SAZERAC COMPANY 2025 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

For the whiskey connoisseur who’s tasted it all – or thinks they have:

Paul John Christmas Edition 2025 

Crafted on the tropical shores of Goa, the 8^th annual Paul John Christmas Edition 2025 is a celebration of Indian artistry and seasonal indulgence. This unpeated single malt whisky is matured in ex-bourbon casks and finished in cream liqueur casks, revealing layers of honeyed oak, warm spice and a subtle hint of Christmas cake. This exceptional limited-edition expression embodies the spirit of Christmas in every sip, offering connoisseurs and collectors a luxurious taste of the season. SRP: $85 (local taxes and fees will vary).

For the literary soul who believes whiskey is art:

Garavogue 20 Year Old Irish Single Malt Whiskey 

Named for the river that winds through W.B. Yeats’ beloved County Sligo, Garavogue 20 Year Old Irish Whiskey is a poetic expression of place and craft. Aged across multiple casks to achieve remarkable depth and nuance, it unfolds with notes of orchard fruit, vanilla, and gentle spice. Elegant, balanced and distinctly Irish, it’s a gift for those that savor both heritage and artistry. SRP: $199 (local taxes and fees will vary).

For the sports fan who lives for the roar of the crowd and the hum of the highway: 

Traveller Whiskey 

From the baseball diamond to the racetrack, Traveller Whiskey is the perfect companion for fans who know that good whiskey – like a great season – only gets better with time. Created in partnership by Grammy-winning singer, songwriter and musician Chris Stapleton and Buffalo Trace Distillery’s Harlen Wheatley, it’s the ultimate pour for America’s favorite pastimes. SRP: $39.99 (local taxes and fees will vary).

Raise a Dram to St Andrew’s Day with the New Look Jura 12 Year Old

St Andrew’s Day is a time to celebrate Scotland – the faces, the places, and of course, the whiskies that bring us together. And this year, Jura 12 Year Old has a new look fitting for the occasion.

Since 1810, Jura’s beachside distillery has been creating a truly unique single malt. This Scottish island whisky is a testament to Jura’s fruity and balanced house style.

New to whisky and not sure where to start? Jura 12 Year Old makes it easy to find your perfect match. The bottle features a first-of-its-kind taste scale – so whether you’re buying for your nearest and dearest, or simply treating yourself, the scale takes the guesswork out of gifting by showcasing the strength of the whisky’s three key flavours (rated from 0–6): peach (4), bright citrus (3), and lightly toasted walnut (3). It’s a whisky designed to help you discover what you love – before you’ve even cracked open the bottle.

Pick up Jura 12 Year Old from ASDA, Co-op, Morrisons, Tesco and specialist retailers including Master of Malt and The Whisky Exchange, RRP £41.

Thursday January 15th with the Scotch Malt Whisky Society of Canada at 6:30PM and 9:30PM

and

Sunday January 18th with Laphroaig at 1PM

Tickets available at only at the Strath strathliquor.com/vwf

Christmas Shop Now Open at The Whisky Shop!

Get set for Christmas with some amazing early gifts from The Whisky Shop!

We have pulled together some of the finest brands and drams in the whole of whisky world to delight your friends and family this Christmas!

Share the Spirit the Christmas!

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Free Next Day Delivery for 12 Months For just £14.95 you can enjoy free next day delivery on all your orders for a whole year! Geographic restrictions apply, see full T&Cs. Find out more ❯

BLACK FRIDAY AT BARTELS WHISKY

MASSIVE SAVINGS ON BOTTLES SHOWN BELOW:

NO CODES – DISCOUNT ALREADY SHOWN

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TOBERMORY 2007 – AGED 17 YRS

DISCOUNTED PRICE £60

LEDAIG 2007 – AGED 17 YRS
DISCOUNTED PRICE £70

PORT CHARLOTTE 2008 – AGED 15 YEARS
DISCOUNTED PRICE £99

GLENBURGIE 2007 – AGED 18 YEARS

DISCOUNTED PRICE £69

FREE DELIVERY ON ALL BOTTLES

(sale ends 28/11/2025 )

Remember to share your bottles on social media!

We Sell Sanctuary (And It’s Made By Phillips!)

THE VIDEO!

Adam discovers the brand new relaunch of Sanctuary single malt by Fermentorium at Phillips here in Victoria BC. Want to try it? Come and celebrate the launch with us at a very special tasting event and launch party on Dec 7th! Links below.

Fermentorium – The Cask Discovery Tasting

Sunday December 7th at 2pm

Sanctuary Whisky Launch Party

Sunday December 7th at 4pm

Join Phillips Fermentorium and the Deb Rhymer band as they launch their brand new re-imagined Sanctuary whisky at the Sunday Blues Service.

Buy your bottle now 

BUFFALO TRACE DISTILLERY WELCOMES GUESTS TO 27^th ANNUAL “HOLIDAYS AT THE TRACE” CELEBRATION

The Distillery once again transforms into a holiday destination with festive tours, shopping, and signature evening experiences

FRANKFORT, KY (November 17, 2025) – The magic of the holidays has returned to Buffalo Trace Distillery for the 27^th annual Holidays at the Trace celebration. From December 4 – 31, guests can enjoy festive holiday lights and decor, shop for brand–new retail holiday offerings and experience the excitement of the Distillery’s signature evening event – Spirited Nights.

The Distillery’s Holidays at the Trace offerings include:

• Spirited Nights: This year enjoy two unique experiences:
  • Light Trail Experience: a complimentary, 12-night family-friendly event inviting guests to explore Buffalo Trace Distillery after-hours for an experience unlike any other in Kentucky. Visitors will stroll through thousands of twinkling lights, including a 60-foot-long light tunnel and dozens of themed lights scenes, with seasonal food & beverage offerings such as a Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream Hot Chocolate Bar. Guests 21+ may also enjoy complimentary tastings of Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream. Reservations open today, November 18th at 10am ET, with the experience beginning on December 4 and continuing the second and third weekends in December. Reservations are required at https://www.buffalotracedistillery.com/events/upcoming.html.
  • Cocktails & Cheer: a premium, 21+ upgrade that includes access to the Spirited Nights: Light Trail Experience as well as the Distillery’s Holiday Cocktail Trail. Guests receive three winter cocktails featuring Buffalo Trace brands, along with take-home gifts including a Spirited Nights tote bag, a Buffalo Trace souvenir cup and Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream minis. Reservation upgrade(s) available for $25 per person.
• Holidays at the Trace: Drive-Through Light Show: guests may also enjoy the Distillery’s historic grounds illuminated with holiday lights from the comfort of their car. This drive-through experience is complimentary and open nightly from 5:30pm-8:30pm, December 4 – December 31.
• Holiday Shopping: the Buffalo Trace Distillery Gift Shop will offer extended hours and expanded online options throughout Holidays at the Trace, featuring new 2025 apparel, specialty gifts and custom woodworking:
  • Apparel: A variety of women’s jackets, men’s golf polo shirts and hats featuring an assortment of brands from Buffalo Trace to Weller and Pappy Van Winkle.
  • Specialty Gifts: Signature items such as Blanton’s golf headcovers, engraved cocktail kits, Bourbon Cream gift sets, bourbon-infused seasonings and sauces, and pet accessories.
  • Custom Woodworking: For the first time, Whiskey Woodcraft pieces – including personalized barrel heads, handcrafted Glencairn holders, and custom cocktail muddlers will be available for nationwide purchase exclusively online. Each item is crafted from authentic bourbon barrels by the Distillery’s on-site woodworkers.

“Buffalo Trace Distillery has always been a place where people come together to celebrate, and the holidays are no different,” said Tyler Adams, Buffalo Trace Distillery General Manager. “Holidays at the Trace offers something for everyone. Whether you’re here for the lights, the shopping, or the spirit of the season, we are honored to be part of so many cherished family traditions.”

Items can be purchased in-store or online and shipped nationwide. To shop online, visit https://shop.buffalotracedistillery.com. For more information about Buffalo Trace Distillery’s holiday experiences, visit https://buffalotracedistillery.com/holiday.

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.

Always a highlight of our tasting calendar, our Whisky of the Year tasting is your chance to decide which whisky is going to be our 2026 champion. We’ve tasted a lot of whisky the last 12 months and our judging panel has whittled the lineup down to six finalists, but we need you to decide a winner. Then, with the sound of sleighbells in the air, we have the return of our Big Christmas Tasting on 4 December. We’ll be sharing some of our festive favourites and toasting the season in style. Choosing just one whisky to celebrate as our Whisky of the Year is never easy and that’s why we need your help. Every year we host a blind tasting with our guests picking their favourite dram to be our Whisky of the Year.⁠ Join us on 20 November to help us crown a winner.

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A whisky tasting and live music gig with The Rhythm and Booze Project!

Sometimes an event comes along that shouldn’t be missed; this is one of those times.

SMWS Canada is beyond thrilled to welcome to Calgary, for one night only, The Rhythm & Booze Project, a blues duo out of the UK which incorporates whisky tastings into their roots, folk, and blues live music gigs. Blending infectious showmanship with their high-energy music, you’re in for an amazing evening of fantastic music and delicious SMWS whiskies.

Wednesday, January 14th

The Confluence (formerly Fort Calgary)

$65 – doors open at 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start (should wrap up around 9:30pm)

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Here’s a little teaser of what to expect (ignore the whiskies in the video; we’re pourin’ SMWS drams!):

Find the Perfect Christmas Gift

We’re here with the very best bottles to help you savour every moment this Christmas. Whether it’s personalised gifts to leave under the tree, the perfect festive single malt to pour with your friends and family, or Champagne to share around the table, our gift guide has got exactly what you’re looking for.

Gift guide