1980 Dailuaine 34 Year Old (Special Release 2015) Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
It's not often you get to taste Dailuaine, let alone an uncut 34 year old. In fact, this is only the fourth official bottling and the first of its kind in six years. Matured in refill American oak casks and bottled at natural strength, this also represents the oldest bottling ever to come from the original distillers. Just under 3,000 available worldwide. A rare treat indeed.
Tasting note: Deep amber / gold. Weighty aromas; build to moist fruit cake, tea biscuits with aeration adding a fruity aspect - raisin? Fig? plus hints of hazelnut, vanilla and cocoa. Equally big on mouthfeel, as the nose suggests. Rich barley / spice / dried fruit delivery. Finishes tongue tingling, beeswaxy, oily as late fruitiness combines with hints of pepper and dark chocolate, rebounding with surprising staying power. The brawniest of the collection. Must try for fans of this distillery. 50.9% Alc./Vol
2008 GlenDronach 12YO Single Cask
Aberfeldy 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)
Owned by John Dewar & Sons, the Aberfeldy distillery, situated in the centre of Scotland, some five miles east of Loch Tay, was established initially to produce a supply of single malt for Dewar's White Label blend. Although Aberfeldy 21 Year Old Highland Single Malt is still used within this blend, it's complexity and smooth taste have established it as a beautiful standalone sip, earning the accolade of 'Highland Whisky of the Year 2014' by 'Whisky Magazine.'
Amrut Madeira Single Malt Whisky 50% 700ml
- Type: Indian Whisky
- Size: 700ml
- Standard Drinks: 28
- Alcohol Volume: 50%
- country: India
- Brand Name: Amrut Distillery
- Closure: Stopper
- Whisky Style: Single Malt
Ardbeg Grooves Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL
Bacardi Reserva Limitada 750mL
- Type: Dark Rum
- Size: 750mL
- Standard Drinks: 23.7
- Alcohol Volume: 40.0%
- Country: Puerto Rico
- Brand Name: Bacardi
A blend of mature Puerto Rican rums, BACARDÍ Gran Reserva Limitada is matured in barrels under the Caribbean sun for 12 years. Appealing to the most discerning palette, each golden glass delivers a medley of warm flavours.
Bladnoch Adela 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL
Blair Athol 23 Year Old 1993 Scotch Whisky 700mL
- Type: Scotch Whisky
- Size: 700mL
- Region: Highland
- Standard Drinks: 32.3
- Alcohol Volume: 58.4%
- Country: Scotland
- Age: 23 Year Old
- Brand Name: Blair Athol
- Closure: Cork
Originally founded as Aldour in 1798, named after its water supply; the “burn of the otter”. Soon closed, then refounded as Blair Athol in 1825 by John Robertson. Several different owners from the Connacher family over the following decades. In 1886 became the first distillery owned by Peter Mackenzie, who later founded Dufftown and ran the two distilleries together until 1932. With Dufftown, then bought by Arthur Bell, but not operated again until fully rebuilt, in 1949 capacity doubled to four stills 1973. Visitor centre built in 1987 (among the first in Scotland). Bottled as an 8 year old in the 1970s-80s. Bottled in a sherry cask expression at 12 years as a Flora & Fauna malt. A Rare Malt 27 year old 1975 expression at 54.7% ABV was released in 2003. Blair Athol is distilled in a way that adds a rich, deep malty character to the whisky, which in turn makes it highly suited to ex-sherry cask maturation.
Bowmore Darkest 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL
- Type: Scotch Whisky
- Size: 700mL
- Region: Islay
- Standard Drinks: 23.7
- Alcohol Volume: 43.0%
- Country: Scotland
- Age: 15 Year Old
- Brand Name: Bowmore
- Closure: Cork
- Whisky Style: Single Malt
Bowmore Darkest 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky has been matured in ex-Bourbon casks and then three years in Oloroso Sherry casks, making this Single Malt truly magical. Breathe in delicious dark chocolate, sun-dried fruits and a tell-tale wisp of Islay smoke. On the palate sip wonderful cedar wood and a rich treacle toffee and savour the robust and complex finish with a hint of Sherry tannin.
Bowmore The Devil's Casks Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL
Bruichladdich 25 Year Old Black Art 1994 edition 7.1 Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml
Single malt whisky has the unique ability to capture and preserve a snapshot in time. This edition of our Black Art, 07.1, is symbolic of a moment in time that should not be forgotten. Signifying the end of an era, 1994 was the year Bruichladdich was closed for what could have been the last time.
Nose – Unbelievable complexity, each cask that has played a role in maturing this whisky has a presence, the aromas lift from the glass in an almost orderly procession. First a rich marzipan, then walnut, crème caramel, turkish delight, hints of strawberry, violet, and coconut. There is a heavy fruit style with plum, poached pears, raisin and grapefruit and after opening further wood spice, nutmeg, toasted oak, roasted coffee beans, and muscovado sugar. An absolute delight to nose and discover the depth of flavour. Palate – A little sharpness is a nod to the strength but quickly the satin texture covers the palate to give a viscous, round mouthfeel. The oak’s power and poise give a hint of dryness but also waves of coconut, Turkish delight, soft caramel, and spiced orange. The layers of oak and fruit that come through softly melt into one another; each sip brings a new level of discovery within this most complex of assemblages. While on the palate there appears less complexity than on the nose, an important balance, texture, and defined style serves to highlight the aromatic aspect of this whisky. Finish – It seems that this whisky will go on forever, the incredible viscous texture of this whisky extends the finish and it lingers on the palate. Roasted nuts, then tropical fruit, baked pineapple, and butterscotch give a sweetness that is sure to be remembered. Mood – As ever the mystery of its creation serves to intrigue. Black Art 07.1 gives a moment to reflect on the past and to welcome the possibilities of the future. Colour – Tawny.
Cardhu 11 Year Old 2020 Special Release
Bottled a natural strength (56% ABV) Cardhu 11 Year Old is a new addition to Diego's Special Rare By Nature line for 2020. Not exactly a household name outside of the industry Cardhu never the less has a long history dating back to before distilleries were legal. Aged in new and ex-bourbon American oak hogsheads along with refill casks it has a creamy texture with a flavour profile replete with juicy fruits, buttery toffee, chilli spice, and fresh bread notes. Best served neat but a drop water does help release Cardhu 11 Year Old's sweet buttery side and reduce the fire.
Cardhu 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700mL
- Type: Scotch Whisky
- Size: 700mL
- Region: Speyside
- Standard Drinks: 22.0
- Alcohol Volume: 40.0%
- Country: Scotland
- Age: 18 Year Old
- Brand Name: Cardhu
- Closure: Cork
- Whisky Style: Single Malt
Carn Mor Glenlossie 1993 27YO Cask Strength 47.3% 700ml
The Carn Mor Celebration of the Cask range of Single Cask Whisky from the family-owned independent bottlers, Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers, are a very limited range from distilleries all over Scotland. All the bottles are numbered and once they are gone they cannot be replaced as they are from one-off bottlings from a single cask. The Carn Mor Celebration of the Cask Scotch Whiskies are bottled at cask strength and are all non-chill filtered.
This 27-year-old single cask scotch whisky was distilled at the Glenlossie Distillery in Speyside in 1993 before spending 27 years in a single ex-Bourbon barrel. The cask (#3653) produced 185 bottles of malt at a natural cask strength of 47.3% ABV.
Expect a malt with vanilla notes, candy-floss and warm peaches with a long lingering finish
47.3% ABV 700ml
Chivas Regal Royal Salute 21 Years Old (Sapphire Flagon) 700ml Limited Edition
Clase Azul Reposado Tequila 750ml
Comte De Grasse Gin 44N 500mL
- Type: Gin
- Size: 500mL
- Standard Drinks: 17.4
- Alcohol Volume: 44%
- Country: France
- Brand Name: Comte De Grasse
- Closure: Stopper
First gin distilled on the French Riviera, Inspired by the Perfume Mastery of Grasse. 44N is produced using a unique 3 step cutting edge process. The process is inspired by the high tech extraction and distillation techniques used for making the best perfumes in the world and has never before been used in spirits.
The 20 high quality botanicals that go into 44n include Cade (a species of juniper typical to the Mediterranean), Mimosa, Rose Centifolia, Immortelle and Verbena which meld together with our unique process.
Top notes
The first thing that hits your nose is fresh zingy lemon peel and grapfruit. The aroma of a marine breeze, samphire, is punctuated by touches of mimosa. Cade adds woody, piney facets.
Body notes
A blooming floral body with hints of Grasse's rose centifolia and jasmine. Jammy facets of bitter orange are countered by the herbaceous punch of angelica. Hints of warm pepper here and there round out the middle notes.
Base notes
The tangy warm spicy notes of alexanders, underlying all along, allude to the undergrowth where the cade grows freely. Orris and honey ensure a sweet yet musky long-lasting effect on the tongue, holding their end as floral and citrus notes mingle nicely together.
Crystal Head Aurora Vodka 700mL
- Type: Vodka
- Size: 700mL
- Standard Drinks: 22.1
- Alcohol Volume: 40.0%
- Country: Canada
- Brand Name: Crystal Head
- Closure: Cork
A unique, new expression of Crystal Head. Produced in Newfoundland, Canada, Crystal Head Aurora is an award winning, ultra-premium vodka that was created by actor, musician, and comedian Dan Aykroyd and renowned artist John Alexander. The vodka is distilled five times from the finest English wheat and blended into a neutral grain spirit with pristine, untouched waters of Newfoundland. The vodka is then filtered seven times, of which three are through layers of semi-precious crystals known as Herkimer diamonds. Crystal Head Aurora contains no additives - a naturally smooth spirit. The most vivid North American aerial phenomenon is the aurora borealis and the Aurora bottle was created in celebration of this natural light display, with its’ beauty and mysterious visual properties.A clean, clear, colourless spirit. On the nose – crisp with delicate floral aromas and a subtle hint of anise. Warm with strong peppercorn notes and a touch of sweetness. Dry, clean, and warming sensation on the finish
Crystal Head Vodka 3L
Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky 700ml
Style - Scotch Whisky
Country - Scotland
Bottle Size - 700ml
ABV - 48.8%
Distilled in 1989 and bottled in 2015, this Dalwhinnie 25 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky is one of only 5916 bottles.
Long ageing in refill hogsheads has given this aromatic, crisply focused Dalwhinnie a surprising freshness and an unusually rich, spicy dryness.