HOUSE OF SUNTORY ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF EXCLUSIVE TRAINING PROGRAM LED BY UK BRAND AMBASSADOR JAMES BOWKER 

The DOJO program will return for a second year and aims to educate select bartenders on the art of Japanese bartending 

London, 2^nd July 2021 – House of Suntory has announced the return of its advocacy programme which will educate bartenders on their premium portfolio of craft spirits Toki Whisky and Hibiki Whisky.

DOJO, which translates as ‘a place to master the way’, is a first-of-its kind program that seeks to engage with bartenders to not only improve their skillset, but deepen their understanding of the philosophy and customs that embody The House of Suntory’s roots in Japanese craftsmanship.

Led by House of Suntory’s Brand Ambassador, James Bowker, the DOJO programme will be supported by traditional Japanese Craft Masters. Together they will provide best-in-class education in Japanese culture, craft and bartending, centring on the three key pillars of House of Suntory: Hibiki, Omotenashi and Monozukuri.

Between June and September, the Japanese Craft Masters will each present an online masterclass with James Bowker.

Hosted by renowned Ikebana Artist, Keiko Smith, the Ikebana Masterclass took place on 21st June 2021, focusing on Japanese aesthetics and beauty.

On the 19th of July 2021, Master Sushi Instructor Izumi Nakamura and Japanese seasoning expert Stuart Turner will host a Sushi Masterclass exploring balance and seasoning.

23rd August 2021 will see Sake Sommelier, Erika Haigh, owner of Bar Moto, and Head Sommelier of Restaurant Story, Jonathan Kleeman, combine forces to teach the art of flavour matching during the Pairing Masterclass, which will also include a tasting of the blending components of Toki

To conclude the DOJO Masterclass Series on 20th September 2021, House of Suntory are collaborating with leading Urasenke Tea Master, Genshitsu Sen, to curate a Tea Ceremony Masterclass, centering on hospitality and guest experience. In addition, James Bowker and Zoran Peric will host a tasting of Hibiki components following an advanced ice carving tutorial.

In addition to this and in the spirit of traditional DOJO training, participants will also be able to take part in Kaizen Challenges, inspired by the idea of Kaizen – continual refinement – wherein participants will demonstrate their newfound skills and apply them to a classic cocktail. The participants who display the most commitment and personal development will be invited to a grand finale where House of Suntory will select the strongest DOJO apprentices to join them for a one-of-a-kind trip to Japan.

Commenting on the re-launch, James Bowker, UK Brand Ambassador for the House of Suntory said: “We are extremely proud to bring back DOJO for a second year. The programme is a great opportunity to engage with bartenders across the country and share with them the three pillars behind the House of Suntory brand that makes it so unique. Educating bartenders on Japanese culture has always been a passion of mine and I cannot wait to welcome the next cohort of Dojo ambassadors.”

For more information on DOJO, please visit www.suntorydojo.com  

Notes

The three pillars of House of Suntory include:

Hibiki – being in harmony with Japanese nature

Omotenashi – the enjoyed experiences of Japanese Hospitality and culture

Monozukuri – elevated Japanese Craftsmanship; and this programme will educate bartenders on all of these principles

About Edrington-Beam Suntory Distribution UK

Edrington-Beam Suntory Distribution UK is one of the UK’s biggest sprits sales, marketing, and distribution companies. It is a joint-venture company jointly owned by Edrington and Beam Suntory.

Edrington-Beam Suntory UK represents leading spirit brands in categories including:

• Blended Scotch (The Famous Grouse, Naked Grouse)
• Malt whisky (Highland Park, Laphroaig, The Macallan and Bowmore)
• Bourbon (Jim Beam, Maker’s Mark and Knob Creek)
• Imported whiskies (Canadian Club and Kilbeggan Irish whiskey)

ABOUT SUNTORY 

Suntory was established in 1899 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Since 1923, as the pioneer of Japanese whisky, Suntory Whisky has been renowned for its House of Master Blenders and for their Art of Blending. The founding father of Japanese whisky, Shinjiro Torii, built Japan’s first malt whisky distillery in Yamazaki. Nestled in the outskirts of Kyoto, this region was the birthplace of the traditional Japanese tea ceremony and is known for the purity of its waters. Torii dreamt of creating an authentically Japanese whisky by choosing a terrain and climate completely different to that of Scotland, thereby cultivating unique conditions for maturation.

In 1972, Torii’s son Keizo Saji, Suntory’s second master blender, built the Chita grain distillery near Nagoya to produce more of their own high-quality grain whiskies. In 1973, Saji founded the Hakushu distillery amidst the deep forests of Mt. Kaikomagatake in the Japanese Southern Alps with the goal of producing malt whiskies distinct from those made at Yamazaki. Its high altitude and lush environment are what differentiates Hakushu from other distilleries.

At each of these distilleries, a diverse array of whiskies are produced through various fermentation techniques, shapes and sizes of giant copper pot stills, and the wide variety of cask types used. Today, roughly 1,200,000 casks of whisky are quietly maturation in Suntory’s aging cellars. This tsukuriwake—variety in the making—allows for the blending opportunities that are essential to achieving the subtle, refined yet complex taste signature to Suntory Whiskies.

With respect to heritage and a commitment to innovation, third generation master Blender Shingo Torii, and grandson of Shinjiro, now leads this most highly awarded house of Japanese Whisky. The House of Suntory Whisky has been named four-time Distiller of the Year at the International Spirits Challenge in London, UK (2010, 2012, 2013, 2014).

The House of Suntory portfolio includes two single malt whiskies:  Yamazaki – the pioneer of Japanese Single Malts, multi-layered and profound, and Hakushu – verdant, fresh, and delicately smoky; a single grain whisky: Chita—sublimely smooth, versatile and complex; and two blends: the noble blend, Hibiki – Japan’s most highly awarded blended whisky, and Suntory Whisky Toki – ideal for Japanese highballs.

Our Glengoyne colleagues. Together, we have compiled a playlist consisting of our go to songs to accompany a dram of Glengoyne. From the psychedelic sounds of Pink Floyd to the mellow tones of Billie Holiday, we think there’s something for everyone – just like our whisky.

Gordon Dallas, Whisky Experiential Ambassador

Honey Thief by Hipsway 

“This great melody is perfect with a dram of 12 Year Old. It’s lively and not for after-dark lounging on a chaise-long but for in the club, gracing the dance floor having a good time. The bourbon and sherry in the 12 Year Old come together beautifully, just like the song.”

Glengoyne 12 Year Old

Jason McCabe, Production Operator

September by Earth Wind & Fire

“This song always reminds me of our Glengoyne staff summer parties, and 10 Year Old; on its own or in the infamous Glengoyne “Kilt Lifter” cocktail. Great memories of us having a “guid auld” time, with the 10 Year Old never far away. “

Glengoyne 10 Year Old

Gordon Dundas, Senior Brand Ambassador and Advocacy Manager

You’ve got the love (radio edit) by Candi Stanton

“As well as the song being uplifting, it’s multi-layered, with this version having an orchestra coming in halfway through. It reminds me of Glengoyne Cask Strength, an array of flavours in a unique way. Great song, great whisky.”

Glengoyne Cask Strength

Robbie Hughes, Glengoyne Distillery Manager

Perfect Day by Lou Reed

One of Robbie’s many songs he recommends. “A classic tune best served with a classic malt for those perfect days.”

Glengoyne 18 Year Old

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2021 MASTERCLASSES

Whisky Show is back at Old Billingsgate for 2021, and with it come our legendary masterclasses – in person! Led by some of the whisky world’s brightest stars, our tastings are an incredible way to experience the very best of whisky and Whisky Show. Read on for more details and how you can snag a ticket to these limited sessions.

Mark your calendars: each Tuesday and Thursday we will release tickets for one Whisky Show masterclass.

Please note: you must have a valid ticket to the appropriate day of Whisky Show to attend a masterclass.

Ian Macleod: From Glengoyne and Tamdhu to Rosebank
with International Brand Ambassador Gordon Dundas and UK Sales Manager Alan Wardrop
Saturday 2 October
3.30pm-5pm
£150

While you maybe unfamiliar with the Ian MacLeod name, you will have heard of its single malts: Tamdhu and Glengoyne, as well as fabled lost distillery Rosebank. Join Gordon Dundas and Alan Wardrop for an exploration of the company’s whiskies and to learn more about the revival of Rosebank. Learn more 

First Releases
with The Whisky Exchange Ambassador Billy Abbott
Sunday 3 October 2021
12.30pm-1.30pm
£55

Investing in Whisky
with The Whisky Exchange co-founder Sukhinder Singh and Whisky.Auction director Isabel Graham-Yooll.
Friday 1 October 2021
7pm-8pm
£95

Highland Park Masterclass
with senior brand ambassador Martin Markvardsen
Saturday 2 October 2021
12.30pm-1.30pm
£85

Martin Markvardsen is one of the best-known and loved ambassadors in the business, with more than 30 years of experience in the drinks world. Join him for a journey through the lesser-seen, upper end of the Highland Park range, including not only the excellent 40yo, but also a new upcoming cask-strength release… Learn more 

Finding Peat Masterclass
with Diageo ambassador Colin Dunn
Sunday October 3 2021
3.30pm-4.30pm
£85

Caol Ila and Lagavulin sit at opposite ends of the island of Islay and make quite different spirits. How do they make their whisky so different? Fortunately, we have Diageo’s irrepressible brand ambassador Colin Dunn to lead us through six great drams to find out. Learn more 

Food Pairing Masterclass
with The Whisky Exchange head buyer Dawn Davies
Friday 1 October 2021
6.30pm-7.15pm
£35

While whisky is often seen as either an aperitif or digestif, book-ending meals rather than getting involved with the main course, the past few years have seen a boom in the ways that adventurous drinkers have been matching whisky and food. In this class, Dawn Davies MW will be flexing her sommelier muscles to give you not only the skills to create your own pairings, but also a selection of her own to tantalise the taste buds. Learn more 

with The Whisky Exchange co-founder Sukhinder Singh and head buyer Dawn Davies MW, and guests Dave Broom, Serge Valentin and Charles MacLean MBE
Saturday 2 October
4.30pm-6pm
£150

Blind tasting is really hard – it’s a skill that takes years of ‘practise’, also known as ‘drinking whisky’. Do you think you’ve got what it takes to go up against the experts? This tasting will give you the opportunity to find out… Learn More 

Springbank Masterclass
with ambassador Grant Macpherson
Sunday 3 October 2021
1pm-2pm
£60

In this class, Grant Macpherson will be leading us through three of the distillery’s most sought after expressions – the 21-year-old releases of each type of spirit. Not only that, we’ll get a sneak preview of a very special whisky that won’t be available on the shelves until 2022: the upcoming Springbank 30 Year Old. Learn more 

Finding Flavours Masterclass
with The Whisky Exchange ambassador Billy Abbott
Saturday 2 October 2021
12:45pm-1:30pm
£35

Billy Abbott has been classifying whiskies by flavour for The Whisky Exchange for years, ever since he helped create the Whisky by Flavour categories. In this class he’ll talk through the flavour camps, looking at what creates the flavours we can taste and finding ways to jump from whisky to whisky without taking too many chances on whether you love your next choice. Learn more 

Show Details
1-3 October 2021
11.30AM – 6.30PM

Old Billingsgate
1 Old Billingsgate Walk
London EC3R 6DX

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SWEDISH SINGLE MALT WHISKY

The idea to produce a Swedish whisky was conceived by eight friends in a mountain cabin back in 1998. To ensure they stayed in touch after studying engineering together, the group had a tradition of meeting up in Sälen once a year. This time, purely by chance, everyone had brought along a bottle of whisky. During dinner, one of them wondered why there was no Swedish malt whisky, and, if it was possible, why hadn’t anyone already done it? The question remained unanswered but, before long,the vision to become pioneers and produce the first Swedish malt whisky took shape. One year later, in 1999, Mackmyra Svensk Whisky was established.

LOFSDALENLAGRET & INVERURIE WHISKY SHOPLOFSDALENLAGRET

The Mackmyra Lofsdalenlagret is part of the warehouse edition 2017.

A release totaling 870 bottles,  231 were allocated to the UK and we are delighted to be chosen as the exclusive retailer in the UK

Consisting of a vatting of 15 unique 30 litre casks split between peated and unpeated spirit, using a mixture of ex-bourbon, ex oloroso and gravity casks.

Shop now

THE WHISKY

NOSE: fruity, with notes of citrus and pear.  Ginger, oak and toasted almonds.

PALATE: Orchard fruits and jelly sweets. Ginger, cinnamon and cardamom. Fresh green herbs and pepper, with almonds,

FINISH: aniseed, toffee apples and cinnamon with lingering malt and fresh oak.

Bottled at 52% ABV

WHAT IS A GRAVITY CASK?

The whisky is partly matured in casks with a body of newly emptied bourbon casks and ‘top and tailed’ with fresh Swedish oak from the island Visingsö.

The result is a beautiful blend of the vanilla notes from the bourbon casks and herbal spice from the Swedish oak.

JOIN US LIVE

To find out more about our exclusive partnership with Mackmyra, join us live on Facebook on Monday, 12th July at 7pm as we officially launch this wonderful bottle.

We would love to hear your thoughts and questions about all things Mackmyra and especially Lofsdalenlagret.

The bottle is available now, so why not be amongst the first to open and enjoy, and give us your own tasting notes live?

More than one million Jameson employee records spanning 100 years now available to search for free on Ancestry.ie  

More than one million digitised wage book records from Jameson’s Bow Street Distillery in Dublin are now available on Ancestry and free to search throughout July  

01 July 2021: Irish Distillers, producer of some of the world’s best loved Irish whiskeys, and Ancestry, the global leader in family history, are working together to share 100 years of Jameson employee records online.   

The historic Jameson Distillery Bow Street records, which are part of the Irish Distillers archive, contain detailed weekly wages books and include the employee names, as well as occupation, hours worked, and wages paid, spanning over 100 years from 1862 to 1969 (with records holding personal information available to view until 1937)^[i]. The collection, which contains over one million indexed records, is now available to search on Ancestry and will be free of charge to access for the month of July^[ii].  

The records belong to Irish Distillers and the digitisation project with Ancestry will make them accessible to the public for the first time.    

Every bottle of Jameson Irish whiskey features an emblem known as the ‘Barrelman’ which was first produced almost 100 years ago and symbolises the passion and team effort that goes into making every bottle of whiskey. The Jameson Distillery at Bow Street closed as an operational distillery in Dublin in the 1970s and production moved to Midleton, but today, the lives of its ‘Barrelmen’ can be explored through these digitised wage books – a potential treasure trove of information for those researching their Irish family history.    

Additionally, the records show further insight into life in Ireland within the period covered. During the Easter Rising in 1916, the distillery on Bow Street was taken over by the rebels which meant no staff could get to work. By law, that meant the employer did not have to pay them. However, there is a note in the wage book to say: ‘Rebellion in Dublin, all employees paid full week’.   

Carol Quinn, Archivist at Irish Distillers said: “We are incredibly proud to partner with Ancestry and bring these archives to a global public audience for the first time. These records are important for many reasons, but mainly because for many listed in the earlier volumes, there is no other surviving administrative record of their lives. Civil registration of births only began in 1864, so many may not have had birth certificates, and later records were destroyed in the bombing of the Four Courts in 1922.”   

“While the archive is an internal resource for Irish Distillers and is not open to the public, I have always tried to answer any genealogical query that I receive. However, physically looking through the volumes – some of which are half a metre in size – isn’t good for the longevity of the records and leads to damage. Thanks to Ancestry and the team who came to Midleton to digitise the volumes, all of the records are available online and people can look up the records themselves and find out if their relatives worked at Jameson Distillery Bow Street and what their working life was like.”    

Rhona Murray, Senior Content Acquisition Manager from Ancestry adds:    

“Occupation records can be a key resource for those researching their family history as they often provide more detail and context on how their ancestors lived day-to-day. The Jameson Distillery Staff Wage and Employment Books are particularly important as they bring to life a time when the Jameson distillery played a vital role providing employment for the local community – and potentially your ancestors – in Dublin City. We are delighted to be working with Irish Distillers to preserve and provide online public access to this valuable collection, for people in Ireland and those with Irish heritage all around the world.”  

Records in the collection span from 1862-1969, but in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), records that hold personal details are only available to view up to 1937, to protect the privacy of any living people.    

To access the records, click here. 

About Irish Distillers

Irish Distillers is one of Ireland’s leading suppliers of spirits and wines, and producer of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys. Led by Jameson, our 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 8m cases in 2019. Our 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, we have invested over €400 million to double our production and bottling capacity to meet global demand for our products.

We employ over 600 people across our operations in Cork and Dublin.

About Ancestry®

Ancestry®, the global leader in family history and consumer genomics, empowers journeys of

personal discovery to enrich lives. With our unparalleled collection of more than 30 billion records and over 20 million people in our growing DNA network, customers can discover their family story and gain a new level of understanding about their lives. For over 30 years, we’ve built trusted relationships with millions of people who have chosen us as the platform for discovering, preserving and sharing the most important information about themselves and their families. 

About Pernod Ricard

Pernod Ricard is the No.2 worldwide producer of wines and spirits with consolidated sales of €9,182 million in FY19. Created in 1975 by the merger of Ricard and Pernod, the Group has developed through organic growth and acquisitions: Seagram (2001), Allied Domecq (2005) and Vin&Sprit (2008). Pernod Ricard, which owns 16 of the Top 100 Spirits Brands, holds one of the most prestigious and comprehensive brand portfolios in the industry, including: 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’s brands are distributed across 160+ markets and by its own salesforce in 73 markets. The Group’s decentralised organisation empowers its 19,000 employees to be true on-the-ground ambassadors of its vision of “Créateurs de Convivialité.” As reaffirmed by the Group’s three-year strategic plan, “Transform and Accelerate,” deployed in 2018, Pernod Ricard’s strategy focuses on investing in long-term, profitable growth for all stakeholders. The Group remains true to its three founding values: entrepreneurial spirit, mutual trust, and a strong sense of ethics. As illustrated by the 2030 roadmap supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), “We bring good times from a good place.” In recognition of Pernod Ricard’s strong commitment to sustainable development and responsible consumption, it has received a Gold rating from Ecovadis and is ranked No. 1 in the beverage sector in Vigeo Eiris. Pernod Ricard is also a United Nation’s Global Compact LEAD company.

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

[I] Records in the collection span from 1862-1969, but in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and to protect the privacy of living people, records that hold personal details are only available to view up to 1937

[II] Free access ends 31 Jul 2021 at 11:59 p.m. To view these records, you will need to register for free with Ancestry with your name and email address. We will then send you a username and password to access the records. After the free access period ends, you will only be able to view the records in the featured collection using an Ancestry paid membership.

One remarkable bottle,
one very special cause.

In February this year, the last drop of The Glenrothes 50 Year Old went under the hammer. This was no ordinary decanter, and this was no ordinary auction.

The bottle was embellished with gold from Scotland’s only gold mine, beautifully crafted by Hamilton & Inches, and all proceeds were to go to a charity personally selected by the winning bidder.

The one-of-a-kind decanter eventually sold for £39,000, and we can now reveal the chosen charity.

Lead Scotland help those who are eager to learn but face barriers to education. With 150 volunteers all over the country, they support the learning needs of disabled people and carers to learn in homes, online and in their communities.

The £39,000 raised from The Glenrothes 50 Year Old will specifically benefit Moray, the community in which The Glenrothes Estate is based. It will ensure that up to 100 local people are supported over a period of 18 months, helping to build their confidence and attain qualifications.

Previous learners have gone on to become writers and entrepreneurs, work in local politics and campaign for the rights of disabled people.

Community and knowledge are two very important principles of The Glenrothes, so we’re delighted and honoured to support a charity who hold both in such high regard. Ensuring local disabled people and carers in Moray will have an equal opportunity to learn, participate and achieve their potential.

And then there were none

Being able to support such a wonderful Scottish charity is the perfect ending to a memorable chapter in our history.

Discover the full story of the 50th of 50 below.

THE 50TH OF 50

#SpiritOfRothes

Speyburn 14 Year Old 2007

Only 32 bottles from a single sherry butt! Independent bottlings of Speyburn distillery are normally as rare as hens teeth. expect a light palate which bursts into toffees, spice and pepper in the finish. Speyburn 14 Year Old 2007 vintage Speyside single malt Scotch whisky. Single sherry butt #18373 bottled 2021 by Hunter Laing & Co. for the First Editions series. Just 32 bottles.

N: Lightly herbal, with vanilla and mango.
P: Toffee, herbal sweets, and pepper.
F: Long, with lingering pepper and spice

Speyburn Distillery was designed by Charles C. Doig and when constructed in 1897 it was the first malt whisky distillery to install Drum Maltings. Although the Drum Maltings closed in 1967 they have been retained and this is the only surviving example in Scotland. Speyburn is a malt whisky distillery situated in Scotland’s Speyside whisky region and operates with three stills of which two are spirit stills and connected to traditional worm tubs to cool the new spirit, a dunnage warehouse to house some of its maturing casks of whisky and has retained its classic pagoda roof over the old kiln house. Speyburn’s 10 Year Old is a popular core release.

Buy Now – Speyburn 14 Years – £110 / €107 / $127/ c$158*

LADY OF THE GLEN JULY RELEASELIMITED EDITION SINGLE CASK WHISKY

Gregor Hannah is fast becoming a well known name in whisky circles.

Being introduced to whisky at a young(ish) age by his father, a bagpiper, Gregor was brought up with a huge amount of respect for Single Malt Whisky.

“Life’s finest moments are best celebrated with quality whisky” was his dad’s mantra and it is one that’s hard to argue with.

Since starting in 2012, The Lady of the Glen has tended to improve with every release, now producing consistently good and great single cask whiskies.

His eye (and nose) for cask selection and finishing techniques mean that the quarterly releases from Lady of the Glen are now an anticipated feature of the whisky calendar.

We hope that you enjoy browsing the latest release, as well as some previous releases still available.

Benrinnes 10 Year Old

A robust and complex distillate with nutty, malty, floral and fruity notes.

Matured for 9 years  in a refill cask for vanilla and mellowness. Re-racked into a 1st fill Oloroso cask for intense dried fruit notes

Caol Ila 9 Year Old

A full bodied peaty distillate matured in a HHD for over 7 years.

Finished in a Xynisteria White and Dry wine Cask from a vineyard found at altitude in Cyprus.

Dalmunach 6 Year Old

This relatively young distillate from the much sought after distillery that was built on the sight of the closed Imperial distillery has been matured in a refill American oak barrel.

Finished for 6 months in a first fill Oloroso Sherry quarter cask.

Fettercairn 12 Year Old

Light and clean spirit with natural honeyed spice notes.

Matured in a first fill Bourbon barrel for enhance vanilla sweetness.

Pineapple, Lychee and Candied Orange

Mortlach 11 Year Old

Traditional heavy spirit style from “The Beast of Dufftown”.

Finished in an ex-Oloroso Sherry hogshead to give a fruity balance.

Stewed Rhubarb, Oak and Spice, Cherry Brandy

Tomatin 12 Year Old

Typically fruity and spicy single malt from Tomatin’s Highland  distillery.

Fully matured in an American oak ex-bourbon hogshead.

Toasted Marshmallows, Walnuts and Candied Ginger

I got to try a small sample of their Innaugral Release and was blown away by how good it was. As soon as I saw the first standard bottling available, click, bought, shipped, opened.

Utilising Bordeaux casks, Rye casks and Chinkapin Virgin Oak. Tbis first Raasay release is loaded with excitement from barrel influences and the fact it’s peated add even more depth to an already exciting new release.

Much like Ardnamurchan, this is a west coast, albeit, Island based distillery that we should all pay attention to. It reminds me of Ledaig…and that’s only a great thing. But it deserves to shine on its own merits, outside of comparison.

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