Caperdonich 18 years old 70cl 48%
Caperdonich 18 years old is a wonderful single malt. Smoky bonfire comes together with the classic sweet and fruity Speyside style. Matured in American oak barrels, this rare and robust single malt is subtly layered with initial aromas of peat, followed by a taste of apple and brown sugar, gentle ginger and warming orange.
Unique peat, full flavour
Torabhaig is back with amped up smoke for full-on seasonal spirit
The final release in the distillery’s Allt Gleann series delivers bold smoke and generous fruit for distinct festive sipping.
We really enjoy what Skye-based distillery Torabhaig is doing in creating an honest, great value and superbly made whisky. This release has all the character of Torabhaig that you would expect – bonfire smoke, salinity, maltiness, and sweet, vanilla-led oaky spice – but bottled at a much higher ABV. Named after the river that flows by the distillery, this is the team’s first batch strength release.
Bottled at 61.1% without chill filtration or colouring, this smoky expression offers a residual phenol level of 22.8ppm.
Tasting note:
Nose: Rich and bold with all manner of bonfire smoke alongside vanilla pods, a green maltiness, citrus peels and black pepper.
Palate: The smoke wafts on and is perhaps even more pronounced here. Pineapple is backed by marmalade on toast, apples, and a hint of plasters.
Finish: Very long with lingering smoke and hints of pepper.
£75.00
Discover Torabhaig Allt Gleann Batch Strength
Skye distillery Torabhaig is back with a brand new release – and it ticks all the festive boxes. Whether it’s for fireside sipping or Christmas gifting, this gloriously smoky, fruit-forward expression is set to be a holiday hit.
Torabhaig Allt Gleann Batch Strength is an ex-Bourbon cask expression that offers an array of bonfire smoke, green malt and tropical fruit notes, wrapped up in powerful black pepper. Bottled at natural colour with no chill filtration or dilution, it’s as close as you can get to tasting Torabhaig from the cask without stepping inside the warehouse.
It’s a winter warmer we really rate – and it’s also the final expression in the Allt Gleann series. Secure your bottle now and embrace this moment in time from Skye.
KNOCHDHU 10
2013 vintage
PX sherry
Infrequent flyers. Knockdhu 10 Year Old 2013 vintage Highland single malt Scotch whisky. Single Pedro Ximénez Sherry Puncheon #804975 bottled August 2023 by The Alistair Walker Whisky Co. for the Infrequent Flyers series. 640 bottles.
Nose: A deep, earthy, leathery nose, with abundant fruit notes, specifically ripe red plums and cranberries. Burnt sugar and milk chocolate make cameo appearances.
Taste: As expected, the PX sherry influence is prominent; a sublime combination of stewed raisins and sultanas, chocolate liqueurs and treacle toffee, with both cinnamon and allspice dropping in for good measure.
£73.84
AnCnoc Malt Whisky is produced at Knockdhu Distillery at Knock in the Highland whisky region. It was established by the Distillers Company Ltd. in 1893 to produce whisky for Haig’s blends of Scotch. Knockdhu has two stills with worm tubs and traditional dunnage warehouses where it matures both peated and unpeated AnCnoc whisky. Vintage releases include 1975 and 2000 whilst age releases include the 12 year old and 22 year old.
We are extending our special limited time offer of $79.99 CAD for orders placed before January 15th. Whisky is available for pre-sale only at this time. Pre-sale is limited to British Columbia residents, with shipping exclusively within the province. Orders expected to ship February/March 2024.
STORY
Jason’s whisky-making dream took its inaugural steps in our original distillery, perched overlooking the picturesque Juan de Fuca Strait in Shirley, B.C. This vision expanded to our Sooke distillery, where Jason continued to craft exceptional whisky, using exclusively local B.C. grains. Our commitment to sustainability extends to our spent grain, which was repurposed as feed for local farm animals. Jason’s meticulous approach to aging whisky ensures that each bottle becomes a coveted collector’s item.
The excellence of Jason’s craft was acknowledged, with the debut batch of whisky claiming the “Best In Class” title at the Canadian Artisan Spirit Competition (CASC) and a Gold award in the “Merrit in Terroir” category.
PROCESS
This whisky was crafted in Sooke, British Columbia, using exclusively B.C. grain and traditional distillation techniques. The mash bill, consisting of rye, wheat, and malted barley, has been distilled in small batches and aged for a minimum of three years in premium American new white oak barrels. The robust and full-bodied flavour of this whisky comes from a combination of the mash bill, traditional distillation methods, the use of new American oak to age the spirit and the pure love of making whisky.
TASTING NOTES
Experience a deep and complex rye spice, complemented by notes of pepper, vanilla, cooked fruit, brown sugar, and a subtle hint of leather.
Credit: Rotorworx Aerial Media
The inaugural release from Speyside’s Dalmunach distillery bottled exclusively for The Whisky Exchange. The first of three limited-edition releases, this whisky is rich and fruity with layers of orchard fruit, citrus and nuttiness.
A truly landmark whisky, the first official bottling of Dalmunach to be available outside the distillery is also the inaugural release in the Scottish Mythical Creatures series. Available exclusively at The Whisky Exchange, this collection of three limited-edition Dalmunach single malts draws inspiration from the legendary beasts of the Scottish Highlands. The first edition is named for the Wulver, a fearsome yet benevolent figure said to fish along the shorelands of the Shetland Isles.
After six years in American oak barrels, this seldom-seen Speyside malt has emerged rich and fruity with a palate coating texture and vivid notes of white fruit, citrus oil and nuts. A strong debut for Dalmunach and an excellent addition to any whisky collection.
Committee Release
8 Year Old
70cl | 50.8% ABV
Ardbeg 8 Year Old is a big, youthful, deliberately challenging Whisky that we think smoke-loving Islay fans will go wild for. Unmistakable smoky intensity. Charcoal and creosote. Curious hints of fennel and celery mixed with woodsmoke… Ardbeg 8 Year Old is guaranteed to provoke discussion.
£59.95
NOSE
Intense with a burst of charcoal, creosote, tar and treacle toffee, with curious hints of something vegetal, like fennel, celery and green peppers. Once these subside, there are hints of milk chocolate, aniseed and woodsmoke. With a little drop of water, some more herbal notes appear, like fennel, coriander and lavender, along with some characteristic Ardbeg aromatic woodsmoke and a hint of fresh, salty sea spray.
PALATE
A distinctively peppery mouthfeel eases into a complex symphony of flavours; treacle toffee, aniseed, salted caramel chocolate, eucalyptus, menthol and briar wood, to name but a few. The ‘tingling’, peppery sensation on the palate continues, with the sweeter flavours giving way to more savoury notes like charcoal, smoked bacon, burnt toast and tar.
FINISH
The aftertaste is long and lingering, with a suggestion of peppermint and clove.
Nc’nean 2018 5YO Westie Sponge No.1
Westie Sponge is a celebration of whiskies form the Western Highlands of Scotland. This is where Angus’ family is from and it’s a part of the world that holds a special place in his heart. He always loved the whiskies of the west coast and western isles, they have a definite richness of character and an evocative power that makes them stand out in a modern whisky world so often marked by homogenisation.
Westie Sponge One is a marriage of two 1st fill hogsheads of 2018 Nc’nean distilled from two separate yeast recipes: Anchor & Fermentis and Anchor, Fermentis & Distillamax RM. Matured separately in 1st fill hogsheads then married together and further matured before bottling with a few degrees reduction at 55%. The result is exuberantly fruity, showing great maturity for the age, while still retaining some of the freshness and vivacity of youth.
TyndrumWhisky.com
The Green Welly Stop
Tyndrumwhisky, Tyndrum
Crianlarich, Perthshire FK20 8RY
United Kingdom
One-of-a-Kind Exclusive Cask from a Singular Distillery
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
“This is truly a special whisky … An easy slam-dunk for any peat lover and an absolute must-have for Ledaig people.” — David Othenin-Girard, K&L Spirits Buyer
In our latest selection from Gordon & MacPhail, we’ve acquired an exceptional Ledaig cask, a standout from the esteemed Tobermory distillery on Isle of Mull. Known for its unique and debated profile among whisky experts, Ledaig offers a distinct experience. This cask exemplifies classic Ledaig qualities: robust peat, remarkable complexity, and harmonious barrel character from the refill sherry butt. It’s an early 2024 highlight, setting a high standard with its undeniable excellence.
K&L Notes: Ledaig Single Malt is a cherished gem from the Hebridean Isles and comes from one of the oldest distilleries in all of Scotland. Produced on again/off again since its founding in 1798 and licensed since 1823, the Tobermory Distillery on the Isle of Mull is known primarily for its two single malt marks. Tobermory, an unpeated dram and Ledaig, with its heavily peated characteristics. Both are widely regarded as malts of outstanding quality. Both malts owe their rich character to the unusual stills that lie at the heart of the distillery—bulbous stills and curvy lyne arms offer a huge amount of reflux. Ledaig’s heavily peated malt offers a rich array of flavors from smoky to fruity to meaty and with just a whiff of green grass. Pair the malt quality with the excellent wood management and exceptional pricing from the legendary Gordon & MacPhail and we have the first entrant for Best Cask of 2024! A very active refill sherry hogshead, Cask No. 18600201 comes in at 17 years old and 54.3% ABV. Yield 310 bottles. Bottled without chill-filtration and no added color.
Andrew Whiteley | K&L Spirits Buyer | Review Date: January 02, 2024
Liquid amber in color and boasting a nose equally full of fruit, charcuterie meats, and candied smoke. This is a Ledaig like we haven’t seen in ages. Active, clean sherry without a trace of sulfur really lets the fullness of the malt shine. First the fruit: crisp apple, dried orange peel, apricots, hoshigaki, and fruit leather—it smells ripe and sweet. The meatiness is intertwined with the fruit and the smoke, an array of cured and smoked meats. Applewood smoked ham hock comes to mind almost immediately. Candied and smoked nuts make the transition into more pronounced peat smoke, which really shines once you get the whisky on your palate. The wood and malt are so evenly matched it is difficult at times to tease apart which component is contributing which flavors. The palate is thick, a blanket of fresh peat and cold ash, saddle leather, and abundant ripe fruit. A blush of cool mint and dewy grass add lift and freshness. It goes on for days, and yet you can’t help but go back for more. Salted nuts slowly candied in honey and a kiss of sea spray top it all off. Proof positive that G&M still hold some of the finest whisky stocks in Scotland.
David Othenin-Girard | K&L Spirits Buyer | Review Date: January 02, 2024
The peated malt from the gorgeous Tobermory distillery is known as Ledaig. It’s not just the same whisky with peated barley, but utilizes specific fermentation and distillation times to create one of Scotland’s most intensely flavored spirits. It’s for that reason and maybe some issues with cask management over the years that Ledaig has a bit of a love/hate relationship for some peat lovers. But when you get a great one, it’s absolutely undeniable. This is one of those barrels. Full term in high-quality (and active) refill sherry with some of Mull’s finest. Stupendous! Let’s taste it. The color is a splendid chestnut! On first nosing it’s big, meaty, sooty smoke. With a bit of air—this one needs air—we move distinctly into the old leather, kippers, sweet orange zest, marmite, apricot jam on pumpernickel, and burnt raisins. On the palate, it’s perfectly salty, savory, and sweet. Almost no sulfur but so much leathery smoke, it’s unbelievable. The long finish offers deep, billowing, ashy smoke along with powerful baking spices and nutty oloroso notes. This is truly a special whisky and highly undervalued thanks to our amazing relationship with Gordon & Macphail. Only rivaled as an exclusive Ledaig by the much more controversial and divisive Chieftain’s 21-Year, this one is so much easier to love. An easy slam-dunk for any peat lover and an absolute must-have for Ledaig people
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
Pintail combines the expertise of selecting the right whisky distillate for the right style of the sweet cask with a curiosity for flavour exploration.
AUCHROISK 15 YEARS OLD
This unique single malt, distilled and filled at Auchroisk distillery in 2008, was matured for many years in a refill ex-Bourbon hogshead and then finished in a century-old Spanish oak cask, which previously held the rare and ancient sweet wine of the Alicante region – Fondillion. The resulting whisky carries notes of dried fruit, toasted oak, turmeric spice and orange peel.
Fondillion is regarded as a luxury sweet wine enjoyed by Spanish royalty since the fifteenth century and produced solely in the Alicante region on hills overlooking the Mediterranean sea. It gets its caramel, hazelnut, dried orange peel and ripe fig.
£110
TEANINICH 8 YEARS OLD
This unique single malt, distilled and filled at Tenaninich Distillery in 2015, was matured for many years in a hogshead cask, then split and finished in two smaller octave casks which previously held Vino Santo from Tuscany, Italy. The resulting whisky carried notes of toasted hazelnuts, figs, dark honey, dried sultanas and apricot jam
Vin Santo is Italy’s “Holy Wine”, produced as far back as the fifteenth century in Tuscany. It is a sweet white wine which takes on a rich amber colour through a long period of maturation in European oak. Typically, it delivers sweet amaretti biscuit, bitter almond, and ripe fig notes.
£80
GLEN SPEY 14 YEARS OLD
This unique single malt, distilled and filled at Glen Spey Distillery in 1009, was matured in a refill ex-Bourbon hogshead and then finished in a French oak barrique, which previously held the creamy-sweet French white dessert wine, Loupiac. The resulting whisky carries notes of honeydew melon, apple pie, acacia bloom, almond oil and peppery oak.
Loupiac is an ancient sweet wine produced on the bank of the Garome River opposite to the better-known Sauternes. South-East of Bordeaux, the terroir’s chalky, gravelly soil, hot sun-drenched summers, and mild winters help create a “raising” action in the grapes, concentrating high sugars, deep aromas and rich sweet flavours.
£90
We are pleased to announce that we are introducing a waitlist as a new way for our loyal supporters to purchase our whisky. Access to join The Waitlist will be offered first exclusively to mailing list subscribers, giving you the first chance to secure a bottle of Double Cask, American Oak or French Oak when our limited stock availability allows.
