Some of the best tasting whiskies fit for any budget – we have something for everyone right here at Loch Fyne Whiskies!

North British 1989 Carn Mor Black and Gold 24 year old.
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Highland Park 1989 Carn Mor Black and Gold 24 year old.
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Glenrothes 1989 Black and Gold Carn Mor 24 year old.
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Glen Keith Signatory 1992 21 year old.
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Arran 18 year old Old Malt Cask Selection.
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Bunnahabhain Signatory 2002 11 year old.
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Glengoyne 10 year old 40% Alc

Beam Suntory To Begin Distributing Suntory Whisky Brands In The United States And Germany Beginning July 1

Deerfield, Illinois, June 2014 – Beam Suntory Inc., one of the world’s leading spirits companies, today announced that it will begin distribution of the Suntory Japanese and Scotch whiskies and Midori liqueur in the United States and Germany beginning July 1st.

In both markets, distribution of brands including Yamazaki, Hakushu and Hibiki Japanese whisky, Bowmore and Auchentoshan single-malt Scotch whisky, and Midori will transition from current third-party distribution arrangements to the company’s own routes to market. As the company’s brands are already distributed together in Japan, the Beam Suntory portfolio will now be combined in markets representing more than 70% of the company’s total net sales.

“This is an important milestone in the integration of the Beam Suntory spirits portfolio,” said Matt Shattock, chairman and CEO of Beam Suntory. “Our sales force and distributors in the important U.S. and Germany markets are excited to begin selling these growing, high-quality premium Japanese and Scotch whiskies, as well as the dynamic Midori brand.  And our Beam Suntory marketing team is gearing up to help further build these brands and expand consumer demand. We see the opportunity to build a global Japanese whisky category in the years ahead, and this is the first step.”

The U.S. and Germany mark the first route-to-market transitions since the acquisition of Beam by Suntory Holdings, which was completed on April 30th. “We thank Campari for its distribution support and stewardship of the Suntory brands in the U.S. and Germany over the years,” Shattock added. 

Further route-to-market integration is expected to be completed later this year.

The 2014 Feis Ile Douglas Of Drumlanrig Caol Ila 5 year old bottling is now available to order – only while stocks last!

The first ever Loch Fyne Whiskies Feis Ile bottling is now available to order.

Bottled at a natural cask strength of 59.1% volume this Caol Ila limited release is one of only 345 bottles ever produced. Packed full of the type of flavours you would expect from a quality Caol Ila expression with notes of peat smoke, gentle earthy notes mixed with just a hint of citrus that tantalises the palate. This Caol Ila packs more of a smoky punch than most – you will not be disappointed! Distilled in November 2008 and bottled in May 2014.

The Caol Ila 5 year old DOD Feis Ile 2014 is exclusively bottled for Loch Fyne Whiskies. Cask Reference: 10409. Cask Type: Refill Hogshead 

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TOP PICKS

• Glengoyne 21-year-old Single Malt Whisky 750ml ($119.99)
  The Glen Goyne 21 year is one of the biggest deals in the world of Scotch. A splendid distillery in the lower highlands, producing whisky of this age from Oloroso Sherry Casks, would normally sell their 21 year for atleast $170…and they usually do! But we have a crazy deal with the distributor to get the price way way down. We’ll have this price until current stocks run out so get it while the gettin’ is good. (David Othenin-Girard, K&L Spirits Buyer)

• Rhetoric 20 Year Old Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey 750ml (ships as 1.5L) ($99.99)
  Another 20 year old release from Diageo’s Orphan Barrel series that showcases ultra-mature Bourbon from Bernheim Distillery. Whereas the Barterhouse 20 year began with a soft and rounded profile, showcasing the extra oak from two decades of aging, the Rhetoric is far more balanced with less initial sweetness and more peppery spice. The tobacco and herbaceous notes carry through to the finish, which is decidedly longer and more intense than what the Barterhouse offers. Considering both stocks originate from the same distillery, it’s interesting to taste how Diageo has chosen to blend together the remaining barrels. Fans of the richer, more supple style of Bourbon might lean towards the Barterhouse, but those in search of what’s ultimately underneath the sweetness will prefer the Rhetoric without question. The baking spices on the nose are more alluring, and the complexity of flavor far more interesting. (NOTE: Due to the width of the Rhetoric bottl e all shipping orders will be charged as 1.5L bottles)

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

Tomatin Decades 

A Master’s Masterwork 

Tomatin is one of the highest ,at over a thousand feet, and larger, 5 million liters capacity, distilleries in the Scotch Highlands 

After working his way up its ranks, Douglas Campbell became its Master Distiller before assuming his emeritus role as its ambassador traveling the world promoting the brand.

2011 marked his fiftieth year at Tomatin. To celebrate, he chose some of his favorites of the best casks from each decade he served, going back as far as 1967.

From them he blended this limited edition malt. It is a whiskey born of art and emotion, a Master Distiller’s summation of his brilliant career.

A wonderful single malt of depth and intricacy, it will bring pleasure to those fortunate enough to own a bottle.

It comes in a nice presentation box and very nice as a gift. A whisky of this age and origin should cost hundreds of dollars, but we offer it for much less. 

But there are only 8 bottles of this special once in a carrer malt. 

Tomatin Decades 

Nose: A lovely sweet maltiness gives way to juicy, fruity aromas of fresh peach, apple and pear with gentile hints of  dried apricot, and raisins. Delicate flowery notes sit on top of rich pine and robust oak wood. The hint of distant smoldering fire wafts in the background. 

Palate: The taste buds are tantalized by intense flavors of tropical, rich Christmas cake, aniseed, cinnamon and creamy fudge. 

Finish: Mellow and memorable, like the man himself.  

$137 – Special Sale $119  

Len Rothenberg 

Federal Wine & Spirits
Email: info@federalwine.com
Phone: (617) 367-8605
Web: http://www.federalwine.com/

www.ralfy.com examines savoury-peatiness with Whisky Review 471 – Ledaig 10yo @ 46.3%

Heaven Hill Distilleries, Inc. Names Jessica Partington as Metro New York Area Manager 

BARDSTOWN, Ky. – Heaven Hill Distilleries, Inc. has promoted Jessica Partington to Metro New York Area Manager. In this role, Partington will be responsible for management of the entire Heaven Hill product portfolio in Metro New York. This position reports to Bob Fiore, New York Regional Manager. 

Partington began her career with Heaven Hill in 2012 as Metro New York Area On-Premise Manager. Prior to her time with Heaven Hill, she worked in sales at the Hart Agency, a marketing company based out of Manhattan. 

Partington graduated Cum Laude from the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism. She currently resides in New York City.

Andie Brokaw Named On-Premise National Accounts West Regional Manager for Heaven Hill Distilleries, Inc. 

BARDSTOWN, Ky. – Heaven Hill Distilleries, Inc. is pleased to announce the promotion of Andie Brokaw to On-Premise National Accounts West Regional Manager. In this role, Brokaw will be responsible for developing and executing National Account programs in the Western United States for the nation’s largest, independent family-owned and operated supplier. The position reports to Carlos Lozano, U.S. National Accounts Division Manager. 

Since 2009, Brokaw has served as the California On-Premise Area Manager for Heaven Hill Distilleries, Inc., where she was instrumental in working with customers to build the company’s brand portfolio through on-premise strategic programs. 

“Andie has proven herself over the last five years as the On-Premise Area Manager in California, and we are confident that she will bring the same level of determination, commitment, and execution to the On-Premise National Accounts team,” said Carlos Lozano, U.S. National Accounts Division Manager. 

Brokaw attended William Rainey Harper College in Palatine, Illinois and currently resides in Southern California.

Heaven Hill Distilleries, Inc. Appoints Tracy Moore as California Area Sales Manager 

BARDSTOWN, Ky. – Heaven Hill Distilleries, Inc. has promoted Tracy Moore to California Area Sales Manager. In her new role, Moore will be responsible for managing the On-Premise sales efforts for the state of California. This position reports to Mark Hurwin, California Regional Manager. 

Moore joined Heaven Hill in 2007 as the On-Premise Area Manager for Northern California, where she was instrumental in developing and executing on-premise strategic initiatives in her market. Prior to her employment with Heaven Hill, Moore worked for Young’s Market Company. 

Moore is a graduate of San Francisco State University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology. She currently resides in Brentwood, California. 

NOTES

Founded in 1934, Bardstown, KY-based Heaven Hill Distilleries, Inc. (www.heavenhill.com) is the nation’s largest independent, family-owned and operated spirits producer and marketer and the world’s second-largest holder of Kentucky Bourbon. Heaven Hill’s diversified portfolio of brands includes Evan Williams Bourbon; Burnett’s Vodkas and Gin; Admiral Nelson’s and Blackheart Rums; HPNOTIQ Liqueur; The Christian Brothers Brandies; PAMA Pomegranate Liqueur; Lunazul Tequila; Cinerator Hot Cinnamon Flavored Whiskey and Rittenhouse Rye Whisky. Heaven Hill reminds you to “Think Wisely. Drink Wisely.”

Summer is finally here and so is the latest batch of stunning single malt sippers!
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Cask No. 1.168 Delightfully dulcet deliciosity
28 years old; refill hogshead; 53.3%
A scant scintilla of paint becomes a profusion of tropical fruits on the nose – plus toffee, Demerara, ginger cake and tea chests. The palate is a delightfully dulcet deliciosity with fantastic fruit, wow-ously warming woody spices and teasingly tannic after-tingles.

Cask No. 44.55 Afternoon tea at Fortnum & Mason
22 years old; refill hogshead; 52.9%
A solid pine chest of drawers treated with an earthy tobacco finish followed by pineapple with gammon and tomato crisps. The taste, scones and strawberries with balsamic vinegar and basil mint syrup. Water turns it into a Swedish knackebrod, tea loaf and well done crumpets with salted butter.

Cask No. 35.84 J.K. Rowling meets C.S. Lewis
14 years old; medium toast light char hogshead; 58.4%
Perfumes of rose, elderflower, geranium and Chanel No.5 enfold you in a hug – marzipan, autumn leaves, chestnuts, plum jam and cigar boxes provide complexity. The palate is velvety smooth with rich flavours of Armagnac, fragrant wood, marmalade, coffee, sultanas and pencils.

Cask No. 76.105 A continuous snow-fall of curiosities
19 years old; refill sherry butt; 59.3%
The nose has Danish pastry sweetness textured by intriguing curiosities (Kummel, grappa, sandalwood, conifers, leather, raisins and sherry) – much fruitier with water. The palate has spicy heat (white pepper, nutmeg, ginger) and mouth-watering flavours of blackcurrant, juicy apple and custard tart.

Cask No. 27.104 Cowboy’s delight
15 years old; refill gorda; 55.6%
Polished leather then marinated pork, dry tar and buttered burnt toast; a sweet and savoury taste. Charred pork crackling with singed pineapple; sweet and tannic.

Cask No. 127.34 Flying saucers and octopus balls
9 years old; refill barrel; 63.2%
Endless enticing aromas of campfire smoke, hay, prawn shells, smoked mackerel, cinnamon, pot-pourri, orange, pencil shavings, marzipan and peppered ham. The taste is a lively crashing wave of smoke, ash, brine, prawn tempura, takoyaki, roasted chestnuts, lemon sorbet and flying saucers.

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The new and limited Kininvie 23 year old Batch 2 is now available to order.

Kininvie is a unique single malt distillery founded on 6 copper stills nestled in the Conval hills of Dufftown, Speyside.

First opened in July 1990, it has taken three decades of quiet, patient and devoted care to get to this point . A treasured secret known until now by only a few, Kininvie is at peak perfection – and now the first house malt is ready for release in the UK.

The brand new Kininvie 23 year old has been made in small batches, every bottle will be individually numbered and housed in 35cl bottles. Each batch number and year of distillation will appear on the label. This scarce 1990 UK release contains malt whisky from the very first distillation, matured in a mix of American hogsheads (80%) and sherry casks (20%).

Tasting notes:

Nose: Rich and vibrant aroma with ripe, fleshy fruit notes overlaid with creamy vanilla toffee sweetness.  A more subtle floral, leafy summer blossom note develops over time.

Palate: Beautifully soft and mellow with a luxurious silky texture. The rich vanilla oakiness resulting from 23 years of maturation gives an incredible depth of flavour and sweetness. Woody spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves are layered with zesty citrus and candied orange peel.

Finish: Enduringly sweet.

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