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Glen Keith 28 Year Old at The Loch Fyne – Scotch Whisky News

Glen Keith 28 Year Old

This 28-year-old Glen Keith single malt is a true reflection of time’s transformative power. Distilled before the distillery closed in 1999, it matured for over ten years in first-fill American oak casks, only to be re-released in 2013. With a 43% ABV, this Speyside whisky reveals a depth of flavor and complexity that only time could achieve. A remarkable example of craftsmanship and endurance, it stands as a prized addition for both collectors and whisky lovers. The 70cl bottle encapsulates the legacy of Glen Keith—a perfect balance of patience, resilience, and quality.

£620.00

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Our Hamish has had a sip and jotted down his thoughts.

Nose: Aromas of ripe peach and apricot, complemented by hints of cinnamon and gently toasted oak.

Palate: A fruity blend of sweet orange, creamy vanilla fudge, and freshly baked gingerbread.

Finish: Smooth and enduring, with a touch of spice and lingering sweetness.

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Hombo Shuzo Mars Shinshu Komagatake “Limited Edition 2022” Unchillfiltered Single Malt ~ Japanese Whisky News

Hombo Shuzo Mars Shinshu Komagatake “Limited Edition 2022” Unchillfiltered Single Malt Japanese Whisky

(700ml)

$99.99

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The Komagatake 2022 release marks the transition from the limited releases seen under the Komagatake label to an annual edition that reflects the core single malt house style for Mars Shinshu; an exciting benchmark for ongoing releases. This 2022 Edition of Komagatake Single Malt from Mars Shinshu in Nagano, Japan was distilled from 100% malted barley in copper pot stills. The blend of barley is both unpeated and peated to 3.5 parts per million. Aged in ex-bourbon, Sherry, and Port casks, the 2022 is non-chill filtered and bottled at 50% ABV. 9516 bottles were released in the US.

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Introducing The Seasons: Winter – The Whisky Exchange News

THE SEASONS: WINTER

When we began searching for the perfect winter whiskies to add to our Seasons collection of own-label whiskies, we knew we needed robust single malts that could cut through the cold. The three casks we chose capture the feel and flavours of a cosy winter’s evening. Check them out below.

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ORKNEY 2013
10 Year Old

This densely sherried single malt comes to us from the Orkney islands, bringing with it vivid notes of chestnut, cocoa, cedar and hints of demerara rum. It’s a great whisky for a winter’s night by the fire.

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LAPHROAIG 2015
8 Year Old

An excellent example of Laphroaig’s distinctive spirit and sherry casks working in perfect harmony, this has a savoury edge that brings to mind smoked bacon and nori seaweed, alongside sweeter notes of cherry drops and marzipan.

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BLAIR ATHOL 2007
16 Year Old

This Blair Athol has spent 16 years in a single oloroso sherry butt, wrapping it up in layers of dark chocolate, walnuts, dried mushrooms, cinnamon and nutmeg. It’s rich in texture and seriously complex.

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Scotch Malt Whisky Society of Canada January 2025 Outturn – Scotch Whisky News

BOTTLING LIST

Whether you’re a new member or a seasoned Society drammer, our philosophy remains the same: we’re all about whisky with a taste for adventure. How your adventure looks is up to you, but with the first Outturn of the year now live, there’s no better time to get involved.

DUNNAGE NOUGAT

SMALL BATCH SINGLE MALT

CASKS:  Refill hogsheads and 1st fill barriques

AGE:  9 years

THE EMPEROR’S NEW CLOVES

CASK NO. 73.164

CASK:  2nd fill ex-bourbon barrel

AGE:  12 years

SUPPER SIPPER

CASK NO. 88.32

CASK:  1st fill HTMC hogshead

AGE:  15 years

RHUBARB AND FIG CRUMBLE

CASK NO. Distillery 55 Rare Release

CASKS:  Refill & new oak bourbon & HTMC chinkapin barrels

AGE:  8 years

SCOTLAND-SPAIN-UNITED STATES

CASK NO. 41.172

CASK:  1st fill oloroso hogshead

AGE:  13 years

A SMOULDERING BLACKBERRY BUSH

CASK NO. 4.373

CASK:  1st fill ex-bourbon barrel

AGE:  11 years

SMUGGLERS’ BACON

CASK NO. Distillery 10 Rare Release

CASKS:  Refill & 2nd fill bourbon & PX hogsheads

AGE:  10 years

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Cameronbridge 12 Year Old “Signatory” K&L Exclusive #268269 First Fill Bourbon Cask Strength Non Chillfiltered Lowland Single Grain ~ Scotch Whisky News

 

Cameronbridge 12 Year Old “Signatory” K&L Exclusive #268269 First Fill Bourbon Cask Strength Non Chillfiltered Lowland Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml ) $39.99 View

David Othenin-Girard | K&L Buyer |Review Date: 11/2024

I’m absolutely in love with this little pistol of a whisky. Distilled on the 4th of May 2012 and filled into a fresh first fill bourbon barrel, I honestly don’t remember if or when I’ve ever tried a single grain this age in a first fill barrel. And I’m sad. I’m sad cause I love this style, and I realize that we might not get to play with fun funky little grains like this in the future, at least not at this incredible price. It’s just CRAZY how affordable this is. And it’s true that for many drinkers who pick this up not realizing what they’re getting into, they might get a bit smacked around. Clocking in at a cool 125.8 proof, it’s simply to tense and wild to jump in without some knowledge of what it is. But, if you can take a step back and appreciate how lucky we are to have access to this interesting and unusual whiskies at less than $40, you’ll see why I love it so much. I think single grains need to have water added a bit more slowly than malt, so take your time with that too. Here it is.

The color is an unbelievably pretty – deep gold (0.8). The heady abv is obvious off the bat but does not get in the way of the lovely, sweet cereal and toasted vanilla character. On the nose, hints of Walker’s Short Bread, muesli, cake frosting and cacao. On the palate, it’s somewhat juicy with subtle sweet and spicy grains, bold oak, and twang of cinnamon on the end. Adding water truly opens this one up in a huge way but do it slowly. Now the cacao is dark chocolate, and the stone fruits are coming up on the nose much more. Still beautiful, sweet, and spicy grains, but much more expressive now with a sense of wilderness – fields of grass on the edge of a damp wood. Hints of hay and geranium follow. On the palate the lack of heat adds sweetness, and the spicy finish is no more. Instead, it’s a bucket of cereals sweetened with honey syrup. It’s not bourbon, it’s not malt – it’s not as powerful or intense as either, but a lovely whisky, nonetheless.

Now I’m using every Diageo malt I must try to recreate Johnnie Black with it. So much fun to blend at home.

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Finn Thomson Invergordon 1974 50 Year Old Cask #12 at Tyndrum Whisky – Scotch Whisky News

Finn Thomson Invergordon 1974 50 Year Old Cask #12

Bursting with notes of ripe peaches, nectarines, and delicate vanilla cream, it offers a velvety mouthfeel complemented by subtle hints of almond, coconut, and a whisper of oak. This rare release not only celebrates the art of grain whisky but also redefines its potential, proving that, when given time, grain whisky can rival even the most revered malts in depth and complexity.

£380.00

This rare single grain whisky from Invergordon, Scotland’s northernmost grain distillery, is a masterpiece shaped by time and tradition. Known for producing whiskies with a uniquely smooth and creamy profile, this 50-year-old expression exemplifies the transformative power of extended maturation.

Typically destined for blends at a younger age, grain whisky develops astonishing complexity when left to mature. Left undisturbed in a single cask for half a century, the whisky has evolved into an extraordinary spirit, showcasing a stunning array of flavours.

Bursting with notes of ripe peaches, nectarines, and delicate vanilla cream, it offers a velvety mouthfeel complemented by subtle hints of almond, coconut, and a whisper of oak. This rare release not only celebrates the art of grain whisky but also redefines its potential, proving that, when given time, grain whisky can rival even the most revered malts in depth and complexity.

TyndrumWhisky.com
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Tyndrumwhisky, Tyndrum
Crianlarich, Perthshire FK20 8RY
United Kingdom

Glen Moray Warehouse 1 Peated Rioja Cask at Inverurie Whisky Shop – Scotch Whisky News

Glen Moray Warehouse 1 Peated Rioja Cask

£106.60 

Soft and gently smoked, their single malt is crafted from a lightly peated spirit aged in bourbon casks, then finished in Rioja red wine casks.

Cask Type: Rioja Wine

Distilled: 05.03.2012 Bottled: 22.08.2023

Cask Strength | Natural Colour | Non-Chill Filtered | Peated

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Subtle peat smoke entwines around aromas of toffee, fairground candy floss and orchard fruits.

Palate: Gentle bonfire hints lead on to soft suggestions of plums and cherries, followed by tannins, a subtle acidity and spice.

Finish: Long and lingering, as smoke floats over tobacco and more sweet stone fruits.

58.8% ABV

Blanton’s Gold and Straight From The Barrel Single Barrels at K&L California – Kentucky Straight Bourbon News

Blanton’s Gold Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon (700ml)(European Import) $195.00 View

The rare Blanton’s Gold has become beloved by connoisseurs and collectors world wide. The ultimate single barrel bourbon and founder of the category, Blanton’s has become one of the most asked for and hardest to obtain bourbons on the market today. We’ve found some limited stocks of European-bound product that would otherwise have not been available. The famous “Gold” Blanton’s is so named for its unique golden horse and golden writing. Bottled at a perfect 103 proof, the Blanton’s Gold ups the complexity considerably from the standard release without the heat that the Straight From the Barrel offers. This is the perfect whiskey to offer nearly any bourbon lover if you’re looking for a special bottle that they’ve never had. It’s a true Kentucky benchmark and should be considered one of the truly great whiskies on the market today.

Blanton’s Straight From The Barrel Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon (700ml)(European Import) $195.00 View

While we’re committed to offering rare bourbon at standard mark up, we’re also not blind to the fact that the market is on fire for these special products. While our competitors charge north of $150 for the standard expression of Blanton’s, we’re still only asking $55. That’s while it can feel so hard to get some of these rare bourbons at K&L. So when the opportunity came up to purchase these re-imported stocks, I insisted that we do so in a fair an equitable way. Of course we could charge $400 a bottle for this special bourbon and likely still sell most of it, but it just goes against my ethos of what a great wine and spirits store should be for their customers. So while these stocks are above standard price for this US version of this product, they’re being offered at our standard mark up, well below market price. It’s a small price to pay for access to these special stocks, especially when considering what the market seems to be comfortable charging for the standard release. In any case, this is dang good bourbon and never disappoints. Like all Blanton’s it’s aged in the famous warehouse H and is the high rye mashbill. This bottle is drawn from barrel No. 397, which was dumped on February 7th of 2022 and bottled at 63.05%. Your bottle will almost certainly be different, so please be aware of the unique character of each barrel. The nose is absolutely explosive with rich aromas of caramel sauce, orange peel, Tahitian vanilla, cherry compote and vibrant woody spice. The palate starts extremely sweet and creamy before the rye and barrel spice begin to wallop the mid-palate. The intense spice and old school woody character balances the heavy woody sugars perfectly and while exhibiting plenty of the Kentucky Hug that bourbon lovers enjoy, it doesn’t feel burn-y or ethanol like at all. The long chewy palate gives way to a rich oxidative finish full of nutty sweet chocolate and dried red fruits. A few drops of water add more fruit and tame the spice a bit, but I like this best right out of the bottle. There’s no question that the price of entry on this one is high, but if you’re prepared to spend this kind of dough on any other modern bourbon this should be a contender for top dog!

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Phone: (877) KL-WINES (Toll Free 877.559.4637)
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New Release: Laphroaig – Strong Characters – Volume 1: Donald Johnston – Hard To Find Whisky News

LAPHROAIG

STRONG CHARACTERS – VOLUME 1:
DONALD JOHNSTON

33 Year Old · 70cl · 43.8% ABV

This is the first chapter in a new series of whiskies, all about celebrating those who have shaped Laphroaig. Beginning with the pioneering Donald Johnston, who with his brother, created the iconic Laphroaig whisky we all know today.

Donald’s life is shown through the artwork of illustrator Bill Bragg. An award-winning artist whose work can be found across the bottle, box and booklet. Celebrating an uncompromised commitment to producing Whisky, this 33 Year Old single malt marks Donald’s story.

TASTING NOTES:

NOSE

Creamy fudge with honey and a touch of sea salt.

TASTE

Starting with stewed fruit and smooth vanilla créme brûlée.

FINISH

The iconic Laphroaig smoky finish sets the scene for savoury aromas of cured meat.

£939.95

INTRODUCING THE NEW HIGHLAND PARK COLLECTION – The Whisky Exchange News

INTRODUCING THE NEW
HIGHLAND PARK COLLECTION

Highland Park has always been a distillery with its own character, shaped by the rugged, windswept and beautiful surrounds of the islands of Orkney and with a distinctive heather honey character that lovers of the brand adore.

Now, the brand’s much-loved collection of single malts are reinvented in a new bottle design, evolving the identity of the Orkney distillery across its 12, 15 and 18 Year Old single malts. You can expect the same characterful, lightly peated spirit, in a new decanter-style bottle that subtly integrates nods to Orkney and the island’s colourful Viking history.

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