Booker’s Batch 2021-01: Donohoe’s Batch Bourbon
New UK Limited Release | 70cl | 58% ABV

Booker’s Bourbon is one of America’s finest whiskies, and can stand toe to toe with the very best that Kentucky has to offer. The first release in the Booker’s 2021 collection is Booker’s Batch 2021-01 – Donohoe’s Batch – named in honour of retired Jim Beam employee Mike Donohoe, who was also a close friend to the eponymous Booker Noe. A bold, rich, satisfying Bourbon that will fill your mouth with warming flavours of sweet vanilla, cornbread, exotic spice, and toasted oak. Greatness in a glass!

Basil Hayden’s Kentucky Straight Bourbon
70cl | 40% ABV

Basil Hayden’s Bourbon has a high rye content (30% in the mashbill) which makes this drier and spicier than your average Bourbon. It is incredibly easy going and would be a good introduction to the delights of the other Jim Beam range and a prelude to trying straight rye. A mellow and easy drinking Bourbon and a real mint-chocolate festival in your mouth.

Knob Creek Kentucky Straight Small Batch Bourbon
9 Year Old | 70cl | 50% ABV

When it comes to making Knob Creek Bourbon, there’s a lot of waiting but hardly any sitting around. While each barrel patiently ages in white oak, Knob Creek’s distillers continue to raise the standards, fulfilling their commitment to full flavour. The result? An unflinching balance of deep, pre-Prohibition-style Bourbon with a robust oak taste, complemented with hints of smooth vanilla and layered caramel.

£149.95

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Glenury Royal 35 Year Old

1984 vintage 1st fill sherry butt for G&M’s 125th Anniversary. Rare lost distillery bottling. Glenury Royal 35 Year Old 1984 Highland Lowland single malt Scotch whisky. Single first fill sherry butt bottled May 2020 for the Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary series. 397 bottles.

Stewed fruit aromas with notes of polish lead to cinnamon. Sweet and drying with flavours of cherry, orange peel and subtle coffee. A medium and fruity finish with lingering aniseed and sherry.

Glenury Royal Distillery was established to the north of Stonehaven in 1825. Only three distilleries in Scotland have been permitted to use ‘Royal’ in their title and it was granted to Glenury in 1835 by King William 1V. Glenury Royal was a malt whisky distillery which operated from 1825 with just two stills until they were increased to four in 1965. The distillery closed in 1985 and was demolished in 1993 but the square support base of the round brick chimney remains with a plaque attached. The site is now a private housing estate on the edge of Stonehaven. Glenury Royal Distillery is a lost Scottish Highland malt whisky distillery.

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Coleburn 47 Year Old

1972 vintage refill sherry puncheon at 62.4% G&M anniversary bottling. Long lost distillery. Coleburn 47 Year Old 1972 Highland Speyside single malt Scotch whisky. Single refill sherry puncheon butt bottled March 2020 for the Gordon & MacPhail 125th Anniversary series. 363 bottles.

Nose: Sweet butterscotch, ripe fruit and subtle floral aromas. Caramelised sugar develops alongside waxy citrus peel, slowly transforming into fresh guava.
Taste: Intensely sweet; fruity flavours of apricot and cooked apple with a subtle mouth-warming chilli spice edge. Subtle charred oak flavours give way to a soft undertone of mint leaves.
Finish: A medium finish with sweet and ripe autumnal fruit and a lingering dry herbal note.

A Dundee based firm of whisky blenders commissioned the architect Charles C. Diog to design Coleburn malt whisky distillery in 1897 and it duly opened in 1899 at Coleburn farm just to the south of Fogwatt in Scotland’s Speyside whisky region. Coleburn Distillery was built beside Colburn railway station which ensured a speedy connection to the southern whisky blenders. This distillery closed in 1985 and whilst many of the buildings remains most of the equipment has gone. Recent releases are few and are highly collectable, an example being Gordon & MacPhails Coleburn Rare Old.

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Whisky Presentation Box Humidors by Dave

Humidors by Dave!

Have your favourite scotch whisky presentation box upgraded to a cigar humidor!

US$220

Contact Dave at daveswhiskyhumidors@gmail.com

Price does not include shipping or the presentation box. 

Ardbeg “Scorch” Limited Release Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml) $129.99 View

This limited edition Scotch whisky was bottled to celebrate Ardbeg Day 2021. Drawing inspiration from the legendary dragon of Islay, “Scorch” was matured in heavily charred, ex-bourbon American oak casks. Lovers of extra smoky Scotch, rejoice!

Our Glengoyne colleagues. Together, we have compiled a playlist consisting of our go to songs to accompany a dram of Glengoyne. From the psychedelic sounds of Pink Floyd to the mellow tones of Billie Holiday, we think there’s something for everyone – just like our whisky.

Gordon Dallas, Whisky Experiential Ambassador

Honey Thief by Hipsway 

“This great melody is perfect with a dram of 12 Year Old. It’s lively and not for after-dark lounging on a chaise-long but for in the club, gracing the dance floor having a good time. The bourbon and sherry in the 12 Year Old come together beautifully, just like the song.”

Glengoyne 12 Year Old

Jason McCabe, Production Operator

September by Earth Wind & Fire

“This song always reminds me of our Glengoyne staff summer parties, and 10 Year Old; on its own or in the infamous Glengoyne “Kilt Lifter” cocktail. Great memories of us having a “guid auld” time, with the 10 Year Old never far away. “

Glengoyne 10 Year Old

Gordon Dundas, Senior Brand Ambassador and Advocacy Manager

You’ve got the love (radio edit) by Candi Stanton

“As well as the song being uplifting, it’s multi-layered, with this version having an orchestra coming in halfway through. It reminds me of Glengoyne Cask Strength, an array of flavours in a unique way. Great song, great whisky.”

Glengoyne Cask Strength

Robbie Hughes, Glengoyne Distillery Manager

Perfect Day by Lou Reed

One of Robbie’s many songs he recommends. “A classic tune best served with a classic malt for those perfect days.”

Glengoyne 18 Year Old

One remarkable bottle,
one very special cause.

In February this year, the last drop of The Glenrothes 50 Year Old went under the hammer. This was no ordinary decanter, and this was no ordinary auction.

The bottle was embellished with gold from Scotland’s only gold mine, beautifully crafted by Hamilton & Inches, and all proceeds were to go to a charity personally selected by the winning bidder.

The one-of-a-kind decanter eventually sold for £39,000, and we can now reveal the chosen charity.

Lead Scotland help those who are eager to learn but face barriers to education. With 150 volunteers all over the country, they support the learning needs of disabled people and carers to learn in homes, online and in their communities.

The £39,000 raised from The Glenrothes 50 Year Old will specifically benefit Moray, the community in which The Glenrothes Estate is based. It will ensure that up to 100 local people are supported over a period of 18 months, helping to build their confidence and attain qualifications.

Previous learners have gone on to become writers and entrepreneurs, work in local politics and campaign for the rights of disabled people.

Community and knowledge are two very important principles of The Glenrothes, so we’re delighted and honoured to support a charity who hold both in such high regard. Ensuring local disabled people and carers in Moray will have an equal opportunity to learn, participate and achieve their potential.

And then there were none

Being able to support such a wonderful Scottish charity is the perfect ending to a memorable chapter in our history.

Discover the full story of the 50th of 50 below.

THE 50TH OF 50

#SpiritOfRothes

June has been a great month for M&H!  The #1 Dad Single Cask Wowed Father’s Day Fans, M&H Distillery brought home multiple awards from the Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2021, and two new M&H Apex Expresssions are headed our way!

We hope you had a great Father’s Day and were able to get a bottle of this but every day can be Father’s Day when you want to show him he’s the #1 Dad.  This Single Cask Expression is still available in specialty stores throughout the US and a great way to say, “Thanks Dad”

M&H Father’s Day Edition 3 yo ex-Bourbon Single Cask No. 2018-0568

91 M&H Elements Sherry Cask Single Malt Whisky (Israel), 46%
M&H Elements Sherry is the first ever single malt whisky that was matured in Kosher sherry casks, seasoned exclusively for our distillery – straight from Jerez. Bourbon, Oloroso and PX sherry casks characterized its fruity flavors, rich aromas, with a special deep and natural color. Matured under the Tel Aviv sun.

91 M&H Elements Peated Single Malt Whisky (Israel), 46%
The Atlantic meets the Mediterranean. This whisky was matured in casks from Islay, that soaked in smoky aromas and salty flavors, and was then blended with ex-bourbon barrel-aged single malt. The Elements Peated integrates the fruity notes of the new make into the casks’ typical Islay peaty notes; the result is a delicate, rather mellow, and lightly peated whisky.

90 M&H Elements Red Wine Cask Single Malt Whisky (Israel), 46%
Ex-red wine casks that were sourced from Israel’s finest wineries were picked for this part of the Elements trilogy. The Mediterranean’s climate, variety of soil types, hot sunny days and cool nights bring a spicy and unique flavor to Israeli wine – and in turn, our casks. The wine casks used in the Elements Red Wine are a celebration of local terroir, curating a floral single malt with notes of raisins.

Two New Editions to the M&H Apex Line are on their way!

Tal & Tomer of M&H Distillery talk about the Apex Collection

M&H Apex Cognac Cask Small Batch
58.8% ALC/VOL
Non-chillfiltered, No color added

This Single Malt whisky offers wonderous flavors, derived from amazing 400 Liter, French Limousine oak casks from a family owned Cognac House, previously used to mature superb quality Kosher Cognac.

AROMA
Warm spices, complete with cloves, thyme and star-anise, evolving into an exotic combo of cacao powder and mango followed by notes of dark chocolate truffle and stone fruit.

PALATE
Rich texture and a warm mouthfeel, with a hint of nutmeg spiciness. Sweet fruit, with a touch of tart red berries.

FINISH
Baked apple pie, rich in butter and enhanced by cacao and sweettoasted barley.

M&H Apex Fortified Red Wine Cask Small Batch
60.4% ALC/VOL
Non-chillfiltered, No color added

This Single Malt whisky has been matured in fortified red wine casks from local Israeli wineries selected for their distinct flavor profile. It is an expression of our unique terroir and the excellent casks it produces.

AROMA
Dark chocolate perlines filled with raspberry jam, tobacco and earl grey tea, fragrant pine needles and a touch of cake frosting.

PALATE
Maple syrup, smoked dry chilli peppers, candied cherries.

FINISH
Peaty earthiness followed by fresh mint, comforting hot cacao.

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

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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 mailing address is:
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We have some very relaxed news for you: Maltstock 2021 is on!

Last year we obviously could not do Maltstock. You have very relaxed kept your ticket for this year. Safe and relaxed!

And we still have some tickets available in our webshop: https://www.maltstock.com/shop

The safety of our crew and our guests is our number one priority. We will only host Maltstock if we can do it in a safe and relaxed way. And of course, it’s also important we can have a normal Maltstock. So no social distancing rules and a very relaxed program. We have a green light for both now! We are really looking forward to seeing you all again in September!

How will this be safe and relaxed?

With the current regulations in place regarding covid-19 in the Netherlands we can make sure we can provide a safe and relaxed Maltstock. We can create a safe, relaxed bubble. This means EVERYBODY on the Maltstock premisses will have to be either vaccinated or have had a recent negative covid test. Nobody will be allowed on the premisses if they can’t show either one of these. And with nobody we mean absolutely nobody. No exceptions. The safety of our crew and guests is our number one priority.

How does it work?

If you have been vaccinated, you can simply register it in the Corona check app. When you arrive at Maltstock you will have to to show the Corona check app.

• For our Dutch readers: https://coronacheck.nl/nl/ 
• For those who prefer the English language: https://coronacheck.nl/en/ 

If you not have had your vaccination yet you can get tested before you arrive at Maltstock. If you get negative result you can enter it in the corona app.

More information, in Dutch and English, look here: https://www.testenvoortoegang.org

Please note this is how the current regulations work. Of course we will keep you updated if anything changes.

We are so looking forward to share a few drams and stories with you all. That’s what Maltstock is all about. Meeting old and new friends, in a very relaxed way. Over the next few weeks we will be working on a very relaxed program. We will keep you updated through our newsletters and of course our Facebook page (you’ll probably will see a slight increase in our postings over the next few weeks…).

Maltstock 2021 tickets

Almost everyone who had already bought a ticket for last year’s edition has kept it for this year. But fear not, we still have a few more tickets available. You can get yours and be relaxed again now in our webshop: https://www.maltstock.com/shop

In a very unlikely worst case scenario where we would have to postpone Maltstock once again, your ticket will remain valid for a future edition. Because of the corona app, which helps to make sure everyone is safe, events are not likely to be cancelled anytime soon though.

I know I’m repeating myself, but we will only host Maltstock is we can do it in a safe and relaxed way!

Maltstock 20201 is 10 – 12 September

If you have any questions, please just contact us. See you all in September!

Stay healthy stay relaxed!

Annette, Bob, Klaas, Stan & Teun

USA SHIPPING UPDATE – GOOD NEWS!

We are delighted to announce that we are now shipping to…
ALL – US States!
FDA Taxes & Duties paid – you won’t have to pay anything else.
See out shipping page for more details