With Christmas soon approaching, we wanted to make it easy for you to show your appreciation this year with a beautiful whisky gift. For a limited time only, when you add a 70cl bottle of one of our single malt whiskies to your basket, you’ll receive a free branded glencairn whisky glass worth £6.95 which will be added automatically to your basket before checkout (one glass per order). To give your gift that extra special touch, you can also add a complimentary personalised gift note to your order.

Offer ends midnight on Sunday 6th December and is subject to availability.

Don’t forget – there’s also free UK delivery on orders over £25

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Cotswolds Distillery
Phillip’s Field, Whichford Road
Stourton
Shipston-on-Stour, Warwickshire CV36 5EX
United Kingdom

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I never thought I’d have the luck to try, let alone give samples of this stuff away, but here we are. Daftmill. This single cask exclusive for The W Club was gifted to me by the company I work for, quite the surprise in the post! A 2006 vintage, ex-Heaven Hill cask at cask strength! Thank you very much for that! Teeming with classic Lowland flavour but also pushing through with its unbridled power, this single cask is something quite special.

The Important Bit – We’ve also hit 8,000 subscribers as this video launches and it’s been a privilege to interact with you all and share views on these amazing liquids. To thank you, or at least some of you. I’m giving away the rest of this bottle in sample form. All you have to do is message me on Instagram (pdwyer92) or leave a YouTube comment about why you got into whisky and how you found the channel.

Shipping to the US and Canada is going to be very difficult, unfortunately this rules alot of my cross-Atlantic friends. Good luck with the giveaway and again, thanks to all of you! Cheers.

REDBREAST LAUNCHES LIMITED-EDITION BIRD FEEDER IN TIME

FOR WINTER

RAISING FUNDS TO SUPPORT BIRDLIFE INTERNATIONAL* 

Redbreast Irish Whiskey is today launching a limited-edition copper whiskey casing that neatly transforms into a beautiful bird feeder. Following the launch of a partnership with BirdLife International earlier this year, €15 for every limited-edition Redbreast 12 Year Old purchased will be donated to support Redbreast’s and BirdLife International’s joint mission to keep common birds common.

Available from the Redbreast website for €60 (£50), the intricately designed shell sits around a bottle of Redbreast 12-Year-Old, the world’s bestselling and most awarded single pot still Irish whiskey. Once removed from the bottle, the casing can be filled with bird feed and hung in the garden to keep our feathery friends fed as the weather gets colder, protecting common species from becoming endangered. The bird feeder enables whiskey fans to sit back and enjoy a warming drink in the comfort of their own home while watching nature fly by.

“After much anticipation, we are extremely excited to launch the beautifully crafted whiskey casing that has been specially designed to double up as a bird feeder. We worked closely with BirdLife International to ensure the bird feeder honours our mission of helping to protect not only Robins, but all common birds, as we move into the colder months and food begins to become scarce. We are thrilled to provide this at no additional cost to Redbreast fans across the globe and simultaneously further support the work of BirdLife International by donating €15 for each limited edition bottle sold”, explains Laura Hanratty, Head of Prestige and Speciality Brands at Irish Distillers.

With winter fast approaching and at least 40% of all bird species in decline, Redbreast and BirdLife International’s partnership aims to give whiskey lovers the tools they need to help take care of their local birds. The partnership will also raise vital funds to conserve and restore bird habitats and help encourage whiskey-lovers to monitor bird populations so that deeper environmental problems (and successes) can be rapidly identified.

Patricia Zurita, CEO, BirdLife International, shared her thoughts on the new product, “Not only is the whiskey casing beautiful, it will also help support our feathered friends throughout the cold winter by providing them with a valuable source of food. Whether they’re garden birds or migratory birds passing through, all species will benefit from this, not just Robin Redbreasts. This bird feeder will also spread awareness of the simple, yet important, things we can all do to help protect birds whilst also raising vital funds.”

BirdLife International is widely recognised as the world leader in bird conservation, with the charity and its 10 million members and supporters doing all they can to reverse the trend and protect birds. The charity has 100 BirdLife Partners worldwide that strive to conserve birds, habitats and global diversity, as well as working with people and organisations to promote the sustainable use of natural resources.

To find out more about the bird feeder and the partnership between Redbreast Irish Whiskey and BirdLife International, please visit www.redbreastwhiskey.com or www.birdlife.org.

The limited edition Redbreast 12 Year Old with copper bird feeder casing is available to pre-order now from https://www.redbreastwhiskey.com/en-EN/project-wingman at the price of €60 (£50) and will ship in December.

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About Irish Distillers

Irish Distillers is Ireland’s leading supplier of spirits and wines and producer of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys. Led by Jameson, its brands are driving the global renaissance of Irish whiskey. Jameson is the world’s bestselling Irish whiskey, experiencing 30 years of consecutive growth and hitting sales of 68m cases in 2019. Irish Distillers brands are exported to 130+ markets, with over 70 of those experiencing double- or triple-digit growth.

Irish Distillers was formed in 1966, when a merger took place between John Power & Son, John Jameson & Son and Cork Distilleries Company. In 1988, Irish Distillers joined Pernod Ricard, gaining access to unprecedented levels of investment and an extensive global distribution network. Since 2012, Irish Distillers has invested over €250m in Midleton Distillery to double production and bottling capacity to meet global demand for its products.

Irish Distillers employs over 600 people across our operations in Cork, Dublin and Belfast.

About Pernod Ricard

Pernod Ricard is the world’s no.2 in wines and spirits with consolidated Sales of €9,010 million in FY17. 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, Malibu liqueur, Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes, as well Jacob’s Creek, Brancott Estate, Campo Viejo and Kenwood wines. Pernod Ricard employs a workforce of approximately 18,500 people and operates through a decentralised organisation, with 6 “Brand Companies” and 86 “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.

Pernod Ricard is listed on Euronext (Ticker: RI; ISIN code: FR0000120693) and is part of the CAC 40 index.

About BirdLife International

BirdLife International is the world’s largest nature conservation Partnership. Together we are 116 BirdLife Partners worldwide and growing, with almost 11 million supporters, 7,000 local conservation groups and 7,400 staff. BirdLife is widely recognised as the world leader in bird conservation, a United Nations-recognised civil society observer, and our unique local-to-global approach delivers high impact and long-term conservation for the benefit of nature and people. Find out more at www.birdlife.org

Gordon & MacPhail release film serialisation to mark 125^th Anniversary

A series of five short films showcasing behind-the-scenes insights into whisky creator Gordon & MacPhail has been released to mark the company’s 125^th birthday.

The five ‘Chapters’, each around five minutes long, include reflections from influential figures who have played an important role in shaping Gordon & MacPhail’s approach and philosophy, along with appearances from those within the company – past and present.

Each film shares anecdotes from some of Gordon & MacPhail’s partners, collaborators and friends, including Simon Cotton of Johnstons of Elgin, whisky writer Charlie Maclean, Helen Brocklebank of Walpole and Ryder Cup golfer Stephen Gallacher, among many others.

The Chapters also tap into Gordon & MacPhail’s unique knowledge and experience of the industry by exploring what drives desire for rare whiskies and whether the idea of leaving a legacy is still important in modern times.

Stephen Rankin, Gordon & MacPhail’s Director of Prestige said: “In our anniversary year, the ‘Chapters’ series gives the viewer behind the scenes access to our 125 years in the industry, as told by those who know us best.”

The Chapters films are available to view at www.gordonandmacphail.com/chapters, in the following order:

• Chapter 1 – The Value of Values
• Chapter 2 – The Benefits of the Path Less Travelled
• Chapter 3 – The Science of Desire
• Chapter 4 – Whisky Whisperers
• Chapter 5 – Creating Future Legacies

The short films add to Gordon & MacPhail’s wider 125^th year celebrations, including the launch of four ultra-rare commemorative whiskies from lost or closed distilleries – the final of which will be revealed in early December.

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About Gordon & MacPhail Whiskies

For over 125 years, Gordon & MacPhail has been driven by a simple mission: to create single malt Scotch whisky of exceptional quality.

Through four generations of family ownership, the company has matched spirit from over 100 Scottish distilleries to its own bespoke casks.

It is this unique depth and breadth of experience that enables Gordon & MacPhail to combine oak, spirit and time to create a portfolio of iconic whiskies found nowhere else in the world.

• ‘Discovery’–This flavour-led range is the perfect introduction to our portfolio of quality single malt Scotch whiskies
• ‘Distillery Labels’–A range celebrating our long-standing relationships with Scotland’s distilleries
• ‘Connoisseurs Choice’ –The heart of our portfolio. Always unique, these non-chill-filtered, natural coloured, small batch expressions are genuine one-offs.
• ‘Private Collection’–Greatly-aged single malts from celebrated, little-known, or closed distilleries specially selected by members of the Urquhart family
• ‘Generations’–A prestigious collection of old, rare, and exclusive masterpieces

KAMIKI INTENSE WOOD has been awarded “A GOLD Medal ” from Women’s Wine & Spirits Awards 2021

Osaka, JAPAN, 23th November 2020, Kamiki Intense Wood Whisky has been awarded with Gold Medal, from the World’s most important wine & spirit competition judged by women buyers – Women’s Wine & Spirits Awards 2021.

About.Kamiki Intense Wood Whisky

Kamiki INTENSE is an exclusive version of Kamiki ORIGINAL whisky has a smooth taste, complex flavor and driven by pure malted barley. There is no age statement on the product. It has been aged in oak barrels minimum of three years and second aged in non-charred local cedar casks longer than Kamiki ORIGINAL for bolder taste lovers For further information please visit www.kamikiwhisky.com

About Women’s Wine & Spirits Awards:

100 of the World’s most influential Female Buyers and Hoteliers Judge the Women’s Wine & Spirits Awards – the Most Important Wine & Spirits Awards Judged by Women Buyers. For further information please visit www.wineawards.org

Morrison Distillers New Releases

Strathmill 2009 Carn Mor Oloroso & STR Wine £52.99

Glenlossie 2007 Carn Mor Sherry Hogshead £60.00

Mortlach 2007 Carn Mor Oloroso £68.80

Bunnahabhain 2005 Celebration of the Cask £128.00

New Whiskies from Carn Mor & James Eadie

Richly sherried new releases freshly bottled by Morrison Distillers and new to TWB the James Eadie series. One bottle per person!

Shop – All New Arrivals

Welcome to this weeks episode of the show in which I’ll be looking at a selection of new releases from the Independent bottler The Sipping Shed.

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NEW WORLD AUCTION RECORD FOR A WHISKY SERIES

HANYU ICHIRO’S ‘FULL CARD SERIES’ WHISKY FROM

CLUB QING SOLD AT BONHAMS HONG KONG FOR A COMBINED TOTAL OF HK$11,890,360/ US$1,520,000

Hanyu Ichiro’s Full Card Series whisky from Club Qing

(Four of the 54 bottles)

Today at Bonhams Fine & Rare Wine and Whisky sale in Hong Kong, the Hanyu Ichiro ‘Full Card Series’ whisky of 54 bottles sold for a sweeping combined total of HK$11,890,360/ US$1,520,000, setting a new world auction record for a whisky series. The legendary set was previously a two-time world-record setter for the most expensive series of Japanese whisky at auction, also established by Bonhams in 2015 (for HK$3,797,500) and 2019 (for HK$7,192,000) respectively.

Daniel Lam, Bonhams’ Director of Wine & Spirits, Asia, commented: “Today, Japanese whisky set a new market high point. We are thrilled to establish yet another world auction record with the Hanyu ‘Full Card Series.’ The bidding for the 54 lots was spirited and global, with strong participation from young collectors under 40 years old. This fully demonstrates the universal appeal of whisky, and the deep market appetite for what is now ready to be one of the most collectable categories for the next generation.” 

Hanyu Distillery and the ‘Full Card Series’

Founded in 1941 by Isouji Akuto, a 19^th generation descendant of a long line of sake brewers producing Scotch-style malt whisky, the Hanyu distillery ceased production in 2000. But not before Ichiro Akuto, grandson of Isouji, stepped in to secure the 400 premium whisky casks left from the distillery. An avid whisky lover like his grandfather, Ichiro personally selected the prized amber liquid to be bottled for each ‘card’ released between 2005 and 2014, ensuring that the Hanyu legend lives on.

The Club Qing Collection

On offer this time was the reputable collection from Club Qing, a world-acclaimed whisky bar in Hong Kong specialising in Japanese whisky and rare old Scotch whisky, founded by Mr. Aaron Chan in 2015. Over the past five years, this collection has been admired as a centerpiece in the bar and a destination piece by thousands of whisky aficionados from around the globe.

Mr. Aaron Chan formed his collection over a decade prior to the bar’s opening, sourcing each of the 54 bottles – including many ultra-rare first-editions – globally before they became available in the auction market.

Quick stats:

Hanyu Ichiro’s ‘Full Card Series’ whisky from the Club Qing Collection

·         All 54 lots 100% sold

·         Combined total: HK$11,890,360/ US$1,520,000

·         Pre-sale total estimate: HK$6,380,000-9,780,000

·         Four first-edition bottles far exceeded expectations:

o    Hanyu Ichiro’s Malt-King of Diamonds, 1 of 124 bottles Sold for HK$ 620,000. Estimate: HK$ 300,000 – 500,00.

o    Hanyu Ichiro’s Malt-Jack of Clubs, 1 of 124 bottles Sold for HK$ 744,000. Estimate: HK$ 250,000 – 350,000

o    Hanyu Ichiro’s Malt-Queen of Hearts, 1 of 125 bottles Sold for HK$ 682,000. Estimate: HK$250,000 – 350,000

o    Hanyu Ichiro’s Malt-Ace of Spades, 1 of 122 bottles Sold for HK$ 682,000. Estimate: HK$300,000 – 500,000

Fine and Rare Wine and Whisky Auction date: 20 – 21 NovemberAuction venue: Bonhams Hong Kong Saleroom, 20/F, One Pacific Place, Admiralty, Hong Kong

NOTES

Bonhams, founded in 1793, is one of the world’s largest and most renowned auctioneers, offering fine art and antiques, motor cars and jewellery. The main salerooms are in London, New York, Los Angeles and Hong Kong, with auctions also held in Knightsbridge, Edinburgh, Paris, San Francisco and Sydney. With a worldwide network of offices and regional representatives in 22 countries, Bonhams offers advice and valuation services in 60 specialist areas. For a full list of forthcoming auctions, plus details of Bonhams specialist departments, please visit bonhams.com. bonhams.com

KAMIKI INTENSE WOOD has been awarded “BEST IN SHOW” from Sunset International Spirits Competition.

Osaka, JAPAN, 23th November 2020, Kamiki Intense Wood whisky is awarded Best in Show in Luxury Japanese Whisky category, from one of the important international competitions which is sponsored by Sunset Magazine, the leading media brand of the Western lifestyle – Sunset International Spirits Competition 2020!

About.Kamiki Intense Wood Whisky

Kamiki INTENSE is an exclusive version of Kamiki ORIGINAL whisky has a smooth taste, complex flavor and driven by pure malted barley. There is no age statement on the product. It has been aged in oak barrels minimum of three years and second aged in non-charred local cedar casks longer than Kamiki ORIGINAL for bolder taste lovers.

For further information please visit www.kamikiwhisky.com

About Sunset International Spirits Competition 2020:

SUNSET Magazine, the leading media brand of the Western lifestyle, is the proud sponsor of the Sunset International Wine Competition and Sunset International Spirits Competition. For further information please visit: https://www.winecompetitions.com/