(From Isle of Arran Distillery)…Joining our core range of 10 & 14 year-old Arran Malts is our 12 Year -Old Cask Strength which will be released at the end of September. Bottled at 54.1%, this is a rich and rewarding addition to our family and displays all the original fruity island character we have come to expect of Arran, in all its intensity. A smaller batch bottling, this one is sure to go down a storm. Click here to read the tasting notes.

Bruichladdich 10 Year Old

 
THE TRUE BEGINNING OF A NEW ERA.

DISTILLERY NOTES:
 
. OUR FIRST 10-YEAR-OLD, LANDMARK BOTTLING. THE DEFINITIVE STATEMENT OF OUR ELEGANT BRUICHLADDICH SPIRIT. THE ONLY 10-YEAR-OLD SPIRIT TO BE DISTILLED, MATURED AND BOTTLED ON ISLAY.

. 100% SCOTTISH BARLEY.

. AMERICAN OAK MATURED.

. BOTTLED AT 46% WITH OUR OWN ISLAY SPRING WATER. HIGH-VISIBILITY SATURATED BRUICHLADDICH AQUA PACKAGING. NATURAL WHISKY: NON-CHILL-FILTERED AND COLOURING FREE
 
£32.99 inc VAT

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Port Charlotte – PC9

 
AN ULTRA-LIMITED-EDITION RELEASE AND THE FINAL STEP ON THIS FASCINATING JOURNEY BEFORE PORT CHARLOTTE COMES OF AGE WITH NEXT YEAR’S FULL-RELEASE 10 YEAR OLD.

Character – The strong pulse of Islay is unrestrained and inextinguishable. The heat, the peat and the power are fabulous. Your heart pumps harder, your eyes light up like Roman candles, and by now your anticipation of a unique experience is about to be realised…

£69.98

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Old Pulteney Creates Celebratory Spirit to Mark Heroes’ Homecoming

Multi award-winning Old Pulteney Single Malt Scotch Whisky has today unveiled a limited edition commemorative bottle to celebrate one of the World’s last great firsts in maritime endurance – the Old Pulteney Row to the Pole expedition.

On the 26th August this year, British arctic adventurer Jock Wishart and his pioneering crew made history by successfully completing a never attempted before expedition to row to the 1996 magnetic North Pole. The four week adventure, which was sponsored by Old Pulteney, proved to be a challenge of a lifetime, as the crew braved extreme Arctic conditions to complete their 450 mile voyage into the unknown. The limited edition release was designed to mark their momentous achievement.

Only 3,000 of the unique, collectable bottles will be available world-wide and will feature exceptional single malt selected by Malcolm Waring, Distillery Manager at Pulteney Distillery. The exclusive edition is matured in ex American and ex Spanish sherry casks and bottled in 35cl at 40%, ABV. On the palete the initial sweet hints of citrus combined with overtones of raisins, pears, chocolate and warm spices lead to a full bodied long lasting finish.

Presented in a traditional canvas sailing gift bag, the bottle’s eye catching design features the expedition’s distinctive artwork and is endorsed with expedition leader Jock Wishart’s signature.

Commenting on the release, Margaret Mary Clarke, Senior Brand Manager from Old Pulteney says:

“The Old Pulteney Row to the Pole expedition proved to be an unforgettable and unique experience for all involved and we are proud to have been involved in such an ambitious challenge.

Our partnership with Jock and the expedition stems from the brand’s age old heritage of supporting maritime adventure and we are delighted to release a commemorative bottle to mark the crew’s dedication, bravery and remarkable success.”

Old Pulteney Single Malt Whisky is crafted at the most northerly distillery on the UK mainland in Wick. The distillery was founded in 1826 at the height of Wick’s herring boom and it’s this maritime heritage that gives the whisky its name as the Maritime Malt.

Notes

Old Pulteney Single Malt Whisky is diligently crafted at Pulteney Distillery in Wick. It is the most northerly distillery on the UK Mainland and was founded in 1826 by James Henderson at the height of Wick’s herring boom. The distillery lies in the heart of ‘Pulteneytown’, which was created for all the fishermen at the time, and is embedded in the deep rooting history of this coastal town, which used to be one of the most important and biggest herring fishing ports in Europe.

Old Pulteney Single Malt whisky has a long standing association with the sea and is also known as the Maritime Malt’.

International Beverage Holdings (www.interbevgroup.com) was established in 2005 as the international arm of ThaiBev, one of South East Asia’s leading alcohol beverage companies. With a network of regional offices in Asia, Europe and North America, the company is responsible for the production, sales, marketing and distribution of a portfolio of premium global brands in over 80 countries and territories.
Inver House Distillers (www.inverhouse.com) is globally integrated into International Beverage Holdings and drives the distillation and maturation of Scotch through its five distilleries.

International Beverage brands include:
 Chang Beer: Thailand’s iconic beer brand
 Single Malt Scotch Whiskies: Old Pulteney, Balblair, anCnoc, Speyburn
 Blended Whiskies: Hankey Bannister
 Mekhong: ‘The Spirit of Thailand’ since 1941
 Caorunn – a small batch distilled Scottish Gin with 5 Celtic botanicals

The company’s success is built on the combination of a strong understanding of local cultures and markets with the creation of a truly global operational network. Brand building pays respect to heritage, provenance and craftsmanship whilst delivering innovative and highly effective strategies at global level. A skilled and dedicated team of more than 12 nationalities speaking over 14 languages delivers the highest standards of customer service and attention to detail across all aspects of the business.

Masters Series Fall 2011
Join us for a series of tastings featuring wine and spirits
chosen by one of America’s foremost wine and spirits authorities,
F. Paul Pacult, editor of The Spirit Journal.

Monday, October 24, 7:00 p.m.

The Balvenie
The Handcrafted Traditional Malts of Speyside

Please join us to explore the traditional hallmark whiskies of The Balvenie Distillery with Master of the Quaich Paul Pacult and special guest The Balvenie Global Ambassador, Andrew Weir.

Founded by William Grant in 1892, The Balvenie still does most things by hand. From growing and malting its own barley to employing coopers for its casks and a coppersmith for its stills, the Balvenie is the epitome of handcrafted elegance. Come be entranced by these powerfully elegant single malts including:

Balvenie 12 Year Old DoubleWood

Balvenie 14 Year Old Caribbean Cask –
released October 2010

Balvenie Tun 1401 Batch #3 (NAS) –
Launching Oct 2011

Balvenie 17 Year Old Peated Cask –
2010 Limited Release

Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood

Balvenie 15 Year Old Single Barrel

And some rare The Balvenie surprises!

$95 per person

For reservations call Keens Steakhouse (212) 947-3636
– Please register early as we expect this event to sell out –

Please fax back to us at (212) 714-1103

For further information
please visit our Upcoming Events page
Or Call (212) 947-3636.

October – New Arrivals

Its a busy month at Abbey Whisky with some wonderful, very rare and exclusive malts arriving.

Back in stock for October we have Ardbeg Very Young ‘For Discussion’ and Ardbeg 1975 OB, both becoming very elusive of late.

Abhainn Dearg Distillery release their ‘Special Edition’ 3 year old this month, The Spirit of Lewis cask 032010 and 102010 are produced from some of the first spirits runs. We will continue to follow this very traditional working distillery and excitedly anticipate further releases over the coming years.

Port Ellen Maltings… One of the best Port Ellen’s ever?

94/100 – Serge Valentin – whiskyfun.com

Remeber we offer reduced worldwide postal rates, with prices from…

Europe £13.00…USA £27.50…Far East & Australasia £30.00

Sláinte!

Abbey Whisky

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Glenlivet 1967 / Cellar Collection

33 Year Old

“Astonishing for a Speysider of such antiquity. First class complexity with no over-ageing.”

Jim Murray, Whisky Magazine

Awarded Silver at The International Wine and Spirit Competition 2001

£550.00

Dear Client

We have nine (9) new PROVENANCE bottlings this month, whose Tasting Notes follow –

PRV 0747 Glen Ord 7 Year Old Opens clean and fresh with a sweet, lightly perfumed, gristy quality and runs to macerated pears and peaches. The palate is sweetly spiced with more fruit (now on syrup) plus vanilla. The finish is long – still fruity – with an orange pith tang. (J)

PRV 0724 Dalmore 10 Year Old On the nose detect an early strawberry jam character – plus sweet spices and a dry barley gristiness. Initially toasted – now honeyed – on the palate – it warms to a real vanilla fudge quality. It then heads to a long spiced finished – with a liquorice tail. (F)

PRV 0737 Royal Lochnagar 10 Year Old The nose is fresh, gristy and fragrant carrying a vanilla infused fruit salad character. The palate is light, elegantly sweet, still fruity and runs to a sweet liquorice trait. The finish is short but attractively fruited and remains sweet throughout. (J)

PRV 0734 Allt-a-Bhaine 11 Year Old Sherry The nose is fresh and softly spiced carrying an attractive toffee sweet character. The palate is mouth coating and richly spiced with a barley and caramelised nuts style. Still nutty, the finish is long and now runs drier with late cloves. (J)

PRV 0735 Glenburgie 11 Year Old Opens fresh & fruitily/barley sweet on the nose carrying a honey & peach cereal bar style. Even sweeter on the palate with macerated fruit and caramelised banana plus a tangy orange and marzipan trait. The finish is long – still sweet, replicating nose and palate with a particular orange zest quality. (J)

PRV 0736 Inchgower 12 Year Old Sherry Its nose opens big, “beefy” and honeyed, heading to a (dry) Sherried and gently spiced style. On the palate detect now really dry(ing) spices – quite interestingly desiccating – with a lemon cough drop quality. The finish will still “ease your throat” with its now sweeter spices and its trail of smoke. (F)

PRV 0728 Craigellachie 12 Year Old Sherry Warmly spiced from the Sherry cask as it opens on the nose – it moves quickly onto macerated and alcohol marinated dark fruits – plus late toffee. Palatewise – the toffee dominates sweetly and roundly, building to citrus then to dark molasses and camphor. The finish combines spice – malt, muscavado sugar – dark fruits and vanilla. (F)

PRV 0739 Tamdhu 12 Year Old Initially dry on the nose, it then warms to autumnal fruits and maraschino cherries. Honey hits the palate sweetly with juicy barley backing it up – then its finish is softly (cough drop in style) spiced – smoked – and barley sugared. (F)

PRV 0740 Strathisla 12 Year Old So spicy and fruity on the nose! – then detect a tobacco and espresso style. A dark macerated fruity flavour is evident on the big chewy palate – so big to almost run to molasses – then its finish is lightly smoked, still spiced with a camphor hint. (F)

With less than 3 trading months before Christmas and with our “Summer offer” still applicable, we hope there will be something useful here, for you and your clients.

Best Wishes

Fred

Visit Douglas Laing & Co. Ltd. at www.douglaslaing.com

Jim Beveridge is the master blender for Diageo’s Johnnie Walker whiskies, which means he’s responsible for some of the world’s best-selling Scotch whiskies. It also means he doesn’t have time to do interviews very often, and I’ve wanted to talk with him for several years…so when we had the chance to connect for a few minutes, I jumped at the chance. We’ll discuss his latest creation, Johnnie Walker Double Black, which has jumped from travel retail into mainstream markets, along with the art and science of whisky blending. In the news, Suntory prepares to export Hakushu single malts to the U.S., the 2012 Malt Whisky Yearbook has been published, and more!

Visit WhiskyCast at www.whiskycast.com   

Madison Malt Drinkers hosts a “Master Distiller – Thriller Showdown!”
 
 Ladies and Gentlemen,

Let’s Get Ready to Taaaaaaaaaaaste!

The Park Avenue Liquor Shop’s very own Marlon Paltoo (“The Single Malt Guy”) and his MMD aka “Madison Malt Drinkers” have graciously opened up extra seating to their October 31st Master Distiller Thriller event.

Two world famous innovators of Single Malt will appear to share their wealth of knowledge as well as some of their drams for one unforgettable night at Nat Sherman in New York City.

In the Islay corner is Jim McEwan of Bruichladdich and representing the of Isle of Jura is Willie Tait. See all of the information below.                                        

We are also happy to offer a selection of Dalmore single malts on sale in honor of NY upcoming Whisk(e)y Fest. See below for details.

Please note that these bottles can only be purchased at the sale price by contacting the store and mentioning this email blast.
See below for the specially discounted bottlings.

Cheers!
Jonathan & Eric
Park Avenue Liquor Shop
292 Madison Avenue
New York NY, 10017
212-685-2442 – PH
212-689-6247 – FAX
info@parkaveliquor.com
www.parkaveliquor.com

Marlon Paltoo & the MMD present:

 
Park Ave Liquor Shop: Limited time sale on select Dalmore single malts.

We are happy to offer the following Dalmore single malts in a limited time sale. You must contact the store and mention this sale to get the special prices. Sale ends October 21st.

This is a great opportunity to get an early holiday gift or try something new for yourself.

Dalmore King Alexander III
Over the course of our history The Dalmore’s remarkable spirit has been filled to French wine barriques, Madeira drums, sherry butts from Jerez, Sicilian Marsala barrels, port pipes from the Douro and bourbon barrels from Kentucky.

Each of these casks has now been united to create an exceptional malt where the individual characteristics of each work together to form a rich, deep spirit. This release commemorates the Mackenzie Clan ancestor’s heroic act in saving King Alexander in 1263. Taste Notes Aged aromatic oloroso butts and Madeira drums provide citrus orange, spice and nuts, whilst redolent bourbon barrels deliver warm vanilla notes.

Rich Port and Marsala woods add hints of wild berries and fleshy plums, enhanced with red fruits from vintage Cabernet Sauvignon barriques.

Current Price: $225

Limited Time Sale Price: $200

Dalmore 18 Year Old

As reviewed by John Hansell:

“Aged in American oak for 14 years and then finished off in Spanish sherry butts for several more. A rich, lush, sherried Dalmore expression. Fruity notes of succulent orange, strawberry rhubarb tart, and sultana on a bed of toffee and vanilla. A peppering of cinnamon, lemon rock candy, chocolate-covered coffee bean and lavender adds complexity. Perhaps a little heavy-handed with the sherry. But still, it’s a solid effort and a Dalmore to enjoy after dinner or as a nightcap:. Malt Advocate magazine rating: 87

Current Price: $160

Limited Time Sale Price: $144

Dalmore Mackenzie

Dalmore Mackenzie is a limited edition bottle supporting the Clan Mackenzie Society. The package features a print of the Benjamin West painting “Fury of the Stag”, by John Mackenzie, the head of the Clan.
This famous Highland Clan owned Dalmore for almost 100 years, and they are still connected through the family icon, the stag head, which The Dalmore uses to adorn their bottles. The partnership aims to raise funds to refurbish the Clan’s Castle Leod.

The nose is fragrant and fruity with redcurrant, cherry and fresh citrus (oranges, grapefruit). A hint of ginger. Underneath is a subtle aroma of mocha glaze and roasted nuts. On the palate it has a lot of body with tremendous spice. It’s also nutty and even slightly smoky. Nutmeg and ginger make their presence felt. Still some dried fruits (prunes) appear with hints of vanilla. The finish is spicy with a return to candied oranges.
Extremely smooth and balanced.

Current Price: $200

Limited Time Sale Price: $180

Dalmore: Cigar Malt

This one is not part of the sale but is an exciting re-introduction. A very limited re-introduction. Dalmore Cigar Malt was matured for the majority of its life in bespoke Oloroso “Matusalem” sherry butts and bottled at 44% alcohol by volume, the body and character of this extraordinary expression is the perfect complement to a fine cigar.

Deep amber gold in colour with glittering highlights; aromas of orange marmalade, honey and citrus fruits abound in sensual profusion. The long years spent in the finest Oloroso sherry wood deliver intense notes of crushed almonds, cinnamon and spice to complete the nose of this remarkable expression. On the palate creamy vanilla, toffee and sweet pineapples open, followed by rich mango, crushed pear and kiwi fruits.
An aftertaste of unsurpassed elegance.

Matured 70% Oloroso Sherry Wood; 30% Bourbon American White Oak.

Only 50 six packs were delivered to the United States.

Price: $125

Seating at the MMD event is limited and cannot be guaranteed. Due to ever changing inventory we cannot guarantee bottle availability. The Dalmore sale ends at the conclusion of business (7pm EST) on Oct 21st. Not responsible for typographical errors.

The wait is over. Johnnie Walker ‘Double Black’ has arrived at the Park Avenue Liquor Shop.

“Double Black?

I’ll drink to that!”

For years we’ve been getting phone calls from customers asking us if we carry Johnnie Walker ‘Double Black’. Each time we had to explain that it was strictly a Duty-Free item. So unless you were planning a trip – No Double Black for you.

As demand grew brand owner Diageo realized that Johnnie Walker Black fans wanted this whisky without having to buy a plane ticket.

This past Spring, we received word that ‘Double Black’ was coming to retail. We were skeptical but began to spread the word that the bottle might soon be available.

Well, now it’s here and it is moving fast. Double fast. See blow for details and for information on a couple other new items that we greatly anticipated.

Contact us with any questions.

Cheers!
Jonathan & Eric
The Park Avenue Liquor Shop
292 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10017
212-685-2442 – PH
212-698-6247 – FAX
info@parkaveliquor.com
www.parkaveliquor.com

Johnnie Walker: Double Black

Johnnie Walker Double Black is the newest addition to the Johnnie Walker family of Scotch whiskies. Double Black starts with the Black Label template, and from there, it adds peatier malts and malts aged in heavily charred oak barrels – the result being a smokier dram than the original. While the Black Label is aged for 12 years, Johnnie Walker Double Black carries no age statement. On the nose, Double Black offers aromas of peat smoke, oak and dried fruits. You’ll notice more smoke, plus some pleasant tropical fruit notes, vanilla and spice. It’s quite drinkable, with an easy-going mouthfeel and a dry finish, but it’s a bit heavy-handed on the oak, with lots of char coming through.

Our Price: $50

SOUTHERN COMFORT PARTNERS WITH TABASCO® Brand FOR NEW FIERY PEPPER PRODUCT

Two Louisiana Icons Come Together for Chili-Pepper-Flavored Line Extension

October, 2011, LOUISVILLE, KY – Southern Comfort announces the launch of Southern Comfort Fiery Pepper, a fierce fusion of Southern Comfort and Tabasco® brand pepper sauce. The new product is set to hit shelves nationally in October 2011.

The new spicy concoction delivers a perfectly balanced mixture of genuine whiskey, and the premium flavors of Southern Comfort, infused with original Tabasco brand pepper sauce. Served as a cold shot or incorporated into a cocktail, Southern Comfort Fiery Pepper finishes off any drink with the perfect amount of heat.

“This partnership between Southern Comfort and Tabasco brand strikes the perfect balance between sweet and heat and brings together two iconic brands for a one-of-a-kind product,” said Mark Bacon, VP, Managing Director, Southern Comfort. “Fiery Pepper gives our consumers another unique way to enjoy Southern Comfort that will challenge their senses and fire up the night.”

“We’re proud to partner with another iconic brand born in Louisiana to create a spicy addition to the classic Southern Comfort line,” said Paul McIlhenny, president and CEO of McIlhenny Company, maker of Tabasco brand pepper sauce. “We look forward to a future of fiery cocktails.”

Southern Comfort will launch a large-scale advertising campaign in support of the product release consisting of a 10-week national television buy in the fall which includes commercials, integrations and custom features on ESPN, TBS, TNT, Comedy Central and Discovery among others. The headline “Sometimes a Burning Sensation is Good News” highlights a national trade and online media campaign also “spreading” this fall.

“We’re making a considerable investment both above the line and below the line during and after the initial launch of the brand,” added Bacon. “Fiery Pepper is a significant initiative for us and will be a key component of the Southern Comfort growth plan for years to come.”

Southern Comfort Fiery Pepper will be available only in the United States initially with global expansion to follow. Each bottle will be presented at 70 proof with a suggested retail price of $16.99 for a 750ml bottle.

About Southern Comfort

Southern Comfort®, a fruit, spice, and whiskey flavored liqueur, was created in New Orleans by bartender M.W. Heron in 1874. Today, it is enjoyed by friends in over 100 countries around the world and continues to grow as an icon brand. Please visit us at www.SouthernComfort.com and facebook.com/southerncomfort.

Please Drink Responsibly.

Spirit Specialty, 15-50% Alc. by Volume, Southern Comfort Company, Louisville, KY ©2011

About Tabasco® Brand Pepper Sauce

Original Tabasco brand pepper sauce was invented by Edmund McIlhenny in 1868 on Avery Island, Louisiana. Today, the iconic sauce is still produced on that very same site, the basic recipe, the process by which it’s made, and the ingredients remain virtually unchanged.

TABASCO® is a registered trademark for sauces and other goods and services; TABASCO, the TABASCO bottle design and label designs are the exclusive property of and licensed by McIlhenny Company,

Avery Island, Louisiana, USA 70513.

http://www.TABASCO.com