The World Whiskies Awards is an annual celebration of all things whisky, from single malt Scotch to blended whisky and everything in between! This year’s winners have just been announced and you can get your hands on some of the whiskies with the top accolades at The Whisky Shop. With next day delivery on UK orders and Click & Collect available at any of our 20 locations throughout the UK, you won’t have to wait long for a taste of liquid gold!

BEST HIGHLAND SINGLE MALT

Glenmorangie LaSanta 12yo. Elegant but full bodied this whisky has spent ten years maturing in American white oak ex-bourbon casks before being extra-matured for a further two years in Oloroso and PX Sherry casks from Jerez in Spain. A delicious and soft whisky that will appeal to one and all.  A delicious and soft whisky, with lots of sweet sherry flavoured sultanas, orange segments and butterscotch, combining to create complex warm spices. A long and satisfying finish with spiced orange, chocolate and hazelnuts.
£50.00 Buy Now

BEST ISLAY SINGLE MALT

Corryvreckan takes its name from the famous whirlpool that lies to the north of Islay, where only the bravest souls dare to venture. Swirling aromas and torrents of deep, peaty, peppery taste lurk beneath the surface of this beautifully balanced Ardbeg dram. Like the whirlpool itself, Corryvreckan is not for the faint-hearted!  Intense and powerful, with lots of salt and tar, but also with an appealing dark chocolate sweetness and rich red fruits and muscovado sugar. Lots of pepper on the palate, and a mouthful of black tarry espresso balanced by soft, rich fruits. A long, powerful finish with black coffee, chocolate coated cherries and hot pepper sauce.  £75.00 Buy Now

BEST CAMPBELTOWN SINGLE MALT

Each cask of this Campbeltown Single Malt is selected for its rare character and exceptional maturity. Finished in deep charred oak before bottling straight from the cask, this non chill-filtered expression combines subtle wood and vanilla flavours with a full-bodied spicy fruit aroma.  The nose is elegant with oak and creme brulee notes leading to caramelised fruit and polished oak. The palate is sweet and concentrated with blackcurrant jam, subtle wood and vanilla, while the finish is clean and sweet with cocoa tones.
£80.00 Buy Now

BEST BLENDED MALT WHISKY

Created by legendary Master Blender Dr. Jim Beveridge and his team, Johnnie Walker Green Label is described by whisky expert Dave Broom as, “An arresting, pure malt-whisky with vibrant, natural notes of forest, shore and fruit. The different elements are all in evidence yet also in harmony. Concentrated flavours have been brought together and work together as a whole whilst retaining their individuality. It changes every time you pick up the glass.”  Charles Maclean’s official tasting notes:  Deep amber in colour, initially somewhat closed, then subtle scents of dry Xmas cake, complete with marzipan, icing sugar and waxed wrapper, being to emerge. A smooth, rich texture, and a sweet, dry-fruit mouth taste, with milk chocolate baking spices and a trace of ginger. Drinks well straight.  £47.00 Buy Now

BEST BLENDED SCOTCH WHISKY

Johnnie Walker Double Black Label is a Blended Whisky created in the style of Johnnie Walker Black Label, but with a rich, more intense, smokier flavour. It is proof that the pioneering spirit is still alive and well today.  Created through blending selected aged whiskies that are naturally smoky and rich in character, with those matured in deep charred old oak casks, it is a whisky of real character and depth of taste.  £30.45 Buy Now