The Norfolk Parched is back!  It is unique having been made from torrified and flaked cereals. The resulting whisky is delicious. We are very excited to announce that ‘The Norfolk Parched’ has acheived 96.5 points out of 100 in Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2020. “It is a superstar whisky that gives us all a reason to live”

Only 2041 bottles released.

£49.00
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25th Anniversary Special Edition Twenty One Year Old

Sullivans Cove Distillery is celebrating 25 years, marking the anniversary with this very special limited-edition whisky. At an incredible 21 years of age, this whisky will be both the oldest Sullivans Cove has ever released and, as far as we know, the oldest official distillery release of Australian single malt whisky in modern history.

Between 1994 and 1999, the founders of Sullivans Cove produced a total of 162 casks of whisky. All of these casks were thought to be lost to time; bottled and sold years ago in one form or another. But last year, a phone call from out of the blue led us to a warehouse in Hobart, where we discovered four casks of Sullivans Cove’s earliest single malt. We were overjoyed at the discovery of such an incredible part of our own story – four casks of liquid history to share with the world. We were even happier when we tasted the whisky and discovered its incredible richness, texture and depth of character.

Sullivans Cove 25th Anniversary Special Edition is that whisky, aged for over 21 years in 200-litre American Oak ex-bourbon casks. Considering the incredibly advanced age and resulting low volume of these casks, the small amount of remaining whisky in each was married together to create this special release, yielding a total of 502 bottles at 49.6% abv.

This incredibly rare whisky comes with a hand numbered and signed certificate of authenticity and is presented in a crystal decanter by Glencairn. The label design reflects the packaging of Sullivans Cove’s first release of Tasmanian single malt from the late 1990s.

Click the link below to see full tasting notes and to purchase this incredible piece of Australian whisky history.

PLEASE NOTE: This release is strictly limited to one bottle per customer, and is not to be resold. Any attempts to purchase multiple bottles will be cancelled. 

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2007 Unnamed Speyside (Macallan) 12 Year Old “Signatory Unchillfiltered Collection” 2nd Fill Single Sherry Butt Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml) ($109.99)

As you might have noticed the market for Macallan has gone absolutely bonkers. We can’t get old Macallan on the shelf for under $2000 and young Macallan is completely unavailable. In fact, over the years we’ve only bottled one other young Macallan and it was likewise not named. But this is the first and only sherried Macallan we’ve ever had the honor to put our mark on. I have no clue why the distillery is divesting stocks, especially those aged in ex-sherry (even refill). We hear grumblings that the distillery needs cashflow for the extremely expensive new distillery that they’ve built. Seems unlikely. Perhaps there are cracks in the crown, but there’s no question the worldwide clamoring for the great malts from this Speyside master continues. And of course, the distillery name cannot be used on the labels, but when we saw this beautiful second fill sherry butt in the Signatory warehouse, they didn’t need to say a word. We knew immediately where it came from. Further confirmed after one tiny whiff from the barrel. Now this is a big boy. High proof, powerful malt, that does need some water to coax out of its shell. One of the most astounding and obvious examples of this special distillery’s supremacy. The sherry is there, but the malt stands tall. Unctuous, inviting, complex and unabashed. Truly one of the world’s great spirits, on full display like we’ve never been able to offer before.

David Othenin-Girard | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: September 26, 2019

To get an idea of how absolutely unusual it is for us to find a cask of Macallan in sherry to sell as an exclusive: this is literally the first time in a decade of selecting single casks that we’ve ever offered Macallan aged in sherry. Our teaspooned cask of William Hepburn three years ago was of course aged in ex-bourbon hoggies, as were the very expensive and older ones we’ve occasionally acquired as a thank-you from our best suppliers. Usually if it’s available it’s so outrageously priced we can’t even conceive of a world where our customers would consider paying a premium at, or above, the ridiculous premium the distillery already charges. So we were extremely excited to taste this gorgeous butt when our guide brought us into the warehouse. This will most closely resemble the highly sought-after Classic Cut offering that’s now popular in terms of its style, but of course we’ve got an older, single cask, and higher proof. The nose initially is punchy and full of dark malt, fudge, praline, hints of flint, and stone fruit. With air, more of the sherry character comes out, with a little bit of nutty oloroso aromatic framing the bold malt nicely. On the palate, sweet biscuits; very textured and rich, almost chocolatey finish. But this whisky at full strength is simply hidden, packed with quality, but slightly monotone. Now add water, not just a drop, but enough to see a little bit of cloudiness develop as the oils coalesce. Now we’re truly in rarefied air. The nose is now this absolutely pristine expression of exotic fruits: kiwi, passion fruit, jujubes, quince, candied lemon peel, and nougat. On the palate, the dark malt is gone and replaced with candied nuts, creamy custard, hints of lemon oil and anise. It somehow gains weight and texture with water. So if you’re one of those people that refuses to water down your whisky for whatever reason, than you should skip this. If you love to add water and experience a whisky in its many chimeric forms, then you’ll fall in love just like I did.

Andrew Whiteley | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: September 24, 2019

One of the many advantages of selecting casks in Scotland instead of from shipped samples is that you sometimes get a behind the scenes peak at things. This unnamed Speyside had the remnants of the distillery’s paperwork left stuck on the side of the cask. The scrap of paper just read “llan.” More than enough supporting evidence for the rich, unctuous nose – especially when paired with classic sherry notes. Big, rich, and oily, this baby truly sings with the addition of a little water. Take it a notch back from the 63.4% cask strength ABV and release gobs of burnt orange peel, candied stone fruit, and the underlying malt base for the drinking experience you always wish you could have with the standard Macallan 12.

Jackson Lee | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: October 12, 2019

If you havent already grabbed a bottle of this, nows the time. Clocking in at over 120 proof, this bad boy packs a big punch, but not in the overly fumy, jet fuel kind of way. It’s big and expressive on the nose, and I was able to pick up warm and inviting notes of dried fig, chocolate chip cookie dough, black plums, sweet tobacco, and the tiniest bit of cherry brine (pickled cherries are awesome). This is the type of Scotch I want to drink sitting next to a fire in a ski chalet after a day of shredding some gnar pow-pow. The palate was hot and silky (prior to adding water) and offered flavors of brandied cherries, toffee, and mild roasted coffee. The addition of water mellows out some of the heat but leaves all the texture and starts to lead more into chocolate and fruit flavors while the finish remains nice and long with oak spice, plum jam, and chocolate covered cherries. Definitely a bottle Ill be picking up for myself and something that would make a great gift with the holidays right around the corner.

Introducing Macallan Rare Cask Batch No.2 (2019)

Don’t miss out, secure your bottle of the fantastic Macallan Rare Cask Batch No.2 (2019) today!

70cl 43% abv

£230.00

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Alberta Premium Introduces Two Limited Edition Ultra-Premium Marques

Alberta Premium Launches Cask Strength & 20 Years Old Expressions Just In Time for the Holidays

TORONTO – Alberta Premium is pleased to announce the release of its first-ever Cask Strength Rye and 20 Years Old Rye marques. The two new expressions will be available for a limited time, nationwide, and hitting shelves in time for the holiday season.

Boasting 100% Canadian prairie rye mash bills and Rocky Mountain water, Cask Strength and 20 Years Old will be joining Alberta Premium’s award-winning portfolio; the brand’s hero marque, Alberta Premium Rye, was awarded 95.5 points by Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2019 for its consistency and high-quality value.

Alberta Premium Cask Strength – Aged in charred oak casks and completely undiluted, Alberta Premium’s craft approach to its Cask Strength expression is highlighted in its exceptionally smooth taste. Uncut and drawn straight from the barrel, Alberta Premium’s first Cask Strength marque features notes of caramel, vanilla and a hint of chocolate, balanced with black current and spice.

Alberta Premium 20 Years Old – Ultra-smooth with a lingering finish, Alberta Premium’s first 20 Years Old is elegance in a bottle. Exuding notes of caramel and toffee, this remarkable rye whisky is blended and aged to perfection.

“Bringing two ultra-premium limited edition expressions to the Alberta Premium portfolio demonstrates the whisky-making skill and depth coming out of Canada. Cask Strength speaks to Alberta Premium’s honed expertise in barrelling, with an industry-leading understanding of how individual barrels can influence a spirit’s profile. Alberta Premium 20 Years Old is a sophisticated whisky, superbly blended and incredibly smooth. We anticipate Alberta Premium fans and whisky aficionados alike will appreciate the quality we are bringing to the shelves this winter at exceptional price points,” said Deepti Gurkar, Senior Brand Manager, Beam Suntory Canada.

Hitting shelves in October, Alberta Premium Cask Strength will be available in 750mL bottles (65.1% abv) at a suggested retail price of $64.95, with Alberta Premium 20 Years Old being available 750mL bottles (42% abv) for a suggested retail price of $89.95. Prices will vary by market.

About Alberta Distillers Ltd. Calgary-based Alberta Distillers Ltd. is one of the few remaining 100 per cent Canadian rye whisky producers in North America. They have produced quality whisky for over 50 years. The Alberta Premium brand has a strong focus on heritage and western rural values, and has won numerous prestigious awards for its excellent quality.

About Beam Suntory Inc.
As a world leader in premium spirits, Beam Suntory inspires human connections. Consumers from all corners of the globe call for the company’s brands, including the iconic Jim Beam and Maker’s Mark bourbon brands, Suntory whisky Kakubin, and Courvoisier cognac, as well as world renowned premium brands including Knob Creek and Basil Hayden’s bourbon, Yamazaki, Hakushu and Hibiki Japanese whiskies, Teacher’s, Laphroaig, and Bowmore Scotch whiskies, Canadian Club whisky, Hornitos and Sauza tequila, EFFEN and Pinnacle vodka, Sipsmith and Roku gin, and Midori liqueur.

A Category-Defining Heavily Peated Islay Single Malt
2014 Bunnahabhain Staoisha Heavily Peated 4 Year Old “Signatory Unchillfiltered Collection” Dechar/Rechar Cask Strength Islay Single Malt 
“Only four years old and absolutely cranking! The heavy peated Stoaisha is always good, but here we’re in a different league than the others we’ve sold.” — David Othenin-Girard, K&L SoCal Spirits Buyer

Staoisha, the trade name for Bunnahabhain heavily peated bottlings, has developed a significant following over the years. These expressions skillfully combine the delicious malt of Bunnahabhain, the signature saltiness of Islay, and unabashedly bold peaty notes. When we happened upon a 4-year-old version in Signatory’s warehouse, we were more than a little curious how it would show. The answer: brilliantly! Don’t be fooled by its modest age, as this single malt is hugely complex, offering a dazzling array of flavors more commonly found in drams twice its age. Easily among the most compelling Staoishas we’ve tasted, this is a must-have for any fan of heavily peated malts. Employing a dechar and rechar process, by which a barrel is given new life, this single malt serves up tantalizing elements of smoke and wood spice. For all its power, this 4 Year Old is quite elegant and refined, delivering the best of both worlds. If you’ve enjoyed previous Staoisha releases, then you absolutely have to give this stunner a spin.

2014 Bunnahabhain Staoisha Heavily Peated 4 Year Old “Signatory Unchillfiltered Collection” Dechar/Rechar Cask Strength Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml) ($69.99)

The Bunnahabhain distillery is located at the far northern edge of the island of Islay and was built in 1881. There it has quietly made a famously non-peated Islay malt capturing many malt lovers’ hearts. The distillery began experimenting with heavily peated malt in the 1990s and has continued to produce limited quantities under various names since then. We’ve fallen absolutely in love with the style and we’re excited to see this special cask in the Signatory warehouse. We typically avoid malt this young, but the Staoisha we got from Milroy in an almost completely inactive refill hoggie was delicious, so we figured we’d have to give this refurbished cask a spin. Thank the lord of the Isles we did. The dechar/rechar process is just as it sounds. The inside of an old barrel is scrapped to reveal a fresh layer of oak, then a fire is ignited to re-carmelize the wood sugars and seal the cask once again. The result is a much more active cask, but without the harsh tannins we usually associate with virgin oak. Astonishing on first nosing. The whisky could easily be 8+ years older. Straight out of the bottle, expect a big bold peaty malt with roasty bbq, dense smoke and a core of dark spicy malt. With water, this precocious youngster displays a finesse and elegance reserved for much older Islays. Classic Bunnah saltiness is there but framed by an impressive array of flavors. Those who pass on account of the age are only punishing themselves with their closed mindedness.

David Othenin-Girard | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: September 26, 2019

Only four years old and absolutely cranking! The heavy peated Stoaisha is always good, but here we’re in a different league than the others we’ve sold. The addition of the very active oak turns this from a linear malt with just peat and salt into something much more complex. The nose is bold smoke, but with complex wood smoke, sweet vanilla syrup, tiny whiffs of iodine, orange sherbet melting on a diesel engine. The palate, while I was worried that it would be dominated by oak, is the purest peat smoke, sweet roasted almonds, herbs of all kinds, saffron, salted lemon peel, and a slight lanolin quality. With water it’s a bit more ozone; lemon peel comes forward and tons of herbs. More nuts and vanilla on the palate, but very fresh. It might be “modern,” but it doesn’t seem composed or adulterated like so many young malts from the big boys.

Will Blakely | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: September 26, 2019

This bottling definitely speaks directly to the die-hard peat fanatics out there. Fans of last year’s John Milroy 3 y.o. Staoisha should be pleased with this successor, because honestly, it is worth the increase in price. The former bottle relied almost exclusively on barbecue smoke and a healthy dose of oak, but ultimately felt understandably underdeveloped. This fills out all the flavor you were missing–salty, mossy and rich with marvelous charred oak and a lick of spice. Tobacco and aromas like a dry-rub for pork keep this feeling fresh and different on every sip. The dark, chocolatey malt makes for a perfect backdrop on which to hang all these intricate, nuanced flavors that work so well with the deeply entrenched smoke. With a bottle like this, the impending shortage of double-digit age-stated single malts does not seem so scary.

Neal Fischer | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: September 24, 2019

Alright, Staoisha, you got my number. I know it might not be for everyone (just the fact that it’s heavily peated implies as much), but I’m all about this Scotch! Smoldering fire embers, toasted cedar planks, iodine, and a scent of just-overcooked bacon. Then more nuance develops as lighter elements emerge: grilled peaches, buttery kettle corn, and (surprisingly) wild flowers linger on the nose and manage to shine through all that smoke. The palate has a nice balance of smoked sweet and savory elements, including well-toasted baking spices, but even fresh flavors such as Granny Smith apple. This one will wallop you, but you’ll love it for it all the same.

Andrew Whiteley | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: September 24, 2019

Oops. I made the mistake of popping this bottle in a communal staff space and it took over the room much to the chagrin of the few peat haters. It’s robustly peaty, loaded with wet earth, cold smoke, iodine, salted caramel, candied cereal, and green apples. It’s a titanic whisky. This will challenge all of your perceptions regarding the importance of age and is not for the faint of heart.

THE ENGLISH WHISKY CHRISTMAS BAUBLE 

The English Whisky Co. proudly presents a Christmas bauble filled with The English Original.  Aged to perfection in specially selected bourbon casks, this unpeated single malt whisky is a great easy-drinking classic single malt, the perfect decoration for the tree and Christmas present.Limited Stocks Available.

£19.99 200ml 43% vol

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Bimber announces release of Re-charred Oak Casks Batch 001 

Batch 001 of Bimber’s Re-charred Oak Casks will be available for pre-order directly from the distillery from the 23^rd October

The bottling will be issued for general release via online retailers from the 8^th November 2019

The small batch release of 5,000 bottles was full matured in American oak casks hand charred by Bimber’s coopers

London’s Bimber today announced the release of the distillery’s second single malt whisky – Re-charred Oak Casks. The small batch produced expression has been crafted from a vatting of heavily charred American oak casks laid down in 2016 – Bimber’s first year of production.

The initial (001) batch is bottled at 51.9% ABV, limited to 5,000 individually numbered bottles and will be available in selected markets at an RRP of £65.

The expression was crafted to Bimber’s exacting standards. The spirit was produced from the distillery’s single farm barley and malted on a dedicated floor at Warminster Maltings before being fermented for seven days in bespoke, on-site constructed American Oak washbacks. Distillation took place in Bimber’s customised stills, which possess an increased copper surface area, resulting in a light and fruity, but layered new make spirit.

The selection of American Oak casks were hand charred by Bimber’s on-site coopers to level #4 char – also known as ‘Alligator char’. The deep charring process caramelised the wood sugars, adds a layer of filtering carbon to the surface of the barrel and influences the whisky by imparting distinctively sweet, rich smooth and fruity flavours into the maturing spirit.

The release of Bimber Re-charred Oak Casks follows the launch of the distillery’s inaugural release ‘The First’ which sold out in less than three hours in September 2019.

Speaking of the release, Founder and Master Distiller Darius Plazewski said: “Over the past few weeks, it has been a great privilege to see people enjoying our inaugural release, and hearing such positive comments about its remarkable early maturity. We’re now excited to unveil our next chapter with the release of our Re-charred Oak Casks expression. With a larger number of bottles available for this batch produced release, I’m excited to be able to share our single malt whisky with a growing number of people as they join us on the continuing journey of Bimber.”

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Bimber ‘Re-charred oak casks’

A vatting of heavily charred American oak casks.

Nose: Orchard fruits and spit-roasted pineapple chunks are sweetened with honey, nougat and cookie dough. Oak smoke and wood char float across the nose, whilst cinnamon and pepper spicing offers an enlivening intensity.

Taste: Red apples and ripe pears sit alongside banana bread and pineapple juice. Caramel, butterscotch sauce and split vanilla pods combine with layered pepper and ginger spicing and a characterful note of charred oak.

Finish: Enduring wood smoke supports beautifully fading fruits and perfectly balanced oaky dryness.

5,000 bottles

70cl

51.9% ABV

RRP £65

Release date: 23^rd October pre-order at www.bimberdistillery.co.uk with general release via leading retailers from the 8^th November

About Bimber

Bimber Distillery produces world-class single malt whisky, handcrafted with passion in West London. As a leading distiller of English whisky, we combine generations of rich distilling heritage, with the finest quality ingredients to create the ultimate craft whisky experience.

The seeds of Bimber were sown three generations ago in communist-era Poland, where our founder and master distiller’s grandfather, distilled his own spirits, known as moonshine. This craft was carefully perfected and passed through the generations to Darius who learnt the art of distillation from a very young age.

This rich distilling heritage has shaped and influenced our approach to spirit making. We are proud of our past and pay tribute to it with our name Bimber, which means moonshine in Polish. ​

The founders of Bimber, Darius and Ewelina, emigrated from Poland to London in 2003 and created a successful business in West London. However, Darius’s passion for whisky and distilling were always at the forefront of his mind, and when the opportunity arose to establish a whisky distillery in 2015, he knew he had to go for it. Our first casks were laid on the 26th May 2016, and we have been patiently waiting until now to release them.

GlenDronach Cask Strength #8

GlenDronach 10 Year Old Cask Strength

Batch #8 has matured for 10 years in Pedro Ximénez puncheons, quarter casks and Oloroso sherry butts. Bottled at natural strength, 61%. Glendronach 10 Year Old Cask Strength Batch 8 Highland single malt Scotch whisky. Full strength matured in Pedro Ximénez puncheons, quarter casks and Oloroso sherry butts bottled 2019. MAXIMUM 2 BOTTLES PER CUSTOMER.

Glendronach Malt Whisky Distillery was established north east of Huntley in the Highland whiskey region by James Allardice in 1826. The malting floors at Glendronach Distillery closed in 1996 and it was the last distillery in Scotland to heat its stills directly with flames from a coal-fired furnace, until it had to comply with new regulations in 2005. Glendronach Distillery is resplendent with a traditional cask iron mash tun, wooden washbacks, four stills. Famous for its well-aged and top quality sherried single malt, for example Glendronach 21 Year Old Parliament, and single cask releases. The distillery is now owned by Brown Forman of America.

Shop – GlenDronach Cask Strength #8 – £63.70

BenRiach Tyndrum Gold Batch 3 – AVAILABLE NOW

Our third release of Tyndrum Gold, and a first for us – we have the Distillery name on the label.
Distilled back in 2010
One of only 150 bottles.
Every order that includes a bottle of this will receive a free Glencairn Glass from TyndrumWhisky.com

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TyndrumWhisky.com
The Green Welly Stop
Tyndrum
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