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The Cheshire Whisky Event 2014 – Tickets Available Now!

January 17, 2014 by Gary Leave a Comment

The Cheshire Whisky Event 2014 – Tickets Available Now!

The 5th Annual Cheshire Whisky Event is the whisky tasting and sampling event of the year and will be taking place on Monday May 5th 2014 at Willington Hall, Cheshire.

Willington Hall is justly famous for its unrivalled views across the Cheshire countryside and magnificent sunsets behind the Welsh mountains. Willington Hall stands in 17 acres of award winning formal gardens and parklands.

The Hall makes a perfect setting for the Cheshire Whisky Event which appeals to both the enthusiast and the novice alike.

The event aims to provide the ultimate whisky experience with expert advice on hand and the opportunity to learn about the whisky basics.

In short, there is something for all!

The Cheshire Whisky Event gives you the unique opportunity to sample some of the greatest whiskies in the world and get a great chance to mingle with whisky producers, distillers and marketers.

EXHIBITORS: Each year The Cheshire Whisky Event brings a different balance of exhibitors, however, one thing that is guaranteed is a selection of the greatest whiskies in the world!

Distilleries taking part (so far):

BenRiach
GlenDronach
Old Pulteney
AnConc
Paul John
anCnoc
Balblair
Dalmore
Douglas Laing
Hunter Laing
Bruichladdich
Compass Box
Hi Spirits Bourbons
Nikka

MASTER CLASSES: These tutored tastings provide a unique insight into the world of whisky and a fantastic chance to ask all those hidden questions.
You have up to an hour of intense time learning more about your favourite whiskies.
Many of the Master classes are dedicated to one brand or expression, presented by brand ambassadors, master distillers, leading experts or Whisky Magazine writers, the Whisky Taste Master classes always guarantee a memorable experience.

Taste and discover great whiskies at The Cheshire Whisky Event 2014

TASTINGS: It’s all about the taste!
And at the 2014 event you will have a un-rivalled opportunity to taste and discover great whiskies.
From the classic ranges you may have sampled before to rare and exclusive bottling’s.

Exhibitors are always on hand to talk (and drink) you through their range whiskies providing invaluable knowledge and experience.

If you’re new to whisky or a seasoned expert, there is something for everyone to try at The Cheshire Whisky Event.

ADMISSION PRICE: £25.00 per person (tickets available from this link), this includes all samples and admission to one Master Class.

Date: Monday 5th May 2014

Venue: Willington Hall – Willington – Tarporley – CW6 0NB

Time: 11am – 5pm

More information can be obtained from Mark at:-
EDENCROFT FINE WINES
8-10 Hospital Street
NANTWICH
Cheshire
CW5 5RJ

www.edencroft.co.uk

Tel: 01270 629 975
Mob: 07974 650 998

Douglas Laing Directors Cut – New Malts From Edencroft!

November 5, 2013 by Gary Leave a Comment

Edencroft has 6 New additions to it’s range this week with a Japanese malt (Yoichi) and some Douglas Laing Directors Cut whiskies from the Lowland, Orkney and Speyside regions.

The brands include Aberlour, Highland Park, Littlemill.

The ages of the new whiskies range from 20 to 46 Year Old malts.

Supplier	Brand	Bottle Size	Price
Edencroft	Yoichi Single Malt – 1990 – Aged 20 Years Country: Japanese Region: Japanese Age: 20 Year Old Strength: 50% Summary: Single Malt Yoichi 1990 is made from four different types of malt whiskies, distilled at Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery in 1990. This whisky has its rich, deep aroma, lasting peaty character and distinctive dry finish.	70cl	£ 260.00 BUY NOW
Edencroft	Port Dundas – 35 Year Old Directors Cut (douglas Laing) Country: Scotland Region: Lowland Age: 35 Year Old Strength: 59.2%	1 x 70cl	£ 180.00 BUY NOW
Edencroft	Aberlour – 25 Year Old Directors Cut (douglas Laing) Country: Scotland Region: Speyside Age: 25 Year Old Strength: 50.9%	1 x 70cl	£ 185.00 BUY NOW
Edencroft	Highland Park – 28 Year Old Directors Cut (douglas Laing) Country: Scotland Region: Orkney Age: 28 Year Old Strength: 48.5%	1 x 70cl	£ 200.00 BUY NOW
Edencroft	Littlemill – 21 Year Old Directors Cut (douglas Laing) Country: Scotland Region: Speyside Age: 21 Year Old Strength: 45.2%	1 x 70cl	£ 115.00 BUY NOW
Edencroft	Speysides Finest – 46 Year Old Directors Cut (douglas Laing) Country: Scotland Region: Speyside Age: 46 Year Old Strength: 47.9%	1 x 70cl	£ 295.00 BUY NOW

Edencroft – New Malt Whisky Arrivals

November 4, 2011 by Gary Leave a Comment

The Last Vatted Malt

Edencroft Fine Wines & Spirits have some nice new editions to their range today with some (soon to be illegal!) Compass Box vatted whiskies and a comprehensive collection of Old Malt Casks.

Compass Box - The Last Vatted Malt

Compass Box – The Last Vatted Malt

Compass Box key Limited Edition release of 2011

A very fine, very limited edition in homage to the Vatted Malt category which
from midnight on 22nd November 2011 will become illegal. This ancient term
will thereafter be replaced by Blended Malt Scotch Whisky.

Made from a marriage of fine, old single malt whiskies from Islay and
Speyside distilleries: 22% Glenallachie 1974 (36 yo) aged in first-fill sherry butt,
78% Caol Ila 1984 (26 years old) aged in American oak hogsheads.

Aristocratic, intense, dried fruits are underscored by a subtle, sweet
smokiness, and perfect maturity.

Bottled at Cask Strength

Production: approx 1,323 bottles

Each bottle will be personally signed by John Glaser

£175.00 per bottle

Compass Box - The Last Vatted Grain

Compass Box – The Last Vatted Grain

Compass Box Limited Edition release of 2011

A very rare, small quantity, limited edition in homage to the Vatted Grain
category which from midnight on 22nd November 2011 will become illegal.
This ancient term will thereafter be replaced by Blended Grain Scotch Whisky.

Made from a marriage of fine, old single grain whiskies: 31% Invergordon
1965 (42 years old), 14% Carsebridge 1979 (29 years old), 20% Port Dundas
1991 (20 years old) and 35% Cameronbridge 1997 (14 years old)

All aged in first-fill American oak barrels

Deep aromas and flavours of vanilla pastry cream, toffee and lightly toasted
nuts, with a subtle and elegant complexity.

Bottled at 46% vol.

Production: approx 297 bottles

Each bottle will be personally signed by John Glaser

£125.00 per bottle

The Old Malt Casks

A favourite amongst whisky drinkers since it’s humble beginnings back in 1998 (when 50 single cask bottles were produced by Douglas Laing to commemorate their 50th anniversary).

Today, The Old Malt Cask regularly offers over a hundred superb Malts to the connoisseur or anyone else who likes a good malt!

The new additions to Edencroft’s range are below and they all scored brilliantly in Jim Murray’s 2012 Whisky Bible – an average of nearly 94!

The Old Malt Cask, 20 Year Old AULTMORE – scored 93 Points – Jim Murray’s 2012 Whisky Bible.

The Old Malt Cask, 18 Year Old ABERFELDY – scored 94 Points – Jim Murray’s 2012 Whisky Bible.

The Old Malt Cask, 15 Year Old BENRIACH – scored 93 Points – Jim Murray’s 2012 Whisky Bible.

The Old Malt Cask, 28 Year Old LINKWOOD – scored 95 Points – Jim Murray’s 2012 Whisky Bible.