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If you’re a regular reader of this email, you know that we always try to feature a rare and hard to find whisky, or a whisky at a great price. This weeks feature is a wonderful whisky at a spectacular price: Tomintoul 16YO Speyside Single Malt Whisky.

In the middle of the last century it took more than a year to find the purest of water sources for use in the malt whisky making process. Finally, the search located the Ballantruan Spring, an exceptional source of the purest of waters nestling in the Cromdale Hills.

The quest over, Tomintoul Distillery was built close to the Ballantruan Spring and adjacent to the majestic River Avon, located near to the village of Tomintoul, the highest village in the Highlands of Scotland on the prestigious Glenlivet Estate at the heart of the Speyside region. Tomintoul Distillery has been owned by Angus Dundee Distillers since 2000.

The natural environment, high altitude, pure air and the exclusive use of the outstanding quality of water from the Ballantruan Spring, combine to enhance the superb quality of Tomintoul Speyside Glenlivet Single Malt.

Tomintoul single malt whisky is a testament to the whisky’s master distiller, Robert Fleming, whose family has been making whisky in the Speyside Glenlivet region for four generations.

Fortunately for us, our man Nicky The Neck grew up “summering in Speyside”, where he spent a considerable amount of time rafting down the Avon River.

And so we are able to offer you Tomintoul 16YO at the unheard of price of $49.95/ bottle. But act fast, we have a limited inventory at this price, and once it’s gone…

Until next week…I wish you high spirits!

Doug Stone
Founder
ForWhiskeyLovers.com

TOMINTOUL 16YO SPEYSIDE SINGLE MALT WHISKY

TOMINTOUL 16 DISTILLER’S TASTING NOTES

COLOR: Rich, amber, golden color.

NOSE: Good malty nose, soft and gentle, but with subtle hints of smokiness. Hints of hazelnut and candied peel

BODY:Round, soft, gentle,

TASTE: elegant palate with some sweetness and smokiness, nutty with spicy overtones.
FINISH: Elegant, soft, gentle finish with spicy finale.

A superior Whisky which will delight on any occasion.

Charlottesville’s Popular CVILLE Newspaper Features the Virginia Distillery Co.

Click for the full story of the Virginia Distillery Company and the emerging craft distillery movement here in Central Virginia. We are excited to join the many vineyards and breweries that enhance our region’s reputation for artisan products and make it a prime tourist destination.

Virginia Distillery Company
299 Eades Lane P.O. Box 509 Lovingston,
VA 22949
info@vadistillery.com
http://www.vadistillery.com/

www.ralfy.com asks  – when is a Distillery not a Distillery? Answer is – when it relegated to the role of  museum . . . which is what you will learn in Whisky Review 340 – Dallas Dhu 24yo (Cadenhead)

Dubai Celebrates the Sport of Kings at The Royal Salute Nations Cup

Meadowside Blending Co.Ltd. announce new UK distribution partnership with Forth Wines Ltd.

Glasgow based Independent bottlers Meadowside Blending, are delighted to announce Forth Wines Ltd will be their sole distributor for their Maltman single cask, single malt whiskies in the United Kingdom.

Forth’s Managing Director George Thomson is happy with this addition to their extensive portfolio.

Meadowside Blendings Director Andrew Hart said “We are delighted to have Forth Wines supporting us and look forward to a successful partnership. Previously The Maltman has been sold exclusively for export, and we have been looking at the home market for some time. Working with a company of the high calibre of Forth Wines gives us a perfect platform to launch our brand in the UK,and we are confident it will be well received.”

The initial UK launch will include bottlings such as:

Mortlach 14 year old bourbon cask 46%
Benriness 18 year old bourbon cask 46%
Bunnahabhain 10 year old sherry cask 46%
Tobermory 16 year old sherry cask 46%
Dalmore 15 year old sherry finish 46%
Glentachers 15 year old bourbon cask 46%

For sales inquiries, please contact Claire Cameron on  claire.cameron@forthwines.com  direct dial no 01577 866004

Bondeau opens doors to World Distillers in UK market

Bondeau are pleased to announce our joint initiative with Dominic Roskrow.

Our aim is to help world distillers, specifically craft distillers, become more accessible to UK consumers through the Bondeau platform.  Our part in this will be to provide the e-commerce platform, the logistics, bonded warehousing in the UK and to handle UK tax and duty, whilst Dominic will be working with the distilleries on their ranges and various other PR activities.  The initiative will also offer other marketing and events services.

This initiative will provide world distillers with an alternative route to market, as ‘Bondeau is not a retailer’.  We provide a framework which allows brand owners to reach consumers in the UK market, and at a fair price, without the costs on their part.  It also allows UK consumers access to fabulous whiskies and spirits from various locations in the world.

For further information visit our website: http://www.bondeau.com/ and fill out the contact form.

Scotland – Single Malt Scotch

• PC10 – Port Charlotte “Tro Na Linntean” Single Malt Whisky 750ml – 1 available ($149.99)

• Port Charlotte 10 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 750ml – 3 available ($59.99)

United States – Bourbon and Rye

• Bulleit 10 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey 750ml – 9 available ($44.99)

Scotland – Single Malt Scotch

• Balvenie 12 year old Doublewood Single Malt Whisky 750ml (Previously $46) ($43.99)

United States – Bourbon and Rye

• Old Fitzgerald 100 pf Bottled in Bond Bourbon 750ml – 12 available ($14.99)

• Rittenhouse Rye 100 Proof, Bottled in Bond 750ml (1 bottle limit) ($23.99)

• Tuthilltown Hudson Baby Bourbon (375ml) – 9 available ($42.99)

K&L Wine Merchants
http://www.klwines.com/
Phone: 877-KLWines (toll free 877-559-4637)
Email: wine@klwines.com
San Francisco, Redwood City, Hollywood CA

Tasting Laphroaig 25 year old is a rare opportunity made more attractive when Dan Volway, Spirits Ambassador from Beam Global walks us through this nectar of Islay and the history of the distillery and nature of Islay itself. Just like a top quality concert, there will be a few warm up whiskys just to get you ready for the main event.

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Chivas toasts Chivalry this ‘Valentine’s Day’

Chivas Deluxe Scotch Whisky is rejuvenating Valentine’s Day this year, calling all men to embrace Chivalry as a celebration of gentlemanly behaviour.

Brothers John and James Chivas founded Chivas Brothers grocery store in 1801, satisfying the fine tastes of the
aristocracy of the Highlands with luxurious products and unparalleled service. Among their noble following, Queen
Victoria, took heed of their chivalrous approach, and awarded the Chivas brothers the Royal Warrant.

In the same chivalrous spirit, Chivas plans to reignite classically gallant, honourable acts this year, with a few simple steps this Valentine’s Day.

A Guide to Chivalry on Valentine’s Day

1. The Tell-tale act of chivalry, the ‘Classic’: Holding open the door for your female acquaintance
2. Don’t let technology rule: Turn off your phone or any other device that could interrupt your date
3. Stand up for what you believe in: Always offer your seat up to a woman or anyone who might have a greater need
for it
4. Wrapped up warm: Offer your coat or jacket to the ladies
5. Raindrops shouldn’t fall on your head: carry the umbrella, not always easy, but always chivalrous
6. Ladies first: Always serve any female guests first, whether it be food or drink
7. Be interested: Listen, ask questions, show an interest in what she has to say!
8. The cliché: Flowers. Always flowers!

For 14th February, toast to the resurgence of chivalry with Chivas 12 Year Old in any number of ways, as below.

Chivas 12 Year Old: £35 at The Whisky Shop

Enjoy Chivas 12 Year Old either on the rocks for a sophisticated balanced dram, or as a simple cocktail:

The Little Green Apple:
Named after a Frank Sinatra song, this delicious and simple cocktail is perfect for those who love a refreshing whisky, or
for those new to the taste of Scotch.

Ingredients:
50ml Chivas 12 Year Old
10ml Monin Cinnamon Syrup
Top up with Apple Juice
Serve over ice
Method: blend ingredients together in tumbler glass

Chivas Peach and Green Tea:
A long drink, blending Chivas 12 Year Old with green tea – a superb blend of eastern flavours meeting the distinctive
floral whisky characteristics.

Ingredients:
35ml Chivas 12
5ml lemon juice
5ml vanilla syrup
5-6 Mint leaves
Method: blend ingredients together in a highball tumbler glass then top up with firefly peach and green tea, serve over
ice and garnish with a mint leaf

The Chivas Regal range of whiskies can be found in The Whisky Shop’s new flagship store, London Piccadilly, plus all
good drinks retailers (RRPs as listed above). www.whiskyshop.com

Chivas Regal is a truly global brand, selling 4.6 million 9L cases annually in more than 150 countries across Europe, Asia Pacific and Americas. In the UK, Chivas is one of Pernod Ricard’s key brands. It was at the beginning of the 19th Century that blending pioneers James and John Chivas, two brothers from Aberdeen in Scotland, first combined different matured whiskies to create a unique ‘house’ character, setting a standard that would be handed down through the generations. In 1909, Chivas Brothers made distilling history by creating the world’s first luxury Scotch whisky – a 25 year old blend called Chivas Regal. This sophisticated whisky took America by storm and went on to become an international legend. Today, the Chivas Regal range is the epitome of style, substance and exclusivity and includes Chivas Regal 12, 18 and 25 Year Old.

For further information:

Chivas UK Facebook page (facebook.com/chivasregaluk).

Chivas Brothers is the Scotch whisky and premium gin business of Pernod Ricard – the world’s co-leader in wine and
spirits. Chivas Brothers is the global leader in luxury Scotch whisky and premium gin. Its portfolio includes Chivas Regal, Ballantine’s, Beefeater Gin, The Glenlivet, Royal Salute, Aberlour, Plymouth Gin, Longmorn, Scapa, 100 Pipers, ClanCampbell, Something Special and Passport.

For further information www.chivasbrothers.com

Don’t follow the crowd this Valentine’s Day, break the mould and celebrate Ballantine’s Day instead! 

Express your true feelings with the Ballantine’s Day Love Stories app, where you can relive your first encounter and share your own Love Story with that special someone.

http://stories.ballantines.com/gallery/index.html 

The new app, available online and on mobiles and tablets, allows people to detail their individual love stories and describe their first impression of each other in a storyboard format which can be shared via social media and on the website’s stream of Love Stories. 

Ballantine’s, Europe’s No 1 Scotch whisky, has created the Love Stories app to encourage consumers to create an individual piece of art and leave an impression on their loved one. 

So why not try it out and surprise your loved one this Ballantine’s Day?