KILKERRAN 16

46% ABV

NOSE It begins with a herbal note of tobacco & tomato leaf, followed by fruity aromas of rhubarb, blackberries & orange.

PALATE Notes of chocolate mousse and Medjool dates are revealed on the palate alongside brown sugar and blackcurrants.

FINISH This ends with refreshing mint leaf, salted raisin & hazelnut dark chocolate and a touch of ash.

UK RRP £76

Baker Beam turned 90 this year and Baker’s Bourbon is celebrating with the return of one of its most sought-after expressions – Baker’s 13, a limited-edition 13-year single barrel bourbon bottled at 107 proof.

The special release arrives during a milestone year for the brand’s namesake, Baker Beam, the grandnephew of legendary distiller Jim Beam and the man whose unapologetically individual spirit continues to define Baker’s Bourbon in so many ways.

The re-release offers bourbon drinkers the opportunity to experience a particularly special expression of Baker’s signature approach to aging. At 13 years, the bourbon showcases how time and warehouse location can create distinction from barrel to barrel, with notes of fruit, vanilla and caramel on the nose; oak, toasted nuts, vanilla and fruit on the palate; and a robust, warmly rounded finish.

With Baker Beam reaching his 90th birthday this year, the timing feels especially fitting: 13 years in the barrel, 90 years of Baker Beam, and a bourbon built around the idea that individuality is worth celebrating.

Baker’s 13 is currently available for a suggested retail price of $149.99.

The Macallan Double Cask Collection celebrates the perfect balance of sherry seasoned American and European oak casks crafted in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain.  Discover the Double Cask Collection and explore a range of exceptional single malts, each crafted to reveal its own character. The Double Cask Collection is available from The Macallan Online Boutique and at The Macallan Estate Boutique.

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Tenkyo Distillery to Release
“KAZE 921 FIRST EDITION 2026”
on the Founder’s Birthday

BANDAI, JAPAN – Tenkyo Distillery, located in Bandai, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan,is pleased to announce the release of KAZE 921 FIRST EDITION 2026, a limited-edition blended whisky, on Monday, 21 September 2026, a public holiday in Japan.

KAZE 921 will be released each year on 21 September, the birthday of Tenkyo Distillery’s founder, Shunsuke Koike. Even before Tenkyo Distillery was completed, Shunsuke had begun exploring the possibilities of maturation in the Aizu region of Japan.

He sourced new make spirit from three distilleries in Scotland and filled a total of 189 casks, using 58 different cask types. It was an exploration of how spirit, cask, climate and time could shape a whisky unique to this place.

Later, a small quantity was taken from each cask and incorporated into the KAZE Solera System. Among them, several casks that displayed particularly exceptional character were quietly set aside.

This year’s 921 is centred around two richly matured Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, one American oak and one European oak, selected from among these special casks and carefully married with the KAZE Solera System nurtured in Aizu.

Only 921 bottles have been produced. It is a blend that will never be repeated.

This release is also accompanied by the traditional craftsmanship passed down through generations in Aizu.

The label is made using Izugahara washi, a traditional craft of Aizu. Barley straw from Aizu-grown barley is incorporated into the paper, with each label individually finished using traditional letterpress printing. The top of each cork stopper is individually hand finished using an Aizu lacquerware technique known as ishime-nuri. The bottle is presented in a specially made luxury presentation box.

The release is limited to only 921 bottles and will go on sale from 21 September 2026 through the Tenkyo online shop and the Yukkura direct-sales shop at Tenkyo Distillery.

Product name: KAZE 921 FIRST EDITION 2026
Category: Blended Whisky
Volume: 700ml
Price: ¥25,000 excluding tax / ¥27,500 including tax
Alcohol by volume: 61.7%
Presentation: Natural colour, natural strength, non-chill filtered
Ingredients: Malt, grain
Distillation & Production: Distilled in Scotland, matured, blended and bottled in Aizu, Japan.
Country of origin of ingredients: United Kingdom (malt whisky, grain whisky)

TASTING NOTES

Colour: Amber
Nose: Maple syrup, spiced nuts and dark cherries wrapped in chocolate. Refreshing lemon peel and shiso nuances reminiscent of pepper bring balance.
Palate: Rich and full-bodied yet juicy. Candied dried fruits and maple-coated spiced nuts are followed by warming Sichuan pepper and citrus peel.
Finish: A long, lingering finish. Sweet maple syrup and peppery spice are layered with subtle cooling notes of mint and menthol.

About Tenkyo Distillery:

Tenkyo Distillery is a malt whisky distillery in Aizu, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan, founded by the late Shunsuke Koike (1993–2022). Located at the western foothills of Mount Bandai and blessed with pure Ryugasawa spring water, the distillery began full-scale whisky production in 2024.

www.tenkyo.jp

About KAZE:

Before Tenkyo Distillery was completed, founder Shunsuke Koike began exploring the possibilities of whisky maturation in Aizu, sourcing new make spirit from Scotland and filling 189 casks across 58 different cask types. KAZE is a blended whisky, distilled in Scotland, matured, blended and bottled in Aizu, Japan. This pioneering work became the foundation of KAZE and reflects Shunsuke’s vision of building a bridge between Scotland and Japan through whisky.

At the heart of KAZE is the KAZE Solera System, which brings together the casks Shunsuke matured in Aizu, ensuring that every bottle of KAZE will contain whisky originally laid down by Shunsuke. KAZE Founder’s Reserve Legacy, the brand’s core expression, was first released in July 2025 and is drawn from this evolving Solera System. KAZE 921 sits alongside Founder’s Reserve Legacy as an annual limited release, created each year to mark Shunsuke’s birthday on 21 September.

Introducing The Loch Fyne Collection

Nestled on Scotland’s dramatic west coast, where mountains meet sea lochs and centuries of whisky tradition run deep, Loch Fyne Whiskies has long celebrated the spirit of discovery.

In 1993, whisky enthusiast Richard Joynson opened a small shop on the edge of Inveraray, driven by a simple idea: to share exceptional whiskies with people who loved discovering something new. There were no grand ambitions – just a passion for great whisky, genuine conversation and the belief that every bottle should have a story worth telling.

More than three decades later, that philosophy lives on in The Loch Fyne Collection.

Today, we’re proud to unveil the new The Loch Fyne Collection – a thoughtfully curated range that brings together exceptional age statements, exclusive single casks and remarkable everyday drams, each selected to showcase the diversity and character of Scotch whisky.

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The Loch Fyne Collection is an invitation to explore the breadth and character of Scotch whisky, through bottles chosen for their individuality, provenance and exceptional quality. Every expression has earned its place in the collection, reflecting the same philosophy that inspired the original Inveraray shop. Discover your next favourite dram, whether for sharing, gifting or savouring on a special occasion. Every bottle has been chosen not simply for what it is, but for the story it tells.

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SPRINGBANK 21

46% ABV

NOSE Honeydew melon, blueberries, stewed plums, orange rind and dunnage earth notes kick off this dram.

PALATE Into the palate, there are notes of smoked figs, dark fruits, brown sugar, blackberries, leather and a hint of smoke. The mouth-feel is rich, viscous and creamy.

FINISH A long-lasting finish of salted caramel, toffee and the continuation of the subtle peat smoke.

UK RRP £273

Benromach 12 Year Old, Sherry Cask Matured

£46.99

This 12 Year Old Benromach was matured exclusively in first-fill Sherry casks, creating a rich and fruit-forward expression with a touch of smoke. The whisky delivers notes of rich fruitcake, vibrant raspberry and orange, complemented by cracked pepper and a subtle smoky character. Rich fruitcake with vibrant raspberry and orange notes, with cracked pepper and a touch of smoke.

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The Green Welly Stop
Tyndrumwhisky, Tyndrum
Crianlarich, Perthshire FK20 8RY
United Kingdom

Glen Scotia unveils penultimate expression in Icons of Campbeltown series

Multi-award winning Campbeltown distillery, Glen Scotia, has revealed the fourth expression in its Icons of Campbeltown series, a five-part annual collection inspired by folklore tales of Scotland’s smallest whisky making region.

Glen Scotia Icons of Campbeltown Release No.4 is a limited-edition 12-year-old, unpeated single malt that pays homage to the Griffin, a legendary creature said to have been a guardian of Campbeltown’s harbour, whisky and bold character.

Campbeltown, once known as the whisky capital of the world in the Victorian era, is a town with mythical history carved into its streets. The Icons of Campbeltown series is inspired by the carvings of saints and beasts on Campbeltown’s 14th century market cross, which is shrouded in myth and lore.

Among the markings is a depiction of the Griffin – a half eagle, half lion. As the legend goes, the Griffin was a creature of strength, vigilance and protection which kept watch high above the harbour, guarding what Campbeltown valued most, its whisky.

Icons of Campbeltown Release No.4 was finished in the finest Vin Santo wine casks, bringing a rich honeyed sweetness layered with notes of dried apricot and sultana. Toasted almond and hazelnut add depth and warmth, while a gentle hint of cinnamon spice lingers on the palate. Underneath it all, Glen Scotia’s unmistakable coastal character soars through with the same quiet confidence the series has traced through each release so far.

Ashley Smith, master blender at Glen Scotia, said: “Our small town has so many exceptional stories to tell, and The Icons of Campbeltown series brings this incredible folklore to life.

“The Griffin stood watch over Campbeltown for hundreds of years, and that’s exactly how I think of our distillery team, as the guardians of Glen Scotia’s whisky. Every cask that leaves here has been shaped by people protecting a character that has come to be loved all over the world, through skill built up over generations.

“For this release, I wanted a cask that would truly complement that character, so we finished the whisky in Vin Santo casks. They’ve brought a honeyed sweetness and dried fruit, with toasted almond and warming cinnamon on the finish, with our distinctive coastal salt character anchoring it all.”

To mark the launch, Glen Scotia is offering the chance to win a trip to Campbeltown when purchasing Icons of Campbeltown Release No. 4 through its website*. During this once in a lifetime experience, the winner will meet the team, the guardians of Glen Scotia, explore the distillery, taste the whisky in the place that shaped it, and discover the people, craftsmanship and community spirit behind the town’s big Campbeltown character where it was born.

Icons of Campbeltown Release No.4 is bottled at batch strength, 53.8% ABV, non-chill filtered and natural in colour. It retails at £80 and is available now from Glen Scotia’s website and specialist retailers in the UK and globally.

Glen Scotia has continued to work with artist Joel Holtzman on the series’ artwork. Holtzman’s previous work includes projects for Disney, Marvel and Lucasfilm.

For more information on Icons of Campbeltown Release No.4 and the Meet the Guardians of Glen Scotia competition, visit www.glenscotia.com.

*Terms and conditions apply

Tasting notes:

Nose: Rich caramel, dried apricots in syrup, candied red apple.

Taste: Layers of baking spices – nutmeg and cinnamon, toasted hazelnut, dried apple skin, dark cocoa nib.

Finish: Orange bitters, zesty citrus peels, carmelised oak sugars, crème brûlée.

About Glen Scotia

Glen Scotia has been crafting single malt whisky in Campbeltown since 1832. The town is the smallest of Scotland’s five whisky-producing regions with a big reputation for once being the Victorian whisky capital of the world when it was home to over 30 distilleries.

Today, Glen Scotia is one of only three surviving distilleries in the coastal town, which has seen a resurgence in recent years. Producing peated and non-peated whiskies, the distillery still maintains much of its original design, including the stillroom and the dunnage warehouse dating from the 1830s. The distillery’s small team is on a mission to put Campbeltown back on the map for its distinctive character, found not only in its fruity, maritime and oily-textured single malts, but also in its traditional whisky-making methods using small stills to create big Campbeltown flavours.

Recognition of Glen Scotia’s style and craftsmanship continues to be acknowledged globally.

• In 2023, a single cask bottling, distilled in 2009 and aged for 13 years in a first-fill bourbon barrel, won Best Single Cask Single Malt at the World Whiskies Awards.
• Later that year, Glen Scotia 25 Year Old earned a Platinum award at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, given only to entries that have won Double Gold for three consecutive years.
• In 2024, Glen Scotia 25 Year Old and Glen Scotia Victoriana both won Platinum at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
• In 2025, Glen Scotia Double Cask Rum Finish was named the best Campbeltown no-age-statement whisky, Glen Scotia 15 Year Old and Glen Scotia 25 Year Old won Platinum at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, and Glen Scotia Victoriana took gold at the same event.
• That same year, Glen Scotia 15 Year Old also won gold at the International World Spirits Competition.
• In 2026, the brand’s hero expression Glen Scotia 12 Year Old won Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and Gold at the International Spirits Challenge.
• Also in 2026, the limited-edition Glen Scotia Campbeltown Malts Festival Release 2026 was named Taste Master in its category at the Spirits Business Scotch Whisky Masters.
• Glen Scotia 25 Year Old also added a further Platinum at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2026, its eighth consecutive year of recognition at the event.