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Introducing The Latest Release Of The Macallan Rare Cask – Scotch Whisky News

RARE CASK, 2025 RELEASE

We are pleased to announce that The Macallan Rare Cask, 2025 Release is available from our Online Boutique, with limited availability.

This multi-faceted single malt is crafted from a selection of our rarest sherry seasoned oak casks, chosen for their distinctive sweet raisin note, decadent depth of flavour and velvety mouth-feel. These hand-selected casks are a rare and special discovery, unearthed by the Whisky Mastery Team in their quest to seek out the extraordinary.

With its entirely natural ruby mahogany hue, velvety texture and complex character, this release offers a rare sensorial experience to savour, share and gift.

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ABOUT THE WHISKY

The Macallan Rare Cask showcases the perfection that can be delivered when a single note shines. The intense sweet raisin note that can be found within Rare Cask is hard to find in the whisky stocks at The Macallan. Layered with notes of sweet raisin, vanilla, dark chocolate and citrus, and enveloped in a rich, velvety mouthfeel, this exceptional single malt delivers an indulgent, sensorial experience from nose to finish.

TASTING NOTES

EXPLORE NATURAL COLOUR, NOSE, PALATE & FINISH

NATURAL COLOUR Ruby Mahogany.
NOSE Soft notes of vanilla with rich raisin, followed by a sweet fusion of fresh apple, lemon and orange.
PALATE An intense sweet raisin dominates before giving way to vanilla and dark chocolate, with layers of light citrus zest.
FINISH Long, rich and velvety.
ABV 43%

PRESENTATION

The deep red presentation box echoes the natural colour of the whisky and features a distinctive front-opening design, showcasing the elegant decanter within.

RARE CASK, 2025 RELEASE AVAILABILITY

The Macallan Rare Cask, 2025 Release is now available to purchase, with limited availability. This expression is now available from The Macallan Estate, The Macallan Online Boutique, and is available from premium specialist retailers and exclusive non-specialist retailers around the world.

SPRINGBANK 10YO FINO CASK MATURED – Scotch Whisky News

SPRINGBANK 10YO FINO CASK MATURED

This new Springbank 10yo bottling is the fourth edition in our five-part Sherry Series, matured for four years in refill Bourbon hogsheads followed by six years in fresh Fino hogsheads made from American oak. 11,400 bottles are available worldwide.

NOSE The latest release in our sherry series opens with notes of blood orange, brandy snaps, vanilla custard and tinned fruits.

PALATE Notes of cinnamon sugar, fresh mint, praline, morello cherries and lemon curd emerge on the palate.

FINISH Notes of key lime, cola bottles and maple syrup round off this dram.

55% ABV

UK RRP £96 – £100

The Glenlivet Embarks On A Tropical Adventure With The Launch Of Its 12 Year Old Jamaica Edition, Treasure Beach – Scotch Whisky News

The Glenlivet Embarks On A Tropical Adventure With The Launch Of Its 12 Year Old Jamaica Edition, Treasure Beach

The Glenlivet, the definitive Speyside single malt, announces the launch of The Glenlivet 12 Year Old Jamaica Edition, Treasure Beach. This is the first release in the ‘Beyond Speyside’ series, which captures the essence of distinctive destinations around the world. This innovative expression combines the signature smoothness of The Glenlivet with the vibrant, sun-soaked flavours of Jamaica, offering whisky enthusiasts a unique and adventurous tasting experience. 

Inspired by Treasure Beach, a hidden gem on Jamaica’s south coast, this 12 Year Old single malt scotch whisky is selectively finished in casks that previously held Jamaica Rum, imparting tropical flavour notes of coconut, juicy pineapple, and velvety caramel for a fruity and smooth finish. These qualities authentically encapsulate the vibrancy and warmth of Jamaica’s beautiful coastline, creating a truly distinctive whisky experience. 

“We’re constantly looking for ways to push boundaries in single malts,” says Kevin Balmforth, The Glenlivet Cask Expert. “The Glenlivet 12 Year Old Jamaica Edition, Treasure Beach, demonstrates our commitment to innovation and giving whisky drinkers new flavour experiences. By embracing distinctive cask finishes, we’re offering whisky lovers a truly unique and memorable experience, taking The Glenlivet from Speyside to the shores of Jamaica.” 

The Glenlivet 12 Year Old Jamaica Edition, Treasure Beach, is presented in a bold and modern bottle and carton design that reflects the vibrant spirit of Jamaica. The release will be available exclusively in the US at select retailers for a retail price of $54.99.  

Douglas Laing & Co. XOP Rare Port Dundas 40 Years Old – Scotch Whisky News

XOP Rare Port Dundas 40 Years Old

40 Years One Single Cask Refill Hogshead ABV: 47.6% | Vol: 70cl

£566.67 Regular price £666.67

Anticipate a wonderful vanilla depth running to tropical fruits, peaches in syrup and honey’d cereals with a rich toffee and spiced oak style. Since 1948 we have had an obsession with the quality of the Scotch Whisky we bottle. This is the inspiration behind our XOP Rare releases. Our precious spirit is finessed in truly exceptional Single Casks, hand selected only by Douglas Laing family members. In the passionate belief that over 70% of the Whisky’s final character is dependent on the quality of the cask in which it is matured, the oak cask is a vital factor in ensuring impeccable quality. Thereafter, each and every bottle of our XOP Rare is bottled by hand with great care and attention and every certificate is individually signed by a member of the family to certify that this Whisky is of outstanding quality and distinctive character.

SPRINGBANK 12YO CASK STRENGTH – Scotch Whisky News

SPRINGBANK 12YO CASK STRENGTH

The upcoming release of Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength is matured exclusively in Bourbon casks — this is the first batch to use 100% Bourbon casks since 2021.

NOSE A sweet and inviting introduction to this dram, we have notes of fruit salad candy, raspberry ripple, dried mango, frosting and dark chocolate.

PALATE The complexity builds in the palate, with notes of smoke cayenne pepper, crushed chillies, toffee and charred steak.

FINISH Gentle peat smoke emerges in the finish, along with notes of pink grapefruit, cocoa powder, glazed cherries and salted pretzels.

55.5% ABV

UK RRP £70 – £72

Celebrate Chinese New Year the Big Peat Way – Only 888 Bottles – Scotch Whisky News

Big Peat Chinese New Year

Year of the Horse – 2026 Limited Edition

Big Peat returns early to celebrate Chinese New Year 2026 – Year of the Horse!

Globally only 888 bottles exist of this natural cask strength Islay Whisky (48.8% ABV). Brimming with smoky warmth, maritime character and a hearty dose of peat, this celebratory bottling is the perfect way to toast new beginnings, good fortune and unforgettable moments with family and friends.

Secure your bottle now and toast the new year in true Islay style.

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HAZELBURN 10YO, from Springbank Distillery – Scotch Whisky News

HAZELBURN 10YO

After not being bottled for the last two years, our classic Hazelburn 10yo will be hitting the shelves once again. We trust this is welcome news for fans of our unpeated, triple distilled expression.

NOSE On the nose we have notes of Victoria sponge, honey, vanilla, gooseberries, dried apricots and a soft floral element.

PALATE The palate brings notes of key lime pie, icing sugar, green grapes and fruit syrup.

FINISH There is a waxiness in the finish with a note of bergamot lemon.

46% ABV

UK RRP £55 – £57

Lady of the Glen Christmas Octave Bottling – Scotch Whisky News

Mannochmore 2016 Christmas PX Octave

We’ve bottled an extremely limited octave for Christmas, full of rich and spiced flavour and perfect for these longer nights. A very special release for Christmas 2025. This Mannochmore was matured in a hogshead for just under 8 years, then finished in an ex-Pedro Ximénez Octave for 14 months for layers of dried fruit and sweetness.

Tasting Notes; Black cherry, Battenburg cake and walnut.

DISTILLED 19th July 2016 AND BOTTLED 21st November 2025

The cask yielded only 54 bottles and it was bottled at natural cask strength of 55.9%

Available from our web shop for only £60

D&M California: Producer Spotlight – Ardbeg – Islay Scotch Whisky News

EXTENSIVE RANGE FROM ONE OF SCOTLAND’S

MOST ICONIC DISTILLERIES!

Founded by John MacDougall in 1815 as one of the first official distilleries on Islay, over its 200+ year history, Ardbeg Distillery has firmly established itself as one of the most iconic single malt producers, not only on Islay and in Scotland but across the globe. Several of its offerings have earned prestigious awards including “World Whisky of the Year”, “Scotch Whisky of the Year” and “World’s Best Single Malt” and the enterprise itself has been recognized as “Distillery of the Year”. It has also built an avidly loyal international fan base that eagerly awaits each release.

The arc of Ardbeg’s evolution over the last two centuries has not always been smooth and upward and, in fact, in the 1980s and 1990s, it twice ceased operations until, in 1997, it was acquired by Glenmorangie and returned to full production. When Glenmorangie was subsequently acquired by LVMH/Moet Hennessy, Ardbeg became part of that group and, ever since, its trajectory has been solidy upward.

Key to Ardbeg’s status and achievements is its distinct style which is premised on an unabashed embracing of its coastal and peaty provenance. Its offerings are certainly among the most bold and smoky on the planet, but due to their unwavering commitment to quality in the production process, those attributes are well-complemented by other textural, structural and flavor characteristics that truly intrigue and engage one’s palate.

We have curated a broad range of the distillery’s expressions, including a few limited releases, and have highlighted several below. You can also check out our entire Ardbeg collection HERE.

OUR CLUB PROGRAMS ~ Here at D&M we are passionate about American Whiskey and Single Malt Scotch. To help make our passions a little easier on your (and our) pocketbook, we have come up with a number of different buying clubs. The purpose of these clubs is to explore these wonderful beverages, trying new things, and to save money. Click HERE to learn more about our club options.

New Release: Royal Salute 26 Year Old Colheita Port Cask Matured Whisky – Hard To Find Whisky News

ROYAL SALUTE

Kingdom Collection ·  Portugal Edition

26 Year Old · 70cl · 40% ABV

The Kingdom Collection by Royal Salute pays tribute to the rich cultures and traditions of kingdoms across the globe. Each remarkable edition is matured for 26 years and finished in casks chosen to reflect the spirit of its respective realm. The third and final release in the collection is a majestic 26-Year-Old Scotch inspired by the storied heritage of the Kingdom of Portugal. Finished in exquisite Colheita Port casks, this exceptional blend reveals layers of sweet berry richness and subtle spice. A fitting finale to an extraordinary trilogy.

£549.95

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