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 | Caol Ila 2007 Aged 14 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #69 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 56.8% Age: 14 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: 307363 Date of Distilling: 1997 Matured In: a single Refill Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Caol Ila Distillery before being placed in an ex refill Hogshead and left to mature for 14 years. It was bottled at 56.8% abv and marks bottling number 69 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 283 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Smoked meats and menthol combine with lemon marmalade and oat cakes. Palate: Coastal sea spray, seaweed, peat smoke and salted caramel, lemon zest and soft sulphur note. Finish: Smokey dried hay, apple pie, earthy with black pepper and pickled ginger with a hint of red chilli. | |
 | Glen Spey 2006 Aged 15 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #80 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 54.5% Age: 15 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number: 4830 Date of Distilling: 2006 Matured In: Virgin Oak Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Glen Spey Distillery is situated in Rothes, Speyside Scotland. The Distillery produces a light malt whisky which is produced due to the distilleries ‘purifiers’ which act as small condensers. This increases the amount of reflux within the stills. Built in 1878 t is owned by Diageo and primarily used for the blended malt Scotch whisky J&B Rare. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Glen Spey Distillery before being placed in a virgin oak barrel then finished in another virgin oak barrel yielding 237 bottles. It was bottled at 54.5% abv and marks bottling number 80 of the Infrequent Flyers. Our Tasting Notes Nose: malty, chocolatey, with toffee notes and apple pies. Palate: Stewed orchard fruits, baking spices and vanilla cream, slight pepperiness. Finish: Malt, oak and spice, softer at the end. | |
 | Royal Brackla 2006 Aged 15 years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #81 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 57.2% Age: 15 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number: 1802 Date of Distilling: 2006 Matured In: Madeira Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next.Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Royal Brackla Distillery owned and operated by John Dewars and Sons Ltd for Bacardi the Royal Brackla distillery is situated in the Highland region of Scotland. It was build back in 1812 and has always been about capturing esters with long fermentation and still arms angled upwards allowing for plenty of contact with copper and plenty of reflux. The whisky itself was the first Scotch to be granted a Royal Warrant back in 1835 and attached the word ‘Royal’ to its name. King William IV gave the Royal Warrant which led to Brackla being known as ‘The King’s Own Whisky’. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Royal Brackla Distillery and left to mature in a Madeira Hogshead for 15 years before being bottled at 57.8% ABV and marks bottling number 81 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 313 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Freshly baked bread, vanilla and toffee. Palate: Sweet stone fruits with honey and hard, sticky toffee. Finish: Toffee and chocolate, late touch of spice. | |
 | Launceston Bourbon Cask Cask Strength Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 62% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia Batch H17-08, Tasmanian Single Malt. Nine small American Oak casks have been vatted and allowed to “marry” together before bottling. A light engaging whisky with fragrant aromas, it was double distilled and is non-chill filtered to retain depth of character. Official tasting Notes Colour: Rich dark golden. Nose: Bright fragrant aromas with hints of vanilla, honey and pears. Taste: A surprisingly gentle mouthfeel with subtle sweet bourbon notes, vanilla, honey and green fruit. Cinnamon spice joins the fray late in the game. Finish: A pleasant, creamy, tongue coating finish. | |
 | Spring Bay The Rheban Cask Strength Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky – Cask 108 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 58% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia Taking local rain water and local barley then turning it into whisky is not an easy job. This whisky is all that is Tasmania, fresh, sweet and luscious. Matured in ex-Port French oak barrels. Bottled by hand at 58% abv natural cask strength, unchill-filtered and natural colour. Official Tasting Notes Nose: Sweet and complex aromas suggest butterscotch and Christmas muscatels. Palate: Sweet caramel syrup and plum pudding spices join a clean, bright alcohol explosion which spreads across the palate to settle in and glow with some soft oaky tannins. Finish: Hints of cherry cordial and some nutty undertones that clearly displays the quality of both the spirit and the wood in developing harmony. | |
 | Macduff 2002 Aged 14 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Asta Morris (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 50% Age: 14 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: AM 105 Distilled In: 2002 Bottled: 2017 Matured In: Refill ex-Bourbon Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Asta Morris independent bottlers was created by Bert Bruyneel. Bert has had a passion for whisky for over 20 years which was started when back in 1994 he had experienced a Jack Daniels single barrel whisky. Since then he has been heavily involved in the whisky industry winning awards and becoming members of many whisky clubs in Europe. Bert is also an old friend of Bill Walker the former BenRiach, GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Master Distiller, now Glenallachie. This independently bottled single malt whisky has been taken from a single refill ex-Bourbon Hogshead. The spirit is from the Macduff Distillery and has been complimented by the barrel in which it was stored and matured for 14 years. This bottling was independently bottled by Asta Morris and has been bottled at natural cask strength of 50% abv. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Bathing pools and summer rain. Big burst of orchard fruits and golden syrupy notes. Citrus, orange zest and poppyseeds. Palate: Honey sweetness, vanilla spice, orchard fruits and some toasted oak. Citrus and malt. Finish: Citrus and vanilla with a touch of mineral. | |
 | Bruichladdich Octomore 11.1 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 59.4% Age: 5 Years Old Country: Scotland PPM:139.6ppm Built in 1881 when puffer-supplied coal was available as an alternative fuel to local peat, it is likely that Bruichladdich was specifically designed to produce the purest unpeated spirit possible. The great Alfred Barnard supports this view with a tantalising clue – the Laddie is the only distillery on Islay that he does not describe as drying its malt using peat in his fascinating exploration of the island’s distilleries in 1885. Falling on hard times with whisky demand low and plenty of surplus then owners Invergorden shut the distillery down in 1995. Re-opening again in 2001 it was sold to Remy Cointreau in 2012 which started to invest heavily to refurbish the distillery. An onsite maltings is currently being built at the distillery to allow for a 100% Islay grown, malted, distilled and matured spirit. The Octomore series was launched in 2008 and since has been very well received by whisky connoisseurs the world over. The series resembles the start of whisky innovation and creativity for the Bruichladddich distillery. Peating the malted barley for longer periods and creating a whisky from local barley was the challenge. The distillery set out to create the peatiest whisky in the world and have succeeded time and time again. Using different types of oak for maturation and breaking the rules as many times as possible to create a peated whisky like no other. Distilled in the winter of 2014 from a harvest of 2013 of 100% Scottish grown Cencerto and Propino barley which was malted to 139.6ppm (phenol parts per million). Matured entirely on Islay for 5 years in first-fill American oak ex Bourbon whiskey casks from Jim Beam, Heaven Hill and Jack Daniels. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Charred lemon and apricots, butterscotch, freshly baked shortbread, sea spray, smouldering ash. Palate: Charred orchard fruits of apricots and apples, grapefruit citrus, vanilla, bonfire smoke and sea salt. Finish: Long and smoky, salted caramel, garden herbs, bonfire smoke and smouldering oak. | |
 | Belgrove Any Port In A Storm Tasmanian Whisky (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 62.7% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia There’s no distillery in the world that we know of that is as raw as Belgrove. Peter Bignall the owner and operator is a whisky wizard. He grow his own ryecorn to produce 100% rye whisky. He built his own copper pot still from scratch which is powered by biofuel which is used cooking oil, from a roadhouse next to his farm. Hot water is also biofuel heated. Peter’s tractors, forklift and truck also run on Biodiesel made from the used cooking oil. The only significant material Peter brings to the farm is waste cooking oil and the main product to leave is whisky. The spent mash is fed to the Belgrove sheep. Cooling water comes from the nearby dam and the waste water is either recycled or used for irrigation, including the next rye crop. Brewing and diluting water is harvested from the roof of the distillery farm sheds – there’s a lot of farm sheds. Yeast is often reused. This operation resinates with the terms “sustainable” “closed loop” “small carbon footprint” “green” “farm based” “value adding” “craft” “low food miles”. Belgrove Distillery is the future of whisky distillation with low impact on the environment and high impact on flavour. Jim Murray well known whisky writer and author of The Whisky Bible has rated this whisky ‘Liquid Gold’. We urge you to delve deeper. A 100% Rye whisky that was matured in casks previously used to house whisky from the famous and sought after Tasmanian independent bottler Heartwood. The cask previously held port wine which has imparted some sweet dark fruit notes with bold citrus and orchard fruits. Bottled at 62.7% ABV. Distillery Tasting Notes “The sweet aromas of candied almonds, nougat and fresh croissant take centre stage, with highlights of bush honey, blood oranges, lemonade, cola and black cherry, with vibrant grassy rye weaving throughout, an earthy hint of the first drops of rain hitting the dust lingers in the background. “On the palate, the whisky is soft, smooth and centred around candied orange peel, ripe pears and toffee apple, all surrounded in light maple syrup mixed with sweet malty smoke. The smoke carries through to the finish and the fruit and maple characters evolve into an almond croissant dusted in icing sugar.” | |
 | Kavalan Solist Madeira Cask TWC Exclusive Taiwanese Single Malt Whisky – Competition Winner (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 58.6% Age: No Age Statement Country: Taiwan Cask Number(s): D170314026A Date of Distilling: 2017.03.14 Date of Bottling: 2022.10.31 It’s simple, purchase your favourite single malt whisky and gin from The Whisky Company and every year you go into the draw to win the chance to have your name placed on a whole cask of whisky. Each bottle of Whisky purchased gives another opportunity to win. If you have been drawn from all the entries after 12 months you will be sent cask samples of whisky at 30ml each sample. You will taste and select a cask sample and The Whisky Company will bottle and import that entire cask then make it available to the Australian public. The bottle label will state the cask selected by ‘the winner name’ and you will receive a bottle of this whisky for free. Congratulations to Burges Bharucha for winning last years competition. This cask that has been picked is luxurious. You’ve certainly picked a winner here Burges with your wonderful palate. Madeira is a rich fortified wine made on the Portuguese Madeira Islands, where the wine is aged and oxidized through heat. Kavalan’s tropical new make extracts the many rich fruit notes from the wine cask to create an irresistibly sweet yet delicate whisky. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Stewed summer berries, freshly made waffles, sticky date pudding, strawberry ice cream and toasted almonds. Palate: The fruitiness is intense, tropical fruits combine with summer berries, dark chocolate and orange citrus, creamy toffee and hints of baking spices. Finish: Long and warming, creamy toffee, raisins and dates, plums and figs with some tobacco leaf and peppery spice. | |
 | Weller 12 Years Old Kentucky Wheated Bourbon (750ml) Volume: 750ml ABV: 45% Age: 12 Years Old Country: America *One Per Customer Produced by the Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky and owned by the Sazerac Company this distillery is very well known around the world. It is however known by many different names, George T. Stagg Distillery and Old Fire Copper Distillery to name a couple. It is known that this distillery was producing spirit back in 1805 and a distillery called Burks Distillery is in the Guinness Book of Records as the oldest operating bourbon distillery. During prohibition the distillery was allowed to stay open to produce products for ‘medical purposes’. The distillery produces around 10,000,000 litres of spirit each year which is used mainly to create its signature spirit Buffalo Trace Kentucky Bourbon. This Bourbon is a wheated Bourbon which allows for the distiller to take away the rye component and replace it with wheat given the product an added smoothness. IT is said that drinking Weller 12 Years Old is as close you can come to tasting Pappy van Winkle with out breaking the bank. Here is what award winning author Jim Murray has to say about this bourbon – Sheer quality. And an enormous leap in complexity and grace from the 7yo. Scored it 93 points in the 2018 Whisky Bible. It was awarded Double Gold Medal at the 2018 New York International Spirits Competition – Best Straight Bourbon 2020 Silver Medal – San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2020 Silver Medal – World Whiskies Awards “The deep bronze colour beautifully reflects the light…high-spirited, lusciously toasty, and animated bouquet that has top-notch Bourbon written all over it; dry, complex, and toasty palate.” – Paul Pacult’s Spirit Journal Smooth and easy drinking but bursting with flavour. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Toasted bread, blackberry jam, slightly leathery with vanilla and oak. Taste: Lots of black berries and oak with hints of spicy vanilla. Finish: Soft and spicy | |
 | Limeburners Port Cask Cask Strength M200 Western Australian Single Malt Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 61% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia Barrel: M200 Limeburners Barrel Strength Single Malts are 61% abv. They are bottled exactly as they come out of the barrel. As the distillery do not use any caramel colouring or cold filtration, each expression shows the unique qualities of the barrel(s) it has been in. Made and hand bottled at the Great Southern Distillery on the harbour’s edge in Albany, this complex and elegant single malt whisky is distilled in traditional small batch copper pot stills from local barley. M200 is matured in second-fill oak barrels and then finished in a very old small port cask. It’s a serious whisky connoisseurs delight, made to savour. Official Tasting Notes Exhibiting spice and fruit aromas when neat, a splash of water unleashes malted barley, aromas of port and vanilla with hints of honey, raisins and caramel. Limeburners Port is a medium warm coloured whisky with intense and complex flavours, a full taste and smooth finish. Limeburners Single Malt Whisky is distinctly Australian and unique. | |
 | Volume: 700ml ABV: 61% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia Barrel: M266 Limeburners Barrel Strength Single Malts are 61% abv. They are bottled exactly as they come out of the barrel. As the distillery do not use any caramel colouring or cold filtration, each expression shows the unique qualities of the barrel(s) it has been in. Made and hand bottled at the Great Southern Distillery on the harbour’s edge in Albany, this complex and elegant single malt whisky is distilled in traditional small batch copper pot stills from local barley. M266 is matured in second-fill oak barrels and then finished in a very old small sherry cask. It’s a serious whisky connoisseurs delight, made to savour. Official Tasting Notes Exhibiting spice and fruit aromas when neat, a splash of water unleashes malted barley, aromas of sherry and vanilla with hints of honey, raisins and buttery caramel. Limeburners Sherry is a medium coloured whisky with intense and complex flavours, a full taste and smooth finish. Limeburners Single Malt Whisky is distinctly Australian and unique. | |
 | Bruichladdich Octomore 10.1 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 59.8% Age: 5 Years Old Country: Scotland PPM:107 Distilled from Scottish barley in 2013, Octomore 10.1 is the benchmark of the 10s series. Deliberately stripped back to an ex- American oak maturation, aged just 5 years old, the .1 edition exposes the structure and presence of the Octomore spirit. Combining smoke with a modest maturation, this 10.1 first and foremost demonstrates the true potential of a considered, patient distillation. OCTOMORE 10.1 Malted to 107PPM Distilled in 2013 from the 2012 Harvest from 100% Scottish grown Concerto barley matured entirely on Islay for five years. Full term maturation in 1st Fill American whiskey casks from Jim Beam, Heaven Hill, Buffalo Trace and Jack Daniels. Bottled unchill-Filtered and colouring free at Bruichladdich Distillery, 59.8% ALC. / Vol Limited to 42,000 bottles Official Tasting Notes Character: Lithe, supple, powerfully confident and a dram more than the sum of its parts. Slow trickle distillation is the hallmark of this muscular, oily spirit. Colour: Pale golden. Nose: Vanilla led, caramel, hints of smoke but tamed back. candied apple, gooseberry and marzipan. Palate: Soft yet powerful and warming on the palate, peppery, barley sugar, smokey – dried earth and hints of rubber. Warm sand, sweetness of charred oak and pineapple. Finish: Sweetness from tablet/fudge and a strong peat smoke and cold marine air combination. | |
 | Springbank 2003 Aged 15 Years Rum Wood Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 51% Age: 15 Years Old Country: Scotland Springbank Distillery is unique. It is the oldest independent family owned distillery in Scotland. Founded in 1828 on the site of Archibald Mitchell’s illicit still, the Springbank Distillery is now in the hands of his great great great grand son, Hedley G. Wright. It produces the most hand made whisky in Scotland, with traditional production methods being used throughout the process, and human involvement at each and every stage. It is the only distillery in Scotland to have never chill-filtered, nor do they add any artificial colourings to any of our single malts. It is the only distillery in Scotland to produce three different single malts, Springbank, Longrow and Hazelburn, using three different production methods. Now with this Springbank they’ve created something very unique, very special. A peated whisky paired with rum casks. The rum casks have developed this whisky into a tropical fruit smoke bomb worthy of any whisky lovers home bar or secret stash. This ones for keeping and for drinking. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Fresh peat on the nose leads to banana bread and white icing. Palate: Bursts of tropical fruits and waves of smokey earthiness. Finish: Honey sweetness and delicate spice. | |
 | Old Pulteney Aged 18 Years Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46% Age: 18 Years Country: Scotland Founded in 1826 by James Henderson at the height of Wick’s celebrated herring boom, the Pulteney Distillery is one of the most northerly on the British mainland. At a time when road links to the town were yet to be established, the distillery was dependent on the sea for its supply of barley and for the shipping out of its malt whisky. Wick became known for the barrels of silver (herring) and gold (whisky) which left the port in vast numbers. The distillery itself has an absorbing history, with its unique stills defying convention to this day. The wash still, in particular, is a source of fascination to visitors due to the absence of a ‘swan neck’. Legend has it that when the still was delivered it was too tall for the still house and the manager simply decided to cut the top off! The Old Pulteney bottle now incorporates a bulbous neck to reflect the shape of the stills. With its 21 years old single malt was given a magical gift being named by Jim Murray as the ‘Whisky of the Century’ this is a range of whisky you must discover and try to prise yourself away from. You can expect absolute brilliance, but that’s only my opinion. Salty, fruity and smooth. Vanilla notes and did I say fruity? After discontinuing the 21 years old and the 17 years old expressions the Pulteney Distillery really needed to fill the silent space between aged statements and vintage releases. Along comes the Old Pulteney Aged 18 Years. Matured in second fill American oak ex-bourbon barrels then it is filled into Spanish oak casks which previously held Oloroso Sherry. The marriage of these casks and the age matured in simply a creation of perfection. Bottled at 46% abv and non chill-filtered. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Chocolate cookie dough, creamy vanilla sponge, cinnamon spice and orchard fruits with a touch of citrus. Palate: Very good dark chocolate melted over Christmas cake with fresh green apples and lemon zest on the side. Finish: Long and floral with vanilla and matured oak. | |
 | Glenallachie 2007 Aged 12 Years Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 64.3% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 900510 Date of Distilling: 24/9/2007 Date of Bottling: 31/08/2020 Matured In: a single First Fill Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks. The GlenAllachie Distillery was built in Aberlour in 1967 and was a result of the United States led whisky boom around the world. Following two decades of operation the distillery was purchased by Invergordon Distillers, who then flipped the distillery over to Pernod Ricard after owning it for four years. During this time the distillery was mostly closed. In July 2017 Pernod Ricard was sold to The GlenAllachie Distillers Company which was owned and operated by former BenRiach Master Distiller Billy walker who has a very impressive resume in the whisky industry. It was then the distillery was given a capital ‘A’ in tradition that GlenDronach and BenRiach had been given a few years before. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2007 at the Glenallachie distillery in Speyside before being placed in a single First Fill Sherry Butt and left to mature for 12 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 64.3% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection. Only 615 bottles worldwide were produced of this fine liquid for us all to enjoy. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Orange marmalade, apple pie with toasted almonds and candied ginger. Palate: Red fruits of cranberry and cherries, vanilla and pistachio. Caramel and tobacco leads to some exciting spice. Finish: Warm fruit cake, cracked black pepper, Christmas spices. | |
 | The Dalmore Cigar Malt Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 44% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland The Dalmore Distillery has been producing exceptional single malt whisky since 1839 and, for almost a century, was owned by the Clan Mackenzie. The clan’s defining influence on the distillery is still evident to this day, with the iconic royal stag’s antlers – taken from the Mackenzie family crest – adorning each and every bottle of The Dalmore. Located on the northern shores of the Firth of Cromarty, deep in the spectacular Scottish Highlands, the distillery is perfectly placed to take advantage of a feast of natural resources: from the waters of Loch Morie, found high in the hills overlooking the distillery, to the golden barley of the rich coastal soils of the Black Isle. Being sited at sea level is critically important. Enveloped by the salt air, the sea-facing traditional dunnage warehouses provide the ideal conditions for maturation. The Dalmore Cigar Malt is designed to be perfectly paired with a fine cigar, this single malt is matured in American white oak ex-bourbon casks and Cabernet Sauvignon barriques and Matusalem oloroso sherry casks. Our Tasting Notes Nose: A mix of toffee, chocolate with coffee. Taste: Full caramel, hard toffee with citrus and sherry. Finish: Spiced orange. | |
 | Trinidad Distillers Ltd 2001 Aged 19 Years Trinidad Rum – Cadenhead’s (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55% Age: 19 Years Old Country: Scotland Scotch Whisky is known the world-over by the Brand names of large blending companies. These blends are the mixture of the products of various distilleries which were originally independent family owned units. Until the middle of the 20th century there were many small firms that bottled and sold the pure product of the local distilleries. Since Victorian times the firm of William Cadenhead has provided this service. However a diminution of public interest caused the small bottling companies to close down. Only a small handful of distilleries still remain in the ownership of their founding families and even fewer of the bottling companies remain active, William Cadenhead is one of the notable survivors. Trinidad Distillers was established by Angostura back in the 1940s. At first this was primarily for rum production but as time went on, bulk exports formed a large part of its portfolio. Note however that most of the molasses they work with originates outside of Trinidad – in Guyana, Panama and the Dominican Republic. In any event, Angostura as a company has little to do with it. Cadenhead out of Campbelltown in Scotland have simply followed the craft-bottler route, bought a few barrels distilled in 2001, and then issued the rum at cask strength after it came of age in 2020, without any further mucking about. This independent bottle by Cadenhead’s has been matured in a single cask for 19 years and bottled at 55% abv. It was distilled in 2001 and bottled in 2020. Only 792 bottles were produced of this very tasty whisky. Tasting Notes Nose: Demerara sugar, mango and pineapple. Palate: Thick butterscotch sauce and root ginger. Finish: Cinnamon, pecans, fresh pineapple juice. | |
 | Golden Grain 1982 Aged 36 Years Single Grain Scotch Whisky – The Cooper’s Choice (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 50% Age: 36 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 27682 Date of Distilling: 1982 Date of Bottling: 2020 Matured In: a single American Oak ex Bourbon Cask Un-Chillfiltered The Coopers Choice range of single cask whiskies from Scotland’s finest distilleries is our homage to these fine craftsmen and their important role in the Scotch Whisky industry. Owned by The Vintage Malt Whisky Company which was founded in 1992 by Brian Cook who was the export manager for the Auchentoshan and Bowmore Distilleries. Brian’s aim was to produce a range of malt whiskies from his country’s finest distilleries and make them available to independent wine and spirit importers throughout the world. Now the Vintage Malt Whisky Company is certainly a family-run business with Andrew Crook (Brian’s Son) taking on the mantle as Managing Director. The comoany has now exported over 5 million bottles worldwide. Matured in a single American Oak ex Bourbon Cask for 36 years. Distilled in 1982 and bottled in 2020 at 50% cask strength. Only 300 bottles were made available for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Creamy vanilla fudge, sticky date pudding and millionaire shortbread. Palate: Oily and vanilla oak, peaches and nectarines, coconut and sweet bourbon notes. Finish: Sweet dry and medium length with orchard fruits and vanilla oak. | |
 | Braeval 2001 Aged 18 Years Old Particular Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Douglas Laing (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 48.4% Age: 18 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 13724 Date of Distilling: 05/2001 Date of Bottling: 11/2019 Matured In: in a single sherry butt Un-Chillfiltered The bottler is Douglas Laing an independent bottler of fine Scotch whisky established in 1948. The concept is to enable whisky lovers around the world a chance to come as close as they can to sampling whisky as it was straight from the cask or having a whisky experience like no other. The Braeval Distillery sits in high pasture land, remote and sheltered. Because of this, illicit stills were common in the area for many years. The distillery was formerly known as Braes of Glenlivet and changed to Braeval in 1994. Did you also know that Braeval is Scotland highest distillery! This eighteen year old single malt whisky was distilled back in July 2005 and set aside to mature in a refill hogshead. Only 292 bottles were produced at 48.4% ABV by Douglas Laing Independent bottlers. Part of the Old Particular single cask range. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Charred oak, toasted chocolatey barley, citrus and buttered warm freshly made bread. Palate: Floral notes combine with toffee sweetness and Christmas spices. Finish: Vanilla sponge cake, citrus, honey and freshly cracked black pepper. | |
 | Cameronbridge 1992 Aged 28 Years Single Grain Scotch Whisky – The Cooper’s Choice #115061 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 48.5% Age: 28 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 115061 Date of Distilling: September 1992 Date of Bottling: 2021 Matured In: a single ex-Bourbon Cask Un-Chillfiltered The Coopers Choice range of single cask whiskies from Scotland’s finest distilleries is our homage to these fine craftsmen and their important role in the Scotch Whisky industry. Owned by The Vintage Malt Whisky Company which was founded in 1992 by Brian Cook who was the export manager for the Auchentoshan and Bowmore Distilleries. Brian’s aim was to produce a range of malt whiskies from his country’s finest distilleries and make them available to independent wine and spirit importers throughout the world. Now the Vintage Malt Whisky Company is certainly a family-run business with Andrew Crook (Brian’s Son) taking on the mantle as Managing Director. The company has now exported over 5 million bottles worldwide. The Cameronbridge Distillery is currently the largest grain distillery in Europe, located in Leven on the northern shore of the Firth of Forth, founded in 1824. While not only the production site of Single Grain Scotch Whisky for owner Diageo’s blended whisky brands, it also produces Smirnoff Vodka for the UK market and is the home of Tanqueray London Dry Gin. A Cameronbridge matured in an ex-Bourbon Cask for over twenty eight long years. Distilled in 1992 and bottled in 2021 at 48.5% cask strength. Only 288 bottles were made available for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Freshly cooked bread with salted butter and a drizzle of Manuka honey. Palate: Char grilled peaches, dark caramel, baking spices and polished oak. Finish: Ripe apples, buttery pastry and menthol. | |
 | Glenallachie 2008 Aged 12 Years The Whisky Company Exclusive Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Murray McDavid (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 50% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 900857 Matured In: Initial Sherry Butt then 1st Fill Pedro Ximenez No. Of Bottles: 257 Not Chill-filtered Murray McDavid are highly respected in the Scotch whisky industry, mainly for independently bottling whisky after selecting and ageing the spirit in high quality oak casks. Established in 1996 by Mark Reynier, Simon Coughlin, and Gordon Wright at the closed site of the Coleburn distillery in Speyside, Scotland. They are also known for the purchase of the closed Bruichladdich Distillery in 2000 and reopening this dormant distillery. They did such a good job of restoring production it was sold to Remy Cointreau in 2012 with a considerable profit. This luscious whisky has matured in a 600-litre Sherry butt for 11 years before being filled into two freshly emptied Limousin oak casks, previously used to mature Pedro Ximénez Sherry. After 14 months, the enhanced spirit was reunited, having achieved a harmonious balance between rich oak and fine Scottish spirit. After being matured for no less than 12 years in high quality oak casks it was bottled at 50% ABV as part of the Murray McDavid Benchmark limited release series. Only 257 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. This Murray McDavid bottling has been bottled exclusively for Australia and hand picked by our team. A luscious whisky with sweet fresh aromas and a winter warming palate leading to a long delightful finish. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Christmas cake, treacle toffee pudding, banana fritters and ripe red cherries. Taste: Rum & raisin fudge, cherry ripe bars, toasted figs, roasted walnuts and soft spices of clove, nutmeg and all spice. Finish: Banoffee pie, rye bread, orange citrus and fruit cake. About The Distillery GlenAllachie Distillery was built in Aberlour in 1967 and was a result of the United States led whisky boom around the world. Following two decades of operation the distillery was purchased by Invergordon Distillers, who then flipped the distillery over to Pernod Ricard after owning it for four years. During this time the distillery was mostly closed. In July 2017 Pernod Ricard was sold the distillery to The GlenAllachie Distillers Company which was owned and operated by former BenRiach Master Distiller Billy walker who has a very impressive resume in the whisky industry. It was then the distillery was given a capital ‘A’ in tradition that GlenDronach and BenRiach had been given a few years before. Bill Walker now has a distillery full of whisky with big fruity characteristics to play with and we are already seeing some spectacular bottlings emerging from the distillery. GlenAllachie’s new core range was released in June 2018 and it has been a hit so far amongst whisky connoisseurs. | |
 | Edradour 2008 Aged 12 Years Ibisco Sherry Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cask 54 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 57.1% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 54 Date of Distilling: 14/03/2008 Date of Bottling: 20/11/2020 Matured In: 1st Fill Ex-Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered The Edradour Distillery is situated in Perthshire which has been famous through the years for its small farm distilleries but now Edradour distillery is the last man (or lady) standing. It once boasted to be Scotland’s smallest distillery but after an expansion due to demand it is now thought of as Scotland’s Little Gem. The production, which also makes the whisky so unique was once 600 litres per year but now it can produce up to 160,000 litres per year. The name Edradour coming from the Gaelic ‘Edred dobhar’ meaning ‘the stream of King Edred’ who we believe may have been Pictish chieftain in the Dark Ages or a Roman legionnaire who liked this very delicious malt whisky. The distillery was founded in 1825 by local farmers and is currently owned by Signatory Vintage Scotch Whisky who purchased the distillery in 2002 from Pernod Ricard. You should expect a creamy malt whisky with hints of mint, nuts and usually has a port or sherry influence. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2008 at the Edradour distillery before being placed in a single ex Sherry Cask and left to mature for 12 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 57.1% abv and placed inside an Ibisco decanter for the perfected presented whisky. Our Tasting Notes Coming Soon! | |
 | Miltonduff 2009 Aged 11 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 59.7% Age: 11 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: 6341 Date of Distilling: 2009 Matured In: a PX Sherry Puncheon Un-Chillfiltered This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Miltonduff Distillery and left to mature for 11 years in a Pedro Ximenez Sherry Puncheon. It was finished with PX Sherry l before being bottled at 59.7% ABV and marks bottling number 42 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 646 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Dried fruits, caramel, chocolate and Christmas cake Palate: More dried fruits, sweet toffee and spice. Finish: Long and lingering, sweet and a touch of spice. About The Bottler Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next.Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. About The Distillery The Milton distillery was founded in the grounds of Pluscarden Abbey, six miles south of Elgin. It became known as Milton of Duff (and later just Miltonduff) when the Duff family bought the land. The area was a favourite with illicit distillers and founders Andrew Peary and Robert Bain may have been distilling prior to buying a license in 1824. They ran the distillery until it was purchased by William Stuart in 1866. In 2005, Allied was acquired by Pernod Ricard and Miltonduff became part of their Chivas Brothers portfolio. Official bottlings of Miltonduff are rare but independently bottled single cask expressions are becoming more common. | |
 | Belgrove Rye Pinot Cask Matured Australian Whisky (500ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 60% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia There’s no distillery in the world that we know of that is as raw as Belgrove. Peter Bignall the owner and operator is a whisky wizard. He grow his own ryecorn to produce 100% rye whisky. He built his own copper pot still from scratch which is powered by biofuel which is used cooking oil, from a roadhouse next to his farm. Hot water is also biofuel heated. Peter’s tractors, forklift and truck also run on Biodiesel made from the used cooking oil. The only significant material Peter brings to the farm is waste cooking oil and the main product to leave is whisky. The spent mash is fed to the Belgrove sheep. Cooling water comes from the nearby dam and the waste water is either recycled or used for irrigation, including the next rye crop. Brewing and diluting water is harvested from the roof of the distillery farm sheds – there’s a lot of farm sheds. Yeast is often reused. This operation resinates with the terms “sustainable” “closed loop” “small carbon footprint” “green” “farm based” “value adding” “craft” “low food miles”. Belgrove Distillery is the future of whisky distillation with low impact on the environment and high impact on flavour. Jim Murray well known whisky writer and author of The Whisky Bible has rated this whisky ‘Liquid Gold’. We urge you to delve deeper. Using 100% Rye grown by Peter himself and a 225 litre Tasmanian ex-Pinot Noir cask this whisky has been matured for three years. Bottled at 60% ABV. Distillery Tasting Notes Think dark chocolate, vanilla, Christmas cake, spice, stewed stone fruits, . Sweet, spicy (toasted cinnamon and nutmeg) and oily. Finishes like a fine whisky should. | |
 | Strathmill 1992 Aged 23 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cadenhead (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 47.2% Age: 23 Years Old Country: Scotland Distilled: 1992 Bottled: 2015 Matured In: 3 x Bourbon Barrels Un-Chillfiltered Scotch Whisky is known the world-over by the Brand names of large blending companies. These blends are the mixture of the products of various distilleries which were originally independent family owned units. Until the middle of the 20th century there were many small firms that bottled and sold the pure product of the local distilleries. Since Victorian times the firm of William Cadenhead has provided this service. However a diminution of public interest caused the small bottling companies to close down. Only a small handful of distilleries still remain in the ownership of their founding families and even fewer of the bottling companies remain active, William Cadenhead is one of the notable survivors. Recent revival of interest in the whisky from different single distilleries has caused a surge of new firms to emerge. Many do not actually control their bottling operations and unfortunately feel it necessary to invest fictitious ancestries. However William Cadenhead has a well established pedigree and the experience of over one and a half centuries ensures that our customers can truly rely on what we put in a bottle. They guarantee that they never chill-filter or chemically alter the products that they bottle nor do they add colouring agents. Each of their bottlings of whisky, and indeed of their rums and cognacs, comes from an individually selected cask. This single malt whisky was distilled at the Strathmill Distillery before being placed in three ex-Bourbon Barrels and left to mature for no less than 23 years. In 2015 it was bottled at 47.2% abv as part of the Cadenhead’s Small Batch Series. The perfect present for anyone turning 30 Years of Age in 2022! Our Tasting Notes Nose: Honey sweetness, buttery pastry, creamy vanilla, toasted grains and hints of freshly cut grass. Palate: Honey sweetness, soft spices, rye toast, stewed orchard fruits and citrus peel. Finish: Medium length, soft spices and soft fruit sweetness with a hint of smoke. | |
 | 2005 Foursquare Distillery 13 Years Old Cask Strength Rum – Leith Stillroom (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 63.3% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland Foursquare Rum Distillery is located on a former sugar plantation that dates back to approximately 1720, within the tiny Caribbean island of Barbados. The distillery was re-opened by the Seale family in 1996, distilling operations and blending are currently directed by Richard Seale, 4th Generation Trader/Distiller of R.L. Seale & Co. Distilled and matured in Barbados this cask strength rum has been bottled by Leith Stillroom. Distilled in 2005 and bottled in 2019 with no chill filtration or colouring and at. a whopping 63.3% ABV. Tasting Notes Nose: Rich and juicy, vanilla, Christmas cake, orchard fruits of apple and hints of espresso and dark toffee. Palate: Oily and buttery, with toasted oak, roasted coffee beans, toasted sultanas and raisins, treacle toffee and rich oak. Finish: Soft smoke and dark toffee keep this one alive for a while. | |
 | Bimber Australian Edition Single Malt Whisky – Cask #191 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 59.1% Age: No Age Statement Country: England The Bimber Distillery is located in London, England and was founded in 2016. The first casks of Bimber were laid down on the 26th of May 2016 and these casks were release three years later in September 2019 with a limited release of 1000 hand numbered bottles. This release sold out in under three hours, why? It’s the fruity new make spirit that is created here, it balances so well with re-charred oak barrels, fortified wine barrels and bourbon barrels. Bimber also sources its barley from a single farm, it malts and mashes this barley by hand and then slowly ferments the wart in their very own washbacks for 7 days. A fruit forward whisky with a very bright future. This cask strength Ex-Bourbon cask release is from cask #191 has been bottled at 59.1% ABV and is un-chillfiltered with no colour added. It was limited to only 252 bottles for the Australian market only. Our Tasting Notes As soon as we taste this one we’ll update you on how it tastes. | |
 | Highland Park 2006 Aged 14 Years Connoisseurs Choice Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Gordon & MacPhail (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 58.5% Age: 14 Years Old Country: Scotland For more than a century, Gordon & MacPhail has been entrusted with new-make spirit from more than 100 Scottish distilleries to mature in their way, using casks made to their exacting specifications. The ‘Distillery Labels’ range is a celebration of these long standing and unique relationships. The history of this range heralds back to their very beginnings – to the days when distillery spirit was produced primarily to be used in blends. Because of the strong working relationships Gordon & MacPhail had with distillery owners, they would bottle and sell the spirit they created as single malt on the condition that they used their ‘house’ label with the caption “bottled by Gordon & MacPhail”. This Highland Park was distilled in 2006 and spent 14 years in a refill ex Sherry Puncheon before being bottled in 2020 at 58.5 % ABV. Only 618 bottles were produced. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Soft aromas at first then opens up to smoked fruit, charred peaches, vegetal notes, fresh peat and creamy vanilla. Palate: Herbal peat, sea salt and honey sweetness, curry spices and plump raisins, ripe banana and hints of lemon citrus. Finish: Long and bursting with flavour, dried figs, ripe plums, earthy peat and hints of honey sweetness. | |
 | Glencadam 2008 Aged 11 Years Highland Single Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cask No. 881 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 62.5% Age: 11 Years Old Country: Scotland The Glencadam distillery was founded in 1825 and produces 1.5 million litres of spirit annually. The distillery has two stills and is situated near the River Esk in the Highland region of Scotland. It takes the water for its spirit from nearby springs in the surrounding green hills. The current owners are Angus Dundee plc who purchased the distillery in 2003 and also own the Tomintoul distillery in Speyside. The whisky produced at this distillery is an important component of Ballentine’s blends. Expect floral with notes of orange and citrus fruits. It has a refined dark oak undertone and is an elegant single malt whisky. This Single cask was distilled in March 2008 has been matured in a first fill ex-Bourbon barrel for no less than 11 years. It was bottled in February 2020 at 62.5% ABV with only 236 bottles available for worldwide consumption. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Rose water and citrus, Turkish Delight and stewed pears. Palate: Poached pears, creamy anglaise, floral notes with a hint of citrus. Finish: Long with orchard fruits and and a subtle oak spice. | |
 | The Macallan 2022 Classic Cut Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) *Due to Lower Than Expected Allocation This Product is Limited to One Per Customer Volume: 700ml ABV: 52.5% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland You can almost hear the heartbeat of whisky as Macallan lies in the central district of whisky making territory. This distillery which was built in 1824 near the river Spey in a tranquil Speyside setting is owned by Edrington & William Grant & Sons. Now Macallan 50 Years Old is most famous for being James Bond’s favourite dram so something special is truly happening behind the closed doors of this distillery which is magical. Macallan is a name in whisky that is held at the highest regard and delivers time and time again. This single malt whisky was carefully crafted by the Whisky Mastery Team to showcase the role of ex-bourbon American oak casks in the Macallan portfolio. The expression perfectly combines sweet lightness brought by these casks with depth and complexity from The Macallan’s renowned sherry seasoned American oak casks, to uncover a new, uniquely heightened flavour experience. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Orange oil and creamy vanilla, orchard fruits and toasted almonds with some ginger spice. Palate: Freshly cooked sponge, ginger snap biscuits, vanilla anglaise and cinnamon spice. Finish: Medium to long with spiced orchard fruits and soft spice. | |
 | Barrel Craft Spirits Dovetail Cask Strength Whiskey (750ml) Volume: 750ml ABV: 61.45% Age: No Age Statement Country: America Barrel Craft Spirits are based in Louisville, Kentucky and are an independent bottler and blender of unique aged, cask strength sourced whiskey and rum. Their goal is to select and blend products that explore different distillation methods, barrels and ageing environments, and bottle them at cask strength. Every batch is produced as a limited release and has an intentionally distinct flavour profile. Dovetail is blended to highlight some of our favourite flavours. Woody bourbon; terroir driven Dunn Cabernet; toasted French oak; Late Bottled Vintage Port pipes; black strap molasses casks; all working in tandem to create a buttery and deep whiskey as unique as it is delicious. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Honey glazed apricots, toffee, sloe gin, blackberry jam, roasted chestnuts and new leather. Palate: Milk chocolate, nutmeg, cinnamon, clove, golden syrup, and pink peppercorns. Finish: Chestnuts and chocolate. Awards CHAIRMAN’S TROPHY at the Ultimate Spirits Challenge – 2020 TOP 100 SPIRITS (97 POINTS) at the Ultimate Spirits Challenge – 2020 Double Gold (96 POINTS) at the New York International Spirits Competition – 2020 Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition – 2019 Gold (Whiskey: Barrel Finished category) at Whiskies of the World – 2019 Whisky Advocate rating of 90 | |
 | Cragganmore 1999 Aged 20 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 2020 Special Release (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55.8% Age: 20 Years Old Country: Scotland Cragganmore is a Speyside single malt distillery situated in Ballindalloch in Banffshire, Scotland. Founded in 1869 by John Smith due to its proximity to the Craggan burn and close to rail infrastructure. John Smith was a very experienced distiller having worked for The Macallan, The Glenlivet, Glenfarclas and Wishaw Distilleries The local railway is no longer in use and it is now a fine place to take a bottle of Cragganmore and walk though the beautiful local forests. Cragganmore is owned by spirits powerhouse Diageo. Released as part of Diageo’s Special Release 2020 series this Speyside number was matured in refill ex Bourbon casks and new fresh-charred casks for 20 years before being bottled at 55.8% cask strength. Tasting Notes Nose: Tropical fruits of melon and green banana, poached pears and vanilla with faint hints of sandalwood and leather. Taste: Creamy and smooth with bread and butter pudding, pecan pie and cracked black pepper. Finish: Melba toast, sweet chilli and black pepper. | |
 | Royal Brackla 2006 Aged 14 years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 57.8% Age: 14 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number: 1803 Date of Distilling: 2006 Matured In: Chinquapin Oak Barrel Un-Chillfiltered This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Royal Brackla Distillery and left to mature in a Chinquapin Oak Barrel for 14 years. It was finished in a Chinquapin Oak Barrel before being bottled at 57.8% ABV and marks bottling number 41 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 274 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Croissants and vanilla custard. Palate: Citrus and honey, with continued creamy vanilla. Finish: Softening sweetness, with notes of spice. About The Bottler Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next.Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. About The Distillery The Royal Brackla Distillery owned and operated by John Dewars and Sons Ltd for Bacardi the Royal Brackla distillery is situated in the Highland region of Scotland. It was build back in 1812 and has always been about capturing esters with long fermentation and still arms angled upwards allowing for plenty of contact with copper and plenty of reflux. The whisky itself was the first Scotch to be granted a Royal Warrant back in 1835 and attached the word ‘Royal’ to its name. King William IV gave the Royal Warrant which led to Brackla being known as ‘The King’s Own Whisky’. | |
 | Bunnahabhain 2008 Manzanilla Cask Matured 11 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 52.3% Age: 11 Years Old Country: Scotland The Bunnahabhain Distillery is the most northerly and remote on the island of Islay and was opened in 1883 to make use of excess grain from local farmers. The name Bunnahabhain translates as ‘mouth of the river’ and if you ever visit will see that the distillery is built near the mouth of the River Margadale which flows into the Sound of Islay. Pronounced Bú-na-ha-venn, this Islay Single Malt Scotch whisky is quite distinct from the many others on the island, given the wonderfully gentle taste profile for which it is known. Water is piped in from from Margadale Springs and the whisky is distilled twice in the distillery’s unusual pear-shaped pot stills A limited release bottling from the Bunnahabhain Distillery which sees unpeated malted barley being used for distillation. After a full maturation in ex Manzanilla Sherry casks for no less than 11 years the whisky is bottled at 52.3% ABV. This whisky is extremely rich and chewy with lots of sweet caramel and dried fruits notes. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Shouts Christmas cake with raisins and sultanas, fresh malty notes, espresso and rich creamy toffee. Palate: Millionaire shortbread, festive spices, red berries and sticky date pudding. Finish: Snickers bars, raisins and sultanas deliver a long finish. | |
 | Bunnahabhain 2011 Aonadh 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 56.2% Age: 10 Years Old Country: Scotland The Bunnahabhain Distillery is the most northerly and remote on the island of Islay and was opened in 1883 to make use of excess grain from local farmers. The name Bunnahabhain translates as ‘mouth of the river’ and if you ever visit will see that the distillery is built near the mouth of the River Margadale which flows into the Sound of Islay. Pronounced Bú-na-ha-venn, this Islay Single Malt Scotch whisky is quite distinct from the many others on the island, given the wonderfully gentle taste profile for which it is known. Water is piped in from from Margadale Springs and the whisky is distilled twice in the distillery’s unusual pear-shaped pot stills Aonadh (oon ouch) is Scots Gaelic for ‘Union’…….. A limited release bottling from the Bunnahabhain Distillery which sold out very quickly at the distillery. Using a combination of port casks and sherry casks to mature the spirit results in a whisky that’s creamy and fruity with a subtle salty note. Only 14,000 bottles were available for the entire whisky community and it’s bottled at 56.2% cask strength. Extremely yummy whisky. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Dark fruits of plum, dates and cherries mingles with dark caramel, creamy vanilla and black pepper. Palate: Rich cherries, fruity poaching liquid, ripe orchard fruits, sea salt and toasted chestnuts. Finish: Dark chocolate, roasted walnuts, cinnamon and black peppercorns. | |
 | Ardnamurchan 2015 Aged 5 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – North Star (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 52.5% Age: 5 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: Batch 016 Date of Distilling: August 2015 Date of Bottling: July 2021 Matured In: a first fill barrel Un-Chillfiltered The Ardnamurchan distillery isLocated on the most westerly point of the British mainland sits the Ardnamurchan Distillery. Probably one of the most sustainable distilleries in the United Kingdom if not the world, plenty of thought has been given to the environment before designing and developing this distillery. There’s a local hydro-electric generator that provides the cooling water and local forest wood chips that are used to heat the hot water for mashing. The draft left behind after the mash is used to feed local cattle and the pot ale is used for fertilising local fields. Owned and operated by Adelphi the distillery it boasts 2 stills and 7 wash backs. The owners of the distillery are also a very well know quality independent bottler. North Star Spirits is an independent bottler based in Glasgow, Scotland. They pride themselves on bottling the finest single malt Scotch whisky, blended whisky and blended malt Scotch whisky. Producing artisan single cask whisky from various regions of Scotland as well as bottling rums, gins and Bourbon whiskey. All products are small batch, bottled at cask strength. An independent bottling from one of Scotland’s newer distilleries which is very rarely seen. Distilled in 2015 and matured for 5 years in a first fill barrel. Bottled in 2021 at 52.5% abv with only 247 bottles available. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Ripe banana, hot cross buns, toasted almonds, orange marmalade. Taste: Charred tropical fruits, honey sweetness, orange peel and soft smoke. Finish: Long with soft smoke and sea salt. | |
 | Auchentoshan 2007 Aged 13 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – North Star (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: Batch 016 Date of Distilling: October 2007 Date of Bottling: July 2021 Matured In: an ex-Oloroso Sherry Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered The Auchentoshan Distillery was first established in 1823 and is situated on the outskirts of Glasgow in Clydebank. The distillery sits on the Lowlands whisky region of Scotland and boats as being ‘the breakfast whisky’ of the industry. This is due to its sweet and delicate flavours. The word Auchentoshan is taken from the Gaelic word Achadh an Oisein meaning “corner of the field”. The distillery is known for its triple distillation methods which are usually used in Ireland to make whiskey. North Star Spirits is an independent bottler based in Glasgow, Scotland. They pride themselves on bottling the finest single malt Scotch whisky, blended whisky and blended malt Scotch whisky. Producing artisan single cask whisky from various regions of Scotland as well as bottling rums, gins and Bourbon whiskey. All products are small batch, bottled at cask strength. Distilled in 2007 at the Auchentoshan Distillery in Scotland’s lowlands region and matured for no less than 13 years in an ex-Oloroso sherry cask. Bottled at 55% abv and limited to only 330 bottles. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Citrus boiled lollies, vanilla fudge, apple juice and sultanas. Taste: Dark chocolate coated hazelnuts, citrus and buttery pastry. Finish: Creamy toffee, peanut butter and soft spices. | |
 | Breath of Speyside 2004 Aged 17 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV:63.3% Age: 17 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): N/A Date of Distilling: 2004 Date of Bottling: 2021 Matured In: Refill Oloroso Sherry Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. An independently bottled single malt from a mysterious Speyside distillery, so mysterious that even the folks at Adelphi weren’t told where the original source was when they bought it. It’s a cracking series though, and limited to 254 bottles. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Chocolate brownies, honey sweetness, summer berries and soft balanced oak. Palate: Cherry Ripe bars, sticky date pudding, Christmas cake, soft spices. Finish: Long with stewed dates, plump raisins and smooth oak tanins. | |
 | Clarendon 2008 Aged 12 Years Jamaican Rum – Adelphi #JM3 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV:56.8% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Jamaica Cask Number(s): JM3 Date of Distilling: 2008 Date of Bottling: 2021 Matured In: refill Madeira cask. Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. An independently bottled rum from the Monymusk distillery in Jamaica which was distilled in 2008 and has spent 12 years in a refill ex Madiera cask. Only 402 bottles were produced at cask strength. | |
 | Macallan 2022 A Night On Earth In Scotland (2nd Release) Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) *Limited To One Bottle per Customer Volume: 700ml ABV: 43% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland You can almost hear the heartbeat of whisky as Macallan lies in the central district of whisky making territory. This distillery which was built in 1824 near the river Spey in a tranquil Speyside setting is owned by Edrington & William Grant & Sons. Now Macallan 50 Years Old is most famous for being James Bond’s favourite dram so something special is truly happening behind the closed doors of this distillery which is magical. Macallan is a name in whisky that is held at the highest regard and delivers time and time again. A new annual release from The Macallan Distillery titled A Night on Earth in Scotland which is inspired by Hogmanay, the name of Scotland’s New Year’s Eve celebrations. This single malt whisky was created by Macallan lead whisky maker Sarah Burgess. The expression is influenced by combining the fond memories Sarah has had whilst celebrating Hogmanay. Using casks where the Macallan spirit has been matured in American and European oak sherry seasoned casks, as well as ex-bourbon barrels. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Creamy rich buttery cake mix, vanilla scones and sweet pastry, dark fruit jam and crushed slithered almonds. Taste: Shortbread biscuits, vanilla cream, rocky road and dried oranges. Cinnamon and all spice with toasted malt. Finish: Medium to long with creamy buttery pastry, raisin biscuits. | |
 | Foursquare 2007 Aged 15 Years Barbados Rum – Cask #66 Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 61% Age: 15 Years Old Country: Barbados Cask Number(s): 66 Date of Distilling: 2007 Matured In: N/A Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. An independently bottled rum from Foursquare Distillery in Barbados which was distilled in 2007 and has spent 15 years in cask #66. It was then transported to Scotland and bottled by Adelphi. Bottled at 61% ABV with only 261 bottles available. | |
 | Launceston Distillery Tawny Cask Cask Strength Single malt Whisky (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 63% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia Cask Number: H17 – 12 Date of Distilling: NA Date of Bottling: NA Matured In: Tawny / Port Barrel Launceston Distillery sits proudly in the heart of Tasmania, based at Launceston Airport’s Hangar 17 – the state’s oldest commercial aviation building. Their home is the gateway to Northern Tasmania, a region rich in natural beauty and renowned for its premium food, wine and, now, whisky. At Launceston Distillery they produce hand-crafted, small-batch whisky. Using traditional techniques and craftsmanship, Tasmanian malted barley and pure river water are combined to produce the finest quality single malt whisky. From grain to bottle everything happens under the roof of Hangar 17. A dozen small casks have been vatted and allowed to “marry” together before bottling. A full flavoured whisky with engaging fragrant aromas, it was double distilled and is non-chill filtered to retain depth of character. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Pleasant tawny port aroma, notes of oak and fruit Taste: Continued tawny flavour, accented with Christmas cake and spice Finish: A smooth drawn out finish | |
 | Glen Rothes 1997 Aged 21 Years UCF Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46% Age: 21 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 4822 & 4823 Date of Distilling: 21/03/1997 Date of Bottling: 28/02/2019 Matured In: two ex-Bourbon Hogsheads Un-Chillfiltered This single malt whisky was distilled in 1997 at the Glen Rothes distillery before being placed in two ex-Bourbon Hogsheads and left to mature for 21 years. In February 2019 it was bottled at 46% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage Un-Chillfiltered Collection | |
 | Bunnahabhain 2007 Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 58.5% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number: 586 Date of Distilling: 13/02/2007 Date of Bottling: 13/06/2019 Matured In: a 1st Fill Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Bunnahabhain distillery before being placed in a 1st Fill Sherry Butt and left to mature for 12 years. In June 2019 it was bottled at 58.5% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage cask strength collection. Only 604 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Tasting Notes You’ll need to buy a bottle and share your thoughts on our website. We might just use them in the near future. | |
 | Linkwood 2006 Aged 13 Years Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 58.4% Age: 13 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 2 Date of Distilling: 05/12/2006 Date of Bottling: 11/02/2020 Matured In: a single ex Bourbon Hogshead the Fresh Sherry Butt Finish for 3 months Un-Chillfiltered Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks. The Linkwood Distillery was established in 1821, but only started production in 1824. Owner Peter Brown was the manager of the Linkwood Estate and wisely kept his nose clean until the 1823 Excise Act was on the stature book. The distillery was rebuilt in 1874 and was run as an independent distillery up until 1932 where is joined DCL, now Diageo. It has remained in production ever since, with regular upgrades taking place, most significantly in 1972 when a new distillery was built opposite the old buildings. The owners ran both distilleries until 1985 when the original distillery was used as an experimental site. The capacity of the distillery is now around 5.5 million litres per annum. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2006 at the Linkwood distillery before being placed in a single ex Bourbon Hogshead and left to mature for 13 years. It was then placed in a fresh ex sherry butt and finished for 3 months. In 2020 it was bottled at 58.4% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection. Only 713 bottles were produced. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Chocolate digestive biscuits, lemon thyme and dried summer fruits. Palate: Dried summer berries, peanut brittle and softly burnt toffee. Finish: Coffee bitterness with toasted walnuts and malted barley. Dried sherry sweetness. | |
 | Barrel Craft Spirits 4 Years Old Cask Strength Rye – Batch 003 (750ml) Volume: 750ml ABV: 58.35% Age: 4 Years Old Country: America Barrel Craft Spirits are based in Louisville, Kentucky and are an independent bottler and blender of unique aged, cask strength sourced whiskey and rum. Their goal is to select and blend products that explore different distillation methods, barrels and ageing environments, and bottle them at cask strength. Every batch is produced as a limited release and has an intentionally distinct flavour profile. This Rye Batch #3 was distilled and aged in Indiana, Tennessee, Poland and Canada. It was matured in previously used cask that were 4 to 14 years old. Carafted and bottled in Kentucky and bottled at 116.7 proof cask strength or 58.35% abv. First they used Tennessee Rye barrels and then added Polish Rye. The layers come from 13 years old Canadian Rye then the Indiana Rye was added. This creates a rye with sweet caramel and dried fruits, some nuttiness, earthy notes and spice. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Honey and wheat cereals, earthy spice, toasted almonds and caramelised brown sugar, gooseberries and marmalade with a buttery notes. Palate: Peanut butter ice cream, caramelised fruits, tropical fruits of coconut and mango, ginger spice and balanced oak. Finish: Leathery with old cigars and more tropical fruits, some salted buttery to linger around the palate. Awards Awarded Best Bourbon twice at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC), once in 2017 and again in 2020. Other SFWSC awards include Best Small Batch Bourbon, Best Small Batch Bourbon over 11 years, Best Small Batch Bourbon 6-10 years and Best Overproof Rum, as well as nine Double Gold medals and seven Gold medals. | |
 | Westport 1999 Aged 21 Years Private Cellars Selection Single Malt Scotch Whisky – The Whisky Cellar (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 43.8% Age: 21 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 800075 Date of Distilling: 03/1999 Date of Bottling: 08/2020 Matured In: a Refill ex-Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered Teaspooning is a term used in the whisky industry to explain a situation where a distillery adds a “teaspoon” of another whisky into a cask so that it cannot be bottled as a single malt from this distillery. This protects their brand and is very important for distilleries, and teaspooning is a response to the whole cask brokerage system. Teaspooning means that on most occasions the whisky is bottled under an well known brand name. In this instance Westport is most often a whisky from the Glenmorangie Distillery that has been teaspooned with a whisky from Glen Moray Distillery. Burnside is for instance known as being Balvenie – with a small percentage of Glenfiddich. A great way to pick up an amazing whisky but at a reduced price. The Whisky Cellar was founded by Keith Bonnington, a Keeper of the Quaich this Edinburgh based company are bottlers of small batch selections of single cask whisky. “We are a flavour diversity driven bottler and our core message is that, if we love the spirit enough, we will bottle it, irrespective of age, region, cask type or style. We want to bring to market extremely high-quality one-off whiskies which represent good value to the consumer.” said Bonnington. Bonnington works with a panel of tasting experts to ensure only the very best whiskies are bottled for The Whisky Cellar. Between them, the panel has over 200 years experience. So, you know these single cask whiskies must be good! Our Tasting Notes Nose: Wonderful milk chocolate notes combine with ripe pears and Manuka honey and creamy vanilla. Palate: Chocolate coated pears, stemmed ginger and delicate balanced oak. Finish: Vanilla sponge cake, home baking spices and fruity sweetness. | |
 | Bimber Port Cask Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky – Cask #39 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 58.1% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland * Strictly One Per Customer And One Per Billing Address The Bimber Distillery is located in London, England and was founded in 2016. The first casks of Bimber were laid down on the 26th of May 2016 and these casks were release three years later in September 2019 with a limited release of 1000 hand numbered bottles. This release sold out in under three hours, why? It’s the fruity new make spirit that is created here, it balances so well with re-charred oak barrels, fortified wine barrels and bourbon barrels. Bimber also sources its barley from a single farm, it malts and mashes this barley by hand and then slowly ferments the wart in their very own washbacks for 7 days. A fruit forward whisky with a very bright future. This cask strength Port Cask release is from cask #39 has been bottled at 58.1% ABV and is un-chillfiltered with no colour added. It was limited to only 285 bottles which are now sold out in most parts of the world. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Christmas cake with marzipan, white icing and custard. Palate: Dark fruits of raisin, fig and plum, dark caramel, milk chocolate and a hint of vanilla. Finish: Plum jam, sherry dryness and sun dried raisins. | |
 | Timboon Christie’s Cut Australian Single Malt Whisky (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 60% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia he Timboon Railway Shed Distillery is located in Timboon, The Otways in the state of Victoria Australia. The railway shed dates back to the 1800’s and has been beautifully restored with many original features maintained. The owner and distiller Josh Walker produces a lovely spirit from rather small copper pot stills. Josh grew up in Timboon and started his own farm contracting business at the age of 17. Move forward several years and the passion for whisky lead to the purchase of the distillery. Having traveled the well worn whisky paths across Europe and America, learned the trade and experienced first hand the boom in the world wide trend to drinking premium spirits, Josh is now a respected member of the rapidly growing Australian single malt distilling industry. Christie’s Cut is part of the Timboon core range selection of single malts. It’s named after Inspector John Christie who at the turn of the 19th century tracked and captured Tom Delaney who was an illicit distiller in the Timboon area. The South West Coast of Victoria has a colourful history of illicit distilling. When the Government decided to stamp out the practice, the man chosen to round up the ‘Nirranda Distillers’ was Detective Inspector Christie, champion boxer, champion sculler of Victoria, and one time personal bodyguard of H.R.H. Prince Alfred. Christie was also a master of disguise. Posing as a travelling tinker, he set out to catch the rogue moonshiners, Delaney and his associate, Jim Love. Aged for around 5 years in smaller ex Port barrels of 25 – 50 litres and bottled at cask strength of 60% abv. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Floral notes of freshly cut grass and lemon peel, bold vanilla oak band plenty of orchard fruit notes. Palate: Bold and juicy notes of berries, creamy vanilla and stewed apple. Buttery shortbread and tropical fruits with fresh peppery and minty flavours. Finish: Malted barley with hints of wood smoke and tropical fruits give a delightful ending to this delicious dram. | |
 | Kavalan Solist Ex Bourbon Australian Exclusive Cask Strength Taiwanese Single Malt Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 54.8% Age: No Age Statement Country: Taiwan In ancient times, the land around I-Lan in Taiwan was called Kavalan, a mysterious land that was solely inhabited by the indigenous people of the Kavalan clan. The name was officially recognised by the Emperor of the Chin dynasty in the year of 1809 when the original city was also built under the same name. Kavalan had always been kept primitive and protected from the outside world by the Syue-shan mountain range which is abundant in high quality natural water that comes from deep within the mountain range. The mists of Kavalan and the spirits of the past have been created for you in this exquisite whisky. This cask of Solist Ex Bourbon was chosen by the team at The Spirits Company (Local Importer) to be bottled exclusively for Australia. 176 Bottles were produced only. Kavalan Solist ex-Bourbon is a delightfully complex, multi-dimensional single malt whisky, with vanilla, fruit and coconut highlights. Matured in hand selected fresh American ex-Bourbon casks, the whisky is available at cask strength and non chill-filtered hence it retains a fuller flavour of a natural single malt whisky. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Creamy vanilla custard, sweet rockmelon, hints of mango and coconut, ripe pear and soft aromas of garden herbs. Palate: Tropical fruit punch, well integrated oak balances the sweetness, toasted cashews with creamy vanilla. Finish: Long and fruity, oak and tropical fruits with some soft spices. | |
 | Akashi White Oak Sake Cask Aged 3 Years Japanese Single Malt Whisky (500ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 50% Age: 3 Years Old Country: Japan Another superb release from this small Japanese distillery. Given the history of this distillery it’s not a surprise that they decided to mature some of their spirit in ex-Sake barrels. We are not sure this has ever been achieved or tried before but we know the outcome is very special indeed. Tasting Notes Nose: Toasted walnuts and vanilla combine with a little earthy note. Palate: Citrus and stewed fruits, chocolate, banana, apples and oily. Finish: Black tea, hints of peat and vanilla. | |
 | GlenAllachie 12 Years Old 2007 Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 59.7% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): N/A Date of Distilling: 2007 Date of Bottling: 2020 Matured In: refill ex-PX Sherry cask Un-Chillfiltered The Glenallachie Distillery was founded in Aberlour in 1967 and following two decades of operation the distillery was purchased by Invergordon Distillery, who subsequently mothballed the operation. It was owned by Chivas Brothers who then sold the distillery to The GlenAllachie Distillers Co. Limited. The distillery have the pleasure of whisky great Billy Walker to run the distillery and turn this quiet distillery into a worldwide whisky powerhouse. Billy Walker had great success at BenRiach, GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh turning the operations around and producing some of the best whisky we’ve ever experienced. We are more than confident that this distillery is one to watch for many years to come. Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2007 at the GlenAllachie distillery before being placed in a refill ex-Pedro Ximenez Sherry cask and left to mature for 12 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 59.7% abv as part of the Adelphi Selection. The GlenAllachie distillery is known for producing whisky that is full bodied, lightly peated and slightly sweet and it is celebrated as being one of the best Speyside malts there is. Only 621 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Tasting Notes Nose: Chocolate digestive biscuits, candied citrus peel, warm honey. Palate: Stewed raisins and sultanas combine with plums and figs, bursting with vanilla. Finish: Sherry dryness, oak and a touch of gentle spice. | |
 | Glenrothes 10 Years Old 2009 Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 65.5% Age: 10 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): N/A Date of Distilling: 2009 Date of Bottling: 2020 Matured In: a refill Oloroso Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered The Glenrothes Distillery is an award winning Speyside Single Malt Whisky of exceptional quality. A combination of many factors including unusually slow distillation process in tall copper pot stills deliver a characteristic sweet, fruity and elegant spirit. Each expression has its own unique personality, underpinned by the distinctive, hallmark characteristics of the distillery – ripe fruits, citrus, vanilla and an exquisite spicy finish all encased in the creamiest of textures and with a complex and well-poised balance. Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2009 at the Glenrothes distillery before being placed in a refill Oloroso sherry butt and left to mature for 10 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 65.5% abv as part of the Adelphi Selection. Only 508 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Tasting Notes Nose: Walls chocolate ice-cream with vanilla sponge cake, milk chocolate digestives and fresh feijoas. Palate: Salted caramel truffles, Black Forest Gateaux. Finish: Slightly meaty, long and leaves the tongue tingling. | |
 | Teaninich 12 Years Old 2009 Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55.9% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): N/A Date of Distilling: 2007 Date of Bottling: 2020 Matured In: a first fill ex-sherry cask Un-Chillfiltered The Teaninich (Tean-in-ich) Distillery was built in 1817 and it is owned by Diageo. The main use for the whisky produced here is to supply blenders with the highest quality product to create whisky like Johnnie Walker Red Label. The distillery itself boasts something quite rare to produce the whisky, a mash filter press. The mash filter press is used instead of the mash tun to draw sugars from the barely. The distillery is currently being rebuilt to accomodate 16 new stills which will make it one of Diageo’s ‘workhorses’ of the industry. Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2009 at the Teaninich distillery before being placed in a a first fill ex-Oloroso Sherry cask and left to mature for 12 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 55.9% abv as part of the Adelphi Selection. The Teaninich distillery is known for producing whisky that offers freshness, slightly grassy with citrus characteristics. Only 615 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Tasting Notes Nose: The Mad Hatters Tea party, toast and marmalade meets scones and red berry jam. Palate: Sweet and malty, some honey notes combine with green apples and gentle spice. Finish: A nice balanced oaky finish followed by more jam like sweetness. | |
 | Elysian Whisky Bar – Dram Pack Four (180ml) Designed to support our local bars and restaurants survive during this unprecedented time we have created a series of whisky tastings pack like no other. This pack will support The Elysian Whisky Bar in Fitzroy, Melbourne. This bar has been at the centre of the Australian whisky industry for many years now achieving the highest awards possible and delivering exceptional customer service. Whisky 1 Caledonian 1987 Aged 31 Years Single Grain Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (30ml) This cask strength single grain whisky was distilled at the Caledonian distillery before being placed in an Ex-Bourbon Hogshead Barrel and left to mature for 31 years. In May 2019 it was bottled at 50.2% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage cask strength collection. Only 249 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Whisky 2 Fettercairn 2008 Aged 10 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Rest & be Thankful (30ml) Aged in a single ex bourbon cask for a 10 years. Distilled in October 2008 and bottled in May 2019, bottled at cask strength with only 218 bottles produced. 55.9% abv Whisky 3 Teaninich 2009 Aged 10 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Rest & Be Thankful (30ml) Distilled at the lesser known Teaninich distillery in the Highlands of Scotland on May 13th 2009 and left to age for 10 years in a single ex bourbon hogshead. Bottled by independent bottler Rest & Be Thankful a week after its 10th birthday on May 20th 2019. Only 270 bottles produced at 60.4% abv. Whisky 4 Benrinnes 2007 Aged 11 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Rest & Be Thankful (30ml) Produced at the Benrinnes distillery. Aged in an ex bourbon hogshead from April 2007 to May 2019, and then bottled at cask strength. Only 281 bottles produced. 56.8% abv Whisky 5 Ben Nevis 1991 Aged 27 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Ben Nevis distillery before being placed in a Refill Sherry Butt and left to mature for 27 years. In May 2019 it was bottled at 57.5% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage cask strength collection. Only 477 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Whisky 6 Glen Keith 1993 Aged 21 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Warehouse Collection (30ml) Distilled at the Glen Keith Distillery on the 12th of July 1993 and left to mature in an ex Bourbon barrel. Finished in a n ex rum octave and bottled on the 8th of may 2015. Only 72 bottles were produced. 52.9% abv | |
 | Elysian Whisky Bar – Dram Pack Five (180ml) Designed to support our local bars and restaurants survive during this unprecedented time we have created a series of whisky tastings pack like no other. This pack will support The Elysian Whisky Bar in Fitzroy, Melbourne. This bar has been at the centre of the Australian whisky industry for many years now achieving the highest awards possible and delivering exceptional customer service. Whisky 1 Glen Moray 1998 Aged 17 Years – Liquid Treasures (30ml) The final bottle in the ‘Ocean Wonders’ Special Edition series. Distilled in 1998, matured in a Bourbon Cask until 2016 before being bottled at 56.3%. The whisky was distilled at Glen Moray in the Speyside region of Scotland. Only 215 bottles produced. Whisky 2 Glen Elgin 1995 Aged 23 Years Old – The Whisky Agency (30ml) A 1995 Glen Elgin single malt, matured in a hogshead for more than two decades, before being bottled by The Whisky Agency in 2018. 48.2% abv Whisky 3 Westport Aged 21 Years Blended Scotch Whisky – The Whisky Agency (30ml) Distilled in 1996 and bottled in 2018. Matured in an ex Sherry hogshead for 21 years. Only 164 bottles produced. 56.9% abv Whisky 4 Clynelish 1995 Aged 23 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Clynelish distillery before being placed in a refill Sherry butt and left to mature for 23 years. In June 2019 it was bottled at 56.4% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage cask strength collection. Only 592 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Whisky 5 Ardmore 1998 Aged 20 Years – The Whisky Agency (30ml) An independent bottling of Ardmore single malt from The Whisky Agency. Distilled in 1998 and bottled 20 years later from a single hogshead. 51.7% abv Whisky 6 Samaroli ‘S Peaty 1995 (30ml) A rare independent bottling by Samaroli which consists of whiskies sourced from selected distilleries producing peaty single malt. Distilled in 1995 and bottled in 2017. 45% abv | |
 | The Singleton Glen Ord Aged 18 Years 2019 Special Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55% Age: 18 Years Country: Scotland The Singleton of Glen Ord is a whisky Distillery which is situated in the Scottish Highlands. It is the only remaining whisky distillery on Black Isle. The Black Isle is a peninsula within Ross and Cromarty, in the Scottish Highlands. It includes the towns of Cromarty and Fortrose, The distillery was founded in 1838 and now it produces around 12 million litres of spirit each year mainly for Diageo’s number one blended whisky Johnnie Walker. This is another great whisky by this distillery, matured in fresh charred American oak ex-Bourbon Hogsheads. This whisky has plenty of fruity flavours along with spice. The label on this bottling features a fish or rainbow trout looking at a blackberry bush which ties this bottling into the theme for the series release of ‘Rare By Nature’. Tasting Notes Nose: Marmalade and summer berries. Taste: Candied orange, summer fruits and soft caramel dances with milk chocolate. Finish: Citrus caramel, fruit salad and spice. | |
 | Bowmore Vault Edition One Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 51.5% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland The Bowmore Distillery was founded in 1779 and is positioned on the beautiful rugged shores of Loch Indaal in the town of Bowmore. The distillery is owned by the new partnership of Beam Suntory and produces over 2 million litres of spirit each year. This Islay distillery, still to this day, retains the traditional floor method of malting barley allowing the distillery to offer a very unique product. Floor malting can be read about by clicking here. Nowadays most distilleries use more modern efficient methods to malt barley using mechanical equipment with expert ‘maltsters’. This first release Bowmore from the Vault Series was launched in 2016. It allows the whisky connoisseur the chance to explore the main characteristics of Bowmore whisky from cask maturing in vault number 1. This first release is to display the characters and notes of Atlantic sea salt. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Charred banana, smoked pineapple, vanilla pods, sea spray. Palate: Softly smoked mackerel, tropical fruits, salted caramel, smoked wood. Finish: Medium with smoke and spice. | |
 | Breath of The Highlands 2007 Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV:52.7% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): N/A Date of Distilling: 2007 Date of Bottling: 2019 Matured In: refill Pedro Ximenez sherry butt Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2007 at an undisclosed distillery before being placed in arefill Pedro Ximenez sherry butt and left to mature for 12 years. In 2019 it was bottled at 52.7% abv as part of the Adelphi Breath of Highlands series. Only 556 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Chocolate and coffee eclairs, Christmas mince pies, dried red fruits and orange cake. Palate: Dates and spices. Sticky toffee pudding and vanilla anglaise. Finish: Stemmed ginger and citrus with deep oak. | |
 | Longmorn 16 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 48% Age: 16 Years Old Country: Scotland Established in 1894 just around the time Longmorn-Glenlivet company was founded this distillery has graced the Speyside region for many years producing bold delicious flavours in its whisky. The distillery went through some expansion in 1972 and the now owners Pernod Ricard took over the distillery in 1978 as Chivas Brothers. This distillery still remains unknown to most and there is no reason why as the whisky it produces is amongst the highest quality in the world and delights the palate. The distillery produces 3,500,000 litres of whisky per annum and you should expect this whisky to give you sweetness, spices and wonderful a mouth feel with honey, apples and toffee. Longmorn is certainly a premium single malt and the solid purple box with leather at the foot of the bottle displays a whisky that deserves applause. It has a unique Speyside character that is produced from natural ingredients sourced from the local area. It really doesn’t matter what or how this was matured as it’s a joy to drink. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Crunchy Golden Delicious apples and lemon zest carry through to sweet toffee. Palate: Citrus and herbal accompany oak and spice with rich barley. Finish: Citrus and oak | |
 | Glenallachie 2007 Aged 12 Years Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 64.8% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 900511 Date of Distilling: 24/9/2007 Date of Bottling: 02/06/2020 Matured In: a single First Fill Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks. The GlenAllachie Distillery was built in Aberlour in 1967 and was a result of the United States led whisky boom around the world. Following two decades of operation the distillery was purchased by Invergordon Distillers, who then flipped the distillery over to Pernod Ricard after owning it for four years. During this time the distillery was mostly closed. In July 2017 Pernod Ricard was sold to The GlenAllachie Distillers Company which was owned and operated by former BenRiach Master Distiller Billy walker who has a very impressive resume in the whisky industry. It was then the distillery was given a capital ‘A’ in tradition that GlenDronach and BenRiach had been given a few years before. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2007 at the Glenallachie distillery in Speyside before being placed ina single First Fill Sherry Butt and left to mature for 12 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 64.8% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection. Only 580 bottles worldwide were produced of this fine liquid for us all to enjoy. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Orange marmalade, apple pie with toasted almonds and candied ginger. Palate: Red fruits of cranberry and cherries, vanilla and pistachio. Caramel and tobacco leads to some exciting spice. Finish: Warm fruit cake, cracked black pepper, Christmas spices. | |
 | Bunnahabhain 2009 Aged 11 Years Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 67.3% Age: 11 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 900074 Date of Distilling: 17/03/2009 Date of Bottling: 15/06/2020 Matured In: a single 1st Fill Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks. The Bunnahabhain Distillery is the most northerly and remote on the island of Islay and was opened in 1883 to make use of excess grain from local farmers. The name Bunnahabhain translates as ‘mouth of the river’ and if you ever visit will see that the distillery is built near the mouth of the River Margadale which flows into the Sound of Islay. Pronounced Bú-na-ha-venn, this Islay Single Malt Scotch whisky is quite distinct from the many others on the island, given the wonderfully gentle taste profile for which it is known. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2009 at the Bunnahabhain distillery on Islay before being placed in single 1st Fill Sherry Butt and left to mature for 11 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 67.3% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection. Only 591 bottles worldwide were produced of this fine liquid for us all to enjoy. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Peppered macerated strawberries with freshly made brandy snap baskets and chocolate ganache. Palate: The sherry notes hit first, big and bold. Fruit bread with oily butter and sea salt, espresso coffee and root spices. Finish: Espresso and malted barley. | |
 | Deanston 2007 Aged 12 Years Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 64.5% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 900142 Date of Distilling: 14/06/2007 Date of Bottling: 12/02/2020 Matured In: a single 1st Fill Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks. The Deanston Distillery is located on the banks of the River Teith, eight miles from the town of Stirling. It is the largest distillery owned by Burn Stewart Distillers Ltd, who also own Bunnahabhain Distillery and Tobermory distillery. Deanston Distillery was traditionally a working mill but was transformed into a distillery in 1966. The constant supply of pure water from the River Teith contributed to the decision to turn the mill into a distillery and Deanston is now one of only a handful of distilleries in Scotland to be self-sufficient in electricity, with power generated by an onsite hydro-electroc facility. Deanston sits in the Highland single malt region of Scotland and produces whisky which is handmade by ten local craftsmen. You should expect a bouquet of flavours, honey, cloves, ginger. Like a herbal tonic this malt is heavy and malty with medicinal characters. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2007 at the Deanston distillery on before being placed in single 1st Fill Sherry Butt and left to mature for 12 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 64.5% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection. Only 630 bottles worldwide were produced of this fine liquid for us all to enjoy. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Chocolate swirl buns and red fruits, orange citrus and old oak. Palate: Raisins and sultanas, plums and figs, dark chocolate and spiced oak. Finish: Dark chocolate, white pepper and fruit pudding. | |
 | Edradour 2008 Aged 12 Years Ibisco Decanter Sherry Matured Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 57.5% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 689 Date of Distilling: 22/02/2008 Date of Bottling: 21/04/2020 Matured In: a single Sherry Butt The Edradour Distillery is situated in Perthshire which has been famous through the years for its small farm distilleries but now Edradour distillery is the last man (or lady) standing. It once boasted to be Scotland’s smallest distillery but after an expansion due to demand it is now thought of as Scotland’s Little Gem. The production, which also makes the whisky so unique was once 600 litres per year but now it can produce up to 160,000 litres per year. The name Edradour coming from the Gaelic ‘Edred dobhar’ meaning ‘the stream of King Edred’ who we believe may have been Pictish chieftain in the Dark Ages or a Roman legionnaire who liked this very delicious malt whisky. The distillery was founded in 1825 by local farmers and is currently owned by Signatory Vintage Scotch Whisky who purchased the distillery in 2002 from Pernod Ricard. You should expect a creamy malt whisky with hints of mint, nuts and usually has a port or sherry influence. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2008 at the Edradour distillery before being placed in a single ex Sherry Cask and left to mature for 12 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 57.5% abv and placed inside an Ibisco decanter for the perfected presented whisky. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Dried dark fruits, croissants and butter, saved oak. Palate: Milk chocolate coated peanuts, ginger spice and freshly cracked black pepper, raisins and sultanas with charred oak. Finish: Orange oil and soaked raisins and some smoke! | |
 | Kill Devil 11 Years Old Guyana Diamond Rum – Hunter Laing (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 60.9% Age: 11 Years Old Country: Scotland Hunter Laing is more well known as an independent bottler and have many different brands which are becoming more known in the whisky industry. These include Old Malt Cask, Old & Rare, Hepburn’s Choice, John Player Special, Highland Journey, House Of Peers and Sovereign Single Grain to name a few. They also have a bottling plant in East Kilbride in Scotland. Hunter Laing also established the Ardnahoe Distillery on Islay which was opened in 2018. First established in 2013 when the brothers Fred and Stewart of Douglas Laing & Co decided to split the company assets and operate their own independent bottling operations. Kill Devil is a single cask rum created by Hunter Laing. The rum is sourced from the Caribbean and further afield, shipped to Scotland and bottled by hand. In the 17th and 18th centuries, islanders referred to their locally made distillates as Kill Devil. Whilst today many of the old superstitions have gone, the Caribbean is still the source of many exotic rums. This Kill Devil rum has been matured for 11 years in the Caribbean and then shipped to Scotland for further finishing in an ex- Sherry Port Ellen barrel which had held peated single malt whisky for 25 years. Hand bottled at 60.9% abv only 690 bottles available worldwide. Our Tasting Notes Dark toffee, elegant spices, some sky peaty notes, raisins and sultanas, molasses. | |
 | Glen Spey 2006 Aged 13 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #21 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 57.5% Age: 13 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number: 4828 Date of Distilling: 2006 Matured In: PX Sherry Puncheon Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Glen Spey Distillery is situated in Rothes, Speyside Scotland. The Distillery produces a light malt whisky which is produced due to the distilleries ‘purifiers’ which act as small condensers. This increases the amount of reflux within the stills. Built in 1878 t is owned by Diageo and primarily used for the blended malt Scotch whisky J&B Rare. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Glen Spey Distillery before being placed in an ex Pedro Ximenez puncheon that yielded 613 bottles. It was bottled at 57.5% abv and marks bottling number 21 of the Infrequent Flyers. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Big bold and rich sherry notes, espresso, dark chocolate, cherries, sultanas, Christmas cake spices, red cola cubes, cracked black pepper. Palate: Loaded with dark dried fruits, red fruits, pencil shavings, golden syrup and caramelised brown sugar. Finish: Plenty of dark oak notes, tobacco, toasted almonds, espresso and dark chocolate. | |
 | Bunnahabhain 2009 Aged 11 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 67.9% Age: 11 Years Old Country: Scotland Chill-Filtered?: Non chill-filtered Cask Number: 900027 Date of Distilling: 02/03/2009 Date of Bottling: 28/08/2020 Matured In: a 1st Fill Sherry Butt Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks. The Bunnahabhain Distillery is the most northerly and remote on the island of Islay and was opened in 1883 to make use of excess grain from local farmers. The name Bunnahabhain translates as ‘mouth of the river’ and if you ever visit will see that the distillery is built near the mouth of the River Margadale which flows into the Sound of Islay. Pronounced Bú-na-ha-venn, this Islay Single Malt Scotch whisky is quite distinct from the many others on the island, given the wonderfully gentle taste profile for which it is known. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2009 at the Bunnahabhain distillery on Islay before being placed in single 1st Fill Sherry Butt and left to mature for 11 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 67.9% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection. Only 627 bottles worldwide were produced of this fine liquid for us all to enjoy. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Peppered macerated strawberries with freshly made brandy snap baskets and chocolate ganache. Palate: The sherry notes hit first, big and bold. Fruit bread with oily butter and sea salt, espresso coffee and root spices. Finish: Espresso and malted barley. | |
 | GlenDronach 2008 Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Batch 18 Cask No. 8558 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 59.4% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland The GlenDronach Distillery was founded in 1826 and is located in Aberdeenshire very close to Huntly. It is well known for producing high quality Sherry matured whisky and is currently owned by Brown-Forman. GlenDronach Batch 18 consists of 18 single casks which only a few have made it to Australia. The range consists of whisky spanning a different range of ages and vinatges all selected by Master Distiller Dr. Rachel Barrie. Using either ex Oloroso Sherry, ex Pedro Ximenez Sherry or ex Port barrels and bottled at their natural cask strengths in a range of between 48% and 61.9% ABV. This GlenDronach single cask from batch 18 has been distilled in 2008 and left for 12 years to mature in one Pedro Ximenez Sherry Puncheon. Only 710 bottles worldwide were produced. If you’re a GlenDronach fan then this one is not to be missed, check out these tasting notes. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Orange marmalade marries with pistachio praline, red fruits of cranberry and cherry, toasted chestnuts on a winters day, dark fruits of dates and plums with clove and aniseed spice. Palate: Rich and luscious, there’s raisin and dark toffee, summer berries, honey sweetness and some garden herbs. Finish: Long and rich, dried dark fruits and liquorice root. | |
 | Strathearn Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Batch 001 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46.6% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland Every batch of whisky produced from this tiny distillery will be unique, that’s the Strathearn guarantee. Using various distillation methods from double distillation to triple distillation, using a mixture of peated malt and unpeated malt, using only small 50 litre casks. Experimenting with ex Sherry barrels, ex Bourbon barrels and ex Rum barrels to name a few. The distillery was founded in 2013 and holds the claim as Scotland’s tiniest distillery. Located in the village of Methven, close to Crieff in Scottish Highlands. Using an 800 litre wash still, and a spirit still with a 400 litre charge this is a small batch craft distillery. In 2019 independent bottler Douglas Laing & Co acquired Strathearn outright for an undisclosed sum – making it the company’s first distillery acquisition. We’re sure there’s many more surprises in store for this tiny distillery. Introducing the first release of Strathearn Highland Single Malt. Strathearn Distillery joined the Douglas Laing family in October 2019 and, in-line with their approach, this Small Batch bottling is offered proudly at 46.6% alcohol strength, without colouring or chill-filtration. Despite being distilled in 2013 and 2014, this is a surprisingly mature Single Malt having spent its life in the finest European oak and ex-Sherry casks. Anticipate a soft and mellow style developing to rich red fruits and subtle sweetness from those Sherry casks. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Dark toffee notes, ripe red apples, dried dark fruits and wafts of Sherry and milk chocolate. Palate: Creamy toffee notes, some sweet cereals, bold oak, some dark red fruits and white pepper. Finish: Christmas spices, orange peel and freshly cracked black pepper. | |
 | Ardbeg Scorch Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Ardbeg Day Release 2021 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland Where Ardbeg is, has been and always will be made by people genuinely devoted to producing The Ultimate Islay Malt. Ardbeg the whisky is Ardbeg the place, in all its raw natural beauty. There have been many ups and downs on the long road to Ardbeg throughout the years. Ardbeg’s story is one of irrepressible spirit surviving against the odds, finally emerging as “unquestionably, the greatest distillery on Earth”. Every year we celebrate Ardbeg Day (usually the first Saturday in June). With Ardbeg Day we get to experience a limited edition bottling from the distillery. New, creative and never to be released again. Some of the past releases of the Ardbeg Day bottlings are now fetching inflated prices. They are a whisky collectors dream. This year we see the distillery using heavily charred casks, and appropriately dubbed it Ardbeg Scorch! The theme for this years celebrations is a Dragon scorching casks to get them intensely charred………this will help the whisky display characters of heavy smoke and wonderful spice. We expect this one to be big, bold and smokey. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Toasted barley, milk chocolate, roasted nuts and bonfire smoke with wafts of clove oil. Taste: Charred vanilla pod, salted dark caramel, charred oak and bold peat smoke. Finish: Long and creamy with vanilla, bonfire embers and barrel char. | |
 | Stagg Jr Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 65.55% ABV (750ml) Volume: 750ml ABV: 65.55% Age: No Age Statement Country: America This strong and full bodied Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey from the Buffalo Trace Distillery pulls no punches. It’s full and flavoursome and bottled at a bold 65.55% ABV. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Scorched sugar, citrus, vanilla and a faint whiff of oak Taste: lots of spice, and a subtle sweetness. Like Dark Chocolate with chilli. Slight cherry fruitiness towards the end Finish: Long, lasting finish, still spicy, but sweeter that the palate. | |
 | Invergordon 1990 Aged 30 Years Single Grain Scotch Whisky – The Cooper’s Choice #906313 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 42.5% Age: 30 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 906313 Date of Distilling: October 1990 Date of Bottling: 2021 Matured In: a single ex-Bourbon Cask. Un-Chillfiltered The Coopers Choice range of single cask whiskies from Scotland’s finest distilleries is our homage to these fine craftsmen and their important role in the Scotch Whisky industry. Owned by The Vintage Malt Whisky Company which was founded in 1992 by Brian Cook who was the export manager for the Auchentoshan and Bowmore Distilleries. Brian’s aim was to produce a range of malt whiskies from his country’s finest distilleries and make them available to independent wine and spirit importers throughout the world. Now the Vintage Malt Whisky Company is certainly a family-run business with Andrew Crook (Brian’s Son) taking on the mantle as Managing Director. The company has now exported over 5 million bottles worldwide. The Invergordon Distillery was opened in 1960 and primarily makes grain whisky for the Whyte & MacKay blends.The distillery produces about 40 million litres of spirit each year making it one of the world’s largest producers. Using primarily American oak and European oak casks the whisky is often sold to independent bottlers for single cask releases of one of the finest grain whiskies produced. An Invergordon matured in an ex-Bourbon Cask for over 30 years. Distilled in 1990 and bottled in 2021 at 42.5% cask strength. Only 282 bottles were made available for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Dark chocolate Crunchie bars, vanilla sponge cake, freshly shaved oak and toasted nuts. Palate: Creme caramel, toasted nuts, vanilla fondant, spicy oak. Finish: Toasted barley, banana lollies, chines 5 spice. | |
 | Craigellachie 2008 Aged 12 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Murray McDavid (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 50% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 900365 / 366 / 367 Matured In: Initial Maturation In A Sherry Hogshead then 1st Fill Murça Tawny Port Cask No. Of Bottles: 1054 Not Chill-filtered Murray McDavid are highly respected in the Scotch whisky industry, mainly for independently bottling whisky after selecting and ageing the spirit in high quality oak casks. Established in 1996 by Mark Reynier, Simon Coughlin, and Gordon Wright at the closed site of the Coleburn distillery in Speyside, Scotland. They are also known for the purchase of the closed Bruichladdich Distillery in 2000 and reopening this dormant distillery. They did such a good job of restoring production it was sold to Remy Cointreau in 2012 with a considerable profit. This independent bottling by Murray McDavid has been initially matured in a 250 litre refill Sherry Hogshead for no less than 11 years. It was then finished in a 1st Fill Murça Tawny Port Cask for no less than 12 months. After being matured for no less than 12 years in high quality oak casks it was bottled at 50% ABV as part of the Murray McDavid Benchmark limited release series. Only 1054 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Malty fruity notes linger as floral notes appear, toasted nuts and delicate spices. Taste: Warm orange zest, subtle citrus notes, with orchard fruits of apple and pear, dark toffee and roasted chestnuts. Finish: Long with chocolate fondant and sweet oak spice. About The Distillery The Craigellachie distillery was opened in 1891 by the Craigellachie Distillery Company Ltd and was mainly used for producing White Horse blended whisky. In 2004 they released their first single malt aged 14 years. The distillery is now currently owned by John Dewar and Sons and they collect the water for making whisky from a spring on Little Conval Hill. The distillery also uses worm tubs style condensers for their stills, this allows for the new make spirit to retain more of a sulphurous and meaty character. With this malt whisky you can expect perfume, sweetness and spice with a hint of mint and freshly cut lawn. | |
 | Glenallachie 2008 Aged 12 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Murray McDavid (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 50% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 1910865 + 1920865 Matured In: Initial Sherry Butt then 1st Fill Ex-Cognac Cask. No. Of Bottles: 771 Not Chill-filtered Murray McDavid are highly respected in the Scotch whisky industry, mainly for independently bottling whisky after selecting and ageing the spirit in high quality oak casks. Established in 1996 by Mark Reynier, Simon Coughlin, and Gordon Wright at the closed site of the Coleburn distillery in Speyside, Scotland. They are also known for the purchase of the closed Bruichladdich Distillery in 2000 and reopening this dormant distillery. They did such a good job of restoring production it was sold to Remy Cointreau in 2012 with a considerable profit. This independent bottling by Murray McDavid has been initially matured in a 600 litre refill Sherry Hogshead for no less than 11 years. It was then finished in a 1st Fill ex Cognac cask for no less than 12 months. After being matured for no less than 12 years in high quality oak casks it was bottled at 50% ABV as part of the Murray McDavid Benchmark limited release series. Only 771 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Oily and buttery, orange cake, milk chocolate. Taste: Malty, bursting with creamy toffee notes, fruit and nut milk chocolate, plenty of oak and balanced spices. Finish: Dark fruits, creamy vanilla and baking spices. About The Distillery GlenAllachie Distillery was built in Aberlour in 1967 and was a result of the United States led whisky boom around the world. Following two decades of operation the distillery was purchased by Invergordon Distillers, who then flipped the distillery over to Pernod Ricard after owning it for four years. During this time the distillery was mostly closed. In July 2017 Pernod Ricard was sold the distillery to The GlenAllachie Distillers Company which was owned and operated by former BenRiach Master Distiller Billy walker who has a very impressive resume in the whisky industry. It was then the distillery was given a capital ‘A’ in tradition that GlenDronach and BenRiach had been given a few years before. Bill Walker now has a distillery full of whisky with big fruity characteristics to play with and we are already seeing some spectacular bottlings emerging from the distillery. GlenAllachie’s new core range was released in June 2018 and it has been a hit so far amongst whisky connoisseurs. | |
 | Deanston 2007 Aged 13 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 63.9% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 900141 Date of Distilling: 14/06/2007 Date of Bottling: 13/01/2021 Matured In: a single 1st Fill Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks. The Deanston Distillery is located on the banks of the River Teith, eight miles from the town of Stirling. It is the largest distillery owned by Burn Stewart Distillers Ltd, who also own Bunnahabhain Distillery and Tobermory distillery. Deanston Distillery was traditionally a working mill but was transformed into a distillery in 1966. The constant supply of pure water from the River Teith contributed to the decision to turn the mill into a distillery and Deanston is now one of only a handful of distilleries in Scotland to be self-sufficient in electricity, with power generated by an onsite hydro-electroc facility. Deanston sits in the Highland single malt region of Scotland and produces whisky which is handmade by ten local craftsmen. You should expect a bouquet of flavours, honey, cloves, ginger. Like a herbal tonic this malt is heavy and malty with medicinal characters. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2007 at the Deanston distillery on before being placed in single 1st Fill Sherry Butt and left to mature for 13 years. In 2021 it was bottled at 63.9% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection. Only 613 bottles worldwide were produced of this fine liquid for us all to enjoy. Our Tasting Notes Coming Soon! | |
 | Glenallachie 2008 Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 62.9% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 900366 Date of Distilling: 06/05/2008 Date of Bottling: 13/01/2021 Matured In: a single First Fill Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks. The GlenAllachie Distillery was built in Aberlour in 1967 and was a result of the United States led whisky boom around the world. Following two decades of operation the distillery was purchased by Invergordon Distillers, who then flipped the distillery over to Pernod Ricard after owning it for four years. During this time the distillery was mostly closed. In July 2017 Pernod Ricard was sold to The GlenAllachie Distillers Company which was owned and operated by former BenRiach Master Distiller Billy walker who has a very impressive resume in the whisky industry. It was then the distillery was given a capital ‘A’ in tradition that GlenDronach and BenRiach had been given a few years before. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2008 at the Glenallachie distillery in Speyside before being placed in a single First Fill Sherry Butt and left to mature for 12 years. In 2021 it was bottled at 62.9% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection. Only 626 bottles worldwide were produced of this fine liquid for us all to enjoy. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Big bold aromas of dark fruits, warm brown sugar, tangy zesty spice. Palate: Sweet blueberries, warming Christmas spices, succulent raisins and some salted caramel. Finish: Dark chocolate, sweet fresh toffee, ginger nut biscuits. | |
 | Strathmill 2006 Aged 13 Years Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 61.2% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Numbers: 6 Date of Distilling: 24/10/2006 Date of Bottling: 31/08/2020 Matured In: Initial Maturation in a refill Sherry Butt then Finished in a Fresh Sherry Butt for 8 Months Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks. Strathmill Distillery was founded in 1892, originally named Glenisla due to its location along the river Isla near Keith. It was renamed Strathmill when the English Gin company W&A Gilbey purchased the distillery in 1895. It has now been owned by Diageo since 1997. Fermentations run long and the two sets of stills feature purifiers to produce a fruity, yet slightly oily spirit character. This Strathmill single malt has been initial matured in a refill Sherry Butt, it was then finished in a fresh Sherry Butt for 8 Months and bottled at 61.2% ABV for the Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Rich espresso, soda stream cola syrup, dense vanilla and dark chocolate coated raisins. Palate: Sweet blueberries, cherries, dark chocolate, vanilla lollies, drying sherry notes. Finish: Sherry, toasted nuts, dark fruits and a hint of new leather. | |
 | Glenrothes 2007 Aged 13 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 59.2% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): N/A Date of Distilling: 2007 Date of Bottling: 2021 Matured In: A Single Refill Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered The Glenrothes Distillery is an award winning Speyside Single Malt Whisky of exceptional quality. A combination of many factors including unusually slow distillation process in tall copper pot stills deliver a characteristic sweet, fruity and elegant spirit. Each expression has its own unique personality, underpinned by the distinctive, hallmark characteristics of the distillery – ripe fruits, citrus, vanilla and an exquisite spicy finish all encased in the creamiest of textures and with a complex and well-poised balance. Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This independently bottled Adelphi was distilled at the Glenrothes Distillery in 2007. It was matured in a refill Sherry butt for no less than 13 years. It is faded bronze in colour and showing moderate beading. Tasting Notes Nose: Opens with a light whiff of sulphur followed by Camp Coffee, espresso martini, porcini mushroom, miso, green tomatoes and crème caramel. Palate: The earthy, savoury palate is swimming with fennel fronds, liquorice, Bovril, brown sugar and mushroom stock. Finish: A lengthy, luscious finish. | |
 | Glenturret (Ruadh Maor) 2010 Aged 10 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 57.8% Age: 10 Year Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: 6358 Date of Distilling: 2010 Matured In: a Marsala Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Glenturret Distillery and left to mature for 10 years in a Marsala Hogshead. It was finished with peated / marsala l before being bottled at 57.8% ABV and marks bottling number 43 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 215 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Smoked meats and spice. Palate: Summer fruit sweetness meets more smokey meats. Finish: Continued sweetness and smoke, hint of spice at the end. About The Bottler Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next.Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. About The Distillery Glenturret is said to be the oldest single Highland malt distillery in Scotland. It was officially established in 1775, though the site dates back to 1717 when there was numerous illicit stills in Glenturret. It was closed in the mid 1920’s and then resurrected in the late 1950’s by Peter Fairlie who repositioned The Macallan brand globally. The distillery is focused on the blended whisky Famous Grouse of which it has a visitors centre named ‘The Famous Grouse Experience’ which attracts over 120,000 visitors annually. Expect a mellow, full bodied and smooth dram. Usually very light in colour with a balance of old oak, sweet honey, fresh fruits and barley. | |
 | Mortlach 2010 Aged 11 Years Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 57.8% Age: 11 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 10 Date of Distilling: 08/02/2010 Date of Bottling: 16/04/2021 Matured In: Refill Hogshead then Finished in a Fresh Sherry Butt for 15 months. Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks. Mortlach was established in 1823 in the wake of the Excise Act. Built on the site of an older illicit distillery Mortlach was the first legal distillery in Dufftown which is the epicentre on Speyside. Now under the ownership on Diageo it plays a very important role in some of the world’s finest blends. This is due to the oily meaty character it has and the mass production. Known as “The Beast of Dufftown” this character is due to its special distillation process resulting in a spirit which has been distilled 2.81 times. Mortlach is again making its mark as a single malt with last years Diageo Special Release bottling selling out in record time. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2010 at the Mortlach distillery before being placed in a refill Hogshead it was then finished in a fresh Sherry Butt for 15 months. In 2021 it was bottled at 57.8% ABV as part of the Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Sultanas and raisins combine with dried dark peels to deliver a big bold fruity aroma, hints of black tea and toasted nuts. Palate: Bold dark fruits combine with rich chocolate notes complimented by Christmas cake spices. Finish: Sticky date pudding, melted dark chocolate and some big bold meaty oils. | |
 | Pulteney 2008 Aged 12 Years Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55.8% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 15 Date of Distilling: 27/05/2008 Date of Bottling: 16/04/2021 Matured In: a Refill Bourbon Barrel then Finished in a Fresh Sherry Butt for 33 months Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks. Founded in 1826 by James Henderson at the height of Wick’s celebrated herring boom, the Pulteney Distillery is one of the most northerly on the British mainland. At a time when road links to the town were yet to be established, the distillery was dependent on the sea for its supply of barley and for the shipping out of its malt whisky. Wick became known for the barrels of silver (herring) and gold (whisky) which left the port in vast numbers. The distillery itself has an absorbing history, with its unique stills defying convention to this day. The wash still, in particular, is a source of fascination to visitors due to the absence of a ‘swan neck’. Legend has it that when the still was delivered it was too tall for the still house and the manager simply decided to cut the top off! The Old Pulteney bottle now incorporates a bulbous neck to reflect the shape of the stills. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2008 at the Pulteney Distillery before being placed in refill Bourbon barrels. It was then finished in a fresh Sherry Butt for 33 months. It was bottled in 2021 at 55.8% ABV as part of the Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection. Our Tasting Notes Nose: This one smells like Christmas, buttery puff pastry, roasted chestnuts, sweet honey and cinnamon. Palate: Dried orchard fruits combine with baking spices and salted caramel. Finish: Toasted nuts, buttery and more baking spices. | |
 | Glenlivet 2006 Aged 14 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 62.2% Age: 14 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 901279 Date of Distilling: 12/12/2006 Date of Bottling: 26/04/2021 Matured In: a 1st Fill Sherry Butt Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks. The Glenlivet Distillery is the only Scottish distillery allowed to call itself THE Glenlivet and has done since 1880 due to other distilleries calling their whisky Glenlivet even though they were not situated in ‘the glen’. The water for this distillery is taken from Josies Well which is a local spring near the distillery. This distillery was founded in 1824 completed in 1858, it currently produces 10,200,000 litres of whisky every year and most of that goes into 6,000,000 bottles of The Glenlivet Single Malt which is Americas largest selling single malt. The rest of the whisky produced is used on owners Pernod Ricard’s blended whiskies. The name The Glenlivet is one of the most renowned whiskies in the world. There are a huge range of bottlings and the rarer ones end up in auction and are a big choice for collectors. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2006 at the Glenlivet Distillery before being placed in 1st fill Sherry Butt and left to mature for no less than 14 years. It was bottled in 2021 at 62.2% ABV as part of the Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Dried dark fruits of plum, fig and raisin combine with honey sweetness and hints of orchard fruits. The oak sits nicely and balances the fruity notes. Palate: Chocolate Swiss roll and stemmed ginger at first there’s big bursts of matured Sherry, liquorice Allsorts and polished oak. Finish: Tobacco and dried dark fruits, cocoa and spiced oak. | |
 | Bunnahabhain 2009 Aged 11 Years Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 68.2% Age: 11 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 900085 Date of Distilling: 17/03/2009 Date of Bottling: 16/02/2021 Matured In: 1st Fill Sherry Butt Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks. The Bunnahabhain Distillery is the most northerly and remote on the island of Islay and was opened in 1883 to make use of excess grain from local farmers. The name Bunnahabhain translates as ‘mouth of the river’ and if you ever visit will see that the distillery is built near the mouth of the River Margadale which flows into the Sound of Islay. Pronounced Bú-na-ha-venn, this Islay Single Malt Scotch whisky is quite distinct from the many others on the island, given the wonderfully gentle taste profile for which it is known. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2009 at the Bunnahabhain Distillery before being placed in a 1st fill Sherry Butt and left to mature for no less than 11 years. It was bottled in 2021 at 68.2% ABV as part of the Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Lots of red fruits, creamy caramel and oak Palate: Cranberries and strawberries, some damp oak and creamy toffee. Finish: Espresso, chocolate and red fruits. | |
 | Aberfeldy 16 Years Old Madeira Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 40% Age: 16 Years Old Country: Scotland The beautiful Aberfeldy Distillery was opened in 1898 by John Dewar and Sons. It sits on the banks of the River Tay, it is also situated by the local railway line which provided a door-to-door link to other areas of the UK. The water source is the local Pitillie Burn and the distillery produces around 2,100,000 litres of whisky every year. The spirit made at this distillery is a major contributor to the very popular Dewars blended whiskies.Robert Burns wrote a famous poem about Aberfeldy called ‘The Banks of Aberfeldy’ and as someone who appreciated a wee dram he would have sampled the wonderful whisky from this distillery. Released as part of Aberfeldy’s duty free offerings this single malt whisky has enjoyed time maturing in ex-bourbon American oak for around 15 years. It was then transferred to a combination of Malmsey and Bual Madeira wine casks to be finished for over a year. Bottled at 40% ABV with a limited amount available. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Honey sweetness and citrus, soft spices and orchard fruits. Palate: Baked apple notes combine with luxurious spices of cinnamon and allspice. There’s vanilla oak and some delicate honey sweetness. Finish: Long and very inviting. Stewed apples and warm honey with exceptionally integrated cinnamon spice. | |
 | Deanston 2008 Aged 12 Years Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky – The Single Malts Of Scotland (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 56.5% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number: 177 Date of Distilling: 27/10/2008 Date of Bottling: 19/03/2021 Matured In: Bourbon Barrel Un-Chillfiltered The Single Malts Of Scotland range is brought to us by London based Elixir Distillers. They specialise in independently bottling Japanese and Scottish whisky but also bottle American and Irish whisky from time to time.The company’s three core whisky brands are Elements of Islay, Port Askaig and The Single Malts of Scotland, while it also bottles navy rum under the Black Tot brand. The Single Malts of Scotland range provides independent bottlings of vintage single malt Scotch from many distilleries and at a variety of ages. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Deanston distillery and left to mature in a Bourbon barrel for no less than 12 years. It was bottled at 56.5% ABV with no chill filtration or colouring. | |
 | Caol Ila 2007 Aged 13 Years Connoisseurs Choice Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Gordon & MacPhail (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland For more than a century, Gordon & MacPhail has been entrusted with new-make spirit from more than 100 Scottish distilleries to mature in their way, using casks made to their exacting specifications. The ‘Distillery Labels’ range is a celebration of these long standing and unique relationships. The history of this range heralds back to their very beginnings – to the days when distillery spirit was produced primarily to be used in blends. Because of the strong working relationships Gordon & MacPhail had with distillery owners, they would bottle and sell the spirit they created as single malt on the condition that they used their ‘house’ label with the caption “bottled by Gordon & MacPhail”. This smoky Caol Ila was distilled in 2007 and spent most of its life maturing in a first fill ex Bourbon barrel before being finished in an ex-Hermitage wine cask. Bottled in April 2021 at 45% ABV. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Dark fruit cake, stewed cherries, sweet smoke and charred oak. Palate: Smoked cured meats, summer pudding and toasted walnuts. Finish: Medium to long with smouldering bonfire embers and rich summer berries. | |
 | Craigellachie 2009 Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Samaroli Cask 900367 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 43% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: 900367 Date of Distilling: 6th of April 2009 Date of Bottling: 10th of November 2021 Matured In: ex-Bourbon hogshead barrels Un-Chillfiltered The Samaroli company was originally founded by Silvano S Samaroli in 1968. He was one of the first dedicated independent bottlers to actively promote cask strength whisky, and is still one of the only companies to tout the beneficial effects of bottle ageing with the much-loved line on the rear labels: ‘Further matures in its bottle’. Through the 1980s Samaroli released dozens of bottlings which are now considered ‘legends’ and are fought over tooth and nail whenever they appear at auction. The artistry of the labels has also proved influential over the years with numerous bottlers taking inspiration from Samaroli’s elegant and artistic style. Silvano S Samaroli sadly passed away in February 2017. Samaroli’s wife, Maryse Accorsi Samaroli is currently supervising the release of his remaining stocks. This single cask was distilled at the Craigellachie Distillery in 2009, it was aged in an ex bourbon Hogshead barrel for 12 years before being bottled at 43% ABV in 2021. Cask number 900367 only produced 489 bottles for world-wide distribution. Bottled with no chillfiltration and no colouring this whisky is a tribute to the arts reflected though Samaroli’s meticulous ageing techniques. Only two bottles available. | |
 | Islay 2014 Aged 7 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Samaroli (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 43% Age: 7 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: 321502, 321505 and 321506 Date of Distilling: 30th of July 2014 Date of Bottling: 9th of November 2021 Matured In: a hand selected first fill ex-Bourbon Barrels Un-Chillfiltered The Samaroli company was originally founded by Silvano S Samaroli in 1968. He was one of the first dedicated independent bottlers to actively promote cask strength whisky, and is still one of the only companies to tout the beneficial effects of bottle ageing with the much-loved line on the rear labels: ‘Further matures in its bottle’. Through the 1980s Samaroli released dozens of bottlings which are now considered ‘legends’ and are fought over tooth and nail whenever they appear at auction. The artistry of the labels has also proved influential over the years with numerous bottlers taking inspiration from Samaroli’s elegant and artistic style. Silvano S Samaroli sadly passed away in February 2017. Samaroli’s wife, Maryse Accorsi Samaroli is currently supervising the release of his remaining stocks. This Samaroli Islay bottling was a small offering produced at the Caol Ila Distillery in 2014. It was matured for 7 years in three seperate first-fill bourbon hogsheads before been vatted and bottled in 2021 with a yield of 1380 bottles. There’s no doubt here that this young Islay whisky has kept all its peaty goodness whilst it’s been maturing away in the best casks possible. Bottled at 43% ABV with no chillfiltration and no colouring this whisky is a tribute to the arts reflected though Samaroli’s meticulous ageing techniques. Only three bottles available. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Oily smoke, smouldering bonfire embers, smoked meats, toasted oak and charred chestnuts. Palate: Cured meats and oily kippers, dried orchard fruits and oven roasted hazelnuts. Finish: Pickled herring, sea salt and soft long lasting smoke. | |
 | Mortlach Aged 13 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 2021 Special Release (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55.9% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland Mortlach was established in 1823 in the wake of the Excise Act. Built on the site of an older illicit distillery Mortlach was the first legal distillery in Dufftown which is the epicentre on Speyside. Now under the ownership on Diageo it plays a very important role in some of the world’s finest blends. This is due to the oily meaty character it has and the mass production. Mortlach is again making its mark as a single malt with last years Diageo Special Release bottling selling out in record time. The 2021 collection, drawn from some of Scotland’s most interesting, legendary distilleries and curated by Master Blender Dr Craig Wilson, portrays the otherworldly beings which have fiercely protected the heartlands of remote Scottish distilleries for an eternity, according to our ancient fables, and the mythical creatures come to life revealing their true characters. Drawn from renowned distilleries, the collection nods to the hidden gems that can be found in each corner of the Scottish terrain amongst the lochs and rugged highlands. The annual, carefully selected line-up highlights the diversity of our most treasured whisky reserves maturing in Scotland. Each whisky will be visually brought to life with heavily detailed illustrations and design work from renowned digital illustrator Ken Taylor. His striking signature style and interpretation of the mythical creatures takes cues from his portfolio of pop culture artwork. Activated through an on-pack QR code, a multi-sensory experience begins with a narration of the cask-strength Single Malts’ tale. Enthusiasts are then guided through a mixed reality tasting experience, designed to captivate their senses and bring a taste of Scotland to their homes. Matured in refill and virgin oak casks for no less than 13 years. Bottled at 55.9% abv and unchillfiltered. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Sweet toffee and red fruits with elements of smokey BBQ sweetness. Palate: Heavy bodied, full of flavour – continued sweetness and spice. Finish: Not overly long lasting, but a light finish. | |
 | Balmenach 2007 Aged 14 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cask #BL721 Hidden Spirits (700ml) Balmenach 2007 Aged 14 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cask #BL721 Hidden Spirits (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 52.9% Age: 14 Years Old Country: Scotland Founded by Andrea Ferrari, Hidden Spirits is a relatively new Italian independent bottler and online whisky shop, which prides itself on the meticulously careful selection of its bottlings. Hidden Spirits has its bottle labels designed by different Italian artists, and offers a variety of expressions under several series: the Highproof Collection of cask strength single casks over eight years of age; the Hidden Spirits Classic collection of single casks of varying strength over eight years of age; and the Young Rebels collection of single casks under eight years old. The Balmenach Distillery was established in 1824 by entrepreneur James McGregor this distillery lies beyond Grantown-on-Spey in the Haughs of Cromdale. This distillery was one of the first to become legitimate after the Licensing Act of 1823. The distillery takes its water supply from the nearby Cromdale Hills and with it produces around 1,800,000 litres of whisky per year which it mainly uses as a contribution to blend Johnnie Walker. With the whisky from this distillery you can expect peat smoke and a very distinctive flavour. Sharpness and a very rare find. This independent bottle by the Hidden Spirits Whisky Company was distilled at the Balmenach distillery in Speyside in 2007. It has been matured in a ex Bourbon cask for 14 years and bottled at 52.9% ABV. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Freshly baked sponge cake, vanilla cream, warm honey with new leather and shaved oak. Palate: Buttery Scottish shortbread, soft nutmeg which leads to lemon citrus and toasted walnuts. Finish: Citrus and vanilla with a hint of oak. | |
 | Woodford Reserve Masters Collection American Oak Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 45.2% Age: No Age Statement Country: America Formerly known as the Old Oscar Pepper Distillery and before that the Labrot & Graham Distillery. The Woodford Reserve Distillery sits eight miles from Versailles in Kentucky in the United States of America. The distillery was originally founded in 1812 and has had its operations halted a number of times through its long history. Registered on the National Register of Historic Places, and is designated as a National Historic Landmark for its well-preserved distillery architecture and its role in the development of the bourbon industry. Today the distillery produces mainly bourbon and rye with the addition of some wheat whiskey. There are also many limited releases each year using specially distilled spirit. At Woodford it’s all about the wood used in maturation and where the wood has been sourced. Northern oak, Appalachian oak and Ozark oak, which have very different growing styles and conditions are adopted by the Woodford Distillery. This gives Woodford its unique flavour and recognisable aromas. The perfectly balanced taste of Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is comprised of more than 200 detectable flavour notes, from bold grain and wood, to sweet aromatics, spice, and fruit & floral notes. This is the Masters Collection limited release, American Oak, bottled at 45.2% ABV Our Tasting Notes Nose: Mint chocolates, orange cocoa truffles, vanilla and some spicy oak. Palate: Bold and chewy, vanilla fudge, dark caramel, chocolate orange and oak spice. Finish: Smooth and delicious, long with spice and oak. | |
 | Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Select Tennessee Whiskey (700ml) Volume: 1000ml ABV: 45% Age: No Age Statement Country: America Established in 1866 by founder Jasper Newton “Jack” Daniel, Jack Daniel Distillery would be the first registered distillery in the United States. The distillery would open right next to Jack Daniel’s prime resource: the mineral-rich Cave Spring Hollow. in 1904 Jack Daniel’s “Old No 7” wins a Gold Medal at the World’s Fair in St Louis, the first of 7 Gold Medals it would win, it has been the standard for Tennessee Whisky and a go-to for millions ever since. Japser “Jack” Daniel died in 1906 after not being able to open his safe at work, kicking it in frustration and breaking his toe. The injury worsened and deteriorated, ultimately cause his death. Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Select was produced to honour the memory and 50 years of connection between Frank Sinatra, and his favourite drink, Jack Daniels. Bottled in a generous 1L bottle at 45% ABV. | |
 | La Cofradia Torre De Picos Reposado Tequila (750ml) Volume: 750ml ABV: 40% Age: No Age Statement Country: Mexico. Style: Organic For over 50 years, La Cofradia have been distilling and bottling Tequila and it is with this length of experience that has made them one of the finest and best in the market. Producing top quality products with high quality agave using traditional methods but in a modern industrial plant. Their tequilas are bottled in blown glass or ceramic bottles. La Cofradia (NOM 1137) was the original distillery that produced the now much sought after Clase Azul Tequila. Torre de Picos edition is packaged in a ceramic bottle, which is heated and created in ovens at 1260° Celsius. Each bottle is a work of art is hand painted by artisans in Mexico as a gift for you. Torre de Picos obtains its name because of the pattern of the design painted on the bottle. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Agave, toffee sweetness, salty and briny. Palate: Soft agave, caramel and sea salt. Finish: Warm and peppery. | |
 | Mars Maltage “Cosmo” Wine Cask Finish Japanese Blended Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 43% Age: No Age Statement Country: Japan Mars Shinshu (to give it it’s full name) is a three hour drive northwest towards the Southern Alps. The distillery sits at 800 metres (2625 ft) which makes it the highest distillery in Japan. Better known as Mars distillery, it opened in 1985 using stills made for a mothballed distillery called Yamananashi. The distillery then closed in 1992 and the reopened again in 2011. It is now newly renovated and looking very modern and clean. Barrels are stored onsite and in other regions of Japan to help experience less fluctuation in temperature. This limited edition whisky from Mars was released by Hombo Shuzo who also operates a winery in Yamanashi prefecture in Japan, most likely where the barrels were acquired. The barrels have created a whisky that is a rich red colour that expresses lots of red fruits and some exciting spice. A 2020 release bottled at 43% abv. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Summer red fruits of cherries, strawberries and raspberries. Vanilla sponge and soft spice. Palate: Orange marmalade, macerated cherries, toasted oats, honey sweetness and bold spice.Charred pineapple, banana sweeties, vanilla slice and dark chocolate. Citrus and red summer fruits, maritime notes and pistachio. Finish: Citrus and oak leads to plenty of fruity notes and spice. | |
 | Blair Athol 2006 Aged 14 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #25 (700ml) Cask Number: 6132 Date of Distilling: 2006 Matured In: Finished in an ex Sauternes wine cask Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Blair Athol Distillery is located near Pitlochry in the Highlands of Scotland. Blair Athol was originally the estate village of the picturesque Blair Castle, at whose gates the distillery now stands. The distillery was licensed in 1825, on the site of an older distillery, and was purchased by Arthur Bell and Sons in 1933. Since then the distillery was purchased by the Guinness Group in 1985. Running 4 stills, the distillery produces approximately 2,300,000 litres annually. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Blair Athol Distillery. It was finished in an ex Sauternes wine cask for a period. Bottled at 50.6% abv and marks bottling number 25 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 281 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Orchard fruits of apple and apricot, vanilla caramel and dried dark fruits of plum and fig. Palate: A big bold whisky, orchard fruits are incredible, like a fruit punch. Apple strudel and cinnamon, brown sugar and allspice, citrus and rich. Finish: A mouth tingling fruity and sweet dram. | |
 | Stagg Jr Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey 65.1% ABV (750ml) Volume: 750ml ABV: 65.1% Age: No Age Statement Country: America This strong and full bodied Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey from the Buffalo Trace Distillery pulls no punches. It’s full and flavoursome and bottled at a bold 65.1% ABV. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Scorched sugar, citrus, vanilla and a faint whiff of oak Taste: lots of spice, and a subtle sweetness. Like Dark Chocolate with chilli. Slight cherry fruitiness towards the end Finish: Long, lasting finish, still spicy, but sweeter that the palate. | |
 | Glen Moray – Glenlivet 1992 Aged 24 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cadenhead (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 50.9% Age: 24 Years Old Country: Scotland Distilled: 1992 Bottled: 2017 Matured In: 3 x Bourbon Hogsheads Un-Chillfiltered Scotch Whisky is known the world-over by the Brand names of large blending companies. These blends are the mixture of the products of various distilleries which were originally independent family owned units. Until the middle of the 20th century there were many small firms that bottled and sold the pure product of the local distilleries. Since Victorian times the firm of William Cadenhead has provided this service. However a diminution of public interest caused the small bottling companies to close down. Only a small handful of distilleries still remain in the ownership of their founding families and even fewer of the bottling companies remain active, William Cadenhead is one of the notable survivors. Recent revival of interest in the whisky from different single distilleries has caused a surge of new firms to emerge. Many do not actually control their bottling operations and unfortunately feel it necessary to invest fictitious ancestries. However William Cadenhead has a well established pedigree and the experience of over one and a half centuries ensures that our customers can truly rely on what we put in a bottle. They guarantee that they never chill-filter or chemically alter the products that they bottle nor do they add colouring agents. Each of their bottlings of whisky, and indeed of their rums and cognacs, comes from an individually selected cask. This cask strength single malt whisky was distilled at the Glen Moray Distillery before being placed in three ex-Bourbon Hogsheads and left to mature for no less than 24 years. In 2017 it was bottled at 50.9% abv as part of the Cadenhead’s Small Batch Series. This is also a Cadenhead’s 175th Anniversary bottling, the perfect present for anyone turning 30 Years of Age in 2022! Our Tasting Notes Nose: Freshly baked sponge cake, lemon citrus, soft stone fruits and under ripe bananas. Palate: Sweet tropical fruits, lemon citrus, creamy vanilla and some Manuka honey. Finish: Long, oaky with Manuka honey and soft citrus notes. | |
 | Dailuaine 2008 Aged 13 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #49 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 56.5% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: 306833 Date of Distilling: 2008 Matured In: Refill Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Dailuaine Distillery derives from the Scottish Gaelic ‘An dail uaine’ meaning ‘green valley’. This distilleries whiskies are rarely seen and sought after when they are available. Owners Diageo use the malt from the distillery in blends, mainly Johnnie Walker. Only the best casks make it out to be independently bottled. Available usually at cask strength as a vintage or aged statement. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Dailuaine Distillery before being placed in an ex-Bourbon Refill Hogshead barrel in 2008 and left to mature for 13 years. It was bottled at 56.5% abv and marks bottling number 49 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 250 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Freshly cut Valencia oranges, toasted crushed nuts, vanilla and cinnamon. Palate: Pancakes with warm currants and sultanas, tropical fruit juice, garden herbs and slightly medicinal oak. Finish: Long with raw fruit cake mix, almonds and fresh peppery notes. | |
 | Fettercairn 2007 Aged 14 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #70 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55.2% Age: 14 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number: 1823 Date of Distilling: 2007 Matured In: a single Oloroso Sherry Puncheon Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Fettercairn Distillery is situated in the small Scottish town of Fettercairn, very close to the Cairngorm Mountain range in Scotland’s Eastern Highland district. The distillery has an open topped mash tun, wooden washbacks and small stills. The spirit produced between 1995 and 2009 had a rather heavy and nutty style that was until a cooling ring was attached to the top of the swan neck. This cooling ring sprays cold water down the sides of the still which aids reflux and helps produce a lighter style spirit. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Fettercairn Distillery before being placed in an ex-Oloroso Sherry Puncheon in 2007 and left to mature for 14 years. It was bottled at 55.2% abv and marks bottling number 70 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 622 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Raisin toast with salted butter, baking spices and whisky soaked dark fruits with earthy oak. Palate: Fig and dates, raisins and sultanas, pickled ginger, roasted coffee beans and rich tea biscuits. Finish: Long with milk chocolate, sweet malted barley, orchard fruits and a slight hint of vegetable consomme. | |
 | Vega Aged 22 Years Blended Scotch Malt Whisky – North Star (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46.7% Age: 28 Years Old Country: Scotland Date of Distilling: September 1990 Date of Bottling: February 2019 Matured In: Various Casks Un-Chillfiltered This is the fourth edition of Vega blended malt from North Star Spirits. Aged for at least 28 years and bottled in February 2019. According to North Star Spirits, Vega will replace Polaris as our North Star in 11,000 years. Only 800 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. | |
 | Benrinnes 2000 Aged 18 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cadenhead’s (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 57.5% Age: 18 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): N/A Date of Distilling: 2000 Date of Bottling: 2018 Matured In: three ex Bourbon Hogsheads Un-Chillfiltered Scotch Whisky is known the world-over by the brand names of large blending companies. These blends are the mixture of the products of various distilleries which were originally independent family owned units. Until the middle of the 20th century there were many small firms that bottled and sold the pure product of the local distilleries. Since Victorian times the firm of William Cadenhead has provided this service. However a diminution of public interest caused many of the small bottling companies to close down. Only a small handful of distilleries still remain in the ownership of their founding families and even fewer of the bottling companies remain active, William Cadenhead is one of the notable survivors The Benrinnes Distillery first produced spirit back in 1826 and was known originally between 1974 and 2007 for producing a partially triple distilled spirit. The distillery itself has been through a tough time, fires and floods have meant it has been rebuilt a number of times and been through a few owners. The distillery is now owned by Diageo and it is used for their well known blends. This independent bottle by Cadenhead’s has been matured in four ex-Bourbon Barrels for 18 years and bottled at 57.5% abv with no chillfiltration. It was distilled in 2000 and bottled in 2018. Only 546 bottles were produced off this very tasty whisky. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Big bold fruity notes, tropical fruits of mango, pineapple and coconut, red berries and white chocolate. Palate: More tropical fruits, peaches and apricots, creamy anglaise and some fresh passionfruit. Finish: Long and syrupy fruity notes. | |
 | Campbeltown Aged 8 Years Blended Scotch Malt Whisky – North Star (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55.1% Age: 8 Years Old Country: Scotland Date of Distilling: April 2014 Date of Bottling: November 2022 Matured In: Four port octaves and 4 oloroso octaves Un-Chillfiltered North Star Spirits is an independent bottler based in Glasgow, Scotland. They pride themselves on bottling the finest single malt Scotch whisky, blended whisky and blended malt Scotch whisky. Producing artisan single cask whisky from various regions of Scotland as well as bottling rums, gins and Bourbon whiskey. All products are small batch, bottled at cask strength. This whisky is an amazing blend combining single malts distilled in 2014 from many undisclosed Campbeltown distilleries. Matured for eight years in a combo of Port and oloroso sherry octaves, before being bottled at 55.1% ABV. Only 434 bottles worldwide. Tasting Notes: Nose: Canned peaches, freshly baked apple pie with heavy cream Pallet: Stone fruits and spice, elements of sweetness and tobacco Nose: Sweet red berries | |
 | Woodford Reserve Masters Collection Cherry Wood Smoked Barley Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 45.2% Age: No Age Statement Country: America Formerly known as the Old Oscar Pepper Distillery and before that the Labrot & Graham Distillery. The Woodford Reserve Distillery sits eight miles from Versailles in Kentucky in the United States of America. The distillery was originally founded in 1812 and has had its operations halted a number of times through its long history. Registered on the National Register of Historic Places, and is designated as a National Historic Landmark for its well-preserved distillery architecture and its role in the development of the bourbon industry. Today the distillery produces mainly bourbon and rye with the addition of some wheat whiskey. There are also many limited releases each year using specially distilled spirit. At Woodford it’s all about the wood used in maturation and where the wood has been sourced. Northern oak, Appalachian oak and Ozark oak, which have very different growing styles and conditions are adopted by the Woodford Distillery. This gives Woodford its unique flavour and recognisable aromas. The perfectly balanced taste of Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is comprised of more than 200 detectable flavour notes, from bold grain and wood, to sweet aromatics, spice, and fruit & floral notes. This Masters Collection limited release is the 12th release in the series and has used malt that had been smoked with cherry wood during the kilning process. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Brown sugar, notes of pine and forrest berries Palate: More brown sugar, malt and sweet cherry, mild smoke and spice Finish: Mild smoky finish | |
 | Glen Rothes 1997 Aged 22 Years Ibisco Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Glen Rothes 1997 Aged 22 Years Ibisco Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 43% Age: 22 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 6370 Date of Distilling: 11/04/1997 Date of Bottling: 06/08/2019 Matured In: a single Sherry Butt This single malt whisky was distilled in 1997 at the Glen Rothes distillery before being placed in an ex-Sherry Butt and left to mature for 22 years. In August 2019 it was bottled at 43% abv in a stylish Ibisco decanter. Only 585 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Christmas spice and apple pie with toasted almonds Palate: Plenty of oak, red fruits and stewed orchard fruits. A little nutty too. Finish: Berry jam and stewed apples with a touch of spice. | |
 | Benrinnes 10 Years Old 2009 Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55.9% Age: 10 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): N/A Date of Distilling: 2009 Date of Bottling: 2020 Matured In: First Fill Sherry Cask Un-Chillfiltered The Benrinnes Distillery first produced spirit back in 1826 and was known originally between 1974 and 2007 for producing a partially triple distilled spirit. The distillery itself has been through a tough time, fires and floods have meant it has been rebuilt a number of times and been through a few owners. The distillery is now owned by Diageo and it is used for their well known blends. It was first well known though for producing spirit for use in Crawford’s blended whiskies and was known for its 15 year old vintage. Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2009 at the Benrinnes distillery before being placed in a first fill Sherry cask and left to mature for 10 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 55.9% abv as part of the Adelphi Selection. The Benrinnes distillery is known for producing whisky that is meaty and and heavy, think Dailuaine, Mortlach and Cragganmore. Only 589 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Tasting Notes Nose: Stewed orchard fruits and dark chocolate buttons. Palate: Chocolate orange combines with dark berries and festive spice. Finish: Dark chocolate filled with good quality Sherry. | |
 | Loch Lomond 2005 Croftengea 14 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #5 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 57.1% Age: 14 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number: 102 Date of Distilling: 2005 Matured In: Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Independently owned Loch Lomond Company currently own this large distillery which produces around 2,500,000 litres of whisky per year. There are 8 single malts currently produced from this distillery Loch Lomond, Old Rusdhu, Inchmurrin and Croftengea are the main bottling labels you would tend to discover. Croftengea is named to signify the most heavily peated whisky in the releases. This distillery was first known as the Littlemill Distillery and was established in 1965 but a distillery was known to be on the site or there abouts back in 1814. This distillery tends to bring you wonderful notes of vanilla and fresh cereals, spicy and ginger with some peppery flavours. A very refreshing whisky on the palate. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Loch Lomond Distillery before being placed in an ex-Bourbon American oak Hogshead barrel in 2005 and left to mature for 14 years. It was bottled at 57.1% abv and marks bottling number 5 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 277 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Freshly cut grass and humid forests, iced doughnuts and toffee sweetness. Palate: Poached apple and sesame seeds, burnt toffee and cinnamon spice. Finish: Herbal with vanilla and basil. | |
 | GlenAllachie 2008 Single Cask Australian Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 56.3% Age: 10 Years Old Country: Scotland GlenAllachie Distillery was built in Aberlour in 1967 and was a result of the United States led whisky boom around the world. Following two decades of operation the distillery was purchased by Invergordon Distillers, who then flipped the distillery over to Pernod Ricard after owning it for four years. During this time the distillery was mostly closed. In July 2017 Pernod Ricard was sold to The GlenAllachie Distillers Company which was owned and operated by former BenRiach Master Distiller Billy walker who has a very impressive resume in the whisky industry. It was then the distillery was given a capital ‘A’ in tradition that GlenDronach and BenRiach had been given a few years before. Bill Walker now has a distillery full of whisky with big fruity characteristics to play with and we are already seeing some spectacular bottlings emerging from the distillery. GlenAllachie’s new core range was released in June 2018 and it has been a hit so far amongst whisky connoisseurs. This once off never to be repeated Australian Exclusive bottling of GlenAllachie has been the talk of the town. Distilled in November 2008 it has spent 10 years maturing in a virgin oak cask. This is a very rare cask to use when maturing single malt whisky in Scotland and more distilleries are trying their hand at using this sort of cask. What Billy Walker has achieved here is pure genius and we should only hope that they repeat this style of whisky again but in larger numbers. Only 270 bottles available. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Spice and vanilla lead to ripe bananas, date and figs and some dark chocolate covered shortbread. Palate: It’s all about that vanilla and spice, the combination with tropical fruits and dried dark fruity flavours in truly unique. Finish: Dark chocolate and heavy oak but very well balanced. | |
 | Breath of Speyside 2006 Aged 11 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV:58.4% Age: 11 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): N/A Date of Distilling: 2006 Date of Bottling: 2018 Matured In: first fill Spanish Oloroso ex-Sherry butt Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2006 at an undisclosed distillery before being placed in a first fill Spanish Oloroso ex-Sherry butt and left to mature for 11 years. In 2018 it was bottled at 58.4% abv as part of the Adelphi Breath of Speyside series. Only 568 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Apples and pears, dark toffee, sweet sherry and leather. Palate: Dark toffee and orchard fruits, dark chocolate and vanilla caramels. Finish: Oak, leather and cocoa. | |
 | Inchgower 2007 Aged 12 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Cask Number(s): 801246 Date of Distilling: 2007 Date of Bottling: 2020 Matured In: a single Refill Oloroso Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2007 at the Inchgower Distillery before being placed in a single a single Refill Oloroso Sherry Butt and left to mature for 12 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 55.8% abv as part of the Adelphi Selection Series. Only 561 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. | |
 | Longrow Red Aged 13 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon Matured (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 51.6% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland The first distillation of Longrow was carried out as an experiment when the Springbank Chairman set out to prove that it was possible to produce an Islay-style single malt whisky on the mainland. This experiment produced a whisky so special that Longrow was distilled again a few years later and has become an important part of the Mitchell’s portfolio, with regular distillation having taken place since 1992. The barley used in the production of Longrow is entirely peat dried, giving the whisky a wonderfully smokey, peaty character, Longrow is also double distilled. The entire process is carried out at the Springbank Distillery in Campbeltown, Scotland. The whisky is named after the old Longrow distillery which stood adjacent to Springbank and Longrow CV is the latest addition to the range, complementing the existing 10 and 14 year old bottling’s. The Longrow Red releases have become one of the most sought after annual releases on the whisky calendar. The use of unusual and extremely complimentary barrel in the maturation process make even tasting this whisky a luxury. In the past we have seen Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Port, Australian Shiraz casks and Pinot Cask from New Zealand being used to mature the Longrow red bottling’s. The only problem the whisky world has it that only around 100 casks are filled each year for Longrow Red releases making the whisky extremely hard to come by. This Longrow Red has spent ten years in a combination of ex Bourbon and ex Sherry casks, it was then transferred for a final three years maturation in Cabernet Sauvignon barrels sourced from MontGras’ Intriga Estate in Alto Maipo, which is situated at the foot of the Andes in Chile. Only 9000 bottles are available for worldwide distribution and our allocation for Australia was extremely low. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Stewed red fruits and toasted oak, rich and creamy with festive spices. Palate: Apple crumble and custard, earthy smoke, salted caramel, cherries and blackberry jam. Finish: Extremely long with garden herbs, dark chocolate and tobacco leaves. | |
 | Brandy 1993 Aged 27 Years – Thompson Bros (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 52.3% Age: 27 Years Old Country: France/frScotland Not content with establishing one of the World’s leading whisky bars in Dornoch, brothers Phil and Simon Thompson have upped their ambitions and started making their own whisky and gin on-site at Dornoch Castle Hotel, forming Dornoch’s first whisky distillery. Thompson Bros at Dornoch Distillery was founded following a successful initial crowdfunding round in 2016 which saw 250 whisky lovers from all over the world eagerly put their hands in their pockets to secure hotly anticipated casks of new make spirit from Dornoch Distillery. A remarkably successful 2017 saw the team lay down casks of future single malt whisky and launch Thompson Brother’s Organic Highland Gin, available in 11 international markets. The success of Thompson Bros Organic Highland Gin and the need for more production, storage and distilling space led to the brothers launching the second round of crowdfunding in summer 2018 with the aim of expanding into a larger more versatile site. This independently bottled Brandy was distilled in France in 1993 and bottled in Scotland at 27 years old. Only 409 bottles for worldwide distribution were produced. Tasting Notes Oily toasted nuts, namely walnut, with prickles of cinnamon leading into lots of dried fruit and cooked plum. | |
 | Lark Double Tawny Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 46% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia The Lark story is not so much about the distillery but the man behind he distillery and for that matter behind the seed of Australian Whisky distilling as we know it today. Bill Lark realised that that everything you need for a world-class whisky was in Tasmania – rich fields of barley, an abundance of wonderfully pure soft water, highland peat bogs, and the perfect climate to bring all the ingredients together in a marriage of science, art and passion. The vision of producing Tasmanian malt whisky was born on a trout fishing trip in the highlands of Tasmania. Bill’s father in-law Max produced a wonderful bottle of single malt, and as they enjoyed a drink in the park at Bothwell, surrounded by Georgian buildings, barley fields and the gentle flowing of the Clyde River, Bill remarked to Max, “I wonder why there isn’t anyone making malt whisky in Tasmania”. This single malt whisky was distilled at Lark’s Coal Valley Distillery. Taking the signature Classic Cask single malt to new heights, the Double Tawny is full of bold tawny flavours of rich, dark fruits. Bottled at 46% ABV Official Tasting Notes Nose: Strong and fruity, tawny, chocolate and toffee notes with a subtle hint of oak Taste: Creamy vanilla, citrus, and stronger sense of oak and toffee caramel. Finish: dark fruits and berries, a hint of smoke | |
 | The Macallan 2021 Classic Cut Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 51% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland You can almost hear the heartbeat of whisky as Macallan lies in the central district of whisky making territory. This distillery which was built in 1824 near the river Spey in a tranquil Speyside setting is owned by Edrington & William Grant & Sons. Now Macallan 50 Years Old is most famous for being James Bond’s favourite dram so something special is truly happening behind the closed doors of this distillery which is magical. Macallan is a name in whisky that is held at the highest regard and delivers time and time again. This single malt whisky was carefully crafted by the Whisky Mastery Team to showcase the role of ex-bourbon American oak casks in the Macallan portfolio. The expression perfectly combines sweet lightness brought by these casks with depth and complexity from The Macallan’s renowned sherry seasoned American oak casks, to uncover a new, uniquely heightened flavour experience. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Orange oil and creamy vanilla, orchard fruits and toasted almonds with some ginger spice. Palate: Freshly cooked sponge, ginger snap biscuits, vanilla anglaise and cinnamon spice. Finish: Medium to long with spiced orchard fruits and soft spice. | |
 | Miltonduff 2009 Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #83 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 58.6% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number: 6342 Date of Distilling: 2009 Matured In: Sauternes Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next.Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Milton distillery was founded in the grounds of Pluscarden Abbey, six miles south of Elgin. It became known as Milton of Duff (and later just Miltonduff) when the Duff family bought the land. The area was a favourite with illicit distillers and founders Andrew Peary and Robert Bain may have been distilling prior to buying a license in 1824. They ran the distillery until it was purchased by William Stuart in 1866. In 2005, Allied was acquired by Pernod Ricard and Miltonduff became part of their Chivas Brothers portfolio. Official bottlings of Miltonduff are rare but independently bottled single cask expressions are becoming more common. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Miltonduff Distillery and left to mature for 12 years in a Sauternes Hogshead before being bottled at 58.6% ABV and marks bottling number 83 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 304 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Cocoa and caramel with hints of pepper and cloves. Palate: Sweet poached fruits, hot chocolate and fresh fruitcake. Finish: Peppery and with a lot of spice, hints of dried apricots. | |
 | Clynelish 2011 Aged 10 Years Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky – The Single Malts Of Scotland (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 60.8% Age: 10 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number: 110000395 Date of Distilling: 19/04/22 Matured In: A Single Barrel Un-Chillfiltered The Single Malts Of Scotland range is brought to us by London based Elixir Distillers. They specialise in independently bottling Japanese and Scottish whisky but also bottle American and Irish whisky from time to time.The company’s three core whisky brands are Elements of Islay, Port Askaig and The Single Malts of Scotland, while it also bottles navy rum under the Black Tot brand. The Single Malts of Scotland range provides independent bottlings of vintage single malt Scotch from many distilleries and at a variety of ages. Built in 1967 adjacent to the first operational Clynelish distillery which was built in 1819. In the 1960’s most of the Clynelish spirit was finding its way into blends so to meet demand they required a much larger facility. The two distilleries ran side by side and were known as Clynelish A and Clynelish B but after about a year the original distillery was closed. It was then reopened in 1969 due to the demand for peated whisky to make Johnnie Walker blends. This was due to Caol Ila distillery facing a drought and closed for a year for refurbishments.The original distillery was named Brora and boasted peated whisky to the strength of between 30-35 Phenol Parts per Million. Brora ran till 1983 but is not highly sought after. The Clynelish Distillery is still to this day one of the most essential whiskies going into the Johnnie Walker blends. This single malt was distilled at Clynelish Distillery before being matured for 10 years in an ex-bourbon barrel and bottled at 60.8% ABV. One of only 224 Bottles produced world wide. Tasting Notes Nose: Butter cakes, vanilla and hints of fresh apples. Taste: Vanilla custard and freshly stewed apples spiced with nutmeg and clove. Finsih: Clean, short finish with green apple notes | |
 | Glenrothes 2009 Aged 11 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #26 (700ml) Cask Number: 6343 Date of Distilling: 2009 Matured In: Finished a Pedro Ximénez sherry cask Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Glenrothes Distillery is an award winning Speyside Single Malt Whisky of exceptional quality. A combination of many factors including unusually slow distillation process in tall copper pot stills deliver a characteristic sweet, fruity and elegant spirit. Each expression has its own unique personality, underpinned by the distinctive, hallmark characteristics of the distillery – ripe fruits, citrus, vanilla and an exquisite spicy finish all encased in the creamiest of textures and with a complex and well-poised balance. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Glenrothes Distillery. It was finished in a Pedro Ximénez sherry cask for a period. Bottled at 59.1% abv and marks bottling number 26 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 611 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Roast espresso and sweet butterscotch with some added toffee sweetness. Sweet dark fruits with cherries, dates, prunes. Mandarine peels and dark molasses with some soft nuttiness. Spicy on the nose with ginger and black pepper warmth along with some cinnamon spice. Palate: Dark fruits of sweet PX soaked raisins. Citrus peels and a hint of treacle pudding. Dark bitter chocolate and some espresso coffee with a dusting of cinnamon. Tobacco leaves and new leather leads to freshly cracked black pepper. Finish: Chocolate covered raisins, cooling menthol, Orange citrus and Christmas spices. | |
 | Chief’s Son Cask Expression CX-R3 Imperial Stout Australian Single Malt Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 47.85% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia Established in 2013 by Stuart and Naomi McIntosh the distillery is located in Somerville on the Mornington Peninsula. For the McIntosh family whisky has been a common thread throughout the ages. For the past 500 years of their family’s long history, whisky has been at the epicentre of love and laughter, life and death, tears and triumphs. The surname, McIntosh, or Mhic an Tòisich in Scottish Gaelic actually means ‘Son of the Chief’. This battle honour was awarded to the family 900 years ago for ongoing loyalty to the Chiefs of Alba (Kings of Scotland).Many years ago the following words were scribed by Stuart’s father, Alasdair McIntosh, resulting in the richest whisky research and planning trip that directly resulted in the establishment of Chief’s Son Distillery.“My grandparents passed the love of whisky through my parents to me and I want to make sure my children pass it onto their children.” An incredible marriage between a Brewery and a Distillery. The Old French Oak barrel used to mature the stunning Mornington Peninsula Brewery’s ‘Russian Imperial Stout’ was then used to house the boldest 900 Standard Single Malt Whisky. The result is so, so stunning, creating a Single Malt Whisky of incredible intensity and balance, yet exhibiting the smoothness and depth of stout. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Brown sugar, dry sherry, new leather and tobacco leaf. Palate: Toasted malted barley, dark chocolate and bold sherry oak. Finish: Long with chocolate and plenty of stout notes. | |
 | Blair Athol 2006 Aged 15 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #75 (700ml) Cask Number: 6135 Date of Distilling: 2006 Matured In: a single Virgin Oak barrel or New Oak Barrel Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Blair Athol Distillery is located near Pitlochry in the Highlands of Scotland. Blair Athol was originally the estate village of the picturesque Blair Castle, at whose gates the distillery now stands. The distillery was licensed in 1825, on the site of an older distillery, and was purchased by Arthur Bell and Sons in 1933. Since then the distillery was purchased by the Guinness Group in 1985. Running 4 stills, the distillery produces approximately 2,300,000 litres annually. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Blair Athol Distillery before being placed in a Virgin Oak barrel in 2006 and left to mature for 15 years. Bottled at 52.7% abv and marks bottling number 75 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 187 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution and has been exclusively been bottled for importer Whisky & Dreams. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Tropical fruits of banana, coconut, pineapple and mango which is then followed by malty cereal notes, digestive biscuits or even ANZAC biscuits. Hints of caramel sweetness and vanilla yoghurt. Palate: Malted barley, fresh muesli and oak is then met with citrus, summer berries and dried stone fruits. Some milky sweetness and new leather is there also. Finish: Medium with lemon meringue pie, malted barley and roasted middle eastern spices. | |
 | Deanston 2009 Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #72 (700ml) Cask Number: 6346 Date of Distilling: 2009 Matured In: a single Sauternes Wine Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Deanston Distillery is located on the banks of the River Teith, eight miles from the town of Stirling. It is the largest distillery owned by Burn Stewart Distillers Ltd, who also own Bunnahabhain Distillery and Tobermory distillery. Deanston Distillery was traditionally a working mill but was transformed into a distillery in 1966. The constant supply of pure water from the River Teith contributed to the decision to turn the mill into a distillery and Deanston is now one of only a handful of distilleries in Scotland to be self-sufficient in electricity, with power generated by an onsite hydro-electroc facility. Deanston sits in the Highland single malt region of Scotland and produces whisky which is handmade by ten local craftsmen. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Deanston Distillery before being placed in a ex-Sauternes Wine Hogshead barrel in 2009 and left to mature for 12 years. Bottled at 57.9% abv and marks bottling number 72 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 277 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Apricot danish and toasted fruit bread, milk chocolate and orange oil, dark toffee and toasted oak. Palate: Rich malty notes, bold sultanas and raisins with creamy vanilla milk chocolate, butterscotch and toasted nuts. Finish: Long with apricots and mixed spice and sticky date pudding sauce. | |
 | Hazelburn 2007 Aged 13 Years Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Oloroso Sherry Cask Matured (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 50.3% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scottish The newest addition to the range of whiskies produced at Springbank, Hazelburn gains its light, delicate character through being distilled three times in the distillery’s old copper stills. Hazelburn is made with un-peated barley, making the spirit light, fruity and very, very subtle. 1997 saw the first distillation of Hazelburn and the first release of the whisky was an eight year old in 2005. It so successful that all 6,000 bottles sold out within a matter of weeks. Like Longrow, Hazelburn is named after one of the old Campbeltown distilleries. Most of the distillery buildings are still standing, though the distillery is long defunct. A small batch release single malt from Campbeltown which has been matured for 13 years in Oloroso Sherry casks. Hazelburn is a non peated whisky from the Springbank distillery on Scotland’s West Coast. Distilled in June 2007 and bottled on September 2020 at 50.3% abv. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Bursting with red fruits and dark chocolate, some mocha and toasted almonds. Palate: Dark chocolate coated dried oranges, summer berries, orchard fruits of apple and apricot with peppery spice and balanced oak. Finish: Christmas Pudding meets Summer pudding and shortbread biscuits. | |
 | The Singleton of Glendullan Aged 19 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 2021 Special Release (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55.1% Age: 19 Years Old Country: Scotland The Singleton was originally established as a threesome of single malts. The Singleton of Glen Ord was produced as Diageo’s ‘green grassy’ malt which was reserved for Asia. The Singleton of Glendullan a fruity slightly grassy whisky for the US and Canada The Singleton of Dufftown a nutty, spicy which which was for the European market. Due to the demand for each item these whiskies are all available globally. A key driver in Diageo’s single malt portfolio The Singleton malts are well worth exploring. The 2021 collection, drawn from some of Scotland’s most interesting, legendary distilleries and curated by Master Blender Dr Craig Wilson, portrays the otherworldly beings which have fiercely protected the heartlands of remote Scottish distilleries for an eternity, according to our ancient fables, and the mythical creatures come to life revealing their true characters. Drawn from renowned distilleries, the collection nods to the hidden gems that can be found in each corner of the Scottish terrain amongst the lochs and rugged highlands. The annual, carefully selected line-up highlights the diversity of our most treasured whisky reserves maturing in Scotland. Each whisky will be visually brought to life with heavily detailed illustrations and design work from renowned digital illustrator Ken Taylor. His striking signature style and interpretation of the mythical creatures takes cues from his portfolio of pop culture artwork. Activated through an on-pack QR code, a multi-sensory experience begins with a narration of the cask-strength Single Malts’ tale. Enthusiasts are then guided through a mixed reality tasting experience, designed to captivate their senses and bring a taste of Scotland to their homes. Distilled and left to mature in refill American oak casks before being finished in Cognac casks for a total maturation of 19 years. Bottled at 54.6% abv and non chilfiltered. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Brandy and cognac first up, with oaky spice, dried fruits and coffee notes coming through. Palate: Lots of spice, creamy toffee, lighter aromatic notes. Finish: Long finish continued spice with a hint of citrus. | |
 | Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection Brandy Cask Finish Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 45.2% Age: No Age Statement Country: America. Series No: 11 Formerly known as the Old Oscar Pepper Distillery and before that the Labrot & Graham Distillery. The Woodford Reserve Distillery sits eight miles from Versailles in Kentucky in the United States of America. The distillery was originally founded in 1812 and has had its operations halted a number of times through its long history. Registered on the National Register of Historic Places, and is designated as a National Historic Landmark for its well-preserved distillery architecture and its role in the development of the bourbon industry. Today the distillery produces mainly bourbon and rye with the addition of some wheat whiskey. There are also many limited releases each year using specially distilled spirit. At Woodford it’s all about the wood used in maturation and where the wood has been sourced. Northern oak, Appalachian oak and Ozark oak, which have very different growing styles and conditions are adopted by the Woodford Distillery. This gives Woodford its unique flavour and recognisable aromas. Each year, the folks behind Woodford Reserve release an experimental whiskey as part of their Master’s Collection. For 2016, they produced a bourbon which has finished in American brandy casks. Has anyone else created this before? Bottled at 45.2% abv or 90.4 proof and offered in a distinctive 700ml bottle. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Dark caramel, Amaretto soaked raisins and sultanas, honey sweetness and some subtle spice. Palate: Dark dried fruits, almond meal, walnut oils and spice. Finish: Valencia oranges, honey sweetness and dried dark fruits with a touch of mint. | |
 | Woodford Reserve Master’s Collection Select American Oak Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 45.2% Age: No Age Statement Country: America Formerly known as the Old Oscar Pepper Distillery and before that the Labrot & Graham Distillery. The Woodford Reserve Distillery sits eight miles from Versailles in Kentucky in the United States of America. The distillery was originally founded in 1812 and has had its operations halted a number of times through its long history. Registered on the National Register of Historic Places, and is designated as a National Historic Landmark for its well-preserved distillery architecture and its role in the development of the bourbon industry. Today the distillery produces mainly bourbon and rye with the addition of some wheat whiskey. There are also many limited releases each year using specially distilled spirit. At Woodford it’s all about the wood used in maturation and where the wood has been sourced. Northern oak, Appalachian oak and Ozark oak, which have very different growing styles and conditions are adopted by the Woodford Distillery. This gives Woodford its unique flavour and recognisable aromas. The ‘Select American Oak’ edition uses only barrels made of Ozark Oak which grows fast and delivers a spicy nutty flavour with chocolate, vanilla and marzipan. Bottled at 45.2% abv or 90.4 proof and offered in a distinctive 700ml bottle. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Big bold aromas of cinnamon, stewed orchard fruits, warming vanilla, dry oak and cocoa. Palate: Toasted walnuts, creamy sweet vanilla, dark caramel and ripe peaches. Finish: Long with wonderful caramel, oak and fruits lingering. | |
 | Hazelburn 2007 Aged 13 Years Campbeltown Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Oloroso Sherry Cask Matured 2021 Release (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 48.6% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scottish *Strictly One Per Customer/Household Policy Applies The newest addition to the range of whiskies produced at Springbank, Hazelburn gains its light, delicate character through being distilled three times in the distillery’s old copper stills. Hazelburn is made with un-peated barley, making the spirit light, fruity and very, very subtle. 1997 saw the first distillation of Hazelburn and the first release of the whisky was an eight year old in 2005. It so successful that all 6,000 bottles sold out within a matter of weeks. Like Longrow, Hazelburn is named after one of the old Campbeltown distilleries. Most of the distillery buildings are still standing, though the distillery is long defunct. A small batch release single malt from Campbeltown which has been matured for 13 years in Oloroso Sherry casks. Hazelburn is a non peated whisky from the Springbank distillery on Scotland’s West Coast. Distilled in June 2007 and bottled on April 2021 at 48.6% abv. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Shortbread, dark chocolate, citrus and tropical fruits of melon and papaya, creamy vanilla and some Chinese spices. Palate: Raisins and sultanas mingle with honey sweetness and orchard fruits, star anise and some fresh floral notes. Finish: Creamy vanilla and Tunnocks tea cakes lead to delicious orchard fruits. | |
 | Signatory Vintage 1993 Inchmurrin 23 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 57.4% Age: 23 Years Old Country: Scotland Chill-Filtered?: Non Chill-Filtered Cask Number: 2856 Date of Distilling: 24/05/1993 Date of Bottling: 01/05/2017 Matured In: a Hogshead Barrel This bottling from Independent bottlers Signatory Vintage has been matured in a single American oak ex-Bourbon Hogshead barrel for no less than 23 years. Loch Lomond have an adaptable set-up, meaning that they can create a variety of whisky styles, which are presented under a variety of names. The outturn of this cast was 254 bottles worldwide. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Vanilla slice drizzled with orange infused icing sugar and accompanied with mango sorbet. Palate: Plenty of vanilla, creamy, Vietnamese mint, pickled ginger, nutmeg, fruit compote. Finish: Tarte Tatin, with a sprinkling of caramelised icing sugar and salted caramel ice cream. | |
 | 2015 Levantine Hill Family Paddock Melissa’s Paddock Yarra Valley Syrah (750ml) Volume: 750ml Style: Shiraz Cork: Screw Cap ABV: 13.5% Vintage: 2015 Country: Australia, Yarra Valley About the Winery Levantine Hill merges two vineyards in the heart of the Yarra valley. The first is one of the highest hills on the Yarra valley floor, the other is on the banks of the Yarra River and alongside the Maroondah Highway Levantine Hill exists for one reason. To create handcrafted wines of uncompromised quality in the traditional French style. That’s why they do everything the traditional way, by hand. To make wine you require a great winemaker. Levantine have called upon the expertise of Paul Bridgemen, one of Australia’s best. This is the start of Levantine Hill’s quest for perfection. About The Wine The Family Paddocks are the iconic heart of the Levantine Hill Winery. After transforming what was once just a steep, rocky hill into the perfect place to grow grapes, Elias Jreissati named each of the blocks of vines after the people closest to his heart. Melissa’s Paddock is named after one of his three daughters and the wine here is inspired by Grand Cru wines of Burgundy and First Growths of Bordeaux. These wines are the best of the best and are limited in bottle numbers produced. The Melissa’s Paddock Syrah is a wine that has been given the highest honours by wine judges around the world, produced from multiple distinct small batches of grapes individually picked from the single 6 acre block of Shiraz. The resounding sophisticated palate features fine tannins leading to a long finish. There is a delicate nervy balance between savouriness and sweet fruit with an emphasis on balance and length for a resonant echo of flavour. Another wonderful product from the Family Blocks that can be aged for 15 or more years. | |
 | 2016 Levantine Hill Family Paddock Colleen’s Paddock Yarra Valley Pinot Noir (750ml) Volume: 750ml Style: Pinot Cork: Screw Cap ABV: 13.0% Vintage: 2016 Country: Australia, Yarra Valley About the Winery Levantine Hill merges two vineyards in the heart of the Yarra valley. The first is one of the highest hills on the Yarra valley floor, the other is on the banks of the Yarra River and alongside the Maroondah Highway Levantine Hill exists for one reason. To create handcrafted wines of uncompromised quality in the traditional French style. That’s why they do everything the traditional way, by hand. To make wine you require a great winemaker. Levantine have called upon the expertise of Paul Bridgemen, one of Australia’s best. This is the start of Levantine Hill’s quest for perfection. About The Wine The Family Paddocks are the iconic heart of the Levantine Hill Winery. After transforming what was once just a steep, rocky hill into the perfect place to grow grapes, Elias Jreissati named each of the blocks of vines after the people closest to his heart. Colleen’s Paddock is named after his wife and the wine here is inspired by Grand Cru wines of Burgundy and First Growths of Bordeaux. These wines are the best of the best and are limited in bottle numbers produced. The Colleen’s Paddock Pinot Noir is made in traditional French style, offering a finely tuned balance of fruit and savoury characteristics. It features a restrained, brooding and beguiling nose, combining lightness with richness and density with great length to deliver real persistence and flavour. The judicious inclusion of grape stalks into select vats during fermentation gives the wine an aromatic lift and complexity plus an additional sweep of tannin to the palate structure and finish. It can be aged for 15 years or more – if you can wait that long. | |
 | Lagavulin Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 2021 Special Release (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 56.5% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Owned by the spirits powerhouse Diageo the Lagavulin Distillery has stood tall for many years, since 1816 to be exact. The distillery itself sits in the village of Lagavulin on the south side of the island Islay off Scotland’s West Coast. Most whisky connoisseurs name Lagavulin to be their first whisky that inspired them to follow whisky and an industry basked in mystery and wonder. The name Lagavulin is an anglicisation of Lag a’ Mhuilinn, the Scottish Gaelic for hollow of the mill. The 2021 collection, drawn from some of Scotland’s most interesting, legendary distilleries and curated by Master Blender Dr Craig Wilson, portrays the otherworldly beings which have fiercely protected the heartlands of remote Scottish distilleries for an eternity, according to our ancient fables, and the mythical creatures come to life revealing their true characters. Drawn from renowned distilleries, the collection nods to the hidden gems that can be found in each corner of the Scottish terrain amongst the lochs and rugged highlands. The annual, carefully selected line-up highlights the diversity of our most treasured whisky reserves maturing in Scotland. Each whisky will be visually brought to life with heavily detailed illustrations and design work from renowned digital illustrator Ken Taylor. His striking signature style and interpretation of the mythical creatures takes cues from his portfolio of pop culture artwork. Activated through an on-pack QR code, a multi-sensory experience begins with a narration of the cask-strength Single Malts’ tale. Enthusiasts are then guided through a mixed reality tasting experience, designed to captivate their senses and bring a taste of Scotland to their homes. This Lagavulin is a no frills single malt with no colouring, chill-filtration or finishing. It has been aged for a minimum 12 years in refilled American oak barrels. Suggested by the distillery that these are their “fiercest and smokiest” casks. Bottled at 56.5% ABV and extremely limited. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Aromatic and clean with plenty of fresh maritime notes, sea air, sea salt, minerals, dark chocolate, seaweed and lemon zest. Some sweet fruity notes balanced extremely well with wood smoke and bonfire embers. Palate: Oily and mouth coating, lemon citrus, sea salt and barrel char. Well balanced and smooth on the palate. Finish: Long and smokey, fresh chillies, black peppercorns and lemon acidity. | |
 | Ardbeg Ardcore Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Ardbeg Day Release 2022 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland Where Ardbeg is, has been and always will be made by people genuinely devoted to producing The Ultimate Islay Malt. Ardbeg the whisky is Ardbeg the place, in all its raw natural beauty. There have been many ups and downs on the long road to Ardbeg throughout the years. Ardbeg’s story is one of irrepressible spirit surviving against the odds, finally emerging as “unquestionably, the greatest distillery on Earth”. Every year we celebrate Ardbeg Day (usually the first Saturday in June). With Ardbeg Day we get to experience a limited edition bottling from the distillery. New, creative and never to be released again. Some of the past releases of the Ardbeg Day bottlings are now fetching inflated prices. They are a whisky collectors dream. This year we see the distillery using roasted black malt giving an bold and intense flavour. Bottled at 46% ABV Our Tasting Notes Nose: Citrus and tar, slight medicinal note and a long dose of peat smoke Taste: More citrus meets aniseed, vanilla and barley with continued peat. Finish: Salty peat, continued aniseed | |
 | Lagg Distillery Inaugural Release Batch #3 Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 50% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland For hundreds of years, to increase their income, small Arran communities made their own spirit in illicit home-made stills. The resulting whisky, which became known as ‘Arran Waters’, was smuggled from Lagg and sold on mainland Scotland. In 2017, Arran Distillers began building their distillery and its magnificent visitor centre. Two years later, they’ve opened their doors to the waiting world. The architects have created a spectacular building to echo the contours of Arran as you’d see it from Ailsa Craig. Its dramatic roofs are covered with a sedum blanket. This contains a mix of plants that change colour with the seasons. The Lagg copper pot stills which are custom-made were installed on the distillery floor in August 2018, and now sit proudly alongside the mash tun and four traditional wooden washbacks. The first middle cut of spirit was recorded at 14.35 on Tuesday 19th March 2019 and now we bring you the third ever release of Lagg Distilleries Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Using Concerto barley sourced from the North East of Scotland which is then peated to 50PPM (phenol parts per million). After being double distilled the peated smoky spirit is placed into first-fill ex-Bourbon barrels to rest and mature for 30 months. It was then given 6 months to mature in 50 litre ex-Rioja Red wine charred casks for 6 months. Overseen by Distillery Manager Graham Omand the spirit is cared for and nurtured through its maturation cycle. This inaugural release has been bottled non Chill filtered and with natural colour at 50% alcohol by volume. With only 10,000 bottle released for the entire whisky family around the world. The journey starts here. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Smouldering bonfire smoke, light minerality, cocoa powder and vanilla spice with hints of oak. Palate: Bold earthy peat smoke, dark chocolate, heather, creamy vanilla fudge, summer berries and sea salt. Finish: Long with earthy peat smoke continuing, salted caramel and subtle floral notes. | |
 | Lagg Distillery Inaugural Release Batch #1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 50% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland For hundreds of years, to increase their income, small Arran communities made their own spirit in illicit home-made stills. The resulting whisky, which became known as ‘Arran Waters’, was smuggled from Lagg and sold on mainland Scotland. In 2017, Arran Distillers began building their distillery and its magnificent visitor centre. Two years later, they’ve opened their doors to the waiting world. The architects have created a spectacular building to echo the contours of Arran as you’d see it from Ailsa Craig. Its dramatic roofs are covered with a sedum blanket. This contains a mix of plants that change colour with the seasons. The Lagg copper pot stills which are custom-made were installed on the distillery floor in August 2018, and now sit proudly alongside the mash tun and four traditional wooden washbacks. The first middle cut of spirit was recorded at 14.35 on Tuesday 19th March 2019 and no we bring you the first ever release or Lagg Distilleries Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Using Concerto barley sourced from the North East of Scotland which is then peated to 50PPM (phenol parts per million). After being double distilled the peated smoky spirit is placed into 100% first-fill ex-Bourbon barrels to rest and mature. Overseen by distillery manager Graham Omand the spirit is cared for and nurtured through its maturation cycle. This inaugural release has been bottled non Chill filtered and with natural colour at 50% alcohol by volume. With only 10,000 bottle released for the entire whisky family around the world. The journey starts here. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Tinned orchard fruits, bursts with citrus and lychee, tropical fruit notes of banana and pineapple, some hints of pear and forest floor, damp mossy green notes but bold notes of bonfire embers. Palate: Tropical fruits of pineapple and banana, earthy vegetal peat smoke, slightly creamy with liquorice, white pepper, garden herbs and a touch of medicinal quality. Finish: Long with ash, medicinal peat smoke, picked vegetables and very well integrated spices. | |
 | Lagg Distillery Inaugural Release Batch #2 Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 50% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland For hundreds of years, to increase their income, small Arran communities made their own spirit in illicit home-made stills. The resulting whisky, which became known as ‘Arran Waters’, was smuggled from Lagg and sold on mainland Scotland. In 2017, Arran Distillers began building their distillery and its magnificent visitor centre. Two years later, they’ve opened their doors to the waiting world. The architects have created a spectacular building to echo the contours of Arran as you’d see it from Ailsa Craig. Its dramatic roofs are covered with a sedum blanket. This contains a mix of plants that change colour with the seasons. The Lagg copper pot stills which are custom-made were installed on the distillery floor in August 2018, and now sit proudly alongside the mash tun and four traditional wooden washbacks. The first middle cut of spirit was recorded at 14.35 on Tuesday 19th March 2019 and now we bring you the second ever release of Lagg Distilleries Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Using Concerto barley sourced from the North East of Scotland which is then peated to 50PPM (phenol parts per million). After being double distilled the peated smoky spirit is placed into first-fill ex-Bourbon barrels to rest and mature for 30 months. It was then given 6 months to mature in 55 litre ex-Oloroso Sherry casks for 6 months. Overseen by Distillery Manager Graham Omand the spirit is cared for and nurtured through its maturation cycle. This inaugural release has been bottled non Chill filtered and with natural colour at 50% alcohol by volume. With only 10,000 bottle released for the entire whisky family around the world. The journey starts here. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Bonfire embers, white grapes, kiwi fruit and passionfruit, dark chocolate and toasted nuts and Christmas cake. Palate: Earthy vegetal peat smoke bursts on the scene, summer fruits, creamy fudge, oily with dried dark fruits and subtle well integrated cinnamon spice. Finish: Long with more bonfire smoke, balanced oak, salted caramel, baking spices and dark toffee. | |
 | Laphroaig 2013 Aged 9 Years Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky – The Single Malts Of Scotland (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 61.6% Age: 9 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: 187 Date of Distilling: 23/04/2013 Date of Bottling: 04/05/2022 Matured In: A Single Ex Bourbon Hogshead The Single Malts Of Scotland range is brought to us by London based Elixir Distillers. They specialise in independently bottling Japanese and Scottish whisky but also bottle American and Irish whisky from time to time.The company’s three core whisky brands are Elements of Islay, Port Askaig and The Single Malts of Scotland, while it also bottles navy rum under the Black Tot brand. The Single Malts of Scotland range provides independent bottlings of vintage single malt Scotch from many distilleries and at a variety of ages. Laphroaig is Gaelic for ‘the beautiful hollow by the broad bay’. Opened in 1815 this distillery has a wonderful history and produces exceptionally memorable whisky. Positioned in a bay sheltered by rocky islands the distillery has the warm seas of the Gulf Stream nearby to help in maturation process. The water comes from Kilbride Dam a natural water source on Islay. In making Laphroaig, malted barley is dried over a peat fire. The smoke from this peat, found only on Islay, gives Laphroaig its particularly rich flavour. American bourbon casks are used to mature this whisky and they produce a unique 10, 18 and 25 year old range of single malts. Interesting fact about Laphroaig is that during prohibition it was allowed to be imported into America because customer’s thought it had medicinal purposes. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Laphroaig distillery before being placed in a single ex Bourbon Hogshead and left to mature for 9 years. In May 2022 it was bottled at 61.6% abv by Elixir Distillers. Only 330 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Tasting Notes: Nose: Toffee, cigarillo smoke and herbs Palate: Smoke mixed with dried figs and crispy bacon Finish: The smoke carries through joined by a touch of orange chocolate | |
 | The Macallan 2019 Classic Cut Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 52.9% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland The third edition in the limited annual series, The Macallan Classic Cut – 2019 Edition has an ideal ABV of 52.9% to bring forth the full character of the single malt. This has been chosen by the Whisky Maker Polly Logan as the optimum strength to reveal a dominant sweetness and the well balanced flavours of this whisky. To truly appreciate the complex flavour dimensions, pour and allow it to breathe for 10-15 minutes for an intensified experience. After this time, heightened flavours of orange, sweet ginger and vanilla come to the forefront, combined with a satisfyingly long finish. Classic Cut 2019 is a truly indulgent single malt whisky. Official Tasting Notes Nose: Orange zest with ginger and nutmeg balanced with sultana and a hint of hazelnut. Palate: Sweet ginger and orange zest with a gentle oak spice Finish: Medium sweet with a lingering honey note | |
 | The Dalmore Port Wood Reserve Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46.5% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland The Dalmore Distillery has been producing exceptional single malt whisky since 1839 and, for almost a century, was owned by the Clan Mackenzie. The clan’s defining influence on the distillery is still evident to this day, with the iconic royal stag’s antlers – taken from the Mackenzie family crest – adorning each and every bottle of The Dalmore. Located on the northern shores of the Firth of Cromarty, deep in the spectacular Scottish Highlands, the distillery is perfectly placed to take advantage of a feast of natural resources: from the waters of Loch Morie, found high in the hills overlooking the distillery, to the golden barley of the rich coastal soils of the Black Isle. Being sited at sea level is critically important. Enveloped by the salt air, the sea-facing traditional dunnage warehouses provide the ideal conditions for maturation. An indulgent smooth single malt matured in American white oak ex-bourbon casks and aged Tawny Port pipes sourced from well-known port producer W&J Graham. Bottled at 46.5% ABV. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Orange peel and clove, summer berries and dark prunes, freshly baked sponge cake and warm honey Taste: Dried dark fruits, stem ginger, dark chocolate, espresso and a hint of new leather with sweet warm honey. Finish: Roasted nuts, orange zest, macerated cherries and gingerbread. | |
 | Caol Ila 2007 Aged 11 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 54.6% Age: 11 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 322307 & 322308 Date of Distilling: 19/12/2007 Date of Bottling: 11/09/2019 Matured In: two Ex-Bourbon Hogshead Barrels Un-Chillfiltered This cask strength single malt whisky was distilled at the Caol Ila distillery before being placed in two Ex-Bourbon Hogshead Barrels and left to mature for 11 years. In September 2019 it was bottled at 54.6% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage cask strength collection. Only 537 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Tasting Notes You’ll need to buy a bottle and share your thoughts on our website. We might just use them in the near future. | |
 | Vega Aged 22 Years Blended Scotch Malt Whisky – North Star (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 43.9% Age: 22 Years Old Country: Scotland Date of Distilling: November 1996 Date of Bottling: July 2019 Matured In: Various Casks Un-Chillfiltered This is the sixth edition of Vega blended malt from North Star Spirits. Aged for at least 22 years and bottled in July 2019. According to North Star Spirits, Vega will replace Polaris as our North Star in 11,000 years. Only 1205 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. | |
 | Hobart American Oak Ex-Bourbon Single Malt Whisky (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 55.7% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia Tasmania’s prevailing winds are westerly and unimpeded by land, as they cross thousands of kilometres of the Southern Ocean. These unsullied winds provide Tasmania’s partially mountainous island State with extremely pure air and rainfall. Devil’s Distillery uses a Tasmanian grown malt barley variety known as Westminster. Devil’s Distillery’s single malt whisky casks are medium charred American oak ranging in size from 20 litres to 40 litres for our first-year production, then we filled 80 litre and now 100 litre capacity casks. Our finishing casks are mostly European oak, which previously held fortified wines. Devil’s Distillery has been recognised with a range of awards since production started in 2015. Batch Nº: 19-003 Bottled: 8th May 2019 MaturedIn: A selection of small American oak ex-bourbon casks expressed at 55.7% Official Tasting Notes Nose: Soft and inviting, with creamy vanilla, juicy fruits, baked streusel cake. Toffee apples and a gentle Maritime note. Palate: Shortbreads, apricot jam, gingerbread and white chocolate. Fresh fruits, butterscotch, apple pie and White Oak. Finish: Smooth, creamy and well textured, with juicy fruits, vanilla slice and a burst of citrus. A touch of milk chocolate, oak, and a hint of peach. | |
 | Hobart French Oak Pinot Noir Finish Single Malt Whisky (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 57.7% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia A marriage of small American oak ex-bourbon cask matured finished in French oak Pinot Noir expressed at 57.7%. Batch Nº: 19-002 Bottled: 3rd May 2019 Official Tasting Notes Nose: Heavily charred American Oak, Stewed Fruits & Chocolate Fudge. Followed by caramelised brown sugar, vanilla bean & ripe mango. Palate: Creamy vanilla, butterscotch and a burst of tropical fruits greet the palate. With Papaya, Kiwi Fruit, Melons and candied orange peel all making an appearance. Finish: Sweet Plum, citrus, fermented grapes and cocoa nibs carry long into the finish. With stewed apples, brandy custard and some white oak spice. | |
 | Glen Ord 2009 Aged 10 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Hidden Spirits (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 53.5% Age: 10 Years Country: Scotland Date of Distilling: 2009 Date of Bottling: 2019 Matured In: Single Refill Sherry Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Founded by Andrea Ferrari, Hidden Spirits is a relatively new Italian independent bottler and online whisky shop, which prides itself on the meticulously careful selection of its bottlings. Hidden Spirits has its bottle labels designed by different Italian artists, and offers a variety of expressions under several series: the Highproof Collection of cask strength single casks over eight years of age; the Hidden Spirits Classic collection of single casks of varying strength over eight years of age; and the Young Rebels collection of single casks under eight years old. This independent bottling has been sourced from the Glen Ord distillery where it was distilled in 2009. It was then placed in a single Refill Sherry Hogshead and left to mature for 10 years. It was bottled at 53.5% abv in 2019. Tasting Notes Nose: Freeze dried raspberries and toffee apples. Palate: Butterscotch and caramel dumplings. Finish: Milko chews, fudge and sultana bran. Very drinkable and full of rich maltiness. We highly recommend this single malt bottled by Hidden Spirits | |
 | Bunnahabhain 2009 Aged 10 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Wilson & Morgan (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 48% Age: 10 Years Country: Scotland Date of Distilling: 2009 Date of Bottling: 2019 Matured In: Single Oloroso Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered Estabished in 1992 independent bottler Wilson & Morgan offer a fine selection of rare Scotch malt whiskies. The family were famous for trading oil and wine but in 1992 Mario Rossi, (Founder Giuseppe Rossi’s son) expanded the business to import whisky. Demand for whisky grew and the family began to import premium blended whisky direct from Scottish distilleries. It wasn’t before long that they began to offer single malts that were independently bottled to their clients and now they are sharing these with the world. Wilson & Morgan whiskies are exceptional fine and rare single malts. This independent bottling has been sourced from the Bunnahabhain distillery where it was distilled in 2009. It was then placed in a very expressive single ex Oloroso Sherry Butt and left to mature for 10 years. It was bottled at 48% abv in 2019. Only 888 bottles produced. Tasting Notes Nose: Rich and earthy but slightly sweet, raisins, espresso and old oak. Palate: Dry Sherry, chocolate toasted malt and creamy coffee. Finish: Lots of bold Sherry notes and quite drying. | |
 | Talisker Aged 15 Years 2019 Special Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: % Age: 15 Years Country: Scotland Talisker distillery is an Island single malt Scotch whisky distillery based in Carbost, Scotland on the Isle of Skye. This Scottish West Coast distillery is operated by Diageo who also own distilleries such as Lagavulin, Cardhu, Cragganmore, Mortlach and many more. The distillery was founded in 1830 but rebuilt in 1880. The malted barley used in production comes from Muir of Ord and Talisker has an unusual feature, swan neck lye pipes. A loop in the pipes takes the vapour from the stills to the worm tubs so some of the alcohol already condenses before it reaches the cooler. It then runs back into the stills and is distilled again. Talisker now has an output of three and a half million litres of spirit per annum. This very tasty Talisker has ben matured in freshly charred American oak Hogshead barrels for 15 years. With coastal notes and a theme of ‘Rare By Nature’ this is truly a great find and well worth a dram or two. Tasting Notes Nose: Antiseptic clothes, cereals and toasted grains, raw crushed cashew nuts drizzled with warm caramel. Cracked black pepper and peat smoke. Taste: Great mouthfeel, really oily and luscious. Cherries and allspice, raisins and sultanas, peaches and grapefruit. Finish: Long and fruity with slight smokey punches | |
 | Macallan Editions – Dram Pack – The Whisky Company Whisky Bar (180ml) Designed to support our local bars and restaurants survive during this unprecedented time we have created a series of whisky tastings pack like no other. This pack will support a fund to help bars in Melbourne when the lockdown restrictions are lifted. This could be through free tastings, bottle donations or advertising. Whisky 1 Macallan 18 Years Old Triple Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky (30ml) One of the most famous single malt whiskies in the world. The Macallan have released this 18 year old single malt which now sits at the top of the new Triple Cask range which has replaced the Fine Oak range. Matured in a combination of European oak ex-Sherry casks, American oak ex-Sherry casks and American oak ex-Bourbon casks. Whisky 2 Macallan Edition 5 Single Malt Scotch Whisky (30ml) The Macallan Edition No.5 is the latest release in this innovative annual Series. In this release The Macallan distillery have focused on their commitment to the natural colour of the whisky. The Macallan edition 5 continues on from the Editions one and two which were cask focused, Edition three explored the natural aromas and number four focused on the structure of the whisky. Whisky 3 Macallan Edition 4 Single Malt Scotch Whisky (30ml) The Macallan Edition 4 was matured in European/American Oak refill butts, European/American Oak refill hogsheads, American Oak first fill Vasyma hogsheads, European Oak first fill Diego Martin Rosado butts, European Oak first fill Jose Y Miguel Martin butts, European Oak first fill Tevasa butts/puncheons and European Oak first fill Tevasa hogsheads. Master Distiller Nick Savage has created a whisky that demonstrates the influence each of these many casks has on the spirit and reveals ‘the structure of the whisky’. Edition No.4 presents a zesty, vibrant and invigorating single malt of rounded honey, sweet toffee and citrus fruits. This is a distinctive whisky that pushes the boundaries of our innovation, reflecting the passion, traditions and craftsmanship that goes into the art of the perfect cask selection. Whisky 4 Macallan Edition 3 Single Malt Scotch Whisky (30ml) The Macallan Edition No.3 is the latest release in this innovative annual Series. Like preceding releases, Edition No.3 is an exploration into their approach to whisky making, exposing the detail of its creation, and offering true transparency. Drawn from a combination of European and American oak casks, Edition No.3 presents a sweet and fruity character. It balances a heavier base reflective of The Macallan, with citrus, vanilla, florals and fresh cut oak. Whisky 5 Macallan Edition 2 Single Malt Scotch Whisky (30ml) This second release from the Macallan Edition series is a collaboration between Master Whisky Blender Bob Dalgarno and the three brothers behind El Celler de Can Roca which was named World’s Best Restaurant twice by Restaurant Magazine. I’d imagine this partnership would pull a few tempting taste buds together! This whisky is created by drawing whisky from a combination of European Oak and American Oak barrels. A combination of Sherry puncheons, butts and refill hogsheads to be exact. It is then bottled at 48.2% and is a remarkable whisky, probably our pick of the year so far. Whisky 6 Macallan Edition 1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky (30ml) This is the first release in a planned annual limited release. Matured in 58% Butts, 23% Hogshead and 19% Puncheon, this liquid has been matured in the following 8 types of cask 1st Fill Tevasa European Butts 1st Fill Toneleria Hudo European Butts 1st Fill Vasyma American Puncheons 1st Fill J & M Martin European Butts 1st Fill Gonzalez Byass European Butts 1st Fill Tevasa European Puncheons 2nd Fill Sherry European Hogsheads 2nd Fill Sherry European Butts | |
 | Diageo 2019 Special Release – Dram Pack – The Whisky Company Whisky Bar (6 x 30ml) The launch of the Diageo 2019 Special Release whiskies was to take place last month and most of us missed out. We are excited to announce that we have 22 Diageo 2019 Special Release Dram Packs to offer with an online MasterClass. The Master Class will take place on Zoom on May 7th 2020 at 8pm where the Australian Brand Ambassador will take you through these 6 incredible whiskies, live and from the comfort of your own home! Details will be emailed to you for log in and how to take part two days after your purchase. This pack will support a fund to help bars in Melbourne when the lockdown restrictions are lifted. This could be through free tastings, bottle donations or advertising. This amazing dram pack includes the following; Whisky 1 Cardhu Aged 14 Years 2019 Special Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (30ml) 55% abv Released as part of Diageo’s Special Releases 2019 this release from Cardhu Distillery is appropriately packaged. A fragrant floral single malt double matured in ex-Amontillado sherry hogsheads for 14 years. Bottled at 55% abv and only 4,860 bottles were produced for worldwide consumption. Whisky 2 The Singelton of Glen Ord Aged 18 Years 2019 Special Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (30ml) 55% abv This is another great whisky by this distillery, matured in fresh charred American oak ex-Bourbon Hogsheads. This whisky has plenty of fruity flavours along with spice. The label on this bottling features a fish or rainbow trout looking at a blackberry bush which ties this bottling into the theme for the series release of ‘Rare By Nature’. Whisky 3 Mortlach Aged 26 Years 2019 Special Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (30ml) 53.3% abv Has to be in our top ten whiskies of the year so far and it could play in our top 20 whiskies of all time. The stand out single malt from all the Diageo 2019 special release series. Drawn from fresh-toasted first-fill Pedro Ximenez & Oloroso Sherry seasoned casks. Whisky 4 Cragganmore Aged 12 Years 2019 Special Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (30ml) 58.4% abv Released as part of Diageo’s Special Release 2019 series this tasty smoky number was matured in refill American oak ex Bourbon casks for 12 years before being bottled at cask strength. Whisky 5 Lagavulin Aged 12 Years 2019 Special Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (30ml) 56.5% abv The yearly Lagavulin special release is always sought after and more often than not this release is the pick of the whiskies for the year. This year is no exception, classic Islay laga smoke combined with delicious fruits, sea salt and cured meats. A combination made in heaven. The theme of this years Diageo Special Releases is ‘Rare By Nature’, how fitting this bottling is to the release name.. Whisky 6 Talisker Aged 15 Years 2019 Special Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (30ml) 57.3% abv This very tasty Talisker has ben matured in freshly charred American oak Hogshead barrels for 15 years. With coastal notes and a theme of ‘Rare By Nature’ this is truly a great find and well worth a dram or two. | |
 | Ardbeg Blaaack Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 20th Anniversary Committee Limited Edition (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland This year’s Limited Edition bottling, Ardbeg Blaaack, is a feisty bottling celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Ardbeg Committee which was founded in the year 2000. Wow, how time flies by! It was the mission of Ardbeg’s Master Blender Bill Lumsden to honour their global flock and select casks which Ardbeg had never used before. ex-Pinot Noir casks from New Zealand were the winning casks. Chosen due to both Islay and New Zealand sharing a distinctive similarity of having sheep outnumbering the local by 7 to 1. Make sure you grab a bottle today and experience summer fruits, bitter cherries and Ardbeg’s hallmark smoke. Bottled Non chill-filtered at 46% ABV. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Summer fruit pudding, bitter cherries and lemon zest. Baked potatoes cooked in the earth they were grown, smoked meats and toasted honey with cloves. Palate: Summer fruits of strawberries, apricots and pears, cherry strudel, orange oils, toasted almonds and bonfire embers. Finish: Cinnamon spice and freshly cracked blaaack pepper, bursting with orange zest and oak. | |
 | Corowa Single Barrel Peated French Oak Port Cask Matured Single Malt Whisky – Cask 247 (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 61% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland Cask Number: 247 Date of Distilling: 25/11/2017 Date of Bottling: 17/02/2020 Matured In: a single French Oak ex-Port Barrel Un-Chillfiltered Dean Druce, the owner of Corowa Distilling Co. owned the Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory in Wagga Wagga, which was also based in a restored flour mill. This mill in Corowa experienced a major overhaul and after spending years on renovations turned this Corowa site into something magical. Every heard of Willy Wonks Chocolate Factory well now add whisky to the equation and take away the kids! With help from Head Distiller Beau Schilg, Dean has not only created a magnificent place to make whisky and chocolate but a place to make great whisky and great chocolate. The combination is artistic and de vine. Taking old tawny port barrels, old sherry barrels and ex-bourbon barrels from the USA and filling them with fruity new make and waiting patiently for at least two years has now paid off. The wait is over and now we can all enjoy their hard work and the ultimate vision. The Corowa Distilling Co. This single barrel whisky marks the start of some single cask releases from the distillery. Taking the fruity clean spirit being produced at the distillery and filling one French oak barrel previously been used to make port If you thought that mature a whisky for approximately 2 years and 3 months would result a whisky lacking in flavour and bursting with young warm spirit then think again. The flavour profile on this is amazing for a two year old whisky. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Red fruits, musty oak, earthy peat, forest floor and sticky date pudding. Palate: Summer pudding, polished oak, Edinburgh rock, plum pudding, creamy latte, nutmeg and pickled ginger Finish: Smouldering hāngi, vanilla creme brulee, soft caramels. In our top ten of Australian whiskies ever produced. Highly recommended. | |
 | Kirin Fuji-Sanroku Signature Blend Japanese Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 50% Age: No Age Statement Country: Japan Built in 1972 the distillery was owned by Seagrams which allowed the distillery access to funds to build the distillery with a quite modern approach. Using water that has filtered through volcanic rock allows access to soft clean and clear water. The water supply is the melted snow another fresh approach to making whisky. The distillery is quite industrial with large warehouses and modern approach to whisky making. Launched in Japan in 2018 as a premium label replacement of the massively successful Fuji Sanroku Tarujukugenshu 50°. Each casks used in this blend is hand selected by Kirin’s Jota Tanaka, the 2017 Icons of Whisky Master Distiller/Master Blender of the Year. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Toffee, pineapple, passion fruit, apricot jam. Palate: Orange, rye spice, nutmeg, cloves, apricot jam, pineapple, wood shavings, passion fruit. Finish: Very well controlled wood. Rye spice, smooth bourbon, passion fruit, pineapple and jam. | |
 | Mars The Lucky Cat “Hana” Blended Japanese Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 43% Age: No Age Statement Country: Japan Mars Shinshu (to give it it’s full name) is a three hour drive northwest towards the Southern Alps. The distillery sits at 800 metres (2625 ft) which makes it the highest distillery in Japan. Better known as Mars distillery, it opened in 1985 using stills made for a mothballed distillery called Yamananashi. The distillery then closed in 1992 and the reopened again in 2011. It is now newly renovated and looking very modern and clean. The distillery is looking to produce a clearer wort (beer mix) to allow for a lighter and purer spirit creation. Barrels are stored onsite and in other regions of Japan to help experience less fluctuation in temperature. The fifth edition, The Lucky Cat Hana, is a blended whisky that has been matured and finished with an Oloroso Sherry Casks, based on the motif of a soft and gentle female cat Hana. Finished with a fragrance reminiscent of brown sugar and maple syrup. 3000 bottle limited edition. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Maraschino cherries, incense, plums grilled on a Korean BBQ, brandy covered Christmas pudding. Palate: Dark plums and cherries, candied orange slices, coal fired copper, brandy, vanilla, blackcurrant jam Finish: Burnt orange, flint, cream sherry, brandy, mint- cherry. | |
 | Corowa Single Barrel American Oak Wine Cask Matured Single Malt Whisky – Cask 194 (500ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 69.1% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia Cask Number: 194 Date of Distilling: 13/07/2017 Date of Bottling: 14/02/2020 Matured In: a single Red Wine barrel Un-Chillfiltered Corowa was a vibrant New South Wales town in the 1800’s due to its close proximity to the Murray River. As always man found greater need to transport items quicker and so road transport became more popular and the town lost its vibe. The local flour mill which sits in the towns centre lay dormant for many years, that is till Corowa Distilling Co. decided to purchase it from the local council for $1. Dean Druce, the owner of Corowa Distilling Co. owned the Junee Liquorice and Chocolate Factory in Wagga Wagga, which was also based in a restored flour mill. This mill in Corowa experienced a major overhaul and after spending years on renovations turned this Corowa site into something magical. Every heard of Willy Wonks Chocolate Factory? Well, now add whisky to the equation and take away the kids! With help from Head Distiller Beau Schilg, Dean has not only created a magnificent place to make whisky and chocolate but a place to make great whisky and great chocolate. The combination is artistic and de vine. Taking old tawny port barrels, old sherry barrels and ex-bourbon barrels from the USA and filling them with fruity new make and waiting patiently for at least two years has now paid off. The wait is over and now we can all enjoy their hard work and the ultimate vision. The Corowa Distilling Co. This whisky is the second single barrel release from the distillery and this time the team at Corowa have focused on maturation in a single red wine barrel. Bottled at 69.1% abv. Don’t tell us you missed out. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Tropical fruits and vanilla fudge dominate with honey sweetness and Christmas cake spices. Palate: Summer pudding, oak and dark chocolate combine with fresh malted barley and spice. Finish: Christmas cake spices and toasted oak. | |
 | Bowmore Aged 18 Years Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 43% Age: 18 Years Old Country: Scotland The Bowmore Distillery was founded in 1779 and is positioned on the beautiful rugged shores of Loch Indaal in the town of Bowmore. The distillery is owned by the new partnership of Beam Suntory and produces over 2 million litres of spirit each year. This Islay distillery, still to this day, retains the traditional floor method of malting barley allowing the distillery to offer a very unique product. Floor malting can be read about by clicking here. Nowadays most distilleries use more modern efficient methods to malt barley using mechanical equipment with expert ‘maltsters’. Bowmore single malt is loved all over the world due to a very special peaty salty flavour is has on the palate. The whiskies they produce are of great charm and perhaps not as well noticed as some other whiskies on the island but they have plenty of peat smoke and a refreshing finish. Did you know? The Bowmore Distillery converted one of its warehouses into the villages swimming pool. They used the waste heat from the distillery to warm the waters, this allowed for a very pleasant swim. Matured for no less than 18 years in ex-Oloroso Sherry and ex Pedro Ximenez Sherry barrels giving this whisky a heavier sherry influence. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Bursting with stewed fruits and citrus notes, soft oak influence and some soft subtle peat smoke. Palate: Stone fruits dominate at first which lead to jam sweetness, peat smoke and a touch of berry fruitiness and dark chocolate. Finish: Warm Jaffa cakes, long and delicious. | |
 | Corowa Single Barrel Peated French Oak Port Cask Matured Single Malt Whisky – Cask 249 (500ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 61.8% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia Cask Number: 249 Date of Distilling: 25/11/17 Date of Bottling: 13/03/20 Matured In: French Oak Port Un-Chillfiltered Corowa was a vibrant New South Wales town in the 1800’s due to its close proximity to the Murray River. As always man found greater need to transport items quicker and so road transport became more popular and the town lost its vibe. The local flour mill which sits in the towns centre lay dormant for many years, that is till Corowa Distilling Co. decided to purchase it from the local council for $1. Dean Druce, the owner of Corowa Distilling Co. owned the Junee Liquorice and Chocolate Factory in Wagga Wagga, which was also based in a restored flour mill. This mill in Corowa experienced a major overhaul and after spending years on renovations turned this Corowa site into something magical. Every heard of Willy Wonks Chocolate Factory? Well, now add whisky to the equation and take away the kids! With help from Head Distiller Beau Schilg, Dean has not only created a magnificent place to make whisky and chocolate but a place to make great whisky and great chocolate. The combination is artistic and de vine. Using Scottish sourced peated barley, and matured in a French Oak Port Cask before being bottled at 61.8% ABV, only 160 bottles were produced of this fantastic expression. | |
 | Breath of the Isles 2007 Batch 2 Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Cask Number(s): 900021 Date of Distilling: 2007 Date of Bottling: 2019 Matured In: a Refill Sherry Cask Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2007 at an unknown or disclosed distillery before being placed in a refill ex-sherry cask and left to mature for 11 years. In 2019 it was bottled at 58.7% abv as part of the Adelphi ‘Breath Of’ Series.. Only 662 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Buttery popcorn, warm toffee and Christmas Cake spices. Palate: Orange and butterscotch ice cream, Christmas spices and sea salt. Finish: Warm salted caramel and red fruits. | |
 | Haddock 2005 (Loch Lomond) 12 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Wilson & Morgan (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 56.8% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Date of Distilling: 2005 Date of Bottling: 2018 Matured In: three casks #3-#7-#361 Un-Chillfiltered The Independantly owned Loch Lomond Company currently own this large distillery which produces around 2,500,000 litres of whisky per year. There are 8 single malts currently produced from this distillery Loch Lomond, Old Rusdhu and Inchmurrin are the main bottling labels you would tend to discover. Inchmurrin is named after the largest Island on the loch and is bottled as a ten year old. Vintage malts can also be expected from the Loch Lomond distillery 23 , 33 and 30 years old whiskies are not uncommon and very popular worldwide. This distillery was first known as the Littlemill Distillery and was established in 1965 but a distillery was known to be on the site or there abouts back in 1814. Estabished in 1992 independent bottler Wilson & Morgan offer a fine selection of rare Scotch malt whiskies. The family were famous for trading oil and wine but in 1992 Mario Rossi, (Founder Giuseppe Rossi’s son) expanded the business to import whisky. Demand for whisky grew and the family began to import premium blended whisky direct from Scottish distilleries. It wasn’t before long that they began to offer single malts that were independently bottled to their clients and now they are sharing these with the world. Wilson & Morgan whiskies are exceptional fine and rare single malts. This independent bottling has been sourced from the Loch Lomond distillery where it was distilled with peated barley. It was then placed in three different casks and left to mature for 12 years. It was bottled at 56.8% abv in 2019. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Natural hot springs, white pepper, red berries, sweet pastry. Palate: Creamy and fruity, red berries, raisins and peat smoke. Finish: Fruity, with peppery spice and caramel sweetness. | |
 | Glenlossie 2006 Aged 12 Years Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Signatory Vintage (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 59.3% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 3289 + 3290 Date of Distilling: 27/11/2006 Date of Bottling: 10/07/2019 Matured In: two ex Bourbon Hogshead Barrels Un-Chillfiltered Signatory Vintage are an independent bottler founded in 1988 by Andrew and Brian Symington. The name ‘Signatory’ was derived from the initial intention to find a person of suitable standing to sign the labels for bottles drawn from a single cask. The first cask bottled was a 1968 Glenlivet which quickly sold through long before any suitable signee could be found. Signatory currently bottle at three strengths: 43%, 46% Unchillfiltered (UCF) and Cask Strength.To add proof of authenticity to their cask strength bottlings, Signatory always include the cask numbers, date of distillation, date of bottling and number of bottles produced.Signatory Vintage’s aim is to offer as wide a range of whiskies as possible, some of which are not even bottled by the proprietary distillery. This allows malt enthusiast to sample the huge variety of subtle differences which occur between casks. The Glenlossie Distillery was formed in 1876 and for years was better known as Glenlossie-Glenlivet Distillery Co. It produces approximately 2.7 million litres of malt whisky annually which is mainly used for blends such as Haig Dimple and Haig Gold Label. The distillery is located south of Elgin in the Speyside region which has an abundance of distilleries including BenRiach, Glenfarclas and Macallan. The spirit stills at the distillery use a ‘purifier’ between the lyne arms and the condensers. This purifier acts as a mini-condenser, which returns some of the alcohol vapours back to the pot to be re-distilled. The action of ‘purifiers’ increases the amount of reflux within the stills, which results in a lighter, more delicate whisky. The distillery is owned by Diageo and shares its warehouses with Mannochmore distillery which is located right next door. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2006 at the Glenlossie distillery before being placed in and left to mature for no less than 12 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 59.3% abv as part of the Signatory Vintage Cask Strength Collection. Only bottles were produced. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Milk Chocolate covered strawberries, vanilla and spicy oak. Palate: Toasted nuts, strawberry jam, vanilla and creamy caramel with balanced oak. Finish: Orange marmalade and apple strudel. | |
 | Lagavulin 2002 (Bottled 2018) Distillers Edition Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 43% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland Lagavulin in Gaelic means ‘the mill in the hollow’. This distillery was the first distillery on Islay to start to operate legally after many years of illegal distilling on the island. It was officially opened in 1816 by John Johnston who was a member of a local illegal distilling clan. The making of this whisky usually occurs slowly. The barley is smoked with peat longer than usual and the whisky is generally left to mature for 16 years before it’s ready to be bottled. The distillery is both old and modern and sits beside the ruins of Dunyvaig Castle near Port Ellen which was at one time home to the ‘Lord of the Isles’. This distillery is linked with its whisky being mellow, peaty, smoky and full bodied. The 2002 Distillers Editions from Islay distillers Lagavulin is quite unique, combining Islay’s signature peatiness with sweet notes of Pedro Ximénez Sherry from finishing. Distilled in 2002 and bottled in 2018 at 43% abv. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Big bold sherry notes with sea salt, fresh cherries and ground nuts. Palate: Martine, sea spray and seaweed, old oak, toasted barley and chocolate praline. Finish: Peat smoke with sea salt and peppermint. | |
 | Every great journey has to start somewhere and this one happened to start from ‘Green Grove’, our founders family farm. Rewinding back to his humble beginnings, it was a place filled with old tractors, green paddocks and a charming little farmhouse. Having been owned by the family since 1918, they’re now known as pioneers of organic farming in Australia. So what’s this got to do with whisky? Well, Bosque Verde is the Scottish Gaelic name for ‘Green Grove’, paying tribute to both the spirit’s worldly origins and the farm where it all began. The first nosing takes you back to that farmland with memories of country roads and rustic landscapes. Matured in American Oak barrels that once contained Australian Port wine, you’ll find comforting and homely notes of cherries, chocolate and cinnamon. It’s as warm as that welcome home hug. Tasting Notes Nose: Aromas of cherries, pears, raisins, spices, and oak with delectable hints of chocolate. Palate: A warm, spicy palate with notes of nuts, cinnamon, and malt. Finish: Long, sweet and soft with a hint of vanilla. | |
 | Akashi White Oak 3 Years Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky – IMO Sherry Cask Matured (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 50% Age: 3 Years Old Country: Japan White Oak Distillery was upgraded in 1984 and is located in Akashi, a city in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. It released its first single malt in late 2007 under the Akashi label. The distillery in owned by five breweries who came together to form this firm. They were very famous for making sake and were amongst the top ten in Japan. Their whisky making process is probably the oldest in Japan dating back to 1919 but there’s no real evidence other than the first licence to lay fact to this. The distillery grows its own yeast and uses this to produce alcohol with a fermentation time of around three to five days. The stills are small and angular and what’s strange is that the spirit safe or spirit still sits on the floor and this is where the low alcohol say 55% to 60% abv spirit is collected. They produce around 48,000 litres of spirit a year most of this being matured in 220 litre fresh ex-Bourbon American oak barrels which have been coopered in Japan. There are other barrels of spirit maturing in the warehouse, refill American oak, old Sherry, rechared Shōchū casks, Cognac, tequila and the rarest of all some casks made from old native oak trees called konara. This distillery is now dedicated to specialise in single malt and they are doing a fine job of this so far. A very interesting whisky indeed which has been matured in ex Sherry casks, ex IMO (Shōchū) casks and ex whisky (ex Bourbon casks). Shōchū is a Japanese distilled beverage which is produced at 45% alcohol by volume. Usually distilled from rice, barley, sweet potatoes, buckwheat, or brown sugar, though it is sometimes produced from other ingredients such as chestnut, sesame seeds, potatoes or even carrots. The Sherry casks were used to make sherry and then to mature Shōchū and then whisky. Akashi does not produce any type of potato Shōchū so it is unsure as to where the casks have come from to produce this whisky. The casks have produced a delicious whisky with soft sweetness which is slightly peaty and bitter but still clean and spicy. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Some dried dark fruits, toasted walnuts, sake, balsamic vinegar and capsicum. Palate: Dried dark fruits if raisins, sultanas, figs and plums. Toasted nuts and soft spices, candied capsicum with vanilla and citrus. Finish: Sherry, nutty, malty and oak. | |
 | Allt-A-Bhainne 2005 Aged 14 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #20 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 59.9% Age: 14 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number: 69290 Date of Distilling: 2005 Matured In: a Refill Puncheon Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. Allt-A-Bhainne is a modern distillery built in 1975 with a capacity of four million litres per year. Nearly all production goes into blended whisky but it is an excellent fruity Speyside whisky in its own right. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at theAllt-A-Bhainne Distillery before being placed in a refilla Refill Puncheon in 2005 and left to mature for 14 years. It was bottled at 59.9% abv and marks bottling number 20 of the Infrequent Flyers. Only 643 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Toasted nuts and dark chocolate, red berry preserve, Christmas cake spices and quite floral. Palate: Butterscotch, toasted bread, almond and walnuts with some citrus and apple peel. Finish: Christmas Cake spices, chocolate orange cake, creamy with toasted oak. | |
 | Benrinnes 2009 Aged 11 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Cask Number(s): 301811 Date of Distilling: 2009 Date of Bottling: 2020 Matured In: a single 1st Fill Sherry Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2009 at the Benrinnes Distillery before being placed in a single 1st Fill Sherry Hogshead and left to mature for 11 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 57.8% abv as part of the Adelphi Selection Series. Only 321 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Dark toasted malt, autumn berry jam, malty, dark dried fruits of plum and fig, rye bread. Palate: Toasted malt, buttery, blackberries and boysenberries, soft herbs, new make Finish: Coriander, gooseberries, blackberries, rye crisps, soft smoke and dried figs. | |
 | Kirin Fuji Single Grain Japanese Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46% Age: No Age Statement Country: Japan Built in 1972 the distillery was owned by Seagrams which allowed the distillery access to funds to build the distillery with a quite modern approach. Using water that has filtered through volcanic rock allows access to soft clean and clear water. The water supply is the melted snow another fresh approach to making whisky. The distillery is quite industrial with large warehouses and modern approach to whisky making. A simply superb single grain whiskey from the Fuji Gotemba Distillery. Full of malty, fruity and grain notes with elegant smoothness and soft sweet finish. | |
 | Bladnoch 14 Years 2021 Release Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46.7% Age: 14 Years Old Country: Scotland The distillery was founded in 1817 by Thomas McClelland, and remained in the family’s hands till 1930 when it was acquired by the Belfast Distilling Company. Once distilling as part of Bell’s, Bladnoch has been shaped under the guise of various owners during its almost 200 year history. It was in 2014 when the distillery was placed into receivership that Australian Entrepreneur David Prior decided to purchase the distillery with the deal going through in 2015. A complete refurbishment then took place and brought the distilleries production back online alongside celebrated Master Distiller Ian MacMillan. Casks that have sat in the warehouses for many years maturing are now being used to create some very unique and memorable whiskies. Bladnoch produces a light, grassy and malty Lowland-style malt. The whisky being released from the distillery at the current moment is from the Raymond Armstrong era when a more delicate style was introduced with some peated malt also being used in production. The Bladnoch 14 years old was matured in exclusively in ex Oloroso sherry casks. Showing all the aromas and tastes that we love in our favourite whiskies; dark chocolate, Christmas spices, dried dark fruits and orchard fruits. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Dark dried fruits which have been soaked in sherry, freshly baked chocolate cookies, dark chocolate coated raisins and vanilla oak. Palate: Creamy, full bodied and slightly herbal. Raisins, sultanas, figs and plums. Balanced oak with dark chocolate, toffee sweetness and Christmas spices. Finish: More spices, sawdust, citrus and dark chocolate. | |
 | Benrinnes 2007 Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Rest & Be Thankful (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV:56.8% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 304259 Date of Distilling: 30/04/2007 Date of Bottling: 20/05/19 Matured In: Bourbon Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Rest & Be Thankful took inspiration for their name from an inscription on a stone on top of Glen Croe in 1753, written by soldiers who were thankful to have made the long and steep ascent and had a place to rest. It is one of the brands under Fox Fitzgerald Whisky Co. Founded by Eamonn Jones and Aidan Smith, both who have many years of experience working in the industry with Ian Macleod Distillers and Whyte & Mackay. The Benrinnes Distillery first produced spirit back in 1826 and was known originally between 1974 and 2007 for producing a partially triple distilled spirit. The distillery itself has been through a tough time, fires and floods have meant it has been rebuilt a number of times and been through a few owners. The distillery is now owned by Diageo and it is used for their well known blends. It was first well known though for producing spirit for use in Crawford’s blended whiskies and was known for its 15 year old vintage. This single cask whisky was distilled in 2007 at the Benrinnes Distillery. It was placed in a Bourbon Hogshead cask and left to mature for 12 years. In May 2019 it was bottled at 56.8% abv by the Rest & Be Thankful Whisky Co. Only 281 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Citrus peel, cinnamon spice, hints of oak Palate: Creamy apricot jam, vanilla, nutmeg Finish: Apple and fresh berries | |
 | Ben Nevis 1998 Aged 16 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cask 11390 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 51.7% Age: 16 Years Old Country: Scotland The Ben Nevis Distillery is named after the highest point in the British Isles sitting at 1,345 metres above sea level in the western highlands of Scotland. Located in the town of Fort William. Founded by ‘Long John’ Mcdonald in 1825 and currently owned by the Japanese company, Nikka Whisky Distilling since 1989. The majority of the 2,000,000 litres produced per annum is tankered to Japan for use in various blends. After carefully tasting 16 different single cask whiskies from the Ben Nevis distillery we decided on three unique expressions. This expression is bottled at cask strength and it was matured in an American Oak ex-bourbon barrel for 16 years. The Ben Nevis distillery create some amazing whisky but this offering of a 16 year old single cask is extremely rare and should not be missed. Distilled in December 1998 and bottled March 2015 by Douglas of Drumlanrig this single cask single malt is bottled at 51.7% abv and is limited to 296 bottles. Our Tasting Notes Nose: A beautiful floral aroma enhances the grassy notes and opens up to vanilla. Taste: Fresh hay leads to green apples, vanilla and kumquats. Finish: A long finish which is soft and with a balanced sweetness. | |
 | Glenrothes 2009 Aged 10 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Rest and Be Thankful (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 66.6% Age: 10 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 7707 Date of Distilling: 13/11/2009 Date of Bottling: 24/02/2020 Matured In: Bourbon Cask Un-Chillfiltered Rest & Be Thankful took inspiration for their name from an inscription on a stone on top of Glen Croe in 1753, written by soldiers who were thankful to have made the long and steep ascent and had a place to rest. The company is the brainchild of Eamonn Jones and Aidan Smith, who between them run Fox Fitzgerald Whisky Trading Company. They developed a close relationship with ex-Bruichladdich directors & shareholders, Eamonn & Aidan proposed bottling their private casks of Bruichladdich, Octomore and Port Charlotte under the “Rest & Be Thankful name. Since then, the Rest & Be Thankful offering has evolved, and have included single casks from Scotland’s great distilleries such as Macallan, Highland Park, Springbank, Bunnahabhain and many more thus providing enthusiasts and malt lovers a spectrum of true expressions from the cask. The Glenrothes Distillery is an award winning Speyside Single Malt Whisky of exceptional quality. A combination of many factors including unusually slow distillation process in tall copper pot stills deliver a characteristic sweet, fruity and elegant spirit. Each expression has its own unique personality, underpinned by the distinctive, hallmark characteristics of the distillery – ripe fruits, citrus, vanilla and an exquisite spicy finish all encased in the creamiest of textures and with a complex and well-poised balance. This single cask whisky was distilled in 2009 at the Glenrothes Distillery and it was placed in an ex bourbon cask and left to mature for 10 years. In February 2020 it was bottled at 66.6% abv by the Rest & Be Thankful Whisky Co. Only 258 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Orchard fruits of apricot, plums and apple, new leather shoes and Lockett lollies. Palate: Dark fruits, caramelised sugar, friand cakes, stem ginger. Finish: Scottish shortbread and pistachio nut praline. | |
 | Nikka X.O Deluxe Brandy (660ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 40% Age: No Age Statement Country: Japan Mastaka Taketsuru, Nikka’s founder and the man known as the “Father of Japanese Whisky,” married Jessie Roberta “Rita” Cowan, a Scottish woman who he met when he was studying chemistry and whisky production in Scotland. This particular bottling is a premium brandy from the distillery, one of their first! Our Tasting Notes Nose: Floral and spicy aromas leads to rich blonde caramel, dried apricots and lashings of orchard fruits. Palate: Toffee like texture, rounded and velvety with stewed orchard fruits, Pedro Ximénez Sherry, violets and marzipan. Finish: A long and rich finish with orchard fruits, toffee and some subtle spice. | |
 | Suntory X.O Deluxe Brandy (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 40% Age: No Age Statement Country: Japan Produced by the oldest and most famous spirit companies in Japan, Suntory. Its origins stretch back to a small shop, started in 1899 by Torii Shinjiro, which specialized in selling imported wines. Suntory started producing Brandy in 1935. Shinjiro Torii, the founder of Suntory, had the vision to develop a western liquor culture in Japan, which led him to create a brandy that reflects Japanese craftsmanship. This special bottling of Suntory X.O Brandy Deluxe is a spirit full of depth, complexity and richness. Distilled from fine grapes and blended with Japanese craftsmanship. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Creamy and buttery caramel, Terry’s Chocolate Orange, polished oak and some floral notes. Palate: Salted butterscotch, dark chocolate ganache, orange citrus, leather and subtle spice. Finish: Rich and buttery with floral notes and citrus. | |
 | Strathclyde 1992 Aged 27 Years Lowland Single Grain Scotch Whisky – Liquid Treasures (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 44.3%% Age: 27 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: N/A Date of Distilling: 1992 Date of Bottling: 2020 Matured In: ex Bourbon Barrel Un-Chillfiltered The Strathclyde Distillery was first founded in 1927 and the first spirit was produced in 1928. Schenley Industries of New York acquired the distillery in 1956 and added a single malt to the range branded Kinclaith. In 1975 the Kinclaith stills were decommissioned and the distillery again only primarily produced grain whisky under the owners Whitbread. It is today owned and operated by Pernod Rocard and mainly produces grain whisky for their signature blends and also independently bottled single grain whisky. Liquid Treasures Single Malt Whisky is an independent bottling range of eSpirits Whisky in Germany. The company was founded over 10 yers ago and has already released a quite impressive selection of interesting and delicious whiskies. The autumn 2021 collection includes 8 single malt whiskies from all over Scotland, aptly titled the ‘Living World’ due to the stunning flora and fauna artwork on the bottles. Released as a member of ‘Living World’ series which features amphibians, insects and animals on label. This single grain whisky was created at the Strathclyde Distillery, distilled in 1992 and laid to mature in an ex Bourbon Barrel for 27 years before being bottle in 2020 at natural cask strength of 44.3% abv. Only very few bottles were made available to the Australian market. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Creme Brulee, vanilla anglaise, dark toffee and lamington cakes. Orchard fruits of pear and apple with citrus and delicate oak. Palate: Tropical fruits, citrus and rye bread leading to dark malty grains. Finish: Tropical fruits, white chocolate and vanilla sponge. | |
 | Blackadder Peat Reek Embers Single Malt Scotch Whisky EMB6 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 58.5% Age: 8 Years Old Country: Scotland Blackadder is an independent bottler of single malt Scotch whisky founded in 1995 byRobin Tucek and John Lamond. Blackadder’s philosophy is very simple, they have a belief that the Cask is King. Sixty to seventy percent of the flavours in a whisky are taken up slowly from the cask as the spirit lies maturing in the warehouse. The whisky is always bottled in clear bottles to see the natural colour of the whisky. They offer a few different bottling series, ‘Raw Cask’ which is whisky direct from the cask without any mechanical filtering leaving fragments of the charred wood in the bottle. ‘Black Snake’ which was introduced in 2014 allowing the company to adopt a Solera system where aged single malts are placed into Oloroso or Px Sherry casks for further ageing. When the cask is deemed ready only two thirds of the casks is taken for bottling and the rest added to the next cask. ‘Red Snake’ uses only aged single malt but this time taking first fill ex Bourbon barrels and using them like in the ‘Black Snake’ bottling’s. ‘Smoking Islay’ is where very smoky Islay peated malt whisky is used but never revealed, a very exciting approach to drinking whisky indeed. ‘Peat Reek’ the casks are selected of whisky produced using malted barley that has been heavily impregnated with the phenols and creosols of a gently-smouldering peat fire. Peat Reek is available in both Raw Cask and 46% Vol versions. ‘Peat Reek Embers’ are specially-selected casks from the well-known Peat Reek portfolio. All have the heavily-peated quality that is a hallmark of Peat Reek, but some of the Embers range have been given cask finishes selected to help further complement the whisky. The Blackadder Peat Reek Embers Special Reserve is an Islay single malt bottled by the independent bottler Blackadder. It matured in bourbon cask EMB 6 and was bottled in May 2018 at natural cask strength of 58.5% ABV, non chill filtered and with no added colour. A limited single cask release of 620 bottles. Tasting Notes Nose: Tar and sweaty asphalt with peat smoke followed later on by dry spices and grass Palate: Powerful with leather, peat, asphalt and tar as well as some buttery cake Finish: Perfect for a wet autumn day | |
 | 2007 Breath Of The Isles 13 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 54.9% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): N/A Date of Distilling: 2007 Date of Bottling: 2020 Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. Distilled at an undisclosed distillery on an undisclosed Scottish island in 2007. It was matured for 13 years before being bottled at cask strength in 2020. Only 656 bottles were made available as part of the Breath of the Isles series. | |
 | 2008 Caol Ila 12 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi #309444 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 54.9% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 309444 Date of Distilling: 2008 Date of Bottling: 2020 Matured In:a refill bourbon barrel Un-Chillfiltered The name Caol Ila comes from the Gaelic ‘Caol Ila’ meaning ‘Sound of Islay’ which is the stretch of water which separates Islay from Jura. The distillery was founded in 1846 and has been very successful through its long history. The distillery draws water from the nearby loch which is surrounded by myrtle and heather. As did most distilleries it closed during the Great Depression from 1930 to 1937 and was reconstructed from 1972 to 1974. Juggling between old traditional methods and modern methods of using new technology. It is the main Islay profile in most Johnnie Walker bottlings and it is owned by spirit powerhouse Diageo. Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2008 at the Caol Ila distillery before being placed in a refill bourbon barrel and left to mature for 12 years. In 2020 it was bottled at 54.9% abv as part of the Adelphi Selection Series. The Caol Ila distillery is known for producing whisky that offers chocolate, citrus and floral notes as well as tangy and peaty, which is typical of an Islay whisky. Only 308 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. | |
 | Linkwood 2006 Aged 14 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers (Alistair Walker) (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 54.0% Age: 14 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask: 6144 Date of Distilling: 2006 Date of Bottling: 2020 Matured In: a Virgin Oak Barrel Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Linkwood Distillery was established in 1821, but only started production in 1824. Owner Peter Brown was the manager of the Linkwood Estate and wisely kept his nose clean until the 1823 Excise Act was on the stature book. The distillery was rebuilt in 1874 and was run as an independent distillery up until 1932 where is joined DCL, now Diageo. It has remained in production ever since, with regular upgrades taking place, most significantly in 1972 when a new distillery was built opposite the old buildings. The owners ran both distilleries until 1985 when the original distillery was used as an experimental site. The capacity of the distillery is now around 5.5 million litres per annum. This independent bottling has been sourced from the Linkwood Distillery where it was distilled in 2006. It was then placed in Virgin Oak Barrel and left to mature for 14 years. It was bottled at 54.0% abv in 2020. 1 of only 208 bottles produced. Tasting Notes Nose: Gingerbread men, buttery with some fresh crushed nuts, vanilla and salted pretzels. Palate: Orchard fruits, oak spice with vanilla custard and some peppery spice. Finish: Dolly mixtures, polished oak and freshly cooked doughnuts. | |
 | The Singleton of Dufftown Aged 17 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 2020 Special Release (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55.1% Age: 17 Years Old Country: Scotland The Singleton was originally established as a threesome of single malts. The Singleton of Glen Ord was produced as Diageo’s ‘green grassy’ malt which was reserved for Asia. The Singleton of Glendullan a fruity slightly grassy whisky for the US and Canada The Singleton of Dufftown a nutty, spicy which which was for the European market. Due to the demand for each item these whiskies are all available globally. A key driver in Diageo’s single malt portfolio The Singleton malts are well worth exploring. Distilled and left to mature in refill American oak hogsheads for 17 years. Bottled at 55.1% abv and non chilfiltered. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Orchard fruits and flowers, honey and soft vanilla Palate: Creamy and full, continued honey and vanilla meet apples and berries Finish: Long, easy finish with just a touch of spice | |
 | Lagavulin 2007 Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 2020 Special Release (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 56.4% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Owned by the spirits powerhouse Diageo the Lagavulin Distillery has stood tall for many years, since 1816 to be exact. The distillery itself sits in the village of Lagavulin on the south side of the island Islay off Scotland’s West Coast. Most whisky connoisseurs name Lagavulin to be their first whisky that inspired them to follow whisky and an industry basked in mystery and wonder. The name Lagavulin is an anglicisation of Lag a’ Mhuilinn, the Scottish Gaelic for hollow of the mill. The theme of this years Diageo Special Releases is ‘Rare By Nature’, how fitting this bottling is to the release name. Matured in refill American oak casks for no less than 12 years. Bottled at 56.4% abv and extremely limited availability worldwide. Tasting Notes Nose: Linseed oil and boiled sweets, fresh sea breeze and smoky notes. Taste: Smooth and creamy texture, medicinal notes lead to vanilla ice cream and sweet spices, sea salt and smoke. Finish: Long and smoky, salted caramel and drying. | |
 | Invergordon 1996 Aged 24 Years Private Cellars Selection Single Grain Scotch Whisky – The Whisky Cellar (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 48.6% Age: 24 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 18278 Date of Distilling: 02/1996 Date of Bottling: 08/2020 Matured In: an ex-Bourbon Barrel Un-Chillfiltered Invergordon was opened in 1960 and primarily makes grain whisky for the Whyte & MacKay blends.The distillery produces about 40 million litres of spirit each year making it one of the world’s largest producers. Using primarily American oak and European oak casks the whisky is often sold to independent bottlers for single cask releases of one of the finest grain whiskies produced. The Whisky Cellar was founded by Keith Bonnington, a Keeper of the Quaich this Edinburgh based company are bottlers of small batch selections of single cask whisky. “We are a flavour diversity driven bottler and our core message is that, if we love the spirit enough, we will bottle it, irrespective of age, region, cask type or style. We want to bring to market extremely high-quality one-off whiskies which represent good value to the consumer.” said Bonnington. Bonnington works with a panel of tasting experts to ensure only the very best whiskies are bottled for The Whisky Cellar. Between them, the panel has over 200 years experience. So, you know these single cask whiskies must be good! This single grain single cask whisky was distilled at the Invergordon Distillery in the Highlands of Scotland. It was placed in a ex Bourbon barrel; and left to mature of 24 years before being bottled at 48.6% ABV. Only 188 bottles were produced for world wide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Buttery pastries, creme caramel, honey puffs cereal. Palate: Banana bread, tropical fruits, milk chocolate and creamy vanilla. Finish: Vanilla creme patisserie and warm baking spices. | |
 | Hobart Private Bottling Cask Strength Rum Cask Finish Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 59.7% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia Situated in Hobart, Tasmania this family owned independent distillery was founded in 2014 and started producing in 2015. The distillery has been flying under the radar for quite a while now whilst creating enough stock to supply the high demand the market is throwing at them. Initially released as single cask bottlings the distillery is now concentrating on more consistent offerings. The distillery production is all performed in-house and maturation is predominantly in American oak ex-bourbon casks sourced from the United States. It’s these barrels that give Hobart whisky its edge on other distilleries. Whilst Apera and Fortified wine barrels are more commonly used in the Australian industry Hobart whisky uses the ex-bourbon barrels for initial maturation and then if required applies a finish of another barrel type to create a range of whisky unlike any other in Australia. A small batch release single cask whisky using Heaven Hill American oak ex-bourbon barrels for initial maturation then using ex-Guatemalan rum casks for a secondary maturation to turn this whisky into an incredible fruit flavour bomb. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Tropical fruits of melon, guava and pineapple, floral with dusty oak and underlying creamy vanilla. Palate: Tropical fruit punch, vanilla toffee, some orchard fruit and balanced oak notes. Finish: Long and fruity, some toasted almond and fresh oak. | |
 | Spirit Thief Distilling Co. American Oak Tempranillo Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 48.3% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia Spirit Thief Distilling Co. were originally started as a small scale whisky club with friends who were interested in sampling and exploring whisky mainly matured in Australian red wine casks. These friends were very keen on starting to make an impression in the industry and so developed an independent bottling label. Their successful independent bottling business soon extended into a gypsy distilling company. What’s gypsy distilling you may ask! We Spirit Thief do not have a specific distillery location but instead use other distilleries to produce their spirit. Almost like steeling the excess spirit from a distillery that is overproducing. They then choose their own high quality ex wine casks and mature the whisky. When ready they bottle this at it’s perfect alcohol strength giving you the satisfaction of whisky that was loved and cared for throughout its full maturation period. This whisky was matured in seasoned American oak casks which had previously held Tempranillo wine sourced from South Australia’s award-winning Main & Cherry wines in the Adelaide Hills. The barrels had been re-coopered (redesigned, freshened up) and given a medium toast and char to integrate the spirit into the wine and the wood. Bottled at 52.3% ABV and released as part of the Cellar Reserve Series with limited production of only 750 bottles. Producers Tasting Notes Nose: The aroma transports you to an underground speakeasy where jazz fusion harmonises with muffled conversation. Palate: Swathes of Turkish delight, berry compote, rich brown sugar, praline and madeira cake. Finish: Long-lingering, dark and enduring like the last notes in the Club in the early hours of the morning dawn. | |
 | Caol Ila 2008 Aged 12 Years Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 53.6% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): N/A Date of Distilling: 2008 Date of Bottling: 2021 Matured In: First fill sherry butt Un-Chillfiltered The name Caol Ila comes from the Gaelic ‘Caol Ila’ meaning ‘Sound of Islay’ which is the stretch of water which separates Islay from Jura. The distillery was founded in 1846 and has been very successful through its long history. The distillery draws water from the nearby loch which is surrounded by myrtle and heather. As did most distilleries it closed during the Great Depression from 1930 to 1937 and was reconstructed from 1972 to 1974. Juggling between old traditional methods and modern methods of using new technology. It is the main Islay profile in most Johnnie Walker bottlings and it is owned by spirit powerhouse Diageo. Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2008 at the Caol Ila distillery before being placed in a first fill sherry butt and left to mature for 12 years. In 2021 it was bottled at 53.6% abv as part of the Adelphi Selection Series. The Caol Ila distillery is known for producing whisky that offers chocolate, citrus and floral notes as well as tangy and peaty, which is typical of an Islay whisky. Only 287 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Tasting Notes Nose: Harbourside oysters with Tabasco, eucalyptus, twiglets, mature cheddar and peanut satay. Palate: Savoury with biltong, Oxo cube, olive brine, chocolate and chilli, salted liquorice. Finish: Lengthy, waxy finish. | |
 | Breath of Speyside 2006 Aged 11 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV:56.8% Age: 11 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): N/A Date of Distilling: 2006 Date of Bottling: 2020 Matured In: Refill ex-Sherry cask Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. An independently bottled single malt from a mysterious Speyside distillery, so mysterious that even the folks at Adelphi weren’t told where the original source was when they bought it. It’s a cracking series though, and limited to 621 bottles. Interestingly enough this whisky was distilled in 2006 and bottled in 2020 but only has a verified age statement of 11 years! Our Tasting Notes Nose: Creamy toffee, orchard fruits of pear and apple, some red fruits of strawberry and cherry and some dark chocolate. Palate: Creamy with melted chocolate, salted caramels, butterscotch and Oloroso Sherry. Finish: Cocoa, bitter dark toffee, mint and some fermented banana. | |
 | The Irishman 2021 Cask Strength Single Malt Whiskey (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 54% Age: No Age Statement Country: Ireland The Irishman Rare Cask Strength (54% alc) is Ireland’s most exclusive Whiskey, distilled 3 times and carefully aged in American Oak Casks. Each year Bernard Walsh selects a handful of exceptional casks to make this the benchmark for Super Premium Cask Strength Irish Whiskey. It is available in strictly limited quantities with on average 2,000 bottles produced each year. Each bottle is uniquely numbered and signed. It is reserved for the appreciation of the most discerning judges of Whiskey. The Irishman Rare Cask Strength was a Gold Medal winner in “The Premium Irish Whiskey Category” at The Whiskey Masters. It was also rated a magnificent 94.5 points in Jim Murray’s Whiskey Bible 2010 “Quite exceptional” Official Tasting Notes Nose: A wonderful combination of soft bourbon notes and a light malty subplot with a light sprinkling of ginger. Taste: Brilliant! Softly oiled, very lightly malted. The arrival of the drier oak offers a perfect bitter sweet foil. Finish: Long, chocolate, rich and sophisticatedly spiced. Awards: Gold Medal at International Spirits Challenge, London. Gold Medal at Whiskey Masters (sponsored by the spirit Business Magazine) Overall Master Title for Irish Whiskey in Whiskey Masters 94.5 points Jim Murray Whiskey Bible | |
 | Milk & Honey Peated STR Cask Israeli Single Malt Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 58.9% Age: No Age Statement Country: Israel The Milk & Honey Distillery was established in 2014 and is located in Tel Aviv, Israel’s first city and the heart of Israel’s culinary and drinking scene. It is here the owners of the distillery collect their inspiration and passion for their whisky and strive to make world class spirits. It’s no secret that the climate in the middle east os hot and dry with an average 300 days of sun recorded each year. The climate is used in this instance to create a whisky which takes on specific terroir and challenges centuries old techniques and traditions. With a minimum of three years maturation the whisky is graceful. The distillery hired the late Dr Jim Swan, one of the world’s most accomplished Master Distillers and an expert in hot climate distillation and maturation, as an advisor. With its own custom made traditional copper still and the use of exceptional barrels which include but not limited to, ex-Bourbon, ex-red wine and kosher sherry barrels the Distillery produce some excellent whisky. Using ex wine barrels previously used by Israel’s finest wineries the distillery take advantage of the Mediterranean’s climate, variety of soil types, hot sunny days and cool nights which bring a spicy and unique flavour to Israeli wine. The casks are filled with new make spirit and left to mature creating a celebration of local terroir, curating a floral single malt with notes of dark chocolate. Part of the ‘Apex’ series, this whisky was matured in ex-red wine casks that had been Shaved, Toasted and Re-charred before being filled with peated new make spirit. Theis STR technique was developed by consultant and friend of the distillery Dr. Jim Swan. This process enables the casks to impart rich flavours. Official Tasting Notes Nose: Coastal Saltiness, grassy with spice Palate: Creamy vanilla and spice, light grassy note Finish: not an overly long finish, light spice | |
 | Milk & Honey Pomegranate Wine Cask Israeli Single Malt Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 59.5% Age: No Age Statement Country: Israel The Milk & Honey Distillery was established in 2014 and is located in Tel Aviv, Israel’s first city and the heart of Israel’s culinary and drinking scene. It is here the owners of the distillery collect their inspiration and passion for their whisky and strive to make world class spirits. It’s no secret that the climate in the middle east os hot and dry with an average 300 days of sun recorded each year. The climate is used in this instance to create a whisky which takes on specific terroir and challenges centuries old techniques and traditions. With a minimum of three years maturation the whisky is graceful. The distillery hired the late Dr Jim Swan, one of the world’s most accomplished Master Distillers and an expert in hot climate distillation and maturation, as an advisor. With its own custom made traditional copper still and the use of exceptional barrels which include but not limited to, ex-Bourbon, ex-red wine and kosher sherry barrels the Distillery produce some excellent whisky. Using ex wine barrels previously used by Israel’s finest wineries the distillery take advantage of the Mediterranean’s climate, variety of soil types, hot sunny days and cool nights which bring a spicy and unique flavour to Israeli wine. The casks are filled with new make spirit and left to mature creating a celebration of local terroir, curating a floral single malt with notes of dark chocolate. This small batch, single malt whisky was aged in ex-Bourbon casks and finished in fortified style pomegranate wine casks for a period of six months. The unique pomegranate fruit offers this whisky Its exceptional flavours. Official Tasting Notes Nose: Pomegranate with vanilla, toffee and some nutty, coffee spice Palate: More pomegranate, fruity notes with a herbal spice Finish: lasting finish, toasted wood chips and berries | |
 | Ledaig 18 Year Old Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46.3% Age: 18 Years Old Country: Scotland The Ledaig or Tobermory Distillery is a single malt whisky distillery located on the island of Mull in the Inner Hebrides off the West Coast of Scotland. Originally founded in 1798 by John Sinclair, under the name Ledaig (pronounced ‘lea-chick’). The distillery closed in 1837 and reopening in 1878, the distillery was acquired in 1890 by John Hopkins and Company. Today, Tobermory is the only distillery on the Isle of Mull. The distillery has quite a small annual capacity of just one million litres and runs at but three quarters of this capacity. In 1930, the distillery closed and was used as a power plant. It was not the only time Tobermory had been used for purposes other than whisky distillation; in 1982 the buildings were leased to a dairy company who used them for storing cheese. The distillery uses malted barley which is shipped from the Port Ellen maltings at the South-East of Islay, also home to a more recent experiment whereby some casks are sent for maturation on the island, these are bottled as Ledaig. The usual releases show us that when it’s bottled Tobermory then no or little peat has been used in the production but when it is released as Ledaig there is a high amount of peat content in the production and therefor a smoky whisky is created. Ledaig (‘lea-chick’) Scots Gaelic meaning safe haven…… Picture yourself on a Caledonian ferry sailing through the islands on the West Coast of Scotland sipping on a well produced single malt whisky. This reminds us of Ledaig. A splendid peaty whisky from the Tobermory Distillery on the Isle of Mull in Scotland’s west coast. Sherry matured and bottled at 46.3% ABV. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Earthy peat smoke balances with fresh warm honey, some umami, sea salt and melted dark chocolate. Fresh fruity aromas start to appear through the smoke. Palate: Floral notes combine with sea salt and almond meal, lemon tart and tropical fruits of melon and mango. Finish: Black jelly beans, salted fennel and fresh toasted barley. | |
 | Isle of Harris Gin Highball Gift Set Volume: 700ml ABV: 45% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland Included: Harris Gin (700ml) PLUS 2 x Isle Of Harris Gin Glasses Purchase this award winning gin from the Isle of Harris presented in a curated gift set to provide the basic elements for savouring the smooth taste of Harris Gin with a favourite friend. The gin is infused with nine botanicals including local Sugar Kelp speaking of this island’s connections to the sea. Official Tasting Notes Nose: A well-defined juniper note with pine needles, immediately followed by the fresh citrus notes of bitter orange, lime and grapefruit. Develops a complex floral note of rose and wallflowers with crushed green herbs, coriander and gooseberry all underpinned by mixed spice. Sugar Kelp adds to the complexity and richness and gives a dry maritime note. Palate: Refreshing, with good balance between the bitter juniper and pine and the sweet fruit flavours of mango, grapefruit and orange. A green herb flavour of crushed coriander develops. Distinctive and smooth with a dry, flinty taste. Finish: Overall a long, clean finish. As the juniper and citrus fade away, sweet vanilla and black pepper remain with a gentle reminder of the sea. Ingredients: Made with 9 carefully chosen botanicals: Outer Hebridean Sugar Kelp seaweed Macedonian Juniper Berries English Coriander Seed Cubebs / Javan Pepper Bitter Orange Peel Angelica Root Cassia Bark Orris Root Liquorice Root | |
 | Isle of Harris Gin Tumbler Gift Set Volume: 700ml ABV: 45% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland Included: Harris Gin (700ml) PLUS 2 x Isle Of Harris Gin Tumblers Purchase this award winning gin from the Isle of Harris presented in a curated gift set to provide the basic elements for savouring the smooth taste of Harris Gin with a favourite friend. The gin is infused with nine botanicals including local Sugar Kelp speaking of this island’s connections to the sea. Official Tasting Notes Nose: A well-defined juniper note with pine needles, immediately followed by the fresh citrus notes of bitter orange, lime and grapefruit. Develops a complex floral note of rose and wallflowers with crushed green herbs, coriander and gooseberry all underpinned by mixed spice. Sugar Kelp adds to the complexity and richness and gives a dry maritime note. Palate: Refreshing, with good balance between the bitter juniper and pine and the sweet fruit flavours of mango, grapefruit and orange. A green herb flavour of crushed coriander develops. Distinctive and smooth with a dry, flinty taste. Finish: Overall a long, clean finish. As the juniper and citrus fade away, sweet vanilla and black pepper remain with a gentle reminder of the sea. Ingredients: Made with 9 carefully chosen botanicals: Outer Hebridean Sugar Kelp seaweed Macedonian Juniper Berries English Coriander Seed Cubebs / Javan Pepper Bitter Orange Peel Angelica Root Cassia Bark Orris Root Liquorice Root | |
 | Timboon Smoky 1881 Australian Single Malt Whisky (500ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 47% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia The Timboon Railway Shed Distillery is located in Timboon, The Otways in the state of Victoria Australia. The railway shed dates back to the 1800’s and has been beautifully restored with many original features maintained. The owner and distiller Josh Walker produces a lovely spirit from rather small copper pot stills. Josh grew up in Timboon and started his own farm contracting business at the age of 17. Move forward several years and the passion for whisky lead to the purchase of the distillery. Having traveled the well worn whisky paths across Europe and America, learned the trade and experienced first hand the boom in the world wide trend to drinking premium spirits, Josh is now a respected member of the rapidly growing Australian single malt distilling industry. This Smoky 1881 is created using Scottish Peat used to give the barley a smoky taint, this whisky has been aged in 200 litre American oak, ex tawny port barrels. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Floral notes, dried apricots and cloute dumpling. Palate: Earthy, soft peat smoke and sea air, fruity with soft spice. Finish: Sea air, a wisp of smoke and spice. | |
 | Strathmill 1992 Aged 24 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cadenhead (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 45.9% Age: 24 Years Old Country: Scotland Distilled: 1992 Bottled: 2017 Matured In: 1 x Bourbon Hogshead and 2 x Bourbon Barrels Un-Chillfiltered Scotch Whisky is known the world-over by the Brand names of large blending companies. These blends are the mixture of the products of various distilleries which were originally independent family owned units. Until the middle of the 20th century there were many small firms that bottled and sold the pure product of the local distilleries. Since Victorian times the firm of William Cadenhead has provided this service. However a diminution of public interest caused the small bottling companies to close down. Only a small handful of distilleries still remain in the ownership of their founding families and even fewer of the bottling companies remain active, William Cadenhead is one of the notable survivors. Recent revival of interest in the whisky from different single distilleries has caused a surge of new firms to emerge. Many do not actually control their bottling operations and unfortunately feel it necessary to invest fictitious ancestries. However William Cadenhead has a well established pedigree and the experience of over one and a half centuries ensures that our customers can truly rely on what we put in a bottle. They guarantee that they never chill-filter or chemically alter the products that they bottle nor do they add colouring agents. Each of their bottlings of whisky, and indeed of their rums and cognacs, comes from an individually selected cask. This single malt whisky was distilled at the Strathmill Distillery before being placed in one ex-Bourbon Hogshead and two ex-Bourbon Barrels. It was then left to mature for no less than 24 years. In 2017 it was bottled at 45.9% abv as part of the Cadenhead’s Small Batch Series. This single malt whisky is also part of the 175th Cadenhead’s Anniversary bottlings, the perfect present for anyone turning 30 Years of Age in 2022! Our Tasting Notes Nose: Tropical fruits of pineapple and banana, candy floss, lemon citrus and toasted coconut. Palate: The tropical fruit sweetness continues, creamy citrus, milk chocolate and lemon citrus. Finish: Medium length with soft spices and tropical fruits but with slight dryness. | |
 | Glasgow Rangers 150th Anniversary Blended Malt Scotch Whisky – Douglas Laing (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland The bottler is Douglas Laing an independent bottler of fine Scotch whisky established in 1948. The concept is to enable whisky lovers around the world a chance to come as close as they can to sampling whisky as it was straight from the cask or having a whisky experience like no other. In 1872, Moses McNeil plus his brother Peter and their two friends William McBeath and Peter Campbell had an idea to start a football team and thanks to their dream, we can now toast to the most successful club in the world as we celebrate Rangers Football Club’s prestigious 150th anniversary. This specialist Small Batch Blended Malt Scotch Whisky is bottled at 46% alcohol strength and proudly offered without colouring or chill-filtration. | |
 | Lagavulin 2005 (Bottled 2020) Distillers Edition Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 43% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland Lagavulin in Gaelic means ‘the mill in the hollow’. This distillery was the first distillery on Islay to start to operate legally after many years of illegal distilling on the island. It was officially opened in 1816 by John Johnston who was a member of a local illegal distilling clan. The making of this whisky usually occurs slowly. The barley is smoked with peat longer than usual and the whisky is generally left to mature for 16 years before it’s ready to be bottled. The distillery is both old and modern and sits beside the ruins of Dunyvaig Castle near Port Ellen which was at one time home to the ‘Lord of the Isles’. This distillery is linked with its whisky being mellow, peaty, smoky and full bodied. The 2002 Distillers Editions from Islay distillers Lagavulin is quite unique, combining Islay’s signature peatiness with sweet notes of Pedro Ximénez Sherry from finishing. Distilled in 2002 and bottled in 2018 at 43% abv. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Big bold sherry notes with sea salt, fresh cherries and ground nuts. Palate: Martine, sea spray and seaweed, old oak, toasted barley and chocolate praline. Finish: Peat smoke with sea salt and peppermint. | |
 | Caol Ila Aged 12 Years Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Chorlton Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 57.7% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland A relatively new Indie bottler with very interesting and colourful designs on the labels. Some fantastic spirit within the actual bottlings, it’s a range of whiskies that you cannot overlook, normally bottled undiluted, uncoloured, unchillfiltered, cask strength and a limited run, all leading to great reviews across the board. The Caol Ila Distillery, The name Caol Ila comes from the Gaelic ‘Caol Ila’ meaning ‘Sound of Islay’ which is the stretch of water which separates Islay from Jura. The distillery was founded in 1846 and has been very successful through its long history. The distillery draws water from the nearby loch which is surrounded by myrtle and heather. As did most distilleries it closed during the Great Depression from 1930 to 1937 and was reconstructed from 1972 to 1974. Juggling between old traditional methods and modern methods of using new technology. This distillery produces whiskies that have chocolate, citrus and floral notes as well as tangy and peaty, which is typical of an Islay whisky. This single malt whisky was distilled on the 16th of February 2009 at the Caol Ila distillery before being placed in a single Sherry Hogshead and left to mature for 12 years. It was bottled at 57.7% abv with only 269 bottles being produced for worldwide enjoyment. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Manuka honey notes, sea spray, smoked meats and tarry ropes, garden herbs and gingerbread men. Palate: Smoked brisket, barbecue sauce, liquorice root, dark chocolate and orange lollies. Finish: Long, soft smoke, salted caramel and slightly herbal. A superb whisky indeed. | |
 | Glenfarclas Aged 12 Years 100 Proof Vintage Reserve Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Milroy’s Of Soho (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 57.1% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland The Glenfarclas distillery is famous for its Sherry-influenced expressions and there’s not an expression more known that the Glenfarclas Aged 15 Years Single Malt. It is matured in 60% ex-Sherry casks and 40% ex-Bourbon casks. The maturation in the Bourbon casks are slightly different to the normal maturation guidelines. Before using the casks they are shaved back slightly. This allows the whisky to gain more flavour influence from the Sherry casks, resulting in a richer, fruitier whisky. Milroy’s of Soho, opened in 1964 by Jack Milroy, originally as The Soho Wine Market. The store ran as the local, friendly off-licence selling Beaujolais, Macedonian reds, a small selection of blended scotch and four single malts. This all changed when Jacks brother, Wallace Milroy, joined the business in 1969. the two charismatic brothers grew the whisky collection and helped drive the public knowledge of whisky, to become perhaps the most influential whisky retailers in the world. What started out at 10 grew to 25, then 150; by 1993, when Jack sold the business, Milroy’s stocked nearly 600 single malts, and the shop’s fame was global. For their efforts, we thank both Jack and Wallace for helping promote our beloved sprit. Many whisky enthusiasts and writers consider this single malt whisky to be amongst some of the best in the world. The 12 Year Old expression is from the Vintage Reserve and has been bottled at a higher 57.1%. It was selected by London’s Milroy’s of Soho. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Red fruits, candy floss, meaty with grape juice. Palate: Oily, buttery, delicatessen meats, stewed banana, dark caramel, shortbread and summer berries. Finish: Palm sugar and berry jam, long and oily. | |
 | Glasgow 2016 Aged 5 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – North Star (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 51.5% Age: 5 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: Batch 014 / NSS108 Date of Distilling: 01/2016 Date of Bottling: 03/2021 Matured In: Refill Barrel Un-Chillfiltered Embracing the pioneering spirit of Scotland’s first licensed distillers, The Glasgow Distillery Company adopts its name from one of Glasgow’s original distilleries. In 1770, The Glasgow Distillery Company was founded at Dundashill and remained active until consequent closure at the beginning of the 20th Century. In 2014 The Glasgow Distillery Company re-opened becoming the first Single Malt Whisky Distillery in Glasgow for over 100 years. The Glasgow Distillery Company is re-establishing the metropolitan Scotch Malt Whisky tradition alongside the great whisky regions and bringing Glasgow Malt Whisky back to life! North Star Spirits is an independent bottler based in Glasgow, Scotland. They pride themselves on bottling the finest single malt Scotch whisky, blended whisky and blended malt Scotch whisky. Producing artisan single cask whisky from various regions of Scotland as well as bottling rums, gins and Bourbon whiskey. All products are small batch, bottled at cask strength. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Glasgow distillery before being placed in a refill barrel and left to mature for 5 years. It was then bottled at 51.5% ABV in 2021. Part of the North Star Cask Series Number 014 with only 358 bottles produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: TBA Palate: TBA Finish: TBA | |
 | Breath of the Isles 2007 Aged 14 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Cask Number(s): NA Date of Distilling: 2007 Date of Bottling: 2021 Matured In: refill ex-sherry cask Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2007 at an unknown or undisclosed distillery on one of the Scottish islands. It was then placed in a refill ex-sherry cask and left to mature for 14 years. In 2021 it was bottled at 58.3% abv as part of the Adelphi ‘Selection’ Series. Only 1020 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Apple pie, sea salt, white pepper, shaved oak and creamy vanilla fudge. Palate: Creamy caramel, freshly cracked black pepper, orange cake, Christmas cake spices and dark toffee. Finish: Medium to long with sea spray, raisins and sweet spice. | |
 | Dailuaine 2007 Aged 14 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi #304331 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 54.1% Age: 14 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 304331 Date of Distilling: 2007 Date of Bottling: 2021 Matured In: a single refill Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This independent bottling has been sourced from the Dailuaine Distillery where it was distilled in 2007. It was then placed in a single refill Sherry Butt and left to mature for no less than 14 years before it was bottled at 54.1% abv in 2021. Outturn of only 573 bottles. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Fruity notes of peach and apple, crushed toasted walnuts and dark caramel. Palate: Malty and meaty, sherried fruits and salted butter and dry smoke. Finish: White pepper, Christmas cake spice and sherried fruits. | |
 | Linkwood 2008 Aged 13 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi #805189 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV:53.8% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 805189 Date of Distilling: 2008 Date of Bottling: 2021 Matured In: a single first-fill Oloroso Sherry butt Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. An independently bottled single malt from the Linkwood distillery which was distilled in 2008 and has spent 13 years in a first-fill Oloroso ex Sherry butt. Part of their summer 2021 releases. 586 bottles were produced at cask strength. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Rye malt, lemon citrus, thyme, dark caramel, raisins and banana fritters. Palate: Oily and buttery, toasted brown sugar, Valencia oranges, Cherry ripe and soft spice. Finish: Long with golden syrup, stewed cherries and perfectly balanced oak spice. | |
 | Glenallachie 2008 Aged 12 Years The Whisky Company Exclusive Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Murray McDavid (700ml) – Damaged Packaging Volume: 700ml ABV: 50% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland *This bottle has damaged packaging, water damage or may not have a box / tube at all. The bottle and whisky are fine.* Cask Number(s): 900857 Matured In: Initial Sherry Butt then 1st Fill Pedro Ximenez No. Of Bottles: 257 Not Chill-filtered Murray McDavid are highly respected in the Scotch whisky industry, mainly for independently bottling whisky after selecting and ageing the spirit in high quality oak casks. Established in 1996 by Mark Reynier, Simon Coughlin, and Gordon Wright at the closed site of the Coleburn distillery in Speyside, Scotland. They are also known for the purchase of the closed Bruichladdich Distillery in 2000 and reopening this dormant distillery. They did such a good job of restoring production it was sold to Remy Cointreau in 2012 with a considerable profit. This luscious whisky has matured in a 600-litre Sherry butt for 11 years before being filled into two freshly emptied Limousin oak casks, previously used to mature Pedro Ximénez Sherry. After 14 months, the enhanced spirit was reunited, having achieved a harmonious balance between rich oak and fine Scottish spirit. After being matured for no less than 12 years in high quality oak casks it was bottled at 50% ABV as part of the Murray McDavid Benchmark limited release series. Only 257 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. This Murray McDavid bottling has been bottled exclusively for Australia and hand picked by our team. A luscious whisky with sweet fresh aromas and a winter warming palate leading to a long delightful finish. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Christmas cake, treacle toffee pudding, banana fritters and ripe red cherries. Taste: Rum & raisin fudge, cherry ripe bars, toasted figs, roasted walnuts and soft spices of clove, nutmeg and all spice. Finish: Banoffee pie, rye bread, orange citrus and fruit cake. About The Distillery GlenAllachie Distillery was built in Aberlour in 1967 and was a result of the United States led whisky boom around the world. Following two decades of operation the distillery was purchased by Invergordon Distillers, who then flipped the distillery over to Pernod Ricard after owning it for four years. During this time the distillery was mostly closed. In July 2017 Pernod Ricard was sold the distillery to The GlenAllachie Distillers Company which was owned and operated by former BenRiach Master Distiller Billy walker who has a very impressive resume in the whisky industry. It was then the distillery was given a capital ‘A’ in tradition that GlenDronach and BenRiach had been given a few years before. Bill Walker now has a distillery full of whisky with big fruity characteristics to play with and we are already seeing some spectacular bottlings emerging from the distillery. GlenAllachie’s new core range was released in June 2018 and it has been a hit so far amongst whisky connoisseurs. | |
 | Cardhu Aged 14 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 2021 Special Release (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55.5% Age: 14 Years Old Country: Scotland The word “Cardhu” derives from the Scots Gaelic Carn Dubh, meaning “Black Rock”. Cardhu is a Speyside distillery near Archiestown in Moray, Scotland. The distillery was founded in 1824 by whisky smuggler named John Cumming and his wife Helen. Now run by owned and run by spirits powerhouse Diageo and the distillery’s Scotch whisky makes up an important part of the Johnnie Walker blended whiskies. The 2021 collection, drawn from some of Scotland’s most interesting, legendary distilleries and curated by Master Blender Dr Craig Wilson, portrays the otherworldly beings which have fiercely protected the heartlands of remote Scottish distilleries for an eternity, according to our ancient fables, and the mythical creatures come to life revealing their true characters. Drawn from renowned distilleries, the collection nods to the hidden gems that can be found in each corner of the Scottish terrain amongst the lochs and rugged highlands. The annual, carefully selected line-up highlights the diversity of our most treasured whisky reserves maturing in Scotland. Each whisky will be visually brought to life with heavily detailed illustrations and design work from renowned digital illustrator Ken Taylor. His striking signature style and interpretation of the mythical creatures takes cues from his portfolio of pop culture artwork. Activated through an on-pack QR code, a multi-sensory experience begins with a narration of the cask-strength Single Malts’ tale. Enthusiasts are then guided through a mixed reality tasting experience, designed to captivate their senses and bring a taste of Scotland to their homes. This Cardhu is bottled at 55.5% ABV and bottled unchill-filtered without any added colour. It is initially matured in reused American oak casks but is then given a short finish in ex-red wine casks. The Cardhu spirit is very well looked after here and complimented by the casks. One of our favourites from the recent release. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Fresh and fruity with green apple and lychees followed by pear and orange zest. Puff pastry and light spices are followed by honey sweetness and some underlying floral notes. Palate: Delicate and smooth, creamy with full texture. Creamy toffee, floral notes of Parma violets, ripe red apples and stewed pears. Clean with a hint of spice. Finish: Sweet and quite short but extremely clean and fruity. White pepper, green apples and soft floral notes. | |
 | Glencadam Aged 13 Years Reserve de Sauternes Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland The Glencadam distillery was founded in 1825 and produces 1.5 million litres of spirit annually. The distillery has two stills and is situated near the River Esk in the Highland region of Scotland. It takes the water for its spirit from nearby springs in the surrounding green hills. The current owners are Angus Dundee plc who purchased the distillery in 2003 and also own the Tomintoul distillery in Speyside. The whisky produced at this distillery is an important component of Ballentine’s blends. Expect floral with notes of orange and citrus fruits. It has a refined dark oak undertone and is an elegant single malt whisky. The Glencadam Reserve de Sauternes was distilled in 2008 and has initially been matured in ex-bourbon American oak casks before being transferred to casks which previously held Sauternes wine. The result is a whisky with traditional Glencadam notes and flavours but with bold, zesty and fruity notes to boost this whisky to exceptional status. Matured for no less than 13 years and bottled at 46% ABV. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Freshly opened marmalade, poached orchard fruits, ripe pears, sugared almonds, candied orange and a hint of cinnamon. Palate: Baked peaches, mango, milk chocolate, orange citrus, mandarin oils and creamy vanilla custard. Finish: Long with apple pie, candied peels, baking spices and a hint of clove. | |
 | Dailuaine 2007 Aged 13 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cask #DU721 Hidden Spirits (700ml) Dailuaine 2007 Aged 13 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Cask #DU721 Hidden Spirits (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 52.1% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: DU721 Date of Distilling: 2007 Date of Bottling: 2021 Matured In: Jamaican Rum Cask Un-Chillfiltered Founded by Andrea Ferrari, Hidden Spirits is a relatively new Italian independent bottler and online whisky shop, which prides itself on the meticulously careful selection of its bottlings. Hidden Spirits has its bottle labels designed by different Italian artists, and offers a variety of expressions under several series: the Highproof Collection of cask strength single casks over eight years of age; the Hidden Spirits Classic collection of single casks of varying strength over eight years of age; and the Young Rebels collection of single casks under eight years old. The Dailuaine Distillery derives from the Scottish Gaelic ‘An dail uaine’ meaning ‘green valley’. This distilleries whiskies are rarely seen and sought after when they are available. Owners Diageo use the malt from the distillery in blends, mainly Johnnie Walker. Only the best casks make it out to be independently bottled. Available usually at cask strength as a vintage or aged statement. This independent bottle by the Hidden Spirits Whisky Company was distilled at the Dailuaine distillery in Speyside. It has been matured in an ex-Bourbon American oak cask and finished in Jamaican Rum Cask. Only 294 bottles we made available worldwide. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Creamy vanilla combines with golden caramel, banana fritters and toasted oak. Palate: Oily and meaty with ripe fruits, crushed nuts and soft spice well balanced by the rum sweetness. Finish: Long with toasted oak and earthy spice. | |
 | Caol Ila 2010 Aged 10 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – FABLE Chapter One (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 57.3% Age: 10 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: Chapter One #313842 Date of Distilling: 16/08/2010 Date of Bottling: 27/07/2021 Matured In: an ex-Bourbon Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered The Caol Ila Distillery, The name Caol Ila comes from the Gaelic ‘Caol Ila’ meaning ‘Sound of Islay’ which is the stretch of water which separates Islay from Jura. The distillery was founded in 1846 and has been very successful through its long history. The distillery draws water from the nearby loch which is surrounded by myrtle and heather. As did most distilleries it closed during the Great Depression from 1930 to 1937 and was reconstructed from 1972 to 1974. Juggling between old traditional methods and modern methods of using new technology. This distillery produces whiskies that have chocolate, citrus and floral notes as well as tangy and peaty, which is typical of an Islay whisky.Fable whisky is an independent bottler founded on the art of storytelling, animation and illustration. Fable whisky brings myths and folk stories to life, pairing them with the best single cask single malt whisky available. Released in stories and chapters The Tale, Volume 1 tells the tale of The Ghost Piper Of Clanyard Bay. This is one of five single cask whiskies in Fable’s first outturn, this Caol Ila represents the Clanyard chapter in the tale of The Ghost Piper of Clanyard Bay. It has been matured for 10 years in a single ex-Bourbon hogshead and selected to be bottled at cask strength. Only 311 bottles wre made available for worldwide distribution. Perfect for the collector or to sip on whilst reading more about The Ghost Piper Of Clanyard Bay. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Slow cooked bacon on a BBQ smoker, bonfire ash, salty sea air, toasted grainy bread, seaweed and lemon citrus. Taste: Freshly baked wholemeal loaf with honey and salted butter, earthy ashy notes, fresh lemon citrus, new leather and fennel seed with peppery spice. Finish: Medium to long addin smoked meats, charred lemon cheeks, oatcakes and white pepper. | |
 | 5Nines Cola Cask Finish Australian Single Malt Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 47.5% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland Cask Number: 5ND310 5Nines is located in the Adelaide Hills, and make hand crafted single malt whisky, gin and other spirits. They are all about the quest to achieve perfection. 5Nines – 99.999% perfection. This is the Select Cask, Cola Cask release from 5Nines. This Whisky has been finished for 8 months in a barrel which had been seasoned with a popular brand of cola. 364 bottles produced, bottled at 47.5% ABV Official Tasting Notes Nose: Caramel, butter, cola, a hint of chocolate Palate: Burnt caramel, vanilla, fairy floss, oak Finish: Cola and toffee | |
 | 5Nines Chardonnay Cask Finish Australian Single Malt Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 44.1% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland Cask Number: 5ND112 5Nines is located in the Adelaide Hills, and make hand crafted single malt whisky, gin and other spirits. They are all about the quest to achieve perfection. 5Nines – 99.999% perfection. This is the Select Cask, Chardonnay Cask release from 5Nines. This Whisky has been finished in a Chardonnay Cask giving a good balance of oak, malt, vanilla with peppery notes 107 Bottles produced. Bottled at 44.2% ABV Official Tasting Notes Nose: Caramel, butter, cola, a hint of chocolate Palate: Burnt caramel, vanilla, fairy floss, oak Finish: Cola and toffee | |
 | Isle Of Jura 2009 Aged 12 Years Scotch Malt Whisky – Liquid Treasures (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 52.9% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: N/A Date of Distilling: 2009 Date of Bottling: 2021 Matured In: a Hogshead Barrel Un-Chillfiltered The Isle of Jura Distillery is a single malt whisky distillery located on the island of Jura in the Inner Hebrides off the West Coast of Scotland, about a stones through away from Islay. The distillery is owned by Glasgow based company named Whyte and Mackay who are famous for the blended whisky of the same name. Founded in 1810 by the Laird of Jura, Archibald Campbell it was operational till 1884 when it fell into disrepair. The distillery was dismantled and it wasn’t till the 1950’s the distillery was revived by Robin Fletcher and Tony Riley-Smith who were keen to revive the local economy. Installation of taller stills in 1963 allowed the distillery to create a mix of wonderful malt whiskies. Liquid Treasures Single Malt Whisky is an independent bottling range of eSpirits Whisky in Germany. The company was founded over 10 yers ago and has already released a quite impressive selection of interesting and delicious whiskies. The autumn 2021 collection includes 8 single malt whiskies from all over Scotland, aptly titled the ‘Living World’ due to the stunning flora and fauna artwork on the bottles. This single malt whisky was created at the Isle Of Jura Distillery, distilled in 2009 and laid to mature in an ex Bourbon Hogshead barrel for 12 years before being bottle in 2021 at natural cask strength of 52.9% abv. Only very few bottles were made available to the Australian market. Tasting Notes Nose: Old biscuit tin with a old cardboard insert, pre-mix cupcake mix, Pickled Gefilte Fish, preserved lemons. Palate: Salty, cardboard, grilled squid, drift wood, lying seaweed, nori seaweed. | |
 | Auchroisk 2008 Aged 13 Years Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Hidden Spirits (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 52.4% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland Founded by Andrea Ferrari, Hidden Spirits is a relatively new Italian independent bottler and online whisky shop, which prides itself on the meticulously careful selection of its bottlings. Hidden Spirits has its bottle labels designed by different Italian artists, and offers a variety of expressions under several series: the Highproof Collection of cask strength single casks over eight years of age; the Hidden Spirits Classic collection of single casks of varying strength over eight years of age; and the Young Rebels collection of single casks under eight years old. The Auchroisk Distillery is situated in Banffshire, Speyside Scotland. The Distillery produces a heavy malt whisky made by rapid mashing, quick fermentation and rapid boiling distillation. The new make recedes with maturation, being replaced by a balanced honeyed cereal sweetness. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2008 at the Auchroisk distillery before being placed in a single ex Bourbon Hogshead and left to mature for about 9 years. It was then then finished in an Oloroso Sherry cask. In 2022 it was bottled at 52.4% abv with only 318 bottles produced. Tasting Notes Nose: Anzac biscuits, prune juice, caramel jerseys, hessian sacks, crumpled newspaper. A real characterful Oloroso cask! Palate: Golden syrup, juicy malt, cornflakes, instant porridge and honey. Finish: No winey finish was detected and the whole package was in balance. A well executed finish! *Please note that bottle currently pictured is not the bottled that will be received. | |
 | Caol Ila 2014 Aged 7 Years Australian Exclusive Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky – North Star (700ml) Caol Ila 2014 Aged 7 Years Australian Exclusive Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky – North Star (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 56.9% Age: 7 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Series: 018 Date of Distilling: July 2014 Date of Bottling: March 2022 Matured In: a single Port Octave Un-Chillfiltered North Star Spirits is an independent bottler based in Glasgow, Scotland. They pride themselves on bottling the finest single malt Scotch whisky, blended whisky and blended malt Scotch whisky. Producing artisan single cask whisky from various regions of Scotland as well as bottling rums, gins and Bourbon whiskey. All products are small batch, bottled at cask strength. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Caol Ila distillery before being placed in a Port Octave and left to mature for 7 years. The smaller cask has produced a dry, ashy intense whisky bottled exclusively for Australia by importers Wonderland Drinks. Bottled in March 2022 at 56.9% ABV with only 60 bottles available. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Sweet smells of metallic oxide, slightly silicone like, with a good blend of floral aromas and slightly peppery. Palate: Iodine and smouldering oak, charcoal and garden herbs with summer fruits and peppermint. Finish: Long with summer berries, orchard fruits and sooty smoke. | |
 | Caol Ila 2009 Aged 12 Years Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 57.8% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 314241 Date of Distilling: 2009 Date of Bottling: 2022 Matured In: Refil Bourbon Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered The name Caol Ila comes from the Gaelic ‘Caol Ila’ meaning ‘Sound of Islay’ which is the stretch of water which separates Islay from Jura. The distillery was founded in 1846 and has been very successful through its long history. The distillery draws water from the nearby loch which is surrounded by myrtle and heather. As did most distilleries it closed during the Great Depression from 1930 to 1937 and was reconstructed from 1972 to 1974. Juggling between old traditional methods and modern methods of using new technology. It is the main Islay profile in most Johnnie Walker bottlings and it is owned by spirit powerhouse Diageo. Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2009 at the Caol Ila distillery before being placed in a first refill bourbon hogshead and left to mature for 12 years. In 2022 it was bottled at 57.8% abv as part of the Adelphi Selection Series. The Caol Ila distillery is known for producing whisky that offers chocolate, citrus and floral notes as well as tangy and peaty, which is typical of an Islay whisky. Only 295 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Tasting Notes Nose: Smoky BBQ Sauce, dark fruits, meatier notes like BBQ ribs and lighter fruit notes. Palate: Meaty BBQ smoke continues, with an increased note of tropical fruit, more smoke. Finish: Long, fruity and smoky. | |
 | Linkwood 2012 Aged 9 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV:59.9% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 305945 Date of Distilling: 2012 Date of Bottling: 2022 Matured In: First Fill Bourbon Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. An independently bottled single malt from the Linkwood distillery which was distilled in 2012 and has spent 9 years in a first-fill Bourbon Hogshead. 304 bottles were produced at 59.9% ABV cask strength. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Rich, creamy vanilla, honey, notes of oak and fresh apples Palate: Peppery at first followed by fruity sweetness and more vanilla Finish: Long finish, continued vanilla with more fruit | |
 | Aultmore 2010 Aged 11 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #73 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 59.4% Age: 11 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: 6350 Date of Distilling: 2010 Matured In: a single Ruby Port Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Aultmore distillery is owned and run by John Dewar and Sons Ltd or better known as Bacardi. The distillery has changed hands a few times during its long history when it was founded in 1896. Aultmore in Gaelic means ‘Big Burn’ and the water for the spirit is taken from the Burn of Auchindorran which helps it produce around 2,100,000 litres of spirit annually. The Aultmore spirit has for a long time been a contributor to Dewars blends and is best known for its 12 year old single malt which has a very distinctive taste. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Aultmore Distillery before being placed in an ex-Ruby Port Hogshead and left to mature for 11 years. It was bottled at 59.4% abv and marks bottling number 73 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 307 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Fruit cake glazed with chocolate fondant and toasted fresh figs. Hints of barrel char. Palate: Jaffa cakes, dark fruit conserve, pickled ginger and caramel cookies. Finish: Medium with floral notes of grass, lemon zest, sultanas and raisins with a hint of cinnamon. | |
 | Glen Elgin 2008 Aged 13 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #71 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 56.7% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: 805647 Date of Distilling: 2008 Matured In: a single Re-Charred Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. Glen Elgin Distilleryis situated in the heart of Speyside approximately 3 miles south of Elgin. This distillery was the last distillery to be built during the boom years of the 1890s. The architect, Charles Doig, stated it would be the last one built in Speyside for 50 years. His prediction was remarkably accurate with Tormore being the next distillery built, in 1958. The original site was chosen for its water source and close proximity to the railway line. Unfortunately the water source proved unreliable and permission for a railway siding was refused. Until the 1950s the distillery was entirely operated and lit by paraffin. All machinery was driven by a paraffin engine and a water turbine. The distillery is owned by the ‘Elgin Group which also owns Linkwood, Glenlossie and Mannochmore. The whisky is still a key component of White Horse blended whisky, which is exported to over 200 countries worldwide. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Glen Elgin Distillery before being placed in a re-charred ex-Bourbon Hogshead barrel in 2008 and left to mature for 13 years. It was bottled at 56.7% abv and marks bottling number713 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 269 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Pear danishes freshly out of the oven, grated fresh orange zest and warm toasted cinnamon. Palate: Sultanas and slithered almonds mingle with orchard fruits, there’s fresh cinnamon buns and freshly cracked black pepper. Finish: Medium with Manuka honey which combines with vanilla and charred oak. | |
 | Edradour 2012 Aged 10 Years Ibisco Decanter Bourbon Matured Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 58.2% Age: 10 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 45+46+48+49 Date of Distilling: 2012 Date of Bottling: 2022 Matured In: 1st Fill Bourbon Barrels The Edradour Distillery is situated in Perthshire which has been famous through the years for its small farm distilleries but now Edradour distillery is the last man (or lady) standing. It once boasted to be Scotland’s smallest distillery but after an expansion due to demand it is now thought of as Scotland’s Little Gem. The production, which also makes the whisky so unique was once 600 litres per year but now it can produce up to 160,000 litres per year. The name Edradour coming from the Gaelic ‘Edred dobhar’ meaning ‘the stream of King Edred’ who we believe may have been Pictish chieftain in the Dark Ages or a Roman legionnaire who liked this very delicious malt whisky. The distillery was founded in 1825 by local farmers and is currently owned by Signatory Vintage Scotch Whisky who purchased the distillery in 2002 from Pernod Ricard. You should expect a creamy malt whisky with hints of mint, nuts and usually has a port or sherry influence. This single malt whisky was distilled in 2012 at the Edradour distillery before being placed in 1st fill ex Bourbon barrels and left to mature for 10 years. In 2022 casks numbers 45, 46, 48,49 were bottled at 58.2% abv and placed inside an Ibisco decanter for the perfect presented whisky. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Warm honeycomb, gingerbread and toasted oak. Palate: Hints of espresso and milk chocolate, shaved oak, earthy vanilla and soft spice. Finish: Long and bold with citrus and spice. | |
 | La Cofradia Ed. Cactus Reposado Tequila (750ml) Volume: 750ml ABV: 40% Age: No Age Statement Country: Mexico Style: Organic For over 50 years, La Cofradia have been distilling and bottling Tequila and it is with this length of experience that has made them one of the finest and best in the market. Producing top quality products with high quality agave using traditional methods but in a modern industrial plant. Their tequilas are bottled in blown glass or ceramic bottles. La Cofradia (NOM 1137) was the original distillery that produced the now much sought after Clase Azul Tequila. Tequila Cactus edition is packaged in a ceramic bottle, which is heated and created in ovens at 1260° Celsius. Every import in 2022 of Cactus sold our in less than 5 weeks! Simply fun and creative handmade containers with a wow factor for your back bar. Mexico has the largest number of species of cactus in the world and its great reserve of flora and fauna is a source of pride and admiration. On October 10, we commemorate National Cactus Day. About 1,400 species are known worldwide, of which 669 are Mexican. La Cofradia enhances its shapes and colors through this emblematic bottle. Tasting Notes Nose: Light aromas of toffee, oak and dried fruit. Palate: Soft agave, stone fruits and oak. Toffee and caramel | |
 | Glen Elgin 2006 Aged 16 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi #802272 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55.6% Age: 16 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 802272 Date of Distilling: 2006 Matured In: a Bourbon Barrel Un-Chillfiltered Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. An independently bottled single malt from the Glen Elgin distillery which was distilled in 2006 and has spent 16 years in cask number 802272. Bottled at 55.6% ABV and only 290 bottles available. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Ripe orchard fruits and red berries, with creamy vanilla. Palate: Bold and oily, dark fruits, bitter chocolate, orange zest, ginger and summer berries with soft oak. Finish: Medium to long, fresh fruits, orange citrus, ginger and soft spice. | |
 | Loch Lomond 1996 Aged 19 Years Single Grain Scotch Whisky – Murray McDavid (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46% Age: 19 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 602957-60 Matured In: A variety of ex-Bourbon barrels then a finished in 1st Fill Koval Bourbon barrels for 12 months No. Of Bottles: 635 Not Chill-filtered Murray McDavid are highly respected in the Scotch whisky industry, mainly for independently bottling whisky after selecting and ageing the spirit in high quality oak casks. Established in 1996 by Mark Reynier, Simon Coughlin, and Gordon Wright at the closed site of the Coleburn distillery in Speyside, Scotland. They are also known for the purchase of the closed Bruichladdich Distillery in 2000 and reopening this dormant distillery. They did such a good job of restoring production it was sold to Remy Cointreau in 2012 with a considerable profit. This independent bottling by Murray McDavid has been initially matured in a variety of ex-Bourbon barrels then a finished in 1st Fill Koval Bourbon barrels for 12 months. After being matured for no less than 19 years in high quality oak casks it was bottled at 46% ABV as part of the Murray McDavid Select Graind limited release series. Only 635 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Freshly cooked pancakes, honey sweetness, charred oak and citrus. Palate: Summer berries and dark chocolate, vanilla sponge, candy floss and soft herbal notes. Finish: Medium to long with salted caramel and soft spices. About The Distillery The Independently owned Loch Lomond Company currently own this large distillery which produces around 2,500,000 litres of whisky per year. There are 8 single malts currently produced from this distillery Loch Lomond, Old Rusdhu and Inchmurrin are the main bottling labels you would tend to discover. Inchmurrin is named after the largest Island on the loch and is bottled as a ten year old. Vintage malts can also be expected from the Loch Lomond distillery 23 , 33 and 30 years old whiskies are not uncommon and very popular worldwide. This distillery was first known as the Littlemill Distillery and was established in 1965 but a distillery was known to be on the site or there about back in 1814. This distillery brings you wonderful notes of vanilla and fresh cereals, spicy and ginger with some peppery flavours. A very refreshing whisky on the palate. | |
 | Ile Moine 2008 Aged 10 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Murray McDavid (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46% Age: 10 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 1891 Matured In: a single refill Bourbon cask No. Of Bottles: 290 Non Chillfiltered Murray McDavid are highly respected in the Scotch whisky industry, mainly for independently bottling whisky after selecting and ageing the spirit in high quality oak casks. Established in 1996 by Mark Reynier, Simon Coughlin, and Gordon Wright at the closed site of the Coleburn distillery in Speyside, Scotland. They are also known for the purchase of the closed Bruichladdich Distillery in 2000 and reopening this dormant distillery. They did such a good job of restoring production it was sold to Remy Cointreau in 2012 with a considerable profit. This independent bottling by Murray McDavid has been initially matured in a single refill ex Bourbon cask for no less than 10 years. It was bottled at 46% ABV as part of the Murray McDavid Mystery Malt limited release series. Only 290 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Aftre tasting this mystery malt we are absolutely certain it’s a single cask Laphroaig, can you tell what it is? Our Tasting Notes Nose: The peat smoke is bold and sweet, bold smoked barley notes and wonderful citrus notes help combine an amazing aroma. Palate: Big bold peat smoke notes, sea salt, coastal notes, vegetal notes. Simply stunning. Finish: Long and smoky, oily and peaty with a hint of citrus. About The Distillery A mysterious distillery, a well kept secret. which this single malt hails from is kept… well, a mystery. | |
 | Milk & Honey Dead Sea Israeli Single Malt Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55.5% Age: No Age Statement Country: Israel The Milk & Honey Distillery was established in 2014 and is located in Tel Aviv, Israel’s first city and the heart of Israel’s culinary and drinking scene. It is here the owners of the distillery collect their inspiration and passion for their whisky and strive to make world class spirits. It’s no secret that the climate in the middle east os hot and dry with an average 300 days of sun recorded each year. The climate is used in this instance to create a whisky which takes on specific terroir and challenges centuries old techniques and traditions. With a minimum of three years maturation the whisky is graceful. The distillery hired the late Dr Jim Swan, one of the world’s most accomplished Master Distillers and an expert in hot climate distillation and maturation, as an advisor. With its own custom made traditional copper still and the use of exceptional barrels which include but not limited to, ex-Bourbon, ex-red wine and kosher sherry barrels the Distillery produce some excellent whisky. Milk and Honey Distillery aged this whisky at the lowest place on Earth, the Dead Sea, where the temperatures can reach as high as 50 degrees C. That’s almost unheard of for whisky! Big and bold – intense spice and vanilla give this expression an exceptional quality, and well worth trying! Official Tasting Notes Nose: Milk coffee biscuits, vanilla oak and cinnamon Palate: Sweet toffee, vanilla and fragrant aromatics, aniseed with notes of milk chocolate Finish: A shorter, saltier finish | |
 | Lark Peated Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 46% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia The Lark story is not so much about the distillery but the man behind he distillery and for that matter behind the seed of Australian Whisky distilling as we know it today. Bill Lark realised that that everything you need for a world-class whisky was in Tasmania – rich fields of barley, an abundance of wonderfully pure soft water, highland peat bogs, and the perfect climate to bring all the ingredients together in a marriage of science, art and passion. The vision of producing Tasmanian malt whisky was born on a trout fishing trip in the highlands of Tasmania. Bill’s father in-law Max produced a wonderful bottle of single malt, and as they enjoyed a drink in the park at Bothwell, surrounded by Georgian buildings, barley fields and the gentle flowing of the Clyde River, Bill remarked to Max, “I wonder why there isn’t anyone making malt whisky in Tasmania”. This is very tasty stuff. Watch out for limited bottling’s. Lark Tasmanian Peated Single Malt Whisky at 46% ABV is a new addition to the Lark Range. It utilises the island’s own peat bog and post malt smoking process, creating a lightly peated whisky for a bold palate. Official Tasting Notes A wonderfully warming drop for the bold palate, where earthy peat and delicate florals transport you to the untamed. A delicately smoky dram to ignite the senses. | |
 | Lark Rebellion Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 44% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia The Lark story is not so much about the distillery but the man behind he distillery and for that matter behind the seed of Australian Whisky distilling as we know it today. Bill Lark realised that that everything you need for a world-class whisky was in Tasmania – rich fields of barley, an abundance of wonderfully pure soft water, highland peat bogs, and the perfect climate to bring all the ingredients together in a marriage of science, art and passion. The vision of producing Tasmanian malt whisky was born on a trout fishing trip in the highlands of Tasmania. Bill’s father in-law Max produced a wonderful bottle of single malt, and as they enjoyed a drink in the park at Bothwell, surrounded by Georgian buildings, barley fields and the gentle flowing of the Clyde River, Bill remarked to Max, “I wonder why there isn’t anyone making malt whisky in Tasmania”. This is very tasty stuff. Watch out for limited bottling’s. Born from mischief and mastery, Rebellion embraces the madness in the method. This is the renegade, Chinotto seasoned casks, a candied citrus flavour, fired with a bittersweet edge. This single malt whisky in The LARK Signature Collection is signed by Master Blender Chris Thomson Official Tasting Notes Vivacious and bright, it’s best enjoyed neat or over ice. Follow your curiosity into uncharted whisky territory, where cocktails are encouraged, and conventions are there to be challenged. | |
 | Blair Athol 2006 Aged 16 Years Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky – North Star (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 49.5% Age: 16 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: Batch 021 Date of Distilling: September 2006 Date of Bottling: November 2022 Matured In: a single refill Hogshead, then a finished in a single Oloroso Sherry Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered The Blair Athol Distillery is located near Pitlochry in the Highlands of Scotland. Blair Athol was originally the estate village of the picturesque Blair Castle, at whose gates the distillery now stands. The distillery was licensed in 1825, on the site of an older distillery, and was purchased by Arthur Bell and Sons in 1933. Since then the distillery was purchased by the Guinness Group in 1985. Running 4 stills, the distillery produces approximately 2,300,000 litres annually. North Star Spirits is an independent bottler based in Glasgow, Scotland. They pride themselves on bottling the finest single malt Scotch whisky, blended whisky and blended malt Scotch whisky. Producing artisan single cask whisky from various regions of Scotland as well as bottling rums, gins and Bourbon whiskey. All products are small batch, bottled at cask strength. This North Star bottling was distilled at the Blair Athol Distillery in September 2006. It was initially matured in a refill Hogshead before being transferred to a single Oloroso Sherry hogshead. Bottled as part of the Cask Series 21 only 287 bottles were produced with a much smaller amount making it to Australia. Bottled at 49.5% abv. Our Tasting Notes Nose: A wonderful aroma of almond biscuits, hints of honey, caramel, shortbread and shaved dark chocolate Palate: Warming dark hot chocolate, toasted hazelnuts and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Finish: Long with Espresso, dark chocolate, fudge and baking spices. | |
 | Benrinnes 2007 Aged 15 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – North Star (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46.4% Age: 15 Years Old Country: Scotland Date of Distilling: March 2007 Date of Bottling: June 2022 Matured In: an Oloroso Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered The Benrinnes Distillery first produced spirit back in 1826 and was known originally between 1974 and 2007 for producing a partially triple distilled spirit. The distillery itself has been through a tough time, fires and floods have meant it has been rebuilt a number of times and been through a few owners. The distillery is now owned by Diageo and it is used for their well known blends. It was first well known though for producing spirit for use in Crawford’s blended whiskies and was known for its 15 year old vintage. North Star Spirits is an independent bottler based in Glasgow, Scotland. They pride themselves on bottling the finest single malt Scotch whisky, blended whisky and blended malt Scotch whisky. Producing artisan single cask whisky from various regions of Scotland as well as bottling rums, gins and Bourbon whiskey. All products are small batch, bottled at cask strength. An exceptionally tasty single malt from Benrinnes wich was distilled in 2007 and left to mature for no less than 15 years in an Oloroso hogshead. It was bottled in March 2007 at 46.4% abv with only 188 bottles being made available. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Sweet chocolate and coffee Taste: Nutty, chocolate and sweet Finish: The sweetness of the chocolate and smooth coffee lingers | |
 | Mannochmore Aged 14 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – North Star (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 53.9% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: Batch 021 Date of Distilling: March 2008 Date of Bottling: November 2022 Matured In: a single refill Oloroso Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered The Mannochmore Distillery is owned and operated by Diageo and it is located in Elgin situated in Scotland Speyside whisky region. Founded in 1971 by John Haig & Co. The distillery is was quite unusual, it only opened for 12 month periods and then was closed for 12 months alternating with the nearby Glenlossie distillery of which it shared its employees. Since 2008 the distillery operates continuously and has its own crew of employees. North Star Spirits is an independent bottler based in Glasgow, Scotland. They pride themselves on bottling the finest single malt Scotch whisky, blended whisky and blended malt Scotch whisky. Producing artisan single cask whisky from various regions of Scotland as well as bottling rums, gins and Bourbon whiskey. All products are small batch, bottled at cask strength. This independent bottling of Mannochmore was taken from from one Refill Oloroso Hogshead which was distilled in March 2008 and bottled at 53.9% ABV in November 2022 by North Star Spirits. Only 303 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Lemon sherbet, barley sugar Palate: Zesty notes of lemon citrus, creme brulee Finish: coffee, butter | |
 | Highland Region 2011 Aged 11 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – North Star (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 42.9% Age: 13 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: Batch 021 Date of Distilling: May 2011 Date of Bottling: November 2022 Matured In: Port/Oloroso Octaves and a refil Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered North Star Spirits is an independent bottler based in Glasgow, Scotland. They pride themselves on bottling the finest single malt Scotch whisky, blended whisky and blended malt Scotch whisky. Producing artisan single cask whisky from various regions of Scotland as well as bottling rums, gins and Bourbon whiskey. All products are small batch, bottled at cask strength. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled in 2011 at a secret distillery in the Highlands of Scotland before being placed in a mix of port and oloroso octaves and a refill hogshead for 11 years before being bottled at 56.5% ABV with just 265 bottles being produced. | |
 | Dalmunach 2016 Aged 6 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – North Star (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 56.4% Age: 6 Years Old Country: Scotland Date of Distilling: February 2016 Date of Bottling: November 2022 Matured In: Refil Barrel, finished in a Ruby Port Barrel Un-Chillfiltered Dalmunach distillery is a distillery located in Carron in the whisky region of Speyside The distillery was built for the Chivas Regal blends and owned by the Pernod Ricard group. The water source comes from the nearby Ballinom Burn, which originates in the Mannoch Hills. The distillery is named for a nearby pool on the River Spey. The distillery is located beside the Speyside and Moray Way, long-distance footpaths in the region. North Star Spirits is an independent bottler based in Glasgow, Scotland. They pride themselves on bottling the finest single malt Scotch whisky, blended whisky and blended malt Scotch whisky. Producing artisan single cask whisky from various regions of Scotland as well as bottling rums, gins and Bourbon whiskey. All products are small batch, bottled at cask strength. This Whisky was distilled a mere 2 years after the distillery opened in 2016, and aged for 6 years before being bottled at 56.4% ABV with just 285 bottled being produced. | |
 | Dalwhinnie 2008 Aged 14 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – North Star (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 48.9% Age: 14 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: Batch 021 Date of Distilling: March 2008 Date of Bottling: November 2022 Matured In: Refil Hogshead finshed in an Oloroso Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered The Dalwhinnie Distillery has a long history dating back to 1897 when the product was first known as Strathspey whisky. Owned by Diageo it produces around 2 million litres of spirit annually. The distillery was completely refurbished in 1986 and then a visitors centre created 5 years later. The name Dalwhinnie means ‘meeting place’ in Gaelic and this distillery is the second highest in Scotland, sitting 1073 feet above sea level. In most publications it will be referred to as the highest but Braeval distillery near Glenlivet is the highest recorded at 1665 feet above see level. A distillery so high is very unusual as one of the main ingredients is water which generally flows downhill being why most distilleries are found in glens or on the coast. North Star Spirits is an independent bottler based in Glasgow, Scotland. They pride themselves on bottling the finest single malt Scotch whisky, blended whisky and blended malt Scotch whisky. Producing artisan single cask whisky from various regions of Scotland as well as bottling rums, gins and Bourbon whiskey. All products are small batch, bottled at cask strength. Independent bottlings of Dalwhinnie are extremely rare and hard to come by. This bottling was distilled in 2008 and left to mature in a single hogshead and finished an oloroso hogshead over 14 years before being bottled at 48.9% abv with only 252 bottles being proudced. Tasting Notes Nose: Light peppery nose, slight nuttiness Palate: Stoned fruits and toffee, warm freshly cooked oats and custard. Finish: A slightly salty finish, hints of cocoa sweetness. | |
 | Highland Park Cask Strength Release 1 Volume: 700ml ABV: 63.3% Age: No Age Statement Country: Scotland Welcome to Scotland’s most northerly distillery situated on Orkney a large Island of the coast of northern Scotland. In the 18th century an infamous smuggler called Magnus Eunson operated an illicit distillery. When Magnus was caught one of the men who captured him was excise officer John Robertson who took over the running of the distillery in 1816.The distillery was founded in the 1790’s so this makes it one of the oldest distilleries in Scotland. Every part of production here was done by hand and even today Highland Park still take time and hardwork by producing malted barley with tradition floor maltings. Highland Park is now owned by the Edrington Group and William Grant & Sons, it produces 2,500,000 litres of whisky annually. The distillery now has a very good visitors centre which was awarded 5 stars as a recognised attraction. Highland Park has released a cask strength single malt named Highland Park Cask Strength and it is exactly as you would expect it to be! Aged predominantly in sherry-seasoned American oak casks and bottled without any chill-filtration at a staggering 63.3% ABV. A full-bodied whisky, showing off what Highland Park are known and respected for: sweet smoke, hints of honey, and a long finish. Official Tasting Notes Nose: orchard fruits, spice, smooth smokey vanilla Palate: the spiced fruits and smokey vanilla continues bringing in some toffee elements Finish: long smokey and spicy finish | |
 | Fleurieu Distillery Ecto Gammat Limited Release Single Malt Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 52.9% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia Ecto Gammat was the pivotal line issued by Leeloo in the classic Sci-Fi movie “The Fifth Element”. It means “Never without my permission”. So too with whisky barrels. They are ready when they say so and never before. This peated release is a marriage (with the barrels’ permission) of Port and Apera single malt. Limited to 460 hand-numbered bottles, 52.9% alc/vol and available in 700ml bottles. Official Tasting Notes The nose is heavily influenced by the port casks, hints of raisins, dried fruits and tobacco are rounded off with a medium salty peat smoke in the finish. Awards: Silver Medal 2019 Australian Distilled Spirits Awards, Silver Medal Tasting Australia Awards 2019 | |
 | Belgrove Cask Strength Hopped Australian Malt Whisky (500ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 61.7% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia There’s no distillery in the world that we know of that is as raw as Belgrove. Peter Bignall the owner and operator is a whisky wizard. He grow his own ryecorn to produce 100% rye whisky. He built his own copper pot still from scratch which is powered by biofuel which is used cooking oil, from a roadhouse next to his farm. Hot water is also biofuel heated. Peter’s tractors, forklift and truck also run on Biodiesel made from the used cooking oil. The only significant material Peter brings to the farm is waste cooking oil and the main product to leave is whisky. The spent mash is fed to the Belgrove sheep. Cooling water comes from the nearby dam and the waste water is either recycled or used for irrigation, including the next rye crop. Brewing and diluting water is harvested from the roof of the distillery farm sheds – there’s a lot of farm sheds. Yeast is often reused. This operation resinates with the terms “sustainable” “closed loop” “small carbon footprint” “green” “farm based” “value adding” “craft” “low food miles”. Belgrove Distillery is the future of whisky distillation with low impact on the environment and high impact on flavour. Jim Murray well known whisky writer and author of The Whisky Bible has rated this whisky ‘Liquid Gold’. We urge you to delve deeper. This whisky is in keeping with Belgroves sustainable processes and values of minimal waste. It is made by distilling hopped beers from several micro breweries. The beers were not up to their normal standards and would have gone down the drain if they had not been rescued by Peter. In case you didn’t know, malt whisky is normally made by distilling beer that does not have hops added. It doesn’t matter what this whisky was aged in, it’s unique and supports minimal waste. Supporting something this tasty using he methods above has produce a real winner. Bottled at 61.7% ABV. | |
 | Spirit Thief Distilling Co. American Oak Cabernet & Bourbon Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 48.3% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia Spirit Thief Distilling Co. were originally started as a small scale whisky club with friends who were interested in sampling and exploring whisky mainly matured in Australian red wine casks. These friends were very keen on starting to make an impression in the industry and so developed an independent bottling label. Their successful independent bottling business soon extended into a gypsy distilling company. What’s gypsy distilling you may ask! We Spirit Thief do not have a specific distillery location but instead use other distilleries to produce their spirit. Almost like steeling the excess spirit from a distillery that is overproducing. They then choose their own high quality ex wine casks and mature the whisky. When ready they bottle this at it’s perfect alcohol strength giving you the satisfaction of whisky that was loved and cared for throughout its full maturation period. This whisky was matured in 30% American Oak ex-Bourbon and 70% American Oak Cabernet casks from South Australia’s Clare Valley wine region, renowned for bold, elegant Cabernet that rivals the rest of the world. Both casks have been toasted and re-charred. Bottled at 48.3% ABV Producers Tasting Notes Nose: Vanilla fudge, lemon drizzle cake, candied orange-peel Palate: Stewed plums with cinnamon, fig jam, praline, cream-butter pastry and vanilla custard Finish: Finishing with dark cocoa, mocha and a lingering rum and raisin. The best of the North and the Deep South. | |
 | Bladnoch 14 Years Old 2022 Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46.7% Age: 14 Years Old Country: Scotland The Bladnoch distillery was originally established in 1817 by brothers John and Thomas McClelland. It was licensed in 1825 and the spirit was made by using barley grown in the surrounding fields. The distillery has not had an easy life with many owners passing through the distillery over the next 100 years. It was in 2014 when the distillery was placed into receivership that Australian Entrepreneur David Prior decided to purchase the distillery with the deal going through in 2015. A complete refurbishment then took place and brought the distilleries production back online. Casks that have sat in the warehouses for many years maturing are now being used to create some very unique and memorable whiskies. Today, under the auspices of Australian owner David Prior, Bladnoch produces a light, grassy and malty Lowland-style malt. The whisky being released from the distillery at the current moment is from the Raymond Armstrong era when a more delicate style was introduced with some peated malt also being used in production. The Bladnoch 14 years old was matured in exclusively in ex Oloroso sherry casks. Showing all the aromas and tastes that we love in our favourite whiskies. dark chocolate, Christmas spices, dried dark fruits and orchard fruits. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Dark dried fruits which have been soaked in sherry, freshly baked chocolate cookies, dark chocolate coated raisins and vanilla oak. Palate: Creamy, full bodied and slightly herbal. Raisins, sultanas, figs and plums. Balanced oak with dark chocolate, toffee sweetness and Christmas spices. Finish: More spices, sawdust, citrus and dark chocolate. | |
 | Aultmore 2006 Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Hidden Spirits (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 51.4% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: AU619 Date of Distilling: 2006 Date of Bottling: 2019 Matured In: ex-Bourbon American Oak Cask the finished in an ex-Bolesna Red Wine Cask Non Chill-filtered This independent bottle by the Hidden Spirits Whisky Company was distilled at the Aultmore distillery in Speyside. It has been mostly matured in an ex-Bourbon American oak cask then finished in an ex-Bolesna Red Wine Cask for 28 months. Only 303 bottles were produced. A very aromatic Speyside whisky which is full of fruity flavours. The underlying tones of the ex-Bourbon cask make way for big fruity flavours from the red wine cask. | |
 | Cardhu Aged 14 Years 2019 Special Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: Age: 14 Years Country: Scotland The word “Cardhu” derives from the Scots Gaelic Carn Dubh, meaning “Black Rock”. Cardhu is a Speyside distillery near Archiestown in Moray, Scotland. The distillery was founded in 1824 by whisky smuggler named John Cumming and his wife Helen. Now run by owned and run by spirits powerhouse Diageo and the distillery’s Scotch whisky makes up an important part of the Johnnie Walker blended whiskies. Released as part of Diageo’s Special Releases 2019 this release from Cardhu Distillery is appropriately packaged. A fragrant floral single malt double matured in ex-Amontillado sherry hogsheads for 14 years. Bottled at 55% abv and only 4,860 bottles were produced for worldwide consumption. Tasting Notes Nose: Floral, herbaceous, sweet, freshly cooked corn chips, big and fruity, fruit salad and summer berries. Taste: Pears and loads of fruity flavours lead to a big hit of vanilla. Finish: Sweet and floral, candy floss or even perhaps Irn Bru! | |
 | Ledaig Aged 12 Years Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Chorlton Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 55.5% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland A relatively new Indie bottler with very interesting and colourful designs on the labels. Some fantastic spirit within the actual bottlings, it’s a range of whiskies that you cannot overlook, normally bottled undiluted, uncoloured, unchillfiltered, cask strength and a limited run, all leading to great reviews across the board. The Ledaig or Tobermory Distillery is a single malt whisky distillery located on the island of Mull in the Inner Hebrides off the West Coast of Scotland. Originally founded in 1798 by John Sinclair, under the name Ledaig (pronounced ‘led-chigg’). The distillery closed in 1837 and reopening in 1878, the distillery was acquired in 1890 by John Hopkins and Company. Today, Tobermory is the only distillery on the Isle of Mull. The distillery has quite a small annual capacity of just one million litres and runs at but three quarters of this capacity. In 1930, the distillery closed and was used as a power plant. It was not the only time Tobermory had been used for purposes other than whisky distillation; in 1982 the buildings were leased to a dairy company who used them for storing cheese. The distillery uses malted barley which is shipped from the Port Ellen maltings at the South-East of Islay, also home to a more recent experiment whereby some casks are sent for maturation on the island, these are bottled as Ledaig. The usual releases show us that when it’s bottled Tobermory then no or little peat has been used in the production but when it is released as Ledaig there is a high amount of peat content in the production and therefor a smoky whisky is created. This single malt whisky was distilled at the Tobermory/Ledaig distillery before being placed in a single ex-Bourbon Hogshead and left to mature for 12 years. It was bottled at 55.5% abv with only 311 bottles being produced for worldwide enjoyment. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Smoky with orchard fruits and malted barley, very Laphroaig like! Palate: Clean and fruity, marshmallows, almonds, malted barley and signature smoke. Finish: Dry and creamy, barley sugars and smouldering embers. | |
 | Fleurieu Distillery Never A Dull Moment Australian Single Malt Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 47.6% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia The Fleurieu Distillery is situated on the waters edge in the river port of Goolwa in South Australia. The environmental conditions are perfect to create a whisky which exhumes expressive maple, vanilla oak and spicy sea air. The distillery is owned and operated by Gareth and Angela Andrews who have been distilling quietly until their first release in 2017 caught the attention of many whisky drinkers world wide. Since this first release the distillery has been graced with many local and international awards for their whisky including Gold medals in Australia and Gold in the United States. At the Fleurieu Distillery, barrels are not just numbered but named too. Names on casks enables the distillers to recognise what size it is, where it is stored and can even reveal the type of barrel. In the series of larger format barrels (225 litre barriques) fondly called “The Matriarchs” are casks named after women in our family. A fun-loving recognition of their influence in shaping not only the lives of those they encountered but also those of future generations. Lively, sweet with depth of flavour, this Apera whisky perfectly encapsulates the collective ‘personalities’ that have gone into creating this release. Krissy, Viv, Anna and Carolyn – women whose humour, encouragement and generosity of spirit continue to lift and inspire us. If ever all four were in a room we could guarantee Never A Dull Moment! Never A Dull Moment is perfect to enjoy with the inspirational person in your life.It was then bottled at 47.6% ABV Our Tasting Notes Nose: Citrus fruits, maple syrup and chocolate sweetness Palate: vanilla toffee, fruit sweetness and a touch of spice Finish: Long lasting toffee | |
 | Glentauchers 2011 Aged 10 Years Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky – The Single Malts Of Scotland (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 58.6% Age: 10 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number: 110000395 Date of Distilling: 19/04/22 Matured In: A Single Barrel Un-Chillfiltered The Single Malts Of Scotland range is brought to us by London based Elixir Distillers. They specialise in independently bottling Japanese and Scottish whisky but also bottle American and Irish whisky from time to time.The company’s three core whisky brands are Elements of Islay, Port Askaig and The Single Malts of Scotland, while it also bottles navy rum under the Black Tot brand. The Single Malts of Scotland range provides independent bottlings of vintage single malt Scotch from many distilleries and at a variety of ages. Glentauchers Distillery is a Speyside distillery which mainly produces whisky for blends, initially Buchanan’s and Black & White, and these days Ballantine’s. The distillery was founded in 1897 by W P Lowrie, a Glasgow-based whisky trader, and James Buchanan, a renowned blender. The distillery was built on the Tauchers farm which sits four miles west of the town of Keith. The distillery boasts long fermentation and slow distillation making the whisky more floral and light than earthy and weighty. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Glentauchers distillery before being placed in an ex Bourbon Barrel and left to mature for 10 years. In April 2022 it was bottled at 58.6% abv by Elixir Distillers. Only 215 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Tasting Notes Nose: Sweet poached summer fruits, butter cakes and fresh vanilla toffee Taste: Continued sweet fruits, pears, peaches and pineapple, spiced honey and soft cinnamon notes. Finsih: A long sticky-sweet finish on this one. | |
 | Writers Tears Cask Strength 2017 Pot Still Irish Whiskey (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 53% Age: No Age Statement Country: Ireland This Writers Tears Pot Still whiskey is bottled at cask strength giving it a little for warmth and lots more flavour. Distilled at the Walsh distillery, Carlow, Ireland. Triple distilled and then aged in American oak casks, a truly excellent bottling of the this Irish whiskey. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Lots of honey and fruit at first. Peaches and kumquat, apricots and a little banana. Palate: The peach and banana is more evident now as this whisky develops a creamy texture. Finish: A long finish with pineapple and coconut. | |
 | The Shinobu 10 Years Old Pure Malt Japanese Whisky – Mizunara Oak Finish (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 43% Age: 10 Years Old Country: Japan Niigata is known in Japan for its “Three White” treasures, i.e. snow, rice and sake, and a naturally blessed environment for pure water source. Shinobu means “Forbearance” in Japanese as it is how the distiller’s spirit should be when making quality whisky. Shinobu Whisky is hand crafted by the distiller, Mr. Usami. He carefully selects whisky from around the world and first matures this in ex-Sherry and ex-Bourbon casks. It is then finishing in precious Japanese Mizunara oak and further maturing of the spirit takes place in Japan. The result is a unique fusion of flavours and dynamic explosion in palate yet so smooth and easy to drink. All natural with no colouring. Mizunara is an expensive oak which is hard to craft into barrels, but imparts incredible flavour on the spirit of Shinobu. This pure malt has been maturing for no less than 10 years which has now allowed the spirit to take on some very inspiring characteristics. One of the best value Japanese whiskies going around today, bottled at 43% abv Our Tasting Notes Nose: Crisp and sparkling citrus, vanilla spice and fresh floral notes with wood shavings. Palate: Espresso coffee with vanilla cream and fresh bursts of citrus complimented by Mizunara oak earthiness. Finish: The Mizunara oak dominates and leads to a sweet fruity combination of flavours. Awards: Category Winner at WWA 2020, Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirit Awards | |
 | Dailuaine 12 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi Laudale Batch 3 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland This single malt whisky was distilled at the Dailuaine distillery before being placed in first fill Sherry casks and left to mature for 12 years. It was bottled at 46% abv as part of the Laudale Range. The Dailuaine distillery is known for producing whisky that is meaty and malty with cereals and plenty of fruity components. Dailuaine derives from the Scottish Gaelic ‘An dail uaine’ meaning ‘green valley’. This distilleries whiskies are rarely seen and sought after when they are available. Owners Diageo use the malt from the distillery in blends, mainly Johnnie Walker. Only the best casks make it out to be independently bottled. Available usually at cask strength as a vintage or aged statement. Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. The Laudale Range is named after the Laudale Estate on the West Coast of Scotland. Only 1420 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Tasting Notes Palate: Treacle sponge with waxy Seville orange peel and clotted Crème Anglaise. Finish: Cadbury’s Twix with hazelnut oil and dark chocolate. | |
 | Lagavulin Aged 12 Years 2019 Special Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 56.5% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Owned by the spirits powerhouse Diageo the Lagavulin Distillery has stood tall for many years, since 1816 to be exact. The distillery itself sits in the village of Lagavulin on the south side of the island Islay off Scotland’s West Coast. Most whisky connoisseurs name Lagavulin to be their first whisky that inspired them to follow whisky and an industry basked in mystery and wonder. The name Lagavulin is an anglicisation of Lag a’ Mhuilinn, the Scottish Gaelic for hollow of the mill. The yearly Lagavulin special release is always sought after and more often than not this release is the pick of the whiskies for the year. This year is no exception, classic Islay laga smoke combined with delicious fruits, sea salt and cured meats. A combination made in heaven. The theme of this years Diageo Special Releases is ‘Rare By Nature’, how fitting this bottling is to the release name.. Tasting Notes Nose: Creamy smoked butter, bonfires on a cold evening beside the turbulent sea air. Apple pie stewed apples, wrapped in freshly made pastry and baked. Some floral notes too, newly cut lawn, barley fields. Taste: Lemon tart with buttery pastries. Oily mouthfeel that leads to plenty of clean smoke and a little ash. Finish: Citrus and smoke leads to sea salt and spice. | |
 | Ardmore 2008 Aged 8 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Asta Morris (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 53% Age: 8 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: AM 093 Distilled In: 2008 Bottled: 2017 Matured In: ex-Bourbon cask Un-Chillfiltered Asta Morris independent bottlers was created by Bert Bruyneel. Bert has had a passion for whisky for over 20 years which was started when back in 1994 he had experienced a Jack Daniels single barrel whisky. Since then he has been heavily involved in the whisky industry winning awards and becoming members of many whisky clubs in Europe. Bert is also an old friend of Bill Walker the former BenRiach, GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Master Distiller, who is now working with Glenallachie. Ardmore Distillery is situated in the village of Kennethmont in Aberdeenshire on Scotland’s east coast. Owned and operated by Beam Suntory it was originally built in 1898 and now produces over 6 million litres of spirit per annum. It is better known for producing distillery bottlings of high quality whisky often peated but also non peated. This independently bottled single malt whisky has been taken from a single ex-Bourbon cask. The spirit is from the Ardmore distillery and has been complimented by the barrel in which it was stored and matured for 8 years. Bottled at natural cask strength of 53% abv producing 268 bottles. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Lemon citrus accompanies floral notes and vanilla pod sweetness. Pickled ginger and grassiness follows. Palate: Toffee sweetness leads to delicate fruits and plenty of fresh maltiness. There’s touches of smoke and cracked black pepper. Finish: A long malt driven ending with more smoke and spice. | |
 | Auchroisk 2006 Aged 13 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #14 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 58.3% Age: 13 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number: 804082 Date of Distilling: 2006 Matured In: Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Auchroisk Distillery is situated in Banffshire, Speyside Scotland. The Distillery produces a heavy malt whisky made by rapid mashing, quick fermentation and rapid boiling distillation. The new make recedes with maturation, being replaced by a balanced honeyed cereal sweetness. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Auchroisk Distillery before being placed in a refill Hogshead barrel in 2006 and left to mature for 13 years. It was bottled at 58.3% abv and marks bottling number 14 of the Infrequent Flyers Only 273 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Lots of tropical fruits including mango, banana and pineapple. Citrus in the form of grapefruit and some marzipan. Palate: Fruit salad and honey sweetness, some burnt toffee and peppery spice. Finish: Medium to long and the fruit and honey as well as the spice really hand around. | |
 | Glen Elgin 2006 Aged 13 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #13 (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 59% Age: 13 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number: 801068 Date of Distilling: 2006 Matured In: Hogshead Un-Chillfiltered Independent bottlers, have been around for a many years. They source whiskies from different distilleries throughout Scotland and around the world, and using their experience bottle them as single casks. These whiskies are then presented in their most natural form which includes no chill filtering, bottling at natural colour, and more options at cask strength. Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. Glen Elgin Distillery is situated in the heart of Speyside approximately 3 miles south of Elgin. This distillery was the last distillery to be built during the boom years of the 1890s. The architect, Charles Doig, stated it would be the last one built in Speyside for 50 years. His prediction was remarkably accurate with Tormore being the next distillery built, in 1958. The original site was chosen for its water source and close proximity to the railway line. Unfortunately the water source proved unreliable and permission for a railway siding was refused. Until the 1950s the distillery was entirely operated and lit by paraffin. All machinery was driven by a paraffin engine and a water turbine. The distillery is owned by the ‘Elgin Group which also owns Linkwood, Glenlossie and Mannochmore. The whisky is still a key component of White Horse blended whisky, which is exported to over 200 countries worldwide. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Glen Elgin Distillery before being placed in an ex-bourbon Hogshead barrel in 2006 and left to mature for 13 years. It was bottled at 59% abv and marks bottling number 13 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 249 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Floral and herbaceous with honeycomb and tropical fruits. Palate: Apple strudel and vanilla custard, warm drizzled honey and spice. Finish: Long and oily with plenty of spice and fruits. | |
 | Dailuaine Laudale Batch 3 Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Adelphi (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): N/A Date of Distilling: N/A Date of Bottling: N/A Matured In: Sherry casks Un-Chillfiltered Dailuaine derives from the Scottish Gaelic ‘An dail uaine’ meaning ‘green valley’. This distilleries whiskies are rarely seen and sought after when they are available. Owners Diageo use the malt from the distillery in blends, mainly Johnnie Walker. Only the best casks make it out to be independently bottled. Available usually at cask strength as a vintage or aged statement. Expect a heavy meaty malt whisky with cereals and plenty of fruity components. Adelphi exist to identify the very small number of casks that have produced the ultimate whiskies. The criteria for selection include rarity and maturity, but above all flavour. These whiskies are both rare and sought-after – these very special casks are so rare that, on average, Adelphi accepts a mere 4% that it is offered. Each single cask of whisky matures its contents very differently, imparting its own character to the whisky it holds and, as a result, there are never two Adelphi’s quite the same. Bottled as part of the Laudale Range of whiskies by Adelphi this whisky has spent its life maturing in sherry barrels. With a rather small outturn of only 1420 bottles for worldwide consumption and bottled at 46% abv. It was distilled at the Dailuaine Distillery in Speyside, Scotland. Laudale is a river and an Estate on the West Coast of Scotland near Glenborrodale and the Ardnamurchan Distillery. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Orange citrus and toffee sponge cake. Palate: Toffee and shortbread combine with vanilla cream. Finish: dark chocolate and toasted nuts. | |
 | Black Gate Peated Cask Strength Australian Single Malt Whisky – Cask BG074 (500ml) Volume: 500ml ABV: 66.5% Age: No Age Statement Country: Australia Since 2009 Brian Hollingworth and Genise Hollingworth have worked tirelessly to bring their dream to reality. The Black Gate Distillery was opened to the public in 2012 and is a monument for the continued research Brian and Genise have dedicated their lives to. The distillery is located in Central West New South Wales and is the first to be constructed in the area. They offer a unique experience and produce hand crafted spirits at the highest quality. The cask strength peated whiskies released at the Black Gate Distillery are notorious for being big bold robust flavour bombs. If this is the type of whisky you really enjoy then we would suggest that grabbing one will not be enough. Bottled at natural cask strength from barrel BG074 which was previously used to hold Tawny Port. Distilled in June 2017 and bottled in July 2020. One of only 170 bottles produced. | |
 | Bladnoch 17 Years Old Californian Red Wine Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 46.7% Age: 17 Years Old Country: Scotland The distillery was founded in 1817 by Thomas McClelland, and remained in the family’s hands till 1930 when it was acquired by the Belfast Distilling Company. Once distilling as part of Bell’s, Bladnoch has been shaped under the guise of various owners during its almost 200 year history. It was in 2014 when the distillery was placed into receivership that Australian Entrepreneur David Prior decided to purchase the distillery with the deal going through in 2015. A complete refurbishment then took place and brought the distilleries production back online alongside celebrated Master Distiller Ian MacMillan. Casks that have sat in the warehouses for many years maturing are now being used to create some very unique and memorable whiskies. Bladnoch produces a light, grassy and malty Lowland-style malt. The whisky being released from the distillery at the current moment is from the Raymond Armstrong era when a more delicate style was introduced with some peated malt also being used in production. The Bladnoch 17 years old has spent most of its life maturing in ex Bourbon barrels before being given some time to finish in ex Californian red wine casks. This has created a whisky with layers of fruit and rich in character. Bottled at 46.7% abv and no colouring or chillfiltration has been used. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Malty, dried dark fruits of raisins, sultanas and figs, milk chocolate, espresso and ripe cherries. Palate: Toffee sweetness, orange marmalade, dark chocolate and cherries, cinnamon and dark fruits. Finish: Buttery shortbread, liquorice and spiced oak. | |
 | Barrel Craft Spirits Cask Strength Whiskey – Infinite Barrel Project (750ml) Volume: 750ml ABV: 61.45% Age: No Age Statement Country: America Bottled: February 12th 2020 Barrel Craft Spirits are based in Louisville, Kentucky and are an independent bottler and blender of unique aged, cask strength sourced whiskey and rum. Their goal is to select and blend products that explore different distillation methods, barrels and ageing environments, and bottle them at cask strength. Every batch is produced as a limited release and has an intentionally distinct flavour profile. The tradition of keeping an infinity bottle is well known to whiskey collectors and aficionados around the world. Take the last ounces of each whisk(e)y bottle as you finish it, and pour them into a bottle you’ve set aside. Barrel Craft Spirits are honouring the Infinity bottle tradition in their own way by introducing the Infinite Barrel Project. This bottling begins with a blend of nine whiskies from four different countries. These whiskies are then combined with carefully selected matured whiskies creating a complex ever changing whisky. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Toffee, dried dark fruits of raisins, prunes and sultanas, polished oak and hazelnuts. Palate: Toasted hazelnuts, marzipan, mil chocolate caramel and toasty oak. Finish: Warm salted walnuts and butterscotch. | |
 | The Shin 10 Years Old Mizunara Oak Finish Japanese Malt Whisky (750ml) Volume: 750ml ABV: 48% Age: 10 Years Old Country: Japan Niigata is known in Japan for its “Three White” treasures, i.e. snow, rice and sake, and a naturally blessed environment for pure water source. Shinobu means “Forbearance” in Japanese as it is how the distiller’s spirit should be when making quality whisky. Ken Usami, the master distiller of Shinobu Distillery, took the sourced liquid streams, carefully blended them and finished everything in casks of Mizunara—a coveted Japanese oak that imparts delicate notes of sandalwood and spice into matured spirit. What comes out of the barrel is a balanced drink with a deep amber hue. It holds aromas subtly evoking vanilla and the fresh bloom of spring. In its medium body are threads of coffee and citrus zest. Enjoyed neat, you can gain an easy sense of why the judges in San Francisco were so enamoured. This is a complex sipper which demands a disproportionate amount of attention for such a relatively young spirit. Shin Malt Whisky is made by selecting whiskies from ‘different distilleries’ which were initially aged in ex-sherry and ex-bourbon casks. Awarded a ‘Best In Class’ distinction at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2020. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Dried dark fruits of raisins, sultanas, plums and dates, vanilla spice, grapefruits zest and toasted oak. Palate: Sweet vanilla sponge cake, plums and raisins, dark chocolate and espresso with hints of citrus. Finish: Sandalwood, citrus and balanced spice. Awards Best In Class – San Francisco Spirits Competition 2020 Gold Medal – San Francisco Spirits Competition 2020 | |
 | Craigellachie 2007 Aged 12 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Rest and Be Thankful (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV:54.6% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 314992 Date of Distilling: 12/12/2007 Date of Bottling: 24/02/2020 Matured In: Bourbon Cask Un-Chillfiltered Rest & Be Thankful took inspiration for their name from an inscription on a stone on top of Glen Croe in 1753, written by soldiers who were thankful to have made the long and steep ascent and had a place to rest. The company is the brainchild of Eamonn Jones and Aidan Smith, who between them run Fox Fitzgerald Whisky Trading Company. They developed a close relationship with ex-Bruichladdich directors & shareholders, Eamonn & Aidan proposed bottling their private casks of Bruichladdich, Octomore and Port Charlotte under the “Rest & Be Thankful name. Since then, the Rest & Be Thankful offering has evolved, and have included single casks from Scotland’s great distilleries such as Macallan, Highland Park, Springbank, Bunnahabhain and many more thus providing enthusiasts and malt lovers a spectrum of true expressions from the cask. The Craigellachie distillery was opened in 1891 by the Craigellachie Distillery Company Ltd and was mainly used for producing White Horse blended whisky. In 2004 they released their first single malt aged 14 years. The distillery is now currently owned by John Dewar and Sons and they collect the water for making whisky from a spring on Little Conval Hill. The distillery also uses worm tubs style condensers for their stills, this allows for the new make spirit to retain more of a sulphurous and meaty character. With this malt whisky you can expect perfume, sweetness and spice with a hint of mint and freshly cut lawn. This single cask whisky was distilled in 2007 at the Craigellachie Distillery and it was placed in an ex bourbon cask and left to mature for 12 years. In February 2020 it was bottled at 54.6% abv by the Rest & Be Thankful Whisky Co. Only 299 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Orchard fruits of apricot, pear and apple with a drizzle of warm honey and a touch of charred oak. Palate: Dried orchard fruits, charred oak and baking spices. Finish: Nutmeg and clove with green grapes. | |
 | Macduff 2007 Aged 12 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Rest and Be Thankful (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 58.1% Age: 12 Years Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 11200 Date of Distilling: 05/11/2007 Date of Bottling: 24/02/2020 Matured In: Bourbon Cask Un-Chillfiltered Rest & Be Thankful took inspiration for their name from an inscription on a stone on top of Glen Croe in 1753, written by soldiers who were thankful to have made the long and steep ascent and had a place to rest. The company is the brainchild of Eamonn Jones and Aidan Smith, who between them run Fox Fitzgerald Whisky Trading Company. They developed a close relationship with ex-Bruichladdich directors & shareholders, Eamonn & Aidan proposed bottling their private casks of Bruichladdich, Octomore and Port Charlotte under the “Rest & Be Thankful name. Since then, the Rest & Be Thankful offering has evolved, and have included single casks from Scotland’s great distilleries such as Macallan, Highland Park, Springbank, Bunnahabhain and many more thus providing enthusiasts and malt lovers a spectrum of true expressions from the cask. The Macduff Distillery was built in 1962 and is sometimes more well known as the Glen Deveron Distillery. it is situated in the Highland whisky region of Scotland and is owned by Bacardi. The distillery boasts 5 stills and produces around 2,400,000 litres of spirit every year which is mostly used for blended whisky. Independent bottlings from this distillery are right on the money. This single cask whisky was distilled in 2007 at the Macduff Distillery and it was placed in an ex bourbon cask and left to mature for 12 years. In February 2020 it was bottled at 58.1% abv by the Rest & Be Thankful Whisky Co. Only 283 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Freshly baked wholemeal bread, garden herbs, vanilla and honey sweetness. Palate: Vanilla biscuits, honeycomb, pickled ginger and porridge oats. Finish: Tropical fruits of melon and mango with citrus. | |
 | Fettercairn 2007 Aged 12 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Rest and Be Thankful (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV:57.2% Age: 12 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number(s): 801513 Date of Distilling: 05/09/2007 Date of Bottling: 24/02/2020 Matured In: Bourbon Cask Un-Chillfiltered Rest & Be Thankful took inspiration for their name from an inscription on a stone on top of Glen Croe in 1753, written by soldiers who were thankful to have made the long and steep ascent and had a place to rest. The company is the brainchild of Eamonn Jones and Aidan Smith, who between them run Fox Fitzgerald Whisky Trading Company. They developed a close relationship with ex-Bruichladdich directors & shareholders, Eamonn & Aidan proposed bottling their private casks of Bruichladdich, Octomore and Port Charlotte under the “Rest & Be Thankful name. Since then, the Rest & Be Thankful offering has evolved, and have included single casks from Scotland’s great distilleries such as Macallan, Highland Park, Springbank, Bunnahabhain and many more thus providing enthusiasts and malt lovers a spectrum of true expressions from the cask. The Fettercairn Distillery is situated in the small Scottish town of Fettercairn, very close to the Cairngorm Mountain range in Scotland’s Eastern Highland district. The distillery has an open topped mash tun, wooden washbacks and small stills. The spirit produced between 1995 and 2009 had a rather heavy and nutty style that was until a cooling ring was attached to the top of the swan neck. This cooling ring sprays cold water down the sides of the still which aids reflux and helps produce a lighter style spirit. This single cask whisky was distilled in 2007 at the Fettercairn Distillery and it was placed in an ex bourbon cask and left to mature for 12 years. In February 2020 it was bottled at 57.2% abv by the Rest & Be Thankful Whisky Co. Only 316 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Red fruits of strawberry and raspberry, orchard fruits of apple, pear and apricot. Toasted pistachio biscuits with a pinch of sea salt. Palate: Valencia oranges, garden herbs and vanilla fudge with some sea salt. Finish: Herbal with vanilla and a touch of oak. | |
 | Deanston 2009 Aged 10 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky – Infrequent Flyers #16 (700ml) Cask Number: 6349 Date of Distilling: 2009 Matured In: Finished in a Rye Barrel. Un-Chillfiltered Established in 2008 The Alistair Walker Company is based in Grangemouth in Central Scotland. Alistair has almost 20 years experience in the whisky industry and is not affiliated to any one distillery. Alistair’s career in the whisky industry began in January 1997, at Burn Stewart Distillers in a sales and marketing role for over six years. At that time Burn Stewart was the custodian of two single malt distilleries – Deanston and Tobermory. In October 2004, he joined The BenRiach Distillery Company, and remained with them for over twelve years, until the business was eventually sold. This was a new-start business, that had been set up in 2004 following the acquisition, by three entrepreneurs, of the BenRiach Distillery from Pernod Ricard. In addition to BenRiach, Alistair also had the good fortune to work with the GlenDronach and Glenglassaugh Distilleries, with BenRiach having acquired GlenDronach in 2008, and then Glenglassaugh in 2013. In 2018, Alistair found himself on hiatus, and contemplating what to do next. Keen to be his own boss and also wishing to remain in the whisky sector, he decided to venture into the exciting world of independent bottling. Making the move from distillery to independent bottler is very much a case of ‘gamekeeper turned poacher’. Fortunately, independent bottling is a vibrant category at present; as more and more whisky enthusiasts are seeking out single cask bottlings and whisky releases that are a little different, somewhat unique, and often from less familiar distilleries. The whiskies the are bottled under the brand name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. That name refers to the nature of many of the casks that are bottled – often whiskies from lesser-known distilleries that are of excellent quality, but have never been widely or consistently available. As such, many of the bottlings are of whiskies that you just don’t see so often – hence the name ‘Infrequent Flyers’. The Deanston Distillery is located on the banks of the River Teith, eight miles from the town of Stirling. It is the largest distillery owned by Burn Stewart Distillers Ltd, who also own Bunnahabhain Distillery and Tobermory distillery. Deanston Distillery was traditionally a working mill but was transformed into a distillery in 1966. The constant supply of pure water from the River Teith contributed to the decision to turn the mill into a distillery and Deanston is now one of only a handful of distilleries in Scotland to be self-sufficient in electricity, with power generated by an onsite hydro-electric facility. Deanston sits in the Highland single malt region of Scotland and produces whisky which is handmade by ten local craftsmen. This single cask single malt whisky was distilled at the Deanston Distillery before being placed in an ex-bourbon Hogshead barrel in 2007 and left to mature. It was then finished in a Rye Cask for a period. Bottled at 58.4% abv and marks bottling number 27 of the Infrequent Flyers series. Only 243 bottles were produced for worldwide distribution. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Banana cake with chiros and cinnamon créme brûlée Palate: Creamy pana cotta, toffee and vanilla with a big burst of freshly cracked black pepper. Finish: Black pepper spice. | |
 | Blended Malt 2001 Aged 19 Years Scotch Malt Whisky – Liquid Treasures (700ml) Volume: 700ml ABV: 45.9% Age: 19 Years Old Country: Scotland Cask Number: N/A Date of Distilling: 2006 Date of Bottling: 2020 Matured In: ex Sherry Butt Un-Chillfiltered Liquid Treasures Single Malt Whisky is an independent bottling range of eSpirits Whisky in Germany. The company was founded over 10 yers ago and has already released a quite impressive selection of interesting and delicious whiskies. The autumn 2021 collection includes 8 single malt whiskies from all over Scotland, aptly titled the ‘Living World’ due to the stunning flora and fauna artwork on the bottles. Released as a member of ‘Living World’ series which features amphibians, insects and animals on label. This blended malt has been matured in an ex Sherry Butt and only 377 were created. Bottled at 45.9%, unchillfiltered. Our Tasting Notes Nose: Roasted chestnuts on a cold day, chocolate truffles of rum and raisin and apple jam. Espresso leads to red fruits and sweet pastry. Palate: Quite meaty at first with berry jam, sherry, mocha and maramalade. Finish: Orange zest, sultanas, raisins and some charred oak. |