Hello Fellow Scotch Lovers – 

This weeks Whisky Wednesday dilemma: A chance to acquire a hard to find whisky….or a great deal on a spectacular mainstay.

What the hell…lets do both!

First up is the chance for a select few (read: those who act fast) to acquire a bottle of Ardbeg Corryvreckan, a very limited production whisky. Corryvreckan takes its name from the famous whirlpool that lies to the north of Islay, where only the bravest souls dare to venture. Like the whirlpool itself, Corryvreckan is not for the faint-hearted! Swirling aromas and torrents of deep, peaty, peppery taste lurk beneath the surface of this beautifully balanced dram. 

A bottle of Ardbeg Corryvreckan is $94.50. If you want one, make sure to buy it now. We have an inadequate amount of bottles, so limit is one bottle to a customer please.

Next is the opportunity to acquire a truly wonderful whisky, Glenmorangie Signet, at an unbeatable price. A fusion of unique and rare elements, and clouded in secrecy, Signet is a blend of Glenmorangie’s oldest whisky – distilled over thirty years ago when malting still occurred on site – and spirit matured in a selection of the world’s finest casks, this undoubtedly is the richest whisky in the Glenmorangie range. It was also named Whisky Magazine Best Highland Single Malt for 2011.

Thanks “Nicky No Neck”, we are able to offer you Glenmorangie Signet at the unbeatable price of $150.99, down from our usual price of $187.50

Finally, one last reminder that ForScotchLovers will have a booth at this years Whiskies of the World Expo on March 26th in San Francisco. Because we are participating in the show, I’m able to offer you a great discount on tickets (see below).

I hope you will take advantage of both of these offers. And if you do attend the Whiskies of the World Expo, ya better stop by our booth and say hello.

I hope to see you all there,    

Doug Stone
Founder
www.ForScotchLovers.com

ARDBEG CORRYVRECKAN

ARDBEG CORRYVRECKAN REVIEW – by JOHN HANSEL of  THE MALT ADVOCATE 

Powerful, muscular, well-textured, and invigorating. Even within the realm of Ardbeg, this one stands out. The more aggressive notes of coal tar, damp kiln, anise and smoked seaweed are supported by an array of fruit (black raspberry, black cherry, plum), dark chocolate, espresso, molasses, bacon fat, kalamata olive, and warming cinnamon on the finish. Quite stunning…This is a great whisky! 

Malt Advocate magazine rating: 96

DISTILLERS TASTING NOTES

Colour: Deepest amber

Aroma: Heady, intense and powerful.

With the first sniff, encounter the deep and turbulent force of Corryvreckan as it pulls you inwards. Swirl the glass and dip your nose into the torrents of tarry ropes, creosote and linseed oil rising from deep within the vortex. As you succumb to its power, a collision of waxy dark chocolate, warm blackcurrants and muscovado sugar pulls you under its spell with a burst of plump cherries and earthy pine needles leaping from its depths.

Swirl water into the glass, and observe the magical collision of whisky and water. As the liquid warms up, the seething cauldron bubbles and bursts, as you edge closer to sniff a pot full of gutsy cayenne-peppered steak and oysters smothered in hot pepper sauce. Salty seasoning brings a briny character with tangy crisp seaweed and smoky bacon swirling on the surface with hints of sweet vanilla, spicy cloves and blueberries.

As the whirlpool narrows and quickens moving ever deeper, surrender to its dangerous depths with the heady force of menthol, treacle and chilli sauce.

Taste: Plunge into the whirlpool and taste the mysterious depths of Corryvreckan. Torrents of taste well up on the palate; deep, peppery and chewy, bombarding the tongue with its intense tastes and textures.

The first plunge brings forth chewy peppered steak soaked in pepper sauce with the tang of crispy seaweed. As you descend deeper, encounter a mouthful of black tarry espresso coffee that coats the palate with rich melted dark fruits (blackcurrants, blueberries and cherries) and bitter almonds. As the taste soaks in deeper, star anise and hickory dry out the palate before a surprise of chalky effervescent violets fizz to the surface.

Finish: Long, deep and remaining powerful into the finish with black tarry coffee, chocolate coated cherries and hot pepper sauce, the lingering memories of your mysterious and daring journey into Corryvreckan. 

GLENMORANGIE SIGNET

REVIEW – COURTESY OF JIM MURRY’S WHISKY BIBLE 2010

“This has to be Morangie Untraditional. An entirely different directon for this malt thick oak, intensity unique not just to the distillery but any other Highland malt I can think of, beleive me, you are in for one hell of a show.” 

DISTILLERS TASTING NOTES

Colour: Deep amber

Aroma: A strong Aruba espresso fused with a treacly plum pudding, rich with sherry, and candied orange peel.

Taste: A contrast of rich sweetness with an explosive crackle of sizzling spices and bitter mocha.

Finish: A fresh spring-like breeze of mint with a bright citrus lemony-green quality.