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The W Club Tasting Experiences

Digital Drams: Ailsa Bay 1.2 Deconstruction
09/06/2022

Deconstruct this Whisky Shop favourite with us. Explore five drams — including four unique single cask components — with Brand Ambassador Calum Fraser. A one of a kind event, not to be missed.

£20.00 W Club
£25.00 Non W Club
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Digital Drams: Highland Park & Laphroaig: Peated and Cask Strength
20/06/2022

An exciting peated and cask strength tasting, with Highland Park and Laphroaig, presented by Whisky Specialist David Miles. Ideal for hardcore whisky lovers (like yourself, reader) but also as a gift.

£25.00 W Club
£30.00 Non W Club
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Brand New Partner Offers

From today, we have teamed up with Whisky Me to ensure W Club members save 20% on an annual subscription. You can avail of this offer via the W Club members hub, once logged into an active W Club account.

Whisky me is a whisky subscription service, where there’s no gatekeeping, no tweed jackets or old school ties; – just amazing whiskies heading straight to your door.

Over the coming weeks we’ll be launching exclusive deals with The Lakes Distillery and Johnnie Walker in addition to the above. If you don’t want to miss out…then sign up here → 

New W Club Exclusive Kyrö Single Cask

It’s available in-store already, and is coming online shortly. The W Club delighted to have this rye whisky single cask release from the Finnish Distillery Kyrö. An extremely limited rerelease, once the bottle launches online it’ll be accompanied by a very cool tasting opportunity. Watch this space!

Limited Release Ballots

We have some more extremely limited liquids coming your way this month. Keep an eye on your W Club emails to ensure your name is in the hat so you can ensure you have a chance to purchase some of the world’s most sought-after spirits!

 We already have ballots planned for the next month, so if you’re into your sought-after spirits and are not in the W Club…then sign up here → 

PRIORITY NOTICE

W Club members will continue to get priority access to the most sought after bottles of Whisky in the world. And June will be no different, with the release of more sought-after. limited edition whiskies. To ensure you’re first in-line to get your hands on these releases… Join now!

Single Cask Committee

May saw the re-launch of our W Club Cask Committee, and our first committee of the year has been formed. The results will be in shortly. Don’t miss your chance to join the next one!

Amidst all our mainland adventures, our island team were busy with some very exciting Whisky activity – as last week saw us releasing our very first casks for sale to an intrepid group of Nunton Whisky Founders.

Having planned this activity for many months, it’s fair to say that we were overcome with joy when all of the available casks sold out in only 90 seconds. It’s pretty hard for us to put into words what this means to us. Practically it means we can now begin our whisky journey, but more than that it’s the start of our long held dream to bring Whisky distillation to North Uist, South Uist & Benbecula.

A huge thanks to each and every one of you who has been in touch. This is just the beginning. The Nunton Steadings bell will soon ring again.

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Heaven Hill to break ground, announce name of
$135 million Bardstown distillery

BARDSTOWN, Kentucky (June 3, 2022) – The bourbon industry will mark a special homecoming Monday as Heaven Hill is slated to break ground on its new $135 million distillery in Bardstown.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear will join Heaven Hill President Max Shapira and Master Distiller Conor O’Driscoll to commemorate the start of construction and reveal the new distillery’s name.

The new, state-of-the-art distillery is being built in the heart of the Bourbon Capital of the world at 1015 Old Bloomfield Pike, off KY 245, and the distillery is expected to be operational by the end of 2024. The new distillery adds 38 jobs to the company’s 381 people already working in Bardstown at Heaven Hill’s Loretto Road bottling, aging and tourism facility.

Monday, June 6
11:00 a.m. ET

Site of new Heaven Hill distillery
1015 Old Bloomfield Pike
Bardstown, KY 40004

Highland Park 1989 32 Year Old Connoisseurs Choice

Aromas of orange oil and nutmeg linger, moving to toffee apple and a surprising but welcoming hint of menthol. 

This Highland Park single malt is part of the Connoisseurs Choice Series. This expression spent 32 years slumbering in a refill sherry butt before 347 bottles were filled at 51.9% abv.

On the nose, there is orange oil, golden syrup, and nutmeg. The palate has sweet caramel coated apple complemented by a surprising but welcome menthol hint before leading into the spicy medium finish.

£779.00
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May has come and gone and we were so happy to once again be able to hold The Bear Burning, which was a great success everyone seemed to have had a marvellous time, and it was brilliant to host such a big event here again.

Those of you who live nearby, or who have visited recently may have noticed that those lovely copper works of art seen through the distillery windows are hot again? We are extremely happy to be distilling once more. It’s also a joy to be welcoming so many visitors to the brand home. The Visitors’ Book tells a fabulous story – on some days there are visitors from nine or so different countries, all raving about what a wonderful experience they have had.

Stay safe and stay well, from our corner of Fife

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Drew & Helen McKenzie Smith
Custodians of Lindores Abbey Distillery

DISTILLERY NEWS

We in operations find ourselves moving at a blistering pace. Whether that be in distillation or bottling, it’s currently all systems go –  all the time. Why is this? Because the brand is being so well received; and as our distributors, importers, social media, pilgrims, supporters and good old “word of mouth” works its magic, more and more people want to try our whisky.

That can only be taken positively so today I am going to start with thanking the operations team for maintaining this pace.

The US market will be opening up very soon and that will keep us even busier as we try to keep up with that demand.

From the distillery and the warehouse, it’s pretty much business as usual. Maintaining that Lindores Character in the SRWV ( Spirits Receiving Warehouse Vessel ) ready for cask filling is all important, and that recipe that will not get changed. Yes, there may be a little refinement, but the key ingredients will remain the same: local malt, local water, yeast and that secret ingredient, people!

We have lots of casks coming in and out of the warehouse including some that are bringing back memories. Can you believe it, we are already starting to bottle 4yo whisky. When and where did that happen? We have also done some private cask bottling which has been hugely enjoyable, and a great experience for all involved.

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Gary Haggart
Distillery Manager

RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

For the past few weeks I have been working on the sensory analysis of the different casks that are in the process of maturation. I evaluate their organoleptic characteristics, checking how the spirit is developing different flavours and aromas. I enjoy discovering that every single cask has its own profile.

Recently I have been sampling some Bourbon, Sherry and STR casks, all of them around 4 years old and I can confirm that Lindores Spirit is behaving well inside our different casks, influenced by the DNA in our New Make Spirit: mellow fruity, apples and ripe pears with soft elegant aromatic floral notes.

The Bourbon releases beautiful vanilla, butterscotch, custard cream and on the palate, a silky texture with a rounded finish. The Oloroso Sherry cask from Jose y Miguel Martin Cooperage is outstanding with mellow fruity raisins, marmalade tastes and rich chocolate notes. The STR casks are releasing fruity black cherry jam and spicy woody notes.

All these casks maintain the Lindores character. Most of these casks are well balanced and complex and could perhaps be classified as a ‘special occasion dram’. As you know our Lindores MCDXCIV is a blend of these three different type of casks, the Bourbon, Sherry and the STR Wine Barrique, producing an interesting, unique profile.

The heart of Lindores MCDXCIV comes from Bourbon casks with mellow vanilla and caramel notes; the influence of STR Wine barriques and Sherry Casks add expression to the final formula. The STR casks provide balance with a powerful combination of spicy woody notes and a subtle red wine touch that combines beautifully with the rich dried fruits and nuttiness of the Sherry casks.

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Lorena Baez
Product Development

FATHERS DAY 2022

Want to get an amazing gift for Father’s Day but aren’t really sure where to start? Then why not let us take away some of the hassle with our easy to follow Father’s Day gifts guide on our website that should hopefully provide some inspiration, and will make a change from the usual socks!

FATHERS DAY GIFTS

For the Scotch Lover:  Bowmore Single Malt Scotch Whisky    

Bowmore is a pioneering house and the oldest licensed distillery on Islay; they have been refining their craft for over 240 years, and they still do to this day. ‘The Art of Time’® is central to the way they make their whisky. They invest more time than necessary at every stage of their process. They have their own proprietary malt barns, hand-turning the barley. They allow for perfectly timed fermentation periods. And they take their time to hand-select casks, nosing every single one before it is filled with their new make. This care and attention to detail is what creates the complex balance of not just Smoke, but also rich fruit and sea salt which is so characteristic of their timeless house style. This is the reason why Bowmore ages like no other, the reason why it is the world’s most collectible Islay malt today. 

The Bowmore portfolio of core products available in the U.S. includes: Bowmore 12 Years Old (40% ABV; SRP: $70), Bowmore 15 Years Old (43% ABV; SRP: $100) and Bowmore 18 Years Old (43% ABV; SRP: $160). 

For the Dad Who Loves a Good Collab:  Bowmore® Masters’ Selection 

Imagined and defined by two Masters, Bowmore Master Whisky Blender Ron Welsh and Aston Martin Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer Marek Reichman, Bowmore Masters’ Selection bridges two distinct worlds in a powerful, yet inspiring way. At its heart is a mutual trust and respect for one other’s worlds and a passion to discover and learn from each other. Each Master imparts their own creativity and character, but also makes an indelible mark, like leaving their own unique fingerprint, on every single creation. This whisky also marks the first time Bowmore has adopted the “Golden Ratio” principle to create a new whisky.

51.8% ABV; SRP: $400 

For the Collector:  2022 Limited Edition Yamazaki Tsukuriwake Selection 

With the launch of the 2022 Yamazaki® Limited Edition Tsukuriwake Selection, the House of Suntory unveils a fundamental piece of its unrivaled craftsmanship and introduces the foundational pillars of Yamazaki Single Malt Whisky – Puncheon, Peated Malt, Spanish Oak and Mizunara. The collection honors Tsukuriwake, which means “artisanship through a diversity of making” and is embraced by the Founding House of Japanese Whisky.

For the Zen Dad:  Hibiki Japanese Harmony 

Hibiki® Japanese Harmony™ encapsulates the harmony that exists between Japanese nature and people. Inspired by the riches and subtleties of Japan’s 24 seasons of the traditional Japanese lunar calendar and mastered by Suntory’s Art of Blending, Hibiki Japanese Harmony is a meticulous blend of the finest select whiskies from the House of Suntory Whisky’s Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita distilleries. This delicate blend creates a oneness unfolding a full orchestra of flavors and aromas.

43% ABV; SRP: $80 

For the “High Ball-er”:  Suntory Whisky Toki 

Respectful of heritage, and inspired by reinvention, Suntory Whisky Toki™ expresses both what is authentic and what is next. Suntory Whisky Toki is a blend of carefully selected whiskies from the House of Suntory’s globally acclaimed Hakushu Distillery, Yamazaki Distillery and Chita Distillery. Traditionally crafted according to Suntory’s Art of Blending philosophy, the expression features the quintessential characteristics of a Suntory blend: exquisite balance, harmony and oneness.

43% ABV; SRP: $35

Lady of the Glen was named the Icon of Whisky Independent Bottler of the year at the 2022 Whisky Magazine Icons of Whisky awards held at the Honourable Artillery Company (HAC) City Road, London.

Returning to London as an in-person event, the global awards ceremony saw the announcement of the World Whiskies Awards and the Icons of Whisky global winners.

Following the team winning the Icons of Whisky Independent Bottler of the year Scotland category we were submitted into the International category which took place in London. The winner was selected by blind tasting review of stock and an application so were over the moon to win based on our spirit quality.

Paul, Gavin, Alex and I would like to thank all of our customers over the years for buying our bottles and supporting our business. We would especially like to thank Scotland’s distillers and the cooperages around the world that create the capacity for us to create our spirit!

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THIS FATHER’S DAY

With a barrage of pings, ringing, and buzzing from our phones and an obsession with checking them, we are excited to give you a sneak peak at an exciting new launch that’s coming soon. As Scotland’s slowest distilled single malt, we have always had a unique relationship with time. “The Offline Edition” allows you to harness that same appreciation of time, allowing for unhurried and uninterrupted drams with your nearest and dearest.

DISCOVER OUR TIME-HONOURED TRADITIONS

CASK STRENGTH, BATCH 009

If you’ve had the pleasure of enjoying a dram of one of our other award-winning Cask Strength batches, you’re in for a treat with our latest Batch 009.

Matured in one-third first-fill Oloroso sherry, two-thirds refill casks and a handful of bourbon barrels. Bottled at 59.6%, Batch 009 delivers notes of rich sticky toffee pudding, fresh fruits, poached pears, plum, cinnamon spice and a definite hit of zesty apple. Priced at £74.99, Cask Strength, Batch 009 is available at glengoyne.com (currently only UK shipping), the Distillery Shop, and specialist retailers in globally select markets.

Nikka Coffey Still Japanese Grain Whisky (750ml) $74.99 View

Nikka “Taketsuru” White Label Pure Malt Japanese Whisky (750ml) $79.99 View

Nikka Coffey Still Japanese Malt Whisky (750ml) $84.99 View

Nikka “Miyagikyo” Japanese Single Malt Whisky (750ml) $89.99 View

Nikka Miyagikyo “Peated” Japanese Single Malt Whisky (750ml) $300.00 View

Nikka Yoichi “Unpeated” Japanese Single Malt Whisky (750ml) $300.00 View

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Malt of the Moment!

Littered with awards including a recent Gold medal at International Wine and Spirits Competition 2022, this delightful Benromach has been matured for 15 years in first fill bourbon and sherry casks. A sophisticated, well balanced and defined whisky that offers superb value for money.

As our current Malt of the Moment, we’re delighted to offer this exceptional single malt along with 2 Benromach branded tasting glasses for the fantastic price of £57.99! *

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*whilst stocks last

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