Sipping into summer

Whisky and cheese Tasting

On Monday the 25th of July we will be journeying into the world of whisky and cheese. From the shores of Scotland to the fields of Ile-de-France. Our expert staff will take you from the oak trees that become the casks through to the flavour profiles that pair harmoniously with our fine selection of cheeses. Tickets can  be found on our website.

This week we’ve got in a very exciting bourbon from EH Taylor, if you haven’t had their Single Barrel Bourbon it’s well worth a try.  An oaky and spicy bourbon from Buffalo Trace, the Single Barrel release is made with barrels from the infamous Warehouse C. The buttery smoky finish seems to go on forever.

Barton 1792 Distillery was established in 1879 in Bardstown, Kentucky. The oldest distillery in the area. This port finish is their most recent release. The amalgamation of an excellent Bourbon and Port wine casks pairs beautifully to create something really exciting. A surprisingly light and subtle bourbon with light apple flavours on the palate. An oaky and walnut finish sets this up to be a very popular release from 1792.

This week we have had in the newest limited release from Glenlivet, the Cipher. With almost no information about it released you are left to your own devices to work out what you think has gone contributed to the final product. A green apple note at the beginning, immediately followed by a smattering of peach that transforms during its long complex finish, developping into chocolate and coffee note with a hint of tobacco. A very enjoyable dram.

This 35 year old 1979 Caol Ila is something special. A delightfully soft spirit that retains its peaty majesty. The classic Caol Ila notes interplay with lighter fruits and spices on the finish. Independently bottled by Douglas Laing as part of their XOP range (Xtra Old Particular). Douglas Laing is a proud family business in its third generation, it  is one of our favourite Independent bottlers.