For Mankind
Tormore 31 Years

Tomore 31 Year Old 1992

TheWhiskyBarrel.com presents an Exclusive Independent Bottling: Tormore 31 Year Old 1992 Single Malt Scotch Whisky “For Mankind” Apollo Series – First Fill Oloroso Sherry Hogshead Single Cask Release.

Commemorating the 55th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing

[Scotland, 24th April 2024] – TheWhiskyBarrel.com, a distinguished online destination for whisky enthusiasts, proudly introduces its latest exclusive offering: the Tormore 31 Year Old 1992 Single Malt Scotch Whisky “For Mankind” Apollo Series – a First Fill Oloroso Sherry Hogshead Single Cask Release. Crafted by an independent bottler, this extraordinary expression celebrates the pioneering spirit of human exploration, drawing inspiration from the historic Apollo missions.

As part of the exclusive Apollo Series, this independent bottling pays homage to the indomitable spirit of exploration and discovery that defined the Apollo missions. Each sip of the Tormore 31 Year Old 1992 Single Malt Scotch Whisky “For Mankind” is a salute to the courage and ingenuity of humanity, inspiring whisky enthusiasts to embark on their own journey of discovery.

“We are delighted to present this exclusive independent bottling of Tormore Scotch whisky to our discerning customers,” said Alastair Brown, Chief Flight Director at TheWhiskyBarrel.com. “The Tormore 31 Year Old 1992 Single Malt Scotch Whisky ‘For Mankind’ completes the famous Neil Armstong quote and is a true testament to the artistry of whisky making and the legacy of the Apollo missions.”

This limited edition release is available exclusively at TheWhiskyBarrel.com, where whisky aficionados can secure their bottle from 10AM GMT on Wednesday 24th April 2024. With only a single cask available, collectors are encouraged to act quickly to acquire this rare and exceptional expression.

For more information about TheWhiskyBarrel.com and its curated selection of fine whiskies, please visit thewhiskybarrel.com

Apollo Scotch Whisky Series

The Apollo whisky series is a collection of premium single malt whiskies that explore a range of unique flavours and maturation processes, celebrating the art of whisky making and the ingenuity of Mankind with each distinctive release.

Tasting Notes: Cosmic ginger and sandalwood leading to a crater of spearmint and solar flares with sweet sherry and a space time odyssey of juicy raisins. A long oily finish explores a galaxy of dark chocolate with an explosive chilli spice big bang!

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Each bottle retails at: £250 GBP inc. VAT / €243EUR / $259USD / c$357CAD  (+ P&P)

Q) What is the product called?
A) – Tormore 31 Year Old 1992 For Mankind

Q) When will this product be released/was it released?
A) Wednesday 24th April, 2024 at 10AM GMT

Q) Where is it available?
A) Scotland, off-trade, TheWhiskyBarrel.com.

Q) Is this product already available in other markets?
A) Scotland only, TheWhiskyBarrel.com ships worldwide.

Q) How much is it?
A) Each bottle retails at £250 GBP inc. VAT / €243EUR / $259USD / c$357CAD  (+ P&P)

Q) Who handles the product’s distribution?
A) In-house at TheWhiskyBarrel.com.

Q) How many bottles are there?
A) 263 individually bottles.

Q) What is the ABV of this product?
A) Natural cask strength 45.4% abv.

Q) Why has this product been launched?
A) Limited Edition single cask exclusive for TheWhiskyBarrel.com online whisky shop.

THE WHISKY BARREL

The Whisky Barrel is a specialist online whisky and spirits merchant based in Fife, Scotland and was established in 2007. In 2019 The Whisky Barrel won The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade. The Whisky Barrel is also a winner of the Whisky Magazine Online Retailer 2018 and was International Wine & Spirits Competition runner-up in 2016. *N.B. Prices correct at the time of publishing and are subject to currency fluctuation.

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The Loch Fyne Craigellachie 2007 16 Year Old #900545

Behold! This Craigellachie single malt has been decanted from a single cask, specially selected from our own unique and exceptional cask collection. Carefully matured for 16 years, the Speyside dram is presented at a huge 67.2% abv. One of only 871 bottles.

£120.00

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The Loch Fyne Aultmore 2008 15 Year Old #900283

Look at that colour! This Aultmore expression has been decanted from a single cask refill sherry butt, specially selected from our very own unique and exceptional cask collection. Carefully matured for 15 years, the Speyside dram is presented at a hefty 60.8% abv. One of only 848 bottles.

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Glenlaird 12 Year Old Batch 1

This new release from Stravaig Spirits, pays homage to the great landscapes and heritage of the Highland region, showcasing the diverse range of flavours Highland Single Malts are known for.  Each release of Glenlaird is selected through a blind tasting process and chosen purely on flavour. Ensuring there are no preconceptions or biases that can arise from knowing the distillery.  This first release of Glenlaird is a limited edition, bottled at 48% ABV and comes in two age statements, a 10 year and a 12 year old Scotch, but both are unique in flavour and character.  Light mineral smoke and green apple. Liquorice and butterscotch sweetness interlaced with a spicy and clean smoke finish.

£55.00

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Loch Lomond Whiskies unveils new 25-year-old malt whisky as it bolsters its impressive portfolio

A celebration of the distillery’s remarkable straight neck stills

Independent distiller, Loch Lomond Whiskies, has unveiled a new 25-year-old malt whisky, the latest addition to the brand’s growing portfolio.

Loch Lomond 25 Year Old is a celebration of the distillery’s remarkable straight neck stills and the whisky-making team’s ability to create unique flavours through expertise in distillation and maturation.

The maturation process has been carefully managed by Loch Lomond Whiskies’ master blender, Michael Henry, who joined the distillery in 2007.

Using whisky only from the unique straight neck pot stills, Michael has brought together three different spirits with a range of flavour profiles and strengths, ingeniously crafting them into one single expression.

Each whisky has been matured for 25 years in first-fill, refill, and recharred American oak casks, then carefully married together to create Loch Lomond 25 Year Old. The result is a rich, complex whisky that showcases the Loch Lomond signature style of fruit, honey, and soft smoke.

A quarter of a century in the making, this latest expression draws its flavour from extensive maturation in the traditional, time-honoured care and skill of the distillery’s onsite cooperage. As one of only four distillers in Scotland to have its own cooperage, Loch Lomond Whiskies can ensure that barrel repairs and charring are carried out to an exacting standard, so every cask is perfect for maturing whisky.

Since production began in 1966, ingenuity has been at the heart of Loch Lomond Distillery’s methods. It is home to Scotland’s only set of straight neck pot stills, which allows Michael Henry and his team to carefully shape the character of the whisky at the point of distillation, creating a lighter spirit with a distinctive fruit flavour.

Presented in a charcoal blue display case inspired by the hues of its namesake loch, Loch Lomond 25 Year Old’s packaging is finished with copper foil accents which pay homage to the distillery’s unique straight neck pot stills. Each case and bottle carries Michael Henry’s signature.

Michael Henry, master blender at Loch Lomond Group, said: “The release of Loch Lomond 25 Year Old is a significant milestone for us. This is a very special whisky which is perhaps one of the finest examples of our signature distillery style and underlines our continuous commitment to creating remarkable flavours.

Loch Lomond 25 Year Old is non-chill filtered, bottled at 46% ABV and available to purchase from the Loch Lomond Whiskies online store and worldwide through specialist retailers, priced at £390.

To find out more about Loch Lomond Whiskies, visit www.lochlomondwhiskies.com.

• Nose: Notes of toasted oak, coconut, crisp pear and rich spice.
• Palate: Delicious caramel, apricot and pear, lime juice, and a touch of cinnamon spice.
• Finish: Long and dry, with a wisp of oak smoke.

About Loch Lomond Whiskies

Loch Lomond Whiskies is an award-winning, independent Scotch whisky distiller which has been producing the finest single malt whiskies since 1814.  As a Highland malt, it is part of the largest and most diverse whisky-making region in Scotland.

The original site of the Loch Lomond Distillery was established near Tarbert, towards the northwest end of Loch Lomond. In the 1960s, under the leadership of American entrepreneur and chemist, Duncan Scott (who was instrumental in the ongoing success of Scotland’s oldest licensed distillery, Littlemill), a new site was created in Alexandria, which began a move to a more innovative philosophy and style of whisky-making that is still used today.

Located only a few miles from the famous loch, the distillery has a whisky-making capability like no other, using a combination of traditional swan-neck and its signature straight-neck-stills, which are unique to Loch Lomond Whiskies.

The straight-neck stills give Master Blender Michael Henry greater control over the distillation process, allowing him to carefully manipulate the flavour profile of each whisky, and providing a signature fruit, honey and soft smoke flavour profile.

Loch Lomond Whiskies is one of only four distillers in Scotland to have its own onsite cooperage, ensuring that barrel repairs and charring are carried out to an exacting standard, so every cask is perfect for maturing whisky.

The distillery’s multi-award-winning range includes Loch Lomond Original; Loch Lomond 12 Year Old; Loch Lomond 12 Year Old; Loch Lomond Inchmoan 12 Year Old; Loch Lomond Inchmurrin 12 Year Old; Loch Lomond 18 Year Old; Loch Lomond 21 Year Old and Loch Lomond 30 Year Old, as well as Loch Lomond Single Grain (peated and unpeated) and the deluxe blend Loch Lomond Signature.

In 2023, it was recognised as the ‘Most Awarded Distillery’ at the globally renowned San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2023, achieving multiple Double Gold and Gold Awards for its collection of malt whisky brands.

Last year, Loch Lomond 18 Year Old was revealed as The Whisky Exchange’s coveted ‘Whisky of the Year 2024’, achieving superior scores from the judging panel for its full-bodied and fruity character.

Loch Lomond 50 Year Old Single Malt

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Timorous Beastie Highland Malt launches second addition to its ‘Cheese Cellar Collection’ with the release of a Madeira Finish Limited Edition.

Douglas Laing & Co. today releases the second bottling under its Timorous Beastie ‘Cheese Cellar’ Collection. This collection sees the award-winning Highland Malt enjoy a selection of cask finishes, chosen specifically for unique characteristics, in search of discovering the ultimate flavour profile to accompany Artisan cheeses.

Meticulously finished in Madeira casks sourced from sunnier climates, this latest edition offers “an unparalleled depth of flavour and complexity to the already formidable spirit.” Tasting notes are said to bring:

“Nose: Ripe orchard fruits, honeyed sweetness, toasted almonds, and a subtle floral bouquet.

Palate: Toffee, caramelized apples and juicy plums with a gentle spiciness and silky mouthfeel.

Finish: A symphony of sweet vanilla, orange marmalade, and a gratifying warmth.”

The perfect cheese pairing for this new release is said to be “Gruyère due to the complementary flavours, contrasting textures and balanced intensity. The whisky’s notes of dried fruits and caramel balances perfectly with the nutty sweetness of the cheese, allowing each element to shine without overpowering the other.”

Displayed in the same tall black bottle as the first release, this new edition includes the signature mouse character in green colourways alongside premium gold foil finishing and a forest green wax dip seal. It also comes with a premium foiled neck tag providing more information around the flavour profile as well as the ‘Cheese Cellar’ collection.

Bottled at 48% ABV and without colouring or chill-filtration, this bottling stays true to the Douglas Laing family philosophy to provide Scotch Whisky “as natural as it gets.”

Commenting on the new release, Scott Morrison, Timorous Beastie Brand Manager said:

“We’re thrilled to unveil the latest gem in our Cheese Cellar Collection. Showcasing our iconic Highland Blended Malt finished in exquisite Madeira casks, this unique bottling embodies the perfect harmony of tradition and innovation, offering connoisseurs a sensory journey like no other.”

The new release is strictly limited to just 4,000 bottles globally. Timorous Beastie ‘Madeira Edition’ is expected to retail at £60.00 / €70.00.

ABOUT DOUGLAS LAING & CO.

www.douglaslaing.com

Douglas Laing & Co. is a leading independent Scotch Whisky distillery, blender and bottler specialising in the selection and release of Single Cask Single and Small Batch Malt Scotch Whiskies.

The company was founded by Fred Douglas Laing in 1948 and is still owned and run by the Laing family – Fred Laing Jr and his daughter Cara Laing.

The company philosophy is to bottle the way the distiller intended – at a high strength and without chill filtration to preserve the robust and unique character of the Whisky. Douglas Laing’s industry reputation and many awards are a testament to this ethos.

Douglas Laing’s Remarkable Regional Malts, the Ultimate Distillation of Scotland’s Malt Whisky Regions, encompasses The Epicurean Lowland Malt Scotch Whisky, Timorous Beastie (Highlands), Scallywag (Speyside), The Gauldrons (Campbeltown), Rock Island (Islands) and Big Peat (Islay).

Beyond its Blended Malts expertise, the award-winning Douglas Laing portfolio also includes Provenance, Premier Barrel, Old Particular, Xtra Old Particular, and XOP Black, collectively known as the firm’s “Exceptional Single Casks”.

Wildmoor is a new range of high-aged prestige whiskies from William Grant & Sons, inspired by the Scottish wilderness. Wildmoor combines malt and grain whiskies drawn from the Grant family’s ancient reserves – a collection of the rarest old stocks from Scotland’s finest distilleries, some of which have been lost forever. Crafted under the watchful eye of Master Blender Brian Kinsman, these exceptional whiskies encapsulate the elemental majesty of the Scottish wilds.

DARK MOORLAND

AGED 23 YEARS

70cl | 42% ABV

A decadent blend of Highland and Speyside malts combined with Lowland grain Whisky. Matured in a combination of American and European Oak, and finished in Oloroso sherry casks for a rich flavour that evokes the wind-swept moorlands of Scotland. An epic landscape of rich oak, deep vanilla and mellow sherry spice.

£184.95

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RUGGED COAST

AGED 30 YEARS

70cl | 42% ABV

Inspired by Scotland’s rugged western coastline; sea air, crashing waves and notes of peat. This elegant Whisky is matured in American oak with an Oloroso sherry cask finish. Experience waves of bonfire smoke, sea salt, vanilla sweetness and sherry spice. Smoke meets rich stone fruit for a lingering finish.

£549.95

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BLACK MOUNTAIN

AGED 40 YEARS

70cl | 46% ABV

Drawing inspiration from the imposing dark mountains of Northern Scotland. An extraordinarily intense blend of rare grain and Highland malts enhanced by the addition of Ghosted Distillery stock. This luxurious, rich, and elegant Whisky is finished in a Pedro Ximenez cask. A towering peak of flavour, where vanilla and caramel notes meet an indulgent sherry richness.

£959.95

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Cult-Favorite, Exclusive Single Malts from Gordon & MacPhail

With unparalleled complexity from the first nose all the way through the finish, the 2009 Bunnahabhain belongs on the short list of any serious Scotch afinicionado, no matter what your stylistic preferences are. Next up, from the treasured Tobermory distillery on the far-flung Isle of Mull, the 2005 Ledaig has everything that a proper Ledaig should, from powerful peat to off-the-charts complexity to perfectly integrated barrel character from the refill sherry butt. Finally, Clynelish’s star has taken off like a rocket in recent years, and we were thrilled to source this second-fill sherry hoggie for what is, in all regards, a steal for the juice in the bottle. Given the rarity of fever-pitch cult following this distillery, any sharp connoisseur who gets their hands on this will count themselves lucky down the road.

2009 Bunnahabhain 14 Year Old “Gordon & MacPhail Connoisseur’s Choice” K&L Exclusive Cask #18600103 2nd Fill Sherry Hogshead Nonchillfiltered Cask Strength Highlands Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml) $149.99 View

2005 Ledaig 17 Year Old “Gordon & MacPhail Connoisseur’s Choice” K&L Exclusive Cask #18600201 2nd Fill Sherry Hogshead Nonchillfiltered Cask Strength Highlands Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml) $160.00 View

2007 Clynelish 16 Year Old “Gordon & MacPhail Connoisseur’s Choice” K&L Exclusive Cask #311259 Single Refill Sherry Hogshead Nonchillfiltered Cask Strength Highlands Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml) $180.00 View

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WHISKY SPONGE ED.91 GLEN GARIOCH

Here at Decadent Drinks we are big fans of Glen Garioch and have bottled a number of quite varied casks from this distillery throughout our short history. This latest one is a 1st fill hogshead of 2003 Glen Garioch, matured for 21 years and bottled at natural cask strength. It has everything we love about classic, highland style makes like Glen Garioch: abundant waxy texture, luscious fruitiness and fulness of body. This one is a terrific and extremely satisfying dram that should be perfect for anyone seeking a rich and hearty modern highland single malt with plenty of personality and distillery character.

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ISLAY SPONGE PART V BOWMORE 2004

We probably won’t be able to do an Islay Sponge bottling from every Islay distillery, but we are going to do our best! We’re certainly very proud of this latest find: a single refill hogshead of 2004 Bowmore that is an unashamed tropical fruit bomb, bottled at 20 years old and natural cask strength. Stunning fruitiness, layers of soft, wispy peat smoke and a huge coastal freshness. Everything we love about this incredible distillate and a perfect entry for the latest Islay Sponge bottling.

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Ready for a flavour adventure? Say hello to Cask No. 68.121: Sunseeker – a whisky bursting with excitement thanks to its short fermentation! But what’s all the fuss about fermentation lengths?

Let’s break it down: fermentation, the magical process where yeast works its alchemy on the wort created during mashing, is key to converting sugar into alcohol, generating carbon dioxide and heat in the process. Up to 80 per cent of the character of new-make spirit can come from fermentation, making it a crucial step in whisky production. As the old saying goes: ‘You can’t make good whisky without a good wash’, highlighting the importance of what happens during mashing and fermentation in creating quality spirits. And that’s just the beginning of our flavour journey!

In Montilla-Moriles, we dried grapes in the sun, producing a rich, fruity taste akin to sweet wine from a damp cellar, before crafting sun-baked bread, sipping prune wine from a leather wineskin, and aging our whisky in bourbon casks for 11 years before transferring it to PX barriques. Our 68.121 embodies this vivacious spirit, packing a punch of zesty goodness that’ll make your taste buds dance.

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