J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery Partners with Navy SEAL Foundation on Commemorative Whiskeys

FRANKFORT, KY (Feb. 25, 2025) – The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF) provides critical support for the warriors, veterans, and families of Naval Special Warfare. Founded in 2000, the NSF is kicking off its 25th year with a partnership with J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery through the release of three double-staved™ American Whiskeys, labeled “Sea,” “Air,” and “Land,” celebrating the environments where SEALs operate. The bottles sell individually for $155, or the trio can be purchased for $425 online, with free shipping. J. Mattingly 1845 will donate $30 from the sale of each bottle to help fund the mission of the NSF.

“At the Foundation, we offer more than 30 comprehensive programs to help SEALs, SWCCs, and their families,” said Chris Irwin, NSF Communications Director. “We are honored to have this partnership  with J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery to support our mission.” 

​Details of each offering are below.

J. Mattingly 1845 Double Staved™ 5-Year-Old Kentucky Bourbon Sea Edition is a five-year-old bourbon bottled at 127 proof. Made with a mashbill of 78 percent corn, 10 percent rye, and 12 percent malted barley, this bourbon is said to have an excellent balance with subtle baking spice notes on the palette. The finish is described as long, with seasoned oak and spiced cherry.

J.Mattingly 1845 Double Staved™ 9-Year-Old Light Whiskey Air Edition was distilled in 2016 and bottled at 129 proof. This whiskey was created using J. Mattingly’s double-staved process using ex-bourbon casks. With a mashbill of 99 percent corn and 1 percent malted barley, this whiskey is described as full-bodied and complex with sweet notes of crème brulée crust, yellow cake, and sweet graham cracker. The finish is maple syrup overlapped with gentle oakiness at the back end.

J.Mattingly 1845 Double Staved™ 5-Year-Old Rye Whiskey Land Edition is a five-year-old rye whiskey bottled at 119 proof. With a mashbill consisting of 95 percent rye and 5 percent malted barley, this whiskey is said to contain subtle spices of black pepper, green apple, white pepper, and cloves on the mid-palette. Its finish contains baking spices with a hint of dryness on the finish.

“J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery is honored to have been chosen to create the American Whiskey for the Navy SEAL Foundation,” said Harry Richardt IV, president of J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery. “We have tremendous respect for our military branches and feel privileged we can partner with the NSF on this initiative.” 

The J. Mattingly 1845 Double Staved Trident Collection is available for pre-order online, with orders set to start shipping March 3rd.  A limited quantity of bottles will also be available for sale at the J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery in Frankfort.  Each bottle is 750 mL and suggested retail pricing is $155 each, or all three in the collection for $425.  For more information on the partnership, check out https://jmattingly1845.myshopify.com/pages/navy-seal

About J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery

Starting in 1845 with John Graves Mattingly’s first distillery in Louisville, Registered Distillery #2, the Mattingly family has been synonymous with distilling in Kentucky for more than two centuries, having a hand in the development of at least nine separate distilleries in the Commonwealth.

In 2010 Jeff Mattingly took up the family mantle and started his own craft bourbon business.  Today, Jeff’s son Cameron has joined the team as Vice President of Production, continuing the legacy into the latest generation for J. Mattingly Distillery 1845 in Frankfort, Kentucky. Together, father and son offer their proprietary double-staving™ process as well as a custom bourbon blending experience unparalleled in the spirits industry, available on-site in Frankfort or online at www.jmattingly1845.com

About the Navy SEAL Foundation

The Navy SEAL Foundation (NSF) provides critical support for the warriors, veterans, and families of Naval Special Warfare (NSW) through a comprehensive set of over thirty programs under five Pillars of Support: Strength, Resilience, Health, Education, and Community. Charity Navigator has awarded the NSF a 4-star rating since 2009 and a perfect score since 2014 for financial health, accountability, and transparency. It ranks in the top 0.1% of charities nationwide, with ninety-four cents of every dollar donated directly funding its programs or being retained for future mission use. The NSF is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (Tax ID: 31-1728910). It is an independent, non-federal entity unaffiliated with the Department of Defense. Learn more at www.navysealfoundation.org.

Icons of Whisky Award Winner

We are so proud to share that, in addition to winning gold for our Sherry Cask, our team are winning gold too! Our Head of Global Advocacy Rob Patchett has won the ‘Brand Ambassador – World Whisky’ in the 2025 Icons of Whisky Awards!

Rob has been representing our brand around the globe since 2022, and this well-deserved recognition is a testament to his passion and dedication.

“It’s a great honour to receive this award with World Whisky being such an exciting category with so many brilliant people within it. Winning this award is a true testament to our amazing liquids and the wonderful global community that appreciate and champion our whisky.”

 — Rob Patchett, Head of Global Advocacy

Wolves X Willett Family Estate 10 Year Old “Batch 3” Blend Of Straight Rye Whiskeys (750ml)

$239.99

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The Wolves is a creative collaboration based in California. They’ve released several single malts with Marko Karakasevic of Charbay Distillery, but it’s this project with the Willett Family Estate that have put them on the map. Batch 3 is being sold pre-arrival and will be available for pick up toward the second half of March. The distillery describes it here, “[it] opens dramatically, with a complex blend of orange peel, caramel, and baking spices, with flavors of gingerbread, tobacco, and toasted nuts, all wrapped in a velvety mouthfeel. The finish lingers beautifully, balnacing vanilla and caramel sweetness with a pop of spice.”

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SPEYSIDE WHISKIES UNDER £50

For those looking for a taste of Speyside at a great price, try our Speyside whiskies under £50.

Classic drams like Glenfarclas 10 Year Old and Cardhu Gold Reserve offer a quintessential Speyside profile, while Benriach counts two distinct 12-year-old expressions, one unpeated and one with a delicious lick of smoke.

We’ve also have £7 off Cragganmore’s excellent 12 Year Old, full of biscuit and sweet citrus notes.

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Scotland’s First Whisky Region

For whisky historians, the name Ferintosh carries deep significance. Famed for producing high-quality spirit long before the modern idea of ‘whisky regions’ emerged, the name is making headlines again with the Clachan Distillery announcing plans to restore the Ferintosh whisky name. This has sparked fresh interest in Ferintosh’s historical importance, but what made it so special in the first place? We asked whisky writer Iain Russell to explain.📖  Read the Post 

BUFFALO TRACE DISTILLERY’S 100 BOURBON SETS FOR 100 CHARITIES INITIATIVE RETURNS TO CONTINUE NATIONWIDE CHARITABLE GIVING

The Distillery to donate 100 sets of its finest whiskeys to support fundraising efforts for 100 nonprofit organizations

FRANKFORT, Ky. (February 26, 2025) – Ahead of Bottled-in-Bond Day, Buffalo Trace Distillery today announces the return of its annual charitable initiative, 100 Bourbon Sets for 100 Charities. The initiative, which honors the legacy of Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr., celebrates and supports non-profit organizations across the United States that are committed to bringing positive changes to their communities. Taylor, who owned Buffalo Trace Distillery from 1869-1878, is often referred to as the founding father of the modern bourbon industry due to his technological innovations, advancements in distilling, and instrumental efforts leading to the 1897 passage of the Bottled-in-Bond Act. 100 Bourbon Sets for 100 Charities pays homage to the 100 proof alcohol measurement, one of the key requirements for a whiskey to be labeled as Bottled-in-Bond.

In its inaugural year, the 100 Bourbon Sets for 100 Charities initiative supported organizations from 36 states across the country. In total, the program raised more than $134,000 for a variety of causes dedicated to veteran services, youth education and programming, cancer treatment, animal rescue and adoption, among many others.

“It is incredible to see the work being done by nonprofit organizations around the country and we believe Taylor would be proud to know his legacy continues to bring such a positive change to countless communities,” said Andrew Duncan, Global Brand Director, Buffalo Trace Distillery. “The 100 Bourbon Sets for 100 Charities initiative celebrates those who, like Taylor, have a passion for improving the world. We are proud to support nonprofit organizations in their efforts to better lives and communities.”

Featured products for the 100 Bourbon Sets for 100 Charities initiative include lineups from some of Buffalo Trace Distillery’s most sought-after brands, including E.H. Taylor Jr., Blanton’s, Eagle Rare, Weller and more. The number of bottles in each set may vary. Interested nonprofits can apply here. 

Charities of all kinds are encouraged to apply for 100 Bourbon Sets for 100 Charities. Those interested in applying can do so beginning March 3, 2025, in honor of Bottled-in-Bond Day. All applications must be received within 100 days – by June 11, 2025 – for consideration. Selected charities will be announced the week of July 28, 2025. Bottles sets will be delivered within 30 days following the selection announcement.

Organizations interested in applying are encouraged to carefully read over the application. Buffalo Trace Distillery will coordinate the logistics of transporting bottles to selected organizations based on the legal requirements in each state. Once received by the organization, it is the nonprofit’s responsibility for executing a program that complies with each state’s legal specifications. Organizations must use their bottle sets and report back their monies raised by December 31, 2025. 

About the Bottled-in-Bond Act

The Bottled-in-Bond Act was first-of-its kind legislation that saved whiskey in America. Passage of the Act led to increased quality and consumer safety across categories (and the formation of the modern FDA) and paved the way for the focus on quality & innovation that Buffalo Trace Distillery maintains today.

Bottled in Bond required distillers to label aged spirits, mostly American Whiskey, as “bottled-in-bond,” meaning the product meets the following criteria:

• The spirit must be produced in a single distillation season by a single distillery.
• The spirit must mature in a U.S. bonded warehouse for a minimum of four years.
• The aged spirit must be bottled at 50% ABV (or, 100 proof).

For any questions regarding the 100 Bourbon Sets for 100 Charities initiative, please email charity@buffalotrace.com. For more information on Buffalo Trace Distillery and its ongoing charitable efforts, please visit www.buffalotracedistillery.com.

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About Buffalo Trace Distillery  

Buffalo Trace Distillery is an American family-owned company based in Frankfort, Kentucky. The Distillery’s rich tradition dates back to 1775 and it is a National Historic Landmark, as well as listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Its history includes such legends as E.H. Taylor, Jr., George T. Stagg, Albert B. Blanton, Orville Schupp, and Elmer T. Lee. Buffalo Trace Distillery is a fully operational Distillery producing bourbon, rye and vodka on site. The Distillery has won more than 40 distillery titles since 2000 and garnered more than 1,000 awards for its wide range of premium whiskies. Its William Larue Weller and Stagg were named Best of Show at the 2024 Denver International Spirits Competition and its Traveller Whiskey is the Most Awarded Super Premium Whiskey Release of 2024. Buffalo Trace Distillery has a deep commitment to supporting charitable initiatives. Nonprofit organizations interested in learning more about the Distillery’s efforts are encouraged to register their charity here. To learn more about Buffalo Trace Distillery, visit www.buffalotracedistillery.com.

THE MACALLAN ARCHIVAL SERIES, FOLIO 8

We are delighted to introduce the latest release of The Macallan Archival Series, Folio 8.

Each release revisits a legendary advertisement from the 1980s and 1990s, breathing new life into much-loved campaigns. These adverts introduced The Macallan to a wider audience for the first time and now have a moment to captivate once more.

Folio 8, celebrates the billboard advert ‘The Colossus of Nose’, a witty and clever play on words that nods to the classical reference ‘The Colossus of Rhodes’. It playfully alludes to the magnificent aroma emitted by the King of Malts, otherwise known as The Macallan.

DISCOVER THE WHISKY

TASTING NOTES
EXPLORE COLOUR, NOSE, PALATE & FINISH

COLOUR
Vintage Terracotta.

AROMA
Golden Sultanas and Ripe Dates, Sweet Berry Compote, Toffee Brittle, Lemon Peel, Cinnamon and hints of Anise.

PALATE
Sweet Raisin and Sultanas, Ginger, Lemon and Orange Zest, Toffee and Sweet Oak.

FINISH
Long, Rich with Sweet Oak Spices.

ABV
43%

THE MACALLAN ARCHIVAL SERIES

The Macallan Archival Series celebrates the rich heritage of The Macallan – and its most unforgettable advertising campaigns from decades past.

These adverts combine stories, anecdotes, drawings and photographs to showcase how The Macallan grew from a remote farmstead on the River Spey to become a world-renowned single malt whisky recognised for its incomparable craftsmanship and creativity.

Bardstown Bourbon Company 6 Year Old “Origin Series – Wheated” Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

(750ml)

$44.99

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Bardstown’s High Wheat Bourbon is the first 39% wheated mashbill available on the market. This expression explodes with richness and flavor thanks to 39% wheat in the mashbil and at 106 proof in the bottle.vEstate-distilled, aged and bottle on-site; enjoy the unmatched character and elegance of High Wheat. CORN 53% WHEAT 39% MALTED BARLEY 8%. Tasting notes from the distillery, “Ripe apricot and lemon rest on leather and crème brûlée. A bold palate of oak and pastry leads to a lightly spiced, full-bodied finish.”

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Strathearn

Discover the rich, creamy depths of Strathearn Highland Single Malt—crafted with Maris Otter Malt and expertly matured in hand-selected casks to achieve a refined, full-bodied character.

Nose

Rich malted barley with gentle oak notes.

Palate

Syrupy and mouth-coating, bringing honey, buttercream, baking spice, and dried apricots.

Finish

Long and warming, with hints of home baking and buttery oak biscuits.

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We’ve been singing the praises of the Tasting Panel and their expert noses this month – but we’re not the only experts on a mission to explore flavour in creative new ways. Husband-and-wife team and Society members Grant and Georgia Fraser of Cortino barrel-aged coffee have been creating a range of coffees with beans that have matured in Scotch whisky casks.

Fellow Society members, Adam and Isabelle specialise in loose leaf teas that they source from around the world. Both are dedicated to the possibilities of what experiences flavour can bring. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up tea and coffee-inspired bottlings to pair with your next brew.

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