Archive for April, 2019

The Good Dram Show – Episode 310 ‘Penderyn’ – Welsh Whisky News

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Welcome to this week’s episode of the show. This week I’ll be reviewing the latest ‘Icons of Wales’ Release from Penderyn as well as having another look at their core range.

https://youtu.be/0rR8aPf5Ef4

JACK DANIEL’S ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF NO. 27 GOLD TENNESSEE WHISKEY ACROSS UNITED STATES – American Whiskey News

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JACK DANIEL’S ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF NO. 27 GOLD TENNESSEE WHISKEY ACROSS UNITED STATES

Double Barreled and Double Mellowed Expression of Jack Daniel’s Now Available Nationwide 

LYNCHBURG, Tenn., (April 15, 2019) – After its initial launch as a travel retail exclusive item and select markets in Asia, Jack Daniel’s is officially introducing Jack Daniel’s No. 27 Gold Tennessee Whiskey to the United States.

A double-barreled and double-mellowed expression of its classic Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey, the premium bottle brings a fusion between warm maple and toasted oak to create a rich and refined finish suited for today’s whiskey aficionado.

Representative of the skill and craftsmanship of the Jack Daniel Distillery, the process first begins with maturation in new charred American white oak barrels. Once these barrels are determined to be fully matured, they are removed from the barrelhouse and the whiskey is placed into maple wood barrels. The final step is a second time charcoal mellowing before being bottled.

“Jack Daniel’s No. 27 Gold pays homage to our distillery’s golden rule of, ‘Every day we make it, we’ll make it the best we can,” said Jack Daniel’s Master Distiller Jeff Arnett. “The natural amber hue, along with a scent of toasted oak and honey, offer an intricate texture and taste, making this whiskey a very distinct and luxury product.”

Due to the extra time and attention required to craft this ultra-smooth spirit, Jack Daniel’s No. 27 Gold Tennessee Whiskey was previously only available in select markets. This product launch emphasizes Jack Daniel’s continuous commitment of making high quality whiskeys fully available to a wider consumer. Best enjoyed neat or on the rocks, the product is now available across the United States for a suggested retail price of $99.99. For more information on Jack Daniel’s No. 27 Gold Tennessee Whiskey, visit www.jackdaniels.com.

About Jack Daniel’s No. 27 Gold Tennessee Whiskey

Jack Daniel’s No. 27 Gold Tennessee Whiskey is a luxury expression of Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey. Its name, “27,” celebrates the twice barreled, twice mellowing process where maple barrels impart a rich, smooth and luxurious whiskey experience. Jack Daniel’s is the maker of the world-famous Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey, Gentleman Jack Double Mellowed Tennessee Whiskey, Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Tennessee Whiskey, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Fire, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Rye and Jack Daniel’s Country Cocktails.

“Please sip responsibly.”

JACK DANIEL’S NO. 27 GOLD TENNESSEE WHISKEY is a registered trademark of JACK DANIEL PROPERTIES INC. ©2019. Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, 40% ALC./VOL.(80 proof). Distilled and Bottled by JACK DANIEL DISTILLERY, Lynchburg, TENNESSEE, U.S.A.

NEW HEBRIDEAN WHISKY FESTIVAL LAUNCHES FEATURING ISLE OF RAASAY DISTILLERY – Scotch Whisky News

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 NEW HEBRIDEAN WHISKY FESTIVAL LAUNCHES FEATURING ISLE OF RAASAY DISTILLERY

The first ever Hebridean Whisky Festival is to take place across the islands of Skye, Raasay and Harris between 21st-25th May 2019.

Spread between the four distilleries along the Hebridean Whisky Trail, the festival will feature free tours, tastings, music, casks and special events at Talisker, Torabhaig, Isle of Raasay and Harris distilleries and the Aros Centre, Portree.

Launched in 2018, the Hebridean Whisky Trail is a spectacular 115-mile route set amidst Skye’s stunning Cuillin mountains, Raasay’s beautiful coastline and seascapes and the famous white sandy shores of Harris At the Isle of Raasay Distillery on Thursday 23rd May 2019, whisky pilgrims can hop across the water to the youngest distillery on the Hebridean Whisky Trail for the launch of the exclusive new warehouse and whisky and chocolate tours.

This fantastic experience will take visitors to the inner sanctum of the distillery’s cask warehouse filled with the aroma of spirit maturing in Bordeaux, virgin oak and rye whisky casks.

Seasoned whisky connoisseurs and intrepid island explorers alike can enjoy the spectacular views from the warehouse terrace above the distillery across to the Cuillin mountains on Skye. Those with a sweet tooth can also enjoy the launch of the distillery’s new whisky and chocolate tour with delicious pairings of whisky and chocolate by Finlay MacDonald’s Glenshiel Chocolate Company.

The festival kicks off with two days on Skye at Torabhaig Distillery on Tuesday 21st May followed by events at Talisker, the oldest distillery on the trail, on Wednesday 22nd. Raasay Distillery on Thursday 23rd and then you can follow the self-guided whisky trail route up to Isle of Harris Distillery on Friday 24th May. Meanwhile in Portree the Aros Centre will showcase the distilleries at a special Hebridean Whisky Festival tasting stand for the duration of the festival.

The festival finale is the ‘Big Day at Slig’ taking place at the Sligachan Hotel on Saturday 25th May in Skye. Here all four distilleries will come together in one place for a day of whisky tastings, Hebridean Whisky cocktails, Distillery vehicles, cask displays, craft ales and a visit from the Isle of Skye pipe band. The festival will offer a chance to try all the spirits, as well as other local brews from Cuillin Brewery, sweet treats from the likes of Chocolates of Glenshiel and delicacies from the Skye Smokehouse. The festival will conclude in true Hebridean style with a ceilidh into the night at the Sligachan Hotel. These events are free entry and festival-goers can or choose to experience part of the festival or follow the full trail over five days by land or sea.

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The trail can be followed by land or sea with three CalMac ferry crossings linking the destinations as well as yacht berthing facilities near to each distillery. By sea, the Trail can be charted clockwise or anti-clockwise around Skye. Intrepid sea-farers can set sail from any of the four distilleries from points north, south, east or west. Road travellers can begin their journey either by crossing over the Skye Bridge at Kyle, or start at the Trail’s northernmost point on Harris, or its southernmost point at Torabhaig on Skye’s Sleat peninsula. Raasay is only a short 25-minute ferry journey from Sconser on Skye and the distillery is a short stroll from Raasay ferry terminal.

The Hebridean Whisky Trail’s total length is 115.2 miles.

Distances between each distillery:

Armadale–Torabhaig 4.2miles

Torabhaig–Talisker 36.1 Miles

Talisker –Raasay 14.5 miles

Raasay–Harris 60.4 miles

Contact information:

Raasay Distillery: harriet@kapranos-pr.com

Talisker Distillery: Susan.MacLean@diageo.com

Torabhaig Distillery: anne@torabhaig.com

Isle of Harris Distillery: shona.macleod@harrisdistillery.com

Scotch Whisky Association: pressoffice@swa.org

www.hebrideanwhisky.com

www.Calmac.com

www.scotch-whisky.org.uk

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T: 01478 470178

Opening times: 10am – 5pm

Instagram/ Facebook: @raasaydistillery, Twitter: @RaasayWhisky, YouTube: bit.ly/raasayyoutube

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DALMORE 45 YEAR OLD at The Whisky Shop – Scotch Whisky News

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This Highland single malt from The Dalmore has been crafted by Master Distiller, Richard Paterson, using some of the distillery’s rarest and most exceptional whiskies. Matured in American white oak ex-bourbon casks before spending five years in 1961 and 1963 vintage Colheita port pipes, the whisky is then married together and finished in first-fill American white oak ex-bourbon casks. The result is a 45 year old single malt that is smooth and complex with a tremendous finish.

The nose has rich molasses and toffee, with treacle cake and blood oranges, almonds and fresh coffee. The palate has a soft liquorice note alongside red berries, hazelnuts and dark chocolate, all dripping in Manuka honey. The finish has Bramley apples and juicy dates lingering.

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Scotch Malt Whisky Society “Join in our Spring Clean” – Scotch Whisky News

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We’ve been dusting down our warehouse to make room for all our exceptional single casks and uncovered some fantastic new bottlings. We’re so excited to bring you these extraordinary flavours, we just couldn’t wait to put them up online. What’s more, we’re feeling so generous, that you’ll find a cheeky Spring discount on each one.

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

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ralfy review 773 – Benriach 12yo Sherry Wood @ 46%vol – Scotch Whisky News

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Kingsbarns Distillery Toasts Single Cask Sales Success – Scotch Whisky News

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Kingsbarns Distillery Toasts Single Cask Sales Success

Fife’s Kingsbarns Distillery is celebrating a milestone this month with news that the first of a new series of single cask malt whiskies has sold out – just weeks after its release.

Launched in mid-March exclusively to the distillery’s Founders’ Club members and online customers, the eagerly awaited expression sold a remarkable 204 bottles in less than 24 hours, with the remainder of this limited edition bottling being snapped up soon afterwards.

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Kingsbarns Single Cask No 360 is the first of a new single cask series from the small East Neuk-based distillery, launched to showcase the distinctive, light and fruity Lowland style of its single malt whisky in specific barrels.

Laid down in 2015 in a first fill American oak barrel, this cask strength release is bottled at 60.9% ABV. On the nose the whisky’s sweet floral scent has notes of custard and vanilla, whilst on the palate there is cream soda with a little ‘fizz’ of lemon sherbet.

Packaged in soft shades of blue and gold to symbolise the natural elements of the whisky’s picturesque Fife home, the bottle also features Kingsbarns’ signature pigeon motif to represent the historic ‘doocot’ (Scots for dovecot) that sits at the heart of the distillery.

The release of Single Cask No 360 follows a successful start to the year for Kingsbarns Distillery, which saw the founding Wemyss family officially launch their flagship expression, Kingsbarns ‘Dream to Dram’, back in January.

Named to celebrate the realisation of their dream to craft fine single malt whisky in their Fife home, the new dram has already made its mark with strong sales and positive feedback for its light, fruity style – with leading whisky experts noting its huge potential in the single malt market.

The Kingsbarns Founders’ Club has also seen a significant increase in membership as the popularity of Lowland style single malts continues to grow. Open to just 3000 members, the club offers a unique chance to be part of the growth and success of this ambitious young distillery, as well as securing exclusive and collectable expressions when they are released.

Kingsbarns Distillery Manager, Peter Holroyd commented: ‘The success of our first single cask release is incredibly exciting and is a real testament to our team’s skill, passion and dedication. Over recent years, there has been a growing interest in the once overlooked Lowlands whisky region, and we are very proud to be championing the area and introducing the light, balanced character and fresh style of our Kingsbarns whisky to the world. 

‘Just like our flagship malt expression, the new single cask range is expertly handcrafted using local Fife barley, rich mineral water from the land beneath us, expertly chosen wood and the distillery’s long, slow production process in copper pot stills. This is what sits at the heart of our whisky and will never change, as we look forward to releasing more expressions and single cask releases in the not too distant future.’ 

Whilst Kingsbarns Single Cask No 360 is now sold out, visitors to the Distillery can purchase a bottle of sister cask 358 which is sold exclusively in the Visitor Centre shop.

www.kingsbarnsdistillery.com

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Kingsbarns Distillery began life as a semi-derelict farm steading – built around 1800 by Thomas Erskine, the ninth Earl of Kellie, as part of East Newhall Farm to service the adjoining Cambo Estate. Its centrepiece is a doocot, made with over 600 neatly formed terracotta nesting boxes which, at the time, would have housed pigeons to supply the laird’s kitchen with meat and eggs.

A three year restoration project involving specialist architects, engineers, designers and whisky specialists restored this historic building into the beautiful distillery and visitor centre that is now in place today – including the immaculately restored doocot in pride of place.

The distillery has 4 washbacks and 2 stills (wash still 7.5k litres, spirit still 4.5k litres) which have been designed to fit snugly into the low distillery space, using long lyne arms for maximum copper contact. The distillery has a capacity of 34 barrels per week and can produce 200k litres of alcohol per year.

The Kingsbarns team is aiming to make the distillery as green as possible and sustainability is at the heart of production. Nothing is wasted and everything goes back into the local environment to the benefit of local businesses.

Distiller Peter Holroyd has been at the helm of distillation since the very beginning, sharing his passion for whisky and turning the Kingsbarns dream into a reality with the Wemyss family. A native of Glasgow, Peter graduated from the Heriot Watt Brewing and Distilling Course in Edinburgh, working in a number of small breweries before joining the Kingsbarns Team in his first whisky role.

The Kingsbarns Distillery Founders’ Club was launched on the first anniversary of the Distillery on 30th November 2015 and is still open for membership.  Members enjoy a welcome pack with a small bottle of Kingsbarns New Make Spirit, a glass and membership badge, plus five exclusive bottles of cask strength single malt whisky, including the distillery’s inaugural Founders’ Reserve expression.

The Wemyss Family drinks portfolio 

Wemyss Malts: Edinburgh based independent bottler, Wemyss Malts is owned by the Wemyss family. Their family seat is Wemyss Castle in Fife where they’ve lived since the 1300s.  Wemyss Malts is primarily known for its award-winning range of blended malt Scotch Whisky which uses names inspired by the natural flavours and aromas of the whiskies: The Hive, Spice King and Peat Chimney. www.wemyssmalts.com. 

Darnley’s Gin: The family also own and produce Darnley’s Gin at the Kingsbarns Distillery site in Fife. Darnley’s Gin offers tours and tastings in a converted cottage with a Gin School where visitors can distil their own bottle of gin on a mini still www.darnleysgin.com. 

Rimauresq: to complete the drinks portfolio, the Wemyss Family own the premium wine estate of Rimauresq Cru Classé in Cotes de Provence www.rimauresq.eu.

Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival combines great drams and the great outdoors

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Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival combines great drams and the great outdoors

Scotland’s national drink is intrinsically linked to the landscape in which it is produced – and now the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival is bringing the two together in a series of events which celebrate both the amber nectar and the great outdoors.

Event providers have pulled out all the stops to deliver on their promise to ensure the Festival, which takes place from May 1 to 6, provides something for everyone by organising a range of whisky-themed outdoor activities.

From golf outings and geocaching to canoe trips and trail runs, visitors to this year’s Festival can spend every day surrounded by stunning scenery, learning about history, heritage and how geography influences Speyside’s drams.

Festival chairman James Campbell said: “With over 660 events on the Festival programme, this year is the biggest on record. It is also the most varied programme that I have ever seen, with some very imaginative and innovative activities planned.

“If anyone thought that the only thing to do at a whisky festival was to enjoy a dram or visit a distillery, this year’s programme completely dispels that perception. The Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival is very much about having fun while creating great memories – and these events will certainly deliver.”

One of the more unusual events is Secrets of Spynie on May 4 which combines walking and canoeing. During their guided journey by foot and by voyageur canoe, visitors will be able to learn about the 1,500-year history of the Laich of Moray where much of the barley used in local whisky is grown.

Guides will also be sharing the story of Macbeth, the history of Spynie Canal and will visit Spynie Palace, which dates back to medieval times.  This is an easy to moderate activity which is suitable for all.

Visitors can also enjoy a dram against the backdrop of one of Speyside’s most photographed attractions – Craigellachie Bridge. John Dewar & Sons, which operates nearby Craigellachie Distillery, will be hosting Scottish Aperitivo hour at the iconic landmark on May 4 and 5 at 6pm.

Complimentary drams of some very special Craigellachie and Aultmore single malt whisky will be served at the free event, which is designed to get people to stop, think and simply enjoy a dram in beautiful countryside.

Dog lovers will revel in the hunt to find Rebel, the missing Murray McDavid dog. This treasure hunt with a difference takes place on May 5 and will task visitors with finding 10 wee ‘Westies’ that have wandered off into the Speyside countryside.

Participants will get a map of where the dogs were last spotted – and every map can be redeemed against a 5cl miniature. However, the Murray McDavid team will ensure that those who are able to reunite Rebel with his owners are richly rewarded with a bottle of whisky.

The Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival takes place in locations across the region – the spiritual home of Scotland’s whisky industry – from May 1 to 6. Over 660 events are on offer during the six days, including exclusive behind-the-scenes tours, whisky nosing and tasting, food pairing and outdoor and heritage activities.

The programme is designed to appeal to people of all levels of interest in whisky, from the connoisseurs who have a deep-rooted passion for Scotland’s national drink to those who have never tasted it before. While many events are ticketed, some are free – and it is possible to enjoy the excitement and atmosphere of the Festival without touching a drop.

Tickets for individual events are on sale now at www.spiritofspeyside.com with regular updates on social media: facebook.com/whiskyfestival and Twitter and Instagram @spirit_speyside

Picture caption: Craigellachie Bridge is an iconic location in Speyside, where visitors to the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival will find whisky galore.

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Kick-start Bourbon Season with Three Amazing K&L Exclusives – American Whiskey News

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Kick-start Bourbon Season with Three Amazing Exclusives

The light at the end of the bourbon shortage tunnel is finally growing brighter. While options and age statements have disappeared from the broad market over the last few years, the strong relationships K&L has built over the past decade have paid off in the ability to continue sourcing extremely high-quality bourbon casks. With everyone scrambling to increase production capacity, we are finally entering a new era of availability in premium single casks. Our recent Kentucky adventures yielded a record 20 casks, some from producers we haven’t seen a barrel from in years, which we will be rolling out all summer long. Fortunately, to kick-start bourbon season we have three exceptional bottlings from three different producers.

Elijah Craig, from the Heaven Hill Distillery, has been a stalwart of exceptional whiskey at affordable prices throughout the years. For a mere $30 bucks, you can have nearly 10-year-old bourbon made by the largest family-owned distillery in Kentucky. There is no better single cask program in Kentucky in terms of price/quality ratio.

Old Forester, the darling of Brown-Forman’s portfolio, has also managed to produce exceptional single casks at terrific prices. They retain some old school production techniques at the Shively plant that most bourbon producers have forgone in favor of more efficient, modern methods. The result is a full and rich bourbon that tastes like a step back in time.

Except for Four Roses, no major Kentucky producer bottles a proper cask-strength barrel for their single barrel programs. Fortunately, for those who love the extra punch of high ABV, the Tom Moore (Barton) Distillery in Bardstown releases some of the most pure and intense high rye bourbon available in single cask form, and 1792 leads the way in full proof casks, bottled at 62.5% ABV. Their distillery-bottled Full Proof release won World’s Best Bourbon from World Whiskies Awards in 2018. We’ve spent a lot of effort to source the best full proof casks we can get our hands on from this famous brand.

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Elijah Craig K&L Exclusive Single Barrel #5325830 Bourbon 750ml (ships as a 1.5L) ($29.99)

The history of Elijah Craig is the history of Bourbon. Reverend Elijah Craig was a Baptist preacher and active character in 1800s Kentucky. He was an educator, road builder, land speculator, and built the first paper and wool mills in Georgetown, KY. But it was his gift as a distiller and entrepreneur that established his place in history as The Father of Bourbon. How did Elijah Craig become credited with pioneering the charring of the oak barrels used to age Bourbon? We’re actually not entirely sure. A lot of the history is lost, and there are several versions of the story. One account tells of an accidental fire in Elijah’s mill, which charred the wooden barrels and changed the whiskey inside. It makes for a great story at your next Bourbon tasting, doesn’t it? Other accounts speak of Elijah storing his wares in former sugar barrels, and becoming impressed with how the charring of the barrels improved the flavor. The truth is, no one really knows how Elijah began charring his barrels, but once he figured it out, it’s easy to understand why he continued to develop the process and changed Bourbon making forever. Inside, the clear, un-aged corn liquor becomes transformed into a bold amber liquid with a distinctively smooth flavor that makes Bourbon what it is. We rarely get access to Heaven Hill single barrels, but when we do, we snap them up. We expect a lot of people to do the same. This barrel is 9 years old from Warehouse W, 6th floor. 134pf when pulled for bottling at 47%.

Andrew Whiteley | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: April 06, 2019

One of Heaven Hill’s finest barrel programs is Elijah Craig. Always a huge hit, these barrels are luscious, rich, and absurdly inexpensive for the very high quality. This barrel clocks in just under 10 years old and is packed with dark caramel, candied corn, a touch of fresh baked bread, and a lingering spicy finish. Great bourbon shouldn’t be expensive. EC single barrels hit the hammer on the head for an old fashioned value proposition.

Neal Fischer | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: April 08, 2019

If you know you’re normally a fan of Elijah Craig’s style then this will be right up your alley. Our K&L single barrel pick has those rich caramel notes that Craig is known for. Nice scents of vanilla, well-toasted oak, and cherry candy meet the nose. What sets this barrel apart from the standard Craig is more fresh black pepper spice, buttery popcorn, some dustiness, and a stroke of menthol. On the palate, the spice announces itself first, followed by the burnt wood flavors, then it moves on to drippy caramel territory. The finish is decidedly woody with a touch of spice.

Stefanie Juelsgaard | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: April 06, 2019

This is the classic Bourbon you’ve been looking for from the premier producer in Kentucky. Sure to please with its sweet toffee note, caramel corn, hint of pepper, and long finish. Though there is richness, it doesn’t feel heavy or too hot, but fresh and super smooth. This is the perfect bottling for novices and old hands alike.

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Old Forester K&L Exclusive Single Barrel #4093 (Warehouse H, Floor 5) Straight Kentucky Bourbon Whisky (750ml) ($39.99)

Another stupendous cask from the excellent distillery in the Louisville-adjacent neighborhood of Shively. The old facility is one of the most authentic, using several practices now eschewed by modern distillers, including a proper souring element and an old school thumper. The thumper is an unusual style of doubler (pot still component of bourbon distillation that takes the first run up to final proof) where the alcoholic steam from the beer striping run (column still) is injected directly into a pot of water. The steam heats the water to boiling, and the resulting quick condensation creates a loud bang or thump. The whiskies are then aged in the old patent warehouse for 4-6 seasons. They’re very cagey with the actual bottle ages here, but these are not the oldest whiskies on the shelf. They do see a number of seasons of steam heated aging in the winter time, which adds depth and softens the bourbons. All together, the result is one of the most interesting and drinkable single barrel releases on the market. Expect a nose of stewed fruit, old exotic wood, wild flower honey, and sweet maple syrup. The palate starts very soft and sweet with a warming spice that keeps it incredibly balanced and lifts this whiskey up for a long, lingering finish of baking spice and roasted orchard fruit.

Andrew Whiteley | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: April 18, 2019

A beautiful sweet cherry note sits on top of the bouquet of this whiskey. As you go deeper into the whiskey the layers of wood spice, dark cocoa powder, and caramelized sugar unfold. The palate is exceptionally soft and approachable, almost velvety in texture. One of the most easy drinking, yet fully flavored whiskies on our shelf at any price.

David Othenin-Girard | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: April 18, 2019

Old Forester is finally starting to get the recognition as a brand that it really deserves. After years playing second fiddle to Jack and Woodford at Brown-Forman, the whisky brand that started it all is back in a serious way. They’re Whisky Row series is picking up fans across the country and selling about as quickly as any of the other Special Releases from Buffalo Trace or Four Roses, but they instead of being completely unavailable, they’re in stock with relative regularity and priced for drinkers not collectors. Their stalwart 100 proof remains one of the very best values in bourbon today, but it is these single barrels where the whisky truly shines. The nose here is a concoction of exotic wood, maple drizzled fruit compote, roasted vanilla and candied cherries. On the palate, surprisingly spicy with the sweetness only building at the very end. The finish is soft as can, but not boring and ends on a somewhat distinct chocolate covered cherry note. Zero bite, but not cloying. It really is incredible what they’re able to do in the patent warehouse in 5-6 short years. I’d pay double to have this at cask strength, but this has guts enough to hold the attention of even the staunchest purist.

1792 “Full Proof” K&L Exclusive Single Barrel #3087 Kentucky Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) ($49.99)

Sazerac’s “other” distillery is the legendary Tom Moore (Barton) facility in Bardstown, one of the few programs in Kentucky that actually allows private barrels bottled at full proof. This 62.5% ABV monster is a high rye mash bill, yet it shows an incredible amount of sweetness, dark caramel, and butterscotch. Our previous two 1792 barrels sold out in moments. With a sweeter, rounder profile, we doubt this barrel will last much longer.

Andrew Whiteley | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: April 18, 2019

A wildly expressive nose of sweet corn and spicy rye jumps out of the glass. Cool mint and touch of dill squeeze past the gobs of intense caramel and toasted sugar. Like a perfectly balanced dessert, one sip and you’ve got an explosion of flavor and sweetness, but never a cloying or lingering finish. A bit of pepper spice kicks up the back end of the palate and intensifies the entry by pulling all of the sweetness down your tongue. Work a few drops of water into your glass and everything broadens to coat your entire palate without losing intensity of flavor.

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Whisky Hammer April 2019 Auction Ends Soon! – Whisky Auction News

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APRIL AUCTION ENDS SOON!
(ends Sunday 28th April)

…place your bids at www.whiskyhammer.co.uk

With an incredible selection of whiskies and other fine spirits there is certainly something for everyone – whether you are looking to collect, invest, enjoy!

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