NOVEMBER AUCTION HALF WAY POINT!

As we approach the halfway point in this month’s auction, let’s take a look at some of the cracking Clynelish bottles we have this month, including this outstanding bottles of early 1980’s Ainslie & Heilbron.

We love the Rare Malts range and this Clynelish 23 Years Old, distilled in 1972, would make a fantastic addition to any collection.

We also have this wonderful Clynelish expression bottled by the Hart Brothers. Distilled in 1995, then Drawn from a single Cask #12782 in 2007 and bottled at Cask Strength.

This 14 Years Old Clynelish Flora and Fauna features the white cap, as well as having the wooden display box, surely adding even more to its appeal.

Finally, we have this strong offering from Clynelish which was exclusive for distillery visitors, bottled at a hefty Cask Strength of 57.3%.

These are only a few of the bottles in our NOVEMBER 2023 Auction, to view more wee gems visit clickwhiskyauctions.com. Register to bid. Remember, you’ve got to be in it to win it! Auction ends Sunday 19th November from 8pm BST.

The second bottling of the fantastic blended scotch ‘Tarot’ series is a spellbinding 12 year old sherry matured conjuror – it has now been pulled oot the hat. ‘The Magician’ is 75% grain – 25% malt at 45.5% abv. From the magician himself at North Star Spirits – Iain Croucher.

The Good Dram Show – Episode 533 ‘Arran & Lagg Distilleries’

Welcome to this week’s episode of the show, which features some new releases from both the Arran and Lagg distilleries. Episode 533 – It Happens, You Know…!

Featuring

Arran Signature Series 1 ‘Remnant Renegade’ 46%

Arran 17 year old 46%

Arran Machrie Moor 10 year old 46%

Lagg Distillery ‘Kilmory’ 46%

Lagg Distillery ‘Corriecravie’ 55%

Lagg Distillery Exclusive ‘Hand Fill’ 2019 (3 year old) 61.7%

MORRISON SCOTCH WHISKY DISTILLERS LAUNCH OLD PERTH PALO CORTADO 

It’s the first Old Perth ever to be matured in this type of sherry cask 

November 2023, Aberargie,Scotland – Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers, creators of Old Perth Blended Malt Scotch Whisky, have announced the release of Old Perth Palo Cortado. Considered to be the rarest variety of Sherry, Palo Cortado is created when the protective ‘flor’ yeast does not form on sherry intended to become Amontillado. Palo Cortado is a wine of great complexity which combines the delicate bouquet of an Amontillado with the body and palate of an Oloroso.

The brand carefully selected a range of exceptional hogshead casks that had the ideal structure and complexity, then through various sampling and blending sessions the result is a delicate, balanced expression of Old Perth with the influence of Palo Cortado.

Niel Hendriksz, Commercial Director, Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers said, 

 ‘Our series of Old Perth Limited Edition releases aim to explore the relationship between sherry casks and Scotch Whisky. With our previous limited edition highlighting the powerful influence of sweet, syrupy PX sherry, we wanted to contrast this with something completely different: an elegant, dry sherry with pronounced nuttinessthat beautifully showcases the delicate interplay between the richness of Scotch whisky and the unique characteristics of Palo Cortado sherry casks.

Unlike the Old Perth PX Edition where the brand wanted immense cask influence to display the power and complexity of the PX; with Palo Cortado it’s all about delicacy and finesse. Through carefully managing the time and influence of the cask they were able to ensure just the right amount of interaction to create a perfect balance.

TASTING NOTES 

Old Perth Palo Cortado 

55.8% ABV

RRP: £58

Colour: Burnt Orange

Nose: Fragrant honey suckle, vanilla cream and spiced biscuits

Palate: Honeycomb, candied nuts and ripe orchard fruits

Finish: Lingering fruity sweetness with delicate spice and nuts in the background

Old Perth Palo Cortado will be available to purchase for £58 from the 3rd November, for stockist information please CLICK HERE

ABOUT OLD PERTH  

Old Perth was a lost blend that was originally created by Peter Thomson, who began his career in the grocery, wine and spirits business in Perth in 1908, but soon established his own whisky blends. One of these was Old Perth, which quickly proved popular amongst Scottish publicans.

In the 1960s, those in the know held Old Perth whisky in high esteem because its high malt content (and inclusion of one of the world’s most prestigious sherried single malt whiskies). It was regarded as one of the best blends in existence.

Nearly half a century later, one of Scotland’s oldest whisky families, the Morrisons (formerly of Morrison Bowmore Distillers), purchased Old Perth and have brought the legacy back to life for all to enjoy. Old Perth is a range of Blended Malt Scotch Whisky which has restored tradition by blending in Perth and exclusively using sherry matured malt from a selection of Scotland’s finest distilleries, located in the Glenlivet region of Speyside.

To find out more about Old Perth visit www.oldperthwhisky.co.uk  

ABOUT MORRISON SCOTCH WHISKY DISTILLERS   

Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers is solely owned and operated by one of Scotland’s oldest and most prominent whisky families, Jamie and Brian Morrison. There has been over five generations of the Morrison family involved in the whisky business including grocers, brokers, blenders, bottlers and distillers, making them one of Scotland’s oldest whisky families.

Their heritage gives them access to a wide variety of unique and exceptional casks from pedigree distilleries across Scotland. Their family’s values are run through everything they do and they proudly showcase these underneath each of their bottles reiterating their commitment to Patience, Intuition and Integrity.

In every whisky they release, they are committed to continue to impart the knowledge that has been passed down from generations of family whisky makers.

To find out more about Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers visit www.morrisondistillers.com 

The slow, but rewarding, process of aging whisky

Way back in the summer of 2011 the first distillations were carried out at Shelter Point. 12 years ago. Fortunately the temptation to sell some of the barrels has been resisted and they remain in our warehouse, aging peacefully as the stacks of barrels grew around them.

12 years is a significant anniversary though and is felt appropriate that 2 of those barrels should be carefully selected and released as Shelter Points first ever 12 Year Old.

We are very proud to have reached this milestone and we are even more proud of how this release tastes. The time in the barrel has created a dram with a rich flavour, sublime mouthfeel and an ever so satisfying finish.

This is an extremely limited release and we are delighted to be able to make this available this fall. Once again the first stage of the release will be through the BC Liquor Stores spirit release on November 18th. More information on the release can be found here – https://www.bcliquorstores.com/promotion/2023-premium-spirit-release

There will be an instore tasting to accompany this release on November 18^th at the Westwood Centre store, 10am – 12pm.

The stores that will be gaining inventory of the 12YO can be found in the above link to the BCL spirits release, contact them directly to find out more.

The second stage of the release will be a staggered release through our own distillery store. As there are only limited numbers we will be releasing 3 cases to our store a month, on the first Wednesday of each month. They will be sold on a first come first serve basis, 1 bottle limit and in store only, not online. The first release date will be December 6^th.

Evans Family Reserve 

Another product that has can be found on the shelf of the BC Liquor stores is our Evans Family Reserve Caribbean Rum Cask Finish. This is the follow up to our Wine Cask Finish which was extremely popular and the Rum Cask Finish is proving to be equally so.

Finished in casks from the Caribbean, Martinique and Barbados specifically, the Rum Cask Finish has taken on the rich molasses based Rum notes from the Barbados casks and the floral notes from the Rhum Agricole from Martinique to create a wonderfully complex dram. We have been fortunate to have been pouring this at the distillery for a few months now and the response has been incredible. There is something in this for all single malt lovers, whether they are rum fans or not.

Tasting Notes:
Honeyed with hints of pear and banana on the nose. The palate is sweet vanilla, caramelised sugar with apples and subtle oak tannins. Exceptionally smooth and well rounded the finish is full of butterscotch, toffee and ginger spice.

The Evans Family Reserve can be found in BC Liquor Signature stores or in our online store.

Shop Now for the Caribbean Rum Cask Finish

Upcoming Events

We had a blast at Art of the Cocktail and the San Francisco Whisky Fest, sharing our spirits and meeting friends old and new.  Upcoming for us this month is Cornucopia in Whistler BC. If you are attending Cornucopia this year then keep an eye out for Shelter Point. We will be pouring at the Taste of the World on Friday 17^th and Poured on Saturday 18^th as well providing a masterclass on our whiskies at a seminar at 4:15 on Saturday 18^th. Details can be found here:  https://www.whistlercornucopia.com/

Gift Ideas and Deals

Keep an eye on our social media channels and for further emails from us as we will be releasing details of gift ideas and deals for the holidays.

GLENFIDDICH
GRAN RESERVA 21 YEAR OLD
LUNAR NEW YEAR 2024
70cl | 40% ABV

The Glenfiddich 21 Year Old Gran Reserva is a truly delectable Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Bring in the Lunar New Year with this year’s limited edition! Created with acclaimed artist Raku Inoue, this limited edition gift box design celebrates Spring and Lunar New Year. The Glenfiddich stag comes to life petal by petal, leaf by leaf. Raku carefully pieced this intricate creation by hand, a worthy gift for blossoming futures.

£194.95

Pre-Order Now

Shipping W/C 20/11/23

NOSE:
Fig, Banana and rich toffee.

TASTE:
Initially soft, then brisk, vibrant and drying. Peppery with a touch of smoke, oak, lime, ginger and spices.

FINISH:
Very long, warming, dry and spicy.

Arrange an Import Update

We have streamlined the process of getting your bottles to us.  We can arrange your import and courier pick-up from anywhere in the world, and even better if you are in the UK or EU we will cover the cost of delivery to us as long as your total shipment is worth at least £1000.  Outside of the UK & EU we can organise and arrange your import taking all the stress out of getting your bottles to us.  More details and our import request forms can be found here.