Our June Outturn is now live and with it, a selection of casks ready for your whisky adventures. Looking for some recommendations? Here are a few hip flask drams from our European Managing Director, Matt Bailey. Tell us what you’re drinking this month using #MyWhiskyAdventures 

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Glen Scotia 50 Year Old

Glen Scotia proudly unveils its first ever 50 Year Old single malt whisky, a rare and historic release marking the debut of the Elements of Campbeltown collection. Distilled in 1973 and matured exclusively in refill American oak, this exceptional spirit is limited to just 100 bottles. Bottled at 42.3% abv, in a stunning Glencairn crystal decanter, the whisky delivers a layered aroma of almonds, vanilla fudge, and sea salt, complemented by a rich palate of creamy spice and coconut.

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An historic powerhouse of whisky-making, Campbeltown has its own festival celebrating the craft of creating the perfect dram, and we’re here to tell you all about it – the Campbeltown Malts Festival 2025. We promised you recommendations of our favourite drams from each of the festival Scotch regions and we are here to deliver! Our wonderful Fort William team have chosen Campbeltown and Glen Scotia Victoriana as their top pick this festival season.

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Cask Collection No.76

In today’s whisky landscape, the spotlight often falls on the extremes—intensely peated malts, heavily sherried drams, and bold, unconventional cask finishes. While these styles offer vivid and memorable experiences, they can at times overshadow the quieter artistry of balance and subtlety in whisky-making.

Scotch whisky’s true strength lies in its diversity, and while there is much to celebrate in the breadth of flavour available, there is a risk that more restrained, harmoniously composed profiles are overlooked in favour of the loudest voices in the room.

In an industry constantly striving to define, categorise, and guide, the most remarkable whiskies often resist such neat classification. They weave together elements from across the flavour spectrum—cereal and fruit, earth and oak—with coherence and grace.

A.D. Rattray’s 76th Cask Collection brings together five such casks: complex, expressive whiskies that reveal their depth through balance rather than dominance. As our second release of the year, this summer-leaning selection has been curated to offer an elegant, nuanced tasting experience—where structure, character, and subtle evolution in the glass take centre stage.

In a world drawn to intensity, Cask Collection 76 invites a moment of reflection—to appreciate the quiet beauty of well-judged maturation and the complexity that emerges when bold and delicate flavours are held in equilibrium.

Ahascragh Distillery Releases Clan Colla 9-Year-Old as Part of its Acclaimed Family Bond Collection

Ahascragh, County Galway, Ireland — Ahascragh Distillery is proud to announce the launch of Clan Colla 9-Year-Old, the newest expression in its acclaimed Clan Colla Family Bond collection.

This unique release marks an exciting milestone as the first Bordeaux wine cask-finished whiskey in the series — an innovative blend that promises to attract Irish whiskey lovers both in Ireland and around the world.

Clan Colla 9-Year-Old is a blend of fine malt and grain whiskeys. It is first matured in traditional ex-Bourbon barrels before being carefully finished in Bordeaux red wine casks, the first from the distillery’s Family Bond series to have this finish. This dual maturation creates an exquisite balance of bold spice and rich, fruity depth.

“We are incredibly proud of Clan Colla 9,” says Gareth McAllister, founder and CEO at Ahascragh Distillery. “This Irish whiskey showcases our continued commitment to quality and innovation, with the Bordeaux cask finish introducing a whole new layer of complexity and elegance.”

Tasting Profile

• Nose: Sweet toffee and brown sugar with a subtle hint of fruitiness
• Taste: A peppery spiciness that softens into creamy, fruity flavours from the Bordeaux wine finish
• Finish: A distinct woodiness with gentle vanilla notes

Bottled at 46% ABV and presented in a 70cl format, Clan Colla 9 is non-chill filtered to preserve its full-bodied flavour and mouthfeel. With its intricate character and smooth, oaky warmth, this release is a standout addition to any collection and a testament to Irish whiskey craftsmanship.

Clan Colla 9-Year-Old joins the rest of the Family Bond series, which features Clan Colla 7, Clan Colla 11, Clan Colla 13, Clan Colla 19, and Clan Colla 20.

It is now available through select retailers, specialist whiskey outlets, and online at ahascraghdistillery.com

For more information, interviews, or press samples, please contact: info@ahascraghdistillery.com

About Ahascragh Distillery & the Clan Colla Family Bond Series Founded in 2018 by Gareth and Michelle McAllister, Ahascragh Distillery is a family-run operation based in the heart of County Galway, producing world-class whiskeys and gin.

The Clan Colla Family Bond series represents the start of their whiskey journey. It’s a collection of hand-selected, premium Irish whiskeys that although not distilled by Ahascragh Distillery, are partly matured, finished, and blended by the distillery and bottled in the whiskey’s home in the West of Ireland.

The name “Clan Colla” draws from ancient Irish lore and is a reference to the legendary three Collas of Oriel: Colla Uais, Colla Fo Chrí, and Colla Menn. These warrior brothers ruled much of Ireland in the 4th century, with Colla Uais ascending as Ard Rí, the High King of Ireland. The McAllister family can trace its ancestry to this ancient and noble line, a connection that both inspired the founding of the distillery and continues to shape its vision today.

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– OLD PERTH AMONTILLADO –

It’s a celebration of Amontillado sherry, which brings a completely different dimension to our sherry-matured style — more nutty and dry, packed with character and a touch of spice.

We’ve used a bespoke blend of Speyside single malts and matured them in first-fill European oak Amontillado casks. The expression also includes a component from our unique Solera system, which adds further complexity.

After nearly three years of additional maturation in our Aberargie warehouse and a final marrying period in Amontillado casks, the result is something really special: Notes of hazelnuts, almonds, dried apricot, and even a touch of amaretti biscuit. It’s dry, elegant, and unlike anything we’ve released before.

Here’s What You Need to Know:
Release June 2025
RRP: £58.00
Markets: UK, EU & select global locations
ABV: 52.8%
Unchillfiltered & natural colour
Casks Used: 9 hogsheads & 6 butts

The Loch Fyne Fynest Springbank 22 Year Old

A stunning addition to the Loch Fyne Fynest Range, this superb expression has been aged for 22 years, and is bottled at 44.3% abv. The liquid hails from much sought-after Campbeltown distillery, Springbank, and was bottled exclusively for Loch Fyne.

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Sazerac’s Hawk’s Rock Distillery Releases its Inaugural Whiskey:

Garavogue 20-Year-Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Blended by Master Blender Helen Mulholland, the first whiskey brand released by Hawk’s Rock Distillery celebrates innovation, exploration and local heritage

County Sligo, Ireland (June 4, 2025) – The Sazerac Company, one of the world’s largest distilled spirits companies, is thrilled to celebrate the release of its inaugural Irish whiskey from Hawk’s Rock Distillery: Garavogue 20 Year Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey. Crafted by Master Blender Helen Mulholland, the first female Master Blender in Irish Whiskey history, this new-to-world whiskey brand embodies Sazerac’s dedication to world class distillation, aging and blending.

Named after the river that flows past the Distillery through Sligo town into the Atlantic Ocean, Garavogue Whiskey is a bridge between past and present, honoring the rich traditions of Irish whiskey while embracing innovation and discovery. Every small-batch release under the Garavogue name will be limited and experimental in nature, exploring different ages, maturation techniques and possibly even different types of Irish whiskey.

For its inaugural and limited release expression, Garavogue 20-Year-Old Single Malt Irish Whiskey offers a rare take on traditional Irish Whiskey with both unexpected and familiar flavors due to its unique maturation involving multiple types of casks. Double-distilled and initially aged for a minimum of 14 years in ex-bourbon American oak casks, the whiskey was then transferred into a variety of unique finishing casks including French Muscat, French Sauternes, Spanish Pedro Ximénez Sherry and Barbadian Rum casks for further maturation. The result is a 94-proof whiskey with aromas of vanilla, warm peach, and spun sugar from the Sauternes cask influence, while floral and raisin notes from the Muscat and Sherry casks emerge on the nose.  On the palate, vanilla and citrus sweetness complement buttery ripe apples, while fresh fruit flavors from the rum cask create a prominent sweet finish.

“The current trend is for whiskey to have a rich sherry finish, but Garavogue is purposefully different,” says Master Blender Helen Mulholland. “We believe that complexity and subtlety can work hand in hand. It is unusual for a whiskey to be blended with this number and variety of casks, but just as the river ebbs and flows, the flavors create a wonderful blend as they weave together in this 20-year-old single malt.”

Release #1 is housed in a distinctive reversed crescent shapeeflecting the Garavogue River’s influence including subtle wave patterns that mirror the motion of water. The label also features imagery and coordinates for the Hazelwood House Windmill – an enduring landmark on the grounds of Hawk’s Rock – in tribute to the historical figures who lived and worked along Garavogue’s banks.

“We hope that Garavogue Whiskey invites Irish Whiskey fans to linger, explore and uncover the hidden stories of Sligo,” remarks Jess Scheerhorn, Vice President at Sazerac. “The Garavogue River shaped this beautiful landscape for millenniums, and Garavogue Irish Whiskey aims to shape new experiences, connections and traditions – one sip at a time.”

Garavogue Whiskey will begin rolling out in limited quantities as of June 2025 at a suggested retail price of $199 (700ML) through Sazerac’s distributor networks across the United States, Ireland, United Kingdom and Duty-Free. A limited supply will also be available for purchase directly via Legacy de Forge, a new Sazerac branded global platform powered by Blockbar for purchasing some of the world’s most coveted bottles. Please visit LegacydeForge.com for more information.

Garavogue Whiskey is the first release from Sazerac’s recently rebranded Hawk’s Rock Distillery, which is named after a prominent outcrop in the Ox Mountains known for inspiring Nobel Prize winning poet William Butler (W.B.) Yeats, who called Sligo his “spiritual home.” In April 2025, Hawk’s Rock owner, Sazerac Company, announced the renaming of Hawk’s Rock Distillery from Lough Gill Distillery, referring to the name change as a reflection of the company vision for the future – blending curiosity, innovation and respect for Sligo’s heritage.

For more information, please visit https://www.hawksrockdistillery.com/.

About Sazerac

With over 400 years of history, Sazerac is one of the world’s largest distilled spirits companies. Now in the fourth generation of the current family ownership, Sazerac strives each day to bring the finest spirits to consumers and communities around the world. Over 500 of the world’s most extraordinary brands are part of the Sazerac portfolio, including Buffalo Trace Bourbon, Eagle Rare, Weller, The Last Drop Distillers, Fireball Cinnamon Whisky, Southern Comfort, Wheatley Vodka, Meyers’s Rum, White X Cognac, Sazerac de Forge Cognac, Paddy’s Irish Whiskey, and many more. Sazerac is also the steward of many fine distilleries internationally, including Buffalo Trace Distillery in Kentucky, United States; Domaine Sazerac de Segonzac in Cognac, France; Paul John Distillery in Goa, India; and Hawk’s Rock Distillery in County Sligo, Ireland. Additional impressive locations can be found in New Orleans, Montréal, London, Cork and Sydney, to name a few. To learn more visit www.sazerac.com.

Exclusive Elijah Craig Single Barrel Bourbon Genesis Bottling Available Starting June 13

GEORGETOWN, KY (Jun 11, 2025) – Georgetown, Kentucky, proudly launches Bourbon Genesis, a new campaign inviting bourbon enthusiasts and history lovers to discover the birthplace of America’s native spirit. This initiative places Georgetown at the heart of Kentucky’s bourbon journey, honoring its legacy as the site where Reverend Elijah Craig first distilled bourbon in 1789.

At the center of this story is Royal Spring Park, nestled in historic downtown Georgetown. Here, Elijah Craig, a fiery Baptist preacher turned pioneering distiller, used the limestone-rich spring water to create a whiskey unlike any other. That same year, Craig became the first to age whiskey in new charred oak barrels, a process that defines bourbon to this day, imparting its signature amber hue and flavors of caramel, vanilla, and spice.

“Bourbon Genesis is more than a campaign, it’s a pilgrimage to where bourbon began,” said Lori Saunders, executive director of the Georgetown/Scott County Tourism Commission.

Georgetown continues to reflect Craig’s spirit of innovation and hospitality, offering visitors a vibrant blend of food, drink, and culture in its walkable downtown.

To kick off the campaign, a group of bourbon influencers visited Georgetown, starting with a private meeting at Local Feed with Chef Justin Thompson, before touring the Heaven Hill Bourbon Experience to select a special barrel of Elijah Craig Bourbon, which was bottled as Bourbon Genesis Single Barrel.

This exclusive Bourbon Genesis bottle, a private barrel pick from Heaven Hill, will debut at the Founders’ Sip event hosted by Maime’s Fine Wine & Gifts in Georgetown on Friday, June 13, 2025, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. Following the release, bottles will be available for purchase at Maime’s. Jeremy Atwood, a Kentucky native and Lead Bourbon Educator at Heaven Hill, will be leading the Founders Sip event. A former non-profit leader, Jeremy holds degrees in History and Theology and now shares his deep love of bourbon and storytelling with guests from around the world. Taste, Select, Repeat members will receive the bottle in their summer subscription.

The Bourbon Genesis barrel was handpicked by a panel of esteemed bourbon voices: Orlando “OJ” Lima, Jack Beguedou, Victor Sizemore, Tom Wilmes, Seth Thompson, Jess Ann Zimlich, Jeremy Chapline, Justin Thompson, and Chad Cole. Notably, Beguedou was named Top Spirits Influencer by the American Distilling Institute in 2024.

Attendees will be among the first to experience the Founders’ Sip and can purchase one bottle of Bourbon Genesis during the event. Suggested retail pricing is $115 per 750 mL and it is 123 proof.  Tickets will be distributed first-come, first-served at the door.

For more information, visit www.bourbongenesis.com

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