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Last minute Xmas Gifts?

Still struggling with Christmas gift ideas? Our shop beside Whiski Rooms is open right up till Xmas Eve with an array of delightfully Scottish gifts and treats.

Our gift vouchers make great gifts, so versatile and can be used in all three of our Whiski Venues so take your pick from Whiski Bar on the Royal Mile with its live music every night tor the romantic Whiski Rooms or indulge in a delicious whisky tasting in our shop or just buy a bottle of something tasty with your gift voucher – we ‘ve got it covered.

Our Whisky tastings run daily and cover our Introduction to Whisky, Whisky and Chocolate and Whisky and Cheese tastings and also for the more experienced whisky drinker we can do our Premium Whisky Tastings – something for everyone and fun guaranteed, no experience necessary !

The best thing is you can schedule your gift voucher to arrive when you want it to – all easy convenient and order online from the comfort of home.

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We’re very pleased to present the 2025 Victoria Whisky Festival. The Victoria Whisky Festival will run through Thursday the 16^th, Friday the 17^th, Saturday the 18^th and Sunday the 19^th of January 2025 at the 5-star Hotel Grand Pacific located on Victoria’s beautiful Inner Harbour. To order tickets please contact Frank Hudson at info@victoriawhiskyfestival.com

In the embrace of the longest night, we find the promise of returning light

The longest night of the year has arrived, we at Glengoyne wish you a joyous and peaceful Winter Solstice. We hope this season brings warmth and light to you and your loved ones. We are thrilled at the response the Winter Solstice 2024 limited release has had from the Glengoyne family. This limited release draws inspiration from a year-long solargraphy project, capturing the sun’s journey over Glengoyne Distillery throughout the year. As the nights grow shorter, we eagerly anticipate its return. We have a very limited number of bottles remaining – Don’t miss out on this final chance to own a bottle of our Winter Solstice whisky, crafted to celebrate the season’s spirit.

Winter Solstice

We’re very pleased to present the 2025 Victoria Whisky Festival. The Victoria Whisky Festival will run through Thursday the 16^th, Friday the 17^th, Saturday the 18^th and Sunday the 19^th of January 2025 at the 5-star Hotel Grand Pacific located on Victoria’s beautiful Inner Harbour. To order tickets please contact Frank Hudson at info@victoriawhiskyfestival.com

SAZERAC COMPANY NAMED AMERICAN WHISKEY PRODUCER OF THE YEAR AT 2024 INTERNATIONAL SPIRITS CHALLENGE

In addition to the top honor, Elmer T. Lee Single Barrel Bourbon was awarded the prestigious “Trophy” award, the highest medal awarded within the tasting category

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The Sazerac Company, one of the world’s largest distilled spirits companies, has been named the American Whiskey Producer of the Year at the 2024 International Spirits Challenge (ISC) for the fifth consecutive year. Now in its 29th year, the ISC is a premier competition founded on a rigorous and independent judging process. The competition, which receives thousands of entries from more than 70 countries worldwide, truly promotes outstanding quality spirits from across the globe.

Determined by a weighted points system, the American Whiskey Producer of the Year Award is an esteemed recognition honoring the best performing spirits producers in a single category. Winning a total of 46 medals across all brands, Sazerac Company won 32 medals in the American Whiskey category.

“We are humbled to receive the American Whiskey Producer of the Year award for the fifth consecutive year,” said Harlen Wheatley, Sazerac Master Distiller. “This award is more than just an honor- it’s a testament to our team’s relentless dedication, craftsmanship, and passion for making quality spirits. As we celebrate this achievement, we are reminded that consistency and innovation go hand in hand with creating award-winning whiskey.”

At the top of the category was Elmer T. Lee Single Barrel Bourbon, which was awarded a prestigious “trophy” award, the highest medal awarded within the tasting category. Other whiskeys in Sazerac’s portfolio that took home top medals in the competition include:

• Gold
  • 1792 Aged 12 years
  • 1792 Bottled in Bond
  • 1792 Full Proof
  • 1792 Single Barrel
  • 1792 Small Batch
  • Benchmark Single Barrel
  • Benchmark Small Batch
  • E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel
  • Eagle Rare 10-year-old
  • Eagle Rare 17-year-old
  • Sazerac 18
  • Sazerac Rye
  • Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • W. L. Weller 12-year-old
  • W. L. Weller Antique 107
  • W. L. Weller C.Y.P.B.
  • W. L. Weller Full Proof
  • W. L. Weller Single Barrel
  • W. L. Weller Special Reserve

Additional spirits across the total Sazerac portfolio that received top honors include:

• Gold
  • Paddy Irish Whiskey

All spirits entered into the ISC are judged over a rigorous 23-day process of blind tastings by more than 75 respected and experienced industry professionals. Each judge assesses the products’ aroma, appearance, taste and finish, which is combined to determine which medal can be awarded.

Results from the 2024 International Spirits Challenge can be found here.

About Sazerac:

With over 400 years of history, Sazerac is one of the world’s largest distilled spirits companies. Now in the fourth generation of the current family ownership, Sazerac strives each day to bring the finest spirits to consumers and communities around the world.

Over 500 of the world’s most extraordinary brands are part of the Sazerac portfolio, including Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Eagle Rare, Weller, The Last Drop Distillers, Fireball Cinnamon Whisky, Southern Comfort, Wheatley Vodka, Meyers’s Rum, White X Cognac, Sazerac de Forge Cognac, Paddy’s Irish Whiskey, and many more.

Sazerac is also the steward of many fine distilleries internationally, including Buffalo Trace Distillery in Kentucky, United States; Domaine Sazerac de Segonzac in Cognac, France; Paul John Distillery in Goa, India; and Lough Gill Distillery in County Sligo, Ireland. Additional impressive locations can be found in New Orleans, Montréal, London, Cork and Sydney, to name a few.

To learn more visit www.sazerac.com.

The gift of The Macallan is the perfect way to show friends and loved ones how much you care this festive season. As the holidays fast approach, please note the final date to place orders for delivery in time for Christmas is 18th December.

We are pleased to offer complimentary shipping on all single malts and accessories.

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AWARD WINNERS

We’re delighted to announce the three winners of our Of The Year celebrations for 2025. This year we’ve brought back the Spirit Of The Year award and have even created a new category to capture the exciting changes in the whisky landscape. They were selected by our panel of industry experts and the attendees at our judging event in London. After much deliberation the votes were cast and the winners are as follows. 

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WHISKY OF THE YEAR 2025
New Riff Kentucky Straight Bourbon

A high-rye bourbon with a bold, spicy and savoury character, this is a new take on Kentucky’s established whiskey-making traditions. You will find rich notes of butterscotch, blackberries, fresh mint and rye bread.

NEW WAVE WHISKY OF THE YEAR 2025
Copperworks Release 046 American Single Malt Whiskey

American single malt is becoming more established with each passing year and this complex whiskey from Copperworks is a beautiful example of the style. Made using Genie barley from a single farm in Oregon, Copperworks showcases a floral, fruity and citrussy character.

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Last Order Dates

Our whisky gifting collection has everything from our core collection of blends to exclusive single casks, gift packs and stocking fillers.

There’s something for every palate at Wemyss Malts!

Not long to go! Our last date for UK Christmas delivery is Thursday 19th December at 12pm.

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Our last order date for EU Christmas delivery is Thursday 19th December at 10am. 

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A quick reminder that our dedicated US website is live and ready for you! 🎉

Our new site offers an improved shopping experience tailored for our US customers, including better shipping rates and seamless access to your favourite products.

Our last order date for US Christmas delivery is Tuesday 17th December at 12pm.

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