New Baker’s High-Rye Bourbon, a new expression that pays homage to Baker’s trucking business, where he delivered grains to the James B. Beam Distilling Co. During this time, he developed an appreciation for different grains and their influence on whiskey.

This high-rye recipe has 2x the standard amount of rye in Baker’s Bourbon and is a continuation of our innovation journey, celebrating Baker Beam and all that he did for our distillery

It offers a unique tasting journey with each pour, predominate tasting notes include the taste of charred oak, brown sweets, and a subtle rye spice. On the nose, it’s charred oak with notes of vanilla, caramel, and dried fruits. It’s full-bodied with a hint of baking spice.

This liquid is distilled to a 107 proof and barreled and aged for a minimum of 7 years, allowing the bourbon to pull more caramel, dried fruit, and vanilla flavor from the barrel wood.

SRP: $74.99.

TASTING NOTES

While the notes of every barrel of Baker’s offer a unique tasting journey, you can expect a few defining characteristics:

Nose: Charred oak balanced with notes of vanilla, caramel, & dried fruit

Palate: Flavors of charred oak & brown sweets with subtle rye spice character

Finish: Full-bodied with a hint of baking spice

Baker’s Bourbon

Whisky Magazine Special Selection

Glengoyne 16 Year Old

The Whisky Magazine Special Selection Glengoyne 16 Years Old is flying off the shelves, and only a limited number of bottles remain. If you’ve been considering this purchase, now is the time! Once these bottles are gone, they’re gone forever. Don’t miss your chance to own this exclusive bottling, part of our Whisky Magazine Special Selection.

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Nose: Juicy fruit cake, like a bara brith (tea loaf). Ginger syrup, redcurrants, black tea with manuka honey, pear and almond tart.

Palate: Medium bodied. Sweet initially: steamed ginger sponge with toffee sauce, and sea-salt caramel dark chocolate. Then come raisins, dates, cinnamon sticks, and flaked almonds, with a hint of tamarind and soft leather.

Finish: Medium-long, led by nutmeg and clove spice, with apple and raspberry cordial and shortbread with hard toffee.

International Beverage unveils Old Pulteney single malt whisky’s new partnership with Nuno Mendes

 Renowned chef’s culinary creations celebrate the unique flavour of ‘Old Pulteney Port’

Scotch whisky brand Old Pulteney has teamed up with celebrated Michelin Star chef Nuno Mendes, to create a series of exquisite recipes that showcase the latest release in Old Pulteney’s limited-edition Coastal Series, Old Pulteney Port.

Combining the rich maritime history of the brand’s home in Wick, with his own Portuguese heritage, Nuno Mendes has drawn inspiration from both locations to create a series of dishes that celebrate the whisky’s distinctive flavours.

“I’ve crafted these recipes to highlight the beautiful connection between Portuguese and Scottish cuisines, using Old Pulteney Port to enhance the natural flavours of the sea,” Mendes says. “The flavours I’ve explored are a celebration of our shared coastal heritage, and come to life through delicious, memorable dishes.”

Old Pulteney’s Distillery Manager, Malcom Waring, comments: “Nuno’s passion and creativity are the perfect complement to the unique character of our whisky. Like Nuno, we know how evocative and influential the sea can be in unlocking our senses, so we’re excited to see how whisky lovers and food enthusiasts embrace this special collaboration.”

Discover the recipes

• Slow Baked Scallops with a Smoky Broth: Native Scottish scallops are delicately baked and paired with a broth infused with Old Pulteney Port, combining coastal character with notes of citrus and spice.

• Arroz de Marisco with Lobster, Crab, and Old Pulteney Port: A classic Portuguese seafood rice dish, enhanced with the Old Pulteney Port’s subtle warmth and depth, creating a perfect marriage of flavours.

• Soaked Portuguese Rice Cake with Old Pulteney and Caramel Custard Ice Cream: A unique twist on a traditional dessert, featuring a whisky-soaked rice cake and rich caramel custard ice cream that draws on the whisky’s smoky and spicy notes.

Speaking of the partnership, Samantha Peter, Global Digital, PR and Communication Manager for International Beverage says: “Ahead of the busy festive period, this is the perfect partnership to support our flagship brand and celebrate Old Pulteney’s world-renowned quality and maritime roots. We’re thrilled to be working with a chef of Nuno’s calibre and to see the creativity, flavour and flair he brings to our much-loved single malt whisky”.

For the full recipes, and to explore the culinary connection between Portugal and Scotland, visit HERE

Old Pulteney Port is available to purchase via Old Pulteney’s official website, The Whisky Exchange, and specialist whisky retailers for £76 RRP.

Old Pulteney Port: Tasting Notes

Nose: Rich sultana sweetness with vanilla and buttery notes, candied orange peel and hints of

gingerbread. Undertones of cherries, marzipan and dark chocolate add depth and balance.

Palate: Sweet and spicy with notes of baked apples, caramelised sugar and cinnamon swirl pastries. Opens up further with vanilla custard, a touch of rose water and The Maritime Malt’s signature minerality.

Finish: The taste continues into delicate and fruity notes, warming spices and plum jam sweetness.

Colour: Rose gold with a peach highlight.

ABV: 46%

International Beverage

International Beverage is the international arm of Thai Beverage Public Company Limited.  It is one of the industry’s most dynamic global drinks businesses and specialises in developing distinctive, premium brands for global markets, with a portfolio that is led by a range of high-quality Scotch whiskies and some of the fastest growing premium spirits. These brands are enjoyed by consumers around the world and include Old Pulteney single malt Scotch whisky, Hankey Bannister blended Scotch whisky, Caorunn Gin, Phraya Rum, Mekhong Thai spirits, Cardrona spirits and liqueurs and Larsen Cognac spirits. www.interbevgroup.com

Old Pulteney

Old Pulteney is the only brand whose story, distillery, and whisky are shaped by the sea itself. The unique combination of brisk sea air and meticulous cask selection makes its flavour unlike other single malt Scotch whiskies. The award-winning core collection includes Harbour, 12 Years Old, Huddart, 15 Years Old and 18 Years Old.

As the man behind the town’s 19th Century fishing boom, Sir William Pulteney put northerly Scottish coastal town Wick on the map, but today the Pulteney name is better known for its unique single malt whisky. Distilled and matured by the sea, the award-winning whisky in Old Pulteney’s casks is cocooned by salty air swept ashore on Arctic winds. Since 1826, Pulteney Distillery has navigated changeable seas and conditions, including 25 years of prohibition. Old Pulteney is inseparable from the spirit of the harbour town it calls home which is why it will always be The Maritime Malt.

In 2022, Old Pulteney launched its brand-new collection of limited-edition whiskies: The Coastal Series. The Series is made up of four expressions that have been further matured in seaside casks from coastal locations around the world. Old Pulteney Pineau des Charentes and Old Pulteney Port are the first two releases in the collection.

Recent awards for Old Pulteney’s core range include the highly-coveted Platinum award for Old Pulteney 12 Years Old, Double Gold for Old Pulteney Huddart and 15 Years Old, and Gold for Old Pulteney 18 Years Old at the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Old Pulteney 18 Years Old was also deemed Category Winner of the Highland Single Malt (13 to 20 Years) category at the World Whiskies Awards 2024 with Old Pulteney 15 Years Old securing Gold.

Nuno Mendes

Born in the Portuguese capital, Lisbon, Nuno Mendes’ passion for travel and food began early, inspired by his father and grandmother. His culinary journey took him to the California Culinary Academy and later Japan, where he further sharpened his craft.

In 2006, Nuno made waves in London’s food scene with Bacchus in Hoxton, quickly gaining a reputation for his innovative approach. Following this were projects such as The Loft Project and Taberna do Mercado, which solidified his status as a boundary-pusher, while his Michelin-starred restaurants, Viajante and Mãos, received widespread acclaim.

In 2014, Nuno took the helm at Chiltern Firehouse as executive chef, leading it to success and publishing Chiltern Firehouse: The Cookbook (2016). His second cookbook, Lisboeta (2017), set the stage for his latest venture: Lisboeta on Charlotte Street, Soho – a celebration of Portuguese cuisine launched in 2022 in partnership with MJMK.

16 Year Old American Oak

From its bright, tropical beginnings to its rich and textured finish, each subtle shift in flavour was carefully noted, as our tasting panel watched closely over 16 years to ensure this cask was given exactly the time it needed.

The evolution of 16 Year Old Single Cask TD0100 speaks not only to the unique character of the whisky itself but also to the dedication that defines our distillery. Each cask carries with it the story of time, care, and an unyielding pursuit of perfection, resulting in a whisky bottled at its peak – just as it was meant to be.

The ballot will open on Monday, October 28 at 10AM AEST.

16 Year Old American Oak Second-Fill
Old & Rare TD0100

“This whisky is an absolutely stunning expression of balance and complexity. Bold yet gentle, it captures the essence of its American Oak maturation with a remarkable structure. The harmonious integration of sweet, nutty, and citrus elements creates a captivating and unforgettable experience.”

– Sullivans Cove Sensory Team

Matured for 16 years in a single 300L American oak second-fill cask, yielding just 406 bottles at 47% ABV.

Whisky truly comes into its own in at this time of year as the nights draw in and spirits soar. The four bottlings in our new Winter Series are all about toasting the spirit of the ceilidh, a season of tale-telling, song-singing, and poetry. Dancing optional!

We’re releasing a limited number of Winter Series sets today, and you’ll also be able to purchase each bottle individually as we head through the season.

Don’t miss your chance to share the spirit of the season!

SHOP THE SET

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, The Vaults, 87 Giles Street, Leith EH6 6BZ

Contact: sales@smws.com or call 0131 555 2929 (Mon-Fri 9am-4.45pm). Visit the Society at here for membership information

This is your chance to join and to take advantage of their great offers!

Spot the SMWS bottles in this amusing You Tube video

Douglas Laing unveils Double Barrel India & Scotland

Douglas Laing is incredibly excited to announce their first-ever combination of Indian and Scottish Single Malt under the Double Barrel brand—a perfect marriage of expertly selected Single Malts from two very different continents, creating a unique Blended Malt Whisky with a flavour profile never seen before.

This exclusive offering has been bottled at 50% ABV, with no more than 2,000 bottles available globally, highlighting the premium, high-quality product that Douglas Laing strives to create with every release. This limited edition provides layers of extraordinary flavour by marrying tradition with innovation.

Double Barrel India & Scotland features a hand-drawn illustration presenting both countries’ national animals—a testament to the contrast created in this special bottle—depicting one half as a Royal Bengal Tiger, the national animal of India, and the other as a Unicorn, the national animal of Scotland. The Bengal Tiger represents heritage and culture, while the Unicorn symbolises strength and purity.

This release offers customers a rare, exciting, and truly unmatched Blended Malt Whisky. Expect to experience notes of citrus, spice, and barley that intertwine with deep, pronounced peat smoke—a truly special product that Douglas Laing are thrilled to release.

Key Details:

• Presented as bottle only with hand-drawn illustration
• 50% ABV
• No colouring or chill-filtration

Commenting on this unique bottling, Chloe Wood, Double Barrel Brand Manager, said:

“The Double Barrel brand has offered several unique bottlings to date, and Double Barrel India & Scotland only adds further quality to the range. This release, which combines four single casks—two from India and two from Scotland—creates a symphony of flavours, a tale of two distinct terroirs, and a dram to be savoured.”

Double Barrel India & Scotland will be available from specialist Whisky retailers globally, plus online retailers from October 2024. It carries a suggested retail price of £75.00/€89.00.

Double Barrel

Double Barrel is designed to pique the interest of Whisky enthusiasts searching for something truly unique.

The creation of Double Barrel is a manifestation of our commitment to captivating the discerning palates of Whisky enthusiasts in search of an unparalleled and genuinely unique experience. While the term “Blend” is applied out of necessity, it scarcely encapsulates the depth and complexity that define these remarkable creations.

This award-winning dram stands as a testament to the artistry of whisky-making, offering a rich tapestry of flavours that captivate the senses and elevate the Whisky-drinking experience to new heights.

J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery Welcomes Fall with New Whiskey Offerings

Fall Spiced “Bourbon 31” and Custom Halloween Bottles Promise No Tricks, Just Treats

FRANKFORT, KY (Sept, 2024) – J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery is debuting scary-good whiskies this fall, with its first fall spiced Bourbon 31 Blended Bourbon and the ability to customize your own whiskey for your Halloween festivities through its J. Mattingly 1845 craft your bottle program. 

Bourbon 31 Blended Bourbon is a play on the brand’s Bourbon 30 Bourbon brand and this limited-edition release was created for the Halloween season.  Bourbon 31 is a blend of three whiskies which have all undergone J. Mattingly 1845’s Double Staving™ process and the blend consists of 51 percent Bourbon, 29 percent Light Whiskey and 20 percent Rye Whiskey.  Double Staving is a proprietary process used by J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery that gives the whiskey inside the barrels additional surface exposure to charred barrel staves to impart more flavor and color.  The Double Staved Classic Bourbon used in this blend has just scored a 96 from famed Whiskey Bible author Jim Murray. 

The Bourbon 31 Blended Bourbon was created by J. Mattingly 1845’s team of expert blenders to reflect the flavors typically associated with fall.  “When we blended these three whiskies, we were looking for a flavor profile that reflects flavors typically associated with fall, such as pumpkin and cinnamon while matching the light-hearted fun we’re having by changing the brand name from Bourbon 30 to Bourbon 31 to celebrate the Halloween season,” said Harry Richart, president, J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery. 

Tasting notes for this bourbon describe it as having a nose of nutmeg, cinnamon, vanilla and walnut, with the flavors of brown sugar, cinnamon, and fall baking spices on the palate. On the finish, pumpkin bread, baker’s chocolate and seasoned oak are prevalent. 

Bourbon 31 is available online and at the J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery in Frankfort, KY.  Suggested retail pricing is $60 for a 750 mL and it is 98 proof. 

J. Mattingly 1845 Custom Whiskey Program is the “Choose Your Own Adventure” of the whiskey world by allowing the buyer to choose between double staved™ bourbon, light whiskey or rye whiskey recipes, select their bottle shape, customize their own label, and even choose their own wax color from every color of the rainbow! This program is available online and in person at the Distillery and can result in some frighteningly fun labels and Halloween-themed wax colors. 

Pricing for the custom bottles start at $120 for a 750 mL bottle and shipping is available to 46 states. 

About J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery 

The Mattingly family has been synonymous with distilling in Kentucky for more than two centuries, having a hand in the development of at least nine separate distilleries in the Commonwealth.

It all started in 1845, with John Graves Mattingly’s first distillery in Marion County, Kentucky, Registered Distillery #2. 

In 2010 Jeff Mattingly took up the family mantle and started his own craft bourbon business.  Today, Jeff’s son Cameron has joined the team as Vice President of Production, continuing the legacy into the latest generation for J. Mattingly Distillery 1845 in Frankfort, Kentucky. Together father and son offer their proprietary double staving process as well as a custom bourbon blending experience unparalleled in the spirits industry, available on-site in Frankfort or online at https://jmattingly1845.com/build-a-bottle/

For more information about J. Mattingly 1845 Distillery visit www.JMattingly1845.com. 

Blanton’s Straight From The Barrel Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon

(700ml)(European Import)

$195.00 View

David Othenin-Girard
K&L Buyer

While we’re committed to offering rare bourbon at standard mark up, we’re also not blind to the fact that the market is on fire for these special products. While our competitors charge north of $150 for the standard expression of Blanton’s, we’re still only asking $55. That’s while it can feel so hard to get some of these rare bourbons at K&L. So when the opportunity came up to purchase these re-imported stocks, I insisted that we do so in a fair an equitable way. Of course we could charge $400 a bottle for this special bourbon and likely still sell most of it, but it just goes against my ethos of what a great wine and spirits store should be for their customers. So while these stocks are above standard price for this US version of this product, they’re being offered at our standard mark up, well below market price. It’s a small price to pay for access to these special stocks, especially when considering what the market seems to be comfortable charging for the standard release. In any case, this is dang good bourbon and never disappoints. Like all Blanton’s it’s aged in the famous warehouse H and is the high rye mashbill. This bottle is drawn from barrel No. 397, which was dumped on February 7th of 2022 and bottled at 63.05%. Your bottle will almost certainly be different, so please be aware of the unique character of each barrel. The nose is absolutely explosive with rich aromas of caramel sauce, orange peel, Tahitian vanilla, cherry compote and vibrant woody spice. The palate starts extremely sweet and creamy before the rye and barrel spice begin to wallop the mid-palate. The intense spice and old school woody character balances the heavy woody sugars perfectly and while exhibiting plenty of the Kentucky Hug that bourbon lovers enjoy, it doesn’t feel burn-y or ethanol like at all. The long chewy palate gives way to a rich oxidative finish full of nutty sweet chocolate and dried red fruits. A few drops of water add more fruit and tame the spice a bit, but I like this best right out of the bottle. There’s no question that the price of entry on this one is high, but if you’re prepared to spend this kind of dough on any other modern bourbon this should be a contender for top dog!

From Buffalo Trace Distillery, Blanton’s holds the distinction of being the world’s first regularly released single-barrel bourbon. This exceptional brand was launched in 1984 and named for the legendary leaders of that historic distillery outside of Frankfurt, Albert B. Blanton. The brand, which is produced and distributed by Sazerac at the Buffalo Trace Distillery, is owned by the previous owners of the distillery, a Japanese company called Age International. Over the last several years, Blanton’s has become one of the most sought-after and inaccessible whiskies on the market. This, their rarest and most elusive expression, is previously completely unobtainable. For instance, in 2021 K&L was allocated a measly 3 bottles company wide. Now that new regulations allow 700ml bottles to be sold, another channel is open for us to obtain this special whiskey. Each barrel is different, bottled at full cask strength without chill filtration of any kind. Proofs range from 115-135 proof and cask numbers cannot be checked in advance of purchase. This rare expression is truly one of Kentucky’s finest.

Email: wine@klwines.com
Phone: (877) KL-WINES (Toll Free 877.559.4637)
K&L Wine Merchants 3005 El Camino Real Redwood City, CA 94061 USA
San Francisco, Redwood City, Hollywood CA

Bladnoch Distillery unveils new Peated Collection of Lowland single malt whiskies

Bladnoch, Scotland’s southernmost distillery, has released a new Peated Collection of Lowland single malt whiskies to celebrate the rarity and uniqueness of the distillery’s peated history.

The Bladnoch 2024 Peated Collection features four single malt whiskies made with peated barley, each hand selected by Master Distiller, Dr Nick Savage to showcase the distillery’s innovation and taste-first approach to whisky making in crafting its bold Galloway spirit.

Drawing on the extraordinary peated casks maturing in Bladnoch’s 207-year-old bluestone warehouses, the new limited annual release collection comprises Alinta Reserve and three Peated Single Cask expressions, each displaying distinct flavours and characteristics, for those who love a dram with fire. It follows the distillery’s inaugural Peated Collection in 2023.

Alinta is derived from indigenous Australian languages and evokes images of fire and flames. Alinta Reserve is a limited batch release of only 2,000 bottles selected annually by Nick from a special reserve of Bladnoch’s rare peated casks. For the 2024 release, Pedro Ximénez sherry casks have been chosen, presenting a nose of smoked apricot jam with woodland trees, a palate of smoky cola cubes with cinnamon and nutmeg and a very long and warm campfire finish.

The three Peated Collection Single Cask whiskies have been created using the distillery’s 2009 maturing stocks, which are 100% peated and exceptionally scarce. Under the distillery’s previous ownership of brothers Raymond and Colin Armstrong, Bladnoch produced spirit made exclusively with peated barley for the entire year.

When Master Distiller Dr Nick Savage joined in 2019 following the acquisition by Australian businessman David Prior in 2015, he discovered a treasure trove of whisky maturing in the warehouses, including peated single malt. Staying true to Bladnoch’s spirit of experimentation, Nick created the Peated Collection to pay homage to this unique period in the distillery’s history. Today, Bladnoch Distillery undertakes an annual peat production during the month of October, continuing the Armstrong brothers’ legacy of distilling peated spirit.

Each year, Nick accesses these remarkable 2009 stocks to identify and release three Peated Single Casks, selecting Tokaji, Bourbon and Rum casks for 2024.

• Matured in a 2009 Tokaji Barrel and with an ABV of 51.7%, the first Peated Single Cask expression is limited to 224 bottles and reveals cut grass, chocolate orange and campfire notes. On the nose, apricots with fresh cut grass prevail, while on the palate there is smoky chocolate orange, and the finish is characterised by campfire glow.
• Imparting smoky barbecue with apple and lemon aromas, smoky banana cake flavours and a dry and smoky finish, the second Peated Single Cask whisky has matured in a 2009 Bourbon Barrel. With an ABV of 55%, it is limited to 192 bottles.
• The third and final Peated Single Cask release in the collection, the 2009 Rum Barrel edition is a single malt whisky limited to 158 bottles. With an ABV of 54.2%, it delivers notes of tropical fruits and smoky honey on the nose, smoky apple pie with Refreshers sweets on the palate and a very sweet and long finish.

Dr Nick Savage, Master Distiller at Bladnoch Distillery, said: “Bladnoch has a rich history and heritage spanning more than two centuries and the Peated Collection shines a light on the breadth and quality of the distillery’s maturing stocks.

“When I joined the team, I discovered an incredibly diverse range of whisky maturing in the warehouses, including exceptional peated single malt from our 2009 stocks, and our Peated Collection is a celebration and a tribute to this unique part of our history.

“Our taste-first philosophy, rooted in our whisky making knowledge provides a platform to showcase our bold Galloway spirit, which is symbolic of the area and the community.”

Each single malt in the Bladnoch Peated Collection is non-chill filtered and natural in colour. Bladnoch Alinta Reserve retails for £120 GBP and each Peated Single Cask whisky is priced at £200 GBP.

The Bladnoch Peated Collection is available to purchase HERE

For more information about Bladnoch Distillery, please visit www.bladnoch.com.

Product information

Bladnoch Alinta Reserve, 2024 Batch Release

Pedro Ximénez Sherry Cask matured

Cola Cubes. Campfire. Woodlands.

Nose: Smoked apricot jam with woodland trees.

Palate: Smoky cola cubes with cinnamon and nutmeg.

Finish: A very long and warm campfire.

ABV: 46.7%

Bladnoch Peated Single Cask 2024/01

Tokaji Barrel matured

Cut Grass. Chocolate Orange. Campfire.

Nose: Apricots with fresh cut grass.

Palate: Smoky chocolate orange.

Finish: Campfire glow.

ABV: 51.7%

Peated Single Cask 2024/02

Bourbon Barrel matured

Smoky. Apples. Bananas.

Nose: Smoky BBQ with apples and lemons.

Palate: Smoky banana cake.

Finish: Dry and smoky.

ABV: 55%

Peated Single Cask 2024/03

Rum Barrel matured

Tropical Fruits. Sweet. Smoky.

Nose: Tropical fruits and smoky honey.

Palate: Smoky apple pie with Refreshers sweets.

Finish: Very sweet and long.

ABV: 54.2%

About Bladnoch Distillery

Bladnoch Distillery was established in 1817, making it the oldest privately owned Scotch whisky distillery in the world. As the southernmost distillery in Scotland, Bladnoch is commonly referred to as the ‘Queen of the Lowlands.’

Hand-crafted using malt from British growers and the pristine water from the River Bladnoch which flows alongside the distillery, Bladnoch single malts are non-chill filtered to ensure the truest flavours shine through.

This legacy brand has been revived in recent years by Master Distiller, Dr Nick Savage, formerly of The Macallan, and owner David Prior, who purchased Bladnoch Distillery in 2015 and is the first Australian businessman to own a Scotch whisky distillery.

The team at Bladnoch is truly passionate about the preservation of the environment and the local community’s generational involvement in this iconic distillery.

GlenAllachie 17 Year Old Mizunara & Oloroso | Masters of Wood

This exquisite new limited edition release is part of the Masters of Wood series from GlenAllachie distillery, ‘a super-premium arm’ of the Wood Collection. The series celebrates the exceptional casks Billy Walker and his team have to offer. This incredible new expression has been matured for 17 years in a combination of Mizunara barrels and superior Oloroso puncheons and hogshead casks. Bottled at 50% vol, natural colour and non-chill filtered.

Mizunara Japanese oak is very rare and very rarely used to mature whisky, it’s expensive and challenging for coopering and maturation. The trees must be grown to be around 200 years old before being felled, which is twice the age of most species used for casks.

£255.00

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