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Jameson Distillery Bow St. Named “World’s Leading Distillery Tour” For Second Year In A Row!

November 29, 2019 by Gary Leave a Comment

Jameson Distillery Bow St.

Irish Distillers, producer of some of the world’s best known and successful Irish whiskeys, today announced that Jameson Distillery Bow St. has been named the World’s Leading Distillery Tour at the World Travel Awards (WTA) for the second year in a row.

The awards acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence in global travel and tourism. The finalist list included Macallan, Hennessy, Jack Daniels and Jose Cuervo.

Once again, we are extremely honoured to be awarded this very special accolade. The World Travel Awards are voted for by travel and tourism professionals, and consumers worldwide, and this honour recognises our commitment to excellence at the spiritual home of Jameson in Dublin.

This award is an acknowledgement of the incredible work of our team at Bow St., who provide every visitor with an unforgettable and unique experience and I would like to take this opportunity to thank them for their passion and dedication.

Visitors want to engage with our whiskeys through unique shared experiences. At Jameson Distillery Bow St., we bring our visitors on a journey, engaging all five senses through audio visual aided storytelling from a Jameson Brand Ambassador, aromas, hands-on experiences and, of course, product sampling,
– Greg Hughes: Managing Director, Jameson Brand Homes at Irish Distillers

The awards acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence in global travel and tourism

The 26th World Travel Awards Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2019 took place at the Royal Opera House Muscat, Oman, with the leading decision-makers, figureheads and influencers of travel in attendance. The evening marked the climax of the WTA Grand Tour 2019 – an annual search for the finest travel and tourism organisations in the world, featuring the winners of WTA’s six regional ceremonies going head-to-head for the coveted world titles.

Jameson Distillery Bow St. offers a range of interactive, fun and immersive experiences

Jameson Distillery Bow St. offers a range of interactive, fun and immersive experiences including the flagship distillery tour, a premium whiskey tasting experience, whiskey blending and cocktail making master classes – along with the opportunity to draw and taste whiskey straight from a cask. One of the city’s most unique event locations, Bow St. is also available for private use by evening.

Jameson Distillery Bow St. was also awarded Europe’s Leading Distillery Tour for the second year in a row at The World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony 2019, held in Madeira in June.

To book tickets for Jameson Distillery Bow St., visit jamesonwhiskey.com.

Jameson Whiskey is available to buy from these Merchants:-

  • Master of Malt
  • The Whisky Exchange

Filed Under: Irish Distillers, Jameson, News

Jameson Caskmates Series Gets New Packaging!

November 29, 2019 by Gary Leave a Comment

A packaging revamp for the Jameson Caskmates Series

Irish Distillers has unveiled a packaging revamp for its Jameson Caskmates Series.

Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition

The new look includes key updates on both expressions in the Caskmates range – Jameson Stout Edition and Jameson IPA Edition – in response to consumer research in key markets, including US, UK, South Africa and Ireland, which highlighted a desire for a simplified product proposition.

In line with these findings, a new ‘Caskmates Series’ family name will announce the range on the neck and back label. The main label will now feature a stronger focus on the varietal edition and a clear descriptor of ‘Whiskey Finished in Craft Beer Barrels’ to celebrate the liquid within.

The back label also highlights the ‘Caskmates Series’ craft beer partner, Eight D Brewing, whose beers are used to season the casks before being filled with Jameson.

Irish Distillers acquired Eight D Brewing in 2018 to secure a long-term supply of craft beer following the runaway global success of the Caskmates Series. Almost 1 million 9 litre cases have been sold since the range was launched in 2015.

The Caskmates Series was born of innovation – a creative experiment that tapped into the growing appetite for Irish whiskey and love of craft beer. It has been a hugely successful range for us, recording phenomenal growth since its launch in 2015 with global sales standing at almost 1 million 9 litre cases since launch.

While the Caskmates Series has introduced new consumers to Jameson and excited existing Jameson fans, our research showed a need to simplify the product proposition. We are confident that this new streamlined look will play a role in ensuring continued growth image006.pngfor these exciting expressions.
– David Quinn: Head of Whiskey Science at Midleton Distillery

The new look Jameson Stout Edition and Jameson IPA Edition, both bottled at 40% ABV, will be shipped to the US from January 2020 and the rest of the world from March 2020. It will be available through retailers at the RRP of 120 index to Jameson Original as well as through leading bars and restaurants.

The Jameson Caskmates story began when Dave Quinn, Master of Whiskey Science in Midleton Distillery, met a local craft brewer in a local bar in Cork, Ireland. Dave agreed to loan the brewery some Jameson casks to discover their influence on his Irish stout.

When the stout-seasoned barrels were returned to Midleton Distillery, Dave re-filled them with Jameson Irish whiskey, an experimental finishing process from which Jameson Stout Edition was born.

Jameson Caskmates IPA Edition

Jameson IPA Edition was the second expression to be added to the range and is a triple-distilled Irish whiskey finished in IPA-seasoned barrels. Local craft brewery Eight D Brewing, from Mitchelstown Co. Cork is now the official partner for this product.

Since its launch, the Jameson Caskmates Series has satisfied the appetite for innovative and authentic tastes among whiskey enthusiasts, Jameson drinkers and craft beer fans in over 40 markets worldwide.

Jameson Caskmates Stout Edition Tasting Notes, by Brian Nation, Master Distiller in Midleton Distillery

Nose: An initial aroma of freshly cut hay is complemented by a crisp orchard fruit character – green apples and pears, with a twist of lime zest. Mild pot still spices appear, deepening from green tea to hazelnut and milk chocolate.
Taste: The initial sweet mouth coating typical of the Irish pot still inclusion is quickly complemented by the subtle touch of hops and cocoa beans from the beer cask finish.
Finish: Long and sweet with milk chocolate and butterscotch.

Jameson Caskmates IPA Edition Tasting Notes, by Brian Nation, Master Distiller in Midleton Distillery

Nose: Floral, herbal hops, grapefruit citrus notes with subtle orchard fruits, complimented by wood shavings and a little nuttiness.
Taste: Hops and light citrus with sweet herbal notes and delicate spicy tones.
Finish: The lingering fresh fruit and hops give way to grains of barley and a signature smooth finish.

Jameson Whiskey is available to buy from these Merchants:-

  • Master of Malt
  • The Whisky Exchange

Filed Under: Irish Distillers, Jameson, News

Sampling The Whisky Exchange Black Friday Malt 2019 – Patience Required – But The Wait Is Certainly Worth It!

November 28, 2019 by Gary Leave a Comment

The Whisky Exchange Black Friday Malt 2019!

An Exclusive limited edition 21 year old whisky for
Black Friday!

Set your alarm clocks and get a good nights sleep tonight!

Only 1,800 bottles available!

Why?

Because at 06.00 GMT on Friday 29th. November The Whisky Exchange are releasing their Exclusive limited edition 21 year old whisky for Black Friday!

Early birdness is a must though as previous editions have sold out VERY quickly, hence the alarm clocks and an early night!

This one-off single malt (limited to just 1,800 bottles) has been bottled exclusively for The Whisky Exchange from a handful of outstanding casks of whisky distilled at a secret distillery – and at a great value-for-money price.

“Founded in 1810, this mystery whisky-maker sits between Forres and Elgin in Speyside, and is known for making a light and elegant style of whisky which is rarely seen as a single malt.”
– The Whisky Exchange

Way more fun than any Black Friday event in the known universe(!) this one is a genuine never-to-be-repeated purchase of the year!

The Whisky Exchange has kindly sent me a sample to try (Thanks @WhiskyExchange!).

So, what did I think? Here are my tasting notes …

Tasting Notes – The Whisky Exchange Black Friday Malt 2019 (53.1%)

Distilled at … Glenburgie Distillery??? (Just guessing!)
Aged for 21 years
1,800 70cl bottles available – limited to two per customer.
£79.95


Colour: Very pale straw.

Nose: This dram gives up it’s secrets quite slowly so patience is required!
Light, tropical fruitiness, iced tea, green apples and much later on – thick vanilla fudge.

Palate: Sweet tropical fruits with a nice hint of bitter seville oranges and chocolate. There’s also some creamy vanilla, cloves and a dusting of cinnamon spice – very nice!

Finish: Quite a dark, fiery finish but that lovely chocolate bitter orange continues coupled with tropical sweet loveliness. The sweet fruit gets stronger and more prevelant the longer you leave it in the glass – if you have that much will power!
Quite a dry finish at the end.

Overall: This is a lovely dram, perfect for Christmas and the winter months after that. The tropical fruit is a happy reminder of sunnier days past and looking forward to sunnier days ahead.
The spice, chocolate and oranges are a perfect match for Christmas.
It’s a slow burn dram though that needs time to develop – but the wait is certainly worth it!

Filed Under: Black Friday, Sampling, The Whisky Exchange, Whisky tasting

Douglas Laing’s Glenrothes – New Arrivals From Edencroft!

November 26, 2019 by Gary Leave a Comment

Glenrothes Douglas Laing’s Old Particular 14 Year Old.
£92.50

New Arrivals

Glenrothes  / Douglas Laing's Old Particular 14 Year Old.
Glenrothes Douglas Laing's Old Particular 14 Year Old.

£92.50
Country: Scotland
Region: Speyside
Age: 
Strength: 46%.

Summary: 

COUNTRY/REGION: Scotland/Speyside.

DISTILLERY: Glenrothes.

BOTTLER: Douglas Laing.

BOTTLING SERIE: .

DISTILLED:  

BOTTLED: 

STATED AGE: .

CASK TYPE: Sherry Butt.

CASK NUMBER: 

NUMBER OF BOTTLES: 

ABV: 46% Vol.

 

Glenrothes  / 6 Year Old Douglas Laing Provenance.
Glenrothes 6 Year Old Douglas Laing Provenance.

£45.00
Country: Scotland
Region: Speyside
Age: 
Strength: 46%.

Summary: 

COUNTRY/REGION: Scotland/Speyside.

DISTILLERY: Glenrothes.

BOTTLER: Douglas Laing.

BOTTLING SERIE: .

DISTILLED:  

BOTTLED: 

STATED AGE: .

CASK TYPE: Sherry Butt.

CASK NUMBER: 

NUMBER OF BOTTLES: 

ABV: 46% Vol.

 

Filed Under: Edencroft Spirit Specialists, New Arrivals

Kilchoman UK Small Batch Release – Just One Of The New Arrivals From Abbey Whisky!

November 25, 2019 by Gary Leave a Comment

Kilchoman Small Batch Release | UK Exclusive
£58.50

New Arrivals

Kilchoman Small Batch Release | UK Exclusive
Kilchoman Small Batch Release | UK Exclusive

£58.50
Country: Scotland
Region: Islay
Age: 
Strength: 48.3%
70cl
Linkwood 15 Year Old | Distillery Labels
Linkwood 15 Year Old | Distillery Labels

£65.00
Country: Scotland
Region: Speyside
Age: 15 Years Old
Strength: 43%
70cl
Macallan Estate
Macallan Estate

£198.00
Country: Scotland
Region: Speyside
Age: 
Strength: 43%
70cl
Talisker 15 Year Old | Diageo Special Release 2019
Talisker 15 Year Old | Diageo Special Release 2019

£109.94
Country: Scotland
Region: Island
Age: 15 Years Old
Strength: 57.3%
70cl
Benromach 2011 Vintage | Single Cask 11 | UK Exclusive
Benromach 2011 Vintage | Single Cask 11 | UK Exclusive

£62.40
Country: Scotland
Region: Speyside
Age: 
Strength: 60%
70cl
Vintage: 2011
Bottler: Distillery Bottling

Filed Under: Abbey Whisky, New Arrivals

Sampling The Whisky Exchange Christmas Malt 2019 – More Fire Than A Flaming Xmas Pud!

November 20, 2019 by Gary Leave a Comment

The Whisky Exchange Christmas Malt 2019!

You can’t keep a good idea from being repeated! With that thewhiskyexchange.com have released their second Christmas Malt – called un-surprisingly – The Whisky Exchange Christmas Malt 2019!

Only 2696 bottles available!

Once again, Billy Abbott from The Whisky Exchange has penned a little Christmas ditty:-


Amid presents and family
And bright festive lights
A whisky that’s perfect
For long winter nights

So pour for yourself
And others invite
To all a good whisky
And all a good night


This is an exclusive Christmas Malt for 2019, distilled and bottled in Speyside, having matured for 10 years in ex-bourbon and sherry-casks, triggering the wonderful flavours of Christmas with a core of fruit and festive spice.

The Whisky Exchange has kindly sent me a sample to try (Thanks @WhiskyExchange!).

So, what did I think? Here are my tasting notes …

Tasting Notes – The Whisky Exchange Christmas Malt 2019 (54.2%)

Distilled at Linkwood distillery
Aged in bourbon and sherry casks for 10 years
2696 70cl bottles available
£56.95


Colour: Pale straw, crisp and clear.

Nose: Lovely whiffs of Sherry which get more intense as time passes. Banana, apples and white oak. Rich fruit cake and black treacle. Little wisps of orange and furniture polish.

Palate: Tingly, tongue-dancing sherbet sweetness. Rich Christmas cake and caramel. Creamy butterscotch, little Xmas tangerines (the kind you always get at Crimbo time!)

Finish: Peppery, chilli spice. Fiery – like a log fire – but don’t get too close!

The sweetness dampens the heat and stays right through the finish which is quite long.

Overall: The addition of water takes a lot of heat off producing a smoother, thinner dram.

Quite a handful this one, especially on Christmas day. Very morish so be careful how much you ‘sample’ or you might just burn the dinner – or maybe it won’t get cooked at all!

Merry (Early) Christmas!

Filed Under: Christmas, CHRISTMAS 2019, News, Sampling, The Whisky Exchange, Whisky tasting

Glen Moray Distillery Takes A Starring Role In ‘The Three Drinkers Do Scotch Whisky’!

November 19, 2019 by Gary Leave a Comment

The Three Drinkers

The team at Glen Moray Distillery in Speyside were delighted to welcome The Three Drinkers to film part of their second series at the Distillery earlier this year. Airing the 1st week of December on Amazon Prime TV, the series focuses on a journey of discovery through Scotland, exploring the world of whisky in an exciting new way, with the film crew paying a visit to the Glen Moray Distillery in Elgin, Speyside.

Amazon Prime’s Three Drinkers, Aidy Smith, Colin Hampden-White and Helena Nicklin are three friends who take an entertaining look at the Scotch Whisky industry.

The good news is that quality whisky doesn’t have to be super expensive. I often introduce non-whisky drinkers to the spirit with Glen Moray, who have a varied range and start from as little as £17 a bottle.

They make single malts from Speyside and are perfect for starting a whisky journey.
– Helena Nicklin: The Three Drinkers

Iain Allan, Glen Moray Global Brand Ambassador, hosted The Three Drinker’s visit to Glen Moray Distillery and welcomed the opportunity to share with them the passion that goes into the production of the varied collection of single malts. They also looked at the brand’s extensive investment in exploring ageing techniques, where a diverse range of casks are used for finishing which gives distinctive and unique flavours to the spirit.

This has been a unique opportunity for Glen Moray Distillery to show the world the amazing team behind the brand and the outstanding quality of the whisky created whilst helping to make malt whisky approachable to consumers who can find whisky complex and intimidating.

Glen Moray is a brand with a little bit of heart and soul in every bottle.
– Laure Habbouse: International Marketing Manager

The Glen Moray Classic Range

Glen Moray Distillery has been producing the finest Single Malt for over 120 years and uses the skills developed over generations of Master Distillers and a small team of dedicated craftsmen from the local community to develop their unique flavours through their deep knowledge of maturation and casks. Every bottle of Glen Moray tells a story – the story of how that whisky has been made and the people that have been involved.

Over the past year Glen Moray have launched the Glen Moray Elgin Curiosity Range which embraces the distilleries passion for experimentation and pushing boundaries in the world of whisky. Marketed as ‘The Gateway to Flavour’ the whiskies in the range are ‘bold with complex aromas and exciting flavours’.

The first launch was the small batch release of Glen Moray Cider Cask Project, which has sold out, and following on from its huge success the Glen Moray Rhum Agricole. The distillery has also added to the prestigious Elgin Heritage Collection with the Glen Moray Elgin Heritage 21 Year Old Portwood Cask Single Malt Whisky and launched Glen Moray Fired Oak Cask 10 Year Old Single Malt Whisky.

Glen Moray is available to buy from these Whisky Merchants:-

  • The Whisky Exchange
  • Master of Malt
  • Edencroft Fine Wine & Spirit Specialists
  • Abbey Whisky
  • The Whisky Barrel

Filed Under: Glen Moray, News, The Three Drinkers

Christmas Collectables – New Arrivals From Edencroft!

November 19, 2019 by Gary Leave a Comment

Mortlach / Old Particular XOP – The Black Series 1989 Vintage.
£850.00

New Arrivals

Mortlach / Old Particular XOP - The Black Series 1989 Vintage.
Mortlach / Old Particular XOP – The Black Series 1989 Vintage.

£850.00
Country: Scotland
Region: Lowland
Age: 
Strength: 44.5%.

Summary: 

COUNTRY/REGION: Scotland/Lowland.

CATEGORY: Single Malt.

DISTILLERY: Mortlach.

BOTTLER: Douglas Laing.

BOTTLING SERIE: XOP – The Black Series.

DISTILLED: 1989

BOTTLED: 2019

AGE: 30 Year Old.

CASK TYPE: Refill Hogshead.

NUMBER OF BOTTLES: 267

ABV: 44.5% Vol.

NOSE: Initially dry, warming to a gentle spiciness with apple peel and honeyed barley.

PALATE: Sweet and creamy with buttery biscuits, nutmeg, milk chocolate shavings and charred oak.

FINISH: Lingers on and on with honeycomb, brown sugar and toasted almonds.

Benromach / 1975 Heritage Collection.
Benromach / 1975 Heritage Collection.

£1,399.00
Country: Scotland
Region: Speyside
Age: 
Strength: 54.6%.

Summary: 

COUNTRY/REGION: Scotland/Speyside.

CATEGORY: Single Malt.

DISTILLERY: Benromach.

BOTTLER: Distillery Bottling.

BOTTLING SERIE: Heritage Collection.

DISTILLED: 1975

BOTTLED: 2019

AGE: 43 Year Old.

CASK #: 2230

CASK TYPE: .

NUMBER OF BOTTLES: 219

ABV: 54.6% Vol.

Pour your glass of Benromach 1975, cask number 2230, and prepare to enjoy this delicious whisky. First, appreciate the rich amber colour created by lingering for 43 years in a single Refill Sherry Hogshead as the whisky grew and matured in character. Enjoy the aromas without water… stewed apple, dried fruits and winter spices mingle with caramelised brown sugar and roasted nuts leading to rich dark chocolate with hints of beeswax polish, mature oak and orange citrus.

Now  take a sip. Creamy milk chocolate, intense Seville orange top notes and a hint of cracked black pepper on the tongue lead to stewed plum and red apple. Dried tobacco and charred oak notes come to the fore with a hint of smoke. Add a few drops of water and take time to enjoy the developing aromas… intense orange and lime citrus notes are followed by stewed red fruits with an undertone of warm ginger and slight aniseed edge. Take a sip. Vibrant citrus fruits mingle with smooth strawberry and cream followed by hints of liquorice and gentle traces of lingering smoke on the finish. Superb!

Cragganmore / 30 Year Old Hunter Laing Old & Rare Heritage.
Cragganmore / 30 Year Old Hunter Laing Old & Rare Heritage.

£430.00
Country: Scotland
Region: Speyside
Age: 
Strength: 51.4%.

Summary: 

COUNTRY/REGION: Scotland/Speyside.

CATEGORY: Single Malt.

DISTILLERY: Cragganmore.

BOTTLER: Hunter Laing.

BOTTLING SERIE: Old & Rare – The Platinum Selection.

DISTILLED: 1989

BOTTLED: 2019

AGE: 30 Year Old.

CASK TYPE: Sherry Butt.

NUMBER OF BOTTLES: 328

ABV: 51.4% Vol.

This deep amber whisky filled from a Sherry butt has a rich, spicy nose of toffee, forest fruits, dark chocolate and coffee.

Sherry oak and dark berries – blackcurrants, blueberries – on the palate with a drizzle of honey and a dusting of cinnamon.

Long and powerful on the finish with plenty of oak spices.

 

Mortlach / 30 Year Old Hunter Laing Old & Rare Heritage.
Mortlach / 30 Year Old Hunter Laing Old & Rare Heritage.

£460.00
Country: Scotland
Region: Lowland
Age: 
Strength: 48.5%.

Summary: 

COUNTRY/REGION: Scotland/Lowland.

CATEGORY: Single Malt.

DISTILLERY: Speyside.

BOTTLER: Hunter Laing.

BOTTLING SERIE: Old & Rare – The Platinum Selection.

DISTILLED: 1989

BOTTLED: 2019

AGE: 30 Year Old.

CASK TYPE: Sherry Cask.

NUMBER OF BOTTLES: 317

ABV: 48.5% Vol.

This amber coloured whisky has raisins, coffee, tobacco and the trademark Mortlach rubber notes on the nose. 

Rich red fruits from the Oloroso cask on the palate along with honey-roasted ham, fennel and dark chocolate.

Long, lingering and peppery on the finish.

Tormore / Old & Rare Heritage 31 Year Old.
Tormore / Old & Rare Heritage 31 Year Old.

£365.00
Country: Scotland
Region: Speyside
Age: 
Strength: 49.1%.

Summary: 

COUNTRY/REGION: Scotland/Speyside.

CATEGORY: Single Malt.

DISTILLERY: Tormore.

BOTTLER: Hunter Laing.

BOTTLING SERIE: Old & Rare – The Platinum Selection.

DISTILLED: 1988

BOTTLED: 2019

AGE: 31 Year Old.

CASK TYPE: Oloroso Sherry.

NUMBER OF BOTTLES: 288

ABV: 49.1% Vol.

This amber coloured whisky matured in an Oloroso sherry butt has lashings of hazelnuts, coffee, chocolate and tobacco on the nose.

Spicy and nutty on the palate with a touch of toffee leading to a long, rich, peppery finish.

 

Filed Under: CHRISTMAS 2019, Edencroft Spirit Specialists, New Arrivals

Sampling The Glen Moray 21 Year Old Portwood Finish – A Dram Of Two Halves – And Twice The Flavour!

November 15, 2019 by Gary Leave a Comment

The Glen Moray 21 Year Old Portwood Finish

I was lucky enough recently to be sent a sample of The Glen Moray 21 Year Old Portwood Finish – A Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky which is a new addition to Glen Moray’s Elgin Heritage Collection.

It is described as a finely tuned balance of American Oak and Port flavours. It’s smoothness being a great example of how the whisky and the Portugese port casks interact leading to a world of flavours after initial maturation in ex-bourbon casks.

The Glen Moray 21 Year Old Portwood Finish retails for approximately £125.00.

Once again, Many thanks to Glen Moray (@GlenMorayDist) for sending the sample!

So, what did I think? Here are my tasting notes …

Tasting Notes – Glen Moray 21 Year Old Portwood Finish (46.3%)


Nose: Port, vanilla caramel and some fine plump raisins are present straight away. There’s some green apples with sweet orange and chocolate about midway. Much later on there’s furniture polish and some nice tropical nasalities!

Palate: Quite light in the mouth – there’s sweet port with vanilla, raisins and a little wood.

Finish: BIG spicy pepper hit – much bigger than I expected! Dry at the finish.

Overall: This is very much a dram of two definite halves – sweet fruits tempered by strong spice – I like!!

Add a little water and it’s beautifully thick and creamy. The Chocolate comes through big time and tastes great on the palate!

I would LOVE to try this at Cask strength – then maybe with a little water added – I think it would be dreamy!

Glen Moray is available to buy from these Whisky Merchants:-

  • The Whisky Exchange
  • Master of Malt
  • Edencroft Fine Wine & Spirit Specialists
  • Abbey Whisky
  • The Whisky Barrel

Filed Under: 21 Year Old, Glen Moray, Sampling, Speyside, Whisky tasting

New Arrivals From Edencroft – Quality Drams For Christmas!

November 12, 2019 by Gary Leave a Comment

Cambus / Old Particular XOP – The Black Series 1979 Vintage.
£375.00

New Arrivals

Cambus / Old Particular XOP - The Black Series 1979 Vintage.
Cambus / Old Particular XOP – The Black Series 1979 Vintage.

£375.00
Country: Scotland
Region: Lowland
Age: 
Strength: 53.5%.

Summary: 

COUNTRY/REGION: Scotland/Lowland.

CATEGORY: Single Malt.

DISTILLERY: Cambus.

BOTTLER: Douglas Laing.

BOTTLING SERIE: XOP – The Black Series.

DISTILLED: 1979

BOTTLED: 2019

AGE: 40 Year Old.

CASK TYPE: Refill Hogshead.

NUMBER OF BOTTLES: 312

ABV: 53.5% Vol.

NOSE: Treacle toffee with vanilla and a warming, spiced oak quality on the nose.

PALATE: Tropical fruits immediately on the palate then comes clotted cream on warm, buttery scones.

FINISH: The finish lingers long with cinnamon, brioche bread and honeyed cereal.

Longrow / 21 Year Old.
Longrow / 21 Year Old.

£192.50
Country: Scotland
Region: Campbeltown
Age: 
Strength: 46%.

Summary: 

COUNTRY/REGION: Scotland/Campbeltown.

CATEGORY: Single Malt.

DISTILLERY: Springbank.

BOTTLER: Distillery Bottling.

AGE: 21 Year Old.

BOTTLED: 2019

CASK TYPE: 60% Sherry and 40% Bourbon.

NUMBER OF BOTTLES: 3600

ABV: 46% Vol.

We are delighted to announce that the new Longrow 21 year old is now available. Bottled at 46%, there will be approximately 3,600 bottles available worldwide. This is a historic moment for the distillery and Longrow as they continue to grow older stocks of whisky, allowing them to expand our range.

NOSE: There's a rich and meaty smoke, like beef jerky and Iberico ham followed by toffee, salted popcorn and honeyduw melon

PALATE: Initially dark forest fruits and prunes, then a rich creaminess, amaretti biscuits and sweet dried coconut. This is balanced with fennel, pine needles and a delicate spiciness.

FINISH: It's a delicious smooth finish with a citrus/orange tang, concluding on a luxurious velvet note with a touch smoke.

Laphroaig / 25 Year Old Malt Whisky Cask Strength 2019 Release.
Laphroaig / 25 Year Old Malt Whisky Cask Strength 2019 Release.

£480.00
Country: Scotland
Region: Islay
Age: 
Strength: 51.4%.

Summary: 

COUNTRY/REGION: Scotland/Islay.

CATEGORY: Single Malt.

DISTILLERY: Laphroaig.

BOTTLER: Distillery Bottling.

BOTTLING SERIE: Cask Strength Edition.

AGE: 25 Year Old.

BOTTLED: 2019

CASK TYPE: Bourbon.

NUMBER OF BOTTLES: 3600

ABV: 51.4% Vol.

Filed Under: Edencroft Spirit Specialists, New Arrivals

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