Double Cask DC110 Single Malt Whisky

We are pleased to announce that our latest edition of Double Cask Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky will be released on Monday 5th of July, 2021.

Our Double Cask series offers our team the opportunity to draw on a breathtaking array of casks to create whiskies of great character and complexity. Double Cask batch DC110 is a marriage of selections from ten casks, including whisky from American and French oak casks which have previously been used to mature Tawny, Bourbon, white wine and red wine, with ages ranging from 7 to 20 years old.

DC110 is the first Double Cask release to be bottled at a variable alcohol by volume percentage (ABV%). This brings the Double Cask series into line with how we bottle our single cask releases and allows us to choose the ABV% that brings out the best in the whisky. For DC110, that was 46.9%.

“The higher ABV% has really brought out the deeper chocolately vibes so quintessentially Sullivans, while retaining the malt-fruit-brine fundamentals of the distillery. Great depth of aroma and a very enticing flavour profile.”

Heather Tillott, Head Distiller

Tasting Notes

Great body and rolling texture. Loads of biscuitty malt, a jammy wave (dark berries!) swirls with a herbal wave, like vine leaves. Incredibly fudgy, chocolate flavoured. Part way through there’s a change toward the fruit: peaches, mango, apricot, and then ruby grapefruit juice.

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

These whiskies will be released via ballot.
The ballot will open for 24 hours from 11am Hobart time on Monday 5th of July, 2021. Further details will be sent prior to the ballot opening.

A note on our ballot system. 
Our policy is one bottle, 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.

Luxco announces fifth-anniversary release of Remus Repeal Reserve for September 2021

Remus Repeal Reserve Series V offers a rare medley of five bourbons ranging

 from 2005 to 2008 from its 174-year-old Lawrenceburg, Indiana, distillery

LAWRENCEBURG, IN (June 29, 2021) – Luxco will debut Remus Repeal Reserve Series V Straight Bourbon Whiskey this September. A limited annual release, Series V is the fifth edition of the award-winning Remus Repeal Reserve Bourbon collection. Produced to commemorate the repeal of Prohibition in 1933, Series V showcases a medley of five bourbons ranging from 2005 to 2008, offering a rare taste of the finest cask bourbon selections available from one of the oldest distilleries in the country.

“Remus Repeal Reserve has been such an amazing journey for our distillery team, and we wanted to do something extraordinary for our fifth-year anniversary,” said Master Blender David Whitmer. “Series V exemplifies what our Remus Repeal collection stands for: to showcase the incredible range of medleys and aged reserves we work with in Lawrenceburg. Whether this is your first taste of our Remus Repeal collection or your fifth, Series V represents a particularly special opportunity for us to show you what great bourbon can be.”

Named after the legendary “King of the Bootleggers,” Remus Repeal Reserve is an annual series from George Remus^® Bourbon, crafted by the expert distillers at MGP’s 174-year-old distillery in Lawrenceburg, IN. Made in a signature high-rye style, the medley changes each year, allowing the team to experiment with their various mash bills and aged reserves. Remus Repeal Reserve Series V is comprised of 9% 2005 Bourbon (21% Rye), 5% 2005 Bourbon (36% Rye), 19% 2006 Bourbon (21% Rye), 13% 2008 Bourbon (21% Rye) and 54% 2008 Bourbon (36% Rye). Made from outstanding reserves ranging from 2005 to 2008, Series V leads with dried fruit, rich caramel, maple syrup, roasted nuts and leather. The beginning includes rich toffee and vanilla, followed by chocolate, glazed nuts and oak. The finish offers candied fruit, caramel, baking spice and a lingering oaky rye spice.

Highly anticipated, previous releases of Remus Repeal Reserve have achieved some of the highest recognition in the bourbon category, including a Gold-Best in Class in the 2020 World of Whiskies Competition and 98 points from Tasting Panel Magazine for Remus Repeal Reserve Series IV.

Remus Repeal Reserve Series V retails for a suggested $89.99 per 750-ml bottle and will be available in limited quantities in September 2021 to coincide with National Bourbon Heritage Month. Series V is bottled at 100 proof/50% ABV.

About George Remus^® Bourbon

George Remus, a Bourbon brand named after the legendary “King of the Bootleggers,” is crafted at MGP’s historic Lawrenceburg, Indiana distillery. George Remus Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a high-rye blend of Bourbon whiskies, aged over four years, with a hint of vanilla, a maple aroma, and a sweet-yet-characteristic rye flavor (SRP: $39.99/750-ml). Remus Repeal Reserve Series V is crafted from 2005, 2006 and 2008 reserve Bourbons and is available in limited quantities (SRP: $89.99/750-ml bottle). Connect with us: GeorgeRemus.com, @GeorgeRemusBourbon (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) and @GeorgeRemus (Twitter). G. Remus Distilling Co., Lawrenceburg, IN, 47% ALC/VOL & 50% ALC/VOL. Be Legendary. Sip Responsibly. 

About Luxco

Founded in St. Louis in 1958 by the Lux Family, Luxco is a leading producer, supplier, importer and bottler of beverage alcohol products. Our mission is to meet the needs and exceed the expectations of consumers, associates and business partners. Merged with MGP Ingredients, Inc. in 2021 (Nasdaq: MGPI), Luxco operates as MGP’s Brands Division and manages all MGP/Luxco brands. This extensive and award-winning spirits portfolio includes well-known brands from five distilleries: Bardstown, Kentucky-based Lux Row Distillers, home of Ezra Brooks, Rebel, Blood Oath, David Nicholson and Daviess County; Lebanon, Kentucky-based Limestone Branch Distillery, maker of Yellowstone Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Minor Case Straight Rye Whiskey and Bowling & Burch Gin; Jalisco, Mexico-based Destiladora González Lux, producer of 100% agave tequilas, El Mayor, Exotico and Dos Primos; MGP’s historic distillery in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, where George Remus Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Rossville Union Straight Rye Whiskey are produced; and the Washington, D.C.-based Green Hat Distillery, producer of the Green Hat family of gins. The innovative and high-quality brand portfolio also includes Everclear Grain Alcohol, Pearl Vodka, Saint Brendan’s Irish Cream, The Quiet Man Irish Whiskey and other well-recognized brands. For more information about the company and its brands, visit luxco.com.

Dallas Dhu 38 Year Old – 1981 | Cask 1162 | Private Collection

We’re incredibly blessed to have so many great distilleries in our wonderful country, many of these housing old & rare single malts. One such beauty is this well aged Dallas Dhu, matured for over 38 years in a single refill American hogshead.

Distilled in 1981 & bottled by Scotch whisky gurus, Gordon & MacPhail for their exclusive Private Collection range, only 184 bottles were filled from single cask #1162 at natural cask strength, 60.1% vol.

Dallas Dhu is considered a rarity as the distillery sadly closed its doors in 1983 therefore becoming one of the Lost Distilleries of Scotland.

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Morrison Whisky Distillers Latest Releases

We are delighted to introduce the latest releases from Morrison Whisky Distillers Phenomenal range of whisky.

The Carn Mor Strictly Limited range consists of a range of carefully married small batch releases from a limited number of casks. Always bottled at 47.5% for a perfect combination of spirit and cask flavours.

The Celebration of the Cask is a wonderful look at Single Cask Whisky. Only the finest whiskies make the cut for the Celebration series, which are always bottled at Natural Cask Strength. As close to drinking whisky from the cask as possible!

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GLENGLASSAUGH UNVEILS ULTIMATE COASTAL TREASURE WITH NEW 50 YEAR OLD

The Highland hidden gem that is Glenglassaugh lay silent for over two decades before being reawakened in 2008. Since then, the small, coastal distillery has released a range of award-winning boutique whiskies and now celebrates the release of one of its oldest and rarest expressions.

Shaped by the influences of land and sea for over half a century, Glenglassaugh 50 Year Old has gently matured in the distillery’s coastal warehouses overlooking the rolling surf of Sandend Bay.

The rare expression, of which there are just 264 bottles available, has been bottled from a single Pedro Ximénez sherry cask from Andalucīa in Spain. After breathing in the elements of the North Sea air for over 50 years, the result is a luscious and rich Highland Single Malt with a flavour profile that boasts a symphony of exotic fruit on a gentle ocean breeze.

Selected by Master Blender, Rachel Barrie, who learned to surf as a child on the waves that break below the distillery, the Glenglassaugh 50 Year Old is an inimitable and complex exemplar of the distillery’s lush, coastal spirit.

Earlier this year, the expression was awarded the highest possible accolade of double gold at the prestigious San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

Each bottle is housed in a bespoke presentation box designed to display the bottle and the liquid’s rich tones.

Rachel Barrie, Master Blender at Glenglassaugh Distillery, said:

“A lot can happen in half a century, and this whisky has seen many important milestones whilst maturing in our warehouses. From the distillery being lost then revived 13 years ago to the release of its first core range celebrating its youthful spirit.

“Offering a deep and seductive sweetness, the 50 Year Old’s flavour profile ranges from caramelised pear to soft exotic cherries; almond and refined oak beautifully intertwine to present a symphony of tropical notes on a gentle ocean breeze with rolling waves of flavour, which intensify and evolve with each sip. It’s a privilege to unveil this premium bottling to whisky fans around the world at the beginning of a new chapter for Glenglassaugh celebrating both old and new.”

The Glenglassaugh 50 Year Old is of natural cask colour and bottled at 40.1% ABV. The initial release features 264 bottles that will be available across select international markets in Europe and Asia from June 2021.

About the Glenglassaugh 50 Year Old

UK RRP: £5,500 (GBP) Global markets may vary.

Available at specialist retailers in Europe and Asia.

Tasting notes

Colour: Dark manuka honey

Nose: Deep, seductive layers of sweet almond frangipane, figs and blackberry, carried on a wave of ocean spice, toasted oak and salted honeycomb.

Palette: A complex symphony of cassis and soft exotic fruits with rolling waves of papaya, mango and cherry. Mellow oak and yellow plum add a memorable sophistication to this exceptional rare malt.

Finish: Savour the soft lingering finish of caramelized pear, pineapple and pomegranate, beautifully intertwined with almond and refined oak; on a gentle ocean breeze.

Natural cask colour, bottled at 40.1% ABV.  

About Glenglassaugh Distillery:

On the crescent beach of Sandend Bay stands Glenglassaugh Distillery, producing a luscious coastal malt, shaped by the rich abundance of land and sea, with rolling waves of flavour. A whisky whose essence is distilled from the visible and invisible influences of land, sea, air and spring water. Its heritage stretches back to 1875 when the distillery was founded by Colonel James Moir. It was on the banks of Glassaugh stream that the distillery was built, and its name ‘Glenglassaugh’ – meaning ‘valley of the grey-green place’ – has been taken from its beautiful surroundings. Despite being mothballed for over twenty years, the distillery has a history of elegant maturation, with award-winning old vintages dating back to the 1960s, and an award-winning range of boutique younger whiskies, released in the years following the distillery’s reopening in 2008. As this jewel of a coastal malt is discovered and enjoyed, it promises to become a cult, contemporary classic.  

GLENGLASSAUGH DISTILLERY:

www.glenglassaugh.com

Twitter: @Glenglassaugh

Instagram: glenglassaugh

Facebook: /GlenglassaughDistillery

The Perfect Partner to the Glencairn Glass

In June we will be launching the first ever Glencairn Pipette for whisky-lovers who want to add a splash of water to their dram. Over the years customers who enjoy a drop of water with their whisky have often told us that they would love a pipette to match their Glencairn Glass so they can carefully control the amount of water added to enhance the flavours and aromas found in their whisky.

Our handblown glass pipette is designed to be the ideal length for our Glencairn Glass and is weighted at the top with a beautiful, and rather cute, miniature Glencairn Glass. To find out all about it please click here

Glencairn Crystal
11 Langlands Avenue
Kelvin South Business Park
East Kilbride, Glg G75 OYG
United Kingdom

New whisky has landed: Laphroaig 16 Year Old!

Expect classic Laphroaig characteristics here, with the dial turned down a little; the sweet, vanilla American oak has rounded off the intensity of its smoky flavours to create a mellow and summery dram.

Laphroaig 16 Year Old
£87.95
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IRISH DISTILLERS LAUNCHES ‘A PERFECT BLEND’ PODCAST 

The four-part podcast miniseries highlights the partnerships at the heart of Irish whiskey 

Dublin, June 24^th, 2021 – Irish Distillers, producer of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys has today, announced the launch of a new podcast, ‘A Perfect Blend’.

Produced and hosted by multi-award winning radio producer Julien Clancy, the four-part mini-series focuses on the power of collaboration, by bringing stories of craft and shared passions from the world of Irish whiskey, the world’s fastest growing premium spirit, to life. The podcast features commentary from some of the industry’s most influential voices who reflect on shared aspirations, lessons learned and hopes for the future.

‘A Perfect Blend’ begins with Irish Distillers cooper Killian O’Mahony and President of Kelvin Cooperage in Kentucky, Paul McLaughlin, who discuss the origins of their enthusiasm for the age-old craft of coopering. In the second episode, Richard Forsyth of distillery design and build firm, Forsyths, and distiller at Irish Distillers, Katherine Condon, speak about the discovery of their unique skills and relationship with the great copper pot still.

In the third episode, forestry consultant and Pro Silva Ireland co-founder Paddy Purser and Finbarr Curran, the man responsible for sourcing Irish Distillers’ barrels, give an insight into the how the industry is working together on cask sustainability. In the concluding episode, Irish Distillers archivist Carol Quinn and design duo Matthew Bolger and Emelie Lindstrom of M+E Design reflect on the art of storytelling and the unexpected benefits of collaboration.

Conor McQuaid, CEO and Chairman of Irish Distillers said: “Our community extends beyond Midleton Distillery and the shores of Ireland. With the launch of this podcast we seek to the explore the unique bonds and common threads that shape our story and celebrate the power of the partnerships that we have with craftspeople all over the world. Over four episodes, we want to highlight their contribution to the international success of Irish whiskey. We hope that listeners will enjoy this mini-series and will take away insights and perspectives from our industry that they may not have expected.”

Episodes are available to download now on Audioboom, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn, Castbox, RadioPublic.

About Irish Distillers

Irish Distillers is Ireland’s leading supplier of spirits and wines, and producer of some of the world’s most well-known and successful Irish whiskeys. Led by Jameson, our brands are driving the global renaissance of Irish whiskey. Jameson is the world’s bestselling Irish whiskey, experiencing 30 years of consecutive growth up to 2019 and hitting sales of 7.6m cases in 2020. Our brands are exported to 130+ markets.

Irish Distillers was formed in 1966, when a merger took place between John Power & Son, John Jameson & Son and Cork Distilleries Company. In 1988 Irish Distillers joined Pernod Ricard, gaining access to unprecedented levels of investment and an extensive global distribution network. Since 2012, we have invested over €400 million to double our production and bottling capacity to meet global demand for our products.

We employ over 600 people across our operations in Cork and Dublin.

About Pernod Ricard 

Pernod Ricard is the No.2 worldwide producer of wines and spirits with consolidated sales of €9,182 million in FY19. Created in 1975 by the merger of Ricard and Pernod, the Group has developed through organic growth and acquisitions: Seagram (2001), Allied Domecq (2005) and Vin&Sprit (2008). Pernod Ricard, which owns 16 of the Top 100 Spirits Brands, holds one of the most prestigious and comprehensive brand portfolios in the industry, including: Absolut Vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute, and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Malibu liqueur, Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes, as well Jacob’s Creek, Brancott Estate, Campo Viejo, and Kenwood wines. Pernod Ricard’s brands are distributed across 160+ markets and by its own salesforce in 73 markets. The Group’s decentralised organisation empowers its 19,000 employees to be true on-the-ground ambassadors of its vision of “Créateurs de Convivialité.” As reaffirmed by the Group’s three-year strategic plan, “Transform and Accelerate,” deployed in 2018, Pernod Ricard’s strategy focuses on investing in long-term, profitable growth for all stakeholders. The Group remains true to its three founding values: entrepreneurial spirit, mutual trust, and a strong sense of ethics. As illustrated by the 2030 roadmap supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), “We bring good times from a good place.” In recognition of Pernod Ricard’s strong commitment to sustainable development and responsible consumption, it has received a Gold rating from Ecovadis and is ranked No. 1 in the beverage sector in Vigeo Eiris. Pernod Ricard is also a United Nation’s Global Compact LEAD company.  Pernod Ricard is listed on Euronext (Ticker: RI; ISIN code: FR0000120693) and is part of the CAC 40 index

How to taste whisky

Whisky is one of the most exquisite alcoholic beverages available, which is available in a wide variety of flavors, ranging from light to concentrated and smoky. This diversity of taste experiences is one of the main reasons why people love whisky. However, there are some ways to taste it at its best and enjoy its unique flavor even more.

Add your whisky in a special glass

Whisky is served in small glass tumblers, which may be available in various presentations. For example, there are low-ball whiskey glasses or tulip-shaped glasses, the latter being one of the best options to better enjoy the aroma and flavor of whisky.

To taste whiskey in the best way, it would be best to avoid plastic glasses altogether.

 Start by pouring a small amount of whisky.

The best way to taste whisky is to ingest it little by little. So, first of all, start by pouring a small amount, approximately 20-40 milliliters. Then, smell the whisky several times before tasting it, so that your nose gets used to it and can perceive its aroma. Then, taste it before deciding to add ice or water. No doubt, by doing this your palate will have a pretty clear idea about the flavor of the whisky and you will be able to taste it in the best way.

Let the whisky sit in your mouth for a few seconds

Once you have taken your first sip of whisky, leave it in your mouth for a few seconds, allowing your tongue to wrap around it. This way you will be able to appreciate its full flavor. In fact, there are some drinkers who like to “chew” the whiskey. This practice is perfect to fully enjoy this drink.

 Use whisky stones

It is common to add ice to cool the whisky, but this causes the drink to dilute a little and lose some of its natural flavor. Therefore, the best way to taste whiskey is by using whisky stones. They allow you to cool the drink without diluting it, so your experience will be unforgettable.

ESPRIT WHISKY

Finally, we have Lindores Single Malt Whisky!

We are delighted to announce that our Scotch Whisky will be made available to buy on 2nd July 2021, a mere 527 years after distillation was first recorded at Lindores Abbey, in 1494.

Our new releases are the Lindores Single Malt Scotch Whisky MCDXCIV (1494) “Commemorative first release” and the Lindores Single Malt Scotch Whisky MCDXCIV (1494), both containing the same exquisite Lowland single malt spirit with the Commemorative release being presented with a label marking the occasion.

Both the Commemorative and the Lindores Single Malt will be available to purchase from a variety of independent retailers and stockists from 2nd July, a full list of which can be found on the Lindores website.

The distillery will be selling the Lindores Single Malt directly or on our website from 2nd July 2021 (limited to 1 bottle per person), but will not be selling the Commemorative. We made the decision to sell this exclusively through our many distributors and whisky shops that have supported us over the last few years, and who we can now in turn support.

It is wonderful to be able to announce a public release date, as we know our fans across the world have been keen to enjoy a sip of whisky history. The Lindores Single Malt will be available for £46 plus postage from our website, and the thinking behind this is that we want all our whisky to be accessible and enjoyed rather than only collected. If people want to enjoy our product they can do so even if they are not fortunate enough to obtain a commemoratively labelled bottle.

In other news, our Legacy bar is open again on Friday nights, and it is wonderful having people join us at the distillery for distillery tours which can now end with and a dram of our very own whisky! We hope to see as many of you as possible in the next few months, and thank you, as always for all your support.

Slàinte

Helen and Drew McKenzie Smith
Custodians of Lindores Abbey Distillery