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.
Established in 1824 on the Easter Elchies Estate in Speyside, The Macallan has built its reputation on an unwavering commitment to exceptional oak cask selection. The Sherry Oak Collection represents the distillery's purest expression of that philosophy, with every single malt in the range matured exclusively in hand-picked sherry seasoned oak casks sourced from Jerez, Spain. Each cask is selected, crafted, toasted and seasoned under the supervision of The Macallan's Master of Wood before being filled to the exacting standards of the Whisky Mastery Team.
This 2023 Release has been matured for 18 years undisturbed in those sherry seasoned casks, developing its characteristic mahogany natural colour entirely without artificial intervention. The extended maturation imparts a full-bodied richness and depth that is immediately recognisable as The Macallan house style, with the oak's contribution to colour, aroma and flavour remaining the cornerstone of the whisky's identity. Bottled at 43% ABV, it is a perennial reference point for the Speyside category and a worthy centrepiece for any serious collection.
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 dark chocolate coated ginger, dates and dried apricots, balanced with oak and the sweetness of vanilla. Finish: Lingering with dried fruits, ginger and oak.
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, which impart warming vanilla and gentle spice, before being transferred to European oak Sherry casks for a further period of maturation that adds fruity, honeyed depth and greater complexity. The whiskies are then married for three to four months in large oak tuns to allow full integration before bottling. A Global Wine and Spirit Winner in 2016, DoubleWood 12 is one of the most approachable and consistently praised expressions in the Speyside canon, and a reliable choice for gifting or as an introduction to The Balvenie range.
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.
Driven by a desire to explore new dimensions within The Balvenie's flavor profile, distillery manager Ian Millar drew inspiration from a recent visit to Islay. He ordered a batch of Speyside peat for the kiln, marking a significant departure from the distillery's traditional methods. During one week each year, The Balvenie distills a batch of peated malt, resulting in a whisky enriched with honeyed, vanilla, and citrus notes, adorned with an intriguing layer of delicate smokiness.
The Balvenie Distillery finds its essence in the stories shared from one generation of craftsmen to the next. The Balvenie Stories collection, comprising three unique whiskies, pays homage to these tales of character, determination, and craftsmanship.
Each whisky brought to life by The Balvenie encapsulates a human narrative, evolving in tandem with its protagonists and revealing unforeseen twists as it matures over the years. It's a celebration of the enduring craft and heritage embodied by The Balvenie.
Tasting Note by Balvenie:Nose: Gentle sweet peat smoke, lighter floral notes and delicate butterscotch honey.Palate: Velvety and round to taste with the peat smoke balancing citrus flavours, oaky vanilla and blossom honey.Finish: Gentle smoke with a lingering and creamy vanilla sweetness.
Benriach The Twenty Five Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a rich and sumptuous expression that offers a masterful curation of flavors. It is crafted from a combination of unpeated and peated spirit and undergoes a quadruple maturation process, spending at least twenty-five years in various cask types. These casks include sherry casks, bourbon barrels, virgin oak casks, and Madeira Island wine casks.
During its extended maturation, the sweet Speyside smoke character in Benriach's spirit mellows and seamlessly integrates with the fruit, malt, and oak flavors. After twenty-five years, the rich layering of flavors evolves into a profile of caramelised smoke, which is further enhanced through the multi-layered cask maturation process.
With a natural cask-imparted color and an ABV of 46%, Benriach The Twenty Five is a truly sophisticated and complex whisky that reflects the culmination of over two decades of maturation.
Tasting Note by Benriach:Nose: Smoked apricot, dark cherry chocolate, hazelnut toffee.Palate: Baked fruit, toasted oak spice, orange and cinnamon spice, finishing with rich caramelised 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.
Founded in 1897 on the banks of the River Spey and revived in 2012 by Ian Macleod Distillers, Tamdhu is built on a single founding principle: the exclusive maturation of every expression in Oloroso sherry oak casks sourced directly from the cooperages and bodegas of Jerez in Spain's sherry triangle. The 12 Year Old is the clearest expression of that commitment, matured in a combination of first-fill and refill American and European oak Oloroso sherry casks to produce a rich, silky and naturally coloured Speyside single malt.
Consistent international recognition has followed, with Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition across 2020, 2022 and 2025, Double Gold in 2021, and Gold at the International Spirits Challenge in both 2020 and 2021. Designed by the celebrated distillery architect Charles C. Doig and restored to its original vision over a century later, Tamdhu represents one of Speyside's most focused and decorated approaches to sherry cask maturation.
Tasting Note by Tamdhu:Nose: Rich and enticing, iced cinnamon rolls, orange boiled sweets, fresh sweet oak with raisins and the faint hint of mint.Palate: Silky texture that coats the mouth with banana, berry jam, malt biscuit and classic sherry oak depth.Finish: Pleasantly long and balanced with ground spice, dried fruit and soft Scottish tablet – finally unveiling the merest wisp of peat smoke.
Founded in 1892 by William Grant in Dufftown, Speyside, The Balvenie has long been defined by its commitment to traditional craftsmanship and the mastery of wood. The distillery maintains its own floor maltings, cooperage and coppersmith team, and its succession of Malt Masters has built a body of work that places cask management at the very centre of the whisky making process. It was Honorary Ambassador and former Malt Master David C. Stewart MBE who first developed the technique of wood finishing in 1982, a practice now widely used across the industry but originating here on the Balvenie Estate.
First released in 1996 and considered by many to be David C. Stewart's finest creation, the PortWood 21 Year Old brings together a marriage of rare Balvenie whiskies that have been matured for over two decades in traditional American oak whisky casks before being transferred to port pipes, the large casks used to age fine port wines. The port cask finishing stage is sampled regularly by the Malt Master to ensure the right degree of character is imparted, enhancing and developing the spirit whilst preserving the depth and complexity built over twenty-one years. The result is a single malt of genuine refinement, recognised by an array of industry awards since its launch. An outstanding collector's expression and a gift of real distinction for a milestone occasion.
Tasting Note by Balvenie:Nose: A perfume of fruity and ripe raisin notes, backed by a nutty dryness.Palate: Refined with remarkable character, it is creamy and silky with fruit, honey and spice notes.Finish: Long, gentle, nutty.
Benriach The Original Ten Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a fine representation of the distillery's character and craftsmanship. This expression encapsulates the signature smooth and multi-layered profile of Benriach.
The Original Ten is aged for at least ten years and undergoes a unique maturation process, which involves three different types of casks: bourbon barrels, sherry casks, and virgin oak casks. This maturation imparts a complex array of flavors and aromas to the whisky.
The result is a whisky with layers of luscious orchard fruit, sumptuous honeyed malt, and toasted oak. These flavors are interwoven with a subtle trace of smoke, adding depth and complexity to the overall profile. Benriach The Original Ten is an excellent introduction to the distillery's signature style and the richly layered character of Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky. With a natural cask-imparted color and an ABV of 43%, it promises a delightful tasting experience.
Tasting Note by Benriach:Nose: Rich orchard fruit, honey and toasted oak.Palate: Ripe pear, nectarine and malt sweetness, with a finishing note of almond and spiced vanilla.
The Miltonduff 10 year old single malt, part of Gordon & MacPhail's Discovery range, is a vibrant expression of sherry cask maturation. Aged for a decade, this whisky showcases rich sherry character and is bottled at 43% ABV. Each Discovery bottling is colour-coded by flavour profile, with the purple packaging signifying its place in the Sherry category. This release offers whisky enthusiasts a fine introduction to the diverse flavours within the Gordon & MacPhail portfolio.
Tasting Note by Gordon & MacPhail: Nose: Chocolate and sticky orange marmalade transforms into juicy plump stewed raisins and sweet baked apple, freshly cut grass notes delicately balance the rich sherry influences.Palate: Sweet and spicy: comforting butter candies weave with roasted hazelnut followed closely by orange zest, cinnamon, and mouth-warming pepper maturing into plum and fig jam.Finish: Long with highlights of chocolate and stewed fruit finishing with lingering winter spices.
Fino, known for its light appearance and subtle flavour profile, represents the driest type of Sherry. It requires at least two years of biological ageing beneath a 'flor', a yeast layer that prevents oxidation. The maturation in ex-Fino hogshead casks results in a single malt rich with flavours of stewed pear, sugared almonds, and vanilla custard. The Wood Collection is introduced at a robust 48% ABV, in its natural colour and without chill filtration, showcasing the distinct character of each spirit.
Tasting Note by GlenAllachie:Nose: Soft orchard fruits, cinnamon and heather honey, with butterscotch, hazelnuts and dark tobacco.Palate:Dried apricots, honeycomb and butterscotch, followed by baking spices, marzipan and caramel, with orchard fruits and citrus on the finish.
The casks were expertly aged in premium Pedro Ximénez & Oloroso Sherry puncheons, which added rich, fruity undertones that blend seamlessly with comforting peat smoke using mainland materials.The sweet phenolic concentration of the whisky is 35 PPM and comes from St. Fergus peat a prolonged. A 160-hour fermentation process yields a fruit-forward spirit that is ideal for maturing in highest quality Sherry oak.
Tasting Note by Meikle Toir:Nose: Cedarwood and cigar box, alongside butterscotch, mocha and orange peel, with hints of honey and plum jam.Palate: Rich dark chocolate, smoked honey and mocha, followed by fig syrup, treacle and burnt sugar, with puffs of peat smoke on the finish.
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.
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.
Crafted by the Master Distiller Robert Fleming, this limited edition bottling is the result of his meticulous selection of Tomintoul. The whisky is initially aged in exceptional ex-bourbon American oak barrels before being meticulously married and finished in hand-selected Pedro Ximénez sherry butts from Andalucía, Spain.
Tasting Note by Tomintoul: Nose: Aromas of sweet treacle and dried figs mingled with malt loaf, raisins and baking spices.Palate: Layers of fruit cake and banana bread followed by marzipan stuffed dates, toasted walnuts and sultanas with hints of clove and cinnamon.Finish: Cosy notes of Danish pastries, cocoa powder and syrup sponge cake fading to a warming oak and tobacco linger.
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 the world came to know it. The distillery draws its water from the Robbie Dhu spring in the Conval Hills, a source William Grant identified and insisted upon from the very beginning, and that same Highland spring water continues to define the character of every expression produced here today. The high cut point Grant established for the distillation process, which captures only the lightest and most delicate part of the spirit, is the foundation of Glenfiddich's distinctively fresh and fruity house style.
The 12 Year Old is the entry point into the Flagship Collection and one of the most recognised single malts in the world, yet its reputation rests on genuine quality rather than familiarity alone. Twelve years of maturation in a combination of American and European oak casks allows the fresh, fruit-forward character of the new make spirit to develop into something balanced and approachable, with the subtle influence of oak adding depth without ever overwhelming the distillery's signature lightness. An ideal introduction to Speyside single malt and a consistently reliable gift for those new to whisky or returning to a trusted favourite.
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.
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.
Milroy's Heavily Peated Virgin Oak is an expertly vatted single malt bottled at 46% ABV, selected by the team at Milroy's of Soho. Bottled without chill-filtration and with no added colour, it draws from a recipe of 40% new oak and 60% first-fill Kentucky bourbon casks, allowing the vibrancy of virgin oak to shine alongside the rustic, coastal peat character of the spirit.
This expression is remarkably versatile, delivering well neat and over ice whilst also making a compelling smoky Highball. It is a fitting addition to Milroy's portfolio of heavily peated bottlings, each crafted to showcase a distinct facet of peated Scotch whisky.
Tasting Note by Milroy's:Nose: Medicinal smoke, tomato leaf, liquorice and elastoplast.Palate: Cinnamon, industrial smoke, strawberry jam and eucalyptus.Finish: Long with kerosene and sweet chilli chocolate.
Milroy's Heavily Peated Cask Strength is a bold, high-octane single malt selected and vatted by the expert team at Milroy's of Soho, one of the UK's most respected whisky specialists since 1964. Bottled at natural cask strength with no chill-filtration and no added colour, this expression is built for those who demand intensity and character in the glass.
The vatting combines 40% new oak and 60% first-fill Kentucky bourbon casks, a deliberate balance that brings dominant wood structure alongside fresher, more vibrant elements. The result is a coastal, phenolic single malt that performs equally well neat, over ice, or in cocktails.
Tasting Note by Milroy's:Nose: Smoked peanuts, burnt toast, petrichor and citrus peels.Palate: Roadwork smoke, black pepper, charred tropical fruit and honeycomb.Finish: Very long with chilli spice and industrial smoke.
A vibrant and expressive Speyside single malt, matured in ex bourbon American oak barrels before being finished in hand selected White Port barriques from Portugal. This finishing brings bright fruit character, gentle sweetness, and added depth to Tomintoul’s smooth and approachable style.
Tasting Note by Tomintoul:Nose: Tangy stone fruits and lychees mingled with lemon drizzle cake, vanilla pod, and ginger biscuits.Palate: Layers of apricot Danish, poached pears, and tarte Tatin bound with black coffee, buttery malt, and baking spices.Finish: Sweet and warming with notes of Swiss roll and strawberry trifle fading into mocha and toasted nuts.
A refined small batch Speyside single malt, initially matured in exceptional ex bourbon American oak casks before being married and finished in hand selected Cognac casks from France. The result is a rich, complex whisky that adds luxurious sweetness and elegance to Tomintoul’s signature smoothness.
Tasting Note by Tomintoul:Nose: Light and lifted with aromas of chestnut, lemon rind, blossom honey, and amaretti biscuits, with hints of chamomile and fennel.Palate: Sweet choux pastry and Chantilly cream mingle with sugared almonds, butterscotch, golden raisins, and rolling tobacco.Finish: Layers of white chocolate, panettone, and nutmeg fade into warming ginger spices.
Speyburn 18 Year Old is matured in a combination of hand-selected bourbon and sherry casks, developing remarkable depth and complexity over nearly two decades. The result is a rich, indulgent Speyside single malt with notes of smooth caramel, dark chocolate and stone fruits. Crafted with care and patience, it reflects the distillery’s dedication to traditional maturation and balance.
Tasting Notes by Speyburn:Nose: Sweet toffee, chocolate, candied almonds and tropical fruit.Palate: Creamy dark chocolate and toffee with gentle oak spice and a hint of orange zest leading to a long, smooth finish.
Part of A Collection of Curious Casks within The Balvenie Stories Range, this limited edition was hand-selected by Malt Master Kelsey McKechnie. It is matured for 12 years in European oak butts seasoned with a sweet dessert wine from Montilla, Spain, a cask style never before released by The Balvenie.
The Montilla wine cask accentuates The Balvenie’s signature honeyed richness with a balance of candied sweetness, vanilla oakiness, warming spice, and delicate fruit. Each bottle is drawn from a single cask and carries its individual cask number, representing both innovation and the continuation of traditional craftsmanship at the Dufftown distillery.
Tasting Notes by The Balvenie:Nose: Delicate, crisp and refined with vibrant barley sugar and runny honey balanced by toasted oak.Palate: Initial candied sweetness developing into rich vanilla oakiness with warming spice and dried apricots.Finish: Refreshing sweetness.
Founded in 1897 beside the River Spey and revived in 2012 by Ian Macleod Distillers, Tamdhu has maintained an unwavering commitment to 100% Oloroso sherry cask maturation across its entire range. The 21 Year Old is the oldest expression in the core collection, matured in a combination of first-fill and refill American and European oak Oloroso sherry casks sourced directly from Jerez, Spain, where over two decades the Speyside spirit develops a balance of sweetness, dryness and deep sherry oak richness that defines this limited release.
Bottled at 47.5% ABV without chill-filtration and at natural colour, the 21 Year Old was awarded Whisky of the Year, Gold Winner in the Over £100 category, and Distillery Bottling of the Year 2025 at the Scottish Field Whisky Challenge Grand Final, a remarkable sweep that confirms its standing as one of the most accomplished long-aged sherried single malts available today. Presented in a premium gift box, it is an exceptional choice for collectors and a fitting centrepiece for any serious whisky occasion.
Tasting Notes by Tamdhu:Nose: Wisps of sherried oak with chocolate, sultanas and warm cinnamon porridge.Palate: Christmas cake of plump raisins, candied orange and gentle oak.Finish: Endless waves of oak and spice finally give way to sweet fruit.
The Macallan Harmony Collection Intense Arabica is the second release in this limited annual series, drawing inspiration from the world of coffee. Paying homage to the Ethiopian Arabica bean—the first cultivated coffee species—this edition celebrates the deep connection between whisky and coffee craftsmanship.
As part of The Macallan’s commitment to sustainability, the packaging is crafted using repurposed coffee bean husks, a natural by-product that would otherwise be discarded. The striking red hue of the presentation box reflects the vibrant color of coffee cherries, reinforcing the theme of this exclusive release.
Guided by innovation and expertise, The Macallan Whisky Maker collaborated with world-renowned coffee masters to explore the journey from field to cup, shaping an expression that embodies a shared passion for craftsmanship and tradition. The Harmony Collection – Intense Arabica offers a unique experience for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Tasting Note by Macallan:Nose: Tiramisu, cappuccino, gingerbread, raisins, almonds, sweet oak, vanilla.Palate: Espresso, dark chocolate, raisins, tiramisu, blackberry, vanilla, Brazil nut, sweet oak.Finish: Long, dark roast coffee, balanced and sweet.
Founded in 1897 beside the River Spey and revived in 2012 by Ian Macleod Distillers, Tamdhu has maintained a singular focus on 100% sherry cask maturation since its founding. The Distinction III is an exclusively UK release that takes that commitment a step further, dedicated entirely to American oak sherry cask maturation from the very beginning of the cask's life through to the final bottling.
The Quercus Alba casks begin their journey in the oak forests of North America before being imported into Spain's sherry triangle, where the staves are air-dried in the Mediterranean sun, assembled and toasted by experienced coopers, and seasoned with Oloroso sherry over a period of six years before travelling to Tamdhu. The result is a whisky of exceptional natural colour and rich, fruit-forward depth, available exclusively through specialist retailers in the UK.
Tasting Note by Tamdhu:Nose: Shortbread dipped in vanilla cream, oak, citrus and peppermint.Palate: Rich, soft oak coats the mouth – giving way to plums and chocolate limes.Finish: Unshakeable sherried oak fades to dried cherries and honeycomb.
The BenRiach Malting Season 2 celebrates the distillery's restored traditional malting floor, using hand-malted Concerto barley distilled in autumn 2013 and matured in first-fill bourbon casks until it was bottled in 2022 at 48.9% ABV. This process preserves the pure flavour of the raw ingredient, showcasing a whisky crafted entirely from barley malted in-house at BenRiach.
Tasting Note by Benriach:Nose: Rich malt sweetness with barley sugar and mandarin enrobed in creamy white chocolate.Palate: Smooth honeycomb infused with citrus and orchard apple, with an enveloping fruit, malt and vanilla cream finish.
Tomintoul 15 Year Old Tawny Port Cask Finish is a limited-edition single malt, crafted in the heart of the Cairngorms since 2008. Initially matured in American oak ex-bourbon casks, it’s then refined in handpicked Tawny Port barriques from Portugal, adding layers of rich fruitiness. Bottled at 46% ABV, this uncoloured and non-chill filtered whisky offers a smooth, sweet, and complex flavour profile. With only 6,072 bottles available, it’s a rare and distinctive dram for whisky lovers.
Tasting Note by Tomintoul: Nose: Inviting aromas of cooked fruits and cinnamon pastries mingled with glace cherries, dark chocolate and clove spices.Palate: A wash of baked strawberry, stewed rhubarb and vanilla custard married with sweet nougat, candied almonds and cocoa powder.Finish: Nutty and warming with notes of coffee cake, ripe brambles, walnuts and dark chocolate lingering on the tongue.
This 11 year old Glenrothes single malt, part of Gordon & MacPhail's Discovery series, is matured in sherry casks, offering a rich and fruity profile. The Discovery range categorises whiskies into ‘Sherry,’ ‘Smoky,’ and ‘Bourbon,’ making this expression a delightful introduction to the diverse flavours found within the Gordon & MacPhail portfolio.
Tasting Note by Gordon & MacPhail: Nose: Zesty seville orange aromas appear with plenty of cinnamon and clove spice. Stewed fruits - red berries, plum, and cherries are complemented by nuances of milk chocolate.Palate: Creamy; followed by cracked black pepper, dark forest fruits with warming spice. Orange marmalade flavours come to the fore. Roasted walnut leads to toasted oak.Finish: Long lasting with lingering chocolate and orange flavours.
Part of Gordon & MacPhail's Discovery range, this 10 year old Auchroisk single malt has been matured in bourbon casks and bottled at 46% ABV. This Speyside whisky offers a delicate balance of flavours, featuring notes of vanilla, tropical fruit, and citrus, complemented by a subtle spiciness. With its creamy texture and bright aromas, this expression highlights Auchroisk’s classic style, making it an interesting choice for those exploring the diverse offerings of the Discovery series.
Tasting Note by Gordon & MacPhail: Nose: Vanilla is followed by apple and poached pear, toasted almonds give way to pineapple and hints of lemon blossom.Palate: Sweet and creamy honey combines with ripe banana and zesty orange. Apricot comes to the fore, balanced by cracked black pepper.Finish: Medium-bodied finish with lingering tropical fruit and oak.
Crafted by Master Distiller Robert Fleming, this small batch Tomintoul is aged in ex-bourbon barrels and finished in Madeira wine casks. It offers a rich bouquet of fresh fruity flavours balanced perfectly by spiced ginger and cacao notes.
Tasting Note by Tomintoul:Nose: A bouquet of summer berries, spiced fruits and ginger biscuits with chocolate orange and baking spices.Palate: Layers of juicy cantaloupe melon, brambles and candied peels with chocolate mousse, syrup flapjacks and toasted oak.Finish: Cosy cake spices and cacao with highlights of ripe banana, vanilla panna cotta, and marmalade.
A vibrant, smooth, and complex expression. Aged initially in ex-bourbon casks and finished in Tempranillo wine casks, this small batch edition is not one to miss.
Tasting Note by Tomintoul:Nose: A bouquet of strawberry jam, cinder toffee, syrup sponge cake and cooked fruits with vanilla and chamomile highlights.Palate: A wash of mixed berry compote, brandy snap biscuits, and custard pastries married with white pepper, toasted oak, and cappuccino coffee.Finish: Cosy impressions of dark chocolate, raspberry, and stem ginger fading into an espresso and roast chestnut linger.
Crafted by Master Distiller Robert Fleming, this small batch features liquid aged in ex-bourbon American oak casks and finished in hand-selected Amarone wine barrels from Italy. The result is a richly complex and full-flavored single malt Scotch.
Tasting Note by Tomintoul:Nose: Inviting aromas of cherry crumble, sultanas, and baking spices with hints of oatmeal flapjacks and cocoa.Palate: Layers of summer fruit pudding, raspberry coulis, ginger biscuits, and salted caramel with creamy panna cotta and cedar spices.Finish: Warming impressions of honey and raisin porridge, pink peppercorn and chocolate cherry liqueurs lingering long on the tongue.
Crafted from a blend of five sherry puncheons and hogsheads, Master Distiller Billy Walker meticulously refined every drop of whisky in premium Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso casks sourced from Spain. This unique expression is defined by its rich flavours of fruitcake, warm mocha, and ripe cherries.
Tasting Note by GlenAllachie:Nose: Brandied honeycomb, molasses tart and spiced blood orange, with bursts of cocoa, black winter truffle and caramelised brown sugar.Palate: Rich chocolate, warm baking spices and clementine zest, followed by molasses, orchard fruits and crystalised ginger, with black cherries and raisin butter on the finish.
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.
Originally set aside to become a 12 year old single barrel, this whisky was found to have developed a subtle smoky flavour upon tasting, due to being distilled immediately after peat week, even though the barley used was unpeated. It matured for 14 years in some of Balvenie's finest bourbon casks.
Tasting Note by Balvenie:Nose: Velvety sweetness, rich toffee and smouldering oak reveal crisp citrus aromas and ever flowing honey musk.Palate: Candied orange peel is grounded in woody, earthy flavours from beautifully roasted malt and deep vanilla oakiness.
The Craigellachie 37 Year Old Whisky, part of the limited edition Exceptional Cask Series with only 3012 bottles available, exemplifies outstanding quality and craftsmanship. Initially aged in refill casks, it undergoes a final maturation in first-fill ex-Bourbon casks. This finishing process enhances the distinctive Craigellachie distillery style, allowing its unique character to be fully expressed. This remarkable whisky was also honored with the title of Best Single Malt Scotch Over 25 Years Old at the IWC 2024.
Tasting Note by Craigellachie:The aroma opens with notes of pineapple tarte tatin and crème anglaise, balanced with soft cereals and notes of toasted banana bread. Faint whispers of fire embers emerge with the addition of water then fade to spicy vanilla and delicate oak-derived coconut. The palate is boldly complex with sweet acidity at first, mellowing to soft fruits and almonds with a long, indulgent finish.
With just 311 bottles being bottled in the new 2024 rebranding, the GlenAllachie 2010 13 Year Old Madeira Hogshead is a UK exclusive, meticulously selected by Master Distiller Billy Walker. Bottled at cask strength, its intense character is a testament to its aging process, enriched by the unique nuances of Madeira wood.
Tasting Note by GlenAllachie:Nose: Brandy butter, honeycomb, orchard fruits and butterscotch, with hints of orange blossom, hazelnut and caramelised brown sugar.Palate: Heather honey, orange peel and burnt caramel, followed by waves of cinnamon, butterscotch and stewed orchard fruits, with a nutty bouquet on the finish.
Milroy’s Vintage Reserve aims to embody the graceful sophistication of aged distillates. These exceptional releases reflect the timeless whisky traditions of bygone eras. The 27 Year Old Benriach showcased here epitomizes this ethos perfectly. In contrast to many distillery releases, which blend various cask types, this bottling stands out for its straightforward approach. Aged to perfection in a refill hogshead, it harks back to an era when floor maltings were commonplace at the North Speyside distillery, offering a nostalgic glimpse into its history.
Tasting Note by Milroy's:Nose: Grassy yet dessert-like, poached pears come through first along with coconut, peanut, cashew, rich tea biscuits and a dusting of icing sugar. Palate: It gets a little richer here, with profiteroles, red fruits and caramel wrapped up in a brandy butter texture. Finish: Medium to long, with a rich oakiness.
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.
The Tomintoul 14 Years Old Cognac Cask Finish, distilled in 2009, began its maturation journey in ex-bourbon American oak casks before receiving a special finish in carefully selected Cognac casks personally sourced by Master Distiller Robert Fleming from France. These Cognac casks have seamlessly enhanced the Tomintoul Single Malt with rich fruit flavours, elevating the whisky's character and complexity. Bottled at a robust 46% abv, it retains its natural colour and avoids chill filtration. This release is limited, with only 8,082 bottles, each uniquely numbered.
Tasting Note by Tomintoul:Nose: Sweet aromas of almond flan, baked apricots, vanilla and cedarwood mingled with dark chocolate and pink peppercorn.Palate: Complex layers of ginger biscuits, sandalwood, muscovado sugar and white chocolate with hints of dark berry fruits, greengage and baking spices.Finish: Warming spices and toasted oak tailing off into a vanilla custard, milk chocolate and roast chestnut linger.
Craigellachie offers a rare expression with pronounced biscuity sweetness and a standout pineapple note, distinguishing it from its 17-year-old sibling. This coveted bottle undergoes dual maturation: starting in mixed casks, then divided between first-fill sherry and bourbon casks. This process amplifies its signature character, epitomizing 'The Rock of Speyside'.
Tasting Note by Craigellachie:Intense aroma of pineapple chunks in syrup, spicy, rich and complex, fortified with an intriguing sulphury backbone. To the taste this 19 year old Craigellachie delivers a sweet biscuity base, with a hint of smoke.
A unique small batch bottling by handpicking Tomintoul whiskies matured in premium ex-bourbon American oak barrels. These whiskies are then blended and refined in carefully chosen Tawny Port barriques from Portugal. This meticulous 'finishing' technique results in a single malt scotch whisky of remarkable richness, depth, and complexity.
Tasting Note by Tomintoul:Nose: Indulgent berry fruits, bramble jam and dark chocolate cushioned with nutmeg and cherry liqueur.Palate: A wash of blackcurrants, blueberries and Black Forest gateau bound with cosy oak spices and mocha coffee.Finish: Maraschino cherries and thick cut marmalade fading into a clove and cinnamon linger.
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.
Part of the GlenAllachie Wine Series, this 9 year old Speyside malt initially aged in American oak and then refined in Douro Valley wine barriques, handpicked by Master Distiller Billy Walker. Hailing from Portugal's esteemed and ancient Douro Valley wine region, these barriques introduce rich hues and flavors of dried stone fruits and subtle spices. This 48% malt, limited to 2,000 cases, is non-chill filtered and boasts natural colors, ensuring a pure and nuanced tasting experience.
Tasting Note by GlenAllachie:Nose: Waves of plum jam, clementines and dried red berries, with notes of heather honey and vanilla spice. Palate: Bursting with dried apricots, heather honey and crystalised fruits, followed by hints of ripe black fruits, butterscotch and cinnamon spice.
Benromach Triple Distilled, a limited release, is distinguished by its three distillation processes: once in the wash still and twice in the spirit still. Matured in first-fill bourbon barrels, it boasts a 46% alcohol content, emphasizing its unique character.
Tasting Note by Benromach:Delicate and sweet notes with ripe tropical fruits, malt biscuit and vanilla, leading to banana, green apple and subtle smoke.
The "CONTRASTS: AIR DRIED OAK" is a limited-edition release with a 46% alcohol content, matured uniquely in air-dried Virgin American Oak casks, lending it a distinctive character.
Tasting Note by Benromach:Sweet vanilla fudge aromas with toasted cereal and citrus blossom. Smooth yet peppery notes follow, with vanilla, fresh peppermint and oak flavours. Subtle smoke lingers on the finish.
The limited-edition "CONTRASTS: KILN DRIED OAK" boasts a 46% alcohol content and is uniquely matured in kiln-dried Virgin American Oak casks, giving it a distinct character.
Tasting Note by Benromach:Sweet malted biscuit aromas with lemon and apple. Creamy and fruity flavours are followed by barley sugar and mixed tropical fruit. Subtle smoke and menthol on the finish.
