NEW IN:
KILKERRAN HEAVILY PEATED

We’re thrilled to announce the arrival of an exciting new addition to our shelves – a heavily peated single malt from Kilkerran, distilled at the historic Glengyle distillery in Campbeltown.

Kilkerran’s whiskies are usually lightly peated, but this expression includes far more peated barley. It’s then matured in ex-bourbon barrels with a touch of sherry casks, creating a beautifully balanced whisky that’s complex and punchy. Expect bold smoky peat, hints of freshly baked bramble apple pie, and a swirl of sweet salted caramel, all wrapped up in a long, lingering finish that leaves you wanting more.

Whether you’re a peat lover or simply looking for something truly distinctive, this Kilkerran release is not to be missed.

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International Beverage confirms global roll out of PRAKAAN,
Thailand’s first single malt whisky

Historic new whisky bottles rich tapestry of Thai culture and
craftsmanship for international markets

International Beverage is today (2nd June) proud to announce the global roll out of PRAKAAN, Thailand’s first premium single malt whisky, following the success of its launch into domestic and Asian markets last year.

The new whisky is a momentous addition to International Beverage’s award-winning spirits portfolio.

It will debut with a range of three bold and highly distinctive single malts – PRAKAAN Select Cask, PRAKAAN Double Cask and PRAKAAN Peated Malt – all crafted at PRAKAAN Distillery in the north of Thailand.

The launch aims to put Thai whisky and craftsmanship on the global spirits map, whilst showcasing International Beverage’s expertise in producing premium spirits around the world.

With an initial focus on the UK, France and Germany in 2025, and the USA and other markets thereafter, the new global distribution drive will be supported by an ambitious sales and marketing plan to build awareness and long term growth.

Provenance

The new whisky is crafted at PRAKAAN Distillery in the province of Kamphaeng Phet, which sits within Thailand’s northerly Western Forest Complex – part of a vast, unspoiled UNESCO World heritage site.

The area’s rich natural resources and hot, humid climate, combined with the great traditions of local craftsmanship, provide the perfect conditions for making premium whisky with a distinctive Thai character.

This unique setting also inspires the name, with PRAKAAN translating as ‘wall’ or ‘fort’, in tribute to the remains of an ancient wall which once surrounded Kamphaeng Phet, and stood strong in Thailand’s defence
through the centuries.

The whisky

PRAKAAN’s inaugural single malts have been named ‘The Tribura Series’ – inspired by the wall’s three fortified layers and representing the Thai history, provenance and passion that is woven into every step of their creation.

Crafted with the region’s pure, high quality spring water, PRAKAAN’s sustainable, state of the art distillery features two large 30 – 50,000 cask underground warehouses, designed to carefully control maturation in the warm, humid climate. Here the spirit is matured in a mix of American Oak Ex-bourbon casks and Spanish Oak Ex-sherry casks.

The resulting three whiskies are distinctively different in taste, but share the tropical fruit notes and lush, vanilla sweetness which will come to characterize PRAKAAN and Thai whisky amongst global drinkers.

Commenting on the global launch, Veronica Amago, Global Sales Director at International Beverage said: ‘This is a historic day for our business and for Thailand as we launch the country’s first ever single malt whisky onto the world stage. PRAKAAN Distillery is the result of care, precision and skilful planning, and our whisky is defined by the skill and expertise of our formidable whisky creation team in Kamphaeng Phet. The recently awarded inaugural Tribura Series is a celebration of their achievement. We are proud and honoured to be sharing it with the world today.’

Ranging in price between £65 – £74 / €59 – €69 / $70 – $90 / ¥ 10,600 – ¥12,200, PRAKAAN single malt whisky is bottled in 70cl and will be available via specialist retailers within key global markets.

PRAKAAN Select Cask
Aged in Ex-Bourbon Oak casks
NOSE: Soft tropical fruit and zesty citrus with lush honey
sweetness, creamy vanilla, and undertones of lemon cake.
PALATE: Sweetness of caramelized pineapple slices and chewy
toffee, with the rich perfume of freshly-ground spices and hints
of candied lemon peel.
FINISH: Mature and long-lasting with ripe fruitiness.
43% ABV
RRP £65 / €59 / $69.99 / ¥10,600.00

PRAKAAN Double Cask
Aged in Ex-Bourbon and Sherry Oak casks
NOSE: Rich tropical fruit smothered in decadent layers of
melting chocolate and vanilla. Balanced with notes of raisin
and candied citrus peel.
PALATE: Rich and delicious. Pineapples in syrup and ripe
mangoes with elegant oaky vanilla and the dark sweetness of
warm toffee.
FINISH: Full-bodied and smooth with oaky and leathery tones,
with a light touch grated orange zest.
43% ABV
RRP £74 / €69 / $89.99 / ¥12,200.00

PRAKAAN Peated Malt
A unique Smoky Character Whisky
NOSE: Fresh tropical fruit with a layer of soft wood smoke,
evocative of a fire on the beach. Spices and elegantly rich
vanilla sauce.
PALATE: Sweet, textured with smoke to the fore and a gentle
rounded quality. Caramels and runny honey with citrus and
pineapple shining through.
FINISH: Warming and long, descending slowly from bright
fruitiness to sweet smoke.
43% ABV
RRP £69 / €64 / $79.99 / ¥ 11,100.00

www.prakaanmaltwhisky.com

About International Beverage

International Beverage is the international arm of Thai Beverage Public Limited Company. The premium spirits company’s portfolio is led by a range of high-quality brands including Old Pulteney single malt Scotch whisky, Hankey Bannister blended Scotch whisky, Caorunn Gin, PRAKAAN single malt whisky and Phraya Rum from Thailand, Larsen Cognac, and Cardrona spirits and liqueurs.

A certified Great Place to Work, International Beverage’s success is shaped by its 700-strong team based across the business network of nine global sites spanning the UK, France, New Zealand and Greater China, following the company’s recent acquisition of Asiaeuro International Beverage (AIB). For more information please visit www.interbevgroup.com

INTRODUCING GLEN ELGIN 1998

We’re proud to present an exclusive release from one of Scotland’s rising independent bottlers: Gleann Mór’s Rare Find Glen Elgin. This well-aged Glen Elgin Speyside single malt was matured in a quality bourbon barrel. On the nose you’ll find lovely aromas of kumquat, lychee and lemon drizzle cake. On the palate, there’s grapefruit sherbet, fresh cut grass and the warmth of a toasty Chardonnay. Bottled exclusively for The Whisky Exchange – and available in limited quantities.

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Andre Regard (right) and Damon Thayer (left).

Kentucky Senator Spirits Expands to Louisiana with Launch of New Bourbon Line
Honoring Senator Huey P. Long

The celebrated John Edwards Release arrives alongside the debut of “Louisiana Senator
Bourbon” — a bold new small-batch series with deep southern roots

BATON ROUGE, LA — Kentucky Senator Spirits, LLC, the team behind the award-winning Kentucky Senator Bourbon brand, announces its expansion into Louisiana with two exciting developments: the arrival of the John Edwards Release and the debut of an all-new collection, Louisiana Senator Bourbon, beginning with The Huey P. Long Release, available July 3.

Marking a new chapter for the brand, this expansion brings the bold heritage of its small-batch Kentucky Bourbon into one of the South’s most spirited states. The inaugural Louisiana Senator Bourbon small-batch release will celebrate the colorful legacy of Senator Huey P. Long, known nationwide as “The Kingfish.”

The Huey P. Long Release is the first in a three-part vertical series featuring an 8-year, 9-year, and 10-year Bourbon over the next two years. The new line is bottled at a powerful 107 proof, with a 78% corn, 13% rye, 9% malted barley mash bill. This debut release offers a rich and complex profile—and a limited run of just 1,000 bottles, including a small batch and single barrel option. It will be distributed by Uncorked in Louisiana.

Kentucky Senator Bourbon collaborated with Denny Potter and Jane Bowie of Potter Jane Distillery in Springfield, Kentucky to blend the Louisiana Senator Bourbon Huey Long Release. Potter and Bowie will also work with Kentucky Senator Bourbon on subsequent releases of Louisiana Senator in 2026 and 2027 that will be part of a three-bottle vertical release. This collaboration is part of Kentucky Senator Bourbon’s collaboration with master distillers and blenders to produce world class Bourbon.

“We couldn’t think of a better figure to launch this new line than Huey P. Long,” said Kentucky Senator Bourbon co-founder Andre Regard. “He was bold, unapologetic and unforgettable just like this Bourbon.”

Remembered as one of the most audacious and populist voices in American political history, Senator Huey P. Long served as Louisiana’s governor from 1928–1932 and U.S. Senator from 1932 until his assassination in 1935. His “Every Man a King” philosophy and fiery charisma earned him national attention and his legacy looms large in Louisiana lore.

“Louisiana has always been Bourbon country,” said co-founder Damon Thayer, “and we’re excited to bring both Kentucky Senator and Louisiana Senator Bourbon into this vibrant community of collectors and enthusiasts.”

In addition to the new Louisiana line, Bourbon lovers in the Bayou State can also enjoy the latest in the Kentucky Senator Bourbon collection: the John Edwards Release, honoring Kentucky’s second-ever U.S. Senator and a pioneer of Bourbon County.

Aged 7.5 years and bottled at 107 proof, the John Edwards Release features a mash bill of 75% corn, 21% rye, and 4% malted barley and delivers bold notes of caramel, toasted oak, and warm spice. A limited number will be available this summer in Louisiana.

To learn more about Kentucky Senator Bourbon, explore the John Edwards Release, or get a sneak peek at upcoming Louisiana Senator editions, visit www.kysenatorbourbon.com.

About Kentucky Senator Bourbon

Kentucky Senator Bourbon is an award-winning small-batch Bourbon brand committed to crafting exceptional spirits with a side of American history. Each limited-edition release is named after a U.S. Senator and represents a blend of tradition, character and U.S. heritage; it is distilled and aged in Kentucky for at least six years (the same length as a U.S. senate term).

Founded by Andre Regard and Damon Thayer, Kentucky Senator Bourbon revives a historic brand once produced by Crigler & Crigler in Covington and later Double Springs Distillers in Bardstown. The brand launched its first revival release in 2021 and has since become known for producing richly aged, 107-proof Bourbon expressions that connect past and present.

Awards & Recognition

• Kentucky Senator Bourbon’s inaugural release, the Alben W. Barkley Release, was highlighted in Forbes’ Online Magazine: Read More!
• Fred Minnick, a noted Bourbon author, ranked Kentucky Senator Bourbon in his Top 100 Whiskeys of 2021 and 2022: 2021 Rankings | 2022 Rankings | 2023 Rankings
• Kentucky Senator Bourbon won Gold ASCOT Awards for taste and a Double Platinum ASCOT Award for marketing and brand design: Read More!
• Kentucky Senator Bourbon recently won its first Double Gold medal from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its 2024 John Brown release. Read More!

NEW LOCATION

A MULTISENSORY EXPERIENCE AWAITS AT HEATHROW

The Macallan welcomes travellers to its new immersive boutique at London Heathrow Airport, Terminal 5. Explore our rich heritage through a multisensorial experience, learn about our home in Speyside and discover the essence of The Macallan. Visitors can enjoy a selection from The Macallan’s limited releases, along with a curated range of lifestyle accessories, subject to availability.

WE ARE NOW LOCATED AT:

Terminal 5, Unit 9 Departure Lounge, London 2GA

Operating hours: 5am – 10pm

DISCOVER THE BOUTIQUE

TRAVEL EXCLUSIVE SINGLE MALTS

Discover travel exclusive Collections, including the Colour Collection, Harmony Collection alongside a curated selection of rare expressions.

GIFTING AND TASTING

Find the perfect expression for any occasion, complete with thoughtful recommendations and bespoke gift wrapping. Enjoy a guided tasting with our Boutique Consultants — a sensorial journey through flavour, aroma, and craftsmanship.

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LAPHROAIG ELEMENTS L3.0

The third release in Laphroaig’s Elements series is richly smoky from the outset, with layers of charcoal, spice, and maritime brine on the nose, joined by hints of citrus, butterscotch and cinnamon. It is inspired by an accidental kiln fire that led to a hotter, longer peat burn. Distilled using that unusually smoky malt and matured in American oak ex-bourbon casks, it’s a bold and evocative take on Islay’s classic character.

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A Glengoyne Single Cask, Exclusive to Selfridges. Arriving Soon.

A Whisky Worth the Wait

For 14 years, Cask No. 1013 has been carefully maturing its whisky magic. Now, an extraordinary moment approaches. On 18th June, we proudly introduce a Glengoyne Single Cask, Exclusive to Selfridges.

This dram delivers notes of spiced stewed fruits, salted caramel chocolate, and toasted oak. It promises a rich, sensory experience unlike any other. Only 259 bottles exist, making this a rare treasure for true connoisseurs. Available from Selfridges online and across UK stores from 18th June.

Our Two to One whiskies are ultra small-batch bottlings created by our whisky team to take you on flavour journeys you won’t find anywhere else. In this month’s Outturn, we have three different sherry cask-matured delights ready for you to explore.

ALL TWO TO ONE BOTTLINGS

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

LOST LANTERN LAUNCHES SUMMER 2025 ESTATE DISTILLERY COLLECTION

Celebrating the Rise of Farm Distilleries in America

Vergennes, VT (June 3, 2025) — Lost Lantern, the award-winning independent bottler of American whiskey, is proud to announce its Summer 2025 Collection, celebrating the rise of estate distilleries, one of the most exciting trends in American whiskey today.

Estate distilleries—those that make whiskey using grain grown entirely on their own land—make spirits with a true sense of place, shaped by the climate, the land, and the people who steward it. While estate wineries have long been celebrated in the wine world, true estate distilleries were almost unheard of until recently. Out of more than 3,000 distilleries in the United States, only a small handful grow their own grain. Lost Lantern’s new collection fêtes four that do: Frey Ranch (NV), Corbin Cash (CA), and new partners Whiskey Acres (IL) and Far North Spirits (MN).

“Though they come from different corners of the country and vastly different climates, these distilleries share a common ethos: crafting whiskies that truly reflect the land, while also prioritizing its stewardship,” explains Lost Lantern Co-Founder Nora Ganley-Roper.

“It’s no surprise that all are four are founded and owned by multi-generational farming families who’ve worked their land for a century or more,” adds Co-Founder Adam Polonski. “Now they have found a new way to share the bounty of their land with whiskey lovers across the country.”

Rooted in that heritage and commitment to place, Lost Lantern’s Summer Collection also introduces two new estate blends, called Farmers’ Fields Bourbon and Farmers’ Fields Rye. These limited-edition blends are unique to the Collection and feature Lost Lantern’s signature navy label, denoting a multi-distillery blend, along with a color-coded strip over the closure: red for bourbon, green for rye.

The collection will be available starting Wednesday, June 25th via LostLanternWhiskey.com, Seelbachs.com, select retailers in CA, NY, MA, RI, and at the Lost Lantern Tasting Room in Vergennes, VT. All releases are non-chill-filtered, bottled at cask strength, and have no added color.

FARMERS’ FIELDS ESTATE BLENDS

Farmers’ Fields Bourbon

117.9 Proof | 428 bottles | $100

A blend of estate-grown straight bourbons from Far North (MN), Frey Ranch (NV), and Whiskey Acres (IL). Bold, rich, and earthy.

Farmers’ Fields Rye

117.4 Proof | 538 bottles | $100

A rich, spicy, fresh, and herbal whiskey made from a blend of estate-grown ryes from Corbin Cash (CA), Far North (MN), Frey Ranch (NV), and Whiskey Acres (IL).

SINGLE CASK RELEASES

Frey Ranch Estate-Grown Nevada Straight Bourbon

125.3 Proof | 200 bottles | 6 Years Old | $100

Frey Ranch Distillery in northern Nevada is a fifth-generation family farm turned estate distillery. This straight bourbon (67% corn, 12% malted barley, 11% rye, 10% wheat) showcases rich notes of cornbread, cinnamon, and oak, with a warm, earthy palate of cherry pie and vanilla ice cream. Available exclusively in New York, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island.

Whiskey Acres Estate-Grown Illinois Straight Bourbon

118.1 Proof | 176 bottles | 5 Years Old | $100

Whiskey Acres in DeKalb, IL is a fifth-generation family farm with a focus on unique grain varietals and modern farming. This straight bourbon (75% yellow dent corn, 15% wheat, 10% malted barley) is bright and balanced, with notes of honeyed cornbread, nutmeg, and roasted coffee. The palate is soft and rounded, with layers of oak, spice, vanilla, and caramel.

Frey Ranch Estate-Grown Nevada Straight Rye

118.5 Proof | 230 bottles | 6 Years Old | $100

Lost Lantern’s first Frey Ranch straight rye was made from 100% winter rye and aged in a 53-gallon barrel. It opens with bold aromas of mint chocolate brownies and warm oak, followed by a bright, fresh palate of mint chip ice cream, vanilla, and balanced oak spice. Deep, complex, and full of flavor.

Corbin Cash Estate-Grown California Straight Rye

133 Proof | 108 bottles | 7 Years Old | $130

Corbin Cash Distillery in California’s Central Valley began as a century-old sweet potato farm but always grew rye as a cover crop. This hot-climate straight rye, made from 100% Merced rye, is rich and intense, with baking spice, full oak, and notes of marzipan, golden raisin, and honey-drizzled almond cake. Perfectly balanced. Online exclusive.

Far North Estate-Grown Minnesota Straight Rye

111.5 Proof | 226 bottles | 4 Years Old | $100

Far North Spirits, the northernmost distillery in the contiguous U.S., grows rye and corn on a century-old family farm. Lost Lantern’s first MN single cask is a straight rye (65% Hazlet rye, 25% heirloom corn, 10% malted barley) with aromas of lemon bars, vanilla buttercream, and herbs. The palate is grain-forward and custardy, with layers of rye spice, pink peppercorn, and fresh grass—a classic cold-climate rye.

Frey Ranch Estate-Grown Nevada Straight Wheat Whiskey

121.3 Proof | 233 bottles | 6 Years Old | $100

Made from 100% soft white winter wheat, this has a warm, spicy, fruity nose, with notes of cherry blossoms and spring flowers. The soft, creamy palate has hints of strawberries and cream, rounded oak, and gentle spice. Like all the best straight wheat whiskies, this is subtle and complex yet with real heft.

ABOUT LOST LANTERN

Founded by Nora Ganley-Roper and Adam Polonski, Lost Lantern is an award-winning independent bottler of American whiskey based in Vergennes, Vermont. Named Independent Bottler of the Year at the 2023 Global Icons of Whisky Awards, Lost Lantern has also seen both founders honored as Drinks Innovators of the Year by SevenFifty Daily and named to Beverage Information Group’s 40 Under 40 for 2025.

Lost Lantern seeks out the most distinctive whiskies from across the U.S., releasing them as single casks and blends, always with a commitment to transparency. The company has now featured whiskies from more than three dozen distilleries in over 20 states.

For more information, to explore current and past releases, visit the tasting room, or sign up for the newsletter or Discovery Club, please visit LostLanternWhiskey.com. Follow along on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook: @lostlanternwhiskey.

Ardnamurchan “Single Barrel #75″ K&L Exclusive Cask Strength Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) $129.99 View

The spectacular Ardnamurchan distillery on the far western coast of Scotland is without a doubt one of the top new distillers in Scotland. Owned by Adelphi Distillers Ltd, the famous bottler of high quality single cask single malt, they’ve spared no expense at creating the most sustainable distillery, achieving 2024 ‘Global Sustainable Distillery of the Year’ in the Whisky Magazine’s Icon’s of Whisky awards. This single cask of cask strength single malt was filled into a fresh ex-Old Forester bourbon barrel with Ardnamurchan’s unpeated malt on February 24th, 2017 and bottled at full cask strength on March 19th, 2025, more than 8 years later despite the 7 year age statement. Distilled from Concerto malt sourced from Broomhall farm. The distillery records and makes public every detail of the process and your bottle includes a QR code linking you to that information. This is the very first Ardnamurchan single cask ever bottled for a retailer in the USA.

Ardnamurchan distillery is a Scotch whisky distillery on the Ardnamurchan peninsula of Lochaber in the Highlands, Scotland.The distillery is considered one of the remotest distilleries in Scotland and takes its name from the peninsula. The distillery was built and is owned by Adelphi, an independent bottling company. Plans for the distillery were submitted in 2011 and approved by the local council in April 2012. The construction began in 2013 and the distillery was completed in May 2014.

Ardnamurchan commenced production in 2014. The first official whisky of the distillery (meeting the 3-year statutory requirements) was released in 2017. In 2018, local children were given a charitable gift of Ardnamurchan whisky casks as an investment. As of 2020, the distillery had filled over 10,000 casks.

The distillery is powered by renewable energy to reduce the carbon footprint of the distillery. It is powered by both hydro-electric power and a large bio-mass boiler using timber from the nearby Ardnamurchan forest. The boiler provides heat to the distillery floor maltings. The distillery draws the water for its whisky production from springs above the distillery and uses the nearby Glenmore river as a source for cooling water.

The distillery produces two styles, peated and unpeated West Highland whiskies.

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