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Douglas Laing Left it late? Shop our Digital Gift Cards – Scotch Whisky News

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Our Digital Gift Cards are a convenient way to treat someone special this year. Simply choose your value and we’ll deliver the Digital Gift Card by email, which includes instructions to redeem at checkout. So if you’re not sure what to get your loved one or have left it late, they’ll be able to choose their perfect dram on Christmas Day.

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Old Pulteney “Huddart” $19.99 at K&L California – Scotch Whisky News

 

Old Pulteney “Huddart” Ex-Peated AnCnoc Cask Finished Single Malt Whisky (750ml) (Previously $60) $19.99 View

Wine Enthusiast | Review Date: 12/2021

Sea air, toasted almond and subtle peat smoke mark the nose of this single malt. The palate opens assertively smoky and savory, mixing bacon and mesquite with almond, honey and spice. This was aged in ex-bourbon casks and finished in casks that previously held peated whisky. (KN).

Old Pulteney, the brilliant distillery situated on Scotland’s Northern coast, only makes unpeated malt. For this unusual bottling, they’ve finished their malt in casks that previously held heavily peated anCnoc single malt from their sister distillery Knockdhu. You get all the salty brine of Pulteney combined with the intense peat of anCnoc for a special take on the peaty, salty style of whisky more familiar to fans of Islay.

David Othenin-Girard | K&L Buyer | Review Date: 12/2024

This is one of those deals where our price is so ridiculously low it gives people pause. You may remember the Old Pulteney Clipper or the Balblair 2005 that we secured earlier this year. Each one of those flew off our shelves once the word got out and I received hundreds of emails asking me if we were going to get more. It’s astonishing that we were able to work this deal, mostly because this this is still available all over the place at the much higher price. That was not the case either of the other two. But here we are. A beautiful highland malt ace’d in a heavily peated highland cask, gives us just the tiny kiss of smoke that I often crave when tasting modern Old Pulteney. I’m sad to say that this is every bit worth the $60 they want to charge for it, and I’d have been happy to continue to sell it at that price, but right we’re in a valuation creation mode and we cannot resist the opportunity to share the value that this type of deal creates for our customers. Let’s have a taste. The color is lovely restrained deep gold (0.8), likely no coloring added here although it’s not stated on the bottle. The nose offers no strong smoke or peat aromas, instead the cask finish serves to heighten the classical salty maritime character of the Pulteney malt in an extremely appealing way. With a bit of air, the sweet sea air envelopes a basket of fresh orchard fruit pear, yellow plum, lemon rind and apricot skins. Beyond that a deep base note of malt offers some savory earthy, rich nutty and sweet biscuit notes. The palate is extremely pleasurable in a very overt sort of way -the savory notes described in the critical review maybe have tamed slightly in bottle over the last several years, but a pure and linear twinge of peat slices right thru the gorgeous salty fruit on the front palate. Very subtle wood smoke, roasted heather, oily nuts, and lingering salt sits on the back palate and build toward a beautiful spice driven finish. It’s not giant bruiser or powerhouse, instead offering a complexity often lost in NAS malts and while it might put off those who absolutely HATE peat (albeit the Highland style rather than the brackish iodine of Islay), I highly doubt that anyone else will find this overly smoky or peaty in anyway. This is first-rate malt, which truly shouldn’t be available for the price we’re charging. You’ve been warned that this is not to be missed, so don’t come crying to me when it’s all gone!

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

Whiski Edinburgh “Last minute Xmas Gifts?” – Scotch Whisky News

Last minute Xmas Gifts?

Still struggling with Christmas gift ideas? Our shop beside Whiski Rooms is open right up till Xmas Eve with an array of delightfully Scottish gifts and treats.

Our gift vouchers make great gifts, so versatile and can be used in all three of our Whiski Venues so take your pick from Whiski Bar on the Royal Mile with its live music every night tor the romantic Whiski Rooms or indulge in a delicious whisky tasting in our shop or just buy a bottle of something tasty with your gift voucher – we ‘ve got it covered.

Our Whisky tastings run daily and cover our Introduction to Whisky, Whisky and Chocolate and Whisky and Cheese tastings and also for the more experienced whisky drinker we can do our Premium Whisky Tastings – something for everyone and fun guaranteed, no experience necessary !

The best thing is you can schedule your gift voucher to arrive when you want it to – all easy convenient and order online from the comfort of home.

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Heaven Hill Distillery Announces Fall 2024 Edition of the Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Series – American Whiskey News

Heaven Hill Distillery Announces Fall 2024 Edition of the Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Series

BARDSTOWN, Ky. (December 12, 2024) – Heaven Hill Distillery announced today the release of the Fall 2024 edition of Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey at 11 years old. Comprised of barrels produced in the Fall of 2013, and bottled in the Fall of 2024, the fourteenth national release ushers in the latest hallmark series to the bottled-in-bond legacy.

Bottled in an ornate decanter, the Fall edition bares a black label, consistent across each of the brand’s Fall releases. This edition’s tax strip, which has always been a signature of transparency on bottled-in-bond products, will disclose when the liquid was produced and bottled. The Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond fall edition will be available in the 750ml size on an allocated basis. It meets the strict requirements of a bottled-in-bond: the product of a single distillery from a single distilling season, aged a minimum of four years, and bottled at 100 proof or 50% alcohol by volume. The edition is available at a suggested retail price of $154.99.

The Fall 2024 edition of Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey bares a bright copper color, with a nose of leather, vanilla, subtle cinnamon and nutmeg. The taste leads with crème brûlée sweetness with a bright, ginger note followed by notes of old leather and toasted oak. Its finish is warm and dry with hints of pepper and char.

“Heaven Hill Distillery’s Fall 2024 edition of Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a masterclass in tradition and craftsmanship,” said Master Distiller Conor O’Driscoll. “At 11 years old, this release celebrates a first-class legacy within the Bottled-in-Bond category. As the 14th release in this prestigious series, it reaffirms Old Fitzgerald’s place at the pinnacle of American whiskey, honoring both its storied past and the continued excellence that Heaven Hill brings to every bottle.”

As a leader of the Bottled-in-Bond category, Heaven Hill is proud to offer a premium, allocated product within this special class which showcases the authenticity and quality of the company’s American Whiskey portfolio. The legendary Old Fitzgerald line, which was acquired by Heaven Hill in 1999, is well known for its distilling pedigree and its history as a luxury brand first sold in the finest rail lines and steamships. The packaging was inspired by an original 1950’s Old Fitzgerald diamond decanter and pays homage to the history of the brand being traditionally bottled in artistic decanters of all shapes and
sizes. The black label features the time-honored graphic of a key, commemorating an important element in original labels and the brand’s slogan since the 1940’s, “Your key to hospitality”.

ABOUT HEAVEN HILL DISTILLERY: Founded in Kentucky by the Shapira family in 1935, Heaven Hill Distillery continues its legacy as one of the foremost American Whiskey producers. Heaven Hill has cultivated the traditions and history of America’s Native Spirit with its fierce independence, passionate family ownership, dedication to quality, and thoughtful innovation. Today, Heaven Hill Distillery maintains over 2 million barrels aging in more than 70 warehouses throughout Nelson and Jefferson Counties. It is home to an award-winning collection of American Whiskeys including Elijah Craig Bourbon, Larceny Bourbon, Evan Williams Bourbon, Pikesville Rye Whiskey, Rittenhouse Rye Whisky, Parker’s Heritage Collection, and Old Fitzgerald along with its extensive Bottled-in-Bond label collection. Heaven Hill Distillery currently holds the title of 2024 and 2023 Whisky Magazine Distillery of the Year and 2023 World’s Best Small Batch Bourbon from the Icons of Whisky, as well as the 2022 Large Spirits Producer of the Year from the Ascot Awards. Heaven Hill Distillery held the title of 2020 Whisky Advocate Whisky of the Year, the second Whisky of the Year for Heaven Hill Distillery in the past four years. In 2019 Heaven Hill Distillery was named San Francisco World Spirits Competition Distillery of the Year, Best in Show Whisky, and previously held the titles of 2018 San Francisco Spirits Word Spirits Competition Best Bourbon, 2016 Whisky Magazine Distillery of the Year. For more information, please visit www.heavenhilldistillery.com.

The 2025 Victoria Whisky Festival TICKETS! – Whisky Festival News

We’re very pleased to present the 2025 Victoria Whisky Festival. The Victoria Whisky Festival will run through Thursday the 16th, Friday the 17th, Saturday the 18th and Sunday the 19th of January 2025 at the 5-star Hotel Grand Pacific located on Victoria’s beautiful Inner Harbour. To order tickets please contact Frank Hudson at info@victoriawhiskyfestival.com

Accommodation at the Hotel Grand Pacific

The Hotel Grand Pacific (Named the #1 Hotel in Canada by Conde’ Nast Magazine) is offering a special room rate for Festival attendees of C$179 + taxes per night for a Victoria guest room and $209 + taxes for a Signature guest room. Standard upgrade fees will apply. Space is limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Contact the hotel directly at 1-800-663-7550 or email at reserve@hotelgrandpacific.com. Please quote JAN25WHISKY in order to receive the Victoria Whisky Festival special rate.

* Please note, tickets are nonrefundable.

Decadent Drams Blended Malt 23 years old – Scotch Whisky News

Decadent Drams Blended Malt 23 years old

This is a single butt of 2001 blended malt, aged for 23 years and bottled at natural cask strength of 45.1%. We finished it for a year in an ex-Ardbeg refill butt to see what would happen, we’re pretty delighted with the result.

It’s dark, rich, fruity, earthy and tastes like a glass of petrichor and smoked prunes! Exactly the sort of molten comfort blanket you know that you require several bottles of now that winter is barrelling down upon you.

Unless you are reading this during summer of the following year and we still have stock, in which case, this is dark, rich, fruity, earthy and tastes like a glass of petrichor and smoked prunes! Exactly the sort of joyous, convivial everyday dram you need to share gaily with your chums all summer long!

Rarities at K&L California – Whisky News!

With the goal of bringing you the highest quality spirits at the best possible prices, this selection wows with both value and rarity. Featuring single barrel Scotch and Bourbon from some of the world’s most historic and renowned distilleries under the K&L Exclusives label, a 12-year-old single malt from Suntory, and a bottled-in-bond 16-year-old from quintessential American distiller Hotlings, these bottles are highly collectible and completely gift-worthy—especially for those who seem to already have it all!

2008 Port Dundas 15 Year Old “Signatory” K&L Exclusive Refill Oloroso Sherry Cask Strength Non Chillfiltered Lowland Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml) $54.99 View

2007 Glengoyne 16 Year Old “Old Malt Cask” K&L Exclusive Single Refill Sherry Butt Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky (700ml) $109.99 View

Blue Run “K&L Exclusive” Cask Strength Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) $139.99 View

Suntory “Yamazaki” 12 Year Old Japanese Single Malt Whisky (750ml) $159.99 View

2005 Secret Orkney (Highland Park) 19 YO “Signatory” K&L Exclusive #DRU 17/A63 #28 1st Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt Cask Strength Non Chillfiltered Orkney Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) $179.99 View

Hotalings 16 Year Old “Old Potrero” Bottled In Bond Single Malt Rye Whiskey (700ml) $179.99 View

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

Gift Guide: Remarkable Whisky Gifts – Scotch Whisky News

Douglas Laing’s Gift Guide

Big Peat Anniversary

This exceptional Islay Whisky Blended Malt, matured in hand-selected Red Wine Casks, is more than a bottle – it’s a story. Presented in a beautifully crafted, gift-ready carton, it’s designed to delight with 15 discoverable insights about Big Peat, the Isle of Islay, and the artistry behind this unique Whisky. Whether for seasoned collectors or first-time Whisky explorers, it’s the ultimate way to share the spirit of Islay.

Discover Remarkable Regional Malts – limited-edition whiskies celebrating Scotland’s finest regions. Thoughtful, unique, and gift-ready, they’re perfect for sharing the warmth of the season.

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200 Years of The Macallan – Speyside Single Malt Whisky at Hard To Find Whisky – Scotch Whisky News

THE MACALLAN
A NIGHT ON EARTH JEREZ

70cl | 43% ABV

A Night on Earth in Jerez is inspired by New Year’s Eve in the home of Sherry wine, Jerez de la Frontera. Here, the celebration goes by a different name – Nochevieja, the “Old Night” – and is full of meaning and tradition. This limited-edition release is matured in exceptional sherry seasoned oak casks, and evokes the nostalgic flavours of home to make it the perfect gift for someone you love. This limited edition single malt whisky was created in collaboration with acclaimed Jerez-born artist Maria Melero.

£104.95

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TASTING NOTES:

Nose
Honey coated Pestiños, sweet raisins, cinnamon, anise, rich oak & vibrant citrus.

Palate
Sweet pastry, white grapes, honey glazed almonds, vanilla, balanced spices and hints of fresh rosemary.

Finish
Sweet, vibrant and warming.

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