
Here you can see our latest Whisky releases for May 2023.
The latest Whisky releases for May 2023 will be updated on a daily basis so be sure to keep checking in for the latest whisky products released this month. To see last months whisky releases, click here.
Amrut Bagheera | Sherry Cask Finish | 2 Glass Pack

A sherry cask-finished Amrut Indian single malt whisky, made with 1% peated malt to create subtle smoky nuances and complexity. This ‘black panther’ expression was co-developed with La Maison du Whisky and is presented with two branded glasses. The nose offers complex aromas of dried fruits and nuts, vanilla caramel and a light whiff of smoke. On the palate, fruity notes of orange and peach lead into a long finish filled with toffee and toasted chestnuts.
£64.95
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Released On
21st May 2023
Masthouse | Single Malt Whisky 2017 | Pot Distilled

The 2017 vintage of Masthouse English whisky from Kent's Copper Rivet Distillery, matured in a combination of casks. The palate offers notes of green apples, ginger biscuits, tropical fruits, toasted oak, chocolate orange and white pepper on the palate.
£39.95
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Released On
21st May 2023
Nikka From The Barrel | Pourer + 2 Glasses Pack

A great gift - not only do you get a bottle of the fantastic Nikka 'From the Barrel', but it comes in a nice presentation pack with a pourer and two smart glasses to drink it from! Picked up the top prize in its category at the World Whisky Awards 2010.
£54.95
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Released On
18th May 2023
Suntory Hibiki | 30 Year Old

Hibiki is the flagship blend from Suntory, one of Japan's biggest drinks companies. Introduced in the 1970s following the construction of the company's second distillery, Hakushu, (the first being the famous Yamazaki), it has gone on to win a worldwide following and critical acclaim, culminating in the awarding of an International Spirits Competition Trophy four times in five years between 2004-2008.
£7,500.00
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Released On
17th May 2023
Talisker 2012 | 10 Year Old | Old Particular

Douglas Laing
The Old Particular range was first introduced in 2013 by independent bottler Douglas Laing as a replacement for the Old Malt Cask series. This Talisker from 2012 continues the tradition of single-cask releases bottled at natural cask strength under the company’s flagship label. Aged in a refill hogshead for 10 years, this expression offers notes of briny tar, vanilla oak and pepper throughout the famous Talisker smoke-filled palate.
£117.00
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Released On
16th May 2023
Cameronbridge 1991 | 30 Year Old | Xtra Old Particular

Douglas Laing
A single-grain whisky, distilled in 1991 at Cameronbridge distillery in Fife, Scotland. Aged in a refill hogshead for three decades, this expression from independent bottler Douglas Laing offers an opportunity to taste a mature single grain from the biggest whisky distillery in the world.
£235.00
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Released On
16th May 2023
Cambus 1982 | 40 Year Old | Xtra Old Particular

Douglas Laing
Aged for four decades in a refill hogshead, this single-grain whisky from Cambus was bottled by independent bottler Douglas Laing in March 2023. The palate offers round and sweet notes of burnt vanilla toffee, Arabica coffee, citrus, cereal and liquorice.
£450.00
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Released On
16th May 2023
Seelbach’s Private Reserve | Batch 3

This third release, from 2022, was inspired by a bubbly bourbon cocktail invented at the Seelbach Hotel. The base is made by combining 84% of bourbon, that has been aged for four years and nine months, with 16% of 15-year-old bourbon – both from the State of Kentucky. Finished in Triple Sec liqueur and Pinot Meunier Champagne barrels, the result is a sweet and spicy bourbon with lovely floral notes. The nose offers aromas of dried mango, apricot and warm spices, followed by candied orange, tobacco and almonds throughout the palate.
£110.00
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Released On
16th May 2023
Kilchoman Fino Sherry Cask | 2023 Release

Distillery Bottling
The second official Fino sherry matured release from Kilchoman – an Islay farm distillery known for its fine young heavily peated whiskies. This whisky was distilled in 2018 and aged for a minimum of five years in 20 Fino sherry casks sourced from Bodega Jose y Miguel Martin. The nose opens with aromas of dry peat and sweet butterscotch, joined on the palate by well-rounded smoke, honeycomb, candied fruits, rich toffee and caramel.
£79.95
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Released On
16th May 2023
Kilchoman x Land Rover ‘639’ | Pedro Ximenez Small Batch

Distillery Bottling
This limited-edition single malt from Kilchoman was aged in a combination of ex-bourbon and Pedro Ximenez casks. The result is a well-balanced whisky that showcases the distillery’s smoky, fruity, briny and lively character, along with extra dried fruit and caramel sweetness from the PX casks.
£79.95
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Released On
16th May 2023
Kilchoman 2016 | Cognac Cask Matured | 2023 Release

Distillery Bottling
The first official expression from Kilchoman that has been fully matured in ex-Cognac casks. This heavily-peated Islay single malt was distilled in 2016 and aged in 31 Cognac barriques for around six years. The nose offers fresh aromas of orchard fruits, honey and warm spices, followed by sweet peat smoke, buttery marzipan, dried fruits and toasted oak throughout the palate.
£79.95
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Released On
16th May 2023
Glen Garioch 1991 | 30 Year Old | Whisky Sponge Edition 65A

Decadent Drinks
A 1991 Glen Garioch single malt from indie bottler Whisky Sponge that was initially matured in a refill hogshead for a decade, before being transferred to a first-fill Port barrique for a further 20 years, until it was bottled in 2022. Robust and rich, the palate brings notes of dark sticky fruit, chocolate, oak and toasted walnuts that linger in the finish.
£475.00
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Released On
16th May 2023
Mars | The Y.A. #1

This expression combines single malts from two Hombo Shuzo distilleries – Shinshu and Tsunuki – creating a blended malt made with unpeated and lightly peated barley. Aged in a combination of ex-bourbon and sherry casks housed at the company’s Yakushima cellars, this first edition offers aromas of vanilla wafers, bitter pineapple, orange zest and pear skins. The palate enters with candied tropical fruits, roasted sweet potato and vanilla saltwater taffy, followed by a long malty finish with a hint of smoke.
£143.00
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Released On
15th May 2023
Glen Spey 1989 | 32 Year Old | Whisky Sponge | Edition No.80

70cl / 60%
This single-cask single malt from Glen Spey was distilled in 1989, aged in a refill hogshead over three decades and bottled by Decadent Drinks in 2022 as part of its Whisky Sponge range – as a celebration of the 80th whisky bottling. This old and rare expression of Glen Spey amps up the glorious honey and green fruits character of Glen Spey to a new level only a few have the chance to experience.
£385.00
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Released On
15th May 2023
Bowmore | 40 Year Old | 2021 Release
The 2021 release of Bowmore 40 Year Old is limited to just 161 bottles and is presented in a box with a design reminiscent of the weather-beaten stone on Islay.
This bourbon and sherry aged single malt has aromas of treacle, beeswax and exotic fruits, with flavours of leather, chocolate and pipe tobacco on the palate.
£10,500.00
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Released On
15th May 2023
Mars Komatgatake | IPA Finish | Bot.2022

This striking blue label conceals single malt whisky distilled at the Shinshu distillery in Nagano. Initially aged in ex-bourbon casks, this expression was finished in barrels that used to hold Minami Shinshu IPA beer brewed at the distillery, creating sweet, hoppy and spicy notes with vanilla oak, minty herbs and bitter malt.
£170.00
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Released On
15th May 2023
Old Rhosdhu 1993 | 29 Year Old | Whisky Sponge | Edition No.67

70cl / 57.1%
Old Rhosdhu was a single malt produced at the Loch Lomond distillery from the 1960s to the year 2000. This rarely-seen whisky from 1993 was bottled as a 29-year-old expression by Decadent Drinks in 2022 from a single refill hogshead and displays funky notes of overripe exotic fruits, coppery chestnuts, lemon and floral tea. Truly a one-of-a-kind dram.
£295.00
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Released On
15th May 2023
Cutty Sark | 33 Year Old

This 33-year-old expression from Cutty Sark was created by master blender Kirsteen Campbell. The nose offers opulent floral and fruity aromas with honeycomb, apples and golden raisins, followed by elegant and creamy notes of grapefruit, toasted coconut and warm almond-sprinkled toffee on the palate.
Inspired by Art Deco and the roaming 1920s underground cocktail culture in the US, this limited-edition set is presented in a bespoke black wooden box with two glasses and a book which provides a snapshot of the Art Deco period.
£600.00
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Released On
15th May 2023
Mars Tsunuki | 2022 Edition

Tsunuki distillery on the island of Kyushu was established in 2016 by Hombo Shuzo, following the opening of the Nagano-based Shinshu distillery in 2011. This lightly peated, rich single malt is made with whiskies distilled in 2016 and 2017, and aged exclusively in ex-bourbon casks. The nose offers aromas of fresh fruits and baked candies, followed by notes of zesty passion fruit, dark chocolate and a gentle whiff of smoke throughout the palate.
£135.00
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Released On
15th May 2023
Knockdhu 2006 | 16 Year Old | Whisky Sponge | Edition No.63

70cl / 55%
This 16-year-old single malt from Knockdhu distillery – better known by its brand name Ancnoc – was distilled in 2006 and aged in a single refill hogshead. Before being bottled by Whisky Sponge, this whisky was reduced from 67% to 55% to deliver the optimal punch with flavours of ashy peat smoke, brine, lemon juice and green olives.
£145.00
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Released On
15th May 2023
Ardnamurchan Single Sherry Cask

| 70cl / 58.5%
The first-ever single cask release from Ardnamurchan Distillery has been matured in a single refill Oloroso sherry puncheon that was filled in 2015.
£299.00
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Released On
15th May 2023
Mars Komagatake | 2022 Edition

Each year since the rebirth of the Shinshu distillery in the heart of the Japanese Alps in 2011, Mars whisky has released an expression to showcase the evolution of Komagatake single malt. This release from 2022 was aged in a combination of ex-bourbon, sherry and Port wine casks, creating a silky and nutty whiskey with notes of exotic fruits, mixed nuts and acacia honey.
£135.00
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15th May 2023
Laphroaig 1990 | 32 Year Old | Coronation Bottling | Old & Rare

A special release from independent bottler Hunter Laing, created to commemorate the coronation of King Charles III in May 2023. This single malt was distilled in 1990 and aged for more than three decades in an ex-sherry cask. Laphroaig is known for its medicinal, briny and heavily smoky character which works well when combined with sweet notes of sherry and dried fruits.
£1,075.00
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Released On
15th May 2023
Ardnamurchan 2015 | 5 Year Old | North Star | Series 016

| 70cl / 52.5%
A 2015 Ardnamurchan single malt from indie bottler North Star Spirits, matured in a single first-fill barrel for five years before being bottled as part of its Series 016.
£110.00
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15th May 2023
Teeling Pot Still | Virgin Portuguese Oak | Wonders of Wood Second Ed

The second edition of Teeling's Wonders of Wood series explores the effects of oak from different regions on whiskey, this time looking towards the trees of the Iberian Peninsula. This special release is made with equal parts malted and unmalted barley, distilled at the company’s Dublin-based distillery and matured exclusively in virgin Portuguese oak barrels. The result is an expression with notes of high tannins, toasted wood, savoury marmalade, ripe red fruits and berries, and burnt sugar.
£76.25
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Released On
15th May 2023
Glen Moray | Twisted Vine

| 70cl / 40%
Inspired by twisted grape vines, this Speyside single malt from Glen Moray has been aged in ex-Cognac casks, creating nutty and spicy flavours. The nose offers aromas of fresh coffee, sweet dried fruits and toasted nuts, joined on the palate by notes of malt, wood spice and tannic undertones.
£30.75
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15th May 2023
Macallan 2005 | Bot.2019 | Speymalt

| 70cl / 43%
A 2005 Macallan single malt from independent bottler Gordon & MacPhail that was bottled in 2019 as part of its Speymalt range. Aromas of toffee and banana fill the nose, complemented by notes of orange peel, black peppery, poached pears and milk chocolate throughout the palate and lingering in the finish.
£250.00
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Released On
15th May 2023
Glenlivet 2011 | 10 Year Old | Single Cask Edition

| 50cl / 59.1%
A single-cask expression aged in a first-fill sherry butt for 10 years – initially only available at the distillery shop. Bottled at natural cask strength, this Glenlivet offers aromas of spiced red apples, raisin fudge and treacle cake. The palate follows the theme with notes of warm cinnamon buns, dark chocolate ganache, spiced poached pears and red berries.
£69.95
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Released On
15th May 2023
Glen Garioch 2011 | 10 Year Old | Equinox & Solstice | Summer 2022

70cl / 48.5%
This 10-year-old Glen Garioch was distilled in 2011 and bottled to celebrate the Summer Solstice in 2022 – released under Decadent Drinks' Equinox & Solstice range. The whisky label features artwork from artist Melissa Nash and the expression is composed of two first-fill ex-bourbon casks, resulting in a full-bodied, waxy character that has the natural sweetness of barley and vanilla.
£84.95
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Released On
15th May 2023
Macallan 2002 | Speymalt | Bot.2022

70cl / 55.9%
A 2002 Macallan single malt from independent bottler Gordon & MacPhail that was matured in a single cask and bottled in 2022 as part of its Speymalt series. Aromas of stewed apples, cinnamon, nutmeg and clove-studded oranges fill the nose, complemented by notes of fruit cake, summer berries, charred oak and cocoa powder throughout the palate and lingering in the finish.
£600.00
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Released On
15th May 2023
Glenlivet 2007 | 14 Year Old | Single Cask Edition

| 50cl / 61.9%
This 14-year-old single-cask expression from Glenlivet was bottled in 2022 as part of the Distillery Reserve Collection – usually only available at the distillery. Aged in a first-fill sherry butt, this single malt offers aromas of toffee, dark chocolate raisins and treacle cake. The palate is indulged with notes of ripe plums, iced ginger cake and toasted oak, followed by a rich and dry lingering spice-filled finish.
£89.95
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Released On
15th May 2023
Saillt Mor 2014 | 8 Year Old | Whisky Sponge | Edition No. 73a

This German Saillt Mor single malt from Destillerie Ralf Hauer was distilled in 2014 using peated malt and bottled in 2022 by Decadent Drinks as part of its Whisky Sponge range – playfully translated to WhiskySchwamm for this single cask edition. Aged in a first-fill bourbon barrel, this 8-year-old expression offers notes of peat, malty bread, spices and brine on the palate.
£99.95
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Released On
15th May 2023
Cu Bocan Creation 5

Distillery Bottling
Cu Bocan's fifth creation has been aged in rare Andean oak casks from Colombia. The wood has combined with the subtly smoky spirit to produce a whisky with notes of smoke, clove, eucalyptus and banana.
£55.95
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5th May 2023
Glenfarclas 15, 21 & 25 Year Old | Tri Pack 3x20cl

Distillery Bottling
A set of three 20cl bottles showcasing the distillery’s renowned older core expression. This set of 15-, 21- and 25-year-old expressions offers a chance to enjoy the luscious fruitcake-inspired Speyside sherry cask whiskies without investing in full-sized bottles. Perfect gift for a whisky lover, or to be shared with friends in a private whisky tasting.
£125.00
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5th May 2023
Glenfarclas 10, 12 Year Old & 105 | Tri Pack 3x20cl

Distillery Bottling
A set of three 20cl bottles showcasing Glenfarclas' younger releases - the light and sweet 10 Year Old, sherried 12 Year Old and the powerful, high-strength '105'.
£64.95
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5th May 2023
Circumstantial OAT 1:21:1:1:50

This first release of oat grain spirit from Circumstance distillery in Bristol, England, is made from malted oats and barley. Aged for 50 months in a combination of charred British oak and first-fill bourbon casks, creating oily and sweet notes of toasted granola, bitter orange marmalade, white pepper and lemon chocolate.
£37.75
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5th May 2023
Circumstance Inaugural Wheat Whisky

This certified organic whisky is made in Circumstance distillery in Bristol, England. A single-grain expression, made with a mix of 70% malted wheat and 30% malted barley and aged for 36 months in first-fill ex-bourbon casks.
£66.95
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5th May 2023
Blackened American Whiskey

Blackened was born as a collaboration between the late master distiller Dave Pickerell, and Metallica. Unconventionally, the barrels are aged in an environment surrounded by the band’s music with the belief that the low-frequency vibrations help the spirit interact with wood. Finished in black brandy casks, the result is a whiskey that offers notes of honey, cinnamon, allspice and dark fruits on the palate, followed by butterscotch taffy and maple on the finish.
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5th May 2023
Blade & Bow Bourbon

This fruity bourbon from Blade & Bow has inviting notes of apricots, ripe pears and sweet roasted grains with charred oak and warm winter spices on the finish.
The historic Stitzel-Weller distillery in Louisville, Kentucky, closed its doors in 1992. Reopened in 2014, the distillery now produces multiple bourbon brands including Blade & Bow – first introduced to the market in 2015. This whiskey is made by using a solera system ageing process to preserve the distillery’s oldest whiskey stock, some of it produced before the 1992 closure.
£79.95
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5th May 2023
Basil Hayden Toast

This toasted oak-finished bourbon was added to the Basil Hayden core range in 2021. Created to offer a new side to bourbon, Toast is made with a newly designed mash bill where rye grain is replaced by brown rice. The result is a slightly sweeter expression that offers notes of toasted oak, dried fruits, vanilla and caramelised sugar throughout the palate.
£79.95
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5th May 2023
Basil Hayden | 10 Year Old

Compared to the classic Basil Hayden bourbon, this 10-year-old expression has been aged for an extra two years in charred virgin American oak barrels. Made with a high-rye mash bill, this expression offers notes of sweet caramel, vanilla, charred oak and spices on the palate. A surprisingly gentle whiskey that stays true to the approachable Basil Hayden style.
£112.00
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5th May 2023
Bowmore 9 Year Old

Distillery Bottling
This young citrus fruit, sweet honey and smoke-driven whisky was aged in American oak casks for almost a decade. The set reflects the essence of the Islay-based distillery – thrashing waves, windswept landscapes and generations of traditions.
£74.95
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5th May 2023
Alberta Premium | Cask Strength Rye

This surprisingly smooth cask-strength rye from Alberta Distillers in Calgary was launched in 2020 to draw attention to the lesser-known Canadian whiskey category. Made with 100% Canada-grown rye, this expression offers notes of caramel, vanilla and chocolate, balanced on the palate by flavoursome rye spice and black currants.
£127.00
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5th May 2023
Four Roses | Small Batch Bourbon | Glass Set

A delightful gift set containing a bottle of a terrific small-batch bourbon from Four Roses – sweet and spicy, with a generous dash of vanilla, this is a treat - as well as a pair of stylish glasses to share it from.
£34.95
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5th May 2023
Tomatin 2001 | 20 Year Old | PX Sherry Cask | UK Exclusive

Distillery Bottling
This 20-year-old release from Tomatin was distilled on 30 November 2001, matured in a Pedro- Ximenez sherry cask and bottled on 15 August 2022 exclusively for the UK market. The result is a whisky filled with notes of maple syrup, dark chocolate, cherries and Jamaican ginger cake.
£375.00
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5th May 2023
Bushmills | 25 Year Old | Port Finish

This rich and complex Irish single malt from Bushmills was aged first in bourbon and oloroso sherry casks, before a generous finish in first-fill ruby port pipes for 21 years. The nose has intense aromas of ripe dark fruits, honey and toasted wood, joined on the palate by sweet almonds, caramelised stone fruits and berries with dark chocolate spices and damson.
£790.00
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4th May 2023
Bushmills | 30 Year Old | PX Sherry Finish

A rich and velvety single malt from Bushmills that displays the distillery’s sherried side. Aged initially in a combination of bourbon and oloroso sherry barrels, this whiskey was then laid in first-fill Pedro Ximenez casks for an extra 16 years. The nose offers deep aromas of dark stone fruits, treacle toffee and sweet spices, joined on the palate by inviting notes of praline, orange peel and vanilla pastries. A beautifully structured treat that ticks all the boxes for an indulgent old Irish malt whiskey.
£1,975.00
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4th May 2023
Glen Scotia | 11 Year Old | White Port Cask Finish | Festival Edition 2023

Rich, fruity white Port meets lightly-peated whisky in this limited-edition bottling from Glen Scotia. After a decade resting in American oak by Campbeltown harbour this smoky, salty single malt was filled into white Port casks for a further 12 month maturation. The sweet wine influence manifests in layers of stone fruit and delicate spices that accompany classic Glen Scotia distillery character.
£64.95
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3rd May 2023
Longmorn 1970 | 51 Year Old | Private Collection

Gordon & MacPhail
Part of independent bottler Gordon & MacPhail's Private Collection, this Longmorn single malt was distilled in 1970 and aged in a single refill sherry hogshead for 51 years. The dark mahogany colour is matched with aromas of rich sherry, milk chocolate and citrus, which translate to notes of dark liquorice, ripe raspberries and roasted coffee beans on the palate. Truly a whisky to savour in good company.
£5,350.00
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3rd May 2023
Knockando | 18 Year Old

Distillery Bottling
Knockando distillery in Speyside is known for its slightly nutty and rich malty character. This 18-year-old hidden gem from Diageo’s portfolio was released without a vintage – a feature present in previous bottlings. The palate offers notes of orange peel, dark chocolate praline, forest berries and vanilla toffee.
£68.95
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3rd May 2023
Dalmore | 45 Year Old | 2023 Release

Distillery Bottling
The Dalmore 45 Year Old is designed to mesmerise with both appearance and flavour. The 2023 limited-edition was matured in a combination of ex-bourbon casks, Cabernet Sauvignon wine barrels and vintage Tawny port pipes, creating a rich and luscious rare expression whisky with notes of figs, Manuka honey, ripe bananas and roasted coffee beans that coat the palate.
£17,500.00
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1st May 2023
Dalmore | 40 Year Old | 2023 Release

Distillery Bottling
This beautifully presented 2023-release of Dalmore 40 Year Old was aged in a combination of ex-bourbon barrels, port pipes and ex-sherry casks, including barrels that used to hold 1970 Graham’s Colheita port and oloroso sherry from Gonzalez Byass. The result is an aromatic expression with notes of cherries, plums and toffee that pair with English marmalade, walnuts and dark chocolate on the palate.
£10,500.00
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1st May 2023
Dalmore | 21 Year Old | 2023 Release

Distillery Bottling
Dalmore 21 Year Old is the pinnacle of the distillery’s Principal Collection. This 2023-release was aged in a combination of ex-bourbon and Matusalem oloroso sherry casks, refining and gathering aromas of Seville oranges, bitter chocolate and Colombian coffee. The palate offers delectable notes of black forest fruits, sweet liquorice sticks, roasted walnuts and thick marzipan.
£625.00
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1st May 2023
Dalmore | 18 Year Old | 2023 Edition

Distillery Bottling
Dalmore 18 Year Old is an annual limited-release that showcases the distillery’s renowned sherry-focused house style. This expression, released in 2023, was matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and Gonzalez Byass Matusalem oloroso sherry casks, creating a bold and rich whisky with notes of chocolate-covered raisins, citrus fruits, rich coffee and nutmeg that linger towards a warm fruit-filled finish.
£315.00
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Released On
1st May 2023