Whisky, a spirit steeped in tradition and craftsmanship, offers a diverse array of flavours and styles that cater to both seasoned connoisseurs and those new to its allure. From the peaty depths of Islay to the refined elegance of Speyside, each bottle tells a unique story of its origin and maturation. In this curated selection, we explore some of the finest whiskies available, highlighting their distinctive characteristics and the artistry behind their creation.
Loch Lomond Whiskies Waypoint 16 Year Old
The Loch Lomond 16-Year-Old Waypoint Series Falls of Falloch is the first release in Loch Lomond’s new Waypoint Series, paying tribute to the stunning Falls of Falloch in the Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park. This unpeated single malt showcases Loch Lomond’s innovative Swan Neck stills, offering a unique character. Matured for 15 years in a combination of three types of ex-bourbon American oak casks, it is then finished for an additional 12 months in ex-Cognac barrels, delivering a well-rounded and complex whisky. On the nose, expect delicate aromas of soft citrus and honey blossom, leading to a palate brimming with stewed apple, honeysuckle, and a drizzle of honey. The finish is medium in length, leaving behind a delightful impression of waxy fruits and a subtle honeyed sweetness. A superb whisky for those seeking a refined and elegant dram.
Glen Scotia – Icons Of Campbeltown Release No.2
The Glen Scotia 14 Year Old Icons of Campbeltown Release No.2 is the latest addition to the celebrated Icons of Campbeltown series. This medium-peated single malt draws inspiration from the legendary tale of Saint Michael slaying a fire-breathing dragon, an image engraved on Campbeltown’s historic market cross. After spending 14 years in oak, this whisky undergoes a distinctive six-month finish in ex-Barolo red wine casks and is bottled at a cask strength of 56.8% ABV, delivering an intense and bold flavour profile. The nose offers a coastal influence of ocean spray alongside vibrant notes of red berries and a whisper of peat smoke. The palate reveals a rich tapestry of melted brown sugar, raspberry, cranberry, crisp apple, and creamy vanilla. The finish is long and satisfying, characterised by red cherries interwoven with lingering peat smoke. This release is an exceptional choice for whisky enthusiasts seeking a dram with depth, complexity, and a touch of Campbeltown legend.
MacNair’s Lum Reek 10-year-old Cask Strength Batch 3
The Lum Reek 10-Year-Old Cask Strength Batch 3 from The GlenAllachie Distillery in Speyside is a bold & complex whisky crafted under the expertise of Master Distiller Billy Walker. This limited-edition blend of peated & unpeated malts, matured in Pedro Ximénez, Oloroso & Virgin Oak casks, delivers a rich profile of sweet peat smoke, dark chocolate, dried fruits & oak spice, bottled at a robust 55.4%. Perfect for collectors & connoisseurs, it’s an exceptional dram for pairing with smoked meats or dark chocolate, ideal for gifting or savouring.
Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ice Chalet
The Johnnie Walker Blue Label Ice Chalet Edition is a luxurious, limited-edition Scotch whisky, offering a rich, complex blend of flavours, including honey, dried fruits, spices, and a subtle smoky finish. Presented in an elegant, frosted bottle inspired by winter chalets, this release is a tribute to craftsmanship and rare whisky-making. Perfect for gifting, it’s an ideal choice for whisky aficionados who appreciate premium blends and striking presentation.
Talisker Tidal Churn 8 Year Old
The Talisker 8-Year-Old Special Release 2024 is a robust Island single malt Scotch whisky that captures the essence of maritime character. Matured in casks whose original char layers were polished away by rocks and water, then lightly re-toasted, this expression reveals a harmonious blend of fruity and vanilla notes. On the nose, waves of pear and apple emerge alongside hints of seaweed, pepper, and spice. The palate is very smooth, mouth-filling, and creamy in texture, with a powerful taste that is sweet at first and salty mid-palate. Bottled at a cask strength of 58.7% ABV, it delivers an intense and immersive tasting experience, making it a compelling addition to any whisky enthusiast’s collection.
Singleton 14-Year-Old Glen Ord Special Release
The Singleton 14-Year-Old Glen Ord Special Release 2024 is a distinguished Highland single malt Scotch whisky, embodying the essence of autumn. Matured exclusively in first-fill ex-bourbon casks and finished with Pyrenean and Spanish oak cask ends, this expression offers a harmonious blend of vibrant orchard fruits, fragrant aromatics, and crisp grassy notes. On the palate, it presents a balanced sweetness with layers of vanilla, toffee, and gentle spice, culminating in a long, warming finish. Bottled at a robust 54.7% ABV, this cask-strength whisky delivers a rich and immersive tasting experience, making it a noteworthy addition to any connoisseur’s collection.
Bladnoch Vinaya
Bladnoch Vinaya from Scotland’s southernmost Scotch whisky distillery showcases the signature grassy floral spirit typical of the Lowlands region. Part of The Bladnoch Classic Collection which is expertly handcrafted by Master Distiller, Dr Nick Savage and his team, using water from the River Bladnoch which flows alongside the distillery, the expression reveals the distillery’s bold Galloway spirit and twinned cask approach, bringing together two different cask styles to create a unique taste profile. Vinaya, a Sanskrit word meaning respect and gratitude, pays homage to Bladnoch’s original founders who paved the way for the brand’s exciting new era of innovation and production. Bladnoch Vinaya is matured in a unique combination of first-fill bourbon and sherry casks, a process which creates notes of fresh apple, sweet floral grass and hints of chocolate.
Edinburgh Castle Whisky
This exclusive whisky from Historic Scotland, Edinburgh Castle Whisky, is a highland single malt scotch whisky that has been aged for 10 years. On the nose, you will experience shortbread biscuit aromas with a touch of vanilla and honey. Upon tasting, you will be met with a variety of earthy sherry notes, orange peel, vanilla, and shortbread, all culminating in a subtle earthy finish from the ex-sherry casks.
anCnoc 12
anCnoc 12-year-old is an award–winning single malt whisky from the Highlands of Scotland. It is complex yet smooth, with a nose of citrus fruits and sweet honeycomb, a creamy mouthfeel, and a long, fruity finish. Matured in a combination of second-fill American oak, ex–bourbon, and ex–sherry casks, it is the perfect whisky for any occasion.
The Glendronach 12 Year Old
Nestled in the valley of Forgue, deep in the East Highland hills, is The GlenDronach, one of the oldest licensed distilleries in Scotland. The GlenDronach is of true Highland style: a complex and full-bodied spirit, perfect for slow maturation in Spanish sherry oak. This superb richly sherried single malt is matured for at least 12 years in a combination of the finest Spanish Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks. Natural colour and bottled at 43%, The GlenDronach 12 year old is a sweet, creamy dram.
Benriach
Known for its long-standing tradition of distilling classic, peated and triple distilled whisky and a vast eclectic cask inventory sourced from around the world, Benriach’s portfolio has been artistically crafted by Master Blender Dr. Rachel Barrie and her team. Displaying the diversity and versatility of Benriach’s orchard fruit-laden style, The Benriach range spans the full spectrum of whisky flavour – lending itself to a variety of flavour palates and creative serves.
Berry Bros. & Rudd Sherry Cask Matured – The Classic Range
With two Royal Warrants and over 300 years of history, Berry Brothers & Rudd is Britain’s original wine and spirits merchant is family-owned and run and still trades from No.3 St James’s Street, home since 1698. The team have selected a blend of sherry cask single malts to create this beautiful example of a well-sherried whisky. Sherry casks are a luxury in whisky making and these expensive barrels imbue a spirit with distinctive notes of deep fruit, citrus and nuts making their Classic Sherry Cask Malt deliver a balanced expression in a uniquely engaging style. Their Classic Range is a remarkable range of malt whiskies that epitomise the best of the four classic styles of Scottish Malt – The Regions of Islay and Speyside, and the distinctive cask styles of Sherry and Peat.
The Macallan 12-Year-Old Double Cask Single Malt Whisky
The Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old is part of the brand’s Double Cask range, which marries the classic Macallan style with the unmistakable sweetness of American oak. Creating a distinctive style thanks to maturation in both European and American oak casks, Macallan’s 12-year-old, sherry-seasoned whisky is sweet and rounded. On the nose is an aroma of creamy butterscotch with hints of toffee apple, candied orange, and vanilla custard, while the palate is honeyed, balancing wood spices and citrus with raisins and caramel.
Aberlour A’bunadh Alba
Aberlour A’bunadh Alba is handcrafted in the Speyside village of Aberlour and is the first whisky by the brand to be matured in 1st fill American White Oak barrels that previously held bourbon. Bottled at cask strength (ABV 62.7%), this whisky is the closest you will get to experiencing whisky straight from the cask. This groundbreaking release is created in small batches to ensure a single malt of the highest standard is produced.
Glenlivet Licenced Dram
The distillery was the first to be licensed in Speyside, back in 1823, and Glenlivet’s new dram pays homage to this heritage. It’s the second limited edition from The Glenlivet Original Stories series, a 12-year-old bottling dedicated to the brand founder George Smith, who received the licence. Matured in first-fill American and first-fill European Oak-Casks, this whisky is bottled without chill-filtration with an ABV of 48%vol.
Bunnahabhain Stiuireadair Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Stiùireadair means ‘helmsman’ in Scots Gaelic and specifically the Bunnahabhain helmsman in this instance. This expression celebrates the sea and the coast where the whisky was matured (by the Sound of Islay) in first and second fill sherry casks. It’s non-chill-filtered and left with its natural colouring. The result is a creamy liquid with notes of dried fruit, sea salt, caramel, nuts and gentle spice. This particular Islay single malt is unpeated, allowing for a sweeter flavour, representative of its home island.