If you’re ever looking for a new bottle, our Top 10s are a great place to start. Carefully curated every month to showcase an collection of our favourite whiskies, there’s always a mixture of new bottlings and old classics.

For March, our Top 10 Whiskies has been shaped to show off some of our favourite Irish drams to mark St. Patrick’s Day. Irish whiskey is often differentiated from other styles by its fruity flavours and easy-drinking characteristics – a perfect middle-ground between the sweet-caramel and spicy flavours of bourbon, and fruity, malty Scotch whiskies.

Whether you’re looking to branch out from your go-to drams or you’re already an established Irish whiskey afficionado, come and treat yourself to something special from this month’s Top 10 Whiskies.

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The first of many updates about our available and incoming Single Casks expressions. The mission of ImpEx Beverages has always been to seek fantastic drams that deliver excellent taste and amaze the drinker from distilleries whose stories and philosophies provide an overall delightful experience. This experience is often best exemplified by a Single Cask offering, which captures both the art of that distillery, and the potential that the people behind it can accomplish. The overall goal is to deliver a dram that creates a symphony comprised of the best nature can offer from the passion these amazing people possess.

READY FOR DRAMMING

While these are sold out of our warehouse, you may still find them on the shelves of selected retailers near you.  Feel free to email the office for more information on your local area.

Kilchoman ImpEx Cask Evolution
8 yo Calvados Cask Finished

This 8 year old Single Cask was matured in a Buffalo Trace Bourbon barrel for 8 years before being finished in a Calvados cask for 8 months prior to bottling.

56.6% abv    50PPM    Less than 250 bottles

NOSE – Fresh citrus sweetness, tropical fruit, and light peat smoke.

PALATE – Green apples, fresh vanilla, cinammon sweetness, and floral smoke.

FINISH – Waves of crisp citrus and rich, earthy peat smoke.

Penderyn 15yo ex-Bourbon

This whisky has been matured in ex-Buffalo Trace Bourbon casks.

59% abv    114 Bottles

NOSE – Soft honey, vanilla and pears make an entrance, accompanied by oaky notes and spices.

PALATE – Rich and syrupy like a sponge cake with marzipan. Some light oak and Bourbon sits alongside soft yellow fruits ringing with papaya and pineapple notes.

FINISH – Loaded with honey, light tropical notes and light spices.

Penderyn 13yo Rich Oak

This whisky at has been matured in ex-Buffalo Trace Bourbon casks, and then finished in an ex-European STR cask.

58.1% abv     232 Bottles

NOSE – A caramel and dark chocolate richness… sweet, jammy and thick. Full of tropical fruits notes such as melon, mango, papaya.

PALATE – A rich taste in the mouth, sweet and jam-like. Deliciously juicy like fruit salad in a glass, followed by spiciness and notes of oak tannins.

FINISH – Dried fruits such as prunes and sultanas, whilst the jammy sweetness dries in the fade.

M & H STR Cask

This unique cask was specially handpicked by ImpEx and The M&H team. It is a STR wine cask that was aged under the Tel Aviv sun and bottled at cask strength.

55 % abv    Kosher

NOSE – The mahogany color is reflected by the aroma of dark red fruits, coffee, and oak. Impressions of dark chocolate and warm spices are also felt.

PALATE – Strong oak notes and flavorful spice. Lighter touches of cracked black pepper, candied fruits, and Christmas cake.

FINISH – Medium-long with lingering notes of dark chocolate, dried fruits, and just a hint of black pepper.

M & H ex-Islay Cask

When the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean. This Single Malt whisky was fully matured in an ex-Islay cask that was used to age peated whisky for a decade in one of the renowned distilleries on the Scottish island before meeting the Tel-Aviv sun. With evident maritime and spicy notes, this whisky is exemplary for the fusion of tradition and innovation.

61% abv    Kosher

NOSE – Mineral and creamy, a mix iodine and salt meets stone fruit, mild peat spiced with white pepper.

PALATE – Charred herbs, dry ginger, a sweet swirl of marzipan and white chocolate.

FINISH – Pleasant with candied citrus peel, allspice, and chamomile.

COMING SOON
TO A DRAM NEAR YOU

These casks are either on their way to the U.S., or are in the process of whisky assembly, and will be on the way soon.  Either way, you will want to stay tuned so that you know when and where you can get access to these exceptional expressions.

• • The GlenAllachie 2006 14yr Port Pipe (click for the Press Release on this amazing expression)
  • Kilchoman Mezcal Finish
  • M&H ex-Rum Cask
  • Single Malts of Scotland Run 2.1
  • Single Cask Nation Release 7

SECRET TREASURE

Starting in April, our 3D (Distillery Deep Dive) Series is returning with new guests and a more robust Q&A Format.  Keep an eye out for news on what to expect in the series this year and the timing – we hope to see you there!

Thanks again for being part of our family and enjoying these fine whiskies with us!  Remember that during these uncertain times we encourage you to drink responsibly, so instead of quantity, drink quality!

We’ll be in touch about other exciting news as the year drinks on … 🥃

Please feel free to reach out for more details on the bottlings: office@impexbev.com

Our online shop is closing

After three years of selling The Glenrothes on our Online Shop, we recognise the need to improve our offering and levels of customer service.

In order to address these changes, the shop will temporarily be closing.

Last orders can be placed up until 12pm BST on March 31st, so there’s still time to purchase one of the few remaining bottles.

We will notify you again as soon as our reopening plans are in place. Until then, please do contact us if you have any questions.

The Glenrothes Team

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#SpiritOfRothes

Following on from the news that President Biden has decided to suspend the 25% tariff imposed by the Trump administration on Scotch whisky, there is definitely a lot of optimism in the whisky market. According to the Scotch Whisky Association, the tariff attributed to a fall in exports to the US of 35%, amounting to over half a billion pounds in lost exports. Elite Wine & Whisky therefore expects that the lifting of this tariff will enhance Scottish trade with the US and demonstrate dramatic economic impacts. Although Elite Wine & Whisky does not expect a shift back to a consumption of Scotch whisky in the US to happen overnight, the removal of the tariff is expected to gradually enhance exports of the commodity once again, increasing the demand for Scotch whisky.

As discussed by the British International Trade Secretary Liz Truss, “the benefits will be felt across our nation, especially in Scotland, where Scotch whisky distillers will be able to sell at lower prices in the United States, their most valuable market. The easier it is for Americans to buy a bottle of Macallan, Talisker or Glenfiddich, the more money those producers will have to invest in their businesses, their staff and futures.”

But how will this temporary removal of the 25% tariff impact the global markets? In recent years the global landscape of investments has changed dramatically, with Elite Wine & Whisky noticing an increase in the willingness of the general public to take trading into their own hands and invest and trade in a range of commodities through online platforms and investment advisors. This year has demonstrated the global volatility of the stock markets and poor returns on extremely low interest rates, driving investors to discover ways to diversify their asset portfolios.

One such way to diversify is taking this opportunity to invest in a luxury commodity with great potential in the coming months following the aforementioned tariff reduction. Elite Wine & Whisky is currently trying to make the whisky market far more accessible to a range of investors, even those with no prior knowledge of whisky. But why should one invest in whisky over other luxury commodities? With exceptional returns in recent years (between 12-20%), a better question might be ‘why not whisky?’

As with any investment, it is extremely important to make sure you’re in the best hands. Elite Wine and Whisky is one of only a handful of companies globally that has been accepted into the prestigious London International Vintners Exchange, which is considered a great accolade in the industry.

Currently, Elite Wine & Whisky has around £20 million under its jurisdiction and they continue to work closely with the world’s finest wineries and distilleries. Their mission is to build and maintain a solid foothold in the marketplace that is sufficiently robust as to ensure their clients have autonomy when they wish to grow their portfolio.

It’s not very often that you get the opportunity to educate yourself in an investment. However, Elite Wine and Whisky believes in allowing their investors to embrace the sweet taste of success by inviting them to join one of their virtual whisky tastings. If lockdown has taught us anything, it is establishing the importance of expanding our knowledge, so there has no better time to develop your whisky knowledge by tasting a selection of whiskies from fantastic family run distilleries. Or if you’re merely just interested in making an investment, their portfolio specialists have got this covered too.

https://elitewineandwhisky.com/

Why use Scotch Galore?

What is the alternative?

Quite simply Auction Sites where you will have to pay £6 to join and give personal details, £6 for each and every bottle you want to sell and if you want to protect your investment by putting a reserve on it that can cost you as much as another £12 per month and if your bottle does sell from point of putting it in to getting cash in your hand can take as long as 6 to 8 weeks.

So the question should be? Why not use Scotch Galore?

What’s in it for you?

Quite simply we give you an alternative to auctions.

Somewhere you can buy and sell Whisky 24/7 and get paid instantly for any Whisky you sell.

Question:  Who else doesn’t charge a fee to join?

Question:  Who else doesn’t charge a fee for putting bottles on their site?

Question:  Who else arranges free UPS collection from your door?

We have customers who have discovered the benefit of Scotch Galore that we pay thousands of £££’s each month for the Whisky they have sold on our site.

We give YOU the opportunity to sell Whisky on our site like your running your own business, on our free to use online platform with the ability to set your own price for your Whisky and the freedom to change that price at any time.

But don’t take my word for it, have a look at our reviews. http://www.scotchgalore.com

As they say if you always do what you’ve always done you’ll always get what you’ve always got. Scotch Galore Whiskies – Shaking things up!

Stephen Pyne 

Scotch Galore.

Our new episode of Japanese Whisky World is just minutes away. Tune in now.

Discover the famous whisky from one of Japan’s most renowned distilleries.

Dekanta

2-49-7 Minamiikebukuro Toshima-ku, Tokyo,

Smoke Wagon Small Batch Indiana Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) $49.99 View

Nevada H&C Distilling produces the Smoke Wagon line-up of whiskeys. The Small Batch Straight Bourbon was born of a brainstorming process to solve a particularly thorny problem they were having with bottling an aged, high-rye whiskey that met their profile preferences and standards. Because rye typically ages much faster than corn-based mash bills, the aged high-rye spirits often lost their spicy rye components after successive years and rackings. At the same time, the younger rye spirits exhibited all the bold and spicy components they were seeking, but the palate was often lacking in the sweet, rich texture that aging brings. The solution was to blend and bottle and combination of old and young ryes, thereby capitalizing on the desirable characteristics of each in the finished product. Bottled at 100 proof, the Smoke Wagon Small Batch carries all the depth, body, and richness of an aged spirit the with robust spice of rye and #4 char.

Michel Couvreur “Overaged” 12 Year Malt Whisky (750ml) $79.99 View

Belgian Michel Couvreur was an independent bottler of single-malt Scotch (and this apprentice Jean-Arnaud has carried on after studying under Michel for more than a decade). The cellars are located in Bouze-lès-Beaune in the heart of Burgundy, where Michel aged his single malts for years in sherry butts and then in demijohns or giant bottles kept in total darkness in the exceptionally well-protected underground galleries of Bouze-lès-Beaune. Vatted from 54 whiskies aged 12 to 27 years in oak casks, this malt has a rich amber color, a nose full of dried flowers, tobacco leaf, Jerez wine, and fat almond, plus a powerful, fruity, long finish. What a fantastic accompaniment to smoked salmon when served over ice. It is also perfect as a dinner digestive served at room temperature.

Heaven Hill Legacy Bundle (Heaven Hill 7 Year, Henry Mckenna 10 Year, Elijah Craig Small Batch, Rittenhouse Rye) Whiskey Collector Set (4x750ml) $139.99 View

Rare bourbons and a deal? Who can say no to that. If you were lucky enough to grab these four whiskies in your cart on our site, which would of course be an unprecedented stroke of lucky on your part, you’d find your retail price would equal exactly $148.99 plus tax and shipping. Now get access to two of Heaven Hills most renowned products, plus two bar staples that any whiskey lover should have stocked at home, for nearly $10 off the regular retail price. This bundle includes three of Heaven Hills flag ship brands at different ages and proofs. The sought after revamp of the great old Heaven Hill brand bottled in bond at 7 years on, the exceptional Single Cask Henry Mckenna bottled in bond at 10 years old and the famous Elijah Small Batch, which is a blend of 8-12 year old bourbons from the same mashbill bottled at 94 proof. Throw in a bottle of the excellent Rittenhouse BIB Rye for good measure and you’re set for the next few weeks at least. Dont forget that Henry McKenna was the winner of best in show at SF Spirits in 2019 and has been next to impossible to keep in stock or that Heaven Hill 7 year is the #4 on Whisky Advocates Top 20 Whiskies of 2019. Needless to say there are few better values on anyones shelf these days.

Heaven Hill Bottled In Bond (Heaven Hill 7 Year, Henry Mckenna 10 Year, Evan Williams, Rittenhouse Rye and Mellow Corn) Whisky Collector Set (5x750ml) (Elsewhere $212) $149.99 View

92 points Whisky Advocate

 In 2018, Heaven Hill discontinued its 6 year old bottled in bond bourbon that was sold only in Kentucky, but now has roared back with this widely available 7 year old. While the bottled in bond designation isn’t necessarily a quality guarantee, this whiskey more than proves its merit. It’s explosive, bold, and buttery, with warm flavors of honey-roasted peanuts, caramel, chocolate, corn muffins, licorice, and cinnamon, all accented by notes of savory herbs, cloves, white pepper, tobacco, and an earthy undertone. Well-integrated big oak, sweetness, and spice combine to create grace, power, and length. This is pure bourbon bliss, at a very approachable price. *Number 4 in the 2019 Top 20* (DF, Winter 2019) 

K&L Notes

*NB: Partial Returns not accepted, all 5 bottles required* The Bottled In Bond Act was passed on March 3rd, 1897. This is perhaps the most important piece of spirits related legislation in the history of the United States. Not only did it establish the most rigorous standard for any distilled spirit in the world, it was also a critical change to tax law that allowed us to have great and relatively inexpensive whiskey. To be bottled in bond a spirit must meet a number of requirements. Most importantly for today’s whiskey consumer, spirit that is BIB must be a minimum of 4 years of age. In addition it has to be distilled in a single distillation season (Jan-Jun or July-Dec) by a single distiller at one distillery. That single season whisky must then be aged in a bonded warehouse and ultimately bottled at exactly 100 proof. The label must identify where it was distilled and who bottled it. In the case of Heaven Hill, no one has a larger or better portfolio of Bottled In Bond whiskies. This item includes 5 full-sized bottles: Henry McKenna – winner of best in show at SF Spirits in 2019. This bottle alone averages about $85 bucks since this prestigious award was bestowed upon it. A bottle of Heaven Hill 7 year – #4 on Whisky Advocates Top 20 Whiskies of 2019 (elsewhere $70). This 5 pack is rounded out by 3 other extraordinary whiskies: Evan Williams BIB Bourbon, Rittenhouse BIB Rye, and Mellow Corn BIB Corn Whiskey. All stone cold classics and staples in any well stocked bar.

Malt of the Month (again!)

Glengoyne 10 Year Old

We had a manic response to our excellent Ailsa Bay offer which was meant to last the full month of March, however sold out far quicker than we could have thought!

So we have launched our second great Malt of the Month offer, with £6 off

Glengoyne 10 Year Old

Not only that but you will receive a FREE branded Glencairn Glass with every purchase

AND

Every bottle purchased will enter you into our Prize draw for 2 tasting sets for our Glengoyne Tasting event on the 6th May

While stocks last

BUY NOW

Caskshare Partners with Edinburgh’s Holyrood Distillery

Whisky buying platform Caskshare is pleased to announce a new partnership with Edinburgh’s Holyrood Distillery. Four unique sherry casks have been added to the Caskshare roster, all of which are available to purchase by the bottle, giving whisky lovers unprecedented access to a diverse portfolio of cask whiskies.

Established in 2019, Holyrood is Edinburgh’s first single malt distillery in almost a century. The urban distillery is located in the heart of the city and is inspired by the surrounding environs, as well as the rich distilling and brewing heritage. The brand’s new limited edition MADE by EDINBURGH range, marries craft traditions with bold new approaches to flavour, combining local malts and yeast with unique sherry casks to create four distinct cask whiskies. The distillery aims to once again unlock the city’s whisky potential with its new range. By working closely with local farmers and deep-diving into the city’s lost brewing history, Holyrood’s innovative approach to whisky making explores the exciting flavours of speciality malts. The casks available on the Caskshare platform include an Oloroso Cask, Moscatel Cask, Amontillado Cask and a Pedro Ximenez Cask. 

Founder of Caskshare, David Nicol created the Caskshare platform out of a desire to bring single cask whisky to a wider audience. Having already launched the successful whisky subscription service, Craft Whisky Club, David recognised within the online whisky community a growing interest in a whisky’s provenance and the journey from distillery to dram. His vision was to lower the barrier of entry into the world of cask ownership, and to help customers connect with their favourite distilleries from the get-go, whilst also allowing distilleries to engage with whisky fans in a real and tangible way with whisky straight from the cask.

Holyrood Casks are available to purchase here

Bottle prices start from £79