Archive for September, 2013

The Whisky Shop “The Macallan 35 year old – Old and Rare is now available to order!” – Scotch Whisky News

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The Macallan 35 year old – Old and Rare is now available to order!

Bottled at a natural cask strength of 46.3% volume. One of only 255 bottles filled from a refill hogshead. Distilled in May 1977 and bottled in April 2013.

Tasting notes

Rich and honeyed aromas with golden syrup and dried apricots followed by melon, mango and a dry, crisp apple note. It has a soft creamy texture and flavours of marshmallow and candied lemons then finishing with a distinctive ash and smoke note complimenting the fruits and adding a bit of spice. A pleasant outdoor dram on Autumn evenings! Tasting notes by Darren Leitch.

Simply click here to buy £899.99

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Ralfy Publishes Whisky Review #394 – American Whiskey News

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www.ralfy.com explores the best-seller bourbon in America with Whisky Review 394 – Wild Turkey 101 bourbon

IRISH DISTILLERS REVEALS VISION FOR THE IRISH WHISKEY CATEGORY AT THE HOUSEWARMING

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IRISH DISTILLERS REVEALS VISION FOR THE IRISH WHISKEY CATEGORY AT THE HOUSEWARMING

Irish Distillers Pernod Ricard – makers of Jameson Irish Whiskey – showcased a raft of new innovations that reaffirm the company’s commitment to the continued global growth of the Irish Whiskey category as it opened the doors of its Midleton Distillery in Co. Cork for The Housewarming last week

Irish Distillers unveiled an expansion of its famed Midleton Distillery as they showcased the new Garden Stillhouse. Demonstrating the importance it places on increasing understanding of the unique properties and provenance of the whiskeys made at the Midleton Distillery, the pioneering company also revealed its new Irish Whiskey Academy and an extensive Irish Whiskey Archive, which provides a thorough history of the Irish whiskey category.

The company also paid special tribute to former Master Distiller, Barry Crockett, who retired earlier this year after an impressive 47 years with the company, by revealing that the distillery’s old Stillhouse has been re-named the ‘Barry Crockett Stillhouse’ in his honour.

Guests were welcomed to the distillery for an afternoon of activities and festivities, including tastings of the company’s comprehensive range of whiskeys – led by members of the Irish Distillers’ production team, including new Master Distiller, Brian Nation, a demonstration from Ger Buckley, Master Cooper, a whiskey Trends Lab and many others. Further entertainment was provided with live music throughout the day and an artisanal food village showcasing the best of Irish food and craft. The event ended in the evening with the Jameson’s Barrelman’s Feast where guests were able to enjoy a variety of performances including a show from a traditional Irish band The Chieftains.

Anna Malmhake, Chairman and CEO of Irish Distillers Pernod Ricard, said: “We’re thrilled to have so many of our friends from across the world with us here at the Midleton Distillery for what has been a very special celebration of Jameson and all of our whiskeys and in particular, the contribution of the many great people who make Irish Distillers Pernod Ricard such an exciting, innovative and fun company to be part of.”

“We are delighted to reveal all the new elements that we have been working hard on here at the Midleton Distillery. We are hopeful that our new Irish Whiskey Academy and Archive will herald a new era of increased understanding of the provenance and quality of Irish Whiskey, which is something the whole team is passionate about, and we hope that it is what everyone who has joined us for the Housewarming takes away from the day.”

For further information about the day’s activities please contact: irishdistillers@rt-com.com

http://www.irishdistillers.ie/

New Arrivals & Back in Stock at K&L California – Whisky News

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Cragganmore 12-year-old Single Malt Whisky 750ml ($45.99)
90-95 points Wine Enthusiast: “The succulent aroma develops with aeration in the sweet forms of barley, cream, light caramel, and a trace of tropical fruit. Palate entry is round, borderline plump, breakfast-cereal sweet, and honeyed; at midpalate, there’s a slightly oily peat smoke. Sweetly concludes with the focus on the malt.” (04/2004) Whisky Advocate: “This oft-overlooked Speysider has been frustratingly variable in the past, but now seems to have hit greater consistency. Worm tubs and weird stills combine to give a complex malt, but one that needs help from oak to blossom fully. There are hedgerow aromas: black currant leaf, hawthorn berries, and lots of honey. A chestnut note continues on the tongue where, on the finish, a hint of smoke lurks. (Vol. 21, #2)” K&L Notes: Barley is naturally a major crop, and the presence of Scotland’s fastest flowing river – together with peat from the uplands to the south – was the reason original Cragganmore owner ‘Big’ John Smith felt that it would be the perfect place for the perfect distillery. And who could argue with his genius? Successive managers of Cragganmore have strived to continue his vision to deliver the sweetest, most complex malt whiskies: fruity, honeyed notes are often found. And many a taster of has talked lyrically of fruitcake and toffee flavours. “One of Speyside’s greats. Elegant and austere. Gradually, almost reluctantly, reveals itself. The most fragrant of whiskies: delicate, herbal, flowery. A palate blossoming with flavours, and a long, lingering, finish.” Michael Jackson, whisky writer and expert.

Laphroaig “Quarter Cask” Islay Single Malt Whisky 750ml ($54.99)
91 points Whisky Advocate: “The whisky begins sweet and creamy, with notes of vanilla, honey, and ripe malt (reminiscent of a malting floor). Then the Laphroaig signature peat smoke, seaweed, tar, and medicinal notes emerge. Bottling at 48% and without chill-filtering keeps the whisky from being dulled down. A whisky that is very dynamic. Nicely done. (Vol. 15, #2)” K&L Notes: Two hundred years ago, malt whisky was carried through Scotland in small casks that were easily transported on the backs of pack horses. As transportation methods improved, Scottish distillers turned to more economical larger casks, which became today’s uniform standard for maturation. Until now. Realizing that using the original small cask maturation process would be an innovative way to add new character. Laphroaig Quarter Cask is handcrafted to deliver a new expression of Laphroaig’s powerful, smoky flavors with smoother, creamier and more complex notes. Laphroaig Quarter Cask is initially matured in American oak bourbon barrels, and then is transferred into new, specially produced quarter-casks for a final seven-to-eight month period. As a result, the maturing spirit receives 30% more contact with wood than other single malts aged in larger, more commonly used barrels. The additional wood influence imparts a very special character to the spirit . The result is a single malt with the unmistakable peat smoke that is so unique to Laphroaig, and a creamy, coconut-like nose with a soft sweetness, a hint of salt.

W. L. Weller 12 year old Bourbon 750ml ($25.99)
Whisky Advocate: “A “wheated” bourbon, meaning that it doesn’t have the spicy rye notes found in a more traditional “ryed” bourbon. A pleasantly sweet, easy-going, well-balanced experience. Creamy vanilla, caramel, candied corn, and ripe berried fruit , along with more subtle notes of glazed orange, cocoa powder, and wood shavings. If I were going to ease a new bourbon drinker into the category, I might pick this one. ” K&L Notes: “From its deep, bronze color to its initial aromas of lanolin, almond oil and creamed corn, this tipple delights! A second sniff highlights the oily grainy quality that’s firm and pungent, this one’s a high-spirited, lusciously toasty, and animated bouquet that has top-notch Bourbon written all over it. The dry, complex, and toasty palate entry is reminiscent of the Centennial 10 Year Old’s. The mid-palate flavor profile is heavily wheated (like Wheat Thins crackers), oily, layer, moderately sweet and sap-like. The finish is long, sweet, oaky, and intensely grainy; follows in the footprints of the legendary Centennial and delivers the goods, all for an unbelievable price.” (Paul Pacult, The Spirit Journal

Scotland – Irish and Blended Scotch

Johnnie Walker Platinum 18 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky 750ml – 11 available ($84.99)

Scotland – Single Malt Scotch

2002 Glen Grant 10 Year Old Gordon & Macphail, Single Malt Whiskey 750ml – 2 available ($45.99)

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

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The Fourth Midlands Whisky Festival! – Scotch Whisky News

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Less than two weeks to go and less than 100 tickets left for the Fourth Midlands Whisky Festival!

Saturday September 28th 
Stourbridge Town Hall

Doors open at 12 pm.
Last pour 4.30 pm

In addition to the usual
excellent range of whiskies available, we’ve added some extra special rare “Dream Drams” for you to enjoy in your commemorative tasting glass.
 
 Standard tickets cost £35 per personFull details onwww.whiskyfest.co.ukWe also have two Masterclasses available:Whisky ambassador for drinks giant Diageo, Colin Dunn, extolling the virtues of  five special drams from Lagavulin (available to all ticket holders for a supplement of £20) and, (drum roll…) just a few Festival VIP tickets at £75 remain offering the only chance to taste examples of Dalmore’s Constellation range in the UK this year.  Presented by Dalmore’s Rare Whisky Director, David Robertson.  The value of the drams in the Masterclass alone greatly exceeds the cost of the VIP ticket, which also gives you early access to the main event, and a range of other goodies! details here

For further information or to reserve tickets email

david@nickollsandperks.co.uk or phone 01384 394518 We look forward to seeing you soon!Kind regards

The Nickolls and Perks Team

10th Anniversary – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2014 – Whisky News

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10th Anniversary – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2014

It’s on its Way…

Please pre-order your copies of Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2014 now….

Ralfy Publishes Whisky Review #393 – American Whiksey News

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www.ralfy.com savours a classic American bourbon moment with Whisky Review 393 – Pappy Van Winkle 20yo Bourbon

GRUPPO CAMPARI BRINGS PACKAGING CAPABILITIES BACK TO THE WILD TURKEY® DISTILLERY WITH NEW US$43 MILLION FACILITY, SPARKING JOBS AND REVENUE FOR COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY – American Whiskey News

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GRUPPO CAMPARI BRINGS PACKAGING CAPABILITIES BACK TO THE  WILD TURKEY® DISTILLERY WITH NEW US$43 MILLION FACILITY, SPARKING JOBS AND REVENUE FOR COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY

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WILD TURKEY® DISTILLERY WITH NEW US$43 MILLION FACILITY, SPARKING JOBS AND REVENUE FOR COMMONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY 

Lawrenceburg, ky (September, 2013)— After a seven year hiatus, bottling of one of the most iconic whiskey brands in the world has flown home.Gruppo Campari (Reuters CPRI.MI – Bloomberg CPR IM) today celebrated the grand opening of its US$43 million Packaging Facility at the famous Wild Turkey® Distillery in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. Commonwealth of Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear and Gruppo Campari CEO Bob Kunze-Concewitz joined Wild Turkey Master Distiller Jimmy Russell to commemorate the opening of the new facility with help from local dignitaries and distillery employees. The Packaging Facility is part of a US$100 million overall investment that the company has made in facility upgrades during a three year time span.

“Kentucky’s Bourbon industry has been growing at a rapid pace, with production of our native spirit up more than 120 percent in the last decade and 5 million barrels currently aging in the Commonwealth,” said Gov. Beshear. “The significant investment Gruppo Campari has made at the Wild Turkey Distillery, including the $43 million Packaging Facility, will not only help grow that number through worldwide expansion of the Bourbon category, but will also create valuable jobs for the people of our great Commonwealth.”

While creating more than sixty new jobs in the area, the facility provides full bottling and packaging capabilities for all of Gruppo Campari’s U.S.-distilled spirits brands, including the Wild Turkey Bourbon line and the company’s largest U.S.-based brand – SKYY® Vodka. Both immediate and long-term benefits of the new facility include cost efficiencies; improved customer service; more efficient and accelerated innovation opportunities; and added production flexibility through in-sourcing the company’s packaging needs.

With more than 145,000 square-feet of space, the Wild Turkey Packaging Facility will initially handle up to four million nine-liter cases of product annually, but has the design capability and capacity to support Gruppo Campari’s North American packaging platform well into the future.  The new Facility immediately addresses the growth of Wild Turkey, Wild Turkey American Honey®, Wild Turkey Spiced®, Wild Turkey Kentucky Spirit, Russell’s Reserve®, Rare Breed® Bourbon, and SKYY Vodka domestically and around the globe.

“After a seven year absence, we are pleased to bring packaging capabilities back to the Wild Turkey Distillery for two of Gruppo Campari’s biggest and fastest growing brands,” said Bob Kunze-Concewitz, CEO of Gruppo Campari. “By owning the full production process for all of our Wild Turkey brands, we can be more nimble in meeting the growing worldwide demand for not only Wild Turkey, but also SKYY Vodka. We thank the Commonwealth of Kentucky for its cooperation in bringing this facility to life.”

“Gruppo Campari’s investment in the Wild Turkey Bourbon brand not only demonstrates their commitment to helping Wild Turkey produce our fine Bourbon and Rye whiskeys, but also to the people of Kentucky through job creation and tax revenue,” said Jimmy Russell, Wild Turkey Master Distiller. “By having full control of our entire production process from distilling and aging to bottling and packaging, we can focus on what really matters: producing the world’s greatest Bourbon.”

Since purchasing the brand in 2009, Gruppo Campari has made significant financial commitments to the distillery’s operations and its employees that have surpassed more than US$100 million. In 2011, the Company unveiled a US$50 million expansion at the distillery, more than doubling the plant’s production capabilities.  This was coupled with the opening of multiple new barrel warehouses over the past several years. In 2014, Wild Turkey will open a new state-of-the-art Visitor Center.

The popularity of Kentucky’s native spirit has exploded worldwide, with demand for Wild Turkey at its highest level in history. The Wild Turkey brand currently sells more than one million nine-liter cases worldwide (IMPACT Databank), with strong growth in the U.S., Australia, Canada, and Japan. Wild Turkey is the sixth largest global Bourbon brand (excluding sales of American Honey). Wild Turkey and SKYY Vodka are both distributed and marketed through Campari America in the US, Canada and Puerto Rico.

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ABOUT GRUPPO CAMPARI
Davide Campari-Milano S.p.A., together with its affiliates (‘Gruppo Campari’), is a major player in the global beverage sector, trading in over 190 nations around the world with leading positions in Europe and the Americas. The Group was founded in 1860 and today is the sixth-largest player worldwide in the premium spirits industry. The Group’s portfolio, with over 50 brands, spans spirits, the core business, wines and soft drinks. Internationally-renowned brands include Aperol, Appleton, Campari, Cinzano, SKYY Vodka and Wild Turkey. Headquartered in Sesto San Giovanni, Italy, Campari owns 16 plants and 4 wineries worldwide and has its own distribution network in 16 countries. The Group employs over 4,000 people. The shares of the parent company, Davide Campari-Milano S.p.A. (Reuters CPRI.MI – Bloomberg CPR IM), are listed on the Italian Stock Exchange since 2001. For more information: http://www.camparigroup.com

What’s New at Park Ave Liquor Shop – Whisky News

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Johnnie Walker: Platinum Label

“From the earliest days of their business, the Walker family and subsequent generations of Master Blenders have crafted exclusive Scotch Whiskies for the directors of their company and for private gatherings – treasured whiskies that have only ever been shared with a select few, at special occasions.

Inspired by this tradition, JOHNNIE WALKER PLATINUM LABEL™ is a supremely rich and full-flavoured 18 year old Scotch Whisky, created for those truly special moments.

JOHNNIE WALKER PLATINUM LABEL is drawn from a limited number of casks, carefully chosen and retained throughout their maturation because of their exceptional character. It is an intense, smooth and subtly smoky blend, crafted from Single Malt and Grain Whiskies, each matured to perfection for a minimum of 18 years.”

Our Price: $110 (750ml)

Please note that we can only include this bottle’s packaging in shipping upon request – which may result in additional fees.

High West: The Barreled Boulevardier

To create the The Barreled Boulevardier, Park City Utah distillery, High West mixes Bourbon with Vya® sweet vermouth and Gran Classico®, a bitter amaro from Switzerland. They marry the mixture in American oak Bourbon barrels where it rests until it reaches perfection. A complex and strong cocktail with a taste bud inspiring interplay between sweet and bitter. Very satisfying.

Our Price: $53 (750ml)

About the name:
Erskine Gwynne, the creator of the Boulevardier Cocktail, moved to Paris and began The Boulevardier, a monthly magazine patterned after The New Yorker, catering to the upper-class expatriate. Its contributors included such luminaries as Joyce, Hemingway, Thomas Wolfe, and Sinclair Lewis. Literally speaking, a Boulevardier was a wealthy and fashionable man who had knowledge of advanced cultural pursuits and frequented Parisian boulevards, New York City, and possibly Park Avenue (Park City!).

Oyo: Michelone Reserve Bourbon

This small-batch whiskey from Ohio pairs Kentucky straight bourbon with their award-winning OYO Whiskey to create a smooth, smoky, and softly sweet bourbon that proudly bears the name of the grandfather who inspired it all. The Michelone Reserve is a flavor-forward blend of sweet yellow corn, soft red winter wheat, dark pumpernickel rye, and two-row barley.

Tasting Notes: “Dark amber color. Aromas of banana, coconut cream pies and toffeed nuts with a supple, fruity medium-to-full body and a sweet cream, dried fruit, honeyed whole nut, incense and baking spices driven finish. A flavorful and elegantly balanced bourbon.” – International Review of Spirits, Beverage Testing Institute

Our Price: $55 (750ml)

Oyo: Whiskey

Oyo’s flagship wheat whiskey is a unique addition to the crowded field of corn-, rye-, and barley-based (blended) dark spirits. Made from 100% Ohio soft red winter wheat, OYO Whiskey is produced and aged in small batches and offers a one-of-a-kind flavor profile distinctive to its Ohio origins. The distillery uses single-source Ohio grains to emphasize regional “terroir,” and barrel-ages the whiskey in white American oak cooperage sealed with beeswax.

Tasting Notes: “Brilliant amber color. Aromas of fruit pastry dough, nougat, suede and buttercream with a supple dry-yet-fruity medium body and a graceful refrain of spiced nuts, dried cherry, wheat bread, and baking spices on the finish. An elegantly styled whisky for sipping or cocktails.” — International Review of Spirits, Beverage Testing Institute

Our Price: $55 (750ml)

Tatoosh: Bourbon

Tatoosh Bourbon, aged for three years, and is based on a Southern family moonshine recipe enhanced with glacial water from the Cascade Mountains. It has a winter wheat light amber color with red highlights in the glass.

First Impression: Rather aromatic, full barley notes, leather, apricots, and slight citrus, with barrel char and light vanilla notes.

Taste: Quite a bit different from the nose. Strong char and a ‘cowboy style’ start to it. Upon swirl, rapid onset of wood char notes, some spiciness, with papaya, citrus, and vanilla oak notes. Medium mouth feel, with some bite to it. Nice drying finish is quite long with slight lingering and tingling to the tongue and lips.

Let us just mention in conclusion that their website states, “We Make Damn Great Whiskey.”

Our Price: $38 (750ml)

Michter’s: US-1 Sour Mash

Here’s one not enough people know about.

December 2012 marked the first release of Michter’s Original US*1 Sour Mash Whiskey in 23 years. It’s made according to the traditional sour mash whiskey making process whereby some previously fermented mash is used as the starter for the new mash to be fermented. Typically in most sour mash whiskeys, this “setback” from the prior fermentation accounts for about 10 to 20 percent of the new mash to be fermented. More than just a sour mash process whiskey, Michter’s Original US*1 Sour Mash is made from a special selection of grains, barrel aged, and later on filtered according to the exacting Michter’s standards. Michter’s US*1 Small-Batch Original Sour Mash Whiskey has notes of dried fruits (particularly strawberries and oranges), herbal tea and a hint of roasted nuts. The finish, which lingers, is slightly bitter and has a touch of pine needles, along with notes of roasted coffee and oak.
Our Price: $46 (750ml)

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These are just a taste of some exciting new bottlings that have arrived at our store. Please contact us with any questions you might have and know that due to ever-changing inventory – we cannot guarantee availability. Pricing subject to change at any time. Oh, and we promise to not be such strangers.

BOOK NOW FOR CHRISTMAS at Whiski Bar – Scotch Whisky News

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Is it too early to think about the Xmas lunch or dinner ?We have two venues this year to choose from- both WHISKI Bar and WHISKI Rooms would love to welcome you and ensure you have a great festive time. 
Please see our Xmas menus here and get in touch to book you party time. 


WHISKI’s Xmas Menu

Whiski Logo-Black_verysmallCall us on 0131-556-3095 to book WHISKI on the  Royal Mile for your Christmas celebration.View WHISKI’s Xmas Menu here

WHISKI Rooms Xmas Menu

whiski-rooms-Gold-Logo-webCall us on 0131 225 7224 to book WHISKI Rooms overlooking the Mound for your festive celebration.View WHISKI Rooms Xmas Menu here 


Hope to see you in WHISKI or WHISKI Rooms soon.Best Regards from all at  WHISKI Bar and WHISKI Rooms

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