Glen Scotia Strath Exclusive Cask 2016

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Aged For 8 Years
Finished In 1st Fill Oloroso
Bottled At Cask Strength

Only At The Strath

This exciting release marks The Strath’s first-ever single cask exclusive from the highly sought-after Campbeltown region. We’re incredibly proud to partner directly with Glen Scotia to bring you this bespoke official bottling of some of their finest unpeated single malt, which gains extra complexity from spending time in both ex-bourbon and ex-sherry. Bottled at full cask strength, with no added colour and no chill-filtration. Just the way our whisky folk like it.

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THE FALKLAND COLLECTION LAUNCHES FIRST-EVER WHISKY

A bold new chapter in Scotch whisky begins where the story first started; today Falkland Whisky proudly announces their inaugural release from Speyside – honouring the historic roots of Scotch whisky and offering a fresh perspective for modern whisky drinkers.

The Falkland Collection has launched their first-ever bottling The Falkland Collection Speyside Single Malt* – a bright and expressive Speyside single malt, aged in re-fill Oloroso sherry casks from Jerez, Spain. The first in a brand-new collection aims to bring approachable, quality whisky to enthusiasts around the world.

Carefully curated through long-standing relationships with distilleries, The Falkland Whisky Collection brings together single malts that offer both complexity and accessibility. Available to trade & stockists now, the whisky can be enjoyed neat, with water, or in a carefully crafted cocktail – Falkland Whisky is aimed to suit any occasion.

A RENOWNED REGION 

The first-ever Falkland Whisky is a Speyside single malt carefully selected for its rich and full-bodied character. Known for its well-rounded profile and elegant malts, Speyside whisky offers both structure and complexity. The region’s relatively mild climate and soft water sources contribute to the smooth and refined character of this dram.

Only the finest sherry casks were meticulously sourced from bodegas in Jerez, a region known for its wine making heritage, and chosen to enhance this Speyside expression’s depth. The interaction between the liquid and the seasoned wood elevates the drinking experience, bringing a balance of richness and vibrancy.

A CONTEMPORARY CLASSIC FROM HISTORIC SOIL 

Steeped in legend and craftsmanship, The Falkland Whisky Collection draws inspiration from the very place where Scotch whisky’s earliest records begin – the royal burgh of Falkland, beneath the Lomond Hills in the Kingdom of Fife.

Just 200 yards from Falkland Palace, where King James IV in 1494 famously commissioned Friar Jon Cor for the first recorded distillation of “aqua vitae,” the Falkland Whisky collection brings Scotland’s proud distilling legacy into the present day.

The Falkland Whisky team offered their thoughts on the launch: “Our mission is to honour the roots of Scotch whisky by making it more accessible and engaging for a new generation. Falkland has always been a place of significance in Scotland’s whisky story and we’re very honoured to be bottling whisky here.”

“Our first release from Speyside really can be enjoyed neat, with water or in a delicious cocktail – the goal is to make The Falkland Collection attractive to whisky lovers all over the world. Those who are looking to broaden their horizons and enjoy a collection of the best approachable and affordable Single Malts, however they like to drink it.”

As the first-in-series, The Falkland Collection Speyside Single Malt marks the beginning of a journey that will take whisky lovers across Scotland’s regions and flavours. Each bottle carries the soul of its origin, curated with care and bottled in the birthplace of Scotch whisky.

The Falkland Collection is available for trade and stockists to enquire on their website now at: www.falkland1494.com

About Falkland Whisky

The Falkland Single Malt Collection aims to bring approachable, quality whisky to enthusiasts around the world. Carefully curated through long-standing relationships with distilleries, The Falkland Whisky Collection brings together single malts that offer both complexity and accessibility. Whether enjoyed neat, with water, or in a carefully crafted cocktail, these whiskies are suited to any occasion.

*The Falkland Speyside Single Malt Tasting Notes

Nose: Fresh orchard fruits, honeyed malt, vanilla, and citrus zest
Palate: Dried fruits, warm spices, and subtle oak
Finish: Smooth and lingering, with gentle spice and caramelised nuts
ABV: 45% | Type: Single Malt | Cask: Re-fill Oloroso Sherry Butt | Non-Chill Filtered

 Email: info@falkland1494.com
Website: www.falkland1494.com
Instagram: @Falkland1494
Address: The Townhouse, Falkland, Fife, Scotland KY15 7BU

JULY 2025

AUCTION NOW LIVE!

We are delighted to offer some old, rare and limited bottlings in this month’s auction, including this Macallan Diamond Jubilee. Released in 2012 to mark the 60th anniversary of the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. A limited release of only 2012 bottles were made available at 52% abv, celebrating the year of her coronation. The whisky itself was drawn on the 8th of February, marking the exact date of the coronation.

Released in 2015, Vintage 1989 is one of two Old Pulteney small batch limited editions in this range. This particular release was matured using American Oak ex-Bourbon barrels that had previously held heavily peated malt. The year of distillation and bottling year indicates that the age of the of the whisky is a minimum of 25 years old.

Released in 1988 to replace the 12 Years Old expression, Lagavulin 16 Years Old was intended to be a limited edition. However, such was the popularity and demand for this highly acclaimed Islay expression, it has remained an integral part of the Classic Malts range ever since. This is the earlier White Horse version which is becoming increasing desirable.

This 21 Year Old Imperial was distilled at the now demolished distillery back in 1996 before being bottled by the dynamic Dornoch-based Independent bottlers the Thompson Brothers. One of only 152 bottles produced.

These are only a few of the old, limited and collectable bottles featured in our July 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 20^th July from 8pm BST.

History in a Bottle:

Discover The Elizabeth Tower Whisky

On this day (July 11th) in 1859, Big Ben’s iconic chimes first rang out across Westminster.

166 years later, we’re raising a glass with a whisky as remarkable as the landmark that inspired it.

At Murray McDavid, we believe every bottle should tell a story. Today, we’re proud to share with you one that brings together history, heritage and craftsmanship… all wrapped up in a beautifully aged  35-year-old single grain Scotch whisky.

This isn’t just a bottle of whisky. It’s a collectible, a conversation starter, and a tribute to a legacy — both structural and spirited.

Read the full story behind The Elizabeth Tower Whisky

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Decadent Drams Blended Grain 52 years old

This Decadent Drams bottling is a 1972, 52 year old single refill barrel of blended grain whisky. No, we don’t have a scooby which grain distillates went into this potion back in 1972. All we know is that it tastes old, mechanical, medicinal, sweet, fruity and luscious. It’s like drinking a coconut full of rum inside the mind of a sentient pineapple that’s learned how to operate heavy machinery and has since unionised with the other tropical fruits and is now causing headaches for the Labour government.

£295.00 incVAT

(£245.83 exVAT)

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The Perfect Fifth Releases Two Whiskies for the Summer, Including Rare 50-Year-Old Scotch and 15-Year-Old American Whiskey

North of Scotland Release Destined to be a Collector’s Item Due to Provenance

NEW YORK (July 9, 2025) – The Perfect Fifth, an American independent Scotch Whisky bottler known for its rare, ultra-premium single cask Scotch Whiskies, is adding two more gems to its collection with the release of a 50-Year-Old Scotch called North of Scotland and a 15 Year-Old Single Barrel American Whiskey under its Cannongate line.

North of Scotland
Scotch connoisseurs will be excited about these two releases, given the provenance of each.  The North of Scotland 50 Year-Old Scotch comes from its eponymous distillery, which was shuttered in 1980.  The North of Scotland Distillery was known for its innovation and produced what is widely considered one of the most flavorsome grain whiskies, due to its higher number of congeners in the spirit cut, as directed by its then-owners to retain its character with age.

North of Scotland is a single-grain Scotch Whisky from the lowland region, distilled in 1973.  The Perfect Fifth purchased a barrel from the original owner some years ago and bottled it in 2025.  The whisky is light, floral, and sweet, like tropical fruits. Today, any whiskies produced at North of Scotland are considered collector’s items, and The Perfect Fifth’s release is sure to be added to that list.

“The North of Scotland Distillery has a special place in Scotland’s whisky history. Even though it was only in place for 20 years, their whiskies were known to be flavorful and innovative for their time,” said Karl Schoen, founder and chief executive officer, The Perfect Fifth.  “When we ran across the opportunity to purchase a barrel from North of Scotland, we were eager to do so, due to its lineage and its elegant and refreshing palate.  It truly is a testament to the distillation craftsmanship that has allowed this barrel to stand the test of time after more than half a century of aging.”

With only 90 bottles available, The Perfect Fifth’s North of Scotland 50-Year-Old Single Grain Scotch Whisky will be highly sought after.  Like all whiskies produced under The Perfect Fifth’s premium line, this bottle comes in a custom, hand-made miniature barrel inscribed with The Perfect Fifth logo, which makes a show-stopping display piece on any bar. The suggested retail price of North of Scotland is $915, and ABV is 45.6%.

 Canongate 15-Year-Old Single Barrel American Whiskey   
The second release, Canongate 15-Year-Old Single Barrel American Whiskey, is part of the brand’s “Born and Bottled” series, which pays tribute to the spirited relationship between Kentucky and Scotland. This whiskey was distilled in Bardstown, Kentucky, in 2009, spent three years aging in Kentucky, and was then sent to Scotland to age another 12 years before being bottled. The unique blend of Kentucky’s tempestuous weather, combined with Scotland’s more temperate climate, has resulted in a whiskey with multiple layers of vanilla and hints of cocoa and light spice.

The Canongate 15-Year-Old Single Barrel American Whiskey is a limited edition with only 236  bottles available in the United States.  The alcohol by volume (ABV) is 63.53. Suggested retail pricing is $185 per 750 mL.

“We’re excited to bring these two expressions out for the summer,” said Schoen, “The Canongate 15-Year-Old is a unique bottling due to the transatlantic journey the barrel took by first spending time in Kentucky, then in Scotland, and now back in the United States.  This bottling celebrates the symbiotic relationship between our two countries in regards to cask sharing.”

Both the North of Scotland and Canongate 15-Year-Old Whiskies are available at retail in New York, New Jersey, California, and online at www.theperfectfifth.com.

About The Perfect Fifth

The Perfect Fifth was created in 2019 by Karl Schoen, who was inspired by watching his family members toast milestones with Scotch Whisky as he grew up. As Karl began his own exploration into the world of Scotch Whisky, he enjoyed finding stellar single cask bottlings and sharing them with others.  This led to the formation of The Perfect Fifth, where Karl and his brother Ben source the best quality whisky from all over Scotland.  Together they travel throughout Scotland, sampling cask after cask until they find those worthy to be selected for The Perfect Fifth. Few casks make the cut, which is why The Perfect Fifth releases are limited editions.  Like the musical interval, The Perfect Fifth releases consist of multiple layers, each one broad and deep, which when combined, make a beautiful assembly meant to be shared with family and friends.

CASK NO. 4.396

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ABV49.5% | Age 25 years | DISTILLED DATE 09/06/1999 | CASK TYPE 1st fill ex-bodega oloroso butt | PROFILE Lightly Peated | REGION Highland

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