Speyburn To Unveil New Travel Retail Range at TFWA Cannes

We’re delighted to announce an expansion to our travel retail portfolio with the launch of an exclusive trio of Speyburn single malt Scotch whiskies. The new collection will feature interesting cask maturations and be unveiled at the forthcoming TFWA Exhibition in Cannes (29^th September – 3^rd October) on the International Beverage stand Marine Village 2-4.

The three non-aged expressions, Speyburn Kentucky Bourbon Cask, Speyburn Bordeaux Red Wine Cask and Speyburn Jerez Sherry Cask will be exclusively available in select markets in Spring 2025.

Bottled at 40% ABV, the one litre bottlings will replace Speyburn’s existing travel retail line-up and be exclusively available to the channel.

Presented in vibrant new packaging, each whisky pays homage to its cask origins with a series of striking illustrations. Oak trees, a rick house (where bourbon is matured) and horses will reflect Kentucky; a chateaux, grapes and ornate lamp posts for Bordeaux and Spanish tiles, flamenco guitar and fans for Jerez. Speyburn Distillery’s distinctive pagoda-shaped roof will feature on the packaging of the three single malts.  Visible flavour cues will also make it easier for travellers to understand the whisky’s flavour notes and determine which single malt is right for them.

Jack Cook-Broussine, Senior Brand Manager for Speyburn, said

‘The launch of this new collection underlines our ongoing commitment to investing in the global travel retail channel and we are confident that the travel retail trio will prove popular with both newcomers and seasoned whisky enthusiasts alike.

‘To create this collection, we sourced the finest casks from around the world to bring some unique new flavours to our award-winning single malt and we are looking forward to unveiling it to the global travel retail community in Cannes.’

For over 125 years Speyburn Distillery has been crafting whisky in the heart of the Speyside region in Scotland on the banks of the Granty Burn. It is the only distillery to use the burn’s crystal-clear water to produce a deliciously smooth single malt.

Whisky Magazine Special Selection
Glengoyne 16 Year Old

Exclusively selected by Whisky Magazine to celebrate its 25th anniversary, distilled in the slowest stills in Scotland, this spirit has matured in an exquisite refill European Oak Oloroso Sherry hogshead and epitomises the Glengoyne way.

To continue the celebrations of its 25th anniversary, we have revealed a new bottling in the Special Selection. The Whisky Magazine Special Selection Glengoyne 16 Years Old is a single cask bottling exclusively selected by Whisky Magazine.

Distilled in 2007 by Glengoyne in what are known as the slowest stills in Scotland, the single malt whisky spent its 16-year maturation resting in a refill European oak oloroso sherry hogshead.

The whisky has been bottled at cask strength of 53.9% ABV, and showcases a rich and balanced flavour profile.

Just 255 bottles of the Whisky Magazine Special Selection Glengoyne 16 Years Old have been released, making this a highly limited bottling.

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Official Tasting Notes

Nose – Juicy fruit cake, like a bara brith (tea loaf). Ginger syrup, redcurrants, black tea with manuka honey, pear and almond tart. Madeleines and vanilla cream. A hint of roast beef and herbal sage. With water, baking spices, a touch of white pepper, and dulche de leche.

Palate – Medium bodied. Sweet initially: steamed ginger sponge with toffee sauce, and sea-salt caramel dark chocolate. Then come raisins, dates, cinnamon stick, and flaked almonds, with a hint of tamarind and soft leather. Malt loaf with set floral honey. Rich, yet pleasantly drying. Water dials up the toffee and sherried fruit notes and calms that dry edge.

Finish – Medium-long, led by nutmeg and clove spice, with apple and raspberry cordial and shortbread with hard toffee.

Country And Region

This bottle of Glengoyne 2007 16 Year Old Whisky Magazine Special Selection is an official bottling which was produced in the Highland region of Scotland.

Glenburgie
25 Year Old

70cl | 41% ABV

Only 254 bottles were produced of cask strength Glenburgie Single Malt. This Whisky is wonderfully delicate with notes of candied ginger and floral fruits.

£426.95

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Established in 1948, Douglas Laing is a proudly independent, family owned Scotch Whisky business in its third generation. Abiding to the philosophy of presenting Whisky as the distiller intended, Douglas Laing’s Old Particular and Xtra Old Particular Collections enable Whisky lovers around the world to come as close as they possibly can to sampling a dram straight from the cask.

Must-savour smoke

Laphroaig 10 Year Old is September’s top-selling bottle. Stock up for essential autumn sipping.

The seasons are certainly changing. Here in the UK it’s chilly, damp, and our drinking tastes have shifted accordingly. So far in September, our bottle sales have been dominated by smoky classics. Just what we all fancy as the evenings draw in.

The dram of the moment? The simply iconic Laphroaig 10 Year Old. The Islay single malt brings together seaweed and sweetness, all wrapped up in that profoundly evocative peat smoke. It’s a whisky for the ages, but it tastes just right this September. Plus, we’ve taken 12% off!

Other top sellers this month? Aberfeldy 12 Year Old with its harvest-season hedgerow fruits, and the softly smoky Highland Park Cask Strength. Both are delicious all year round, but they just hit different in the autumn months.

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Equinox & Solstice Autumn 2024

A 2013, 11 year old, second fill sherry hogshead of Caol Ila is this year’s Equinox & Solstice Autumn selection. Bottled, as ever, at this series’ trademark easy strength of 48.5%. This is richly peaty, gently sherried, drying, coastal, vibrant and fresh. A big, hearty, direct dram that is perfect for easy, social dramming in cooler, more blustery Autumn months.

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Edrington announces plan to sell The Famous Grouse and Naked Malt

Edrington, through its subsidiary, The 1887 Company Limited, today announces that it has reached an agreement to sell The Famous Grouse and Naked Malt Scotch Whisky brands to William Grant & Sons, subject to customary regulatory approvals, including from the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).

This marks the next stage of the company’s mission to be the world’s best at crafting exceptional ultra-premium spirit brands.

Scott McCroskie, Edrington CEO said: “This decision is driven by our strategy to focus on our core strengths and the growth opportunities in the ultra-premium spirits category. We consider this the right moment for Edrington to exit the blended Scotch category and focus on our core portfolio of ultra-premium spirit brands.

“The Famous Grouse is a well-loved brand that has consistently performed in its category during the time it has been part of Edrington, and Naked Malt has grown its reputation. I am confident that these brands are well-positioned to continue to succeed as part of the William Grant & Sons portfolio.”

About Edrington

Edrington’s vision is to give more by crafting exceptional ultra-premium spirit brands.

The Macallan is our central focus, supported by Highland Park and The Glenrothes in the fast-growing single malt category and Naked Malt in the blended malt category. Our portfolio is completed with Brugal premium rum from the Dominican Republic, The Famous Grouse Blended Scotch Whisky, and Wyoming Whiskey in the American Whiskey category. Edrington also has a strategic partnership with No.3 London Dry Gin.

Edrington is headquartered in Scotland and employs over 3,300 people in its wholly owned and joint venture companies, with over half employed outside the UK. We own our route to market in 16 countries and distribute our brands to more than 100 countries around the world through joint ventures and third-party agreements.

Edrington’s principal shareholder is The Robertson Trust, which has donated £367 million to charitable causes in Scotland since 1961. Our business is underpinned by the Edrington values of giving, respect, integrity and excellence.

Kentucky Distillers’ Association Welcomes 

LF Heritage Distillery Co. as Newest Member

Distillery Celebrates Pure Limestone Water, Making Kentucky Bourbon The Best Whiskey In World

FRANKFORT, KY.— The Kentucky Distillers’ Association today announced Georgetown’s LF Heritage Distillery Co. as the newest member of the non-profit trade group that unites and leads Kentucky’s signature Bourbon and distilled spirits industry.

Founded by Bethany and Darin Dillow in 2022, LF Heritage Distillery Co. began production in October 2023 on a five-generation family farm with springs of pure limestone water that feed into the Bluegrass Elkhorn Creek.

Located at 1483 Paynes Depot Road, the distillery is also owned by Bobby Sturgeon and brothers Greg and Timothy Couch. Timothy Couch, the former University of Kentucky quarterback legend and number-one pick in the 1999 NFL draft, was inducted into the prestigious College Football Hall of Fame earlier this year.

The distillery features four stills with a capacity of 2,500 gallons each and the potential to produce 576,000 gallons annually. Currently, the distillery has 300 barrels aging throughout its grounds, along with a gift shop offering tour experiences.

The Dillows, who live on the farm with their family, said they are focused on delivering a unique Kentucky whiskey experience, drawing from the limestone rock that filters their Bourbon and adds classic notes to its distinguished flavors.

“Joining the KDA is an honor for our family-run business,” Darin Dillow said. “We look forward to contributing to and learning from Kentucky’s esteemed Bourbon community. With a bright future ahead for LF Heritage Distillery Co. and Kentucky Bourbon, we are excited to welcome more visitors and continue contributing to our community’s future in a new way.”

Learn more about LF Heritage Distillery Co. at limestonefarms.com.

KDA President Eric Gregory welcomed LF Heritage Distillery Co. to the KDA family.

“In Kentucky, the foundation for our signature Bourbon industry has long been built on a strong commitment to family and tradition,” he said. “LF Heritage Distillery Co. strives to embody these principles, and we are thrilled to have them join our growing family of Kentucky’s finest distilleries as we create more opportunity for our communities.”

With LF Heritage Distillery Co., Scott and its surrounding counties are home to 25 distilleries that are responsible for more than 5,000 jobs and a $404 million payroll. Bourbon brings the area an annual economic impact of $2.3 billion and over $50 million in local and state tax revenue.

The Bluegrass region also welcomes more than 600,000 visitors to KDA’s famous Kentucky Bourbon Trail® tour each year, pouring even more money into local hotels, restaurants, shops and government coffers.

“As Kentucky’s Bourbon offerings and opportunities continue to grow, we see the interest continue to reach new heights. Bourbon Builds Kentucky, and we are thrilled to welcome another reason for tourists to experience more corners of our great state,” Gregory said.

LF Heritage Distillery Co. joins the KDA as a “Craft” level member, aging between 1,000 and 10,000 barrels per year.

 Founded in 1880, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) is the worldwide voice of Bourbon.

Founded in 1880, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association is the worldwide voice of Bourbon. Its diverse and growing membership produces the overwhelming majority of the world’s Bourbon, from historic, global brands to emerging micro distilleries that are fostering the next generation of the Commonwealth’s landmark economic engine and its thriving, timeless craft. Member benefits include media relations, international trade development, private sampling events, technical assistance, economic development support, networking, legal defense, marketing strategies, governmental and regulatory advocacy and innovative tourism experiences through the KDA’s world-famous Kentucky Bourbon Trail® and Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour® adventures. A 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization, the KDA maintains an open membership policy, champions a strong commitment to the responsible and moderate consumption of spirits, and fights to curb underage drinking and drunk driving. Learn more at www.kybourbon.com and www.kybourbontrail.com.

Bladnoch Distillery introduces Heritage Collection with two new age statement whiskies

Bladnoch, Scotland’s southernmost whisky distillery, has announced two changes to its core collections of Lowland single malt Scotch whiskies.

Bladnoch is bolstering its core age statement range with the introduction of two new aged expressions – Bladnoch 13 Year Old and Bladnoch 16 Year Old – and reintroducing its age statement whiskies as the Heritage Collection.

Inspired by the distillery’s 207-year heritage and more than two centuries of whisky-making history, the development will take effect in all global markets, reflecting Bladnoch’s maturing stocks and enduring commitment to quality.

The two new releases will complement Bladnoch’s existing aged expressions, Bladnoch 19 Year Old and Bladnoch 30 Year Old.

Bladnoch 11 Year Old and Bladnoch 14 Year Old are being withdrawn from sale.

Bladnoch 13 Year Old is matured in bourbon whiskey barrels which have been hand-selected by Master Distiller, Dr Nick Savage, to bring together this rich expression. Bottled at 46.7% ABV, this refreshing single malt presents a nose of delicate floral, honey and refreshing citrus with a palate of floral parma violets, fresh cut apples and hints of wood spice.

Matured in Oloroso sherry casks, Bladnoch 16 Year Old is bottled at 46.7% ABV and offers hints of wood spices, rich raisins, sultanas and orange peel on the nose, with a palate of raisins, dried fruits and rich fruit cake with sweet cinnamon and chocolate.

As part of the changes to Bladnoch’s core collections, which form part of the distillery’s continued period of growth since it was purchased by Australian businessman, David Prior, in 2015, the Bladnoch Classic Collection is also being renamed as the Twinned Cask Collection.

Expertly handcrafted by Dr Nick Savage and his team, using water from the River Bladnoch which flows alongside the distillery, all four whiskies in the Twinned Cask Collection – Vinaya, Liora, Samsara and Alinta – are natural in colour and non-chill filtered, to ensure the truest flavours shine through.

The collection has been renamed to reflect the unique twinning of two cask types which are married together during the whisky-making process. All whiskies within the Twinned Cask Collection will remain unchanged, ensuring Bladnoch fans can continue to enjoy the distillery’s bold Galloway spirit at its very best.

Dr Nick Savage, Master Distiller at Bladnoch Distillery, said:

“The introduction of the Heritage Collection and the Twinned Cask Collection is an evolution of our core portfolio of Lowland single malts, and I’m proud to unveil our latest age statement whiskies as part of this work.

“This is an exciting milestone in our brand development which reflects Bladnoch’s unwavering commitment to excellence, ensuring that we can continue to share our maturing whisky stocks with our fans around the world as the distillery grows and develops.”

Dating back to 1817, Bladnoch Distillery is one of the oldest single malt Scotch whisky producers in the world and is enjoying a bold and powerful revival. The legacy brand has been revived in recent years by David Prior, who purchased Bladnoch Distillery in 2015 and is the first Australian businessman to own a Scotch whisky distillery.

For more information about Bladnoch Distillery, visit: www.bladnoch.com.

To purchase from the Heritage Collection and the Twinned Cask Collection, visit www.bladnoch.com/collections/whisky-shop.

Tasting notes – the Heritage Collection 

Bladnoch 13 Year Old

Nose: Delicate floral, honey and refreshing citrus.

Palate: Floral parma violets, fresh cut apples and hints of wood spice.

Finish: Sweet and refreshing.

ABV: 46.7%

RRSP: £85 

Bladnoch 16 Year Old

Nose: Wood spices, rich raisins, sultanas and orange peel.

Palate: Raisins, dried fruits, rich fruit cake, sweet cinnamon and chocolate.

Finish: Rich and long with a slight dryness.

ABV: 46.7%

RRSP: £110 

Bladnoch 19 Year Old

Nose: Dark liquorice sticks and aged oak with a floral background.

Palate: Liquorice sticks with dried apricots, almonds and nutmeg.

Finish: Long with a dry sweetness.

ABV: 46.7%

RRSP: £175 

Bladnoch 30 Year Old

Nose: Dried apricots, floral, nutmeg and Seville oranges.

Palate: Almonds and marzipan with Seville oranges.

Finish: Light, floral and fruity with a crack of black pepper.

ABV: 45.5%

RRSP: £900 

Tasting notes – the Twinned Cask Collection 

Bladnoch Vinaya

Bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks.

Nose: Sweet floral grass with boiled sweets.

Palate: Fresh green apples and chocolate with a hint of pepper.

Finish: Light and refreshing.

ABV: 46.7%

RRSP: £50

Bladnoch Liora

Bourbon and new oak casks.

Nose: Fresh cut apples, with toasted caramel and floral notes.

Palate: Caramelised toffee apples with peppery spices and fresh cut oak.

Finish: Long, with a slightly warming dryness.

ABV: 52.2%

RRSP: £65

Bladnoch Samsara

Bourbon and red wine casks.

Nose: Vanilla cream, floral with fresh cut apples.

Palate: Thick vanilla fudge, sweet floral grass.

Finish: Rich, mouth coating, leading to refreshing citrus.

ABV: 46.7%

RRSP: £70

Bladnoch Alinta 

Bourbon and Pedro Ximénez sherry casks.

Nose: Smoky ice cream, delicate floral with sweet oak.

Palate: Campfire smoke, almonds and raisins with a white chocolate body.

Finish: Long with a sweet smoke.

ABV: 47%

RRSP: £75

About Bladnoch Distillery

Bladnoch Distillery was established in 1817, making it the oldest privately owned Scotch whisky distillery in the world. As the southernmost distillery in Scotland, Bladnoch is commonly referred to as the ‘Queen of the Lowlands.’

Hand-crafted using malt from British growers and the pristine water from the River Bladnoch which flows alongside the distillery, Bladnoch single malts are non-chill filtered to ensure the truest flavours shine through.

This legacy brand has been revived in recent years by Master Distiller, Dr Nick Savage, formerly of The Macallan, and owner David Prior, who purchased Bladnoch Distillery in 2015 and is the first Australian businessman to own a Scotch whisky distillery.

The team at Bladnoch is truly passionate about the preservation of the environment and the local community’s generational involvement in this iconic distillery.

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