Meet Diageo’s Territory Sales Executive at Diageo India, Vittal Reddy. Vittal talks about his experiences working for Diageo and describes what a typical day looks like as a Territory Sales Executive. Working with a variety of different outlets, Vittal explains why he is proud to sell Diageo’s products.
October is the perfect month for Bourbon lovers and we have a great selection of Bourbons sure to keep you warm this fall season. Keep your calendars open as we have a couple of special releases, some amazing collaborations, great tastings, and a big day full of fun planned throughout the month.
Cheers,
-The Party Source Liquor Department
Maker’s Mark is celebrating both of Kentucky’s most famous industries (horse racing and bourbon) with the release of their latest commemorative bottle, honoring Triple Crown winning racehorse Justify.
Justify overcame rough weather and stiff competition to win the Triple Crown. The bottle’s green, black, and white color scheme honors the silks worn by Justify’s jockey, Mike Smith.
“Maker’s Mark has always had a strong connection with horse racing,” said Rob Samuels, eighth-generation distiller and Chief Operating Officer of Maker’s Mark Distillery. “Without the support of the thoroughbred industry in the early days when my grandparents created our bourbon, Maker’s Mark simply wouldn’t exist. We’re honored to help grow the sport we love while also commemorating a remarkable achievement in sports history.”
The Triple Crown is a hat-trick victory over all three of the year’s major horse racing events: The Kentucky Derby, The Preakness, and the Belmont Stakes.
Maker’s Mark Limited Edition Justify Triple Crown Bottle Release
When: Friday, October 19th
Time: 8:00 AM
Price: $59.99 (limit 1 bottle per customer)
Special note: Maker’s Mark Breeders Cup Bottling will also be available.
While we’re highlighting this Maker’s Mark Limited Edition Release, we wanted to share with you three additional Maker’s Mark bottlings, all featuring their highly popular Maker’s Mark Private Select. In addition to our own Private Bottling, we had the opportunity to team up with two close friends of The Party Source, Pompilio’s and The Cure Starts Now, to select two entirely unique Maker’s Mark Private Select Barrels.
Each bottle of Maker’s Mark Private Select starts with a base of fully aged Maker’s Mark at cask strength. Private Select is created by adding 10 custom wood finishing staves to each barrel. It’s then aged for 9 weeks in a limestone cellar to extract a unique taste and flavor profile.
The available staves are all oak and offered in five unique finishes; Baked American Pure (American oak slowly toasted), Seared French Cuvee (French oak cooked with infrared heat), Roasted French Mocha (French oak cooked on high in a convection oven), Toasted French Spice (French oak cooked at both high and low temperatures in a convection oven), and Maker’s 46 (American oak taken from a Maker’s 46 barrel).
Maker’s Mark Private Select TPS
For this Private Select offering, we chose 3 Baked American Pure 2 staves, 3 Seared French Cuvee staves, 3 Roasted French Mocha staves and 1 Toasted French Spice stave. This selection is a perfect marriage of French and American oak that delicately harmonizes with this wheated Bourbon. Perfect neat, on the rocks or take your favorite cocktail to the next level.
Maker’s Mark Private Select “Pomp’s Bocce Barrel”
For this Private Select offering, we teamed up with our friends at Pompilio’s, an iconic fixture here in northern Kentucky, and selected an amazing barrel of Maker’s Mark Private Select – “Pomp’s Bocce Barrel”. Together we chose 4 Seared French Cuvee staves, 4 Roasted French Mocha staves and 2 Toasted French Spice staves. This is an excellent representation of Maker’s Mark and delivers something special. Both The Party Source and Pompilio’s couldn’t be happier to offer this collaboration to you.
Maker’s Mark Private Select “TCSN with TPS”
For this Private Select offering, we teamed up with our friends at The Cure Starts Now, an amazing charity that helps children who are battling cancer and finding a cure. This Maker’s Mark Private Select – “TCSN with TPS” was created with 1 Baked American Pure stave, 1 Seared French Cuvee stave, 2 Maker’s Mark 46 staves, 4 Roasted French Mocha staves and 2 Toasted French Spice staves. This is a great barrel with a great cause behind it and should be a selection on your bar at home.
Each barrel and bottling is unique and a great representation of Maker’s Mark’s commitment to creating a truly individual experience for you. Pick up all three for and taste for yourself.
Glenturret 30 Year Old Douglas Laing XOP
Exceptionally old example of Glenturret, a distillery not often seen as a single malt.
Nose: Warm brown bread with salted butter and thick honey plus green apples and fudge.
Palate: Thick with toffee pieces, creamy porridge and candied orange.
Finish: Barley rich alongside iced buns and a touch of spice and tangy apple juice.
£259.95
23-24 February 2019
Grand Central Hotel, Glasgow
MORE EXHIBITORS CONFIRMED…
Now that The Whisky Show in London is done and dusted, we’re looking forward to 2019 with The Whisky Show: Old & Rare in Glasgow. The dram list is already more impressive than last year’s, and we will be announcing even more fantastic whiskies over the coming weeks – keep your eyes peeled.
We’ve confirmed a selection of new exhibitors for 2019 including world-renowned whisky collector Hideo Yamaoka, leading Edinburgh whisky bar Usquabae and Limburg regular Magnus Fagerström. The drams they’ve already confirmed are spectacular – you can find the current list on our website.
Hundreds of old and rare whiskies to buy by the dram
Two-course brasserie lunch
Tasting Glass
Option to purchase tickets to once-in-a-lifetime masterclasses
THE DETAILS
Saturday 23 – Sunday 24 February 2019
11.30pm-6.30pm
Venue
Grand Central Hotel
99 Gordon St
Glasgow, G1 3SF
Tickets
Saturday – £75
Sunday – £75
Weekend – £135
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Products are offered subject to the following terms and conditions:
1. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.
2. We do not issue physical tickets. When you make your booking, your name will be added to a guest list for the event.
3. In the case of cancellation on part of the organisers, the full ticket price will be refunded to you. We reserve the right to make cancellations up to 24 hours before the event.
Mark’s Whisky Ramblings 217: Johnnie Walker White Walker
Mark Dermul, Belgian whiskyblogger, tries the Johnnie Walker White Walker. You are most likely aware that the television series Game of Thrones is very popular (unless you spent the last few years north of The Wall). Johnnie Walker gladly jumps on that bandwagon with this special release of the ‘White Walker’, bottled at a rather unconventional 41.7% ABV. Mark frowned a bit upon the recommendation to ‘serve it from the freezer’, but that did not stop him from trying it. But at the end of the day, he realized that this is a bottle for the collectors, not so much for the drinkers, as it was unable to fulfill his expectations.
FAMED STREET ARTIST FELIPE PANTONE PARTNERS WITH BALLANTINE’S FOR TRUE MUSIC SERIES
OCTOBER 8th 2018 – Ballantine’s whisky, Europe’s No. 1 Scotch whisky and the world’s No. 2 Scotch whisky, has this month announced Felipe Pantone as the latest True Music Series collaborator following previous partnerships with beatboxer, Reeps One and graphic designers Leif Podhajsky and Dave Ma.
At the cutting edge of street art, Felipe Pantone is an Argentinian-Spanish visual and kinetic artist whose work fuses bold graphics, strong contrasts and vivid colours with mixed typography to create ultra-modern art that often brings music to life.
His work to date has adorned iconic music spaces around the globe including Ushuaia Ibiza Beach Hotel and the Life is Beautiful Music Festival in Las Vegas, as well as featuring in a music video for Anderson Paak and on album artwork for The Stroke’s Julian Casablancas. His latest pieces for Ballantine’s have been inspired by underground club culture, the recording and production process, and music soundwaves.
Featuring his distinctive geometric patterns, vivid colours, holograms and optical art, Felipe has created three inspiring artworks which form this year’s True Music Series limited edition gift packaging for Ballantine’s Finest and Ballantine’s 12 Year Old, which will be available around the world from September.
The True Music Series will take Felipe’s artwork across the globe – from Moscow to Johannesburg via Santiago – to transform a range of different music spaces with the distinctive geometric patterns, vibrant flavour and optical art that form his Ballantine’s limited-edition designs. Felipe’s artwork will connect to sound reactive projectors in each space, creating its own equaliser and allowing musicians to experience a visual representation of the music they produce and play within the space, ensuring a performance experience like no other for music fans.
Felipe Pantone said of the partnership: “I’ve always been surrounded by musicians and collaborating with Ballantine’s – a whisky brand that’s all about music – allowed me to explore a style marked by sound waves and flowing bits, juxtaposed with my signature elements. It’s always a pleasure to work around music artists, the spaces and the fans.”
Tom Elton, Head of Music at Ballantine’s, added: “There are a few artists who are really making waves internationally while creating forward-thinking and truly striking art, and Felipe is definitely one of them. With a passion and affinity for music as well as art, Felipe was an obvious choice for us and we couldn’t be happier with the bold and futuristic gift packs he has produced.
“But the limited-edition packaging is only the beginning; we have some really exciting plans to bring Felipe’s artwork to life in some of the coolest music communities around the world, including Gost Zvuk in Russia, Primavera Fauna in Chile and with Kid Fonque in South Africa – it’s going to be epic.”
The Ballantine’s True Music Series is an annual project that gives uncompromising artists a unique platform to share and visualise music and music scenes that inspire artists and fans worldwide. The latest limited-edition gift packs created by Felipe Pantone will be available globally from September 2018. Find out more, here: http://www.ballantines.com/truemusicseries.
About Ballantine’s
Ballantine’s is the No.1 Scotch whisky in Europe and the No.2 Scotch whisky in the world with the range selling over 70 million bottles a year worldwide. Ballantine’s has won more than 130 trophies and medals at international competitions in the past ten years for its outstanding quality, as a result of its unique richness of character and perfect balance. The range, from Ballantine’s Finest to the exclusive 40 Year Old, is the most extensive in the world of Scotch and is maintained by Master Blender Sandy Hyslop, continuing the brand’s tradition of Master Blenders that dates back to 1827. In 2013, Ballantine’s continued its innovative approach by launching Ballantine’s Brasil, a spirit drink made from selectively cask steeping Scotch whisky with Brazilian lime peel.
Instagram: @Ballantines
Facebook: facebook.com/ballantines
Twitter: twitter.com/ballantines
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ballantines
About Felipe Pantone
Felipe Pantone is an Argentinian-born Spanish graffiti and street artist based in Valencia. Influenced by his apprehension of the digital age and technological advancement, Pantone’s futuristic style uses sharp colours and geometric shapes to capture its viewer. His work has adorned a multitude of iconic music spaces across the globe including the Ushuaia Ibiza Beach Hotel and Life is Beautiful Music Festival in Las Vegas as well as within music videos and album artwork for the likes of The Stroke’s Julian Casablancas and singer-songwriter Anderson Paak.
About Chivas Brothers
Chivas Brothers is the Scotch whisky and premium gin business of Pernod Ricard, the world’s co-leader in wines and spirits. Chivas Brothers’ award-winning portfolio features some of the world’s most revered Scotch whisky brands including Chivas Regal, the world’s first luxury whisky and the No.1 Scotch whisky in China; Ballantine’s, Europe’s No.1 Scotch whisky; The Glenlivet, the world’s No.1 single malt whisky; and Royal Salute, the world’s only exclusively prestige Scotch whisky range. The portfolio also includes two of the world’s leading English gins – Beefeater, the world’s most awarded premium gin, and Plymouth gin – plus a selection of highly acclaimed single malt whiskies, including Aberlour, Longmorn, Scapa, Strathisla and Tormore. The range is completed by a collection of blended Scotch whiskies operating in many of the world’s key whisky markets which includes 100 Pipers, Clan Campbell, Something Special and Passport Scotch.
Twitter: @ChivasNewsRoom
About Pernod Ricard
Pernod Ricard is the world’s n°2 in wines and spirits with consolidated Sales of € 8,682 million in FY16. Created in 1975 by the merger of Ricard and Pernod, the Group has undergone sustained development, based on both organic growth and acquisitions: Seagram (2001), Allied Domecq (2005) and Vin&Sprit (2008). Pernod Ricard holds one of the most prestigious brand portfolios in the sector: Absolut Vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin and Malibu, Mumm and Perrier- Jouët champagnes, as well Jacob’s Creek, Brancott Estate, Campo Viejo and Kenwood wines. Pernod Ricard employs a workforce of 18,500 people and operates through a decentralised organisation, with 6 “Brand Companies” and 85 “Market Companies” established in each key market. Pernod Ricard is strongly committed to a sustainable development policy and encourages responsible consumption. Pernod Ricard’s strategy and ambition are based on 3 key values that guide its expansion: entrepreneurial spirit, mutual trust and a strong sense of ethics.
Just Whisky Auction Live – Amazing Selection of Whisky
Just Whisky are delighted and rather excited to be live with their 59th auction, with a vast array of bottles for your collection, for a wee dram and for the investor. Whatever you are looking for Just Whisky have you covered. The Auction ends Sunday 21th October from 8.00pm (BST)
Chichibu 2010 – 2018 Mizunara Cask No.1000 Number One Drinks
A special bottling from Ichiro’s Malt Chichibu, distilled in 2010 and matured fully in Japanese Mizunara Oak for eight wonderful years before being bottled exclusively for Number One Drinks from single cask number 1000.
Rumoured to be limited to under 300 bottles produced this is one highly collectable offering from Ichiro’s Malt.
Macallan Easter Elchies – 2009
Single sherry hogshead #14016. 2009 release for the Elchies Cask Selection series. Beautifully presented Macallan bottled at full strength normally available only at the distillery.
Glenfarclas 40 Years Old – Warehouse Edition
An award-winning whisky from Glenfarclas, aged for an incredible 40 years and bottled in a presentation box replicated by the unmistakable red warehouse door at Glenfarclas.
John Grant purchased the distillery for £511.19s.0d on the 8th June 1865, Glenfarclas now marks 180 years in production under the Grant family, six generations so far.
TWE Whisky Show 10th Anniversary Series 2018 (Arran 21, BenRiach 28, Ardbeg 18)
2018 saw the 10th anniversary of The Whisky Exchange Whisky Show in London which was bigger and better than previous years. Releasing two sets of bottlings: The Whisky Show 10th Anniversary Series and The Future of Whisky Set, as well as bottlings from Chichibu and Karuizawa.
The 10th Anniversary Series Features:
Arran 21 Year Old – Limited to only 217 bottles
BenRiach 28 Year Old – Limited to only 106 bottles
Ardbeg 18 Year Old – Limited to only 225 bottles
Talisker 40 Years Old 1978 – The Bodega Series
New for 2018. Talisker proudly releases a very special bottling, not only is it bottled at 40 years old but it is the oldest official bottling from the distillery. Limited to only 2,000 bottles, of which only 400 were made available for the UK market.
This is the 1st from Talisker’s Bodega Series, matured in refill American Oak barrels and finished in Delgado Zuleta Sherry casks. Beautifully housed in a wooden box which reflects the arches from a bodega.
You may have noticed some changes going on at The Glenrothes recently. The arrival of our new collection of whiskies presented with some striking colours…you can’t really miss us!
Here at The Glenrothes, we wanted to highlight the importance of sherry seasoning to our whisky by choosing a name inspired by the origins of the finest Sherry. ‘Soleo’ is the natural sun-drying process that was used to prepare grapes to be placed in oak casks. The colours of the collection are inspired by the evolution of the grape as it matures from bright yellow to a rich, deep purple.
Our collection of age statement single malts are matured exclusively in sherry seasoned casks and bottled at natural colour. We’re proud to present The Glenrothes Soleo Collection.
The Glenrothes Soleo Collection will soon be available for purchase directly from our online shop.
The new Soleo Collection consists of a 10, 12 , 18 and 25 year old, alongside a stunning high strength non-age statement – Whisky Makers Cut. We’re already making waves, having won the Chairman’s award recently for The Glenrothes 25 year old, being rated 97 out of 100 ‘extraordinary’ with the ultimate recommendation!
#SpiritOfRothes
‘Spirit of Rothes’ is more than the name of our community. It’s a declaration that captures our approach to life and our love of whisky: no-nonsense, real and dedicated to whisky, above all else. By being signed up to our newsletter, you now have exclusive access to our distillery news and limited edition bottles!
Halloween Limited Edition
Trick or treat? We say treat yourself to one of these, before they all fly away into the night.
As one of the only distilleries in the world next to a graveyard, we’ve always had a special affection for all things ghostly. That’s why we’ve decided to celebrate Halloween this year with a unique special edition single malt.
This Limited Edition is 13 years old, presented in a highly collectible black gloss Glenrothes bottle. The new make spirit was distilled on Halloween 2004, then filled in to casks the next day. Matured in 100% first-fill American Oak sherry-seasoned casks for 13 years, this is a perfectly balanced whisky that delivers notes of vanilla, banana and ginger.
As this whisky sold out so quickly on our shop we wanted to give our Spirit of Rothes community a heads-up that the remainder of the 2,202 limited bottles will be available soon through the following channels: amazon.co.uk (UK) amazon.es (Spain), whisky.de (Germany) and through selected retailers in Taiwan, China and the Philippines.
Keep your eyes peeled!
#SPIRITOFROTHES
Saturday, October 20th, 12-3PM:
Bruichladdich
Trickle Distilled from 100% scottish barley, Bruichladdich distillery’s methods date back to the 19th century – including some of the original Victorian machinery still used today. The process is both time and labor-intensive, but the results are well worth it. Guests will be treated to a variety of Bruichladdich’s highly-rated catalogue, presented by whisky ambassador Trent Simpson.
From Guy Phenix at The WhiskyCrowd;
We are a Glasgow based Whisky start up that want to be the first to crowdfund a whisky cask. We have an amazing ex-Bordeaux cask filled with whisky distilled on Islay and has been maturing for the last 7 years. We are offering up 360 parts that correspond to a bottle, 50cl or 70cl. This enables people to own part of a whisky cask and then get a single cask, 61% hand bottled and labelled whisky from £58 with free UK shipping. When placing your order enter the exclusive Whisky Intelligence discount code WHINT5 to receive £5 off!
More info over at our website www.TheWhiskyCrowd.com or visit them on Twitter at www.twitter.com/TheWhiskyCrowd also on Instagram www.instagram.com/TheWhiskyCrowd
