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“Peat smoke carried on a coastal breeze!” – The Latest Whiskies From The SMWS!

August 31, 2023 by Gary Leave a Comment

Peat smoke carried on a coastal breeze
Cask No: 53.438


New Arrivals From The Scotch Malt Whisky Society!

Old & Dignified

Cigars, sauternes and sautéed sultanas

Cigars, sauternes and sautéed sultanas
Cask No: 66.246

Cask Type: refill ex-sherry butt
Distillery: Ardmore
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 51.8%
£475.00

Qty left: 18

Spicy & Dry

Crème brûlée, butterscotch and blowtorched bananas

Crème brûlée, butterscotch and blowtorched bananas
Cask No: 12.74

Cask Type: 1st fill HTMC barrel
Distillery: Benriach
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 59.2%
£125.00

Qty left: 54

Peated

Peat smoke carried on a coastal breeze

Peat smoke carried on a coastal breeze
Cask No: 53.438

Cask Type: refill ex-bourbon hogshead
Distillery: Caol Ila
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 60.9%
£65.50

Qty left: 60

Deep Rich & Dried Fruits

Fruit wallop

Fruit wallop
Cask No: 13.103

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-oloroso hogshead
Distillery: Dalmore
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 60.4%
£74.10

Qty left: 72

Juicy Oak & Vanilla

Vanilla crescent cookie

Vanilla crescent cookie
Cask No: 73.151

Cask Type: 2nd fill ex-bourbon barrel
Distillery: Aultmore
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 59.6%
£64.80

Qty left: 72

Peated

Elasto-peat

Elasto-peat
Cask No: 4.360

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-bourbon barrel
Distillery: Highland Park
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 62.8%
£65.00

Qty left: 78

Deep Rich & Dried Fruits

Raisin toffee jam

Raisin toffee jam
Cask No: 2.138

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-oloroso butt
Distillery: Glenlivet
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 55.0%
£102.00

Qty left: 78

Spicy & Sweet

Angelica's tangy explosion

Angelica’s tangy explosion
Cask No: 35.333

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-bourbon barrel
Distillery: Glen Moray
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 60.4%
£57.00

Qty left: 78

Old & Dignified

Re-rack to the future

Re-rack to the future
Cask No: 9.271

Cask Type: 2nd fill ex-bourbon barrel
Distillery: Glen Grant
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 53.6%
£199.50

Qty left: 84

Peated

Red sky at night, barn's alight

Red sky at night, barn’s alight
Cask No: 16.80

Cask Type: refill re-charred hogshead
Distillery: Glenturret
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 60.0%
£64.80

Qty left: 84

Deep Rich & Dried Fruits

Quercus stavius

Quercus stavius
Cask No: 68.102

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-px hogshead
Distillery: Blair Athol
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 56.3%
£125.00

Qty left: 84

Deep Rich & Dried Fruits

Beautiful, deep, sweet mouth caress

Beautiful, deep, sweet mouth caress
Cask No: 100.39

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-oloroso hogshead
Distillery: Strathmill
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 57.1%
£75.90

Qty left: 90

Juicy Oak & Vanilla

Chardonnay butterscotch

Chardonnay butterscotch
Cask No: 112.114

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-bourbon barrel
Distillery: Inchmurrin (Loch Lomond Distillery)
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 60.9%
£57.00

Qty left: 90

Sweet Fruity & Mellow

A loving caress on a magic carpet

A loving caress on a magic carpet
Cask No: 39.270

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-bourbon barrel
Distillery: Linkwood
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 54.3%
£75.00

Qty left: 90

Spicy & Sweet

Orchard enchantments

Orchard enchantments
Cask No: 71.94

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-bourbon hogshead
Distillery: Glenburgie
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 59.0%
£66.30

Qty left: 96

Juicy Oak & Vanilla

Delicious, fluffy and indulgent

Delicious, fluffy and indulgent
Cask No: 95.84

Cask Type: 2nd fill ex-sauternes barrique
Distillery: Auchroisk / Singleton
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 57.8%
£86.00

Qty left: 96

Juicy Oak & Vanilla

Wine and pine

Wine and pine
Cask No: 11.44

Cask Type: 1st fill toasted white wine barrique
Distillery: Tomatin
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 60.6%
£93.00

Qty left: 102

Deep Rich & Dried Fruits

A warlock with elbow patches

A warlock with elbow patches
Cask No: 44.168

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-oloroso hogshead
Distillery: Craigellachie
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 58.1%
£150.80

Qty left: 132

Filed Under: New Arrivals, News, Smws, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society

Brave New Spirits Granted Planning Permission For Their New Witchburn Distillery in Campbeltown!

August 29, 2023 by Gary Leave a Comment

Witchburn Distillery

The Glasgow-based independent whisky bottler and blender Brave New Spirits, have today announced that they have been granted planning permission from Argyll & Bute council, for a new single malt whisky distillery at the former RAF Machrihanish airbase in Campbeltown!

The new Net Zero carbon production distillery, located between Campbeltown Airport and Machrihanish Village, will produce 2 million litres of alcohol per year – with the potential and scope for expansion to 4 million in the future, and will be powered by 100% green renewable energy sources. Its state-of-the-art heat and energy recovery systems will make Witchburn one of the most environmentally friendly distilleries in Scotland.

When complete Witchburn will operate with 1 Mash tun – with a capacity of 5 tons; 16 Washbacks – each with a capacity of 30,000 litres, allowing for a fermentation period of 96 hours or more; 2 Wash Stills – each with a capacity of 16,000 litres and 2 Spirit Stills – each with a capacity of 7,000 litres.

Production at Witchburn Distillery is due to commence in the last quarter of 2024

Witchburn, which is the brainchild of Brave New Spirits founders Adam Hochul and Alexander Springensguth, will have its production headed by Founding Master Distiller, Andrew Nairn, former Distillery Manager of Glenkinchie, Strathmill and Borders Distillery. It will use traditional distilling craftsmanship to produce unpeated, lightly peated and heavily peated malts.

The distillery will operate with a carefully planned wood policy, with the majority of its spirit to be filled into barrels from famous American Bourbon producers, Oloroso Sherry casks from various Bodegas, selected Tawny and Ruby Port barriques and organic Bordeaux wine barriques. Witchburn will mature its casks in on-site warehousing close to the sea, and in warehouses in the Campbeltown area.

The distillery takes its name from the word Witch; originally meant folk healers, mostly ‘wised women’ using herbs and power of imagination. Previously amongst the most respected people in village life. Burn; which comes from the Scots Gaelic for naturally occurring fresh water stream or very small river that flows into a larger river.

Witchburn Distillery, which plans to do its part to bring the glory days back to Scotland’s former whisky capital, will create around 30 permanent new jobs in production, warehousing, and distribution,

We were delighted to receive this news today. Our team is excited to be working with the Campbeltown community in the coming months and years to develop Witchburn Distillery!

– Adam Hochul: Co-Founder of Brave New Spirits and the new Witchburn Distillery

Production at Witchburn Distillery is due to commence in the last quarter of 2024


About Brave New Spirits:

Established in 2020, Brave New Spirits, is a multi-award-winning independent whisky bottler and blender, which now export to over 30 countries with their award-winning portfolio of whiskies, including their small-batch & single cask ranges Whisky of Voodoo & Cask Noir, along with higher volume brands for larger retailers, such as The Highland Shepherd Single Malt and Lighthouse Blends. It has its own warehouse in Glasgow, with a second currently being prepared on the site. The company currently employs a team of 25 and has recently appointed a representative in Japan, to cover Asia.

Filed Under: Brave New Spirits, News, Whisky, Witchburn Distillery

Celebrate Rum Day On August 16th With Étän Rum: A Tribute to Family, Heritage & Excellence!

August 11, 2023 by Gary Leave a Comment

The five co-founding sisters of Étän Rum – Laura, Briget, Noella, Caroline, and Kareen!

As Rum Day approaches on August 16th, there is one brand that stands out amongst the crowd, offering not just an award-winning golden spiced rum, but a story of passion, dedication, and togetherness.

Étän Rum is more than just a beverage; it is the embodiment of five sisters’ commitment to their family roots and a celebration of their Cameroonian heritage.

Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch described a cocktail containing Étän Rum as “terrifyingly delicious!”

The name Étän holds a special significance, as it means “five” in Mungaka, their parents’ dialect. This name represents the unbreakable bond between the five sisters—Laura, Briget, Noella, Caroline, and Kareen—who embarked on a journey to create something truly remarkable. Inspired by their Cameroonian heritage, they pooled their passion and expertise to craft a rum that pays homage to the melting pot of ethnic cultures in Cameroon.

Months of tasting, testing, and spirited debates led to the birth of Étän Rum—a unique and flavourful spirit that reflects the diversity and richness of their cultural heritage. The brand’s regal appearance, along with its playful and sophisticated flair, draws inspiration from Bali, a town and commune in Cameroon celebrated for its majestic palace and vibrant festivals.

Étän Rum is a testament to the power of collaboration and family unity.

Through our combined efforts, we have created a product that brings people together, just as our family values have united us.
– Briget Fosang: One of the five co-founding sisters

Rum Day is on August 16th

Their journey from idea to reality has been nothing short of inspiring. Each bottle of Étän Rum encapsulates the dedication, love, and hard work invested by the five sisters, making it a truly exceptional choice for discerning rum enthusiasts.

On an episode of Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch, co-host Simon Rimmer described a cocktail containing Étän Rum as “terrifyingly delicious.” The Rum Ambassador Ian Burrell mixed a handful of British-made craft rum cocktails on the show and the guests unanimously voting the Étän cocktail as their favourite.

So, on August 16th, as we raise our glasses to celebrate Rum Day, let us also raise our spirits to honour the remarkable story of Étän Rum!

Filed Under: News, Rum

“All Together Now” – The SMWS Aims To Taste Their Way To A New Whisky World Record!

August 10, 2023 by Gary Leave a Comment

Madeleine Schmoll is the event host for the record breaking attempt!

To celebrate its 40th anniversary, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is gathering members from around the world in a bid for the world’s biggest online whisky tasting!

As they approach the milestone of 40,000 members around the world, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) has announced it will attempt to set the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the most participants in an online whisky tasting event.

The online whisky tasting will take place on Saturday 30th September 2023

Up to 1,250 members of the worldwide whisky club across the UK, USA, Japan, China and Australia will come together online and take part in the three-dram tasting for around 45 minutes on Saturday 30th September 2023.

The record-setting attempt is taking place during ‘The Gathering’, the flagship event in the Society’s year-long series of 40th anniversary activities for its growing community of members around the world.

Founded in Edinburgh in 1983 by maverick Pip Hills, the SMWS started out as a small group of like-minded whisky lovers who shared a passion for single cask whisky. Now owned by the Artisanal Spirits Company, but with Hills, now 82, at the heart of its 40th-year celebrations, the Society is now the world’s largest whisky club, with almost 38,000 members in more than 20 countries across the globe.

The groundbreaking online whisky tasting event will take place across the world at 2pm. It will be live-streamed from The Vaults in Leith, Edinburgh, the spiritual home of the SMWS, The first dram will be hosted by SMWS Master Ambassador, John McCheyne, the second by Tom Smith, Senior Director of SMWS USA, and the third by Matt Bailey, Director of SMWS Australia.

Partnering with video production company GLO to live-stream the tasting via Zoom, the Society’s world-record bid will see their members taste three Society drams during the online event.

The drams to be sampled are:-

  • Cask No. 55.78 What a Spread!, a 13-year-old rich and sweet bottling from a Speyside distillery, with tasting notes of “spiced toffee, creme brulee and a touch of fresh oak”
  • Cask No. 39.244 Tutti Frutti in a Wooden Bowl, an 11-year-old whisky from the SMWS Juicy Oak & Vanilla flavour profile.
  • Batch 15 Smokus Fruticosus, a blended malt comprised of malt whiskies from the islands of Islay & Orkney.

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society has come a long way since Pip Hills and his friends started exploring the amazing array of flavours in single cask whisky in Edinburgh in the early 1980s.

Now, 40 years later, the Society has almost 40,000 members around the world, including around 18,000 here in the UK, so what better way to celebrate that by bringing so many of our members together to go for this world record.

We’re delighted to be playing our part in this world record attempt – we’ll certainly have fun trying to do it!
– Madeleine Schmoll: Event host and Social Media and Community Manager at The Scotch Malt Whisky Society UK

Up to 1,250 members of the worldwide whisky club will come together online!


About The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS)

• The Scotch Malt Whisky Society was established in Edinburgh in 1983 and has 37,000 members around the world.
• It is owned by The Artisanal Spirits Company (ASC) plc
• The SMWS bottles rare single cask and single malt whisky, exclusive blends and a range of other Single Cask Spirits.
• The Society has bottled whisky from 180 distilleries from Scotland and beyond
• The Society offers a new batch of around 20 different single malt whiskies every month
• Members have access to four exclusive SMWS Members’ Rooms in Leith, Edinburgh, Glasgow and London along with a global network of 100 partner bars.
• The Society offers a variety of membership options that can be tailored.
• For more information about the Society, visit: https://smws.com/, Twitter: @SMWSUK Facebook: @thesmwsuk Instagram: @smws_uk

About The Artisanal Spirits Company (ASC)

• The Artisanal Spirits Company (ASC) plc is based in Edinburgh
• The Artisanal Spirits Company (ASC) plc is building a portfolio of premium brands that bring together some of the world’s best spirits producers with a growing movement of discerning consumers by curating unrivalled collections of craft spirits.
• ASC owns The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) and in 2021 it launched J.G. Thomson & Co. Inspired by its namesake, which was originally a wine and spirits merchant in Leith, Scotland, in the 1700s, J.G. Thomson is a new, adventurous blender, creating small batch blended malt whiskies, blended grain whiskies, rum and gin. 

Filed Under: New Arrivals, News, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society

Sampling Cihuatán ‘Alux’ Rum – A Gift For The Gods – And For You To Enjoy As Well!

August 9, 2023 by Gary Leave a Comment

Cihuatán ‘Alux’ Rum

Highfern Ltd, Cihuatán Rum’s UK importer, now has a new expression for the UK: Cihuatán Alux rum!

Cihuatán Alux is a 15 years old limited edition rum finished in former oloroso sherry and cognac casks!

Cihuatán Rum from El Salvador marries the age old craft of Rum distilling with an innovative forward thinking approach inspired by their Mayan forbears, to create an exciting collection of cask aged Rums.

The Cihuatán Alux is a 15 years old limited edition rum finished in former oloroso sherry and cognac casks.

The name, Alux, is inspired by the Mayan legend of the Aluxes, the guardian gods of the land. To celebrate the harvest and give thanks to the Aluxes the Mayan would hold a feast.

Cihuatán’s master blender Gabriel Ayalaya has blended this limited edition rum to reflect the flavours of the feast with hints of cashew nuts, ginger, cinnamon, roasted corn and chocolate.

The Rum is beautifully presented with hand numbered bottles and a fractal label design which incorporates symbols of the Aluxes, with a macaw, a jaguar, corn and cacao.

Watch an intro on youtube

Many thanks to highfern.com (@HighfernLtd) for sending me a sample!

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

Tasting Notes – Cihuatán Rum (43.2%)

Nose: Citrus aromas abound with lemon and orange at the forefront. This is coupled with stewed fruits and toffee.

Palate: Creamy chocolate with strong coffee, sweet nuts and rich cane sugar.

Finish: A gently spiced finish with pepper that grows with time and there’s some of that citrus lemon and orange at the end.

Overall: This is NOT you’re ordinary run o’ the mill rum. No. Instead it’s a classy delight with plenty of depth of aromas and flavour!

Cihuatán Rum is available to buy from these Merchants:-

  • Highfern Ltd
  • Master of Malt

Once again, many thanks to Robert at highfern.com (@angelsnectar) for sending me the sample!



· Highfern Ltd is the proprietor of Angels’ Nectar Blended Malt and Single Malt Scotch Whisky, and the UK importer of Langatun Swiss Single Malt Whisky, Strane London Dry Gin, and Cihuatán Rum.

Filed Under: New Arrivals, News, Rum, Sampling

A ‘Dram’ Fine Sorbet Turns Up The Heat! The SMWS & Edinburgh Gelato Wizard Get Experimental!

August 4, 2023 by Gary Leave a Comment

Dram fine sorbet turns up the heat!

Joelato’s experimental fusion of sorbet with The Scotch Malt Whisky Society’s new chilli-infused spirit drink offers a taste sensation for fans of the unexpected!

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society has teamed up with cult Edinburgh gelateria Joelato to create an experimental sorbet inspired by the Society’s fiery new spirit drink, Exp.01, as part of the maverick whisky club’s ongoing 40th anniversary celebrations.

The sorbet invention is one of many unique collaborations and creations taking place to mark the SMWS 40th anniversary!

The chilli-infused spirit drink is an unorthodox, limited edition bottling and forms the base of a unique cocktail-inspired sorbet, Pink Grapefruit Derby, which gelato wizard Joe Sykes magicked up after experimenting with flavours at the gelateria’s test kitchens in Perthshire.

The delectable iced creation, with its accompanying notes of black pepper, pink grapefruit and fresh mint, had its first public outing at The Vaults in Leith, the Society’s spiritual home and quickly proved a sell-out sensation with ice cream aficionados at Joelato’s Bonnie & Wild branch in Edinburgh’s St James Quarter this summer.

Exp.01 was created with the addition of around 100 Scotch bonnet chilli peppers to a cask of 10 year old single malt whisky, which was then left to infuse for 17 years. The result of this bold experiment packs a peppery punch, with a sweet paprika flavour profile and a smooth finish. At 55.6% abv and bottled in 10cl hot-sauce sized miniatures, it is made for the most spirited adventurers among us to sip, mix, and cook with.

Plans are afoot for Joelato to whip up another batch of their punchy Pink Grapefruit Derby sorbet to serve up to Scotch Malt Whisky Society members late next month at The Vaults, as part of The Gathering – a feast of celebrations to mark four decades since its inception.

The sorbet invention is one of many unique collaborations and creations taking place to mark the 40th anniversary, as the Society approaches 40,000 members across the globe. This unconventional approach is inspired by the maverick attitude of Pip Hills, the founder of SMWS.

As part of the 40th anniversary celebrations, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is turning the heat up, offering new joiners a free bottle of the experimental chilli-infused liquid with each new purchase of 12 months of membership with mystery malt bottle!

Joelato’s lively sorbet creation is a really exciting new way for people to explore one of the Society’s more experimental bottlings. At SMWS we are passionate about promoting new ideas and collaborating to create unique sensory experiences for adventurous whisky and spirit lovers seeking something unconventional.
– Helen Stewart: SMWS Head of Brand Marketing & Membership

Grapefruit, fresh mint and black pepper makes up the collaborative sorbet!

We were delighted to partner with The Scotch Whisky Society on the launch of Exp.01. Exp.01 is downright delicious, and the complexity and spice of the spirit lends itself wonderfully to a punchy, citrus sorbet, which our Pink Grapefruit Derby certainly is. We couldn’t be happier with the result.

At Joelato we’re big fans of basing gelato and sorbets on cocktails, but it can be a challenge to do justice to a wonderful cocktail in frozen form. For starters, too much alcohol and the gelato won’t freeze. With that in mind, we aim to recreate the authentic flavour and depth of a Margarita, for example, with a little less of the alcoholic punch.
– Joe Sykes: founder of cult Edinburgh gelateria Joelato

Joelato was founded in May 2019 by Joe Sykes and his wife Lucie, with its branch in the Bonnie & Wild Food Hall within the Edinburgh St James Quarter joined by a stand-alone store in North West Circus Place, Stockbridge at the end of 2022.

Their handmade gelatos and sorbets are made from only the best natural ingredients, using traditional techniques. Ingredients are locally sourced wherever possible, and everything is made in-house.


About The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS)

• The Scotch Malt Whisky Society was established in Edinburgh in 1983 and has 37,000 members around the world.
• It is owned by The Artisanal Spirits Company (ASC) plc
• The SMWS bottles rare single cask and single malt whisky, exclusive blends and a range of other Single Cask Spirits.
• The Society has bottled whisky from 180 distilleries from Scotland and beyond
• The Society offers a new batch of around 20 different single malt whiskies every month
• Members have access to four exclusive SMWS Members’ Rooms in Leith, Edinburgh, Glasgow and London along with a global network of 100 partner bars.
• The Society offers a variety of membership options that can be tailored.
• For more information about the Society, visit: https://smws.com/, Twitter: @SMWSUK Facebook: @thesmwsuk Instagram: @smws_uk

About The Artisanal Spirits Company (ASC)

• The Artisanal Spirits Company (ASC) plc is based in Edinburgh
• The Artisanal Spirits Company (ASC) plc is building a portfolio of premium brands that bring together some of the world’s best spirits producers with a growing movement of discerning consumers by curating unrivalled collections of craft spirits.
• ASC owns The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) and in 2021 it launched J.G. Thomson & Co. Inspired by its namesake, which was originally a wine and spirits merchant in Leith, Scotland, in the 1700s, J.G. Thomson is a new, adventurous blender, creating small batch blended malt whiskies, blended grain whiskies, rum and gin. 

Filed Under: New Arrivals, News, Smws, The Scotch Malt Whisky Society

“Strudel Doodle Doo!” – The Latest Whiskies From The SMWS!

August 2, 2023 by Gary Leave a Comment

Strudel doodle doo
Cask No: 71.97


New Arrivals From The Scotch Malt Whisky Society!

Sweet Fruity & Mellow

Guava baklava

Guava baklava
Cask No: 63.111

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-bourbon barrel
Distillery: Glentauchers
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 61.1%
£99.90

Qty left: 11

Heavily Peated

Particle accelerator

Particle accelerator
Cask No: 53.451

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-oloroso hogshead
Distillery: Caol Ila
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 55.8%
£82.50

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Breadalbane Birks butter

Breadalbane Birks butter
Cask No: 60.29

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-bourbon hogshead
Distillery: Aberfeldy
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 53.5%
£54.00

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Oozes decadence

Oozes decadence
Cask No: 41.167

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-oloroso hogshead
Distillery: Dailuaine
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 56.0%
£92.40

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Peated

Mouton bouillie

Mouton bouillie
Cask No: 66.239

Cask Type: 2nd fill charred wine barrique
Distillery: Ardmore
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 57.9%
£91.40

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Sauna, cedar and strawberry

Sauna, cedar and strawberry
Cask No: 96.40

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-bourbon barrel
Distillery: Glendronach
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 57.1%
£86.20

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Library fees

Library fees
Cask No: 35.358

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-bourbon barrel
Distillery: Glen Moray
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 58.3%
£60.00

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A ramble through brambles

A ramble through brambles
Cask No: 79.9

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-bourbon barrel
Distillery: Deanston
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 59.8%
£64.20

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Maverick Exclusive – The Founder’s Tale with Cask 1.284

Maverick Exclusive – The Founder’s Tale with Cask 1.284
Cask No: 1.284

Cask Type: 1st fill hogshead
Distillery: Glenfarclas
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 64.0%
£99.00

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Wizen biscuit

Wizen biscuit
Cask No: 89.18

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-bourbon hogshead
Distillery: Tomintoul
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 62.9%
£64.20

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Juicy Oak & Vanilla

Pure class!

Pure class!
Cask No: 63.112

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-bourbon barrel
Distillery: Glentauchers
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 59.2%
£112.00

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Sweet Fruity & Mellow

Cinnamon toffee (pine)apples

Cinnamon toffee (pine)apples
Cask No: 68.113

Cask Type: 2nd fill ex-bourbon hogshead
Distillery: Blair Athol
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 60.0%
£60.00

Qty left: 84

Sweet Fruity & Mellow

Strudel doodle doo

Strudel doodle doo
Cask No: 71.97

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-bourbon barrel
Distillery: Glenburgie
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 59.2%
£69.00

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Intense earthy sweetness

Intense earthy sweetness
Cask No: 46.144

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-px hogshead
Distillery: Glenlossie
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 53.4%
£75.90

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Line dancing in the Deadwood saloon

Line dancing in the Deadwood saloon
Cask No: 95.75

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-oloroso hogshead
Distillery: Auchroisk / Singleton
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 56.6%
£85.00

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Black Forest burnt toast

Black Forest burnt toast
Cask No: 72.117

Cask Type: 2nd fill #4 char puncheon
Distillery: Miltonduff
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 60.9%
£75.20

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Croissant crumbs in earl grey tea

Croissant crumbs in earl grey tea
Cask No: 94.37

Cask Type: 2nd fill ex-bourbon barrel
Distillery: Fettercairn
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 61.1%
£68.40

Qty left: 129

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Tyrant, show thy face!

Tyrant, show thy face!
Cask No: 6.69

Cask Type: 2nd fill ex-sherry butt
Distillery: Glen Deveron (Macduff Distillery)
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 64.1%
£64.20

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Chauffeur-driven gâteau

Chauffeur-driven gâteau
Cask No: 39.282

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-oloroso hogshead
Distillery: Linkwood
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 57.5%
£106.90

Qty left: 132

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Skip the light fandango

Skip the light fandango
Cask No: 44.172

Cask Type: 1st fill ex-oloroso hogshead
Distillery: Craigellachie
Origin: Scotland
ABV: 56.7%
£150.80

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