The Dalmore – 1995 Castle Leod/bordeaux Finish
Some serious quality malts this week from Edencrofts! They have 7 New additions to their range with a selection of Highlands and Speyside malts.
Malts of this stature don’t come around every day!
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Dalmore – 1995 Castle Leod/bordeaux Finish Country: Scotland Region: Highlands Age: 16 Year Old. Strength: 46% Summary: A HEROIC PAST. In 1263, an ancestor of Clan Mackenzie saved King Alexander III from being gored by a stag whilst out hunting. The grateful King granted him the right to bear a stag’s head in his coat of arms. The Dalmore Distillery was long owned by The Mackenzie family and every bottle of single malt whisky from our Highland distillery was, and is, adorned with this proud emblem, symbolising the supremacy of The Dalmore. SUPPORTING CASTLE LEOD TODAY. This limited edition bottling celebrates the ancient and historic seat of Clan Mackenzie and is the second in a series crafted by Master Distiller Richard Paterson in homage to Clan Mackenzie. After all, it was the vision of the Mackenzie brothers in 1839 that laid the foundation for the distillerys monumental success. Located just 14 miles from The Dalmore Distillery. Castle Leod has been home to the Cabarfeidh, Chief of the Clan Mackenzie, since 1606 and is one of the few castles in Scotland still lived in and owned by direct descendents. It is in honour of one of Scotlandss great landmarks that The Dalmore commissioned the painting that graces this exceptional single malt. Fittingly, a proportion of the proceeds from its sale will go towards the upkeep of Castle Leod. A MESSAGE FROM CABARFEIDH. “I’m honoured that Richard Paterson has created this extraordinary single malt in tribute to Castle Leod, the Mackenzie Clan’s spiritual home. Our Castle has stood the test of time, and I have no doubt that, in years to come, The Dalmore Castle Leod will equally be recognised as a tomeless classic.” Cabarfeidh, The Earl of Cromartie, Chief of the Clan Mackenzie. A TASTE TO REMEMBER. “The joyful effervescence of fleshy plums, raisins and citrus fruits are followed by the silky tones of kiwi fruit, honey, caramelised almonds, spicy ginger, chewy toffee and soft liquorice brings this cornucopia of delights to a perfect conclusion. Matured initially in American white oak and Spanish sherry wood, and then transferred for a final 18 months to barriques from a legendary 1st cru Classé Bordeaux chateau. An Exceptional single malt of inimitable finesse.” Richard Paterson, Master Distiller. |
70cl | £ 115.00 BUY NOW |
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Dalmore – 1996 The Cromartie Country: Scotland Region: Highlands Age: 15 Year Old. Strength: 45% Summary: The Dalmore Cromartie is the third in a series of limited edition releases crafted by our Master Distiller, Richard Paterson, in homage to the Clan Mackenzie, owners of The Dalmore distillery for over a century. It celebrates the ancient lands of Cromartie, heartland of the clan, and home to Castle Leod, the clan’s historic seat where they still reside today. A substantial contribution from the sale of every bottle will go towards the matinenance of the clan estates at Cromartie. Distilled in 1996 at 45% ABV, The Dalmore Cromartie was initially matured in American white oak casks before being transferred to Oloroso sherry casks from Gonzales Byass, in Jerez de la Frontera. Aroma: Bergamot, mandarin and lemongrass. Palate: Bitter chocolate, Colombian coffee, marmalade, Seville oranges, Pedro Ximenez grapes and spicy cinnamon. |
70cl | £ 110.00 BUY NOW |
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Glen Avon – 1955 Vintage Country: Scotland Region: Highlands Age: Strength: 40% Summary: This single Speyside Malt Scotch Whisky was distilled at a distillery on Speyside. It has been matured in Gordon & MacPhails own selected oak casks at their distillery and in their own cask warehouses in Elgin. It was bottled in the City and Royal Burgh of Elgin, Scotland. Colour: Dark Amber. Nose: Sherry with hints of vanilla and an earthy spiciness. Body: Medium. Palate: Smoky with rich fruitcake flavours and a spicy edge. Finish: Slightly sweet. |
70cl | £ 500.00 BUY NOW |
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Glenglassaugh – 30 Year Old Single Malt Country: Scotland Region: sSpeyside Age: 30 Year Old Strength: 44.8% Summary: Cask Formula: Fully matured in refill Oloroso sherry butts. Appearance: Amber. Nose: Rich, complex and full with luxurious tropical fruits of peach, mango and banana, complimented with sultanas, sherry and gentle oak spice. Palate: Sweet, rich, syrupy and complex. Oloroso sherry, toffee apples, mango and banana sit beautifully in the mouth alongside ginger and cocoa spice. Finish: Warm, soft and gently spiced. |
70cl | £ 210.00 BUY NOW |
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Glenglassaugh – Evolution/2013 Release Country: Scotland Region: sSpeyside Age: Strength: 50% Summary: Cask Formula: Fully matured in ex Tennessee whisky barrels. Appearance: Crisp harvest gold. Nose: A luscious, syrupy combination of sweet barley, delicate pineapple and waves of soft buttery vanilla. Deeper oak spices and caramelised pear develop and warm the nose. Palate: Robust, white peppery oak floods through crisp green apple and freshly cracked barley. A gentle salted caramel emerges alongside hints of ripe banana and fruit salad syrup. Finish: A vibrant combination of classic oak spices and delicate soft fruits surrounded by fragrant waves of vanilla pod. |
70cl | £ 45.00 BUY NOW |
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Glenglassaugh – Torfa (peated) Country: Scotland Region: sSpeyside Age: Strength: 50% Summary: Cask Formula: Fully matured in ex-bourbon barrels. Peat level is 20 ppm. Appearance: Gleaming yellow gold. Nose: Vivid, sweet, sooty campfire smoke and sea air infuses zest of lime, apricot jam and ripe soft fruits; all gently warmed by hints of stem ginger and cracked black pepper. Palate: An eloquent, sweet coastal peat smoke engulfs candied peel over melon, pineapple and roasted red apples. Oat biscuits, hints of heather honey and a gentle cigar box spice all combine to give a terrific balance to the expressive smoky character. Finish: A heady, yet elegant harmony of distinct coastal peat and striking spiced fruit flavours. |
70cl | £ 40.00 BUY NOW |
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Old Pulteney – The Navigator Country: Scotland Region: Highlands Age: Strength: 46% Summary: Old Pulteney launches Navigator as a limited edition exclusive. This is the launch bottle from Old Pulteney, the Maritime Malt, in conjunction with the sponsorship of the Clipper Round the World yacht race. The competing Old Pulteney yacht has been designed specifically to replicate the Navigator packaging. Matured in ex American bourbon and ex Spanish Sherry casks. Colour: Honeycomb. Nose: Sweet and crisp. Layers of tangy apples and dried fruit harmonise with hints of chocolate and fresh vanilla. Taste: Full-bodied and rich in flavour. A burst of honey, cocoa and oranges eases into a long-lasting, spicy finish with a maritime surprise at the end. OLD PULTENEY DISTILLERY Founded in 1826 by James Henderson at the height of Wicks 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. Over time, the distillery has passed through the hands of various owners, and even closed during times of trouble for the industry in 1930. Luckily, the repeal of an often forgotten period of prohibition in 1947 saw the welcome resumption of whisky production, with the distillery changing ownership a number of times, before its purchase by Inver House Distillers in 1995. Throughout this history what has endured is the quality of the whisky. Traditional craftsmanship and the distillerys windswept location continue to contribute to the award-winning whisky that is Old Pulteney Single Malt Scotch Whisky. |
70cl | £ 45.00 BUY NOW |
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