Prepare your taste buds for ritzy glitz and glamour as a new cask collection takes to the stage in celebration of the most magical season.

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CASK NO. 59.64

INITIAL CASK:  Ex-bourbon hogshead

FINAL CASK: Heavy-toast medium-char refill ex-bourbon hogshead

AGE:  10 years

FLAVOUR PROFILE:  Juicy, oak & vanilla

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CASK NO. 93.156

CASK TYPE:  1st fill ex-bourbon barrel

AGE:  10 years

FLAVOUR PROFILE:  Sweet, fruity & mellow

DRAGON’S BLOOD FRAGRANCE OIL

CASK NO. 30.113

INITIAL CASK:  Ex-Oloroso butt

FINAL CASK:  2nd fill Pedro Ximenez butt

AGE:  7 years

FLAVOUR PROFILE:  Deep, rich & dried fruits

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CASK NO. 63.73

CASK TYPE:  2nd fill ex-Oloroso butt

AGE:  12 years

FLAVOUR PROFILE:  Deep, rich & dried fruits

AN ORCADIAN PEATZERIA

CASK NO. 4.271

CASK TYPE:  1st fill ex-bourbon barrel

INITIAL CASKS:  Ex-bourbon hogsheads

FINAL CASK:  Refill ex-bourbon hogshead

AGE:  20 years

FLAVOUR PROFILE:  Lightly peated

SMOKEY MACSMOKEFACE

CASK NO. 108.28

CASK TYPE:  2nd fill ex-bourbon barrel

AGE:  11 years

FLAVOUR PROFILE:  Peated

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A 15 Year Old Anonymous K&L Exclusive Cask from a Scotch Icon
2005 Unnamed Speyside 15 Year Old “Signatory K&L Exclusive” Hogshead Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky
(750ml) ($129.99)
“It’s a full and complete whisky … This is one of those casks that makes the independent bottling market so much fun.” — Andrew Whiteley, K&L Spirits Buyer

The outstanding Signatory independent bottlings that come from some of our Exclusive Casks often bring us the biggest names in Scotch at incredible prices. The trade-off is that sometimes the source of the whisky demands anonymity. In the case of this outrageously delicious, 15-year-old hogshead, it comes from arguably the most recognizable name in Scotch whisky, whose branded 15-year-old offerings typically go for well above and beyond the price of this incognito stunner. While this producer is the undisputed ambassador for sherry-aged whisky, in this particular cask the world-class character of the main ingredient takes center stage. As buyer Andrew Whiteley explains, “it’s truly the quality of the malt that makes it stand out and sit atop the single malt world as the most collectable thing around. In this hogshead-aged bottling you get to experience that malty goodness at cask strength, without a focus on the wood.” There simply aren’t many opportunities to acquire a whisky like this at such a price, so collectors should beat a quick path to secure one of the most impeccable deals they’re likely to see in a long time.

2005 Unnamed Speyside 15 Year Old “Signatory K&L Exclusive” Hogshead Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml) ($129.99)

K&L Notes: When really famous, top-notch, blue-chip distilleries need cash, they often sell off stocks to the independent market. Sometimes this happens in a straightforward manner: casks are sold, independent bottlers bottle them, and they get to use the name of the distillery on the bottle per Scottish law. However, when the distillery name is also one of the world’s most collectible single-malt brands, they like to protect their brand and keep it off of the bottle. Sometimes this is done via teaspooning, leaving the liquid technically a blended malt. Sometimes it’s simply contractual, as is the case with this Unnamed Speyside bottling. Signatory has a long-standing reputation for curating excellent single casks, and this bottling is no exception. This is perhaps the best deal on the independent market currently. While we don’t have the ability to use the name of the famous distillery, the whisky remains a perfect specimen in refill hogshead. A truly sprit-forward bottling. This cask comes from a vatting of barrels distilled on the same day and then redistributed to filling casks for sale to the independent market. Aged 15 years. Distilled 7/11/2005. Bottled 5/24/2021. Vatting Cask No: DRU 17/A 106#54. 61.1%ABV.

David Othenin-Girard | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: October 29, 2021

I’m not sure why we couldn’t put the name of the distillery in the description, but the industry seems to be tightening up there. In any case, we’ll allude directly to the source, as I’ve seen these casks which had their tags ripped off, but some letters remained and it’s NOT MacDUFF! In any case, this large and important distillery is one of the Highlands’ most well-regarded, but they rarely bottles cask-strength offerings. The owners have a practice to maximize efficiency, which is used at their other distillery at the very northern tip of Scotland that’s very unique. When they want to sell bulk product they gather an entire day’s production and vat it together. Then they fill hogsheads to the top so they can minimize the space needed to deliver the product, while retaining the dates and single cask character. Luckily Signatory is nice enough to keep the original barrel codes on their bottlings, so we’re able to compare various lots. This one is vatting cask No. DRU 17/A 106#54. In any case, we don’t care what the label says. We just care that the juice is delicious. So here is what I think of it: The color is old gold, which implies that the vatting was made up of not totally inactive barrels. At a hefty 61.1% it’s likely going to need some water. The nose has big roasted malt flavor, hints of hazelnut, licorice bark, engine oil, and plummy fruit behind that. On the palate, it’s surprisingly easygoing without water, but honestly needs more than a splash to really open up. Now we’ve got some leather, rye dough, cacao nibs, and cashew butter. With some air, the palate is much sweeter now, with an unctuous texture, sweet baked nuts, toffee, roasted espresso beans, barley tea, and a big, spicy backbone that grips the palate nicely. This guy is no slouch and can easily bowl one over. It’s one of those weird ones that becomes bigger and more powerful with water. It’s not like any Macallan on the market for sure, and really not at all Speyside-like in character — more Highland power than Speyside finesse.

Andrew Whiteley | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: October 28, 2021

For all the focus on sherry oak at this distillery, it’s truly the quality of the malt that makes it stand out and sit atop the single malt world as the most collectable thing around. In this hogshead-aged bottling, you get to experience that malty goodness at cask strength, without a focus on the wood. It’s pure and golden in color and flavor; rich and mouth-filling with a natural spiciness that so often gets attributed to a heavy sherry oak profile. At first pour it’s fruity and fun on the nose with creamy vanilla, lots of apricot, and a bit of upfront alcohol (it’s 61.1% ABV). Give it plenty of time to open and you’ll be richly rewarded. The broad shoulders muscle in over time; roasted and fresh cut barley stand out. Baking spices slowly meander all over the palate in a slow-rolling oil slick that is natural to this famous Speysider. The sulfur that is sometimes found in younger bottlings has faded to the background and all but disappears with a touch of water. That water also brings out a bit more of the savory side of things, showing some green peppercorn and hay, which rounds out the natural sweetness and vanilla so well. It’s a full and complete whisky, even without brooding sherry layered into it. This is one of those casks that makes the independent bottling market so much fun.

Just landed: The 2021 Legends Untold collection

This years set of rare whiskies in the highly revered Special Releases annual series from Diageo is inspired by the mythical, otherworldly beings that rule the land and waters around each Scottish distillery and their fables to match. These experimental cask strength malts are the stuff of legends and not to be missed!

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Glenallachie 2006 15YO Tawny Port Pipe, UK Exclusive

Colour : Golden Sunset.
Nose: Lashings of honey, dark chocolate and musky berries, followed by sweet spice, treacle and grape must.
Taste: Waves of blackberries, heather honey and cinnamon, followed by layers of mocha, dried fruits and vanilla pods

Cask No: #868
Cask Type: Tawny Port Pipe
Age 15 Years
Distilled 19th April 2006
Bottled August 2021 at 60.7%
One of only 719 bottles from a single cask

Distilled and bottled by GlenAllachie Whisky Distillery

I have great news! The KWM 2021 Whisky Calendars are nearly ready. The final pieces arrived in-store on Wednesday after being tied up in customs for 2 weeks. To give you all an idea of how tough logistics are these days, these products were ordered last February… Regardless, we are nearly there, and just in the nick of time… Whisky Advent is just a little over 3 weeks away. Before swinging down to the store to pick up your Calendar(s) or reaching out to arrange packaging, please read through the entire email below first. It has important information regarding the KWM 2021 Whisky Calendar, the 5 Zoom Tastings we are doing, pick-ups, and packaging.

Incidentally, if you know someone who hasn’t already purchased a

KWM 2021 Whisky Calendar,

but might want one, there are still a couple of dozen left… but they won’t last long!

Sincerely,

Andrew Ferguson

Kensington Wine Market

5 NIGHTLY WHISKY CALENDAR

RECAP TASTINGS

Last year, inspired by Covid and the rise of Zoom events, we held 5 Whisky Calendar Recap Tastings throughout the month of December. They were such a big hit, that we knew we’d have to bring them back again this year. Accordingly, we will hold tastings for interested participants on December 5, 10, 15, 20, and after Christmas on 29th. Each of them will cover the 5 prior day’s whiskies in the Calendar and will be held at 7 PM Mountain Daylight Time.

CURB SIDE PICKUP

Physical distancing is made easy with curb side pickup. Order online or by phone, wait for confirmation your order is ready then call us when you are out front.

FREE DELIVERY

We are proud to offer Free City Wide Delivery on all orders over $100 Monday-Friday! Orders under $100 are subject to a flat rate $10 delivery fee. We are expecting high demand for delivery after the sale so please be patient!

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Sun 11PM to 6PM

*All Prices Quoted here are subject to change and do not include GST. In the case of pricing discrepancies, the price at our point of sale will be taken as correct.*

Special Cask TD0073FS
15yo French Oak Apera Finish

Special Cask TD0073FS
15yo French Oak Apera Finish

We rarely use a second cask to finish our whisky, but occasionally an opportunity arises for us to take a different approach – one that creates something extraordinary.⁠ ⁠When our tasting panel discovered the American oak second fill cask for our next release, we knew it would be perfect for finishing in a hand selected French oak Apera cask. After allowing the whisky two additional years to mature in the French oak, ⁠the end result has been sensational. The influence of both the original and the finishing casks are equally present and combine to create a harmonious fusion of the spirit and its two casks.

Cask Details:

TD0073FS was first matured for 12 years and 5 months in a single, 300L American oak second fill cask. It was then finished for an additional 2 years and 7 months in a 225 litre French oak Apera cask, yielding 426 bottles.

Tasting Notes:

A warm and welcoming aroma fills the nose immediately. Beginning bright, with dried apples and pomegranate juice before slowly fading to glorious vanilla custard with rich estery depth – like an aged fine Haitian rum and buttery shortbread. The palate brings rich vanilla slice: the pastry, the icing and the passion fruit seeds. Apples and tropical fruit burst through whilst a light candy note moves in and out of the background. Finishing off with Italian cake, more custard and tropical notes.

 Full tasting notes and cask details can be found on the product page via this link.

Special Cask TD0073FS will be available to purchase via ballot on Monday the 8^th of November.

A note will be sent on Monday 10:00am Hobart time with a link to enter the ballot.

TD0073FS will be released via ballot. The ballot will open for 24 hours from 10:00am Hobart time on Monday 8th of November, 2021. Further details will be sent via email prior to the ballot opening.

A note on our ballot system. 

Our policy is one entry per person, per household. Our fraud detection algorithm detects multiple entries and removes them to ensure our whisky lands in the hands of our genuine supporters, so to ensure your entry counts, please enter once only.

If you have any questions around our ballot process, you can email us at info@sullivanscove.com Successful entries will be notified shortly after the ballot closes.

For Christmas this year, we bring you a 16-year-old Highland single malt Scotch whisky, exclusive to The Whisky Exchange – A Fine Christmas Malt 2021.

This limited-edition winter dram – with only 2,200 bottles available – offers a softly smoky rollercoaster through festive flavours, from Christmas cake to apples and oranges. It is rich and fruity with a lick of smoke, leading through to warming flavours of candied apple and cinnamon spice on the finish.

It’s a great whisky to share, whether you engrave the bottle with a special message as gift for a whisky lover or pop the cork and pour a dram for your friends and family. It’s the perfect whisky for the festive season and we’re very pleased to be able to share it with you.

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THE HOUSE OF SUNTORY DEBUTS

THE 2021 LIMITED-EDITION DESIGN BOTTLE

OF HIBIKI^® JAPANESE HARMONY^™ 

The 2021 artfully designed limited edition bottle of Hibiki® Japanese Harmony illustrates the Japanese philosophy of harmony expressed through the cyclical passage of the seasons. 

London, UK (October 21, 2021) – The House of Suntory, the founding House of Japanese Whisky, announces the release of a specially-designed, limited edition bottle of Hibiki® Japanese Harmony™. Adorned with painted flowers and flowing ribbons of water, this one-of-a-kind bottle was designed to represent the vital force of Japan’s everchanging twenty-four seasons. This limited-edition bottle will be available to purchase from Master of Malt and The Whisky Exchange.

“The iconic Hibiki bottle has always been a representation of Japanese art and design, as represented by the many limited-edition series over the past ten years,” said Jon Potter, Managing Director of the House of Suntory. “This specially-designed bottle is not only the continuation of this artistic expression, it honours Hibiki and Suntory’s ethos to live in Harmony with nature. In 2021, this philosophy may echo with the world more than ever.”

The Hibiki brand was introduced to the world in 1989 and since then has been embraced as the paragon of Japanese Whisky. It is not only Japan’s most highly awarded blended whisky, but also among the most prestigious and honoured whiskies in the world. Introduced in 2015, Hibiki Japanese Harmony is a harmonious blend blessed with the riches of Japanese nature and craftsmanship. Hibiki Japanese Harmony is a meticulous blend of the finest selection of malt and grain whiskies from the House of Suntory Whisky’s Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita distilleries. This delicate blend creates a oneness unfolding a full orchestra of flavors and aromas.

Whether for an elevated gifting occasion or a personal indulgence, the 2021 Hibiki limited edition is an invitation to appreciate and enjoy Japanese harmony. Hibiki Japanese Harmony 2021 Limited Edition is available for a suggested retail price of £134 for the 700ml bottle.

TASTING NOTES: HIBIKI JAPANESE HARMONY – 43% ABV

Luminous. Delicate. A transparency that unveils complexity.

Color:   Amber

Nose:   Rose, lychee, hint of rosemary, mature woodiness, sandalwood

Palate:  Honey-like sweetness, candied orange peel, white chocolate

Finish:  Subtle, tender long finish, with hint of Mizunara (Japanese oak)

ABOUT SUNTORY WHISKY

Since 1923, Suntory has been renowned as the pioneer of Japanese whisky for its House of Master Blenders and for their Art of Blending. The founding father of Japanese whisky Shinjiro Torii built Japan’s first malt whisky distillery in Yamazaki, and the Suntory legacy continued with Torii’s son, Keizo Saji, Suntory’s second master blender who continued to establish distilleries including the Hakushu distillery. As the generations of Suntory’s master blenders carry on, Suntory Whisky remains committed to heritage and innovation. The House of Suntory Whisky has been named four-time Distiller of the Year at the International Spirits Challenge in London, UK (2010, 2012, 2013, 2014).

Suntory Whiskies are subtle, refined and complex. The portfolio includes two single malt whiskies:  Yamazaki—Japan’s N°1 Single Malt, multi-layered and profound, Hakushu—verdant, fresh, and delicately smoky; and two blends: the noble blend, Hibiki—Japan’s most highly awarded blended whisky and Suntory Whisky Toki.

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About Edrington UK  

Edrington UK is the UK’s number one whisky supplier, part of the global Edrington family and responsible for the UK sales, marketing and distribution of a portfolio of premium brands including The Macallan, Highland Park, The Famous Grouse, Naked Malt and Brugal.

As a distribution partner of Beam Suntory, Edrington UK also represents many of its brands in the UK marketplace, such as Jim Beam, Maker’s Mark, Bowmore, Laphroaig, Courvoisier and The House of Suntory range of Japanese craft spirits.

Edrington UK also handles sales and distribution for a portfolio of liqueurs and specialities including 1826 Cocktails, Sourz, and After Shock.

Two new releases in The Causeway Collection

Inspired by the natural wonder and mythical tales of the Giant’s Causeway, Bushmills have released two new rare Irish whiskeys – one is a 1991 Madeira Finish exclusive to us here at The Whisky Shop, and the other is a 2000 Ruby Port Wood. Both are highly sought-after and are now available whilst stocks last.

1991 Madeira Finish →
2000 Ruby Port Cask →

Bushmills – The Causeway Collection

Bushmills 2000 Ruby Port Cask
The Causeway Collection

An unparalleled Irish single malt having spent its entire life in rare first-fill ruby port casks. After an incredible 20 year maturation in these wine casks from Portugal, this whiskey is imbued with big, bold and luscious red fruit flavours, bottled at a cask strength of 54.1% abv. Limited to 2,322 bottles.

£260.00
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Bushmills 1991 Madeira Cask Finish
The Causeway Collection
TWS Exclusive

This exclusive release has spent 13 years in Oloroso sherry butts and bourbon barrels before a further 15 years in Madeira wine casks. Bottled at a natural cask strength of 50.2% abv, this is limited to just 738 bottles exclusively for The Whisky Shop in the UK.

£695.00
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Balvenie Tun 1509 Batch 8

The Tun 1509 range leads with flavour in mind! This is an astounding liquid made of a marriage of whiskies, some of a great age. Age statements can sometimes bring limitations to blenders in creating a product exactly to their taste. The minimum age in the mix, even if only a drop, is the legal requirement for the label.

And this one is crafted by one of the best in the business! David Stewart has hand-selected 18 of the finest casks – a combination of ex-bourbon barrels, second fill Sherry butts, refill puncheons and new sherry butts, all then spent three months in a traditional marrying Tun, weaving together their precious characteristics.

£330.00
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