Distilled in 1999, this whisky was sequentially matured in three types of sherry casks—Amontillado on 4 November 2009, Oloroso on 20 June 2011, and Manzanilla on 12 September 2016. The result is a splendid burst of sherry character, enriched with notes of creamy fudge, vanilla pods, and a hint of tobacco. This distinctive dram is exceptionally rare, with only 4,002 individually numbered bottles available worldwide. It combines the finest sherry finishes synonymous with Bunnahabhain—Amontillado, Manzanilla, and Oloroso—and is presented at cask strength with an ABV of 53.3%. True to its Islay origins, it is unpeated, with no added colour and is non-chill filtered.
Tasting Note by Bunnahabhain:Nose: Freshly baked almond pastries are met with sweet berries, creamy fudge, rose petals and a hint of desiccated coconut.Palate: Fresh vanilla pods, butterscotch and creamy strawberries are balanced with honeyed cashews, wood spice and a gentle hint of tobacco.Finish: Dry finish with pine needles and blackcurrants
Macallan Rare Cask 2024 Release is created from a selection of rare casks at The Macallan Estate, each chosen for their exceptionally rich and complex character. These hand selected casks reveal a deep ruby mahogany colour, an intense sweet raisin flavour and a smooth velvety mouthfeel. This release represents one of the most expressive examples of The Macallan’s cask led style, showcasing richness, depth and luxurious sweetness.
Tasting Note by Macallan:Nose: Soft notes of vanilla with rich raisin, followed by a sweet fusion of fresh apple, lemon and orange.Palate: An intense sweet raisin dominates before giving way to vanilla and dark chocolate, with layers of light citrus zest.Finish: Long, rich and velvety.
The Macallan Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Release marks a return to one of whisky's most celebrated cultural partnerships, reuniting The Macallan with James Bond to commemorate 55 years since the premiere of Diamonds Are Forever. The whisky was crafted by Whisky Maker Russell Greig, an avid Bond devotee who has translated the film's narrative arc directly into the cask selection, drawing on the film's locations, characters and pivotal scenes as the creative framework for this limited edition release.
The cask composition reflects the film's storyline with deliberate precision. American white oak casks represent the Las Vegas and coastal California settings that dominate the picture, while sherry seasoned oak casks pay homage to Bond's connoisseurship of Solera sherry, a moment that surfaces early in the film. A selection of red wine seasoned casks acknowledges a later scene in which Bond's forensic knowledge of wine proves critical to the plot. The cask selection is completed with bespoke hybrid sherry seasoned oak casks, custom crafted from both European and American oak staves within a single cask, an expression of the innovative spirit shared by both Bond and The Macallan. Natural colour and non-chill filtration preserve the whisky's full integrity, and the presentation packaging draws on the film's original creative archive, offering a behind the scenes glimpse into its visual development. This is an unequivocally collection-worthy release.
Tasting Note by The Macallan: Nose: Sophisticated notes of sweet polished oak, vanilla bean and rich dried fruits. Palate: Creamy vanilla and caramel, with hints of cocoa powder coated champagne truffles, coffee, dried fruits including figs, berries and apricots, and subtle trailing spices. Finish: Long and refined with a lingering warmth.
The Original Cask Strength is Laphroaig in its purest form, delivering the full power of Islay’s land, sea and air. Matured for 10 years in charred American oak barrels, this expression is drawn directly from the cask, barrier-filtered only to remove char particles. It is unchill-filtered and bottled at natural strength, showcasing the distillery’s uncompromising character.
Batch 16 stands as the most powerful release in the Cask Strength family. Bottled at 58.5% ABV, it balances peat smoke and maritime salinity with layers of sweet orchard fruit, vanilla, spice, and the oily richness that defines Laphroaig.
Tasting Notes by Laphroaig:Nose: Sweet apples and caramelised pastry, with cereal, tanned leather and vanilla, lifted by Islay peat smoke.Palate: Vanilla and sea salt intermingled with freshly ground black pepper, pork crackling and savoury peat.Finish: Gentle spice, charred oak and smoked mackerel carried on an oily mouthfeel.
Established in 1887 by William Grant in Dufftown, Speyside, Glenfiddich has always been defined by a willingness to innovate within a tradition of uncompromising quality. The distillery remains family-owned across five generations, and it is that independence of spirit that has allowed it to pursue techniques rarely seen elsewhere in Scotch whisky production. The Solera Fifteen is perhaps the most distinctive expression of that curiosity, built around a process more commonly associated with the production of fine Sherry and Madeira than with single malt whisky.
At the heart of the 15 Year Old is a Solera Vat that has never been fully emptied since it was first filled in 1998. Kept perpetually at least half full, the vat brings together whiskies matured in three distinct cask types including new oak, American oak and Sherry oak, which marry continuously over time to create a whisky of layered complexity and remarkable consistency. As each portion is drawn off for bottling, it carries with it the accumulated character of every whisky that has rested in the vat before it, producing a depth of flavour that belies the 15 Year Old age statement. A genuinely distinctive bottle for a collection and an assured gift for anyone with an appreciation for craft and curiosity in equal measure.
Tasting Note by Glenfiddich:Nose: An intriguingly complex aroma. Sweet heather honey and vanilla fudge combined with rich dark fruits.Palate: Silky smooth, revealing layers of sherry oak, marzipan, cinnamon and ginger. Full-bodied and bursting with flavour.Finish: Satisfyingly rich with lingering sweetness.
Crafted in Glasgow since 1823, Auchentoshan is one of Scotland's few remaining Lowland distilleries and the only one to triple distil every drop of its spirit. This process, carried out through three copper pot stills, produces a characteristically smooth and delicate new make that serves as the foundation for every expression in the range.
The 24 Year Old was released to mark the distillery's 200th anniversary and represents the highest-aged expression in the current Auchentoshan range. Distilled on 22 June 1998, it has been matured through a marriage of American bourbon casks and European oak sherry casks, with carefully curated refill casks completing the vatting. Twenty-four years of maturation have produced a whisky of considerable depth and refinement, presented in a premium gift box that makes it an exceptional choice for collectors and celebratory occasions alike.
Tasting Note by Auchentoshan:Nose: Mint leaves, menthol, beeswax, juicy green grapes, warm autumnal fruits and citrus.Palate: Candied citrus peel, creamy vanilla, moist raisins and chocolate coated almonds.Finish: Long and fruity, with citrus and soft spices.
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 804 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.
Craigellachie 17 Year Old begins its life in a blend of ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry casks. After the initial maturation period, the whisky divides — half moving into first-fill Sherry casks, the other half into first-fill Bourbon casks. The result is a single malt of genuine complexity: the richness of sherry balanced against the vanilla and oak of bourbon, neither overpowering the other.
True to the distillery's uncompromising character, the 17 is bottled at 46% ABV with no chill filtration and no caramel colouring.
The Reserva PX represents one of the most intensely flavoured expressions in the Glencadam range, shaped decisively by the Pedro Ximénez Sherry butts sourced from Andalucía, Spain, in which it receives its final maturation. Produced at Glencadam's historic distillery in Brechin, Angus — in operation since 1825 — this small-batch release draws on single malt selected by the Master Distiller from the distillery's dunnage warehouses, where years of ex-bourbon maturation have laid a rich and fruited foundation for the PX cask to work upon.
Pedro Ximénez is among the most intensely sweet and concentrated of all sherry styles, and its influence here is profound — drawing out dark fruit, baking spice and confected richness that places this expression firmly at the indulgent end of the Glencadam spectrum. The result is a whisky of considerable depth and complexity, bottled unchillfiltered at natural colour. A collection-worthy release and a compelling gift for those who favour richness and character in their single malt. Glencadam Reserva PX Cask Finish was awarded the Best Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (2024)!The Judging Panel described the whisky as showing; ‘Perfumed aroma with raspberry and blackcurrant jams and nutmeg. The complex palate features toffee, caramel, stewed apples, dates, nutmeg, and cinnamon.’
Tasting Note by Glencadam:Nose: Tangy and fresh with aromas of tropical fruits and citrus bound by a soft vanilla sweetness and baking spices.Palate: Bright and grassy with layers of pineapple, lemon curd and brioche with citrus zest highlights.Finish: Clean and crisp with notes of yellow fruits, vanilla pod and nutmeg spices.
Bowmore Distillery has stood on the shores of Loch Indaal on Islay since 1779, and the Timeless series represents some of the most exceptional whisky the distillery has produced. This 29 Year Old Limited Edition was filled in 1991 and 1992, making it a genuine artefact of a specific moment in Bowmore's history, and a rare opportunity for collectors and serious enthusiasts alike.
Matured in a combination of sherry-seasoned European oak casks and ex-bourbon American oak barrels, the whisky has spent nearly three decades developing the interwoven layers of complexity that define this expression. Bottled at cask strength of 53.7% ABV, the Timeless 29 Year Old is an immersive and indelible whisky that rewards patience in equal measure to the time invested in its creation.
Tasting Notes by Bowmore:Nose: Expressive dark fruits, the sweet aromas of cocoa and bitter orange, infused with cherry blossom and liquorice. Palate: Rich and layered, reflecting a depth of sweetness while evoking peat and sea salt flavours. Finish: Mouth warming, then peat drying and salt on the lips with a long lasting finish, bursting with intention.
Distilled and matured at the Glenfiddich Distillery in Dufftown, at the heart of Speyside, this 21 year old expression represents one of the most distinctive releases in the distillery's core range. Founded in 1887 by William Grant, Glenfiddich remains family owned and is one of the most celebrated single malt producers in Scotland. Two decades of patient maturation in traditional oak casks allows the distillery's signature character to develop fully before Malt Master Brian Kinsman hand selects individual barrels for the final stage.
Those selected casks are transferred into Caribbean reserva rum casks for a finishing period that introduces a layer of tropical warmth and spice to the established Speyside foundation. The result is a whisky of considerable complexity, balancing the restrained richness of a long Speyside maturation with the more animated character that rum cask finishing imparts. At 40% ABV, it is approachable without sacrificing depth, and presents exceptionally well as a gift or a considered addition to a maturing collection.
Tasting Note by Glenfiddich:Nose: Intense and vanilla sweet. Floral, hints of banana, figs, rich toffee, new leather and oak.Palate: Initially soft, then brisk, vibrant and drying, peppery, a touch of smoke, oak, lime, ginger and spices.Finish: Very long, warming, dry and spicy.
Aberfeldy Distillery sits in the foothills of the Central Highlands, on the banks of the River Tay, and has been producing single malt since 1898. This 25 Year Old is a limited release bottled to mark the distillery's 125th anniversary, representing Aberfeldy's house style at its most refined, spending over two decades in refill hogsheads and refill butts before being finished for more than a year in first-fill Oloroso sherry casks, a final stage that adds depth, richness and warming spice to the distillery's characteristically honeyed and fruit-driven spirit.
Bottled at 46% ABV, the expression delivers the kind of complexity and refinement that only extended maturation can produce. A genuinely rare commemorative release, it is an exceptional addition to any serious whisky collection and a fitting tribute to 125 years of Highland craftsmanship at Aberfeldy.
Tasting Note by Aberfeldy:Luxuriously succulent. With notes of Highland honey, wild strawberries and ripe peaches warmed by the sun, the aroma builds with cocoa powder, creamy caramel and warming cinnamon. On the palate, delicate fruit rests on a malty, cereal base, with a hint of vanilla coffee and a long, satisfying finish.
Established in 1812 near Cawdor in the Scottish Highlands, Royal Brackla holds a distinction shared by very few distilleries in Scotland. In 1833 it became the first distillery to be granted a Royal Warrant, bestowed by King William IV, earning it the enduring title of The King's Own Whisky. That heritage of quality and craftsmanship underpins every expression released under the Royal Brackla name, and this 19 Year Old Exceptional Cask release is a particularly fine example of the distillery's considered approach to maturation.
Limited to just 1,170 bottles, this small batch release has been matured in carefully selected casks before a finishing period in Oloroso sherry casks adds a further layer of richness and complexity. Bottled at 54.9% ABV, non-chill filtered and naturally coloured, it is presented in the fullest expression of the distillery's traditional style. A release of genuine rarity, it merits consideration from serious collectors and makes a distinguished gift for those who appreciate provenance and craft in equal measure.
Tasting Note by Royal Brackla: Nose: Smooth vanilla sweetness with soft notes of creamy coconut and ripe honeydew melon, lifted by gentle hints of cinnamon and star anise. Palate: Full bodied and well rounded, with vanilla and coconut at the centre, layered with the lush fruitiness of honeydew melon and a warming weave of cinnamon spice and star anise.Finish: Long and vibrant, with lingering warmth, gentle spice and a clean sweetness that fades gradually.
Established in 1898 on the banks of the Pitilie Burn in the Scottish Highlands, Aberfeldy was built by John Dewar and Sons at a site chosen for the exceptional purity of its local water source, a burn celebrated for the traces of gold carried in its waters from the surrounding hills. The 12 Year Old is the accessible entry point into the distillery's core range, matured in handcrafted oak casks combining American oak ex-Bourbon and Sherry influences that work in harmony to develop Aberfeldy's characteristic honeyed richness and luxurious mouthfeel.
Twelve years in wood imparts a natural golden hue, a full-bodied texture and a layered complexity that rewards both the newcomer and the more experienced collector. Its exceptional quality has been recognised with a Platinum Medal and Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2025, alongside a Bronze Medal at the International Wine and Spirit Competition 2024. Whether served neat, over ice or as the foundation for a premium whisky cocktail, this is a Highland single malt of genuine versatility and consistent quality, and a reliable and well-regarded gift for any occasion.
Tasting Note by Aberfeldy: Scented with spiced and honeyed plump fruits and syrupy with lots of vanilla, fudge and just a whisper of smoke on the finish.
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.
Distilled and matured at the Glenfiddich Distillery in Dufftown, Speyside, this 23 Year Old forms part of the distillery's prestigious Grand Series, a collection that represents the upper tier of the Glenfiddich range. Founded in 1887 by William Grant and still family owned today, Glenfiddich brings over a century of Speyside craft to each expression in the series. The Grand Cru is among the most refined of these, combining an extended maturation with a finishing cask of considerable distinction.
Twenty-three years of maturation in American and European oak casks establishes a deep and well-integrated character before the whisky is transferred to rare French cuvée casks for its finishing period. These casks, associated with some of the finest sparkling wine production in France, introduce a delicate brightness and an elegant structural lift that sets this expression apart from more conventional Speyside releases. Presented in a striking black and gold bottle befitting its position within the Grand Series, the Grand Cru is a compelling choice for the collector and an exceptional gift for occasions that warrant something genuinely special.
Tasting Note by Glenfiddich:Nose: Apple blossom, freshly baked bread and candied lemon.Palate: Layers of rich vanilla oak, sweet brioche, sandalwood, pear sorbet and white grape.Finish: Long, opulent and sweet.
Distilled on the Orkney Islands at one of Scotland's most storied distilleries, Highland Park has crafted whisky on its Kirkwall site since 1798. Under Master Whisky Maker Gordon Motion, each release is built around the precise marriage of hand-selected casks, with the distillery's signature lightly peated Orcadian heather malt underpinning every expression.
The 25 Year Old 2023 Release is drawn from just 22 casks: ten first-fill sherry seasoned European oak hogsheads, two first-fill sherry seasoned American oak hogsheads, four first-fill sherry seasoned American oak butts, five refill hogsheads and one refill butt. Each cask was selected by Gordon Motion for its marrying potential, depth of flavour and complex character, producing a whisky of natural deep copper colour and considerable aged richness. At this level of maturation and rarity, it is as much a collector's piece as it is a drinking whisky, and presents exceptionally well as a landmark gift.
Tasting Note by Highland Park:Honeyed peaches, sweet satsumas, pistachio biscotti, crushed coriander seed, aromatic oregano, crème brûlée, citrus zest and heathered peat smoke.
Established in 1887 by William Grant in Dufftown, Speyside, Glenfiddich remains family-owned across five generations and is widely credited with pioneering the single malt category as we know it today. The distillery's commitment to independence has never wavered, and that same self-reliance extends to every aspect of production, from the copper stills crafted and maintained on site to the patient, unhurried approach to maturation that defines the house style. At eighteen years, the spirit has spent long enough in wood to develop genuine weight and complexity whilst retaining the fresh orchard fruit character that is distinctly Glenfiddich.
The 18 Year Old is married in small batches of no more than 150 individually numbered casks, a process overseen with care to ensure extraordinary consistency across every release. The intense marrying period allows the whiskies from individual casks to fully integrate before bottling, producing a Flagship Collection expression that balances the richness of long maturation with the precision of small batch craft. A reliably distinguished gift and a natural step forward for anyone who has enjoyed the 12 or 15 Year Old expressions.
Tasting Note by Glenfiddich:Nose: A remarkably rich aroma with ripe orchard fruit, baked apple and robust oak.Palate: Richly delivers luxurious dried fruit, candy peel and dates. Overlaid with elegant oak notes.Finish: Warming, rewarding and distinguished.
The Glenglassaugh Portsoy single malt is influenced by our adjacent harbor village of Portsoy, capturing its profound maritime essence. Aged in sherry, bourbon, and port barrels, the robust depth of Glenglassaugh Portsoy emerges gradually, seamlessly aligning with the rich coastal nuances of our peated spirit.
Tasting Note by Glenglassaugh:Nose: Rich maritime waves infused with tropical fruit and sherried dark soy, rolling into port with liquorice and sea kelp.Palate: Full-bodied with dark chocolate, fermented soy and charred mango with treacle and a crack of sea salt.
Distilled on the storm-swept southern shore of Islay, Laphroaig has been producing some of the world's most recognisable and uncompromising single malts since 1815. The distillery's defining character comes from its own floor maltings, where barley is dried over a peat fire cut from the mossy bogs directly behind the buildings, and from the cold Atlantic air that shapes every cask as it matures in the warehouses facing the sea. That combination of place, process and patience is what makes Laphroaig one of the most distinctive addresses in Scotch whisky.
Batch 17 of the Cask Strength expression is bottled without chill-filtration or water reduction, preserving the full natural character of the spirit exactly as it leaves the barrel. At 58.3% ABV, this is Laphroaig at its most direct and unadulterated, a release that rewards those who want to explore the distillery's signature interplay of sweet fruit, coastal salinity and deep Islay peat. A serious addition to any collection, and a compelling choice for the whisky enthusiast who already knows what they love.
Tasting Note by Laphroaig:Nose: Sweet, vibrant and smoky, with notes of candied apple slices, crème brûlée, sugared pastries and warming peat smoke.Palate: Initially sweet and fruity, with stewed apple, vanilla cream and pears in syrup, followed by a wave of sea salt, earthy peat and crisp seaweed.Finish: Very long, with black pepper spice, antique leather and a sweet grassy smoke that fades into a tarry peat aroma.
Established in 1824 on the Easter Elchies Estate in Speyside, The Macallan has long defined its house style through an unwavering commitment to exceptional oak cask selection. The distillery's Master of Wood sources, crafts, toasts and seasons each cask to precise specifications before filling, ensuring the wood imparts the full measure of its character to the maturing spirit.
The Sherry Oak 18 Year Old 2024 Release is matured exclusively in hand-picked sherry seasoned oak casks sourced from Jerez, Spain. Eighteen years of undisturbed maturation in this single cask type produces the deep, natural mahogany colour and layered complexity for which this expression is celebrated annually. Each year's release marks a distinct moment in The Macallan's Sherry Oak Collection, making the 2024 edition a worthy addition to any serious collection and an exceptional gift for those with a discerning palate.
Tasting Note by The Macallan:Nose: Treacle tart with stem ginger, soaked raisins and sultanas with a hint of orange and ground cinnamon.Palate: Soft and rich, with flavours of dark chocolate coated ginger with dates and dried apricots, balanced with oak and the sweetness of vanilla.Finish: Lingering with dried fruits, ginger and oak.
Situated on a 485-acre estate on the banks of the River Spey in Craigellachie, The Macallan is one of Speyside's most distinguished distilleries, with a history stretching back to 1824. The distillery's famously small, curiously shaped stills produce a robust and fruity new make spirit that is ideally suited to long maturation in quality oak, and it is the cask, above all else, that defines The Macallan's house philosophy. Every bottle in the Sherry Oak Collection carries entirely natural colour, a commitment that speaks directly to the integrity of the maturation process and the quality of the casks selected.
The Sherry Oak 12 Year Old is matured for a minimum of twelve years on The Macallan Estate, predominantly in sherry seasoned European oak casks prepared in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain. It is widely regarded as the definitive entry point into The Macallan's classic style, offering the full expression of what sherry seasoned European oak imparts to a long-matured Speyside spirit: deep natural colour, dried fruit richness, warming spice and genuine complexity. For those seeking a thoughtful and widely admired gift, or a foundational bottle for a developing collection, the Sherry Oak 12 Year Old consistently delivers.
Tasting Notes by The Macallan:Nose: Dried fruit, candied citrus peel and oak with notes of ginger and nutmeg.Palate: Raisins and sultanas with ginger syrup, a touch of sweet cinnamon spice and a hint of vanilla.Finish: Long with oak and warming ginger.
Distilled at The Macallan Estate in Craigellachie on Speyside, one of Scotland's most celebrated whisky-producing regions, The Macallan has built its reputation over nearly two centuries on an unwavering commitment to exceptional oak cask maturation. The distillery's unique and patented Cask Tracking System follows every cask from cooperage to warehouse, ensuring complete chain of custody from the bodegas of Jerez de la Frontera in southern Spain through to the Speyside warehouses where the spirit quietly matures. That precision and provenance is the foundation upon which every expression in the range is built.
The Double Cask 12 Year Old is matured for a minimum of twelve years in a combination of sherry seasoned American oak and sherry seasoned European oak casks, both prepared at The Macallan's own cooperages and bodegas in Jerez. The American oak contributes its characteristic sweetness and vanilla freshness, whilst the European oak brings the deeper dried fruit and soft spice notes more familiar from the classic Sherry Oak style. The result, as conceived by Master Whisky Maker Kirsteen Campbell, is a harmonious and approachable expression that sits between the two principal collections in The Macallan range. Bottled at natural colour with no added caramel, it presents beautifully and makes a highly regarded gift for any occasion.
Tasting Note by Macallan:Nose: Creamy butterscotch with a hint of toffee apple, candied orange, vanilla custard and newly felled oak.Palate: Deliciously honeyed, wood spices and citrus, balanced with raisins and caramel.Finish: Oak lingers, warm, sweet and drying.
Distilled in 2008, this exceptional expression embarks on its maturation journey within ex-bourbon American oak casks before undergoing a transformative finishing period in specially selected White Port barriques sourced from Portugal. These unique barriques bring forth rich fruit flavors, enhancing the whisky's character and complexity. Bottled at a robust 46% ABV and presented in its natural form with no artificial color or chill filtration.
Tasting Note by Tomintoul: Nose: Elderflower and orchard blossom floral notes, white grapes, pineapple sweets, and soft barley are all present.Palate: Plenty of fruity tang with summer berries, sultanas, and honeyed prunes. Syrupy flapjack joins, with a dash of fresh vanilla.Finish: Hints of creamy cocoa, praline, golden plums, spiced biscuits.
Ledaig Hebridean Moon takes its inspiration from Mull's historic Baliscate Standing Stones, known for centuries as markers of the lunar cycle, symbolising renewal and reflection. This single malt represents the first spirit from Tobermory Distillery's new stills, introduced in 2014. As the distillery transitioned from its older stills, this release marks the start of a fresh chapter, mirroring the lunar cycle’s theme of renewal.
Aged quietly for over ten years in carefully selected second-fill bourbon casks, this whisky honours its Hebridean heritage, making it both a tribute to Mull and a unique limited edition.
Tasting Note by Tobermory: Nose: An earthy smoke fades to reveal soft vanilla, double cream and candied fruit with a gentle spice and touch of cracked black pepper.Palate: Packed full of citrus notes reminiscent of lemon drizzle cake, balanced with notes of fresh leather, tobacco and a hint of toasted oak.Finish: A warm medicinal smoke lingers with a gentle cinnamon spice.
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.
This 21-year-old edition is distilled and initially aged in whisky refill casks on December 16, 1999, after which it was carefully transferred into Oloroso sherry casks on February 26, 2015. The outcome is a delightfully sweet and lively dram. Staying true to Tobermory's commitment to quality, like all their whiskies, this one is non-chill filtered and boasts its natural colour, maintaining an ABV of 46.3%.
Tasting Note by Tobermory:Nose: Marzipan, hazelnuts, toffee and treacle. Furniture wax.Palate: Cherry wood, brown sugar, caramelised pineapples and sticky toffee.Finish: Fresh, light and sweet.
Established in 1887 by William Grant in Dufftown, Speyside, Glenfiddich remains family-owned across five generations and has long paired its tradition of independent craft with a genuine spirit of experimentation. The distillery's Malt Master Brian Kinsman has overseen the development of expressions that push the boundaries of what Speyside single malt can offer, and the 14 Year Old Bourbon Barrel Reserve is one of the clearest demonstrations of his approach to cask management and finishing.
After fourteen years of maturation in ex-Bourbon American oak casks, which draw out the distillery's characteristic fresh fruit character alongside developing layers of vanilla and caramel sweetness, Kinsman transfers selected parcels to charred new American oak barrels for a final finishing period. The use of new wood at this stage, still unusual in Scotch whisky production, adds a deeper layer of toasted oak richness and spice that elevates the expression beyond a conventional Speyside profile. The result is a whisky with the freshness and fruit-forward quality Glenfiddich is known for, given additional weight and complexity by two distinct encounters with American oak. A distinctive Flagship Collection bottling and a well-considered gift for the whisky drinker who enjoys something a little off the beaten track.
Tasting Note by Glenfiddich:Nose: Deep vibrant vanilla notes with hints of citrus, caramelised brown sugar and cinnamon. Baked apple and ripe summer fruits and balanced with the rich oaky aromas.Palate: Beautifully rich and sweet with layers of creamy toffee, woody spices, candied orange peel and fresh toasted oak.Finish: Long lasting with lingering sweetness.
The Balvenie French Oak stands as a vibrant single malt whisky that has undergone a finishing period in casks previously cradling wine sourced from the renowned French Charentes vineyards.
Pineau des Charentes, a fortified wine, is crafted by blending unfermented grape juice with Cognac eau-de-vie, followed by a maturation process. This distinctive wine is also crafted as a homemade product in the neighboring Deau-Sevres and Vendee regions.
The inspiration for this exploration into French Oak casks came from a suggestion by The Balvenie USA brand ambassador, Lorne Cousin. He urged Malt Master David C. Stewart MBE to consider these casks after a visit to the region with his family, where he fondly remembered savoring an aperitif.
This release marks The Balvenie's initial foray into the realm of French Oak. Pineau, resembling Cognac both in production and flavor, allows them to leverage the growing popularity of this flavor profile, complemented by its premium standing.
Tasting Note by Balvenie:Nose: Beautifully balanced light floral notes from lotus and geranium flowers dance between hints of fresh meadow grass and pealed apple skin.Palate: An energising zing from tangy lemon rind and grapefruit meet the delicate subtle sweetness of glazed fruits and spice from root ginger.Finish: Refreshingly concise.
Glencadam Distillery sits in Brechin, on the eastern edge of the Scottish Highlands, and has been producing single malt since 1825. The Reserva Andalucía pays direct homage to the distillery's relationship with the famous sherry-producing region of southern Spain, drawing on carefully selected Oloroso sherry butts sourced from Andalucía itself to define the character of this multi-award winning expression.
The whisky is first matured in a combination of sherry butts and bourbon casks from Glencadam's traditional dunnage warehouses before being finished in Oloroso sherry butts from Andalucía. Bottled at 46% ABV without chill-filtration and at natural colour, the finish amplifies the distillery's characteristic fruitiness with layers of dried fruit, sweet spice and sherry-driven richness.
Tasting Note by Glencadam: Nose: Initial aromas of ripe soft fruits, soft nougat and oaky vanilla with a background of freshly made fudge. Palate: Smooth and creamy with sultanas, orchard fruits and toffee apple sweetness. Finish: Long lasting and silky smooth with honey, muscovado sugar and green tea lingering on the tongue.
In terms of cask types, it begins its maturation journey in a blend of ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry casks. Then, 50% of the blend undergoes further refinement in first-fill Sherry casks, while the remainder is aged in first-fill Bourbon casks.
Notably, all Craigellachie expressions uphold a steadfast commitment to quality: they are non-chill filtered, free from caramel coloring, and bottled at a respectable 46% ABV. For those seeking a whisky of character and authenticity, Craigellachie is a notable choice.
Tasting Note by Craigellachie: The scents of oozing toasted marshmallows, fire-roasted pineapples, and baked apples sprinkled with cloves, along with the tang of cordite lingering in the background, make Craigellachie 13 Year Old remind one of Bonfire Night.
Founded in 1892 by William Grant in Dufftown, at the heart of Speyside, The Balvenie is one of Scotland's most craft-focused distilleries, maintaining its own floor maltings, cooperage and coppersmith team on site. It is a place where traditional methods have been preserved not as a point of heritage but as a genuine commitment to quality, and that philosophy runs through every expression in the range. The distillery's Malt Master lineage is among the most celebrated in the industry, with David C. Stewart MBE spending over five decades shaping its character before passing the role to Kelsey McKechnie.
DoubleWood 12 was launched in 1993, built on a wood finishing technique pioneered by David C. Stewart in 1982 that has since become widely adopted across the industry. The whisky first matures in traditional whisky oak casks before being transferred to European oak sherry casks for a further period of maturation, adding fruity, honeyed depth and greater complexity. The whiskies are then married for three to four months in large oak tuns before bottling. This limited edition presents the expression in exclusive narrative-led packaging by award-winning illustrator Victo Ngai, making it a particularly distinctive gift.
Tasting Note by Balvenie:Nose: Sweet fruit and Oloroso sherry notes, layered with honey and vanilla.Palate: Smooth and mellow with beautifully combined flavours ~ nutty sweetness, cinnamon spiciness and a delicately proportioned layer of sherry.Finish: Long and Warming.
The Tomintoul 15 Years Old Madeira Cask Finish, distilled in 2008, initially matured in ex-bourbon American oak casks before undergoing a special finishing process in Madeira wine casks personally selected by Master Distiller Robert Fleming from Portugal's Madeira Islands. These Madeira wine casks have flawlessly complemented the Tomintoul Single Malt, infusing it with rich fruit flavours that enhance the whisky's character and complexity. Bottled at 46% abv, it maintains its natural colour and avoids chill filtration. This release is limited to only 6,654 individually numbered bottles.
Tasting Note by Tomintoul:Nose: Sweet butterscotch, maple syrup and brambles, cushioned with ground coffee and dark chocolate.Palate: Juicy layers of chocolate covered raisins, stewed plums, candied peels and tiramisu married with liquorice, treacle toffees and peppery oak spices.Finish: Toasted nuts, espresso coffee and cacao highlighted with dark fruits, fennel and ginger spices.
Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Oak Finish stands out as a remarkable expression. It combines the unforgettable flavours of the classic 10 Year Old Laphroaig with the sweet and complex influence of Oloroso sherry casks. This unique whisky begins with the same traditional process, aging in ex-Bourbon barrels, before it rests in Oloroso sherry casks to gain extra depth and character. Each sherry oak cask is hand-selected to create a truly exceptional single malt.
Tasting Note by Laphroaig:Nose: Sweet and peaty with medicinal notes of Manuka honey, hospital bandages, antiseptic lotion, Germolene, strong cloves aroma but also grilled smoky bacon, a distinctive character of sweet leather, iodine and pine tar.Palate: Sweet and aromatic, with rich wax and furniture polish notes followed by treacle toffee, maple syrup, bitter dark chocolate combined with pencil shavings, pine needle and cedar scented wood.Finish: Finished in European oak Oloroso sherry barrels.
Tomintoul 15 Years Old Port Cask Finish, distilled in 2006, commences its maturation in ex-bourbon American oak casks before undergoing a transformative finishing process in Port pipe casks meticulously selected from Portugal.
Tasting Note by Tomintoul:Nose: Bramble and red cherry fruit notes mingled with toasted brioche and amoretti biscuitPalate: Layers of cherry Bakewell, dark fruits and marzipan followed by clove and pink peppercorn spicesFinish: Warming and toasty with soft nougat and dried cranberry leading into peppery wood spices.
Produced at Glengoyne Distillery on the Highland-Lowland boundary since 1883, the 15 Year Old is built on the same foundations as the rest of the range: Scotland's slowest distillation process and the exclusive use of unpeated, air-dried barley. The result is a characteristically clean, fruit-forward spirit that allows fifteen years of careful cask influence to speak without interference from smoke or peat.
Matured in a combination of first-fill sherry, first-fill bourbon, and refill casks, the whisky achieves a considered balance between the vibrant fruit and spice of the active casks and the subtler depth contributed by refill wood. Bottled at 43% ABV without chill-filtration and at natural colour, with packaging that is fully recyclable, plastic-free and FSC-certified, this is a refined and conscientiously produced expression of Glengoyne's house style.
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.
Established in 1826 in the sheltered Valley of Forgue in the Scottish Highlands, The GlenDronach Distillery has maintained an unwavering commitment to traditionally crafted, sherry-matured single malt for nearly two centuries. Founded by James Allardice, the distillery is one of Scotland's most respected producers of richly cask-influenced whisky, and its dunnage warehouses — cool, earthen-floored, and unhurried — provide ideal conditions for the long, patient maturation that defines its house style.
The 15 Year Old spends fifteen years maturing exclusively in Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks sourced from the bodegas of Andalucía in southern Spain. The additional three years beyond the 12 Year Old expression allows the spirit to draw yet deeper colour and concentration from the wood, building layers of dried fruit and dark confectionery character that few distilleries can match. Beautifully presented and richly sherried, this is an expression well suited to gifting or adding genuine weight to a collection.
Tasting Note by GlenDronach:Nose: An intoxicating burst of maraschino cherry, ripe bramble and dark chocolate mint with hints of orange bitters and walnut liqueur.Palate: Honey-glazed apricot and ripe fig with a crescendo of black cherry, angelica, and muscovado.
Matured in American oak and finished in the finest Oloroso sherry casks, it boasts a rich and opulent taste. Situated on the historic Cawdor Estate, the Royal Brackla Distillery has a legacy dating back to 1812, making it one of the world's oldest distilleries, proudly standing on grounds associated with Shakespeare's Macbeth.
Tasting Note by Royal Brackla:The full bodied spice of Oloroso and the bright summer breeze of Royal Brackla elegantly combine as a smooth and inviting dram – ripe peaches, black cherries, chocolate covered almonds and muscovado sugar.
Uigeadail, named after Gaelic words for "a dark, mysterious place," is a whisky that encapsulates the essence of its peat-rich water source, Loch Uigeadail. It's a captivating blend of sweetness, spice, and smokiness, thanks to aging in ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks. The unique vatting technique of Ardbeg Uigeadail melds smoky notes from ex-bourbon American oak with the sweet richness of ex-sherry Oloroso casks, creating a whisky of profound depth and character. This non-chill filtered whisky, with no age statement, boasts a 54.2% ABV and a deep gold color, offering an invitation to explore its complex flavors.
Tasting Note by Ardbeg:Nose: Heady, intense and powerful. Swirl the glass and dip your nose into the torrents of tarry ropes, creosote and linseed oil rising from deep within the vortex. A collision of waxy dark chocolate, warm blackcurrants and muscovado sugar pulls you under its spell with a burst of plump cherries and earthy pine needles leaping from its depths. From salty seasoning comes a briny character with tangy crisp seaweed and smoky bacon swirling on the surface with hints of sweet vanilla, spicy cloves and blueberries. Surrender to its dangerous depths with the heady force of menthol, treacle and chilli sauce.Palate: Plunge into the whirlpool and torrents of taste well up on the palate; deep, peppery and chewy, bombarding the tongue. The first plunge brings forth chewy peppered steak soaked in pepper sauce with the tang of crispy seaweed. As you descend deeper, encounter a mouthful of black tarry espresso coffee that coats the palate with rich melted dark fruits (blackcurrants, blueberries and cherries) and bitter almonds. As the taste soaks in deeper, star anise and hickory dry out the palate before a surprise of chalky effervescent violets fizz to the surface.Finish: Long, deep and remaining powerful into the finish with black tarry coffee, chocolate coated cherries and hot pepper sauce, the lingering memories of your mysterious and daring journey into Corryvreckan.
Matured exclusively in hand-selected American oak ex-bourbon barrels, Tomintoul 10 Years Old is a delicately well-balanced single malt. This 10-year-old expression is a beloved favorite within the Tomintoul range and has earned prestigious gold medals for its exceptional taste in some of the world's most renowned spirits competitions.
Tasting Note by Tomintoul:Nose: Delicate and floral with aromas of acacia honey, vanilla, wholemeal toast and mellow wood spices. Palate: Sweet and honeyed with layers of creme caramel and toasted almond with highlights of lemon zest and a grassy freshness. Finish: Notes of buttery oak, citrus peels fading into a mellow cake spice linger.
In the Craigellachie Cask Finishing Collection, one can find the Craigellachie 13 Year Old Bas-Armagnac Cask, a unique addition that pays homage to their traditional worm tubs. Casks from producers of oak-aged spirits who also employ worm tubs have been sourced to create this distinctive offering. The inaugural release in this collection showcases the award-winning 13-year-old Craigellachie Single Malt, artfully finished in Bas-Armagnac casks originating from the northernmost region of Gascony, France. This distinctive finishing process adds a roundness to the robust Craigellachie character. Initially, the whisky matures in ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry casks before undergoing a resting period of just over a year in Bas-Armagnac casks. Staying true to their commitment to quality, all Craigellachie expressions remain non-chill filtered, devoid of caramel colouring, and are bottled at a respectable 46% ABV.
Re-imagined as a 15 Year Old, The Lasanta is Glenmorangie’s sherry cask finished single malt, matured in bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks for a richer and more elegant expression. Dr Bill Lumsden describes it as bottling the magic of a sunset, with flavours that combine rich spice and sun-drenched sweetness.
Tasting Notes by Glenmorangie:Nose: Rich with chocolate, cinnamon and raisins.Palate: A lush flavour storm, bursting with raisin, honeycomb and chocolate-covered hazelnuts, balanced by cinnamon spice.Finish: Long, warming and sweetly spiced.
Established in 1826 in the sheltered Valley of Forgue in the Scottish Highlands, The GlenDronach Distillery is one of Scotland's most storied and consistently sherry-focused producers. Founded by James Allardice, the distillery has maintained an unwavering commitment to traditional methods for nearly two centuries, producing a characterful, full-bodied spirit that is ideally suited to extended maturation in wood. That continuity of craft and place gives each expression a depth of provenance that rewards both the curious newcomer and the seasoned collector.
The 12 Year Old is matured exclusively in Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks, each sourced from the bodegas of Andalucía in southern Spain. This dual-cask approach is the cornerstone of GlenDronach's richly sherried house style, coaxing layer upon layer of dried fruit, spice, and oak character from the spirit over the course of twelve years. Presented in elegant packaging, this expression makes a refined and considered gift for anyone with an appreciation for traditionally crafted Highland single malt.
Tasting Note by GlenDronach:Nose: Sherried autumn fruits meld with smooth chocolate praline, gingerbread and sun-dried raisin.Palate: Caramelised bramble, silky orange and sultana envelope the palate with warming spice.
Emanating the very spirit of Bowmore, with its tumultuous waves, windswept terrain, and rich heritage, this 12-year-old expression embodies a harmonious blend of complexity and balance. Delicate notes of lemon and the sweetness of heather honey harmonize seamlessly with Bowmore's signature peat smoke, culminating in a gratifying, enduring, and mellowness that defines this remarkable whiskey.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: Subtle lemon and honey, balanced beautifully by Bowmore's trademark peaty smokiness.Palate: Warm and delicious on the palate with subtle dark chocolate flavours.Finish: Trademark gentle peat smoke, leading to a delicious, long and mellow finish.
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.
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.
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 summer release, double matured in refill Bourbon barrels and Port hogsheads alongside an Oloroso Sherry butt. This combination creates a sweet yet complex profile, with the spirit another year older than previous crops.
Tasting Notes by Lochlea:Nose: Bright red grapes, fresh strawberry jam and clotted creamPalate: Sweeter notes of baked apple pie and white chocolateFinish: Balanced with savoury notes of cracked black pepper
