The Loch Fyne Blend

We’ve spoken with our customers about what they want in a dram and we’ve used this knowledge to craft this smooth, mellow blend from the finest whiskies we could find. We call this the malt drinker’s blend and we’re constantly hearing very good things about it.

Only £24

The Loch Fyne Living Cask

Now here’s something worth talking about. A whisky that’s different every time it’s bottled. This is not a single malt, but a living vatting of carefully chosen malts, which in our expert opinion, will marry perfectly. A whisky which is one of the most requested in store is now available to order online with batch 3 now available!

Only £42

Personalised Loch Fyne Whiskies

Make your gift a wee bit more special with our personalised engraving service. All you have to do is decide what to say, and we will ensure that your message is hand engraved onto the bottle and beautifully presented. We offer this service on our own four Loch Fyne products.

From £34

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Huntly, Aberdeenshire
Scotland, AB54 8EQ
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Pikesville Straight Rye Named Number Two World Whiskey in 2016 Whisky Bible

BARDSTOWN, KY – Only five months after the introduction of the ultra-premium offering, Heaven Hill Distillery’s historic Pikesville Straight Rye Whiskey is rounding out the year on top as Jim Murray’s number two-rated whiskey in the world in the esteemed Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2016—a true honor, as the whiskeys included were drawn from all styles and regions. 

Pikesville also walked away with “Rye of the Year” and previously earned spirits industry acclaim winning a Double Gold Medal at the 2015 San Francisco World Spirits Competition and 95 Points at F. Paul Pacult’s Ultimate Spirits Challenge. At 6 years old and 110 proof, this new expression of Pikesville Rye is produced at Heaven Hill’s historic Bernheim Distillery in Louisville, Ky. and aged in its premier rickhouses in Bardstown, Ky. The product is available with allocated national distribution.

Heaven Hill now produces four times as much rye than it did just a few years ago – a true testament to the revival of Rye Whiskey. Distilled from at least 51 percent rye, with corn and malted barley as the “small” grains, Pikeville Rye embraces the tradition of American Straight Rye Whiskey. On the palate, Pikesville Rye is dry and spicy, with hints of honeyed rye and cloves. Soft vanilla and baking spices round out the finish.

“Heaven Hill reclaimed the past with Pikesville Straight Rye Whiskey,” said Max L. Shapira, President, Heaven Hill Distillery, and second-generation family member. “Pikesville is a brand with a storied history and one that we are proud to revamp and offer as an ultra-premium offering. We are excited that Pikesville is recognized as one of the leading brands worldwide.”

Now in its thirteenth annual edition, Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible releases the top five world whiskeys among more than the 4,500 labels listed with detailed tasting notes in the book. Murray, an internationally recognized leading commentator on whiskeys, tasted more than 1,000 whiskeys before awarding his top five.

“Pikesville Rye embodies the history of American Straight Rye Whiskey and hones in on the traditional taste that consumers are embracing once again,” said Denny Potter, Heaven Hill Distillery Co-Master Distiller. “The hand-selected barrels showcase the best product out of over a million barrels aging in our inventory.”

With its Maryland roots dating back to 1895, Pikesville Rye returned after Prohibition, surviving ownership changes and the decline of the Maryland Rye whiskey industry. With Maryland production coming to a close in the 1980s, Pikesville Rye was kept alive by Heaven Hill Distillery, which has produced the spirit in Kentucky ever since.

About Pikesville Straight Rye Whiskey: Pikesville Straight Rye Whiskey is a 6-year-old, 110-proof super-premium spirit that salutes a historic Maryland mark dating back to 1895. It is distilled by Heaven Hill Distillery at the company’s historic Bernheim Distillery in Louisville and aged in its premier rickhouses in Bardstown, Ky. Co-Master Distiller Denny Potter carefully selected each extra-aged barrel and determined the spirit’s ideal proof level. With its mashbill of at least 51 percent rye, with corn and malted barley as the “small” grains, Pikesville Rye embraces the tradition of American Straight Rye Whiskey that set the stage for Rye’s current renaissance. For more information, please visit www.pikesvillerye.com.

Introducing some of our biggest price drops of the year. Available while stocks last.

We are delivering right up until Christmas Eve so still time to place your orders for Christmas delivery.

Macallan 25 year old Platinum Old and Rare

This Macallan 25 year old has been distilled in April 1989 and bottled in July 2014. It is one of only 188 bottles. Bottled at a natural cask strength of 44.8% volume. Each bottle has been drawn from a Refill Hogshead cask – a superb expression.

Was £560 Save £161

£399 Click to buy

Haig Club with Free Hip Flask

Haig Club is made at Cameronbridge distillery in Scotland. It is a whole new approach to Scotch whisky. First, it is a single grain. Second, it is presented in a square blue flask, with the name embossed in the glass and a copper stopper, which looks more like a bottle of aftershave than a whisky. Third, Diageo have partnered with David Beckham and Simon Fuller, creator of American Idol, manager of Beckham, and a legendary entrepreneur and philanthropist, to promote it.

Was £35 Save £5

£30 Click to buy

Glendullan 13 Year Old Douglas of Drumlanrig

This speyside single cask was distilled in 2001 and bottled in 2014 and is host to delicate peppery notes, with dark chocolate and hazelnut. A Long and Dry finish, this expression has a nutty aftertaste. One of only 411 bottles and bottled at 46% volume

Was £69 Save £18

£41 Click to buy

BenRinnes 8 Year Old Douglas of Drumlanrig

Distilled in September 2007 in the Speyside distillery of Benrinnes and bottled in September 2015, this handselected expression host flavours such as vanilla fudge, fruit truffle and butterscotch. With a long, sweet and dry finish. Limited to only 453 bottles and bottles at 46% volume

Was £57 Save £23

£34 Click to buy

Balmenach 11 Year Old Douglas of Drumlanrig

Inspired by the rolling hills and green forests in the estate of the Duke of Buccleuch and Queensferry, Douglas of Drumlanrig is a collection of single cask bottlings from independent bottlers, Hunter Laing. From the Speyside distillery of Balmenach this expression was distilled in 2003 and bottled September 2015. One of only 357 bottles bottled at 46% volume.

Was £64 Save £26

£38 Click to buy

Aberfeldy 12 year old

The Perthshire distillery of Aberfeldy produces elegant yet robust single malts which deserve to be much more widely celebrated, though the bulk of Aberfeldy’s output goes into the best-selling Dewar’s White Label blend. This 12-year-old expression has an attractive honeyed nose and is very nicely balanced. Smooth and scented to taste; sweet to start, with a hint of white pepper, drying in the warming finish.

Was £39

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The Japanese Whisky Gift Box Set

We know how important gifts are to our customers – especially at Christmas. This year we have developed a range of beautiful gift boxes containing some of your, and our, favourite whiskies. Whether you’re looking for traditional single malt for your Dad, or a fashionable Japanese whisky set – we’ve got it covered. A 70cl bottle of Hakushu Single Malt Distillers Reserve with an ice sphere mould. In Japan ice is almost as important as the whisky itself. Traditionally, perfect ice spheres were hand carved so that the ice would roll around the glass.

£85 Click to buy

Free standard UK mainland delivery for whole order when you include any one of these three great single malts. This means that if you buy a single 70cl bottle of either TOMATIN 14 Port Wood, GLENMORANGIE Taghta or a GLENFARCLAS £511.19s.0d then other additional items you order will also be sent without any further delivery cost (up to maximum of 12 bottles). Buy a bottle for yourself or as a gift then fill up your basket with stocking fillers.

December Auction Live

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, our Extended December Auction has gone live! The Whisky Auctioneer elves have been beavering away in their workshop to bring you a sale stuffed fuller than Santa’s sack with festive treats. We have pulled out just a few crackers for you below, be sure to check them twice before heading over to our website to see the full auction!

Glenfiddich 50 Year Old 

Topping our Christmas Tree of whisky treats is this Glenfiddich 50 Year Old. Taken from nine casks laid down in the 1930s this is bottle number 107 of 500 produced in 1991. Presented in a fine wooden case this is a stunning bottle that doesn’t often appear at auction, definitely one to watch!

Karuizawa SMWS Collection 

An opportunity to complete your Karuizawa SMWS collection, this auction features all six of the limited releases from the legendary Japanese distillery.

Macallan Raffles Hotel Singapore 

Bottled exclusively for the renowned Raffles Hotel, Singapore this is only the second time we have featured this Macallan, a great opportunity to pick up an unusual bottle!

Bowmore Bicentenary 1779 – 1979 / 98.8 Proof 

Released for their Bicentenary in 1979 this highly regarded Bowmore was created for the Italian market. Matured in sherry casks and rumoured to be from 1969 this is an extremely rare bottle.

Laphroaig 1980 Moon Import 

This fantastic older bottling of Laphroaig by Italian company Moon Imports was distilled in 1980 and bottled in 1996 for the Dovr-Toutes-Mares range.

Lagavulin 1976 37 Year Old 

The oldest official Lagavulin released to date, with a yield of 1868 bottles. Matured in refill American oak and European oak casks this is an incredible whisky.

There is no registration fee, our commission structure is very competitive and we offer worldwide shipping. For our terms and conditions please click here.

With close to 20 years of experience in the whisky industry, Whisky Auctioneer specialises in auctioning whisky whether it be fine, old, rare, collectable or affordable. Formed in 2013 and based in Perth, central Scotland, we aim to be the most comprehensive website for the buying and selling of whisky online.

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Happy Bidding!

Dalmore blending masterclass with Richard Paterson

‘Hello. How are you? Quite well. Thank you very much.’

If you’ve seen Whyte & Mackay’s Richard Paterson host a tasting before, you’ll be familiar with his repertoire of catchphrases, his penchant for throwing whisky around the room, his props, tricks and one-liners. But he is no magician, no illusionist – everything he does helps to educate people how to get the best from their whisky.

Richard Paterson, aka The Nose, master blender at Whyte & Mackay

Richard visited The Whisky Exchange for a unique tasting of all six components of King Alexander III from Dalmore, as well as a few other goodies. Having issued a quick threat to kill anyone in the room who was holding their whisky glass the wrong way, we moved on to the King Alexander III samples.

In Their Own Words – Richard Paterson

‘This evening, we have an assemblage of wonderful whiskies and wonderful people!’
‘Next year, I will celebrate 50 years in the whisky industry’
‘When nosing whisky, you’ve got to be gentle – it’s like kissing a lady’s hand, although people don’t do that anymore! But nosing a whisky will tell you 96% of what you need to know about it. If you’re still unsure, take a taste’
‘If you want to add ice, Coca-Cola or even milk to whisky, that’s absolutely fine – but I will kill you…’
‘When tasting whisky, don’t do what they do in America: just knock back the glass and go “great”. And if you’re doing a tasting at home with a special whisky, turn the lights out! Make an effort!’
‘If you’re looking for muscle, structure and backbone in your whisky, come up to the Highlands’
‘When you visit Dalmore, you’ll see the mountains, you’ll see the Cromarty Firth, you’ll see our fat, bulbous stills and you’ll know that this is a place that makes complex whisky’
‘The classic note from Dalmore is chocolate orange’
‘When I ask people if they’ve been to Islay, they all say yes. When I ask them how many have been to Jura, they say no, they didn’t have time! The crossing takes five minutes!’

Richard meets his adoring public – all staff from The Whisky Exchange!

We Tasted

Six Dalmore King Alexander III component samples:

 Marsala – honey-drenched fruit with ginger and clove
 Madeira – richly textured, with dates, figs and violets – lovely perfume
 Matusalem sherry – big, rich and nutty, with powerful dried fruits
 Small-batch bourbon – plenty of toffee and vanilla, with some toastiness from the oak
 Tawny port – clean red-berry fruit, plus milk chocolate and honey
 Cabernet Sauvignon – a swathe of dark-berry fruit, cherry menthol and oak

 And then on to three finished whiskies:

 Dalmore King Alexander III – a triumph of blending; rich, velvety and very fruity
 Dalmore 21 Year Old – classic Dalmore chocolate and orange notes, along with honeycomb, ginger and roasted nuts
 Dalmore 1969 – very different to the two previous whiskies – heady and aromatic, with aromas of tobacco, sandalwood and orange blossom, with plenty of tropical fruit and chocolate on the palate

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Whisky of the Night
The tasting was all about King Alexander III, but for me, the whisky that absolutely summed up Dalmore was the 21 Year Old. Rich, sherried loveliness.

DALMORE 21 YEAR OLD, 42% ABV

Nose: Rich and chocolatey, with tempting aromas of honeycomb and ginger, along with toasty oak and bitter-orange marmalade.
Palate: The rich, sweet notes continue on to the palate, with a big hit of chocolate-dipped oranges, roasted nuts and spice. Soft, silky mouthfeel.
Finish: The deep richness and fruitiness lingers.
Comment: This sums up Dalmore for me: rich, sherried whisky with bags of dried fruit and nuts, citrus notes and a plush, luxurious mouthfeel.

There aren’t many whisky tastings where the audience rush to the stage for a selfie with the host, but Richard Paterson commands that level of affection. We have a huge range of Dalmore whiskies on our website – why not get one in time for Christmas?  And if you want to see Richard in action, watch this great clip here

{6:00 PM – 9:30 PM}

VANCOUVER WHISKY FESTIVAL

6PM to 9:30PM

January 18th, 2016

TERMINAL CITY CLUB
837 W Hastings Street
Vancouver, BC, Canada V6C 1B6

MASTER CLASSES

WHISKY COCKTAIL

CHOCOLATE, FOOD, AND WHISKY PAIRING

BOUTIQUE WHISKY FESTIVAL IN VANCOUVER

6:00pm – 6:30pm Walk through and sign up for tours. Guests will arrive and be able to walk around the floor at their own leisure and see which brands are being represented as well as sign up for any of the three guided tours. Space for each tour will be limited to 10-15 people per session.

6:45pm – 7:15pm Tullibardine tasting session: This session will be hosted by James Robertson, International Sales Manager at Tullibardine Distillery. This session will showcase Tullibardine Sovereign, Tullibardine 228 Burgundy Finish, and Tullibardine 20 year old.

7:30pm – 8:00pm Amrut tasting session: This session will be hosted by Ashok Chokalingam, Head of International Operations for Amrut Distilleries. This session will showcase Amrut Naarangi, Amrut Fusion, and Amrut Peated.

8:15pm – 8:45pm Springbank tasting session: This session will be hosted by Ranald Watson, Sales and Marketing Manager at Springbank Distillery. This session will showcase Hazelburn 12 year old, Springbank 10 year old, and Longrow Peated.

8:45pm – 9:15pm We will be presenting a classic cocktail using Canadian Rockies 21 as the base spirit.

www.vancouverwhiskyfestival.com

Legacy Liquor Store is the official onsite liquor store of the 2016 Vancouver Whisky Festival

Strathmill 2000

Winner best single malt 11-15 years Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2016 – Buy $54.89

Plus! Gift wrapping available at the checkout. Let us deliver your whiskey gifts these Holidays!

Strathmill 2000 vintage Speyside single malt Scotch whiskey. Matured in 1st Fill Bourbon Barrels and bottled 2014 by Gordon & MacPhail for the Connoisseurs Choice series. Winner Best Single Malt Scotch 11-15 Years (Multiple Casks) in Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2016. Nose: Sweet vanilla with hints of honey and green apple. Complimented by delicate floral and toasted malt aromas. Palate: White pepper initially with ripe banana, orange and raspberry. These combine with hints toast marshmallow and milk chocolate.

Strathmill

John Keith established Strathmill Distillery in 1891 on a prim site between the River Isla and the Great North of Scotland Railway. Strathmill is a malt whisky distillery situated in the town of Keith in Scotland’s Speyside whisky region. One of a small number of Scottish malt whisky distilleries with purifiers fitted to its spirit stills, between the lyne arm and the condenser, till to produce an elegantly light and fruity malt whisky.

• Talisker Storm Limited Edition Isle of Skye Single Malt Whisky 750ml (Previously $73.00) ( $59.99) Whisky Advocate: “Diageo has introduced this new no age statement variant of Talisker single malt. The name reflects the distiller’s aspiration to enhance the maritime notes in this expression. Refill and rejuvenated casks have both contributed to its maturation. The nose is youthful but rounded, with brine, burning wood embers, vanilla, and honey. Sweet and spicy on the palate, with cranberries and black currants, while peat smoke is always present, plus black pepper. The finish lingers, with walnuts and fruity peat. (Vol. 22, #2)” K&L Notes: Whisky Advocate’s “Highlands/Islands Single Malt Scotch Whisky of the Year” (2013) The new American release of Talisker Storm is finally here — a non-age statement expression featuring a marriage of both young and old Talisker whiskies. Still bottled at the trademark 45.8% ABV, the fruit of the Talisker is front and center, with soft vanilla and malty goodness, but the finish is much more peaty than the other Talisker malts. That’s not to say smokier, but rather peatier — earthier, saltier, and more briny. The finish is surprisingly un-storm-like, making this whisky one of the more ironic releases of 2013, but that’s not to say it isn’t delicious. Fans of the distillery will be pleased with the extra punch, but those looking for sheer power should stick to Islay. The Storm is a punchier version of Talisker, but it’s a mere blip on the weather radar for big peat fans. For fans of more integrated and balanced peat, this is a great choice. 5 out of 5 stars from F. Paul Pacult’s Spirits Journal. Double Gold Medal San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2014.

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