The Balvenie and LINLEY have joined forces to celebrate the artistry of enduring British craftsmanship with a bespoke gift set designed for those who value heritage, design, and exceptional quality.
At its core is The Balvenie Thirty from The Rare Marriages Collection. A whisky of unparalleled depth, its silky sweetness reveals layers of rich honey, mellow oak, and subtle notes of candied orange peel.
Completing the set is LINLEY’s Evolution serving tray, handcrafted from the finest European calfskin with brushed bronze handles, paired with the iconic LINLEY curved whisky tumbler, hand-blown in England using the finest crystal and featuring a bespoke design inspired by The Balvenie.
Tasting Note by Balvenie:Nose: Smooth and honeyed on the nose with mellow oaky tones and hints of candied orange peel.Palate: Great depth with rich dark chocolate, hints of plum, marzipan and caramelised pear.Finish: Exceptionally smooth and warming with gentle spice and lingering sweetness.
Bowmore 40 Year Old is an extraordinary single malt shaped by four decades of patient maturation at the distillery on Islay. Crafted from exceptionally rare casks, this 2023 limited release of just 201 bottles showcases Bowmore’s signature balance of tropical fruit, rich sweetness, and gentle peat smoke, elevated through time into remarkable depth and elegance. A true expression of decadence and restraint, this whisky reflects the quiet confidence of Bowmore’s oldest traditions.
Tasting Note by Bowmore:Nose: Warm sweetness with juicy papaya and passion fruit, layered with rich cocoa and soft butterscotch.Palate: Smooth and fragrant with notes of tobacco leaves, walnut cake, buttery sweetness and a subtle whisper of peat smoke.Finish: Fresh, timeless and deeply rewarding, lingering with rich intensity and refined balance.
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.
The Dalmore 40 Year Old 2024 Edition is initially matured in American white oak ex Bourbon barrels, before a portion is carefully transferred into 30 year old Matusalem Oloroso Sherry casks and another into rare Graham’s Port Colheita casks from 1970. Carefully married back together, the resulting whisky is indulgent, smooth and complex, showcasing The Dalmore’s house style elevated through decades of meticulous cask curation.
Tasting Note by The Dalmore:Nose: Cherries, plums, sultanas, toffee apple and vanilla pod.Palate: Orange peel, chocolate truffles, old English marmalade and crushed walnuts.Finish: Black Forest fruits, poached pear laced with caramel and dark chocolate.
This is a meticulously crafted blended malt, made using Dewar’s unique four-stage ageing process. Developed by Master Blender Stephanie MacLeod, the method involves ageing individual malts separately, then marrying Speyside malts together, and Highland and Islay malts together, before blending all the components and finishing the whisky in Madeira casks. The result is a layered and refined expression of Scottish malt whisky. It’s presented in a striking black glass bottle with a four-point design that reflects the precision and structure of the ageing process.
The pinnacle of GlenDronach’s artistry, this inaugural 2025 edition is crafted from a selection of casks distilled in 1978, 1983, and 1984. Initially aged in PX and Oloroso sherry casks, the whiskies were vatted and further married in a first-fill PX puncheon and a second-fill Oloroso puncheon before bottling. The result is a whisky polished by over four decades of maturation, exuding unparalleled richness, velvet texture, and multi-layered dark fruit character.
Tasting Notes by GlenDronach:Nose: Opulent dark fruits with hints of walnut, leather and treacle.Palate: Deeply layered with raisin, date, chocolate and velvet tannins, lifted by warm spice.Finish: Exceptionally long, with lingering fruit richness and sherry cask complexity.
This limited edition Glenfiddich whisky is a unique collaboration between Scottish and Japanese whisky traditions. Aged for 29 years in American and European oak casks, it gains its distinctive character. What sets it apart is the finishing in rare Japanese Awamori casks, infusing a unique layer of flavor. This blend of Scotch heritage and Japanese craftsmanship results in an unforgettable taste experience, showcasing innovation and collaboration in the world of whisky.
Tasting Note by Glenfiddich:Nose: Zesty, ripe fruits and caramelised almonds. Lovely rich oak notes with hints of cinnamon and a distinctive herbal zing.Palate: Indulgent layers of toasted oak, creamy vanilla toffee and silky tannin. Sporadic bursts of spice and sherbet lemons with crunchy green apple and warming earthy tones.Finish: Long lasting oak.
"The Essence of Time" 30 Years Old whisky is a result of a meticulous search within their aged casks, leading to the discovery of flavors in five unique barrels. The European oak introduces classic rich fruit tastes, enhanced with brandy and ginger undertones. A port pipe adds a deep ruby shade and hints of red fruits. Meanwhile, two American oak hogsheads contribute sweeter tropical fruit and banana flavors, reminiscent of their fresh new make spirit. This whisky stands as a testament to The Glenturret's dedication to preserving traditional crafting methods. It boasts a natural hue and is non-chill-filtered, with a limited release of 500 bottles worldwide.
Tasting Note by Glenturret:A summer’s day picnic – tropical fruit salad and ripening bananas with a garnish of prunes and figs. Sweet brandy snaps dusted with ginger and cinnamon. A compete of red fruits topped by meringue and vanilla ice cream delivers a fruity finish shaded by subtle oak.
This limited edition release is a rare gem, with only 630 crystal decanters available, each adorned with a unique number, making it a truly exclusive experience. Mahesh Patel's passion for collecting casks led him to handpick two Macallan barrels over 15 years ago, long before it became a trend. Now, he invites whisky enthusiasts to join him on a journey of exceptional flavors and unparalleled craftsmanship. The Macallan 26 Year Old (Sirius) whisky is a harmonious blend of fine-grained Highland peat and the traditional Macallan sherry profile.
Tasting Note by Sirius:Nose: Warm and inviting scents of butterscotch meet aromatic heather, encapsulated by orange zesty charcoal Smoke.Palate: Satisfyingly, creamy and peppery with aromas of roasted nuts, nutmeg and clove, with hints of Madagascan vanilla, dark chocolate, honey, candied fruits and floral smoke.Finish: Long-lingering sweet, oaky spice.
LOUIS XIII Cognac is a luxurious spirit crafted from exceptional eaux-de-vie sourced exclusively from Grande Champagne, the most prestigious cru in Cognac. These eaux-de-vie are meticulously aged for many years, with the passage of time being a fundamental element in developing their exquisite character. The essence of LOUIS XIII lies in its heritage and meticulous aging process, with each drop reflecting the artistry and legacy carried on by successive generations of Cellar Masters.
Tasting Note by Remy Martin:Nose: The aroma is pungent, featuring hints of flowers, cooked apricot combined with honey, passion fruit, aromatic plum, gingerbread, and allspice.Palate: On the taste buds, there is a prominent presence of sandalwood accompanied by flavors of tropical fruit and figs, gingernut biscuits, a blend of spices, and a rich, creamy toffee.Finish: As the experience concludes, there are lingering hints of flowers, cedar, and vanilla in the aftertaste.
The third and final release in Rosebank's inaugural global series of legacy whiskies celebrates the revival of the distillery, known as the 'King of the Lowlands'. This edition commemorates the distillery's re-emergence after over 30 years of dormancy, marking a key milestone since its restoration began in 2019. Distilled in the final three years before its closure, this release captures Rosebank's rich, fruity, and floral character. The packaging features a commemorative letter and an NFC tag for authentication, highlighting its significance as Rosebank prepares to welcome the public in 2024.
Tasting Note by Rosebank:Nose: Elegant and balanced, boiled sweeties, pineapple cubes, dried apricot, gentle oak, candied ginger, lemon drizzle, marzipan, hints of white pepper and café latte.Palate: Velvet mouthfeel with good body, hints of malt, thyme, butterscotch, tropical fruits, drying oak and softly warming spice.Finish: Soft and long with lemon, honeyed porridge and toasted walnut.
As part of the Mizunara Series, this expression represents a core extension of the Yamazaki brand, highlighting the artistry and rarity of Japanese Mizunara oak. Known for its distinctive aroma and flavour, Mizunara has been integral to Yamazaki since the 1940s, when scarcity of American oak after the war led to its adoption. The wood is notoriously difficult to work with, requiring trees over 200 years old and more than 70 cm in diameter to yield usable casks, making each release a rare achievement.
Matured exclusively in Mizunara oak for 18 years, this whisky captures the complexity and depth associated with Japan’s most elusive cask type. The Mizunara oak imparts notes of sandalwood, agarwood, and oriental spice, complementing Yamazaki’s refined character.
Tasting Note by Suntory Whisky:Nose: Dark cherry, ripe peach, cinnamon, nutmegPalate: Spiced orange, apricot, Japanese incenseFinish: Long and lingering with clove, sandalwood and dried coconut
