Single Malt Whisky

Nose: Rich and aromatic with notes of dried fruits, vanilla, and honey.

Taste: Smooth and velvety, with flavors of caramel, toffee, and dark chocolate.

Palate: Well-balanced and complex, with hints of oak, spice, and a touch of smoke.

Dried fruits, honey, cloves and freshly cooked brioche on the nose. Creamy mouthfeel initially hit the tongue. Delicate lightly roasted barley is tasted first and reveals soft vanilla cream, nutmeg and pleasant subtle pepper spiciness. The spice peaks and falls to a clean finish, warm and pleasant.

The whisky begins with a base of the same spirit that goes into Glenmorangie Original, 10-year-old whisky matured exclusively in American oak Ex-Bourbon casks. The whisky is then finished for 2 years in Oloroso Sherry casks from Jerez, Spain.

Aroma: Warm spices mixed with smooth chocolate-covered raisins, honeycomb and caramel toffee.

Taste: Deliciously sweet sherry-flavoured sultanas, orange segments, walnuts and butterscotch combine to create complex warm spices.

Finish: Long and satisfying finish with spiced orange and chocolate-covered hazelnuts.

Inchgower distillery is located in the village of Buckie on the Moray Firth coast and is known for producing a full-bodied and robust style of whisky. The distillery uses locally-sourced water from the nearby Burn of Inchgower to produce its whiskies.
In general, single malt whiskies from the Inchgower distillery are known for their rich and complex flavor profile, with notes of dried fruits, honey, and a hint of smoke.

Nose: Sweet toffee and candied orange aromas with silky white chocolate and sugared violets. Tropical fruit notes come to the fore with hints of coconut and ripe banana. A nutty note lingers in the background.
Taste: Intense sweetness to begin then fading to reveal herbal aniseed and peppery notes. Dried tropical fruit; pineapple, lime, and coconut flavours complement madagascan vanilla pod.
Finish: Rounded, with lingering vanilla tones with an herbal edge.

Producer Tasting Note
Nose: Rich brown sugar and stewed apples lead to glacé cherries and raisins alongside a subtle touch of honey and ginger.
Taste: Dark honey and almond flavours lead to raisins, warm ginger and lingering fruit loaf.
Finish: A light and delicate finish with soft cherries and toasted almonds.

Nose: Creamy, aromatic nose with hints of hay, malted barley, oak and mixed peels. Palate: Soft smoke and gingerbread, oodles of toasty spices, Demerara sugar and boiled sweets.

Following on from Glenmorangie's A Tale of Cake, the magnificent distillery has gone and created A Tale of Winter (we do like the idea that "cake" is in fact a season and that it precedes winter, but we don't think that's what they're going for here)! Director of whisky creation Dr. Bill Lumsden wanted to evoke the feeling of winter, of sitting in front of a fireplace while the snow fall outside, and to do so, he finished a bourbon barrel-matured single malt in ex-Marsala wine casks. All those rich, comforting, chocolatey notes certainly put this one in the ‘winter warmer' category.

The GlenDronach 10 Year Old is a richly sherried Highland single malt, matured in fine Pedro Ximenez and Oloroso sherry casks. A dram which encapsulates the heritage and terroir of Forgue: a cornucopia of brambles, ripe barley and resinous oak, with a long, lingering finish. Nose: A dance of Seville blood orange and cherry, with harvest-ripe barley, roast chestnuts and winter-spiced cocoa.
Palate: Sweet Valencia orange and Morello cherries with rolling waves of ripe barley. As the flavour deepens, savour dark currants, praline toffee and earthy brambles.
Finish: A richly satisfying, lingering finish of orange-laced tobacco and ground nutmeg.

Nose: Dried dark fruits with tropical undertones on the nose, followed by hints of biscuit, oak and freshly cut grass.

Palate: Sweet butterscotch with a crème brulee char on the pallet. Hints of freshly sliced pear, dried figs, dates and raisin with sweet almond, honey and creamy shortbread notes.

Finish: A long finish of thickly spread orange marmalade, nutmeg notes underpinned by complex woodiness and a slight spice.

Awards: DOUBLE GOLD -China Wine Spirits Awards

GOLD - San Francisco World Spirits Competition

GOLD - International Spirits Challenge GOLD - International Whisky Competition

GOLD - Scotch Whisky Master

The whisky pours a vibrant pale gold, greeting the senses with a captivating aroma of smoke and brine, evoking memories of a seaside bonfire. Delving further, one discovers subtle notes of crisp apple, lemon peel, dried heather, and honey interwoven seamlessly. On the palate, it offers a smooth and pleasantly warm sensation, showcasing a delightful balance of sweet and smoky flavors.

Amrut's flagship Indian single malt, renowned for its distinctive blend of spice, fruit, and honey notes, is showcased in this expression. Bottled at 46% ABV, it offers a depth of flavor that aptly represents the distillery's craftsmanship and character.

Nose: Rich and inviting aromas of caramel, toffee, and vanilla mingle with hints of dried fruits and oak spice.

Taste: The palate is smooth and velvety, with flavors of honeyed malt, dark chocolate, and roasted nuts. Subtle notes of cinnamon and clove add a touch of warmth and complexity.

Palate: The finish is long and satisfying, with lingering notes of sweet toffee, toasted oak, and a gentle hint of smoke. Overall, Hyde No. 4 Presidents Cask '1922' Single Malt Irish Whiskey is a beautifully balanced and luxurious whiskey, showcasing the best of Irish craftsmanship.

Glen Scotia Double Cask Rum Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky beautifully marries the traditional maritime qualities of Campbeltown malt with the sweet, tropical influence of Caribbean rum casks. This dual maturation process starts with aging in American oak barrels, followed by a finishing period in select rum casks, which imparts an additional layer of complexity and richness to the whisky. It features a deep amber color, with a nose that exudes notes of vanilla, rich toffee, and hints of fruit, alongside the distinctive briny undertones typical of Glen Scotia whiskies. The palate is an exquisite blend of sweet caramel, tropical fruits, and subtle spices, complemented by the classic maritime saltiness. The finish is smooth and long-lasting, with a delightful sweetness from the rum cask that perfectly balances the whisky's inherent robust character. Glen Scotia Double Cask Rum Cask Finish is a testament to the distillery's innovative spirit, offering a unique and memorable tasting experience that stands out among single malts.

With a bold and smoky aroma, this whisky captivates the senses with sweet spice, dried dark fruit, caramel, tar, brine, and toasted nuts. On the palate, it delivers richness, sweetness, and smoothness, unveiling robust flavors of smoky campfire, cumin, molasses, and peat, accompanied by hints of apple crumble and spice.

The fourth release in Glenfiddich’s Experimental Series, this expression comprises peated and unpeated single malt, matured in bourbon barrels and then finished for 3 months in Latin American rum casks. A nose of spiced rum, vanilla, ripe pears, and pipe tobacco. Baked apple, sweet oak, and cinder toffee on the palate, with ashy smoke. Peppery sweet peat, rum, and brittle toffee in the relatively short finish. Best Value

Terminado is a unique blend that marries Smokehead Islay single malt with tequila, resulting in an unprecedented and captivating whisky experience. The combination of the fiery peat of Islay whisky with the distinct flavors of tequila cask finishing creates a mesmerizing interplay of smoke, agave, sweetness, and citrus. This unconventional union produces a whisky that is bold, complex, and utterly distinctive, offering a taste sensation unlike any other.

The eagerly anticipated Limited Edition Smokehead Sherry Cask Blast, formerly known as Sherry Bomb, from Iain MacLeod Distillers has made its debut! This Islay single malt whisky has been treated to an intense infusion of rich, sweet, and spicy Spanish sherry casks, resulting in a powerful and full-bodied dram. Bursting with flavors of sherried fruits, dates, burnt orange peel, and sticky toffee, it delivers a robust punch of Islay peat smoke. A dream come true for lovers of Islay and sherried whiskies alike, this innovative and special release promises a taste sensation like no other.

This first cask-strength expression in Highland Park’s core range was matured predominantly in sherry-seasoned American oak. Honey, bonfire smoke, orange peel, and a suggestion of treacle on the nose. Sweet and smoky on the palate, with toffee and orchard fruits turning more citric in time. The finish yields sweet spices, more honey, dark chocolate, black pepper, and bonfire embers.

The nosing passes find lightly toasted malt notes along with wood, sawdust, distant mint, and light caramel—not the most expressive Highland Park bouquet. The palate entry highlights the maltiness; at midpalate the taste becomes sweeter and honey like complementing the grain/malt base. Finishes assertively with the spirit underlining the honeyed sweetness.

It’s a brave person who tries to persuade a malt like Lagavulin to go into a different direction. Indeed, even PX casks, from the sweetest fortified wine of all, can’t fully obscure the distillery’s character, just give it a raisined coating. The creosote turns to tar and licorice, while there’s Syrah-like sootiness, and damson. This release is slightly less sweet than in the past and is the better for it, though I still prefer my Lagavulin relatively ‘naked.’

Spicy on the nose, with deep, full tropical fruit notes, praline, and marzipan. The palate is silky, with fudge and raisins, then cherry liqueur. The finish yields dark chocolate and citrus fruit, plus peppery oak.

A groundbreaking collaboration between Stella and Mary McCartney marks a creative milestone for Macallan. This inaugural joint venture celebrates the shared values of both parties, focusing on their love and respect for the natural world. Inspired by their cherished memories of Scotland's amber fields and serene countryside, the McCartney sisters infuse their creative talents into this special release. Crafted by The Macallan Whisky Mastery Team, the expression reflects the essence of Scottish grasslands, with warm meadows and mature barley fields evoked through a combination of sherry seasoned oak and bourbon casks. The nose offers rich notes of orange, lemon, honeysuckle, and vanilla, while the palate reveals layers of oak, lemon, melon, almond, and green tea. The finish is rich, sweet, and enduring, completing this complex and memorable whisky experience.

Deep sherry aromas, notes of plum skin, black currant, allspice, star anise, damp peat smoke, cocoa powder, and tanned leather: It’s outrageously good. A complex palate with a creamy mouthfeel of plum, stewed fruits, baked citrus, gentle spices, and ground hazelnut, becoming mellow and nutty with smoke, spice, and fruit through the finish.

Introducing Oban Special Release 2023, a captivating single malt scotch whisky that pays homage to the art of distillation. Aged for 11 years and bottled at natural cask strength, this whisky showcases the mastery of its craft. Finished in Caribbean pot still rum casks, it embodies innovation in finishing techniques, imparting a unique character exclusive to this special release. Whether you're a seasoned whisky connoisseur or new to the world of single malt scotch, Oban Special Release 2023 is a must-try. With its exceptional flavor profile, natural cask strength, and distinctive finishing process, it stands out among whiskies and promises to be a prized addition to any collection. Distilled, matured, and bottled in Scotland.

The ninth installment in the Penderyn Icons of Wales series, aptly named 'The Headliner' in honor of David Lloyd George (1863-1945), the sole Welsh Prime Minister and architect of the Immature Spirits Act 1915, mandating a minimum three-year maturation period for whisky. On the nose, expect subtle hints of red berries, strawberries and cream, complemented by a touch of cranberries, light oak, and vanilla. The palate offers a rich and sweet experience, with flavors of dried fruits, salted caramel, floral honey, and a spicy note of black pepper, leading to a tannin-driven dry finish.

Part of the Jura range exhibiting ‘sweetness and smoke.’ This was aged in first-fill American oak barrels and finished in six different types of French oak casks. Nutty on the nose, with freshly sawn wood, savory notes, and emerging ripe peaches. Very fruity on the palate, with tangerines, fudge, cinnamon, and toasted oak. Drying in the finish, with nutmeg.

Aged in a mix of American white oak barrels, oloroso casks, and cabernet sauvignon barriques. Sherry, vanilla, caramel, ripe cherries, and sultanas on the nose. The palate yields characteristic Dalmore orange, plus brittle toffee, bitter chocolate, and cherry liqueur. Spicy licorice and soft oak in the finish.

Nose: Rich and malty with notes of honey, vanilla, and caramel. Subtle hints of oak and spice.

Taste: Smooth and creamy with flavors of toffee, butterscotch, and toasted almonds. Slight fruity undertones of apples and pears.

Palate: Full-bodied and well-balanced. Delicate sweetness with a touch of spice. Lingering finish of oak and a hint of smoke.

Nose: Rich and fruity with notes of ripe apples, pears, and a hint of citrus. Subtle floral undertones and a touch of honey.

Taste: Smooth and creamy with a gentle sweetness. Flavors of caramel, toffee, and vanilla mingle with hints of oak and spice.

Palate: Medium-bodied with a velvety texture. The fruitiness continues, with more apple and pear flavors, accompanied by a touch of malt and a subtle nuttiness. The finish is long and warming, with a gentle spice lingering on the palate.

The Bowmore Distillery, established in 1779 and located on Islay is so close to the sea, the Atlantic waves smash against the iconic sea-facing wall. This salt spray of this No. 1 Vaults release is a key tasting note. The aromas will give you bright orange zest and marmalade drizzled with the sea and the palate will give you salted honeycomb, iodine soaked blood orange, ocean spiced blackberry and kumquat. Ageing in ex-bourbon casks adds greater depth to this spirit.

Presented in a highly distinctive squat bottle, each expression comes beautifully packaged in a specially crafted wooden box. From the Auchentoshan distillery in Speyside, this single malt is made for savoring and sipping. Tropical fruit notes of mango and papaya are evident along with more complex notes of baking spices (clove, nutmeg), vanilla, toffee, and honey. If dad is a seasoned Scotch drinker, he is sure to enjoy this. Impressive.

93 Points, International Wine & Spirit Competition 2021
"Deep in colour and rich in taste, this spirit offers spice on the palate with hints of cinnamon and nutmeg. Oak comes through on the nose with a sweet aftertaste."

As you can probably figure out from the name, this is a peated expression, made specifically with heather-rich peat from the highlands. After distillation, the whisky was matured in first-fill ex-sherry casks and allowed a finishing period in virgin oak casks . the experience is a wonderfully floral and welcoming sweet BBQ smoke on the nose with floral undertones throughout. Notes of rich toffee and dark fruits combine on the palate with hints of tobacco leaf and dried apricots before a wonderfully rich and long finish with a hint of spice.
Glasgow 1770 Peated was named ‘Best Lowland Single Malt Whisky in 2020, 2021 and 2022' and is an absolute must for any peated whisky fans.

The founder's reserve is quintessential Glen Garioch; it pours a bright amber colour with aromas of sweet vanilla, grapefruit, green apple and subtle spice; the palate has buttery creaminess leading to more flavours of vanilla and green apple; citrus notes add to the cleanliness while the finish remains subtle and elegant.

The Glasgow Distillery Company has gone and distilled its whisky not once, not twice, but thrice! This is its Triple Distilled single malt Scotch whisky, which has been fully matured in virgin oak casks, and it gets bottled up at 46% ABV without any chill-filtration or additional colouring. It's got that traditional triple-distilled lightness to it, but packs plenty of complexity in there too.

Matured wholly in air-dried, hand-selected ex-bourbon casks, the 'unashamedly excellent' Old Pulteney 12-years-old is the definitive expression in the Old Pulteney family.
Traditionally crafted using techniques that other distillers have long abandoned, this winner of numerous gold medals at the most prestigious international competitions is a high water-mark of quality spirits. Deep amber, red golden (with a slight pink hue) sparkling with a copper glow. Medium to high intensity with a briny hint of sea air.