United States – Bourbon and Rye

• Taos Lightning Governer’s Reserve 5 Year Old Straight Rye Whiskey 750ml – 11 available ($46.99)

Japan – Single Malt Scotch

• Suntory Hakushu 18 Year Old Japanese Peated Single Malt Whisky 750ml – 2 available ($199.99)

Scotland – Single Malt Scotch

• Bunnahabhain Toiteach Peated Single Malt Whisky 750ml – 4 available ($65.99)

• Caol Ila 12 year old Islay Single Malt Whisky 750ml ($59.99) 90-95 points Wine Enthusiast: “**Best Buy** A seductive brininess and waves of oily peat-reek greet the olfactory sense. The palate entry finds a surprisingly buttery-creamy leaning along with the peat-reek; at midpalate the flavor becomes concentrated, oily, malty sweet, and only moderately peaty. Ends on a sweet malty note. Builds from stage to stage, each phase being better than the last.” (06/2006) Whisky Advocate: “Funny to think how recently Caol Ila was an Islay giant that was kept pretty much under wraps by its owner. These days it has cemented its reputation as the island’s Mr. Consistent. This version shows its character the best, a nose that mixes seashore and grass with a distinct hint of smoked bacon. The peatiness isn’t dominant, but flows throughout the palate, scenting, lifting, and subtly changing the mix. A delicious oiliness makes it a great food whisky. (Vol. 21, #2)” Wine Spectator: “A very balanced Islay, with a flowery sweetness on the nose that gives as good as it gets against the insistent peat and salt. The peat increases on the palate, but once again the whisky counters with honey and bread dough to maintain equilibrium. Then come sweet spices that get more vibrant on the finish as they’re joined by smoked salmon. Blend drinkers should note that this is where Johnnie Walker gets much of its peat.” (02/2011)

• Glenlivet 15 year old French Oak Reserve Single Malt Whisky 750ml ($39.99)
• Lagavulin Distiller’s Edition Single Malt Whisky 750ml ($109.99) The 2014 limited edition is here!
• Smokehead Islay Single Malt Whisky 750ml – 6 available ($52.99

United States – Bourbon and Rye

• Bulleit 10 Year Old Bourbon Whiskey 750ml – 2 available ($44.99)

• Maker’s Mark Cask Strength Bourbon 375ml ($39.99) Whisky Advocate: “This is what I wish the standard Maker’s Mark would be: more mature, spicier, more complex, and with a richer finish. This was initially released in Kentucky only, but rumors are that it will get a wider distribution in the future. The best Maker’s Mark since the now extinct Maker’s Mark Black, which was released for export only. If you can track down a bottle, you won’t be disappointed. -John Hansell” K&L Notes: Kentucky’s most popular wheated Bourbon that isn’t called “Pappy”, Maker’s Mark has long been famous for using winter wheat as the flavor grain (along with the majority of corn) instead of the ubiquitous rye. The only thing that ever kept Maker’s Mark from capturing the hearts of serious Bourbon aficionados everywhere was the low proof. In 2014, however, they released a tiny amount of cask strength whisky (in tiny bottles) to Kentucky residents and people went bananas. Seeing that landing a bottle of Pappy today is like winning the lottery, the Maker’s Mark Cask Strength is easily the next best thing (and, depending on who you talk to, it might even be better!). Big richness, bold spice, and that classic, creamy wheated profile combine into one epic ride. We’ve been forced to limit customers to one bottle only, and most people were lucky just to get that. But somehow, someway, we’ve managed to grab a truckload of t his stuff and offer it to every K&L customer with no limits or restrictions on quantity.

• Peach Street Colorado Straight Bourbon Whiskey 750ml – 11 available ($62.99)

K&L Wine Merchants
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Phone: 877-KLWines (toll free 877-559-4637)
Email: wine@klwines.com
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