Latest Whisky Releases for April 2023

Highland (Peated) 2000 | 22 Year Old | Watt Whisky

70cl / 54% | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Watt Whisky

This single cask expression was aged in a sherry hogshead for over two decades. Bottled in 2023 by independent bottler Watt Whisky, this peated Highland single malt from an undisclosed distillery displays earthy and smoky flavours of wet peat, dark stone fruits, cedar wood and smoked meats.

£94.95

Buy Now

Glenallachie 2010 | 12 Year Old | Oloroso Sherry

70cl / 61.7% | Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

This 12-year-old expression from GlenAllachie was distilled in 2010 and aged in a single oloroso sherry puncheon. Released at cask strength in 2023 as part of the distillery’s Single Cask range, this whisky offers notes of nutmeg, hazelnuts and butterscotch, followed by apple peel and roasted coffee on the finish.

Sold Out

Buy Now

Wolfburn | 7 Year Old | Coronation Release

70cl / 57.8% | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

This seven-year-old single malt whisky from Wolfburn distillery was released in 2023 to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III and The Queen Consort. The unpeated spirit was matured in first-fill bourbon barrels, creating aromas of spring blossoms, oak smoke and dried fruits. The palate offers a bouquet of flavours with sweet and rich fruit cake, cardamom and cinnamon, followed by notes of vanilla and caramel on the finish.

£69.95

Buy Now

Glen Grant 1959 | Mr George Legacy | Third Edition

70cl / 56.5% | Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Gordon & MacPhail

This special edition from Gordon & MacPhail was created to celebrate the life of George Urquhart – fondly known as Mr George by those who knew him best. His contributions to the world of whisky marked him out as a true pioneer, so much so that he was dubbed ‘the father of single malt’ by renowned whisky writer Charlie MacLean. As the second-generation of his family to own the company, he created the Connoisseurs Choice range in 1968 to showcase single malt whiskies that were mostly destined for blending, including his personal favourite, Glen Grant.

£6,500.00

Buy Now

Weetwood | The Cheshire Single Malt | Second Release

70cl / 46% | English Single Malt Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

The second release of The Cheshire single malt, distilled at Weetwood distillery in England. Known for making craft beer, Weetwood started producing whisky in 2019 and released the first single malt in 2022. This second release was aged in American oak quarter casks and finished in European oak barrels, creating vibrant aromas of freshly cut grass and orchard fruits. The palate offers notes of creamy malt and vanilla along with dried fruits and baking spices.

£52.95

Buy Now

Glen Elgin 2012 | 11 Year Old | Watt Whisky

70cl / 60.9% | Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Watt Whisky

This limited edition was aged in a single hogshead for 11 years and bottled in 2023 by Watt Whisky. Notes of marzipan, lemon meringue pie, buttery toffee, shortbread and raisins can be found lingering on the nose and palate.

£66.95

Buy Now

The English King Charles III | Royal Coronation Bottling

70cl / 46% | English Single Malt Whisky

An impressive addition to The English Whisky Company's Royal range, a series that celebrates Royal births, weddings, coronations and jubilees. This release commemorates the Coronation of Kng Charles III on 6 May 2023, with a single malt that has been matured in a combination of bourbon and PX sherry casks and offering notes of toffee, cherries, chocolate, nuts and figs throughout the palate.

£84.95

Buy Now

Midleton | Very Rare Vintage Release | Bot.2023

70cl / 40% | Blended Irish Whiskey

This 2023 release of Midleton Very Rare was made with single pot still and grain whiskies from Midleton’s exclusive inventory – carefully chosen by master distiller Kevin O’Gorman. Aged in lightly charred ex-bourbon casks, this expression showcases aromas of succulent fruits, peeled ginger and golden syrup, followed by an extra dose of camomile tea, vanilla oak and candied fruits on the palate.

Sold Out

Buy Now

Berry Bros & Rudd | Sherry Cask | Matured Single Malt

70cl / 45.3% | Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Berry Bros & Rudd

This single malt from the iconic Berry Bros & Rudd showcases the classic characteristics of dark dried fruits and nuts associated with sherry cask matured whiskies. Sherry casks have become a highly prized industry standard due to their sweet and depth-giving properties, and this expression utilises all the aforementioned flavours, along with notes of orange peel and baking spices.

£43.95

Buy Now

Berry Bros & Rudd | Islay Reserve Single Malt

70cl / 45.3% | Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Berry Bros & Rudd

Representing a classic style of peated Islay whisky, this single malt from an undisclosed distillery showcases full and approachable aromas of tar and orchard fruits, accompanied by the famous Islay peat smoke. The palate has a well-balanced smoky character and a creamy texture with sweet notes of banana, melon skins and honey.

£43.95

Buy Now

Tobermory 1995 | 27 Year Old | Thompson Bros

70cl / 56.9% | Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Thompson Bros

A 1995 Tobermory single malt from independent bottler Thompson Bros that was matured in a refill hogshead for 27 years, before being bottled in December 2022. Aromas of Haribo hearts, violets, peach liqueur, white tea, linseed oil, meadow herbs and damp driftwood fill the nose, complemented by notes of wood polish, gooseberries, unripe pear, quince, juniper, golden raisins and Lapsang Souchong tea.

£225.00

Buy Now

Berry Bros & Rudd | Classic Irish | Single Malt

70cl / 44.2% | Single Malt Irish Whiskey |
Berry Bros & Rudd

This Irish single malt was distilled at The Great Northern distillery in Dundalk – home to the legendary whisky maker John Teeling. Bottled by Berry Bros & Rudd as part of The Classic range, the nose is filled with aromas of custard cream, spice and zesty lime, followed by well-balanced creamy notes of vanilla and fruits on the palate.

£43.95

Buy Now

Deanston 2007 | Tequila Cask

70cl / 52.5% | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

This limited edition from Deanston distillery was finished in ex-tequila casks from Altos, Jalisco. Bottled at cask strength as a 15-year-old expression, the nose has rich, nutty and fruity aromas, joined on the palate by relatively dry notes of caramelised agave, baked apples and warm spices.

£89.95

Buy Now

Label 5 | Blended Whisky

70cl / 40% | Blended Scotch Whisky

Label 5 is a blended whisky brand owned by La Martiniquaise (owners of Glen Moray distillery). An elegant blend with light malty and smoky notes.

£17.45

Buy Now

Balvenie | The Creation of a Classic

70cl / 43% | Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

This expression from Balvenie's The Stories range celebrates David C. Stewart MBE who pioneered the use of wood finishes in whisky by introducing The Balvenie Classic in 1983 – finished in oloroso sherry casks. The nose and palate take dedicated ‘Balvenians’ back to basics with aromas of lively vanilla, dried cloves and barley malt, followed by syrupy oatmeal, brittle toffee and dry oak throughout the palate.

£89.95

Buy Now

Campbeltown Blended Malt 2014 | 9 Year Old | Rum Finish | Watt Whisky

70cl / 56.8% | Campbeltown Blended Malt Scotch Whisky |
Watt Whisky

As one of the first whiskies blended and married by independent bottler Watt whisky, this Campbeltown malt was finished in an ex-Clarendon Jamaican rum cask to bring two funky spirits together. The palate is filled with notes of strawberries, custard and brine with a light whiff of smoke.

Sold Out

Buy Now

Tobermory | 25 Year Old

70cl / 48.1% | Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

This 25-year-old single malt from Tobermory distillery on the Isle of Mull has been finished in oloroso sherry casks. Released as a limited edition under the Hebridean Series, this expression is the third instalment of the range dedicated to showcasing the distillery’s coastal, delicate character. The nose has inviting aromas of freshly baked bread, candied orange and butterscotch, followed by blackcurrant jam, fruity tang and honeyed almonds throughout the palate.

£325.00

Buy Now

Speyside Single Malt 2009 | 13 Year Old | Watt Whisky

70cl / 56.1% | Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Watt Whisky

Bottled in 2023 by independent bottler Watt Whisky, this rich and meaty 13-year-old single malt comes from an distillery beginning with M in Speyside which is famous for the style. The palate offers flavours of fresh ginger, lemongrass, burnt orange peel and sour malt, along with game meats.

£75.95

Buy Now