AMERICAN SINGLE MALT

American single malt whiskey is on the rise. The variety of styles within this category comes from the ability to experiment – distillers aren’t bound by a specific type of still, cask, or minimum age requirement – unlike in other whisky-producing countries.

Distilleries like Copperworks, named our New Wave Whisky of the Year for 2025, are leading the charge, bringing a brewer’s mindset to their whiskies with flavours ranging from peach iced tea, fresh raspberries and chocolate chip cookies.

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Heaven Hill Distillery Announces 2025 Heaven Hill Heritage Collection Release

This year’s release features the oldest Wheat Whiskey release from Heaven Hill to date

BARDSTOWN, Ky. (February, 2025) – Heaven Hill Distillery announced today the release of Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 19-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey. Each spring, this annual, highly limited release features some of the distillery’s oldest inventory of aging Whiskey, continuing the standard of excellence Heaven Hill has practiced since 1935.

Each release in the ultra-premium collection features one of the six traditional American Whiskey mashbills produced by Heaven Hill, one of the only heritage distilleries to produce this range. This 2025 edition features Heaven Hill’s Wheat Whiskey mashbill, comprised of 51% Wheat, 37% Corn, 12% Malted Barley and is bottled at 100 proof. With an age statement of 19 years, this release is made up of 277 barrels produced in August and September of 2005, that were aged on the 5^th and 6^th floors of rickhouse Y. To date, it is the oldest Wheat Whiskey released by Heaven Hill.

With its subtle nose of seasoned oak and honey sweetness followed by elements of clove and nutmeg, this edition of the Heaven Hill Heritage Collection has all the hallmarks of a classic Wheat Whiskey enhanced by the extended time spent in the rickhouse. A testament to its age, the initial notes on the palate include aged oak and baking spices particularly cloves. These elements are followed by rich and sweet notes of cinnamon graham crackers. The finish is warm, but medium in length dominated by maple syrup and caramel sweetness along with tannic elements adding a peppery tingle.

“This 19-year-old Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey is especially unique, as a product with this mashbill at this age offers an exceptional depth and complexity that is rarely seen,” says Master Distiller Conor O’Driscoll. “It truly represents the high standard that Heaven Hill is known for and is a great example of how craftsmanship and patience can pay off when you’re willing to wait for the highest-quality product to come from the Whiskey-making process.”

Along with its innovation-focused counterpart the Parker’s Heritage Collection, the Heaven Hill Heritage Collection is a testament to Heaven Hill’s standard for excellence and ultra-aging techniques.  Releases from both collections offer a glimpse into the long-term plan across Heaven Hill’s American Whiskey stock and commitment to quality, craft, and innovation.

As with previous releases, the Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 750ml bottle will be accompanied by a premium box in signature Heaven Hill blue. The Heaven Hill Distillery seal is prominently positioned on the box, strip stamp and label, and will mirror that of Heaven Hill Bottled-in-Bond and the recently launched Heaven Hill Grain to Glass line. A signature of the Heaven Hill Heritage Collection, specific attributes such as warehouse site location, production date, mashbill percentages, and other designations are noted prominently on the packaging.  Heaven Hill Heritage Collection 19-Year-Old Kentucky Straight Wheat Whiskey will launch nationally and internationally on a limited basis with a MSRP of $299.99 and will begin shipping in early March 2025.

ABOUT HEAVEN HILL DISTILLERY: Founded in Kentucky by the Shapira family in 1935, Heaven Hill Distillery continues its legacy as one of the foremost American Whiskey producers. Heaven Hill has cultivated the traditions and history of America’s Native Spirit with its fierce independence, passionate family ownership, dedication to quality, and thoughtful innovation. Today, Heaven Hill Distillery maintains over 2 million barrels aging in nearly 70 warehouses throughout Nelson and Jefferson Counties. It is home to an award-winning collection of American Whiskeys including Elijah Craig Bourbon, Larceny Bourbon, Evan Williams Bourbon, Pikesville Rye Whiskey, Rittenhouse Rye Whisky, Parker’s Heritage Collection, and Old Fitzgerald along with its extensive Bottled-in-Bond label collection. Heaven Hill Distillery currently holds the title of 2024 and 2023 Whisky Magazine Distillery of the Year and 2023 World’s Best Small Batch Bourbon from the Icons of Whisky, as well as the 2022 Large Spirits Producer of the Year from the Ascot Awards. Heaven Hill Distillery held the title of 2020 Whisky Advocate Whisky of the Year, the second Whisky of the Year for Heaven Hill Distillery in the past four years. In 2019 Heaven Hill Distillery was named San Francisco World Spirits Competition Distillery of the Year, Best in Show Whisky, and previously held the titles of 2018 San Francisco Spirits Word Spirits Competition Best Bourbon, 2016 Whisky Magazine Distillery of the Year. For more information, please visit www.heavenhilldistillery.com.

Meikle Tòir Chinquapin 5 Years Old

Aged in superior Chinquapin virgin oak barrels sourced from the Northern Ozark region of Missouri, USA, this single malt delivers robust notes of sweet spices and toasted nuts, which join the peat smoke. Coming in at 35 PPM, the whisky has a sweeter style of smoke character, owing to the mainland peat from St. Fergus used to kiln the barley. After a lengthy 160-hour fermentation, the whisky has a complex character which stands up well to ageing in virgin oak casks.

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Meikle Tòir Original 5 Years Old

The original is made with mainland peat from St. Fergus, the flavour contribution is sweeter than that anticipated of coastal peat. With an extended fermentation time of 160 hours, nearly triple the industry average, the whisky boasts a flavour-rich, complex character. Aged in a combination of first-fill Bourbon barrels, American virgin oak casks and Rye barrels, the spirit clocks in at 35 PPM.

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Meikle Tòir The Sherry One 5 Years Old

Expertly matured in quality Pedro Ximénez Oloroso Sherry puncheons, the casks have imparted rich, fruity notes that mingle harmoniously with warming wisps of peat smoke. Made using mainland peat from St. Fergus, the sweet, phenolic content of the whisky amounts to 35 PPM. A lengthy fermentation period of 160 hours results in a fruit-forward spirit that lends itself perfectly to ageing in the finest Sherry oak.

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Old Particular

Wine Cask Series: Blair Athol 13 Years Old

We are delighted to bring to you our exclusive Old Particular ‘Red Wine Cask’ Collection. This distinctive expression sees our Blair Athol 13 years old enjoy a lengthy finish in a Single Sangiovese Red Wine Cask sourced from Italy. The well-rounded and intricate characteristics of Sangiovese seamlessly intertwine with the rich depth of Blair Athol.

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An exclusive offering within our Old Particular range, the Red Wine Cask Collection. Each pairing in this collection has been meticulously selected to enhance the inherent qualities of our Malt Scotch Whisky, elevating the complexity and depth to introduce entirely new taste experiences.

Distinguished by their deep red wax dip finish, premium labelling and sleek black wine-shaped bottle. These premium expressions reveal intriguing layers of flavour with every sip.

Sherry Cask Wins Gold!

We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded a gold medal in the highly respected World Whiskies Awards for our Sherry Cask single malt whisky. Winning gold in the Rest of the World category for whiskies Aged 12 Years and Under is a true accolade for our team.

The World Whiskies Awards are part of the World Drinks Awards which celebrate the world’s best drinks and are considered one of the most influential award bodies in the industry. The whiskies are judged by whisky experts from around the world.

“We are delighted to receive this prestigious taste award for our Sherry Cask expression, which has been sherry-aged throughout its full maturation and of which we are truly proud.”

— Dan Szor, Founder

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Each yearly batch of our Sherry Cask whisky is unique, drawn from the finest American and Spanish oak hogsheads and butts, some of which have been seasoned with dry Oloroso sherry and others with sweet Pedro Ximénez.

All have been sherry-aged for a deeper and more flavourful whisky. Full of dried fruits, chocolate and a touch of spice. The whisky is non-chill filtered with natural colouring and is 57.4% ABV.

To us, Hedonism is more than a whisky.

It’s an idea that transcends time and tradition. It’s an invitation to share in the pleasures of whisky and creativity. It’s the embodiment of the Compass Box ethos.

As of February 2024, Hedonism has become a limited annual release. Hedonism was the first whisky to be adorned with a female face, and so, each year we ask a different female artist to bring to life the grace and strength that our original label illustration represented.

This year’s release features a work by Sofia Bonati, an Argentinian-born artist known for her captivating portraits of women. With her signature blend of surrealism and bold geometric patterns, Sofia captures the elegance and individuality that define Hedonism.

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UNMISTAKABLY HEDONISM

Hedonism pushes the conversation around the deliciousness of grain whisky forwards.

This year, classic butterscotch flavours are complemented by notes of rich, dark cocoa powder from a small parcel of grain whisky finished in wine casks.

We started with a base layer of a previous vatting of Hedonism, adding single grain from The Cameronbridge Distillery, further matured for 2 years in a first-fill ex-Marsala barrique.

Initial waves of sticky caramel, leading into a heart of pure peach purée, cocoa and pear. Chocolate mousse arrives on the palate, joined by nutmeg-inflected custard. The finish freshens to white grape, Fuji apple and vanilla.

INTRODUCING SOFIA BONATI

Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina into a family of artists, Sofia Bonati has shown her work all over the world. She is currently based in Oxfordshire, along the Thames from our Blending Room in Richmond, London.

As with whiskymaking, Sofia’s process balances intention and inspiration. Her work asks us to pause, to wonder, and to reflect on the interplay between strength and elegance. With steady confidence, the eyes of Sofia’s Hedonism woman meet ours, inviting us to consider the stories she holds.

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HOME COLLECTION, RIVER SPEY WITH ART PRINTS

We are pleased to share that this release is now available to purchase from our Online Boutique, with limited availability. Home Collection, River Spey is sold with three limited edition giclée art prints by Michelle Lucking. These unique prints are exclusively available with purchases of Home Collection, River Spey from The Macallan Estate and our Online Boutique.

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Decadent Drams Teaninich 13 years old

A 2011, 13 year old Teaninich. Matured in a 1^st fill hoghsead and bottled at natural cask strength.

This is simultaneously both a modern and an old school whisky. It is delicious but discombobulating. You will probably find yourself, much like our label cover star, Ozark the Drambot, confounded and existentially torn between the incompatible dualities of his existence. However, we would appreciate it if you didn’t focus too much on that outcome and still purchased bottles like a dutiful consumer.

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We are delighted to announce our partnership with award-winning luxury travel experience providers, Pelorus.  Together we have created an extraordinary experience at our private 300-acre Estate which includes the opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind whisky masterpiece with our Master Whisky Maker, Laura Rampling.

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For all questions regarding the partnership, please contact The Glenrothes at concierge@theglenrothes.com or enquire directly to the Pelorus team via their website.

Evan Williams Bourbon Experience to Release Annual, Special Edition Kentucky Derby Festival Single Barrel Bourbon Bottle

The 2017 Vintage,106 proof Bourbon is dipped in pink wax, one of the Derby Festival’s official colors

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – As an official sponsor of the Kentucky Derby Festival for the ninth consecutive year, the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience will release a special edition bottle of Evan Williams Single Barrel Bourbon sold with a commemorative 53^rd Edition Gold Pegasus Pin beginning Thursday, February 13.

Dipped in an iridescent pink wax, the bottle features a special face label with the coordinating Kentucky Derby Festival logo and includes an official 2025 Pegasus Pin in an envelope attached to each bottle. The hand-dipped, limited-edition bottles will be available for purchase at the Evan Williams Bourbon Experience for $89.99 and at select area retailers while supplies last. Pegasus Pins will also be sold exclusively at the Experience through March 1.

The limited edition 2016 vintage is bottled at 106 proof. A bright copper color, this release opens with notes of black cherry and molasses on the nose followed by that same cherry and sorghum sweetness on the palate. The finish is medium to long with notes of cinnamon, barrel char and green pepper corn spice. Each bottle of Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage Bourbon contains the exact day it was put in an oak barrel to age, the barrel number, and the date it was bottled.

“The Evan Williams Bourbon Experience is proud to continue the tradition of celebrating the season with Kentucky Derby Festival,” said Jodie Filiatreau, Evan Williams Bourbon Experience Artisanal Distiller. “These bottles have become collectors’ items for Bourbon and Derby Festival enthusiasts alike for nearly a decade and we’re honored to provide delicious whiskey to help fans celebrate this special time of year.”

The Bourbon is matured in Heaven Hill’s rickhouses under the careful supervision of Master Distiller Conor O’ Driscoll, who monitors the progress of each year’s vintage to ensure it maintains its intended flavor profile and superb quality. Evan Williams Single Barrel Vintage has won five “Whiskey of the Year” awards and is one of the most critically acclaimed specialty Bourbons produced by Heaven Hill Distillery, the world’s second largest holder of aging Bourbon.

“For more than five decades, the Pegasus Pin has been synonymous with springtime in Louisville and an iconic symbol of the Kentucky Derby Festival,” said Matt Gibson, Kentucky Derby Festival President & CEO. “We know this special edition bottle dressed in our signature pink color will be popular with pin collectors and Festival Fans alike.”

Bringing the community together since 1956, the Kentucky Derby Festival has grown to become a whirlwind of more than 70 special events leading up to the big race in May. The Kentucky Derby Festival runs this year from March 22 – May 2.

ABOUT THE EVAN WILLIAMS BOURBON EXPERIENCE: The Evan Williams Bourbon Experience® (www.EvanWilliamsBourbonExperience.com) celebrates the legacy of Evan Williams, Kentucky’s first commercial distiller, through an immersive visitor’s center experience which brings to life the history and tradition of Kentucky’s native spirit. An official stop on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail®, the facility offers guests a historical glimpse back in time to see Evan Williams’ original distillery through high-definition video recreations of the Louisville wharf and Main Street in the late 18th Century, plus recreations of Whiskey Row building facades along Main Street from the 1890’s through the present. Meanwhile, visitors learn the essential differences between distilling during Evan Williams’ era and Heaven Hill’s modern Bernheim Distillery operations.

ABOUT THE KENTUCKY DERBY FESTIVAL: Since 1956, the Derby Festival has worked to bring the community together in celebration. The Festival is an independent community organization supported by 4,000 volunteers, 400 businesses and civic groups, Pegasus Pin sponsorships and event participation. This involvement has made the Festival the largest single attended event in Kentucky and one of the leading community celebrations in the world.