Killowen’s tiny team of 3 staff are very proud to see some of their most favored casks introduced as USA exclusives. To be released Saturday 6pm Irish time.

Killowen White Cognac Cask ‘Single Pot Still’ Irish Whiskey
&
Killowen Coconut Rum and Raisin Inspired 5yr ‘Single Malt’ Irish Whiskey

We realise that much of our beloved supporters might find it difficult to get some of these unique whiskeys and we know that some of you guys are organizing to sneak them back home form friends in the USA whiskey community and that’s cool with us also. We simply couldn’t refuse the challenge at the time to provide the USA with the most complex yet delicate Single Pot Still ever produced. While also considering a creamy luxurious Single Malt that leaves you salivating every time you think about it afterwards.

Lets look at just some of the geeky information we love to show you on our packaging:

Killowen White Cognac Cask Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey

• This is Killowen’s own very rare distillate.
• The mixed mash bill consists of: 8 bags Malted Barley, 1 bag Maris Otter Malted Barley, 4 ½ bags Unmalted Barley, ¼ bags Oat & ¼ bag Wheat.
• The fermentation was open top, natural & wild initially, with domestic yeast added after 1 week to complete the fermentation.
• The cask was initially used for Hennessy Pure White Cognac and was American Oak. The cask was not re-charred but instead was delivered fresh & wet.
• This was a full term aged – Single Cask.
• Cask strength bottling, no added colouring, no chill filtration.

Distillers Comment: We where sad to see this cask go but we wanted our first USA Barántúil to be something very special. The balance within this whiskey makes it sing far beyond its age, with a sophistication of spice that can only further champion the ‘Single Pot Still’ category internationally. This is our native spirit so we are proud to put its best foot forward in America.

Killowen Coconut Rum and Raisin Inspired 5yr Single Malt Irish Whiskey

• A proudly sourced Whiskey – originating in Cooley distillery aged for 5 years in Bourbon
• The Barrel Used for finishing was a West Indies Coconut Rum Cask
• Cask strength, no added coloring & no chill filtration

Distillers Comment: The palate is rich, oily and even silky. The coconut flavors are much more evident than we anticipated with heaps coming toward the finish which really complements the apple of the original distillate. We could drink this by the gallon at home but sadly the Americans have it all now, the likes of which will never be seen here again.

Please open and share these bottles with your fiends and family, we have put so much effort into them so that you can make many more memorable moments.

Release Date: 10/06/2023 link will be made live during 6pm Instagram live 6pm Ireland, 1pm ET  & 10am PST
Webshop: eversonroyce.com
Price:
Barántúl, White Cognac Cask ‘Single Pot Still’ $106 /375ml
Bonded Exclusive Series, Coconut Rum 5yr Single Malt $69 /375ml

Beannacht

Brendan Carty
Founder / Master Distiller

Killowen Distillery Ltd
29 Kilfeaghan Road
Rostrevor
Newry, County Down BT34 3AW
United Kingdom

Two Old & Rare
American Oak Whiskies
16 Years Old

On Tuesday we release two 16 year old single cask whiskies. Our Old & Rare whiskies have a depth and complexity made possible by patient maturation. When oak and spirit are fully integrated, and the interactive reactions have taken hold to create new flavour and aroma compounds, that is where the magic is. Magic takes time – 16 years to be exact.

16 Year Old American Oak ex-Bourbon TD0134

Presenting a harmonious interplay between bold spice, luscious sweetness, and intriguing nuances. Pairs well with crisp nights, a crackling fire, and your favourite chair. Matured for 16 years in a first-fill 200L American oak ex-Bourbon cask, yielding just 191 bottles of Sullivans Cove single cask whisky.

Read the full tasting notes here

16 Year Old American Oak Second-Fill TD0047

A captivating blend of honeyed florals and stone fruits, accompanied by savory notes of tobacco and cinnamon. The finish, fittingly described as a “velvet hug.”  – Sullivans Cove tasting panel

Matured for 16 years, in a second-fill 300L American oak cask, yielding just 436 bottles of Sullivans Cove single cask whisky.

Read the full tasting notes here

These whiskies will be released via ballot. The ballots will open for 24 hours from 10am Hobart time on Tuesday 13th of June. Further details will be sent via email prior to the ballots opening. A note on our ballot system. Our policy is one entry per person, per household, per ballot. Our fraud detection algorithm detects multiple entries and removes them to ensure our whisky lands in the hands of our genuine supporters, so to ensure your entry counts, please enter each ballot once only.If you have any questions around our ballot process, you can email us at info@sullivanscove.com Successful entries will be notified shortly after the ballots close.

First Release Wins Gold Medal

Gold Medal Winner

19-30 Year Old Blended Category

Spirits Business Global Scotch Whisky Masters 2023

Master Blender, Richard Paterson, on the announcement of the award said: “Ian and I knew how important this first release was for setting the benchmark for Wolfcraig. After our fantastic write up in Forbes a few weeks ago and now this gold medal, we feel the message is becoming very strong about the impeccable quality to expect from our collaborative series of rare and aged blends”.

Fellow Master Blender, Ian Macmillan, added: “Our first release for Wolfcraig is such a special bottle. Richard and I travelled all over Scotland, and had a wonderful time nosing and tasting some exceptional quality parcels to carefully select and debate what went into this rare blend. It is fantastic for us to see it getting the recognition it so richly deserves”.

Our Gold Medal winning Limited Edition First Release is available to purchase here.

An Unbelievable Price on a 96-Point Japanese Whisky
Hakata 16 Year Old Sherry Cask Aged Fukuoka
100% Barley Japanese Whisky (750ml) ($149.99)
“A spectacular drink…” — Jonny McCormick, Whisky Advocate

We didn’t envision being able to offer a 16-year-old Japanese whisky with a 96-point Whisky Advocate score for $150. After all, the Hakata 16 Year Old Sherry Cask is one of only eight whiskies this decade to notch 96 points or more, and all of the others range in price from $2,600 to $50,000. Quite the opportunity for Japanese whiskey fanatics, and for any serious collector of the world’s finest spirits.

Hakata 16 Year Old Sherry Cask Aged Fukuoka 100% Barley Japanese Whisky (750ml) ($149.99)

*This product will ship after June 9th and is available on a special order basis. Please allow 5-7 business days after that date for shipments to arrive.

96 points Whisky Advocate: “A spectacular drink that opens with aromas of Seville orange marmalade, milk chocolate, ground pepper, barley, and soft rounded oak, with an underlying dryness from the sherry. The umami notes are there, but are more integrated than other Hakata. An oily texture bursting with bitter plain chocolate, citrus oil, fresh walnut, black cherry, pepper, and ground ginger, develops an underlying creaminess and serves up a hazelnut finish. (JM, Summer 2023)”

K&L Notes: The Hikari Distillery on Fukuoka has been distilling since 1912. This wonderful product is produced from 100% barley using koji to break down the complex carbohydrates into simple sugars for the yeast to consume. The conversion using koji is more efficient than malt enzymes and adds a distinct umami character to the spirit. The high-quality barley spirit is aged in fresh sherry butts in traditional warehouses, some openly exposed to both the humid 95°F summer weather and the cold winter temps. The exceptional 16-year version of Hakata achieved an incredible 96 points from Whisky Advocate!

Email: wine@klwines.com
Phone: (877) KL-WINES (Toll Free 877.559.4637)
K&L Wine Merchants 3005 El Camino Real Redwood City, CA 94061 USA
San Francisco, Redwood City, Hollywood CA

Campbeltown Loch Blended Malt

All five malts from the region’s three distilleries have been used to produce this genuine Campbeltown blended malt. It’s an unmistakable Campbeltown whisky: Initial sweet, softer notes of fruit, honey and butterscotch give way to reveal more complexity with traditional maritime and spice notes combined with the subtlest touch of peat smoke. Matured in a combination of Ex-Bourbon and Ex-Sherry Casks. Vatted and bottled at Springbank Distillery, Campbeltown.

£38.99

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CHIVAS BROTHERS’ MASTER BLENDER, SANDY HYSLOP, CELEBRATES 40 YEARS IN THE SCOTCH WHISKY INDUSTRY

BALLANTINE’S, CHIVAS REGAL, ROYAL SALUTE, THE GLENLIVET NEWS

An icon of the world of whisky, industry legend Sandy Hyslop – Director of Blending and Inventory at Chivas Brothers – celebrates his 40th anniversary in the Scotch whisky industry this May.

Among his many prestigious achievements, Sandy holds the rare position of being only the fifth Master Blender in the distinguished history of Ballantine’s blended Scotch whisky. Progressing to Director of Blending in 2016 and Director of Inventory in 2018, Sandy now oversees the creation of all Chivas Brothers single malts and blended Scotch whiskies, including brands such as Chivas Regal, Ballantine’s, Royal Salute and The Glenlivet.

With an emphasis on quality and consistency at all times, Sandy is passionate about opening up the whisky category to new audiences and pushing the boundaries of Scotch whisky crafting. Catering to the growing taste for bolder flavours, Sandy and his team launched the Chivas Extra 13 collection in 2019, an experimental 13 Year Old blend range which delivers extra flavour through the use of different casks.

Since Sandy took on this role, Royal Salute has undergone a major evolution, driven in part through the extension of the 21 Year Old range and innovations, such as rare cask finishes (the 26 Year Old Scottish Oak Cask Finish), alongside high-aged releases including the recent Forces of Nature by Kate MccGwire which includes a precious 53 Year Old blend.

Coinciding with Sandy’s anniversary, Ballantine’s unveiled its new 40 Year Old Masterclass Collection last month. This series will see the annual release over five years of five exceptional expressions of Ballantine’s 40 Year Old whisky, with each expression celebrating the five essential skills that former Ballantine’s Master Blender Jack Goudy passed on to his then apprentice, and now world-renowned Master Blender, Sandy Hyslop.

Congratulations, Sandy!

We’re delighted to tell you about this month’s auction, there plenty to be excited about! Here at Click Whisky Auctions we know that our auction may not be the biggest but this month it’s certainly packing a punch, with some genuine heavyweight whiskies. First up, the Highland Park 1958 must be one of the most iconic releases by the Orkney distillery, bottled in 1998 and limited to only 665 bottles!

Next up this absolutely stunning Old Pulteney, aged for 40 years and limited to only 493 bottles, the oldest whisky from this popular Highland distillery to date. The hand-crafted, hand-blown bottle has exquisite artwork and is presented in packaging that exudes pure class, a rare addition to any collection

First released in 2022, the Springbank 30 Years Old was received to great acclaim in the whisky world. An annual release available in very limited numbers, so we are very excited to be able to offer the 2023 release in this month’s auction.

These are only a few of the bottles in our June auction, to view more gems visit clickwhiskyauctions.com. Register to bid. Remember, you’ve got to be in it to win it! Auction ends Sunday 18th!

Take a hike through the Highlands with this rich Single Malt

The whisky regions of Scotland are vibrantly diverse and produce character single malts that have lasted generations. The largest of all, covering much of mainland Scotland and the islands that surround it, is the Highland region. Commonly split into north, east, south and west due to the sheer expanse, the Highland region commands no specific character traits – there is Scotch for every taste!

More about Highland Scotch

A Walk in the Orchard is from the Macduff distillery on the Moray Firth in the east of the region. The location brings light traits and soft fruitiness to the fore while the spirit of the cask exposes toasted nuts and a long finish of caramelised apples. Experience this walk for yourself and indulge in the Highland region.

A Walk in the Orchard UK

Violet Tapestry is a Royal Brackla single malt from pretty much bang in the middle of the Highland region. The whisky pulls together most of the Highland traits, it is silky and intensely floral with parma violets and jasmine finishing on eucalyptus and coriander leaf. A broad and open single malt and fit for a whisky drinker of any level!

Violet Tapestry EU

About the Single Cask Collection

Hand-selected from some of Scotland’s finest distilleries, each expression in our Single Cask Collection reflects the one-of-a-kind nuances of production, season and cask influence in Scotch single malt whisky. Evocatively named and beautifully presented, our Single Cask releases are extremely rare and highly-covetable.

The English Distillery Heavily Smoked Sherry Butt

A limited edition run of only 2132 bottles – a heavily smoked, sherried whisky such as this is rarely seen in English whisky

£77.00
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The English Distillery Heavily Smoked Sherry Butt Description