Ralfy sorts out the wobble table then presents Ralfy Review 649 – Caol Ila 12yo @ 43%vol (2017)

BUSHMILLS® LAUNCHES TASTE SERIES AHEAD OF WORLD WHISKEY DAY 

As World Whiskey Day fast approaches, Bushmills Irish Whiskey has released a series of short videos to help immerse whiskey fans into the taste of Ireland’s oldest licensed distillery. 

Recognised globally, World Whiskey Day invites everyone to raise a glass and celebrate the water of life.  This year Bushmills Irish Whiskey is helping consumers prepare for the celebrations by launching ‘The Bushmills Taste Series’ – a compilation of short tasting videos to help educate fans on which variant is right for them.

Hosted by Colum Egan, Master Distiller at the Old Bushmills Distillery, The Bushmills Taste Series is made up of four 60 second videos, each highlighting the taste credentials of the brand’s most popular whiskeys including: BUSHMILLS® ORIGINAL, BLACK BUSH®, BUSHMILLS® 16 YEAR OLD SINGLE MALT and BUSHMILLS® 21 YEAR OLD SINGLE MALT.

“The Bushmills Taste Series is a virtual taste experience for fans who savour learning more about our whiskey as much as they savour that first taste”, said Colum Egan.

“The recent revival of Irish whiskey means there are so many different varieties, and ways to drink the world’s fastest growing spirit.  The purpose of this series is to provide a starting point to help novices through to devout whiskey enthusiasts quickly find out which variant best suits their palate.”

To watch the Bushmills Taste Series visit http://bit.ly/2rq1tTg.

Notes  

About Bushmills® Irish Whiskey

Bushmills® Irish Whiskey is hand-crafted with care at the Old Bushmills Distillery in the village of Bushmills, County Antrim, Northern Ireland.  As Ireland’s oldest working distillery – making triple distilled malt whiskey and producing both blended and single malt whiskey of the same name, our unmatched malt is at the heart of all Bushmills® Irish Whiskeys and creates a unique combination of smoothness and richness.

Basil Hayden’s® Bourbon Spices Up the Rye Category with Basil Hayden’s® Rye Whiskey

Clermont, KY (2017) – Basil Hayden’s® Bourbon, a distinctive super-premium bourbon outpacing the category, today announced the launch of its first-ever innovation and limited edition product offering – Basil Hayden’s® Rye Whiskey.

Basil Hayden’s Bourbon has long been known for its trademark spicy finish, resulting from the use of twice as much rye than traditional bourbons. Taking inspiration from this beloved rye spiciness, Basil Hayden’s Rye Whiskey is a natural progression for the brand.

A Kentucky straight rye whiskey, Basil Hayden’s Rye Whiskey achieves its deepened and distinctive taste with the addition of a unique, re-barreled rye. The re-barreled rye begins as a four-year-old traditional rye whiskey, which is then dumped out and further aged an additional seven years in newly charred quarter cask oak barrels. Just a touch of this re-barreled rye expertly blended with traditional Kentucky straight rye whiskey amplifies the warm aroma of baking spices and adds differentiating depth to Basil Hayden’s Rye Whiskey. Bottled at an easy-sipping 80 proof, the result is a versatile rye whiskey that is both approachable and flavorful with notes of char and oak.

“The spicy character of rye has always been a signature part of what makes Basil Hayden’s special, so creating a rye whiskey was a natural fit,” said Rob Mason, Vice President of Bourbon at Beam Suntory. “This limited edition release gives our fans a chance to experience everything they love about Basil Hayden’s Bourbon – its spicy character, smoothness and approachable nature – in an interesting rye whiskey expression.”

Featuring the following characteristics, Basil Hayden’s Rye Whiskey is best enjoyed when sipped neat, on the rocks or as the base to a modern cocktail:

• Proof: 80
• Color: Golden Amber
• Aroma: Warm baking spices and caramel, with hints of wood rye spice
•        Taste: Charred oak complemented by sweet brown sugar and dried fruit
• Finish: Smoke and char notes wrapped in carame

Packaged with Basil Hayden’s iconic hand-applied parchment bib and copper belt, Basil Hayden’s Rye Whiskey is available now in limited quantities nationwide for a suggested retail price of $44.99 for a 750ml bottle.

About Basil Hayden’s® Bourbon

Basil Hayden’s® Bourbon is known for standing out in the crowd. The distinctive flavor was originally inspired by the legend of a family recipe said to date back to 1796 when Master Distiller Basil Hayden Sr. broke ‘the rules’ and went off-the-beaten-path mixing the spiciness of rye with the smoothness of corn to create a light-bodied, mixable and smooth bourbon. Today, Basil Hayden’s® Bourbon is crafting its own story by providing bourbon drinkers with a sipping experience to be shared with friends and family. For more information on Basil Hayden’s, please visit www.basilhaydens.com.

About Beam Suntory Inc.

As the world’s third largest premium spirits company, Beam Suntory is Crafting the Spirits Brands that Stir the World.  Consumers from all corners of the globe call for the company’s brands, including the iconic Jim Beam and Maker’s Mark bourbon brands and Suntory whisky Kakubin, as well as world renowned premium brands including Knob Creek bourbon, Yamazaki, Hakushu and Hibiki Japanese whiskies, Teacher’s, Laphroaig, and Bowmore Scotch whiskies, Canadian Club whisky, Courvoisier cognac, Hornitos and Sauza tequila, EFFEN and Pinnacle vodka, Sipsmith gin, and Midori liqueur.

Beam Suntory was created in 2014 by combining the world leader in bourbon and the pioneer in Japanese whisky to form a new company with a deep heritage, passion for quality, innovative spirit and commitment to Growing for Good.  Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Beam Suntory is a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings Limited of Japan.  For more information on Beam Suntory, its brands, and its commitment to social responsibility, please visit http://www.beamsuntory.com/ and www.drinksmart.com

Springbank Society

Hope you are all well and that the weather where you are has been as nice as it has been in Campbeltown.

The moment we have all been waiting for is nearly upon us. The next Society bottle is nearly available… but not quite yet.

There are still a few days to go, however, I am pleased to be able to finally give you all some information about it. I know you have been waiting a while.

This newsletter is quite information heavy so please take your time to read it through, nothing here requires any of you to do anything immediately. I will give you all the information you need to purchase the new Society bottle throughout this email and most of it will be repeated when the bottle is officially released early next week.

Some members have requested that we send out a newsletter prior to the bottle being officially released to allow people to be “on the lookout” for the bottle rather than it suddenly being released with no warning at all. I agreed that this was a fairer way to release Society bottlings so this is why you are receiving an email today.

Springbank Society May 2017 Bottling

Springbank 9yo Sauternes

Springbank 9 years old

Cask type: Fresh Sauternes Hogsheads

Distilled: November 2007

Bottled: May 2017

Strength: 57.1%

Approximately 1100 bottles

Tasting notes: 

Nose: Dunnage warehouse; bruised fruits, sun dried raisins and treacle toffee with icing sugar and port notes appearing as the nose develops.

Taste: Syrupy texture, with earthy and oaky notes, prunes, redcurrants and bramble jam.

Finish: Chewy, sweet and rich like sticky toffee pudding and christmas cake; hints of treacle, brown sugar and dark cherries.

Let me be clear: the bottles are not available just yet and I will not be taking pre-orders.

Purchasing and delivery/collection

Please read this section carefully as it will make the whole process go as smoothly as possible.

In this section I shall explain some of the rules and procedures regarding purchasing a Society bottle. This will all be included again in the forthcoming email next week.

The bottle shall be available for £45.00 and initially it will be 1 per person however, once it becomes clear what the level of interest is, then it is possible you could get a second. 2 bottles per member will be the maximum, though. When you order a bottle next week, please state if you would be interested in a second bottle.

I will only be taking orders by email.  

I repeat, I will only be taking orders by email. 

When you first order a bottle, please tell me if any of the following things apply to you.

• If you would like a second bottle
• If you would like to collect it during the Campbeltown Malts Festival (very important)
• If you would like to collect it from one of our Cadenhead shops
• If you are based in Canada
• If you have any other delivery preferences (not covered by the points above) then it may be helpful, but not essential, if you would include them in your original email too.

Once you place your order you will receive an email back, letting you know that your order has been received and that a bottle has been reserved for you. As is usual with a Society release, this may take several days. Please do not be alarmed if you do not hear back immediately.

As I am sure you are all aware, this bottle is being released in close proximity to the Campbeltown Malts Festival. We could have waited until after the festival but that would have meant that people at the Festival could not collect their bottles so we have done our best to accommodate our guests.

As such, in the immediate aftermath of the release, we shall be prioritising orders for members who are attending the festival. These members can pay upon collection in the Campbeltown shop if they wish. After those orders have been arranged, then we shall begin to make contact with everyone else to arrange payment and delivery, where appropriate. This is where you will hear if you can receive a second bottle.

Due to the nature of this process, and the Malts Festival, it is likely that Monday 29th May will be the first day we can arrange for bottles to be shipped from Campbeltown to their destination.

Again, as is standard practice with Society bottles, if you wish for your Society bottle(s) to be sent to a Cadenhead shop on mainland Europe (Odense, Berlin, Cologne, Salzburg) you will pay for them upon collection. We have processes in place to make sure these bottles arrive much faster than they have done for previous releases.

If you plan to have your Society bottle(s) sent to the Edinburgh or London shops then there will be a slight change to the process when compared to previous releases. This time, deliveries to these shops will be handled in a similar way to when Society bottles are sent to the other Cadenhead shops. Instead of charging £2 per bottle and delivering them individually, we will not charge anything for delivery and they will be sent as part of the scheduled Cadenhead shipments.

New Addition to the Team

Because the Society is now so big and this is the largest number of bottles we have ever done, it is now no longer practical for it all to be done by one person. As such, from now on my colleague Lauren Anderson will also be on hand to answer your emails and process your orders. Lauren has worked for the company for 4 years, first in the bottling hall and has now moved to join us in the office. She is also the expert when it comes to packaging and dispatching your Society bottles. Hopefully, this will mean the process moves a little faster.

Campbeltown Cadenhead Shop

The staff in the Cadenhead shop here in Campbeltown have asked me to pass on a message to you all. If you plan on collecting any bottles from the shop during the Malts Festival, please get in touch with the shop as soon as you possibly can and let them know. This goes for ANY bottles, whether they are Society bottles, Springbank Distillery releases, Kilkerran bottles or anything from the extensive Cadenhead range. You can contact them using the details below:

T: +44 (0)1586 551710

E: shop@cadenhead.scot

Please give them as much notice and information as possible. Thank you.

WeChat

In addition to our existing social media platforms (you can find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram) we are now pleased to say we are on WeChat.

Name: Springbank Distillers

WeChat ID: SpringbankWhisky

Find us there and add us to see our posts.

I think that’s everything – like I said above, you will be hearing from me in the early part of next week when the bottle is officially released…

and then the madness begins!

Slainte

Nathan and Lauren

Nathan Currie

for the Springbank Society. Please contact Nathan to join the Springbank Society.

It’s been quite a while since age-stated Japanese whiskies were available in any type of sustainable quantity, especially the super desirable Yamazaki malts from Suntory – whiskies that have seen their prices sky-rocket as a result of their new-found rarity. Yamazaki’s sister distillery – Suntory’s Hakushu facility – meanwhile has seen its prices rise as well, but mainly by default as stocks for the forest distillery’s whisky haven’t been nearly as limited (or desirable). While prices over the past few years have crept up from the mid-sixties to the high-eighties, we’re happy to announce a new deal that will bring the Hakushu back down to a price point not seen at K&L in years: $68.99. I don’t believe there are many retailers offering this whisky for less than $80, let alone $70 right now.

HAKUSHU

Personally, Ive always been surprised how much more popular the Yamazaki 12 is compared to its sibling the Hakushu 12. To me, the Yamazaki has always been a fine whiskey, but the more dynamic malt is easily the Hakushu, which as pretty much the same delicate and light-drinking flavor profile as the Yamazaki, but with just the faintest touch of smoke. It’s so ethereal straight out of the glass, but I feel like it tastes even better with ice (I know that’s tough for some people to handle). The subtle peat is like a ghost that moves slowly around every part of my palate, brushing it with hints of earth and phenolic goodness after coating it with sweet grains. With our new pricing, this is a can’t miss deal. It’s nice to have some real quantity again!

Suntory 12 Year Old “Hakushu” Japanese Peated Single Malt Whisky (750ml) (Previously $90) ($68.99)

Whisky Advocate: “Although only two years older, this expression of Hakushu the first to be launched in the U.S. shows a fleshier side to the distillerys wares. While it has retained the freshness of the 10 year old, it shows more pineapple and grapefruit on the nose, with a little fragrance of jasmine and osmanthus. On the palate, its fresh and lively with a hint of persimmon and a tickle of smoke. Recommended. (DB, Spring 2012)”

Wine Spectator: “This Suntory distillery is located in a mountain forest in the southern Japanese alps. The whisky has cool, mint/basil, bamboo, kiwi and green melon aromas with the faintest hint of smoke.” (10/2014)

K&L Notes: The newest Japanese whisky to hit the U.S. market is Suntory’s Hakushu–known as the “Forest Distillery.” Built in 1973 as a sister distillery to Suntory’s Yamazaki distillery (previously the only Japanese single malt available in the U.S.), the facility is located at a high-elevation site next to the “pristine waters” of the Ojira River, which are used to dilute the whisky itself. Hakushu distillery uses different styles of oak barrel to age their single malt, but mainly Hogshead, which, according to the distillery, is “suitable to the clear air and cool humid climate.” The 12-year old from Hakushu is lightly peated and very delicate in its flavor profile. The light and fruity style of the whisky is quite similar to the Yamazaki 12, but the smoke really makes up for the lack of richness. Because most of Japan drinks their younger malts with ice and water, the Hakushu is definitely another whisky designed for that purpose, which may turn off some of the single-malt sippers stateside. However, even straight at room temperature, the Hakushu really delivers quality flavors for the price point. Think Talisker, but distinctly less round or supple. So far I’ve really enjoyed tinkering with it in different forms–as a Highball, with an ice cube and just plain neat. This is one of the most enjoyable bottles I’ve purchased in some time. (David Driscoll, K&L Spirits Buyer)

TOKI

In addition to new pricing on the Hakushu, we’ve also lined up a better deal for Suntory’s latest entry level blend: Toki, which uses grain whisky from their third distillery called Chita. When the Suntory Toki first launched at $45, it was a bit of a stretch based on how hot the market was for Japanese whisky. I’m much more comfortable selling this in the mid-thirties, however, and with our new pricing we can do that. While you sip on your bottle of Yamazaki or Hakushu, you pour this one on the rocks, add some soda water, and make yourself a real mizuwari–the great whisky soda that dominates Japan’s drinking culture. The fruitiness on the nose really blossoms with the addition of bubbles, so don’t be shy here. Do Japanese whisky right and drink it how it’s intended!

Suntory Toki Japanese Whisky (750ml) ($36.99)

Wine & Spirits: “*Year’s Best Spirits 2016* While it may seem that our world is suddenly awash in Japanese single malts, the fact is that were already in a shortage. Last year, as demand continued to build for its limited stocks, Suntory took the age statement off its Hibiki, suggesting less of the precious older stocks were being used. This year, theyve introduced Toki, a welcome addition to the portfolio. Whereas Hibiki is a burnished, complex sipper, Suntorys latest release, Toki, is a light, bright, perky spirit with a surprising punch of flavorapple, citrus and honey notes backed by a lingering smokiness. It makes an elegant summer whisky served on the rocks, but it also seems destined to usher the return of the whisky highball, which has become the drink of choice in Tokyo these days. Its very refreshing when made as they do, stirred over rocks in a tall glass, then joined with super-bubbly soda water and a lemon twist. (JM)” (11/2016)

K&L Notes: This blended whisky from Japanese powerhouse distiller Suntory is specifically formulated for a classic highball, made by mixing one part Toki with three parts sparkling water and serving over ice. From the distillery: “A vivid blend of whiskies from Suntory’s Hakushu, Yamazaki, and Chita distilleries, Suntory Whisky Toki™ features the quintessential characteristics of a Suntory Whisky blend: exquisite balance, harmony, and oneness. At the same time, its unique pairing of Hakushu American white oak cask malt whisky with Chita heavy-type grain whisky overturns the traditional hierarchy between malt and grain. These seemingly dissimilar but deeply accordant whiskies, together with select Yamazaki malts for additional depth and complexity, gives Suntory Whisky Toki its silky taste, vivid character, and bold inventiveness.”

Andrew Stevens | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: June 19, 2016

I, like so many others, really like a lot of what Suntory has to offer. There are so many wonderful whiskeys they put out, unfortunately many of these have gotten super expensive and rare. Fortunately, they are trying to fill in the gap with a more everyday whiskey, and the Toki is just the product to do that. A lightly fruited nose reminiscent of caramel apple and vanilla leads to a smooth and somewhat fruity whiskey. Baked apple and stone fruit notes are rounded with touches of vanilla and a somewhat creamy mouthfeel. Low heat finish rounds out the delightful little whiskey.

Russell Rye Single Barrel – Hot New Pricing

Since we’re already slashing pricing on great single malt and tasty blended whisky, we might as well continue the trend with new pricing on a great American rye selection. For the last few years-since the inception of the Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel rye-we’ve been selling one of Kentucky’s great high-proof rye whiskies for $70 (when we could get it). Today, however, we’ve managed to get pricing down to $55.99, which makes it only ten bucks more than Willett, but much older in age. Simply put, the Russell’s single barrel rye is one of the most pleasing American whiskies we carry, with flavors of rye bread, pepper, and plenty of oak for a warming finish. I think the seventy dollar price point kept people at bay, but now that we’re closer in line here with High West Rendezvous, this should be your new go-to bottle.

Russell’s Reserve Kentucky Single Barrel Rye Whiskey (750ml) (Previously $70) ($55.99)

Finally, after almost eight years of a serious Kentucky rye shortage, Wild Turkey has given us whiskey fans something to get excited about that we can actually get! Introducing the new Russell’s Reserve Single Barrel Rye Whiskey: a 104 proof blast of old-school Kentucky rye flavor, meandering from dill and fresh-baked German rye bread, into a sweeter kiss of toasted oak and soft vanilla. It’s never boring. The palate is rooted in spice and a never-ending tingly sensation on your tongue that completely differentiates it from the Wild Turkey Bourbons. Real, compelling Kentucky rye whiskey is back on the shelf at K&L, available full time. No bottle limits, no raffles, no scouring the internet to track down your allocation.

David Driscoll | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: November 12, 2015

I remember when I couldn’t even get Wild Turkey Rye 101, but it appears the Kentucky stalwart is now rebounding from the last seven years of shortages. What a comeback! This is single barrel, high proof rye whiskey that tastes like 2008–back when I could find rich and powerful rye whiskies full of peppery notes and classic dill flavor. This is rye in the vein of of what you remember before everything started coming from LDI Distillery in Indiana. It’s like getting to know an old friend again.

Andrew Stevens | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: November 15, 2015

Very smooth creamy rye from Russell. I was taken aback a little when I first tasted this, with how smooth and well balanced this whiskey is. Definitely a good sipping rye that will please the palate of those just getting into this type of whiskey expression, or already love rye whiskey and want something special for the holidays.

Jeffrey Jones | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: November 14, 2015

My favorite Rye in the store now. There are expressive and nice aromas with subtle spice undertones. In the mouth it is rich and round with nice caraway-like spice and a long finish. Since this is a single barrel selection inventory is limited.

1t your booze, don’t miss this one. At 50 bucks — the experience is worth every penny.

SENSORY JOURNEY

Jam-packed with flavour, our second Outturn this month is an explosion for the senses with 16 vibrant single casks to taste and explore. Join us as we continue our journey into flavour, delving deep into its significance, influence and development. Visit our website to discover more.

Flavour Pairings: Look out for another round of cheese and whisky pairings, with suggestions from our Flavour Fanatic Ned Palmer appearing throughout the Outturn. Why not gather like-minded friends and try the matches at home?

READ THE OUTTURN ONLINE HERE

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 here for membership information

This is your chance to join and to take advantage of their great offers!

Spot the SMWS bottles in this amusing You Tube video

Jura Tastival 2017 Bottling: A Limited-Edition Festival of Flavours

Jura Tastival is upon us, and as we prepare the distillery to welcome visitors from far and wide to our island whisky festival, it’s also time to introduce our limited-edition bottling, created specially to mark the occasion. Just like our festival, the Tastival 2017 bottling celebrates new ways to enjoy whisky through exciting flavour experiences.

This cask strength, non-chill filtered limited edition expression marries some of our distillery’s finest aged spirits, enhanced in both first fill American White Oak ex-bourbon barrels and hand-picked Portuguese Graham’s Port Pipes. You may well find notes of chewy liquorice, black forest fruits and creamy white chocolate on the nose, followed by notes of orange zest, walnut cake, pineapple and crème de cassis to taste.

The first chance to try and buy this special bottling will be at Tastival itself, where our distillery manager Graham Logan will lead a toast for our guests – a highlight of this year’s busy festival programme, tickets for which are available now. If you can’t make it along, you can still join the festivities from far and wide through this unique bottling. We’ll be raising a dram to you in spirit. Slainte! Everyone at the Jura Distillery #JuraTastival

Jim Beam® Urban Stillhouse Presents Interactive Tableside Cocktails

Louisville, Kentucky – – Cocktails in Kentucky just got more delicious. The Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse proudly debuts a premier tableside cocktail experience, “raising the bar” for bourbon tastings and at-home mixology. Featuring classic and contemporary drinks created by a “cocktail concierge,” the program marks an evolution of Jim Beam’s downtown Urban Stillhouse and celebrates one of the first Kentucky bourbon distilleries to offer cocktails for visitors.

“The Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse has grown from a best-in-class micro-distillery and retail space,” said Kim Bennett, Senior Director, Kentucky Beam Bourbon Experiences, Beam Suntory. “It’s now also where more than 220 years of Jim Beam history come to life in refreshing cocktails, giving long-time fans and curious newcomers a unique tasting experience.”

The tableside experience combines select Jim Beam^® Bourbons with a trio of non-alcoholic mixers, garnishes and glassware to help legal purchase-age guests craft the perfect drink. Featured bourbon cocktails will rotate monthly, presenting visitors with a variety of traditional and modern options showcasing the entire Jim Beam family of brands.

“In addition to enjoying a cocktail in a special location, we’re educating our guests about how to enjoy our brands at home,” added Bennett. “Whether stiring up a Jim Beam Bourbon Mint Julep for your Derby party or mixing a Knob Creek^® Bourbon Whiskey Sour at your next barbeque, our cocktail team will teach you how to impress friends and family with newly attained skills and knowledge.”

The new guest offering is anticipated to boost traffic and enhance Louisville’s Fourth Street experience while promoting responsible consumption.

About the Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse

Located 25 miles from its flagship distillery in Clermont, Ky., the Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse operates as a small working distillery and visitors’ experience like no other, with special features that include:

A distillation system showcasing a small copper pot still with a unique rectifying column and see-through glass vapor condenser;

Interactive displays and décor that immerse Bourbon enthusiasts in the Jim Beam^® brand and educate them on the fine nuances of whisky making;

A one-of-a-kind tasting bar crafted from reclaimed wood and designed to reflect barrel staves and flowing bourbon;

A sculptural American Oak tree built from barrel staves. The tree features a canopy crafted from laser-cut steel leaves and illuminated Jim Beam bottles, symbolic of the First Family of Bourbon;

A full retail store offering branded items, as well an opportunity for guests to label, fill and customize their own 375ml or 750ml bottle of Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse Select (50% alc./vol.; SRP: $29.99 and $45.99 respectively).

The Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse is located at 408 S. Fourth St., Louisville, Ky., and is open Monday through Saturday 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. (Closed on Sundays, New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day).

For additional Jim Beam Bourbon cocktail experiences, visitors can stop by the Jim Beam Bourbon Bar at the Jim Beam^® American Stillhouse in Clermont, Ky. Opened in September 2016, the cocktail bar has become a popular spot along the iconic Kentucky Bourbon Trail^® tour.

More information about the Jim Beam Urban Stillhouse and the Jim Beam American Stillhouse is online at www.jimbeam.com/ or on Facebook and Twitter.

About Beam Suntory Inc.

As the world’s third largest premium spirits company, Beam Suntory is Crafting the Spirits Brands that Stir the World.  Consumers from all corners of the globe call for the company’s brands, including the iconic Jim Beam and Maker’s Mark bourbon brands and Suntory whisky Kakubin, as well as world renowned premium brands including Knob Creek bourbon, Yamazaki, Hakushu and Hibiki Japanese whiskies, Teacher’s, Laphroaig, and Bowmore Scotch whiskies, Canadian Club whisky, Courvoisier cognac, Hornitos and Sauza tequila, EFFEN and Pinnacle vodka, Sipsmith gin, and Midori liqueur.

Beam Suntory was created in 2014 by combining the world leader in bourbon and the pioneer in Japanese whisky to form a new company with a deep heritage, passion for quality, innovative spirit and commitment to Growing for Good.  Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Beam Suntory is a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings Limited of Japan.  For more information on Beam Suntory, its brands, and its commitment to social responsibility, please visit www.beamsuntory.com/ and www.drinksmart.com

The Double Single – Available Now!

The third release of one of our favourite whiskies poses the question: How many components are required to create true complexity in a Blended Scotch Whisky?  For Double Single, instead of using many tens of component whiskies we have used just two – one single grain whisky and one single malt whisky (hence the name). Both are beautiful liquids in their own right but we believe they are elevated above the sum of their parts when combined in the correct proportions.  We believe that when using components of the highest quality, less is often more. That the interaction between a single grain and a single malt can be every bit as good – better even – than either a more complex blend or the component tasted on its own. The blending of the two component whiskies in The Double Single allows the sweet caramel flavours of the grain whisky to complement the fruity and herbal flavours of the malt, giving the final blend a creamy vanilla character overlaying a delicate ethereal malt whisky character.

Above all, share & enjoy!

Whiskymaker

John Glaser

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