Celebrate World Whisky Day with Aldi Scotland’s award-winning Glen Marnoch range from £18.49 a bottle

Aldi’s exceptional single malt Scottish whiskies deliver a true taste of Scotland at incredible value

This World Whisky Day, Aldi Scotland is spotlighting its award-winning Glen Marnoch range, a collection that brings together the character and craft of Scotland’s most celebrated whisky regions.

From the rich Highlands to the smoky shores of Islay and the smooth elegance of Speyside, each non-aged expression in the Specially Selected Glen Marnoch range has been carefully crafted to deliver depth of flavour and exceptional quality.

Since launching in 2011, the collection has secured more than 20 awards, making it Aldi’s most decorated whisky range to date. Most recently, the Speyside expression was awarded Bronze at the World Whiskies Awards 2026, adding to its growing list of accolades.

Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

RRP £18.49 | ABV 40% | 70cl 

A refined and approachable Speyside dram, offering layers of sweet vanilla and soft malt drawn from oak cask maturation. The palate is smooth and rounded, with notes of dried fruits and a gentle warmth of cinnamon leading to a mellow, lingering finish.

Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

RRP £18.49 | ABV 40% | 70cl

Bold and full of character, this Islay expression delivers a distinctive hit of peat smoke balanced with subtle sweetness. Beneath the smokiness sits a nutty richness, creating a complex and satisfying dram with a long, warming finish.

Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

RRP £18.49 | ABV 40% | 70cl

Rich, smooth and well-rounded, this Highland whisky is matured in hand-crafted white oak casks for at least three years. Expect warming notes of cinnamon and dried fruits, layered with gentle oak for a balanced and comforting finish.

Alan Leslie, Buying Director at Aldi Scotland, said: “The Glen Marnoch range reflects Aldi’s commitment to delivering exceptional Scotch whisky that champions both quality and provenance. With recognition across some of the industry’s most respected awards, each expression offers a distinctive taste of Scotland’s whisky regions, making it an ideal choice for World Whisky Day and beyond.”

Aldi’s Specially Selected Glen Marnoch whiskies are available across all 113 stores in Scotland.

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Due to demand, Old Perth releases limited Pedro Ximénez

Old Perth, the Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers (MSWD) blended malt brand, has unveiled a new limited edition expression, bringing together five exceptional Speyside distillates, each fully matured in first-fill Pedro Ximénez (PX) sherry butts and hogsheads.

Crafted with a focus on richness and depth, the latest release is a celebration of Old Perth’s signature sherry-led style, showcasing the smoothest malt whiskies from some of Scotland’s finest distilleries.

On the nose, the whisky opens with indulgent notes of sticky dates and overripe grapes, layered with warming hints of ginger and cinnamon. The palate delivers a decadent profile reminiscent of sticky toffee pudding, coated in rich molasses, with a subtle cinnamon spice lingering through the finish.

Bottled at a robust 54.3% ABV, this cask-strength release is rich in flavour and remarkable by nature – a true reflection of Old Perth’s dedication to expertly curated, sherry-matured malts.

This expression is a twist on a Pedro Ximénez fan favourite that sold out instantly in 2023. Speaking about the liquid. Graeme Mackeddie, Production Director at Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers, said:

“We’ve taken the rich, sherry-forward style our drinkers know and love and elevated it further through full maturation in first-fill PX casks, creating something deeper, more indulgent and truly special.”

The Old Perth limited edition is available from 14 May via select specialist retailers across the UK and Europe, with an RRP of £60.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Sticky dates and overripe grapes with a hint of ginger and cinnamon
• Palate: Sticky toffee pudding covered in a rich molasses with subtle cinnamon spice
• 54.3%
• No added colour and non-chill filtered

For more information, stockist listings or image assets, visit: www.oldperthwhisky.co.uk/stockists

ABOUT MSWD

Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers (MSWD) is an independent, family-owned company based in Perth, Scotland. Rebranded in 2020, MSWD represents five generations of Morrison whisky heritage under one name, with a focus on single malt production, brand development, blending and bottling. Its flagship brands include Aberargie, Old Perth, Mac-Talla, Càrn Mòr and Bruadar.

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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

If you’re into bold, comforting and wonderfully complex drams this is for you. Dried Fruits & Spices is a profile steeped in richness, with Tasting Notes that span from a Parisian parlour with perfume, bergamot, a cigar box, and leather to a sauna session with a cappuccino. These evocative whiskies tell a story with each sip.

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The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, The Vaults, 87 Giles Street, Leith EH6 6BZ

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This is your chance to join and to take advantage of their great offers!

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Caol Ila, in three acts

Rare Find celebrates Fèis Ìle 2026 with the release of a limited-edition triptych

Rare Find, the award-winning Edinburgh-based independent bottler today unveils its exclusive Fèis Ìle 2026 Collection – a sensory homage to Islay’s cherished whisky festival. Comprising three single cask 12-year-old Caol Ila single malts, each finished for three months in a unique octave cask – Ruby Port, Tawny Port, and Madeira – this unified trio captures both the vibrancy of the island and the spirit of discovery that defines Rare Find.

The collection is presented with striking full-art labels, each designed in a bespoke colour palette chosen to reflect the individual character of the cask within. From Caol Ila’s signature maritime smoke and mineral edge to softer notes of citrus, the artwork offers a visual interpretation of the spirit itself – creating a triptych in which flavour and design are intrinsically linked.

As with all Rare Find bottlings, these releases are presented without compromise – natural colour, non-chill filtered and bottled at cask strength – revealing Caol Ila’s coastal power and smoky poise through different lenses of fortified wine cask influence.

Rare Find Feis Ile 2026 Collection

Caol Ila 12-Year-Old Ruby Port Octave Finish
Finished for three months in a Ruby Port octave.
58.2% ABV | 61 bottles
NOSE Presenting with smoked barbecue sauce, dried berries, and warming mulling spices.

PALATE Citrus and granite with medicinal smoke, redcurrants, and raspberries.

FINISH Long, lingering notes of sweet, fruity smoke.

Caol Ila 12-Year-Old Tawny Port Octave Finish
Finished for three months in a Tawny Port octave.
58.3% ABV | 63 bottles
NOSE Mince pies, cola cubes, medicinal peat smoke, and pineapple chunks.

PALATE Soft brown sugar, cola bottles, anise chews, and lingering coastal smoke.

FINISH Lemon gel, iodine, and fading sweet fruits.

Caol Ila 12-Year-Old Madeira Octave Finish
Finished for three months in a Madeira octave.
57.9% ABV | 66 bottled
NOSE Presenting griddled strawberries, salted almonds, ashy smoke, and angelica.

PALATE Mouthcoating with aniseed, coastal smoke, and zesty lemon tart.

FINISH Long with salinity, slowly fading lemon and persistent smoke.

Speaking about the release, John Moffat, Head of Commercial for Rare Find, said:  “We create whiskies for those who chase unforgettable moments as much as exceptional flavour – the first dram after stepping off the ferry, waves lapping against the distillery walls, and late evenings spent sharing stories with newfound friends. Our Fèis Ìle 2026 Collection is our tribute to those moments, and to the unmistakable magic that only Islay can inspire. It also marks an exciting milestone for Rare Find with the launch of our first full art label series – a bold glimpse of what’s still to come.”

The Feis Ile Collection will be available from select retailers from Friday 22nd May 2026. Each release has an RRP of £99.00. Rare Find Vault members will be offered an exclusive opportunity to purchase a limited number of bottles shortly before the official launch date.

About Rare Find

Each Rare Find release is an unrepeatable, limited-edition whisky sourced from sought-after distilleries. With every bottle, we celebrate liquid excellence – meticulously selecting, maturing, and finishing in the highest quality casks to deliver whisky that’s rare by design.

From the millions of casks maturing in Scotland, only a small percentage are destined for single malt bottlings, and from those, only the best become a Rare Find.

The Core Faultline Bourbon, Built to Overdeliver
K&L’s “Faultline” 100 Proof Straight Bourbon Whiskey ($39.99)
“It’s rich, with sweet fruit right on the entry, a full-bodied mid-palate, and a long, rich, spicy finish.” — Josh Gelfand, K&L Spirits Buyer

What a fun batch this was to put together! From the original 10 barrels of 10 and 8-year-old bourbons, our team tasted through them all to pick our two favorite standouts for the single barrel cask strength bottling. We then meticulously combined, measured, proofed, and tested the rest to make sure we nailed the profile for this 100-proof banger. The 10-year-old casks came from a mid-high rye 75/21/4 mash bill, while the 8-year-old barrels used an even higher rye 60/36/4 recipe. This overall high-rye blend carries the perfect balance of sweet and spice to be approachable, sippable, and crushable. It is truly worthy of carrying on the Faultline legacy during K&Ls 50th year. So lets dive in, shall we? A resonant burnt sienna color greets you, and the nose invites you in with warm clove, cinnamon, spent coffee grounds, chocolate-covered orange peel, and a touch of golden raisins. The palate introduces marmalade, peanut butter, and Mexican hot chocolate to the mix, with a wisp of extracted roots that hints at the aromatic bitters used in an Old Fashioned. It is exactly the kind of cocktail this bourbon begs to be used for. The finish is easy, almost demanding that you jump back in for another sip. This will shine in any whiskey concoction, but it is just as impressive standing alone. At a mere $40, it is worth every penny.

— Josh Gelfand, K&L Spirits Buyer

K&L’s “Faultline” 100 Proof Straight Bourbon Whiskey ($39.99)

Once again, we found some kick@$$ casks, including some 10-year-old 75/21/4 and 8-year-old 60/36/4 barrels that had “Faultline” written all over them from their woody, sweet, and spicy profiles. We kept tasting and tasting until we found the sweet spot at 100 proof. The proprietary blend is one we keep close to the vest. It’s FAR better than we ever thought it would be. The plan was to provide something fun and delicious for our customers, but the final whiskey is just phenomenal. It’s rich, with sweet fruit right on the entry, a full-bodied mid-palate, and a long, rich, spicy finish. It tastes like it came from Four Roses or somewhere fancy in KY. We only produce it when we find a batch worthy of this special recipe because this bourbon is the old King of K&L. Taste it if you don’t believe us.

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Glen Scotia Special Offers

Campbeltown Festival is just around the corner, celebrating one of Scotland’s most distinctive whisky regions. Though small in size, Campbeltown has earned a legendary reputation for its rich distilling heritage and boldly characterful malts. To mark the occasion, we’re bringing you a set of Glen Scotia offers worth raising a glass to. Whether you’re after some of your favourites or discovering something new from this legendary distillery, there’s never been a better time to dive in.

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A Guide To Glen Scotia

Discover the history, whisky and enduring spirit of Glen Scotia. Whether you’re exploring Campbeltown’s rich heritage or just beginning your whisky journey, this is a distillery worth getting to know.

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Mark’s Whisky Ramblings 601: Four Corners of Scotland

Mark Dermul, Belgian whisky blogger, tries no less than 4 special malts in a row. Diageo transformed four distilleries into the ‘Home of Johnnie Walker,’ as these malts are an essential part of their blends. To celebrate this, four special releases were launched, each limited to 3,000 bottles, representing their respective regions. Here’s the lineup: Glenkinchie, Cardhu, Clynelish, and Caol Ila. Filming took place in Vienna and Graz while on a city trip with two friends.

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