla’d oak, Malt and orange zest. (CSL)
Clynelish 12 Year Old Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky from the Old Particular range is a limited edition, distilled in January 2011 and bottled in August 2023. Uncoloured and non-chill filtered, it comes from a refill hogshead (Ref: DL18173) with an alcohol strength of 48.4%. Only 381 bottles were produced.
Tasting Notes by Douglas Laing & Co:Nose: Sweetly herbal, gently honeyed, subtly creamy, distinctly gristy, and with a hint of salt.Palate: Unctuously mouth-coating with peppery spices, buttered gingerbread, and barley.Finish: Initially ginger leading into salted (vanilla) toffee, with a mix of sugar and oak.
A single cask release, aged for 14 years and finished in a Bordeaux wine barrique. Bottled at 60% ABV, it boasts notes of ripe red berries, dark chocolate, and subtle spices, followed by a long, satisfying finish of oak and sweet grapes. With only 261 bottles available, this unique Highland expression is a must-try for whisky lovers.
Tasting Note:Nose: Morello cherries, fresh baked cinnamon rolls, and ginger biscuits.Palate: Jammy red berries, Biscoff cookies, and toasted oak.Finish: Long, chocolate-y, followed by black coffee notes.
Distilled in 2005 and bottled in October 2022, the #2788 Single Cask expression has spent 17 years in port pipes. At 59% ABV, it offers a robust experience with notes of stewed fruit, strawberries, ginger, oak, and milk chocolate. With only 390 bottles available, this limited edition expression is a rare find for whisky enthusiasts.
Tasting Note:Nose: Opens with a rich blend of stewed fruits and ripe strawberries, complemented by hints of ginger and subtle oak.Palate: Dark fruits, milk chocolate, and a touch of spice from the ginger. The oak influence is present but well-balanced, adding depth without overpowering the sweetness.Finish: Long and satisfying, with lingering notes of sweet grapes and a gentle, warming spice.
A distinguished single cask release, matured for 22 years in a Pedro Ximénez sherry butt from the renowned Fernando De Castilla. Bottled at 53.9% ABV, this Highland single malt offers rich, complex flavours with a sherried profile. With only 683 bottles available, this release is a must-have for whisky enthusiasts
Tasting Notes:Nose: Rich sherry notes, dried fruits, and hints of dark chocolate.Palate: Stewed fruits, raisins, sweet spices, and a touch of oak.Finish: Long and warming with lingering sweetness and a hint of spice.
Matured exclusively in a select bourbon barrel, this expression boasts a remarkable balance between oak and vanilla. A rare single cask release, and rested for 24 years, nothing showcases well-roundedness and finesse quite like this release.
Tasting Notes:Nose: Vanilla crème brulee, honeyed pear, and a hint of toasted oak with subtle citrus zest.Palate: Rich and creamy with notes of caramelized toffee, spiced apple, and a touch of butterscotch, evolving into a delicate wave of citrus and warming spices.Finish: Long and smooth, featuring lingering notes of vanilla and a whisper of oak spice.
A limited-edition single malt, meticulously crafted by Glencadam's Master Distiller. Matured initially in ex-bourbon American oak and finished in Oloroso Sherry butts from Jerez, this rich expression offers deep, complex flavours. Bottled at 46% ABV, it’s non-chill filtered and presented in a limited run of 1,691 individually numbered bottles.
Tasting Note by Glencadam:Nose: Inviting aromas of praline, caramelised almonds, and cocoa powder are structured with cooked fruits, Manuka honey, and sweet cinnamon.Palate: Creamy layers of Swiss chocolate and warm butterscotch mingle with sultanas, rolling tobacco, spiced apples, and warming wood spices.Finish: Beautifully rounded with notes of dates and chocolate fudge cake, fading into an espresso coffee and roasted nut linger.
A masterful single malt initially aged in American oak ex-bourbon casks and later finished in select Madeira wine casks sourced from Portugal. An elegant whisky that unveils rich layers of stewed fruits, sponge cake, and warm spices.
Tasting Note by Glencadam:Nose: Inviting aromas of cooked apples, brambles, and custard tarts are complemented by syrup sponge cake, nutmeg, and berry coulis.Palate: A wash of spiced fruits, cantaloupe melon, golden raisins, and summer fruit pudding is structured with dark chocolate and ginger spices.Finish: Long and indulgent layers of brittle toffee, mocha, and chocolate truffle are cushioned with cosy cake spices.
Produced in small batches, the Amarone expression features carefully chosen single malt aged in exceptional American oak ex-bourbon casks from Glencadam's historic dunnage warehouses. It is then expertly blended and finished in select Amarone wine casks sourced from Italy.
Tasting Note by Glencadam:Nose: Sweet aromas of cherry jam, marzipan, fruit nougat and pistachio bound with baking spices.Palate: A wash of red fruits, crystallised ginger, and strawberry liquorice mingled with oak spices, candied peels, and cacao.Finish: Layers of cappuccino, dark chocolate, Morello cherry, and raspberry jam leave a warming wood spice linger.
The Glenturret 15 Years Old presents a rich and fruity sweet whisky, crafted from Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso cask maturation. This expression reveals a unique character with a spicy, resinous mouthfeel and concludes with a long, lingering finish, all at a robust 50.8% ABV.
Tasting Note by Glenturret:Raisins and sultanas are complemented by sweet vanilla and a hint of ginger. Later, polished oak emerges, followed by sweet wood spices and brandy snaps. The experience concludes with a soft, yet spicy, rich fruit finish.
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.
Inspired by the rugged beauty around the distillery, The Glenturret 7 Years Old is the perfect introduction to the core peat-smoked whisky collection.
Driven by American Oak, this whisky showcases a bold smoky character, complemented by sweet fruit notes from European Oak. Refill casks highlight the peated New Make Spirit, presenting a citrus-forward aroma that evolves into sweet, fruity flavours on the palate.
Tasting Note by Glenturret:Wisps of smoke from burning peat embers. Citrus fruit and creamy vanilla. Sweet fruit and peat intertwine with tempered oak for a soft finish.
The Glengoyne 24 Year Old White Oak stands out as a distinct expression within the Glengoyne range, primarily matured in first fill bourbon and virgin American oak casks. This choice of maturation imparts a lighter natural color and emphasizes the sweeter, more intense flavours characteristic of these woods, setting it apart from the historically sherry-dominated profiles of older Glengoyne expressions. Ideal for whisky enthusiasts looking to explore a cask-led taste that still resonates with the Glengoyne house style, this whisky is priced slightly below the 25 year old, offering a unique and rich flavour profile that provides a fascinating contrast when tasted side by side with its older counterpart.
Tasting Note by Glengoyne:Nose: Rich with vanilla and toasted oak, lemon curd, honey, plum jam, desiccated coconut, spiced apple pastry dusted with icing sugar, zest of lime.Palate: Gently balanced with intriguing depth, bright lemon and key lime pie, honeycomb, gentle tropical notes, soft oak warms the palate with hints of star anise, chocolate and vanilla.Finish: Long and well aged, toffee apple, delicate citrus and lingering oak.
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.
The exceptional Royal Brackla 25 Year Old Pedro Ximénez limited edition is now available, with only 64 bottles in the UK. Aged for 25 years in first-fill Bourbon barrels and finished in PX Sherry casks, this whisky represents the pinnacle of Royal Brackla’s core offering, showcasing Stephanie's expertise in cask selection and finishing.
Presented in a clear flint bottle with gold and red screen-printed text, it features a gold standard tin capsule and a zamac gold cork. Each bottle is encased in an FSC-sourced wooden box with blue paint, Kurz Luxor gold foil, and screen-printed details.
Tasting Note by Royal Brackla:A mighty dram cloaked in robes of velvet: luscious summer fruits, overlayed with rich, spice-laden raisins and dried figs, adding weight and complexity to our summer dram. The aroma melts into pools of milk chocolate, balanced with ground coffee and toasted almonds. An endless and serene dram that will linger deliciously on the palate.
Working in collaboration with independent English retailers, the AON 18-443 is exclusively aged in STR ex-red wine casks. The result is a deliciously creamy whisky, boasting sweet, fruity and buttery notes.
Tasting Note by Nc'nean:Sticky toffee pudding, buttery fudge and fruit crumble.
Inspired by the Gaelic huntress goddess 'Neachneohain', this new themed series perfectly captures the innovation and discovery that underpins whisky making at Nc'Nean. Only produced once a year and created by a unique recipe crossover, this specific edition holds incredible jammy flavours, reminiscent of fresh baked biscuits with a hint of peppermint tea.
Tasting Note by Nc'nean:Cherry Bakewell, apricot marmalade, vanilla custard.
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
This limited edition Aberfeldy 21 Year Old, distilled on November 14, 2001, spent over 20 years maturing in re-fill barrels and hogsheads. The whisky was then finished for approximately eight months in French Oak casks from Finca Ambrosía, a single estate winery in Argentina. This finishing process adds a layer of Malbec influence, with flavours of blackberry, plum, and black cherry complementing Aberfeldy’s characteristic notes.
This limited release is accompanied by a bottle of Finca Ambrosía Viña Unica Malbec 2022, providing an opportunity to explore the connection between the whisky and the wine that inspired its final aging.
Tasting Note by Aberfeldy: Creamy macadamia nuts and chewy beeswax swarm the palate. Plush with orange, dried fruits, toasted coconut, silky oak and a trace of smoke.
Milroy's curated Soho Selection showcases youthful, dynamic spirits with distinctive cask finishes. This ex-hogshead Highland Peated Malt exemplifies this ethos perfectly. With its distinctive ashy peat notes and captivating texture, it offers a fascinating and delightful tasting experience.
Tasting Note by Milroy's:Nose: Immediately peated, but with an airy lightness. There’s a straw-like freshness, as well as fruit compote notes. Palate: Pear drop and strawberry lace sweets come through, alongside crisp white pepper and raw vanilla pods. The smoke acts like a seasoning. Finish: Long, with persisting sweet, ashy smoke.
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.
