Masters of Sherry Oak

The Macallan is revered worldwide and is hugely sought-after by collectors. The distillery showcase their mastery of both wood and spirit, with emphasis on creating whisky with the finest quality ingredients and processes.

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WAREHOUSE COLLECTION

Macduff 9 Year Old

Bourbon

CASK STRENGTH

Candied pineapple & buttercream

£50.00

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Tobermory 13 Year Old

Bourbon / Finished in Rum

CASK STRENGTH

Salted caramel & lime

£65.00

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A. D. Rattray
32 Main Road
Kirkoswald, Ayrshire KA19 8HY
United Kingdom

Mark’s Whisky Ramblings 496: Nc’nean Aon 17-170 for Belgium

Mark Dermul, Belgian whiskyblogger, tries a single cask of Nc’nean. Mark has been a fan of Nc’nean since the very beginning, that’s a public secret. He was therefore very pleasantly surprised when Premium Spirits – the Belgian importer – invited him to a press dinner on 1 March of this year. In fact, he had the pleasure of sitting at the table next to the Leading Lady of Nc’nean and had a very pleasant and interesting chat with Annabel Thomas all evening long. The highlight of the evening was the presentation of a single ex-bourbon cask that was specially selected for the Netherlands and Belgium.

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GLENALLACHIE PRESENTS TRIO

OF REGIONAL EXCLUSIVE WHISKIES

Award-winning Speyside single malt brand

announces new Limited-Edition wood-finished whiskies

Independent Scotch whisky producer The GlenAllachie launches its first set of three Regional Exclusive single malt Scotch whiskies finished in unusual oak casks.

Led by universally respected industry veteran Billy Walker, the Speyside distillery has earned a reputation for boundary-pushing cask procurement and maturation policies.

The new trio of Regional Exclusive whiskies include an 11-year-old Marsala Wood Finish for the UK (RRSP £65.99), a 12-year-old Moscatel Wood Finish for Europe (RRSP £67.99), and a 10-year-old Ruby Port Wood Finish for Asia (RRSP £65.99).

Each expression underwent primary maturation in American oak ex-Bourbon barrels before being re-racked into casks hand-selected by renowned wood innovator Walker.

The 11-year-old UK exclusive enjoyed a secondary ageing period of approximately 42 months in barrels that previously held Marsala: a fortified wine produced on the Italian Island of Sicily. The resulting whisky is said to “exude elegant and well-rounded notes of toasted almonds, vanilla custard and apricot jam”.

For Europe, the 12-year-old single malt spent over 42 additional months in wood that formerly aged the aromatic Portuguese dessert wine Moscatel. Delivering distinctive flavour characteristics, the unusual maturation journey has “imparted waves of grapefruit zest, honeysuckle, grape must and poached pear”.

The Asia-exclusive 10-year-old was finished for around 36 months in hogsheads that hosted Ruby Port before being filled with The GlenAllachie. A more youthful, vibrant style of the Portuguese fortified wine, the Ruby Port wood has “added a distinguishing rose hue, as well as complex layers of juicy plums, cocoa powder, ginger and honey-glazed figs”.

Aged within the distillery’s 16 on-site warehouses, the whisky was subjected to regular monitoring until Walker deemed the perfect balance between spirit character and wood influence was achieved.

Once expertly blended, each single malt was bottled at 48% ABV, without added colouring and unchill filtered.

Remarking on the riveting new expressions, Walker comments:

“Maturation is such an imperative part of the whisky-making journey. These three very special single malts underwent an interesting ageing process in the finest wood. In sourcing our casks, we seek out niche, boutique producers that align with our business model: taking a more hands-on approach and prioritising quality.

“We’re thrilled with the resulting whiskies. Each brings a unique identity to be enjoyed across its chosen region: the Marsala finish is smooth and creamy, the Moscatel finish is fragrant and fresh, and the Ruby Port finish is rich and fruity. Each one demonstrates the value offered by quality wood.”

With RRSPs starting at £65.99, The GlenAllachie Regional Wood Finishes will become increasingly available across the UK and Europe from today, while the Asia Exclusive will reach shelves in the coming months.

ABOUT GLENALLACHIE:

One of Scotland’s few independently owned and managed distilleries, The GlenAllachie is led by industry veteran, Billy Walker, who boasts over a half-century’s tenure in whisky. With an emphasis on wood policy, The GlenAllachie’s cask budget for 2023 stands at an eye-watering £2.7m/$3.3m. With 16 on-site warehouses holding over 50,000 casks, we have complete control of the end-to-end maturation process.

The GlenAllachie focuses on quality over quantity, which is why we chose to reduce our production capacity from 4 million to around 800,000 Litres of Alcohol and increase our fermentation period to 160 hours for an ester-rich, fruity spirit.

We believe age and integrity matter, which is why all our whiskies carry an age statement, and are bottled at a minimum of 46% ABV, natural colour and non-chill filtered for maximum flavour experience.

Our other brands are MacNair’s Boutique House of Spirits – encompassing Lum Reek Blended Malt Scotch Whisky and Exploration Rum – and White Heather Blended Scotch Whisky.

Further information on the distillery and company can be found at www.theglenallachie.com

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TASTING NOTES:

The GlenAllachie 11-year-old Marsala Wood Finish, UK Exclusive – 48% ABV

• Colour: Intensely Rich Bronze.
• Nose: Bursting with heather honey, vanilla and stewed fruit, with notes of liquorice, butterscotch and roasted nuts.

• Taste: Lashings of apricot, toffee and honeycomb, followed by hints of caramelised brown sugar, walnut and crème brûlée.

The GlenAllachie 12-year-old Moscatel Wood Finish, Europe Exclusive – 48% ABV

• Colour: Golden Bronze.
• Nose: Waves of orange blossom, heather honey and citrus, with notes of grapefruit, butterscotch and toffee.

• Taste: Hints of dark chocolate, grape must and plum jam, followed by notes of orchard fruits, cinnamon and honeycomb, with ginger and butterscotch on the finish.

The GlenAllachie 10-year-old Ruby Port Wood Finish, Asia Exclusive – 48% ABV

• Colour: Polished Rose Gold.
• Nose: Notes of cocoa, plum jam and honeysuckle, with bursts of caramel, hazelnut and blackberry.

• Taste: Waves of heather honey, candied nuts and wild berries, followed by ripe orchard fruits, baking spices and dark chocolate, with ginger and figs on the finish.

Heaven Hill Brands and Log Still Distilling LLC Settle Trademark Dispute Over Usage of “Dant” in the Distilled Spirits Industry

Louisville, Ky. – Heaven Hill Brands, the largest family-owned and led spirits company in the U.S., and Log Still Distilling, LLC, a family-owned-and-operated spirits company in Nelson County, Ky., have finalized a mutually agreeable resolution of their dispute regarding the usage of the “J.W. Dant” trademark and its associated goodwill, which were purchased by Heaven Hill in 1993.

The resolution, which includes an agreed, permanent injunction that was approved and entered by the United States District Court on July 31, 2023, demonstrates that both Heaven Hill and Log Still value the importance of intellectual property rights and maintaining strong, independent brand identities within the spirits industry. In their ongoing efforts to enhance their respective portfolios, the companies have jointly agreed to terms that respect the ownership of existing trademarks and that will prevent any possible confusion around future trademark usage.  Heaven Hill will continue to be the sole producer of J.W. Dant distilled spirits.

“Heaven Hill maintains a product portfolio of respected, historic brands with enduring legacies in the Kentucky Bourbon industry, and continuing that legacy is a priority for our business. This resolution underscores our commitment to protecting our intellectual property and brand equity,” said Jessica Pendergrass, General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer for Heaven Hill. “This is a collegial industry built on strong relationships. We value Log Still as a partner in the distilling industry, and wish them continued success in their distilling ventures.”

Wally Dant, the founder of Log Still said, “The uniqueness of the bourbon industry is the collaborative work amongst distilleries. Heaven Hill and Log Still have worked together over the past few years on making a difference in the communities we live and work. That is what’s important for each of us. We are glad to resolve this dispute amicably and can now focus more time on developing our distinctive line of products and services. Making memories with family and friends is what our campus is all about. Sharing a good bourbon among friends is simply the result of this resolution. We appreciate the efforts Heaven Hill has made as a fellow family-owned presence in this collective spirits industry and wish them the best in their endeavors. ”

Heaven Hill and Log Still express their gratitude to their customers, partners, and stakeholders for their continued support. They remain committed to providing exceptional products for all who enjoy their spirits, and for all who visit their memorable visitors’ experiences on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail^®.

ABOUT HEAVEN HILL BRANDS: Founded in 1935, Bardstown, KY -based Heaven Hill Brands (www.heavenhill.com) is the nation’s largest independent, family-owned and led spirits producer and marketer and the world’s second-largest holder of Kentucky Bourbon. Heaven Hill’s diversified portfolio of brands includes Evan Williams, Elijah Craig, Larceny, Henry McKenna, and J.W. Dant Bourbons; Rittenhouse Rye Whiskey; Deep Eddy Vodka; Admiral Nelson’s Rum; Black Velvet Canadian Whisky; Lunazul Tequila; HPNOTIQ Liqueur; Carolans Irish Cream Liqueur, plus the newly-acquired Samson & Surrey portfolio.

ABOUT LOG STILL DISTILLING, LLC: Log Still Distillery is bringing bourbon back to Gethsemane. Guided by Wally Dant and cousins Lynne and Charles Dant, Log Still is built on old distillery land and reimagined to create a unique bourbon and family destination. Each bottle is filled with respect, ever mindful that faith, family, community and bourbon pave the way for future generations. Featured products include the Monk’s Road line of Kentucky bourbons and gins and Rattle & Snap Tennessee Whiskey line. Log Still anchors a pastoral campus that includes an outdoor amphitheater with world-class entertainment, a 20,000-square-foot wedding and events venue, multiple B&B’s, a private train depot, a soon-to-open farm-to-table restaurant and a walking path surrounding a 12-acre fishing lake, making it a one-of-a-kind destination to make lasting memories with family and friends.

Kensington Wine Market’s E-Whisky Newsletter

I hope this finds you well, and enjoying the summer!

Our Super Summer Sale is on now, running through the end of day Sunday, August 13. To get ready for our fall season, and a boatload of pending new arrivals, we have put nearly everything in-store on sale, and you can save 10-50% on Whisky. This is our last store-wide sale until mid-November, so it’s a great time to stock up.

Happy Hunting!

Andrew Ferguson
Kensington Wine Market

The Deets!

The sale is online and in-store only. No phone orders, if possible, please.

You can save:

10-40% on most in-stock Whisky

To make your browsing a little easier, we have linked PDF files below for Whiskies 15%-40%.

Browse Whiskies Discounted 15-40%

The CSPC in the left-hand column on both lists can be used in addition to the product name to search for and order products on our website.

Shop in-store or online at:

www.kensingtonwinemarket.com/ 

In-store pickup will be available throughout the sale and we will also offer Free Delivery for orders over $250. Customers wanting to pay by cash or debit are encouraged to shop in-store.

The Sale Fine Print

• No additional discounts or promotions can be applied to the sale price.
• Prices do not include GST.
• In the event of a discrepancy in price, the point of sale at KWM will be taken as correct.
• Sale pricing will not be applied retroactively or carried forward past the end of our Super Summer Sale at midnight (11:59 PM), Sunday, August 13, 2023.
• The sale is in-store and online only.
• Phone orders are ok, but will be written down, time-stamped and fulfilled in the same queue as our web and email orders.
• Email orders are also welcome, we will follow up with you as we are able!

If you order online, please wait for confirmation that your order is ready before heading down to the shop.

·     Date: Thursday, September 21

·     Time: 7 PM

·     Cost: $50

The Macallan Harmony Collection Rich Cacao

WAS £399.00

NOW £215.00

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Chocolate and Macallan whisky, is it Christmas already? This Macallan Harmony Collection Rich Cacao is a limited annual release made in collaboration with the Roca brothers at Casa Cacao, a hotel and chocolate factory in Girona. Through this unique collaboration, rare, indulgent casks have been selected to pair harmoniously with fine chocolates, for a rich, and special dram. This expression uses The Macallan’s traditional sherry seasoned European oak with sherry seasoned American oak casks. In homage to its chocolate influence, this expression takes a keen interest in sustainability. It is presented in a recyclable gift box, made using discarded husks from cacao pods.

Aromas of chocolate fondant, citrus, ginger, honey, and oak arrive on the nose. Dark chocolate, honey, dried fruits, vanilla, and cinnamon all are present on a rich palate. The finish is long, with rich, velvety chocolate notes.

HOUSE MALT

Glen Garioch 10 Year Old

Bourbon Cask / 40 %

Porridge oats, green apple and citrus

£35.00

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Sherry Oak by Erik Madigan Heck

Discover the captivating world of The Macallan Sherry Oak Collection through the lens of acclaimed artistic photographer Erik Madigan Heck. The Macallan Sherry Oak Collection is a timeless sensorial journey. Beautifully led by European Oak, sherry seasoned in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

Describing himself as a painter who uses photography, Erik drew inspiration from the classic Flemish still life paintings of the 17th century to capture the essence of The Sherry Oak Collection. Through his beautiful still life images, Erik artistically expresses the flavour notes of each single malt, showcasing his unique signature style.

 

EXPLORE THE COLLECTION

The Macallan Distillery Experience,

The Macallan Distillers Ltd,  Easter Elchies,  Craigellachie, Moray, AB38 9RX, Scotland,

+44 (0)1340 318 000

No two single casks are the same, meaning every single cask whisky is completely unique and so, by its very nature, a limited edition! Have a browse over some of the drams below and see what takes your fancy. These are just a small pick from our wide selection!

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