Talnua Distillery Unveils Olde Saint’s Keep 2026

A unique expression celebrating both gaelic distilling tradition and collaboration within the Colorado craft distilling community.

Arvada, Colorado — Talnua Distillery proudly announces the release of Olde Saint’s Keep 2026, an American Single Pot Still Whiskey special release. This year’s expression was created to honor the high-quality and collaborative spirit of Colorado distilling. Rooted in tradition and elevated by community, this limited-edition whiskey stands as a celebration of shared craft, timed fittingly with the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, a holiday long defined by gathering and connection. At its core, this release is a tribute to the state’s esteemed distilling community, award winning producers whose commitment to quality continues to elevate Colorado spirits on the world stage.

A True Colorado Finish

The whiskey for this year’s expression was aged for a minimum of three years in Char #2 American White Oak barrels, then finished for 6-9 months in unique casks sourced from six Colorado distilleries, each contributing a distinct layer of character and complexity. These finishing casks include, listed alphabetically by distillery:

Bear Creek Distillery — Rum cask
Deerhammer Distilling Co. — Apple Brandy cask
The Family Jones Distillery — Rye Whiskey cask
Laws Whiskey House — Wheat Whiskey cask
Spirit Hound Distillers — Single Malt Whiskey cask
Storm King Distilling Co. — Bourbon Whiskey cask

Production Details

Mashbill: 50% malted barley / 50% unmalted barley
Distillation: Triple distilled
Age Statement: Minimum 4 years
ABV: 50% | Proof: 100
Bottles Released: 1,200
MSRP: $110.00

“At Talnua, tradition isn’t static, it’s built together,” said Founder/Master Distiller Patrick Miller. “Olde Saint’s Keep 2026 is our way of honoring the people, places, and producers who make Colorado distilling what it is today. St. Patrick’s Day has always been about community, and this release is a reflection of that spirit.”

Olde Saint’s Keep 2026 will be available in limited quantities beginning March 13, 2026 at Talnua’s annual St. Patrick’s Day event and for pre-order here

Talnua Distillery – The American Spirit with an Irish Soul

SPRINGBANK 30YO

The 2026 edition of Springbank 30 Year Old is matured predominantly in Bourbon casks, with a small proportion of Oloroso sherry casks, and will see a global release of roughly 1,600 bottles.

NOSE Soft candle smoke and manuka honey sweetness open this dram, and the complexity builds in notes of cranberries, white pepper, potpourri and orange.

PALATE Notes of honeycomb, icing sugar, crystallised ginger and demerara sugar emerge on the palate, along with a brine, salt note reminiscent of salted caramel.

FINISH Peat smoke continues to the finish, with notes of eucalyptus, mint and gorse bush.

46% ABV

UK RRP £895 – £920

Kanosuke: A Japanese Whisky Dinner
at Jeong yuk Jeom in Los Angeles

Thursday, March 12^th
$100 per ticket
7:00PM — Jeong yuk Jeom, Los Angeles

Join us for a spirited evening exploring the distinctive character of Kanosuke, one of Japan’s rising stars in single malt whisky, hosted at Jeong Yuk Jeom in Koreatown. This exciting dinner will be hosted by Bay Area great Chris Lane of High Road Spirits and Roland Ng from Kanosuke, both Japanese whisky experts.

Located on the lush coast of Kagoshima, Kanosuke Distillery was founded in 2017. Drawing on the coastal climate, diverse barrel aging, and their signature use of a pot still inherited from the Hioki Distillery, Kanosuke whiskies have quickly earned a reputation for their smooth texture, elegant complexity, and gentle seaside character. Each expression in this lineup reflects the distillery’s evolving style.

Our host for the evening, Jeong Yuk Jeom, a Korean barbecue restaurant whose name translates to “butcher shop”, is known in LA for its vibrant dining experience focusing on high-quality dry-aged and prime cuts grilled tableside, offering an interactive and celebratory take on Korean barbecue rooted in both tradition and contemporary flavor exploration. With a menu designed to showcase what the restaurant describes as an interactive and dynamic approach to Korean barbecue, the setting is a compelling complement to Kanosuke’s nuanced whiskies.

Seats are extremely limited—we recommend reserving now, as tickets will go quickly! All alcoholic beverages will be served exclusively by Jeong yuk Jeom in accordance with their licensing. Lineup is subject to change.

Email: wine@klwines.com
Phone: (877) KL-WINES (Toll Free 877.559.4637)
K&L Wine Merchants 3005 El Camino Real Redwood City, CA 94061 USA
San Francisco, Redwood City, Hollywood CA

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Dumbarton
25 Years, Unicorn

The Whisky Barrel Launches Fifth Unicorn Series Release

Limited to 264 bottles · £79 GBP inc VAT | Available now HERE

25 Year Old Dumbarton Single Grain Celebrates the Legendary “Scotch Watch” Geese

The Whisky Barrel is proud to announce the launch of the fifth release in its acclaimed Unicorn Series: a rare Dumbarton 25 Year Old 2000, matured in a single first-fill Pedro Ximénez sherry hogshead and bottled at natural cask strength.

Distilled in 2000 at the now-closed Dumbarton distillery, this Lowland single grain Scotch whisky has spent 25 years maturing in first-fill PX sherry hogshead #TWB1040, developing remarkable depth and richness. Bottled in February 2026 at a powerful 56.6% ABV, the cask yielded just 264 bottles, available exclusively from The Whisky Barrel.

Dumbarton distillery, once owned by Ballantine’s, closed in 2002 and has since become increasingly sought after by collectors of lost Scotch whisky distilleries. Known for its creamy, vanilla-forward grain character, Dumbarton’s spirit lends itself beautifully to long sherry maturation — a style exemplified in this indulgent release.

A Tribute to the “Scotch Watch”

The Unicorn Series is renowned for pairing distinctive whisky with striking storytelling, and this release is no exception. The label pays homage to Dumbarton’s legendary Chinese white geese — affectionately known as the “Scotch Watch.”

From 1959 until 2012, these geese were employed to guard Ballantine’s bonded warehouses, forming a noisy and highly effective security force that grew to over 100 birds. Their iconic presence became part of Scotch whisky folklore before their retirement to Glasgow Green. The Unicorn label brings this unique chapter of whisky history together with Scotland’s mythical national emblem.

Tasting Profile

The 25 Year Old Dumbarton delivers waves of raisin syrup, dark chocolate and treacle on the nose, leading into a full-bodied palate of PX-soaked fruitcake, caramelised sugar and creamy vanilla. The finish is long, warming and luxuriously sherried, balanced by soft oak spice.

Limited Availability

With only 264 bottles produced, this is a rare opportunity to secure a cask-strength release from a closed Lowland distillery, presented under The Whisky Barrel’s celebrated Unicorn banner.

“Dumbarton is a distillery that quietly built a remarkable reputation after its closure. When we discovered this PX hogshead, it had the depth, richness and personality we look for in a Unicorn release. Pairing that whisky with the story of the Scotch Watch felt entirely fitting — it’s a tribute not just to the spirit, but to the character and history surrounding it” Alastair Brown, Managing Director, The Whisky Barrel

The Dumbarton 25 Year Old 200 Unicorn is available exclusively from:  The Whisky Barrel – Dumbarton 25 Year Old Unicorn

• Distillery: Closed Dumbarton distillery
• Age: 25 Years (Distilled 2000, Bottled 2026)
• Cask Type: 1st Fill Pedro Ximénez Sherry Hogshead (#TWB1040)
• ABV: 56.6% (Natural Cask Strength)
• Bottles: 264
• Price: £79 GBP (inc. VAT)
• Exclusive to: The Whisky Barrel, Fife, Scotland

*N.B. Prices correct at the time of publishing and are subject to currency fluctuation.

The Whisky Barrel    E: info@thewhiskybarrel.com| Visit www.thewhiskybarrel.com |Find us on: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube & Instagram

FEBRUARY 2026 AUCTION IN FULL SWING!

The auction is well underway, which is the ideal time to take a closer peek into a selection of truly eye-catching bottles. The Macallan Time : Space Mastery is a celebratory single malt, designed to capture the evolution of The Macallan across two centuries. Crafted from a diverse selection of matured whiskies, it delivers layered richness and harmony, housed in a circular vessel that reflects the ongoing journey of craftsmanship from one generation to the next.

Distilled in 1999, this Dalmore remained quietly maturing until 2018, when it was unveiled as a distillery-only release. After aging in American white oak bourbon barrels, it was given a final flourish in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks and offered as an annual exclusive, reserved for visitors to the Highland distillery.

This exceptional 25-year-old Longmorn was bottled at natural cask strength by independent bottlers Signatory Vintage in 2015 to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Braemar Royal Highland Society (B.R.H.S.). Bottle number 430 of only 500 bottles released.

Launched in 1991 to widespread acclaim from both critics and consumers, the celebrated Flora & Fauna series quickly became a landmark collection, later expanded to include four additional distilleries. This particularly sought-after expression was discontinued in 2001 following the revival of Caol Ila as a standalone brand, making way for the now-familiar 12-year-old core release. Its short production run and strong reputation make it a compelling and increasingly scarce auction lot.

These bottles are just a glimpse of the rare and collectable whiskies available in our February 2026 Auction. Explore the full lineup at clickwhiskyauctions.com and register now to place your bids. Time is ticking — the auction closes Sunday 22nd February from 8pm GMT.

SPRINGBANK 18YO

The 2026 release of Springbank 18 Year Old is matured in a combination of Bourbon, Sherry, and Rum casks, offering a delicious contrast to the 2024 edition, which was matured entirely in Bourbon casks.

NOSE A vibrant introduction, there are notes of marzipan, white chocolate raspberries, marmalade and heather honey, with a leather note in the background.

PALATE There is a richness on the palate in notes of treacle, brambles and blackcurrants, balanced with hints of nutmeg and dark chocolate.

FINISH An ashy note appears in the finish, along with gooseberries, salted pretzels and cayenne pepper.

46% ABV

UK RRP £116 – £120

Year of the Horse – Chinese New Year Edition

The Year of the Horse is all about energy, confidence, and moving forward.

This Lunar New Year, raise a dram that matches the spirit of the season. The Big Peat Chinese New Year Edition is bold, smoky and full of character – the perfect companion for celebrations, gifting and New Year toasts. bDesigned especially for the occasion, this limited-edition release is made to be shared and enjoyed as you welcome good fortune and fresh beginnings.  This New Year, celebrate boldly. Ride into the Year of the Horse with Big Peat in hand. 🧧 Limited edition – available while stocks last.

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