The Black Bottle Original, part of the Black Bottle Core Range, offers a bold and distinctive flavor profile that combines smoky and sweet elements.
Tasting Note by Black Bottle:Nose: Fresh and floral with freshly-sawn oak aromas. Spicy with hints of smoke.Palate: Silky, mellow and fruity with balanced smoky peaty flavours, then sweet oak and heather honey.Finish: Soft, elegantly spicy, nutmeg, pepper and a gentle lingering smokiness.
Benriach The Smoky Ten Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a distinctive expression that pays homage to Benriach's unconventional approach to whisky-making. In the early 1970s, the distillery broke with tradition in Speyside by returning to the old-style method of distilling batches of whisky with malted barley that was smoked with Highland peat.
This unique approach using wood-rich Highland peat gives Benriach's peated whiskies a distinctly sweet and smoky character. The Smoky Ten is crafted from a combination of unpeated and peated spirit. It undergoes a triple maturation process, spending at least ten years in a combination of bourbon barrels, Jamaican rum casks, and toasted virgin oak.
Tasting Note by BenRiach:Nose: Ripe orchard fruit syrup, smoked honey glaze and oak spice.Palate: Smoked applewood, honey maple and spiced pear finishing with lingering fruit and smoked oak.
The acclaimed Auchentoshan Single Malt Scotch Whisky has undergone maturation in three distinct cask varieties.
Starting with American Bourbon, transitioning to Spanish Oloroso Sherry, and culminating in Pedro Ximenez Sherry casks, this whisky boasts a rich and intricate profile, teeming with toffee and sherry notes. Three Wood not only serves as an exceptional ingredient in classic cocktails like Auchentoshan & Ale and the Old Fashioned but also stands out as an exquisite dram on its own.
Tasting Note by Auchentoshan:Nose: Blackcurrant, brown sugar, orange, plum and raisin notes are present in our Three Wood.Palate: Fruit and syrup. Hazelnut with hints of cinnamon and lemon. A butterscotch sweetness adds to the overall complexity.Finish: A fresh and fruity, smooth whisky with long lasting oaky sweetness.
Tomintoul 14 Year Old Pedro Ximénez Sherry Quarter Cask Finish is a rare expression, distilled in 2009 and aged in American oak ex-bourbon casks before its final maturation in handpicked Pedro Ximénez sherry quarter casks from Spain. These casks infuse the whisky with deep, rich fruit notes that enhance its natural sweetness and complexity. Bottled at 46% ABV, with no colouring or chill filtering, this limited release of 4,380 bottles delivers a beautifully balanced, fruity, and smooth offering from the heart of the Cairngorms.
Tasting Note by Tomintoul: Nose: Deep and rich with aromas of chocolate fudge cake, maple syrup, dried fruits and cedarwood.Palate: Indulgent layers of maple pecan pie, chocolate ganache, raisins and roast nuts mingled with coffee grounds, tobacco and baking spices.Finish: Long and warming leaving impressions of tiramisu, dark chocolate and Brazil nuts lingering on the tongue.
Dr Bill, the Director of Whisky Creation at Glenmorangie, drew inspiration from his love of ice cream to craft this decadent whisky. Aged in high vanillin and bourbon casks, it features rich, creamy flavours reminiscent of peach melba, lemon sorbet, and toffee-apple sauce. The fifth release in the "A Tale of" series, this small batch whisky is presented with bold packaging and highlights delightful notes of ripe peaches, vanilla, and coconut.
Tasting Note by Glenmorangie:Nose: A burst of Manuka honey, with lemon butter candy, baking raisin bread, candied orange peel, peaches, toffee and a hint of spice. With a splash of water, there is vanilla crème anglaise, a hint of coconut and a whiff of almond marzipan.Palate: The texture is thick, rich and creamy, and is followed by a huge burst of sweet and spicy flavours – brioche, almond marzipan, honeycomb, fudge, lemon sherbet and desiccated coconut. The spices warm up the palate, with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and clove.Finish: A long, lingering aftertaste that has hints of toffee apple, butterkist popcorn and a hint of aniseed.
The 2013 winemaking year marked a return to the charm of late harvest vintages. The 2013 vintage offers a promising balance between acidity and richness, showcasing the harmony between Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Its delicate bouquet presents a subtle blend of citrus, vegetal notes, and spices. The wine's precise elegance unfolds with an ethereal start, evolving into a beautifully clear and refined finish.
Tasting Notes by Dom Perignon:Nose: The delicate nose unfolds in swaths of color. The green of eucalyptus, mint and vetiver, the yellow-orange of mirabelle plums, apricot and orange blossom, the brown of pepper, cardamom and licorice sticks, and finally silvery saline and toasty hues.Palate: Elegant, expressing luxuriant simplicity and precision. The refined and silky foundation becomes more pronounced at the heart. Finish: Dominated by a salinity that leaves a deep sensation of consistency.
An exceptional vintage that showcases the verticality of historic Crus' Pinot Noirs. Two centuries ago, Madame Clicquot famously declared, "Our black grapes yield the finest white wines," a sentiment that remains valid today. The Pinot Noir grape is cherished for its adaptability, showcasing various expressions based on its growing environment and harvest timing, laying the groundwork for this uniquely floral and fruity champagne.Tasting Note by Veuve Clicquot:This solar vintage, while elegant and precise, offers fresh minerality with light floral notes of jasmine and acacia on the nose, which evolve into fruity notes of pear and clementine. As for the first sip, it envelops the palate with a delightfully subtle, silky texture.
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.
Angel's Envy is more than just a bourbon; it's an artfully created spirit that undergoes a unique finishing process in port wine casks, elevating its character and earning its esteemed accolades. Each batch is meticulously conditioned, with our expert hands blending the bourbon in limited quantities. The whiskey is traditionally aged up to 6 years in fresh, charred white oak barrels, absorbing the rich and complex flavors of the wood.
Its appearance boasts a captivating gold hue, intertwined with radiant amber shades, bordering on a deep copper tone. Upon first scent, the nose is greeted by delicate whispers of vanilla, complemented by the sweetness of raisins, the warmth of maple syrup, and the earthiness of toasted nuts. As it graces the palate, this bourbon unravels a tapestry of flavors: from vanilla to ripe fruit, from the comforting notes of maple syrup and toast to the rich undertones of bitter chocolate. The experience is rounded off with a crisp finish, leaving behind a lingering sweetness reminiscent of Madeira, which gradually, and elegantly, fades away.Each bottle of this exceptional Bourbon Whiskey comes with a complimentary pair of Chilling Cubes.
Tasting Note by Angel's Envy:Nose: Subtle vanilla, raisins, maple syrup and toasted nuts.Palate: Vanilla, ripe fruit, maple syrup, toast and bitter chocolate.Finish: Clean and lingering sweetness with a hint of Madeira that slowly fades.
The second edition of Evolution follows the success of Revival. This limited release offers a glimpse into the intriguing interaction between their spirit and ex-Tennessee whiskey casks. Maturing in barrels that once held George Dickel whiskey, this expression provides a unique and captivating experience.
Tasting Note by Glenglassaugh:Nose: A luscious syrupy combination of sweet barley, delicate pineapple and waves of soft buttery vanilla. Deeper oak spices and caramelised pear develop and warm the nose.Palate: Robust, white peppery oak floods through crisp green apple and freshly crackedbarley. A gentle salted caramel emerges alongside hints of ripe banana and fruit salad syrup.Finish: A vibrant combination of classic oak spices and delicate soft fruits surroundedby fragrant waves of vanilla pod.
The Port Charlotte 10 year old is exclusively created, distilled, aged, and bottled on Islay. Crafted from 100% Scottish barley, it undergoes a slow distillation process using tall, slender-necked stills to achieve a harmonious, heathery barbeque smoke flavor.
Tasting Note by Bruichladdich:Nose: The smoke is calmed by the marine, ozone character, time has brought abalance, a harmony in the combination of oak, smoke and spirit. While the smoke isalways discernible on the nose it is dry, earthy, peatash in its style and so allows the oakto come forward with waves of golden caramel, fudge, vanilla custard, hints of ginger,nutmeg and clove. There is citrus fruit, coaxed from the glass with a drop of water,gentle lemon meringue and clementine. Breathe deeply and the floral aromas of wildthyme, heather and sea pink bring you to this Atlantic coast.Palate: On the palate there is a noticeable delicacy and softness in texture and style.Again, the balance of flavour is superb as the smoke wraps loosely around thesweetness drawn from deep within the oak. Coconut, vanilla custard, lemon honeycombines with smoked oysters and sun baked salty sand.Finish: The finish is sublime, smoky sure, but also the soft sweetness of fudge andmalted barley, orange, mango and Banoffee pie hinting of the depth and quality of theoak. The many layers interchange on each sip. As the smoke comes and goes so toothe notes of the spirit, ripe apple and apricot, beautifully intertwined with malt and oaksweetness and that typical Port Charlotte style dry smoke.
Nestled under the Mull of Oa, Ardbeg Distillery endures the Atlantic's harsh elements while enjoying natural shelter. Ardbeg An Oa reflects this rugged environment with its rounded, mellow character, crafted in the Gathering Vat. The blend of Pedro Ximenez, Virgin charred oak, and ex-bourbon casks creates a harmonious whisky with signature peat, dark chocolate, aniseed, and smooth butterscotch.
Tasting Note by Ardbeg:Nose: Peat infused with zesty lemon and lime, wrapped in waxy dark chocolate. Bold menthol and black pepper slice through the sweet smoke followed by tarry ropes and graphite. Savour the aroma of smoked fish and crispy bacon alongside green bell peppers, baked pineapple and pear juice. Add water and an oceanic minerality brings a breath of cool, briny seaspray. Waxed lemon and lime follows with coal tar soap, beeswax and herby pine woodlands. Toasted vanilla and sizzling cinnamon simmer with warm hazelnut and almond toffee.Palate: An explosion of crackling peat sets off millions of flavour explosions: peat effervesces with tangy lemon and lime juice, black pepper pops with sizzling cinnamon-spiced toffee. Then comes a wave of brine infused with smooth buttermilk, ripe bananas and currants. Smoke gradually wells up on the palate bringing a mouthful of warm creamy cappuccino and toasted marshmallows. As the taste lengthens and deepens, dry espresso, liquorice root and tarry smoke develop coating the palate with chewy peat oils.Finish: Long and smoky with tarry espresso, aniseed, toasted almonds and traces of soft barley and fresh pear.
Being the original member of Bunnahabhain's current Core Range, the Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old occupies a special place in their hearts. It was first introduced in 1979, and its longevity of nearly four decades owes much to the dedication and commitment of the distillery team, as well as the affection and support from fans and friends worldwide.
This 12 year old expression has established the standard and tone for the rest of their collection, demanding nothing but excellence. It undergoes a double maturation process in Ex Bourbon and Ex Sherry Casks, resulting in a whisky of exquisite richness and full-bodied character, striking the ideal equilibrium between Bunnahabhain's distinctive nutty and sherry notes.
Tasting Note by Bunnahabhain:Nose: Fresh and aromatic, fruity floral with hints of dried fruit and a subtle prevalence of smoke.Palate: Light with fruit notes, nutty flavours with a sweetness and slight hints of vanilla and caramel.Finish: Lingering, beautifully rich and full-bodied.
Arran's Single Malt, with a hint of peat smoke, epitomizes the signature freshness of Lochranza Distillery. This particular malt is among the inaugural batches of peated Single Malts crafted on the island.
Tasting Note by Arran:Nose: Light smoke and citrus.Palate: Dried grass, peat smoke and hints of vanilla and tropical fruit.Finish: Citrus, Smoke, Peat, Pineapple.
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.
Inspired by the desire to create a fruitier and sweeter iteration of Balvenie, Apprentice Malt Master Kelsey McKechnie embarked on a novel experiment. She introduced Virgin Oak barrels from Kentucky and subjected them to a deep toasting process at The Balvenie Cooperage. These barrels were then filled with Balvenie whisky previously aged in ex-bourbon barrels. The outcome is a remarkably intricate whisky brimming with notes of candied fruit, coconut, and delicate vanilla.
The Balvenie Distillery is built upon the narratives passed down through generations of craftsmen to their successors. The Balvenie Stories range, featuring three distinct whiskies, serves as a testament to these tales of character, dedication, and artistry.
Each whisky crafted by The Balvenie encapsulates a human story, evolving alongside its protagonists and unfolding unforeseen dimensions over years of maturation. It's a celebration of the enduring craft and tradition that defines The Balvenie.
Tasting Note by Balvenie:Nose: Lusciously malty with some sweet fudge, followed by citrusy and oak vanilla aromas with layers of spicy oak notes of ginger and cinnamon.Palate: Candied orange and lemon peel, vanilla toffee and butterscotch, layers of blossom honey, some melted brown sugar and oak spices at the end.Finish: Rich and malty with gentle waves of oak vanilla and subtle spices.
A bold and innovative expression that combines two contrasting flavours: smoky campfire and rich toffee sweetness. Breaking boundaries begins with blending peated whisky and Glenfiddich's signature sweet, fruity malts originally aged in bourbon casks. The final touch ends with six months of finishing in Latin rum casks.
Tasting Note by Glenfiddich:Nose: Billowing soft peat notes, like distant smoke on the wind. Rich sweet toffee with zesty fresh fruit notes and spiciness.Palate: Like a Highland peat campfire, with oak notes and toffee. Sharp green fruit, sweet baked apple and soft smoke.Finish: Lingering smokiness and sweetness.
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.
The Macallan's third A Night on Earth release celebrates year-end traditions, inspired by Nochevieja in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain. Crafted by The Macallan Whisky Mastery Team, this single malt matures in European and American sherry seasoned oak casks. Reflecting on togetherness and tradition, it captures the spirit of New Year's Eve. Special packaging, designed with Jerez native Maria Melero, enhances the festive experience.
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.
This Limited Edition release commemorates Big Peat’s 15th Anniversary. This distinguished whisky features a blend of the finest Islay single malts, primarily aged in hand-selected red wine casks. Presented in an exquisite, gift-worthy carton, it offers 15 curated points of interest that delve into the essence of Big Peat, the Isle of Islay, and the exceptional character of the whisky.
Tasting Note by Douglas Laing & Co:Nose: Warming, earthy and smoke-led, black forest fruits, vanilla and butterscotchPalate: Fruit-driven, toffee, dark chocolate and a subtle-nuttinessFinish: Long finish of home-baking spice and lingering dry peat smoke
Scallywag Chocolate Edition 2024 is a distinctive Speyside malt, enriched by maturation in both port and sherry casks. This small-batch release reveals layers of dark fruits, chocolate, and spice, complemented by a hint of vanilla. Non-chill filtered and free from added colour, it reflects the craftsmanship and character inspired by the Douglas Laing family's Fox Terriers.
Tasting Note by Douglas Laing & Co:Nose: Finished in Port casks, Scallywag Chocolate Edition #7 begins on the nose with dark forest fruits and rich spices.Palate: Delve into the sweet and silky-smooth palate as it begins to uncover layers of brown sugar and further rich, wild berries and rich spices.Finish: On the finish, anticipate the comforting warmth of baking spices.
This Glenfiddich 12 Year Old expression, a true embodiment of Speyside craftsmanship, is known for its signature fresh and fruity notes. Its aroma is rich with the scent of fresh pear, balanced by subtle oak tones. The taste experience offers sweet fruitiness, hints of butterscotch, cream and malt, while the long, smooth finish makes this single malt whisky a worldwide favourite. Presented in a vibrant, nature-inspired limited edition pack, it’s a perfect choice for a gift that embodies the spirit of Glenfiddich.
Tasting Note by Glenfiddich:Nose: Distinctively fresh and fruity with a hint of pear. Beautifully crafted and delicately balanced.Palate: Characteristic sweet, fruity notes. Develops into butterscotch, cream, malt and subtle oak flavours.Finish: A long smooth and mellow finish.
A classic Provence Rosé. Crafted from Cinsault, Grenache and Rolle (Vermentino) grapes, Whispering Angel boasts a full and delicate flavour profile whilst remaining bone dry with a smooth finish. Produced from a blend of premium free-run and press juices, it is meticulously fermented and aged in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, ensuring a refined and high-quality wine.
Tasting Note by Château d’Esclans: Nose: A beautifully pale pink, which is pleasing to the eye and draws one in.Palate: Whispering Angel rosé has a Fresh red berry fruit characteristics with floral notes. Ripe and fleshy feel on the palate.Finish: This popular rosé wine has great concentration, a smooth and round finish and no astringent aftertaste.
At the centre of the 2024 Core Range, the 12 Year Old features American and European Oak casks, along with influences from both Oloroso and Pedro Ximénez seasoned casks. Sitting at 46.4%, this expression perfectly embodies the spirit of The Glenturret’s heritage and tradition.
Tasting Note by Glenturret:Rich dried fruit is warmed by ginger and cinnamon, with layers of vanilla. Hints of dark chocolate and berry compote add depth, leading to a warm finish enhanced by gentle wood spices.
These casks were part of David Stewart's initial experiment to finish The Balvenie in French Pineau casks. After a few years, the results were not as expected, so he explored using a different source of Pineau, resulting in the creation of French Oak 16. However, this batch continued to age in the original casks and was discovered by Kelsey after 8 years in Pineau. She found they had developed into something remarkable.
Tasting Note by Balvenie:Nose: Warming amber tones from toasted oak and delicate spice are immersed by smooth butterscotch and hints of ripe berries.Palate: Intriguing layers of spice and rich sweetness layer on creamy vanilla and honey before revealing gentle oaky tannins.
Their 100% Rye Mashbill starts with 91% Raw Elbon Rye from Northwest Texas, along with cara, chocolate, and roasted rye, fully processed on-site in Waco, Texas. They use some of the tallest Forsyth copper pot stills in the world, creating a rich, viscous spirit. Each recipe undergoes a tailored 7-day fermentation, enhancing the development of fruity aromas. Texas's extreme temperature fluctuations deeply influence the whisky's flavour, as the spirit interacts with the oak casks through intense summers and cooler winters.
Tasting Note by Balcones: Nose: Texas Rye Bottled in Bond balances warm sun tea, candied fennel, and spruce tips before cooling notes of melted mint chip ice cream and raspberry glaze.Palate: It begins with graham cracker crust, dark chocolate espresso bean, and cardamom before well-articulated notes of carrot frond, cedar chest, and apricot preserves. Nutella and blackberry jam on rye toast linger for the finale.
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.
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.
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
As the final ever single malt release crafted by Dhavall Gandhi as part of the Whiskymaker's Edition, the Galaxia can be perfectly described as a 'harmonious symphony and surrender to a dance of light and darkness'. Combining some of the best characteristics of previous editions, the Galaxia boasts the aromatic spices as seen in the Infinity and Odyssey, the stewed fruits of Revelation and the creamy vanilla of Iris and Milky Way. It is the perfect fusion of almost all editions that came before it.Each bottle of this exceptional whisky comes with a complimentary The Lakes Rocking Glass.
Tasting Note by The Lakes Distillery:Aromatic oriental spices, floral perfume, stone and stewed fruits, vanilla cream.
Carefully curated from Glencadam's revered dunnage warehouses, this expression features single malt meticulously aged in premium ex-bourbon American oak casks. Following expert blending, the whisky undergoes a distinctive finish in hand-selected White Port barriques sourced from Portugal, adding a unique layer of flavour and complexity.
Tasting Note by Glencadam:Nose: Tangy strawberries and stone fruits bounde with Chantilly cream, buttery malt and citrus oils. Palate: Sweet layers of summer berries and baked apple mingled with golden raisins, raspberry jam and brandy snap biscuits. Finish: White pepper and custard tarts fading into a cinder toffee and sandalwood linger.
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.
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.
Breaking from tradition, this Whiskey redefines the boundaries of Irish Whiskey, offering a tapestry of distinctive flavours shaped by unconventional cask maturation methods.Carefully chosen casks of grain and malt whiskey undergo full maturation in Ex-Bourbon barrels before being harmonised in Central American Rum casks for up to 12 months, resulting in a one-of-a-kind dried fruit essence.
Tasting Note by Teeling:Nose: An inviting nose where vanilla and spice dance with bright sweet notes of Rum.Palate: The palate has a solid Rum influence that creates a unique smooth, sweet and slightly woody marriage that sparkles on the tongue. Exotic fruit notes push through as well, with a sweet spicy finish complemented by lingering woody undertones.
The Ledaig Triple Wood is an inaugural release, curated in collaboration with Tobermory Distillery's Island Ambassador and the renowned wildlife filmmaker Gordon Buchanan, marking a union of three iconic Ledaig single malts. This blend signifies the partnership among Tobermory Distillery, Gordon Buchanan, and the Mull and Iona Community Trust, a charitable associate in a strive to uphold, safeguard, and conserve the island of Mull in the Scottish Hebrides.
This luxurious whisky comprises three classic Ledaig single malts, each meticulously matured in distinct casks — Wine, Bourbon, and Port. These are expertly harmonized by Master Blender, Julieann Fernandez. The outcome is a distinctive, smoky whisky brimming with hints of apple, vanilla, smoky oak, toffee, and a lingering touch of maple syrup.
Tasting Note by Tobermory: Nose: Sweet nose with notes of poached pears dusted with cinnamon, creamy butterscotch and American cream soda.Palate: An initial burst of apple strudel an vanilla ice cream is balanced with cracked black pepper, wood smoke, toasted oak and treacle toffee.Finish: Lingering smoky finish with cloves and a touch of maple syrup.
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.
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.
The primary offering from the Eigashima distillery, "Akashi Blend," is a whisky composition consisting of 20% malted barley. It undergoes a three-year aging process in American oak casks, resulting in a light and harmoniously balanced character. Notably, Akashi Blend was awarded the gold medal at the 2016 International Spirits Challenge, recognizing its exceptional quality and flavor profile.
Tasting Note by Eigashima Distillery:Nose: Light – smoky & almond.Palate: Well-balanced – peach & toffee
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.
Glencadam Reserva de Porto Tawny Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a small-batch creation curated by their Master Distiller. This distinguished spirit originates from select single malts that have matured in exceptional American oak ex-bourbon casks housed in Glencadam's historic dunnage warehouses. These chosen malts are then expertly blended and finished in Tawny Port barriques imported from Portugal. Presented at 46% alcohol by volume, Glencadam Reserva de Porto Tawny retains its natural hue and is bottled without chill filtration.
Tasting Note by GlencadamNose: Rich dark fruits and candied cloves with hints of blackcurrant liquorice and baking spices.Palate: Layers of brambles, blackcurrant jam, treacle toffees and Morello cherries leading into plum crumble and cedarwood spices.Finish: Warming notes of walnut, golden syrup and Victoria sponge cake fading into toasty wood spices.
Celebrating The GlenDronach's historic methods, Master Blender Dr. Rachel Barrie has reintroduced traditional peat-infusion techniques from founder James Allardice's time. The GlenDronach Traditionally Peated, with its authentic Highland spirit, has been aged in select Pedro Ximénez, Oloroso sherry, and Port casks.
Tasting Note by GlenDronach:Nose: Highland toffee and treacle meld with dark honey and coal smoked barley.Palate: Sip burnt orange and treacle on a base of cloves and smoked bramble.Finish: Savour liquorice and dark fruit into the lingering rich, earthy finish.
Benriach's "The Sixteen" is a Speyside single malt scotch that matures for sixteen years, culminating in a harmonious blend of their classic Speyside essence. It undergoes triple cask aging in bourbon, sherry, and virgin oak, which imparts flavors of stone fruit, velvety malt, natural honey, and oaken spices. It boasts a natural hue from the casks and has an alcohol content of 43%.
Tasting Note by Benriach:Nose: Baked apple and creamy hazelnut malt with overtones of ginger-spiced apricot and honey.Palate: Spiced stewed apple, stone fruit and mellow nutty oak, with honeyed malt and candied peel.
Part of the GlenAllachie Wine Series, this 10 year old Speyside malt undergoes initial aging in American oak before a nuanced maturation in Grattamacco wine barriques, handpicked by Master Distiller Billy Walker. From Tuscany's esteemed Bolgheri area, the Grattamacco Estate's barriques enrich the whisky with blackcurrant and sweet tannins, reflecting the elegance of the region's red wine. Presented at 48% and limited to 2,600 cases, this non-chill filtered malt marries honeyed sophistication with a balanced finish, unaltered by added colors.
Tasting Note by GlenAllachie:Nose: Bursting with dark chocolate, butterscotch and heather honey, with notes of blackcurrant, caramelised brown sugar and cinnamon spice. Palate: Waves of ripe red berries, grapefruit and toasted honeycomb, followed by butterscotch, sugared fruit and black truffle.
This single malt offers strong aromas of sweet spices and toasted nuts that join the peat smoke. It is aged in premium Chinquapin virgin oak barrels originating from the Northern Ozark region of Missouri, USA. The mainland St. Fergus peat that was utilised to kiln the grain gives the 35 PPM whisky a sweeter kind of smoke character. The whisky has a rich flavour after a drawn-out 160-hour fermentation process that holds up well to maturation in virgin wood casks.
Tasting Note by Meikle Toir:Nose: Aromas of smouldering oak embers, burnt liquorice and honeycomb, with wild heather, ginger, butterscotch and orange peel.Palate: Dark chocolate, creme brulee and toasted almonds, leading to cinnamon, brittle toffee, aniseed and lingering campfire smoke.
Crafted from Concerto malted barley and water sourced from their own well, this expression delivers a bold, fresh flavor profile, blending the impact of peat with the creamy and vanilla influences of American oak. Aged exclusively in First-Fill Bourbon Barrels, it embodies LAGG's signature style, bottled at 46% ABV without chill filtering or added coloring. This marks the beginning of an exciting journey for LAGG Single Malt enthusiasts.
Tasting Note by Lagg:Nose: Heather smoke and charred citrus.Palate: An initial burst of fruit gives way to subtle bonfire smoke and a long lasting finishFinish: Citrus, Smoke, Vanilla, Long lasting .
At 48% ABV, Smokehead Sherry Cask Blast is a peaty Islay single malt whisky that lives up to its name. It undergoes an intense blast of rich, sweet, and spicy Spanish sherry casks, resulting in a fiery, explosive, and incredibly bold dram that packs a punch so strong it might even turn your skull red.
Tasting Note by Smokehead:Palate: Thick peat then fruitier, creamier feel - soft rich oak, soothing custard and vanilla. The hit of oily black smoke, with a rich, heavy mouthcoating peaty feel. Then along comes a sweet sticky flavour if barbecued banana, tangy sultanas and dried fruits.Finish: The peat returns, just as you hoped. This time it's brought some authentic Spanish sherry oakiness with it, pleasingly and disturbingly sweet. And one last sharp salty reminder that you're not dealing with the ordinary here.
