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The Macallan 110 Proof – Scotch Whisky News

THE MACALLAN 110 PROOF

The Macallan 110 Proof is now available for purchase from The Macallan Online Boutique. The Macallan 110 Proof, part of the Sherry Oak Collection, is an exemplary expression of The Macallan’s signature style. Matured for 12 years exclusively in sherry seasoned oak casks on our 485-acre Estate at Easter Elchies. Presented at 110 proof, a strength that enhances the bold, rich and fruity character that The Macallan Sherry Oak 12 Years Old is known for.

THE WHISKY

This naturally amber-hued single malt scotch whisky opens with the indulgent aroma of sticky dates and gentle cinnamon spice, unfolding into layers of rich oak and a subtle warmth of stem ginger on the palate. A bold whisky with exceptional depth of flavor, to be explored, shared and enjoyed.

PURCHASE 110 PROOF

Warm and evocative, this naturally amber-hued single malt scotch whisky opens with the indulgent aroma of sticky dates and gentle cinnamon spice, unfolding into layers of rich oak and a subtle warmth of stem ginger on the palate. A bold whisky with exceptional depth of flavour, to be explored, shared and enjoyed.

From our Timeless Collections available globally to our special limited release whiskies, each with a rich story to tell. Each and every Macallan single malt whisky reveals our unrivalled commitment to the mastery of wood and spirit since 1824.

The Macallan was one of the first distillers in Scotland to be legally licensed. Since then we have built a reputation as one of the world’s leading single malt whiskies. The creation of The Macallan draws on the vital contributing influences of Spain, North America and Scotland – and of their respective natural raw materials, combined with traditional methods and craftsmanship.

The Macallan distillery was founded by Alexander Reid, a barley farmer and school teacher. The original name of the area was “Maghellan”, taken from the Gaelic word “magh”, meaning fertile ground and “Ellan”, from the Monk St.Fillan – who held a close association with the church that stood in the grounds of The Macallan Estate until 1400. Farmers had been making whisky on their Speyside farms in the area for centuries, using their surplus barley during the quieter winter months.

Little Brown Dog ‘Our latest release includes 7, yes SEVEN, new bottles’ – Scotch Whisky News

Our latest release includes 7, yes SEVEN, new bottles.

As if our recent releases haven’t been exciting enough, we wanted to go one further for our incredible customers. That’s you. So we’ve been beavering away on a huge release of, not 5, not 6, but SEVEN incredible bottles for your enjoyment and adoration. We’ve covered it all in this batch. The very last bottles of Drookit Dug, four single casks, one new small batch release, and the return of our hugely popular Scottish bourbon. There’s so much we want to tell you about each of the whiskies in here,  but with 7 great bottles to show you, there simply isn’t the time. So, read on, be inspired, and grab yourself a bottle or two from our batch of the year… so far.

Cheers,

Andrew, Chris, and the LBD.

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Living Souls 41 Year Old Blended Whisky Batch #4 – Tyndrum Whisky News

Living Souls 41 Year Old Blended Whisky Batch #4

£119.00

Batch #4 of Living Souls’ 1984 blend continues the story of a whisky laid down decades ago and shaped by time. Matured for 41 years, this latest release offers another chapter in the evolution of this long-aged blended whisky, evoking a quiet tropical shoreline at dusk, where the last light of day is joined by the glow of a burning fire stick. Natural colour and non-chill filtered.

Nose. The nose opens with passionfruit, dried mango, lychee and honeysuckle, layered with grilled pineapple, apricot and a faint floral edge.

Palate. The palate brings citrus, gentle ashy smoke and waxy texture.

Finish. Finishing on soft cereal notes and a touch of burnt sugar.

TyndrumWhisky.com
The Green Welly Stop
Tyndrumwhisky, Tyndrum
Crianlarich, Perthshire FK20 8RY
United Kingdom

The Whisky Exchange ‘A Deeper Expression of Glenglassaugh’ – Scotch Whisky News

A Deeper Expression of Glenglassaugh

The latest addition to Glenglassaugh’s acclaimed range, this new 15 Year Old offers a richer take on the distillery’s distinctive coastal style. Matured with the influence of Pedro Ximénez casks, it balances luscious notes of sultanas, salted caramel and treacle with tropical fruit, warming spice and a subtle maritime edge.

A rewarding new expression that showcases Glenglassaugh’s signature character in a deeper, more indulgent light.

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Cotswolds Distillery ‘Easy Whisky Cocktail for Summer Afternoons’ – English Whisky News

ENGLISH WHISKY HIGHBALL

How to Serve

Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour over 50ml Cotswolds Signature Single Malt Whisky, add a dash of peach bitters, top with soda water and garnish with a lemon twist.

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Maltstock 2026 Program Snippets – Whisky Festival News

Years ago, when Maltstock started, we thought it would be a great idea to start the Saturday with a refreshing and relaxed morning walk. We hired a couple of local guides to take us through the wonderful local forest and lakes and tell us all about it… Then someone asked: “Is it ok to bring my whisky and share?”

Annette, Bob, Klaas, Stan, Teun

The Morning Monnik Walk

After a late night of tasting great whisky and sharing relaxed stories, and a little bit of ‘shut eye’, it is time to step into the world of Filey Bay whisky during the Monnik Walk by Tony van Rooijen!

On the relaxed but rugged east coast of England a unique whisky is created that attracts the attention of whisky lovers worldwide: Filey Bay Single Malt. The entire production process, from growing barley to bottling the whisky, takes place on the Yorkshire coast. Tony van Rooijen, also known as Tony the Whiskyliefhebber (Tony the Whisky Lover), will put you on the track of this wonderful dram during our traditional walking start of the day!

For those of you who aren’t familiar with Tony… prepare for total and utter relaxed shenanigans. For this of you who aren’t familiar with our morning walks… The days of the local guides telling us about wildlife are long gone! Bing a glass and a bottle of water!!

Established in March 2019, Kameda distillery doesn’t follow tradition, but is all about innovation! Modern distilling with sustainability in mind and focussed on making great spirits… We are so curious to hear their story. You can too as Hiroyuki Doda will feature in the shared Masterclass with Saburomaru and Drinks with… sessions!

Tickets for Maltstock 2026 

Get relaxed now and get your Maltstock tickets here:

https://www.maltstock.com/shop  

CLICK WHISKY AUCTIONS AUGUST 2026 AUCTION IN FULL SWING! – Auction Whisky News

AUGUST 2026 AUCTION IN FULL SWING!

With our August Auction now underway, we’re taking a closer look at another standout lot from this month’s sale. Introduced in 1995, Diageo’s Rare Malts series celebrated the individuality of Scotland’s distilleries through well-aged, natural cask strength releases, with many bottlings coming from distilleries that had already fallen silent. This Millburn 1975 was distilled at the now closed Highland distillery, matured for 25 years and bottled at natural cask strength in 2001. A rare opportunity to experience the character of one of Scotland’s lost distilleries through one of the most respected whisky series ever released..

Originally reserved for employees across what is now Diageo’s portfolio of distilleries, the annual Manager’s Dram series was bottled in limited numbers at natural cask strength. Each release was selected by the distillery manager from a small number of exceptional casks, offering a unique snapshot of the distillery’s character. Distilled at Glen Elgin, a Speyside distillery celebrated for its elegant, fruity spirit, this expression matured for 19 years before being bottled at natural cask strength in 1993.

Distilled in 1998, the final year of production at the now demolished Imperial Distillery, this single cask release captures the closing chapter of a lost Speyside distillery. Matured for 25 years in Refill Bourbon Barrel #100916, it was bottled at natural cask strength by Cask 88 in 2023. Drawn from some of the last spirit ever distilled at Imperial, the release comprises just 200 bottles, each featuring an individually varied label illustrated by Johnathon Freemantle – a fitting tribute to one of Scotland’s vanished distilleries.

The Macallan 18 Year Old Sherry Oak has long been regarded as one of the distillery’s defining expressions. Distilled in 1995 and matured exclusively in sherry seasoned oak casks, this release reflects the rich, classic style that has made the range one of Speyside’s most enduring benchmarks. Part of the final generation to carry the year of distillation on the label, it represents an important chapter in the evolution of Macallan’s iconic 18 Year Old.

These featured lots are just a glimpse of what’s on offer in our August Auction. Visit clickwhiskyauctions.com to browse the full auction and discover many more remarkable bottles. Bidding closes from 8pm BST on Sunday, 16th August. Remember, you have to be in it to win it! Register today to bid on your favourite drams.

Old Particular Fanatical About Flavour 21 Years Old Grain PX Cask – Scotch Whisky News

Old Particular

Fanatical About Flavour 21 Years Old Grain PX Cask

This special 21 Year Old Single Grain Scotch Whisky has been finished in a luxurious PX Sherry Cask and bottled at a Natural Cask Strength of 58.3% ABV. Treacle tart, red currants and candied walnuts lead, followed by cherry bakewell, desiccated coconut and crème caramel.

Sweet Malt, soft baking spice, strawberry jam and stewed plums linger through a rich, enduring finish. Only 240 bottles exist globally with no colouring or chill-filtration.

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At Douglas Laing we are Fanatical About Flavour. Each of these Single Cask Single Malt and Grain bottlings are a celebration of taste above all else – chosen for their exceptional character, depth and individuality. We have purposefully kept the distillery ‘Secret’, setting aside expectations, inviting you to explore each dram with an open mind. Allow the Whisky to speak for itself through aroma, palate and finish… release your inner connoisseur!

Woodrow’s of Edinburgh Glendronach 20 Years Old – Aberdeen Whisky Shop News

Woodrow’s of Edinburgh

Glendronach 20 Years Old

ABV: 51.82% 70 cL

Single malt from Glendronach Distillery from the Highland region of Scotland. Distilled on the 28th March 2006, and aged for 20 years in a refill bourbon barrel, it’s oily, waxy, with fruity notes of apple, orange and lemon and hints of coffee. Bottled on 13th April 2026 by Woodrow’s of Edinburgh, at natural cask strength, natural colour and no chill filtration. Limited to 205 bottles.

£176.00

Tax included.

Whisky Wednesday Reviews Glen Grant 72YO – Scotch Whisky News

Glen Grant 72YO

THE VIDEO

How does a whisky stay at 52.6% ABv for 72 years? Well, those secrets will remain with Gordon & MacPhail, for now, let’s focus on the taste!

Matured for just over seven decades in an American oak sherry cask (that’s quite unusual in itself), this release was distilled in 148 and bottles in 2020, somehow yielding 290 bottles. Wild.

Amazingly, this whisky isn’t about a lot of those classic sherry notes. It isn’t very raisin driven or full of the Christmas Cake flavours. It’s drenched in almost every profile from sweet to savoury you could imagine, lingering in a wonderfully herbaceous area for a while with mint, oregano and absinthe. Possibly the best older whisky I’ve ever tried, it seems that a majority of reviewers who have tried this agree, it is a simply outstanding bottle of whisky that has quite the mystery behind its origins.

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