Latest Whisky Releases for October 2022

Lagg 2019 | Inaugural Release Batch 1 | Bourbon Cask Bot.2022

70cl / 50% | Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

The first of three inaugural releases from Lagg Distillery on Arran – the first whiskies to be released by the distillery. This inaugural inaugural edition is all about the distillery character, using bourbon-cask maturation to add soft toffee and spicy character to the underlying smoky and fruity spirit.

£74.95

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Aberlour A’Bunadh | Batch 75

70cl / 60.9% | Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

Batch 75 of Aberlour distillery’s beloved cask strength sherry bomb. This 100% oloroso cask matured single malt has been a cult favourite since its debut in the mid-1990s. True to form, this is an ostentatiously sherried whisky packed with fruitcake aromas of nuts and raisins accompanied by dark chocolate, burnt orange and baking spices.

£82.95

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Kyro Rye Whisky x Monbazillac Cask | Whisky Show 2022

50cl / 53% | Single Malted Rye Whisky

A limited-edition single cask Finnish rye malt whisky from Kyrö, bottled exclusively for The Whisky Exchange Whisky Show 2022, that was made with 100% Finnish malted rye and finished in an ex-Monbazillac cask after an initial maturation in new oak. It's packed with rye, toffee and caraway with layers of spice.

£64.95

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The Irishman Cask Strength | Bot.2018

70cl / 54% | Blended Irish Whiskey

A cask-strength blended whiskey from The Irishman, this was aged exclusively in ex-bourbon casks and bottled in 2018. Limited to around 2,000 bottles each year, this is malty, with a hint of oak.

£102.00

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Driftless Glen | 5 Year Old | Single Barrel Bourbon

75cl / 59.5% | Wisconsin Straight Bourbon Whiskey |
Distillery Bottling

A five-year-old bourbon from Driftless Glen distillery that spent its life in a single barrel, before being bottled at cask strength. Aromas of toasted oak, clove, vanilla and butterscotch fill the nose, complemented by notes of poached pear, apple pie, vanilla, black pepper, cinnamon, barbecued corn, sweet oak and warming spices throughout the palate and lingering in the finish.

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MB Roland | Straight Rye Whiskey

75cl / 52.7% | Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey

A full-bodied, spicy straight rye whiskey from MB Roland that is made with a mash bill of 68% rye, 27% local white corn and 5% malted barley. Aromas of baking spices, menthol, oily nut, caramel and ripe pears fill the nose, complemented by notes of melted brown sugar, cinnamon, dried herbs, mint chocolate, peppery spice, buttery corn and sticky caramel throughout the palate.

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Fettercairn | 18 Year Old

70cl / 46.8% | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

Fettercairn 18 Year Old is a fruity, smooth Highland single malt that was initially matured in a combination of first-fill and refill American white oak ex-bourbon casks and then finished in 100% Scottish oak casks. Aromas of sugared almonds, passion fruit, baking spices, guava and soft oak spice fill the nose, complemented by notes of peaches in syrup, sugar, brioche, cinnamon, nutmeg, cacao, vanilla and red berries throughout the palate.

£165.00

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Dalmore 2007 | Bot.2022

70cl / 46.5% | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

The Dalmore Vintages series combines the finest casks from a single year to create a single malt that embodies the distillery's character and showcases the skill of its whisky-makers. The second release of whisky in this series includes this 2007 Dalmore that began its life in American white oak ex-bourbon barrels and was transferred into a combination of Matusalem, Amoroso and Apostoles sherry casks, and Marsala wine casks, before being married together and bottled in 2022. Aromas of freshly-baked brioche, ginger cake and fondant icing fill the nose, complemented by notes of orange blossom, mandarin, cinnamon, clove, ginger snaps and sugar-dusted pastries throughout the palate.

£150.00

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Dalmore 2003 | Bot.2022

70cl / 46.9% | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

A 2003 single malt from the second release in the annual Dalmore Vintages series, combining the very finest casks from 2003 to create a rich, sweet limited-edition whisky. Beginning its journey in American white oak ex-bourbon barrels, it was then transferred into a combination of Rivesaltes sweet wine casks, Matusalem and Amoroso sherry casks, and bourbon barrels, before being married together and bottled in 2022. Aromas of Manuka honey and vanilla pods mingle with sticky toffee on the nose, complemented by notes of maple syrup, baking spices, plums, blackberries, English marmalade and honey throughout the palate and lingering in the finish.

£350.00

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Lindores Abbey Sherry Butts | The Casks Of Lindores

70cl / 49.4% | Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

The third release in Lindores Abbey's Casks of Lindores series has been matured exclusively in oloroso sherry butts from the area surrounding Jerez de las Frontera, Spain. Aromas of sweet prunes, dates, molasses, vanilla and milk chocolate fill the nose, complemented by notes dried fruit, dark chocolate, cinnamon, ginger, walnuts and chestnuts throughout the palate and lingering in the finish.

£59.45

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Lagavulin | 12 Year Old | Special Releases 2022 | Small Bottle

20cl / 57.3% | Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

The 21st release of Lagavulin 12 Year Old as part of the Diageo Special Releases, and a whisky that continues a long and rightfully praised heritage. This year, a couple of extra components separate this from the pack. Firstly, the blending team selected extra smoky casks of whisky – they measure the phenol levels whenever a cask is filled, so can pick out extra-peaty whiskies if they need them. And secondly, they added some new-oak-finished whisky to the mix, adding extra layers of spice to an already big and smoky dram.

£41.95

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Strathisla 2007 | 15 Year Old | Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

70cl / 60.3% | Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

A 2007 Strathisla single malt, bottled exclusively for The Whisky Exchange. It was matured in first-fill American oak for 15 years and bottled at cask strength. We're particular please that we managed to source this whisky, the first shop-exclusive and a rare cask-strength official bottling of whisky from the distillery. It's packed with the distillery's trademark fruitiness, with softly spicy and toffee-forward flavours from the casks layered on top.

£135.00

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Scapa 2003 | 19 Year Old | Exclusive to The Whisky Exchange

70cl / 56.7% | Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

A 2003 cask-strength Scapa single malt, bottled exclusively for The Whisky Exchange. It was matured in first-fill American oak barrels for 19 years before bottling in August 2022. This is a rare whisky: one of the few official Scapa bottlings available, the first-ever shop-exclusive and it's bottled at cask strength. A fruity, sweet Orkney single malt, the palate offers notes of fresh apricots, orange marmalade and homemade fudge that linger in the finish.

£225.00

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Braes of Glenlivet | 27 Year Old | Secret Speyside

70cl / 48% | Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

A bold and fruity Braes of Glenlivet single malt, matured for 27 years before being bottled as part of the Secret Speyside Collection. Aromas of sweet red apple and nutty oak fill the nose, complemented by notes of creamy butterscotch and ripe banana on the palate.

£365.00

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Ardmore 2009 | 10 Year Old | Single & Single

70cl / 53.9% | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Single & Single

A 2009 Ardmore from independent bottler Single & Single that was matured in a single American oak cask for a decade, before being bottled at cask strength. Aromas of delicate peat smoke, vanilla and nectarines fill the nose, complemented by notes of ripe peaches, oranges, sweet smoke and soft oak on the palate, developing into honey and flakes of sea salt that linger in the finish.

£74.95

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Ledaig 2005 | 13 Year Old | Single & Single

70cl / 58.1% | Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Single & Single

A 2005 Ledaig single malt from independent bottler Single & Single that was made at Tobermory distillery and initially matured in a single American oak cask, before a stint finishing in an ex-sherry cask. Aromas of sweet campfire smoke, honey and ginger spice fill the nose, complemented by notes of dark chocolate, sticky honey, black pepper, smoke and dried herbs throughout the palate and lingering in the finish.

£150.00

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Caol Ila 2010 | 10 Year Old | Single & Single

70cl / 54.6% | Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Single & Single

A 2010 Caol Ila single malt from independent bottler Single & Single that was matured in a single American oak hogshead for a decade, before being bottled at cask strength. Aromas of rich, sooty smoke, tart gooseberries, salty sea air and liquorice fill the nose, complemented by notes of aniseed, warm smoke, eucalyptus, peppermint and Lapsang Souchong tea on the palate, with smoky tendrils and hints of star anise lingering in the finish.

£115.00

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Singleton of Glen Ord | 15 Year Old | Special Releases 2022 | Small Bottle

20cl / 54.2% | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

A different take on The Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old, released as part of the Diageo Special Releases 2022. This starts its life the same as the regular release, but then spends a long eight years of secondary maturation in wine casks. The result is a soft and fruity whisky with extra layers of rich dark fruit and spice.

£37.95

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Macallan Rare Cask | 2022 Release

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

The 2022 release of Macallan Rare Cask is a rich, sweet single malt with a smooth, velvety texture. Aromas of vanilla, raisins, crunchy apples, lemon and orange fill the nose, complemented by notes of dark chocolate, citrus zesty, sweet raisins, vanilla and oak throughout the palate.

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Octomore Edition 13.3 | 5 Year Old | Islay Barley

70cl / 61.1% | Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

A well-balanced, smoky Islay single malt, Octomore 13.3 was distilled in 2016 using 100% Islay barley, harvested in 2015 and peated to a whopping 129.3ppm, and matured in a combination of first-fill ex-American whiskey casks and second-fill European oak casks from Rivesaltes, France, and Ribero del Duero, Spain, for five years. The palate offers notes of vanilla, brown sugar, fresh limes and green apples, all wrapped up in gentle, dry peat smoke, sea salt and creosote notes that linger in the finish.

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Octomore Edition 13.2 | 5 Year Old | Scottish Barley Oloroso Cask

70cl / 58.3% | Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

A vibrant, indulgent Islay single malt, Octomore 13.2 was distilled in 2016, using 100% Scottish barley that was peated to an eye-watering 137.3ppm, just like Octomore 13.1, and exclusively matured in oloroso sherry butts from Fernando de Castilla for five years. The palate offers rolling waves of thick peat smoke, with notes of candied orange peel, dried fruit, walnuts and vibrant orange zest that linger in the finish.

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Octomore Edition 13.1 | 5 Year Old | Scottish Barley Bourbon Cask

70cl / 59.2% | Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

A youthful, dynamic Islay single malt, Octomore 13.1 was distilled in 2016 using 100% Scottish barley, malted to a mind-boggling 137.3ppm, and matured in first-fill American oak ex-bourbon barrels for five years. The palate offers notes of coconut, treacle toffee and vanilla, wrapped in layer upon layer of rich peat smoke.

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Old Pulteney | Pineau des Charentes Cask | Coastal Series

70cl / 46% | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

A limited-edition single malt from Old Pulteney that was initially matured in American oak casks, before being finished in specially-selected French oak Pineau des Charentes casks, creating layers of sweetness that compliment Old Pulteney's signature salty character. Aromas of honey, vanilla, homemade jam, stewed apples, candied orange, cinnamon, balsamic raisins and black pepper fill the nose, complemented by notes of caramelised hazelnuts, ground cinnamon, raisins, orange peel, sea salt and honey throughout the palate.

£74.95

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Highland Park | Cask Strength | Release No.3

70cl / 64.1% | Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

The third release of Highland Park's Cask Strength single malt is a complex whisky, made with a higher-than-normal proportion of Orkney peated malt, matured in a combination of three different types of casks - first-fill European and American oak sherry casks, and a smaller number of refill casks. Smoky aromas of smouldering peat, charred oak, honey-glazed lemons and crushed aniseed fill the nose, complemented by notes of ripe mango, cloudy heather honey, vanilla ice cream, dried violets, pink grapefruit zest, freshly-baked sponge cake and heathery peat smoke throughout the palate and lingering in the finish.

£59.95

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Milk & Honey 2018 | 3 Year Old | Fortified Red Wine Cask | UK Exclusive

70cl / 66.5% | Israel Single Malt Whisky |
Distillery Bottling

A single cask 2018 Milk & Honey Israeli single malt, exclusive to the UK, that was matured in an ex-fortified red wine cask from a local Israeli winery and bottled in May 2021. Aromas of dark chocolate, raspberry jam, tobacco, Earl Grey tea, pine needles and icing fill the nose, complemented by notes of maple syrup, smoked chilli flakes, candied cherries, peat smoke, fresh mint leaves and hot chocolate on the palate and lingering in the finish.

£72.95

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JJ Corry The Battalion | Batch 3

50cl / 50% | Blended Irish Whiskey

The third batch of JJ Corry's limited-edition The Battalion is a six-year-old Irish whiskey that was initially matured in ex-bourbon casks, before being finished in ex-Tequila casks. Aromas of honey, zesty orange, roast agave, toasted oak and walnuts fill the nose, complemented by notes of pineapple, pear, caramel, green grass, walnut, oak, pepper, sea salt and dried herbs throughout the palate and lingering in the finish.

£52.95

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Blended Scotch TB-BSW | 6 Year Old | Thompson Bros

70cl / 46% | Blended Scotch Whisky

A six-year-old blended whisky from creative indie bottler Thompson Bros, TB/BSW was matured in a mix of refill and first-fill sherry hogsheads to create a fruity, spicy character. Aromas of plum sauce, miso, golden sultanas, cinder toffee and coffee fill the nose, complemented by notes of raisins loaf, buttered Jamaica cake, maple, cinnamon, nutmeg and dried figs throughout the palate.

£32.95

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Talisker | 11 Year Old | Special Releases 2022

70cl / 55.1% | Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Talisker has more recently become a mainstay of the Diageo Special Releases, and this 2022 edition is continues the tweaking of the Talisker character. Along with the classic American-oak ex-bourbon casks, this also has some wine casks thrown into the mix, which add a subtle but intriguing extra bit of fruity complexity and spice.

£110.00

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Oban | 10 Year Old | Sherry Cask Finish | Special Releases 2022

70cl / 57.1% | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

New Oban bottlings don't come along very long and this release as part of the Diageo Special Releases 2022 is a bit different to most. Matured initially in refill and new-American-oak casks, it is then further aged in amontillado sherry casks. The result is an elegant sherry-forward, dried and fresh fruit layer that complements Oban's orangey distillery character.

£105.00

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Lagavulin | 12 Year Old | Special Releases 2022

70cl / 57.3% | Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

The 21st release of Lagavulin 12 Year Old as part of the Diageo Special Releases, and a whisky that continues a long and rightfully praised heritage. This year, a couple of extra components separate this from the pack. Firstly, the blending team selected extra smoky casks of whisky – they measure the phenol levels whenever a cask is filled, so can pick out extra-peaty whiskies if they need them. And secondly, they added some new-oak-finished whisky to the mix, adding extra layers of spice to an already big and smoky dram.

£135.00

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Cameron Bridge | 26 Year Old | Special Releases 2022

70cl / 56.2% | Single Grain Scotch Whisky

A first entry for whisky from Cameronbridge in the Diageo Special Releases, the 26-year-old expression is all about showing the distillery's soft, sweet and toffee-forward character. Aged solely in refill-bourbon casks, it lets the spirit do the talking thanks to a 'long and gentle' maturation, as master blender Craig Wilson puts it.

£275.00

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Singleton of Glen Ord | 15 Year Old | Special Releases 2022

70cl / 54.2% | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

A different take on The Singleton of Glen Ord 15 Year Old, released as part of the Diageo Special Releases 2022. This starts its life the same as the regular release, but then spends a long eight years of secondary maturation in wine casks. The result is a soft and fruity whisky with extra layers of rich dark fruit and spice.

£120.00

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Cardhu | 16 Year Old | Rum Cask Finish | Special Releases 2022

70cl / 58% | Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

An extra-tropical edition of Cardhu, released as part of the Diageo Special Releases 2022. Matured in refill and recharred casks before a finish in Jamaican pot-still-rum casks, it adds layers of tropical fruit to Cardhu's honey-forward character to create a zingy but rich whisky.

£160.00

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Mortlach | Special Releases 2022

70cl / 57.8% | Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

A very special Mortlach, released as part of the Diageo Special Releases 2022. This takes a left turn compared to most other Mortlach whiskies, which are traditionally aged in sherry casks, and looks at other wines. It was finished in red-muscat and tawny-port casks, and also has a little bit of virgin-oak-finished whisky in the mix. The result is big, rich and spicy, with layers of dark red fruit flavour.

£250.00

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Compass Box Ultramarine

70cl / 51% | Blended Scotch Whisky

A limited-edition blended whisky from creative blender Compass Box, Ultramarine was bottled in July 2022 as the first release in the Extinct Blends Quartet, a collection of four whiskies that reimagine some of the most iconic blended whiskies of yesteryear. Embracing old-school sherry character and ethereal peatiness, Ultramarine combines malt whiskies from Caol Ila and Glendullan with grain whisky from Cameronbridge and Girvan, and more. Aromas of honey, polished oak, toffee, vanilla custard and rich peat smoke fill the nose, complemented by notes of roasted pecans, raisins, Chantilly cream, stewed apples, gingerbread, dried fruit, clove and rich smoke throughout the palate and lingering in the finish.

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The Lakes | The Whiskymaker’s Editions | Infinity | Sherry Casks

70cl / 52% | English Single Malt Whisky

A complex and mysterious limited-edition single malt from The Lakes distillery's Whiskymaker's Editions series, Infinity was matured in a combination of oloroso, Palo Cortado, fino and Manzanilla sherry casks until it was bottled in late 2021. The palate offers notes of polished oak, incense sticks, cocoa nibs, sea salt, toasted rye bread, dates, treacle, baking spices and forest fruits that linger in the finish.

£99.95

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Clynelish | 12 Year Old | Sherry Cask Finish | Special Releases 2022

70cl / 58.5% | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

A welcome return for Clynelish to the Diageo Special Releases, this 12 year old whisky takes the classic bourbon-maturation of Clynelish and then adds a finish in PX and oloroso casks to give extra layers of rich and dark fruit. A very different and delicious take on the distillery's waxy and fruity character.

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Clynelish | 25 Year Old | Batch 11 | Boutique-y 10th Birthday Series

50cl / 47.1% | Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
That Boutique-y Whisky Company

The 11th batch of Clynelish single malt from That Boutique-y Whisky Company was matured for 25 years, before being bottled as part of its 10th Birthday series. Aromas of beeswax, green apples, butterscotch, salty coastal air and pineapple fill the nose, complemented by notes of tangerines, pineapples, tart apples, walnut oil and brine throughout the palate.

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Wilderness Trail | Small Batch | Bottled In Bond Bourbon

75cl / 50% | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey |
Distillery Bottling

A small-batch Bottled In Bond Straight Bourbon whiskey from Wilderness Trail, Kentucky, that is made with a mash bill of 64% corn, 24% wheat and 12% malted barley, and matured in a mix of heavily-charred and toasted barrels. Aromas of buttered popcorn, cinnamon French toast, salted butter and maple syrup fill the nose, complemented by notes of toffee, caramel, sea salt, vanilla, cherry jam, oak and butter throughout the palate.

£61.75

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Wilderness Trail | Small Batch “Bottled In Bond Rye

75cl / 50% | Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey |
Distillery Bottling

A small-batch rye whiskey from Wilderness Trail distillery that is made with a mash bill of 56% rye, 33% corn and 11% malted barley, matured in heavily-charred barrels and bottled in bond. The result is a nose full of lemon peel, satsuma, apple, peppery rye spice, vanilla caramel and floral honey aromas, complemented on the palate by notes of fragrant citrus, toasted rye bread, melted butter, charred oak, butterscotch, liquorice and crushed peppercorns that linger in the finish.

£61.75

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Caol Ila 2013 | 8 Year Old | Provenance

70cl / 46% | Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky |
Douglas Laing

A 2013 Caol Ila single malt from independent bottler Douglas Laing that was matured in a refill barrel for eight years, before being bottled in May 2022 as part of its Provenance series. Aromas of rich peat smoke, crispy bacon, dried earth and driftwood fill the nose, complemented by notes of treacle, heavily-charred oak, cured meats, iodine, acrid peat smoke and hints of barley throughout the palate.

£46.95

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Sagamore | Rum Cask Finish | Rye

70cl / 49% | American Rye Whiskey |
Distillery Bottling

A special-edition rye whiskey from Sagamore Spirit's Reserve Series, this is the second iteration of its rum cask finished whiskey. Initially matured in American oak barrels, it was then finished in a combination of South American barrels and ex-Jamaican rum barrels for 10 months, introducing layers of tropical fruit and caramelised sugar to Sagamore's spicy rye character. The palate offers notes of ripe banana, passion fruit, demerara sugar, spiced pineapple, vanilla, flores fritas, peanut brittle, cinnamon bark, ginger and spicy black pepper that linger in the finish.

£74.75

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Peerless Single Barrel Bourbon

70cl / 55.8% | Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

A single-barrel bourbon from Peerless Distilling Co. that spent its life a a just one barrel, selected by master distiller Caleb Kilburn. Aromas of citrus, cedar planks, honeysuckle and peppery oak spice fill the nose, complemented by notes of caramel, toasted oak, cinnamon, cocoa powder, orange peel and summer flowers throughout the palate.

£89.75

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Never Say Die | High Rye Bourbon | 5 Year Old

70cl / 54.6% | Bourbon Whiskey

Never Say Die is made in Kentucky with a high-rye mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye and 4% malted barley, before being transported across the Atlantic Ocean for a second maturation in England. Lively and spicy, the palate offers notes of orange, lemon, white pepper, vanilla, leather and caramel that linger in the finish.

£78.95

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