A rare survivor.

Alfred Barnard’s booklet on Pattison’s and the Glenfarclas Distillery. 

Two copies only known.

Alfred Barnard wrote for Pattison’s and their then partners the Glenfarclas Distillery sometime around 1896. About that time Barnard wrote 6 of these promotional pamphlets for different whisky companies.  This is one of the rarest.  So far as we can establish (and we have done some digging) only 2 copies are known.  We were able to find one in pristine condition, scan it and now plan to republish this with a new Introduction.  It’s also the most substantial of any of the pamphlets (80 pages in length) and the most extravagant, not only for the claims he makes for Pattison’s (who were shortly to go spectacularly bust) but for the many fascinating illustrations. 

This is an irreplaceable and very rare piece of whisky literature which would grace any library on the subject.

Limited Edition facsimile reprint in edition of 100 copies only, with new Introduction. 150gsm white silk coated paper with 350gsm white silk coated board PUR bound.

Price:  £35 including ‘Signed For’ delivery – UK only (£40 International)

Expect to be shipping copies during early September 2013.

July Outturn: New Drams Please!  
Here they are, 14 world-ranking whiskies to help you savour every last drop of British Summertime. 15 to love would have been a more ace score – but only 14 made it past the discerning noses of the Tasting Panel. So by our rules, only 14 were good enough. It’s over to you to find your perfect match and serve: there’s a lot to love.

July Offers: Playing by Our Own Rules

Grand Slam TRIO: 76.103, 64.47 & 29.138 for £179
76.103  An ‘Old Fashioned’ in a traditional barber shop
64.47  A firecracker!
29.138  Hospitals, hearths and headlands
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Doubles Game PAIR: 9.72 & 76.103 for £125
9.72  Lockets Honey and Lemon Lozenges
76.103  An ‘Old Fashioned’ in a traditional barber shop
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July CASE Offer: 4.177, 48.37, G1.11, 3.204 
9.72 & 76.103 for £329
4.177  In a Japanese garden
48.37  Real Old Fashioned Lemonade
G1.11  Iced mulled wine and Sorrento Limoncello
3.204  A 1950’s seaside scene
9.72  Lockets Honey and Lemon Lozenges
76.103  An ‘Old Fashioned’ in a traditional barber shop
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*76.103 is exclusive to our July offers
*64.47 is exclusive to our July Trio

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, The Vaults, 87 Giles Street, Leith EH6 6BZ Contact: sales@smws.com or call 0131 555 2929 (Mon-Fri 9am-4.45pm). Visit the Society at http://www.smws.co.uk/memberships for your chance to join and to take advantage of their great offers.

Old Pulteney Maritime Malts Available at Mora’s Fine Wine & Spirits (E. Setauket, New York)

The Old Pulteney distillery in Wick is one of the most northerly distilleries on the Scottish mainland. It is a windswept location, where the uncompromising landscape of the Highlands meets the North Sea, and the waves crash against the granite walls of the harbor. The extreme location and unique stills have resulted in a distinctive flavor, bursting with the power and subtlety of the sea. It is the Genuine Maritime Malt.

Old Pulteney 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch 92 Proof – $152.99 (5 bottles in stock)

“Old Pulteney 21 Year Old has been voted 2012 World Whisky of the Year by the prestigious ‘Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible.’ Scoring a record-equalling 97.5 points out of 100, it is only the third time that a single malt has ever won the prestigious award, and we are just the second Scottish distillery to do so. As with the 17-year-old, with this expression we marry together Old Pulteney matured in ex-bourbon wood with spirit from ex-sherry wood casks. The crucial difference, however, is that the ex-sherry wood in this case is made from American Oak (mostly Fino sherries). This adds yet another layer of complexity, depth and character to this truly superb malt whisky.” -The Distillery

Old Pulteney 17 Year Old Single Malt Scotch 92 Proof – $95.99 (13 bottles in stock)

“Our 17-year-old predominantly features ex-bourbon maturation, with the addition of spirit that has been wholly matured in Spanish wood ex-sherry casks, predominantly Pedro Ximenez and Oloroso. This adds a subtle depth and complexity to the whisky, making for an outstanding after-dinner drink. Red amber color with a rich autumnal hue. Sweet on the nose with traces of apples and pears: slightly woody with a hint of butterscotch. Full bodied, with hints of vanilla and floral notes in the background; a long-lasting memorable finish.” -The Distillery

Old Pulteney 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch 86 Proof – $35.99

“Matured wholly in air-dried, hand-selected ex-bourbon casks, the ‘unashamedly excellent’ Old Pulteney 12-years-old is the definitive expression in the Old Pulteney family. Traditionally crafted using techniques that other distillers have long abandoned, this winner of numerous gold medals at the most prestigious international competitions is a high water-mark of quality spirits. Deep amber color with a slight pink hue. Medium to high aromatic intensity, dry with a hint of sea air. Dry, medium bodied and smooth with a clean finish: faintly salty with a slight sherry note.” -The Distillery

Mora’s Fine Wine & Spirits

www.moraswines.com

631-941-4458

sev.clemens@moraswines.com

What began as a simple idea less than 12 months ago, the De Vere Collection of exclusive Whisky editions is already receiving multiple awards and accolades in international events.

As a distributor for many ultra premium brands, the Company made a decision to launch its own range of blended and rare single cask edition Whisky’s in 2012.

Creating your own brands, selecting bottles, labels, packaging designs and setting out a marketing strategy normally requires substantial time for any new brands. Incredibly this new range is already produced and on sale within Asia and
being met with great enthusiasm by clients.

Sourced from many of the most iconic distilleries in Scotland, the Series One Whisky editions include a 14 year old Highland blend, winner of the Gold medal followed by specially selected single cask versions including a 26 year old Linkwood, a 35 year old Glenlivet , a 35 year old rare Glenturret, winner of another Gold medal and finally a 40 year old Glen Grant.

The Company is committed to launching new and even older editions of Whisky during 2013 and is very proud to have received these prestigious awards. Mr. William Potts, Chairman of the Company stated; “ Our primary goal is to offer clients exceptional products and the series one editions seems to have been right on the button in this regard. Starting new brands is never easy but I am very proud that we were able to complete this mammoth task in such a short timescale and thank everyone involved for their efforts in bringing everything to fruition”.

All tasting notes for the Whisky were compiled by Mr. Dominic Roscrow. Full details are available at the Company website: www.devere-fws.com.

Further information is also available on Facebook

STRATHEARN DISTILLERY

Paul McLean was talking to Tony Reeman – Clark.  A totally new distillery for Perthshire, just 20 minutes from MCLEANSCOTLAND/angels whisky club offices. Paul McLean went along to meet the team and see what they have on offer …
Once there Paul was shown around by Tony Reeman – Clark, Director.

A few questions while touring the site – didnee take long! What will be the annual volume of whisky? Tony; around 20,000 litres.

Paul; is that all! Tony; aye, the plans are small but quality distilling, we aim only to use octave casks (approx. 70 bottles worth per cask) and most of these we see selling to private buyers – in fact Angels are looking at obtaining one! We will also produce and market our own Gin.

Paul; so when do you expect the first dram to be ready? Tony; lets say 3 years, maybe September 2016. ALL casks will be cask strength approx. 64%. A light unpeated dram, or we may offer a lightly peated version. Our barley and water are local, we use brewer’s yeast, angels share in our casks will be around 6% annually. We will also have 30 litre casks further down the line.

Paul; why did you do it? “Tony; it was one of those conversations (with David Lang, fellow Director and David Wight our Brand Ambassador), we all had the same ideas and well, it happened!”

Paul; Why Perthshire? Tony; we also looked at Falkirk, Stirling and even the old Rosebank distillery. I was here on a corporate team building experience and saw the empty buildings, the rest as they say is history! Might I add, Perth & Kinross Council went out of their way to assist us, really helpful and we wish to express our thanks.

Paul; I was amazed when I saw the stills and the actual size of the “distillery”! Tony; we like to think we are “pushing the whisky boundaries”. Aye it is small, a micro distillery, but good things come in small packages.

Paul; we can bring our guests here for a tour and taste you say? Tony; yes, pre booked is not a problem, we would welcome your guests anytime, in fact, we can also offer whisky experiences for 1 – 5 days, assisting us making the water of life! Note; full details from Paul at mcleanscotland.

Paul; have you completed the label design and bottle shape? Tony; we have most of this ready, just still to decide on end colours – Paul saw these designs, was impressed, the branding will include the Kite design.

Tony; all bottles will be labelled and bottled by hand, with a directors signature on each one, numbered and cask number.

Chatting further on the casks; with a really good selling cost, these casks are good value, a good investment and a grand way for individuals and small whisky clubs to obtain some unique bottlings. Obviously these casks will need remain here 3 years minimum, but 50 at least are already pre sold, so get in there sharpish! So what finishes are available? Sherry, port and others to follow. Now here’s an idea; get together with family of friends, maybe buy two casks, upon maturity, bottle maybe half from each cask, then blend the remainder from each cask, giving you yet another whisky! By this method, say a sherry and a port finish, plus the blend of the two gives you 3 different whiskies! Dram-tastic!

Some wee notes; Strathearn is now probably the smallest distillery in Scotland. Later, a maltings may be added to the site. The brainchild of Tony and two Davids (David Lang and David Wight). Based in a 160 year old farm building, in addition to whisky, a Caledonia Classic gin

http://www.mcleanscotland.com/  http://www.angelswhiskyclub.com/  http://www.strathearndistillery.com/

Pipes & Drams. Once again a fantastic blend of pipes and drams, this time up in Forres, Moray in the Scottish highlands.  2013 European Pipe Band Championships The event sponsors are Forres’ own Benromach Whisky . Over 100 pipe bands from all over Europe competed in the natural amphitheatre of Grant Park, a beautiful highland setting.

 Paul and Dave drove up on the Friday 28 June, evening from Perth, staying in Elgin – a dangerous thing, as their hotel had over 100 whiskies behind the bar! Afraid not enough time to sample them all, but some notables were BeRiach, Glendronach, Oban, Ardbeg and a very nice wee Caol Ila 12 years. Fresh Islay whisky –  complex flavour, a fruity nose, salty and a peaty kickback. Favourite of the Friday night.

Saturday, “headed doon the road to Forres into the event grounds, as they do, made right for the Benromach”,  as Paul said;  “Benromach Cask Strength Distilled 2002, Strength 60.3%  Matured in first fill Bourbon barrels, bottled at cask strength and unchillfiltered, a burst of black pepper, white chocolate and hints of lime zest. We allowed it to slide doon! Benromach 30 Years Old, Strength 43%  Matured in first fill and refill Sherry casks. Single Malt from Speyside’s smallest working distillery. This was awarded the Best Single Malt Scotch Whisky 28-34 Years (Multiple Casks), scoring 95.5 points out of 100, in Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2012 (but then again, everyone knows what I think about Jimmie’s book!). Dave and myself loved this one”.

“Back to the piping; great bands on of all grades, even a band From Oman and another from Australia (er, are they in Europe?), overall winners grade 1; Field Marshall Montgomery from Ireland. Re  – enter the drams! And I may say a few good real alebeers!” Paul.

Saturday at the hotel; eventually reached our hotel, could we manage another dram? Daft question really. But first we headed the wee way to the Highlander Inn, so many whiskies here, spolit for choice.

Sunday, sleep in late (9.30) before heading back to Perth, good trip!  See all the bands – and more – at Glasgow 3^rd Saturday in August for the World pipe band champs!

Paul and Dave represented Angels whisky club at Forres.  www.angelswhiskyclub.com   www.mcleanscotland.com

A blend of whisky and golf.

Two American couples for a Scottish tour of golf and whisky, a fine blend to be enjoyed here in Scotland. Starting with Oban and Tobermory  distilleries, Tobermory golf course, Paul then set about collecting the special Maclean 18 year old Adelphi (Tobermory) whisky at Duart Castle, moving on later to Ballachulish, to Dragons Tooth golf course.  On the way east to Inverness came the Ben Nevis distillery and a tasting at Spean Bridge woollen mill (whisky shop), ending the day at Inverness, where once again the nectar was sampled in the local pubs.

Golf at Nairn next day for the 4 golfers while Paul called into Benromach and Dallas Dhu.  News that Benromach will increase production tempted Paul to call in, no new stills but aye, production rising this family owned distillery is doing really well and increasing supply due to demand. The also were the majo sponsor of the European Pipe Band Championships in Forres, end of June 2013,  G&M/Benromach single malt. By the way, we attended that one also, grand whisky!

Dallas Dhu, owned by Historic Scotland; we have all seen the PR about reopening and re starting distilling, chatting to the manager, no firm agreement has yet made, they are still in the “shall we or won’t we” meetings and financial reports.

As the guests were not dining with us (Paul and Liz in Inverness) we gave them a bottle of mcleanscotland SPECIALLY BOTTLED Mortlach to enjoy!

Paul and Liz departed this tour once St Andrews was reached, nae more whisky for a while, though Lynn and Jim will be going for a day visit to Edinburgh – whisky experience included.

A brief encounter with golf for the angels!

www.mcleanscotland.com

www.angelswhiskyclub.com

AUCHENTOSHAN PRESENTS…The Taste Experiments

Masterclasses that explore taste through

scientific experiments in whisky, cocktails and food

This summer Auchentoshan, Scotland’s only triple distilled Single Malt Scotch Whisky is focusing on taste with a series of masterclasses – The Taste Experiments. The events, which aim to add something unique and unusual to a traditional whisky tasting, have been created by cocktail genius Ryan Chetiyawardana (AKA Mr Lyan), coffee & taste experts DunneFrankowski and food experimentalists Rebel Dining Society, with expertise and guidance from Auchentoshan Master Blender and chemist Rachel Barrie. The masterclasses, which will take place in London on 23-25^th July (with more dates to be confirmed), will take consumers on a journey: First, an education into taste and flavour; Second, how to taste whisky and customise cocktails and thirdly investigating fermentation, distillation and maturation through food.

Consumers will be able to sample amazing cocktails created by the guru Ryan Chetiyawardana (AKA Mr Lyan) each of which will complement different taste profiles. Consumers will be able to experiment and customise the cocktails to their own palate using pipettes of sweet, sour and bitters. One of the creations, the Auchentoshan Classic Julep stands alone as a summer punch cocktail that can be made at home or in the on trade.  This short, fresh serve complements the bright zesty notes of Auchentoshan Classic with fresh mint and floral elderflower liqueur. An ideal cocktail for summer parties the Julep can be served in glass pitchers or from behind the bar in ornate punch bowls.

Auchentoshan Brand Manager, Jennifer Meenan, commented on the series, “The Taste Experiments tap into a growing thirst for experiences that combine the powers of science and imagination. Through this balance of science, craft, fun and flavours the events will provide a greater understanding of how to appreciate and enjoy Auchentoshan Single Malt Scotch Whisky.” 

Auchentoshan Classic Julep

This short, fresh serve complements the bright zesty notes of Auchentoshan Classic with fresh mint and floral elderflower liqueur. As the drink dilutes, the vanilla notes of the whisky will begin to unfold.

Ingredients:

1 bottle Auchentoshan Classic

2 bunches mint

40g demerara sugar

200ml St German Elderflower Liqueur

Grapefruit zest

Method:

Take 1 bottle of Auchentoshan Classic, 2 bunches of mint (stems up), demerara sugar and St Germain Elderflower liqueur and mix together in a tall jug. Stir to dissolve the sugar, being careful not to tear the mint. Place in the fridge for 2 hours, along with some small cups (ideally pewter or metal).

After two hours, strain off the mint. Fill each cup with cracked ice, add 50ml

of the mix. Churn, then fill with more ice. Garnish with a zest of grapefruit and a large sprig of mint.

For more information visit www.facebook.com/auchentoshan

Notes:

Auchentoshan Classic available in: Asda, Tesco and Waitrose starting at £27 a bottle.

Also available from all good online stockists.

Rachel Barrie

Rachel Barrie is one of a mere handful of female Master Blenders in the world.

After achieving a 1^st class Honours degree in Chemistry from Edinburgh University, Rachel’s career began in 1991 as a Research Scientist at the Scotch Whisky Research Institute. In 2011, after twenty years in the whisky industry, Rachel joined Morrison Bowmore Distillers as their Master Blender where she influences new product development as well as managing spirit quality operations. Over her 22 year career in Scotch whisky, Rachel has sampled in excess of 120,000 casks, assessing whisky from more than 80 malt distilleries. This intimate knowledge of the diverse range of malt whiskies led to her managing the whisky stocks and cask selection for the Scotch Malt Whisky Society between 2008 and 2011.

Ryan Chetiyawardana

Ryan Chetiyawardana is an expert on flavour and taste perception, award winning bartender and pioneer within the drinks scene. He has run some of the best bars in the UK over the last ten years and has consulted on several projects around the world. He can now be found as Mr Lyan, with pop-ups in London and further afield and with a permanent space soon to open which will host some of the finest bartenders and creative collaborators from the UK.

DunneFrankowski

DunneFrankowski are a creative coffee consultancy who use coffee to connect to other industries. They host workshops and talks on the fundamental understanding of taste as well as tailored coffee training classes. They have a concept coffee bar in Shoreditch within the digital agency Protein and about to open their second with Sharps Barbers in central London.

Auchentoshan – The Modern Classic

–          A traditional and authentic single malt, distilled three times and matured in the finest wood

–          A whisky produced with passion and enriched with heritage

–          Favours the classic but with a nod to the contemporary

–          It’s a combination of two worlds; old and new

–          It’s a throwback to the future

–          It’s style not fashion

–          The very best of the past with the very best of the present…

As Glasgow’s closest Distillery, Auchentoshan is truly unique as it is the only distillery to use a third still in the whisky making process. It means Auchentoshan is the only Single Malt Scotch whisky to triple distil every single drop. This third distillation takes the new spirit to 81.5% ABV (not 70% which is achieved through only distilling twice) making it the highest distillate of any Scottish distillery. The result is a light and delicate single malt of unmistakable smoothness.

Awards 2011

IWSC

* Gold Medal, 1975 Bourbon

* Best in Class Silver, 18YO

* Best in Class Silver, Classic

International Spirits Challenge

* Silver Medal, Valinch

* Silver Medal, Three Wood

Scottish Design Awards

* Best Packaging – Auchentoshan Travel Retail Award

Awards 2012

San Francisco Spirits Competition

* Double Gold Medal, Three Wood

* Silver Medal, Classic

* Silver Medal, 12YO

World Whiskies Awards:

* Best Lowland – Auchentoshan 1999 Wine Matured

Ultimate Spirits Challenge:

* 94 points/Excellent-Highly Recommended  – Auchentoshan Three Wood

Ultimate Cocktail Challenge:

* Chairman’s Trophy – Best Scotch Whisky in a classic Rusty Nail cocktail – Auchentoshan Three Wood

NEW The Devil’s Punch Bowl
Chapter II ANGELS & DEVILS

Chapter II of The Devil’s Punch Bowl is a true contrast of light & shade hence the title ‘Angels & Devils’. The 1997 and 1998 hogsheads chosen provide the foundation for this whisky and add rich and satisfying depth.

Tasting Notes:
Nose: Dried fruits, light spice and cigar box
Palate: Dark chocolate and butterscotch
Finish: Fresh citrus, Earthy, light twist of smoke

Limited Stock Available
666 bottles for UK only!

BUY NOW – £70.99

GlenDronach releases latest batch of its single cask bottlings

GLENDRONACH has today, 5 July, released Batch 8 of its renowned single cask bottlings.

Selected by Master Blender Billy Walker, this latest batch from the award-winning Aberdeenshire distillery was filled in May and all eight expressions are available as of today.

The eight, ranging from 42 to 10 years old, share GlenDronach’s typically luxurious, richly-sherried and fruity characteristics, with waves of delightful eucalyptus, plums, damsons, sweet chocolate, almonds…even toffee-drenched raisins and red chilli!

One of the eight is an aspiring youngster – the new kid on the block is a zesty 10 year old from cask 1988. On the nose, white pepper and cinnamon. On the palate, treacle-covered ripe autumn fruits, fresh mint and toasted nuts. An unusual but hugely appealing young Highland malt to savour while relaxing in a sun-lounger this year!

The cask details are:

1971 cask # 1246 / 42 years old / Pedro Ximenez Sherry Puncheon / 44.6%vol

1990 cask # 2971 / 22 years old / Pedro Ximenez Sherry Puncheon / 50.8%vol

1991 cask # 5409 / 21 years old / Pedro Ximenez Sherry Puncheon / 49.8%vol

1992 cask # 145 / 21 years old / Oloroso Sherry Butt / 58.1%vol

1993 cask # 3 / 20 years old / Oloroso Sherry Butt / 52.9%vol

1994 cask # 101 / 19 years old / Oloroso Sherry Butt / 58.4%vol

1996 cask # 1490 / 17 years old / Pedro Ximenez Sherry Puncheon / 53.1%vol

2002 cask # 1988 / 10 years old / Pedro Ximenez Sherry Puncheon / 55.6%vol

Keep an eye on our website and Facebook page over the coming weeks for more information on these new releases, tasting notes and exclusive product photography.

If you would like to receive more information regarding the new releases, please contact us on info@glendronachdistillery.co.uk