Macallan 1824 Masters Series “M” Lalique Decanter Single Malt

The ultimate in luxury Scotch whisky, Macallan M is the apex of the storied distillery’s line. From the luxury lifestyle magazine Robb Report: “The rich amber-brown of the Macallan M single-malt whisky—a special iteration of the Macallan contained in a hand-blown 750 mL Lalique crystal decanter—is noticeably deeper and darker than even the Scotch maker’s iconic 25-year-old whisky. Yet there is no age statement on this bottle, for the spirit is composed of whisky from seven casks selected by the Macallan’s master whisky maker, Bob Dalgarno, after more than two years of searching through the Macallan’s vast cellars of over 195,000 barrels. The oldest whisky in it was distilled in 1940, and all of them were matured in first-fill oloroso-sherry casks. In the M, Dalgarno has produced something unlike anything the Macallan has ever offered. The Macallan’s classic resiny, raisiny richness is abundant in the M, as are plump cherry and fruit-filled sherried overtones, but then comes notes of lemons, leather, cedar, apples, violets, and a long, tobacco-laden finish. Bottled in 2013 at 89 proof, the Macallan M is intended to be an ongoing (albeit rare) addition to the brand’s 1824 series of top-tier whiskies.”

$5999.99

MAKER’S MARK PRIVATE SELECT THE WHISKY SHOP EXCLUSIVE

This limited edition single barrel bourbon from Maker’s Mark is one of the first of its kind and an exclusive to The Whisky Shop. Taking inspiration from the process used to create Maker’s 46, this Kentucky bourbon is crafted from a barrel made from a bespoke selection of different wooden staves, chosen by a team from The Whisky Shop. The final stave selection used five French oak staves cooked at high temperature in a convection oven, three French oak staves seared in an infra-red oven, and two more of the same but with ridges cut into the surface.

Limited to just 270 bottles, the nose is cooling, with oak shavings and spearmint emerging with toffee and linseed oil. The palate is sweet and dry, with oak wood lingering on into the spicy finish.

£85.00 – Buy Now

MACALLAN 25 YEAR OLD SHERRY OAK 2018

The sumptuous Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak is becoming harder to find and delivers everything you would expect from an older, sherry-matured expression from this highly-revered Speyside distillery.

The Macallan’s curiously small spirit stills are the smallest on Speyside. Their unique size and shape give the spirit maximum contact with the copper, helping to concentrate the ‘new make’ spirit and provide the viscosity and rich, fruity, full-bodied flavours so characteristic of The Macallan. There are fourteen of these curiously small spirit stills, crafted from copper, each holding an initial ‘charge’ of 3,900 litres. These stills are so famous that they have appeared on the back of a Bank of Scotland £10 banknote!

£1,750.00 – Buy Now

MACALLAN 30 YEAR OLD FINE OAK

As with all the Fine Oak series, this 30 year old Macallan is matured in a combination of both ex-sherry and ex-bourbon casks and showcases a lighter style of Macallan than the Sherry Oak series, with more of the distillery character coming through.

The 30 year old expression is described as “Heady and Aromatic”.

£4,000.00 – Buy Now

You won’t believe which country we’ve just added an award-winning whisky from!

“As our family of spirits grows, we proudly announce our new addition… a whisky of unique quality and balance of flavors consistent with each offering in the ImpEx Portfolio.  You may be surprised by its origins, but you won’t be disappointed with all it has to offer.  We are excited to bring this amazing offering to the U.S. and to share it with enthusiasts everywhere.” 

~ Sam Filmus, President of ImpEx Beverages

Gouden Carolus Single Malt is a refined whisky distilled from the mash of Gouden Carolus Tripel beer.  A first for Belgium are the hand hammered, copper pot stills, in which the pure mash is distilled.  The result is a pure and clear distillate.

The ensuing aging in First Fill Bourbon casks followed by a further aging in ‘Anker’ casks (oak casks reworded by the cooper according to the distillery’s own specifications) results in a refined whisky with a rich and balanced taste.  The subtle fruit aromas are delightfully enhanced by hints of wood and vanilla.

From 1637 to 1914, the miller’s family Van Breedam ground and distilled grain into jenever on the Molenberg in Blaasveld. In 1872, Louis Van Breedam and his sister left the Molenberg to become brewers in Mechelen. The Molenberg is still in the hands of the family and they continue the tradition.

Charles Leclef grew up in the brewery but remained in touch with the Molenberg in Blaasveld, where his uncle lives.  After modernizing the brewery, Charles came up with a daring plan. In the Molenberg, he wanted to distill beer to alcohol: whisky.  This whisky distillery has become the perfect match between two family traditions, brewing and distilling.

Nose: Fruit, vanilla, and crème brûlée.

Palate: Full and balanced; notes of wood and vanilla.

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

Macallan Rare Cask Batch No.1 2019 Release

This is the first 2019 release in the new batched series of The Macallan Rare Cask. Bottled in 2019, this release is crafted from some of the rarest and most precious stocks maturing in The Macallan Estate in Speyside. Each batch in the series represents the volume of just 50 European sherry seasoned oak butts. Presented at 43% abv in a beautifully sculpted glass decanter. Described as one of The Macallan’s most complex yet balanced whiskies, with soft notes of rich oak, vanilla and chocolate.

£249.00 – Buy Now

2005 Balblair 13 Year Old “K&L Exclusive” Cask No. 224 Cask Strength Single Cask Highland Single Malt Whisky 750ml  (ships as 1.5L) $89.99 View

Whistle Pig 10 Year Old “K&L Exclusive” 118.3 Proof Barrel #2347 Single Barrel Cask Strength Straight Rye Whiskey (750ml) $89.99 View

The Macallan Rare Cask 2019 Batch No. 1

The first edition in the new series of batched releases of The Macallan Rare Cask, this Speyside single malt is crafted from some of the rarest stocks in The Macallan Estate. Showcasing the depth and complexity of The Macallan, less than 1% of the stock maturing in The Macallan Estate is deemed worthy to be used in the creation of Rare Cask Batch No.1. This 2018 release is presented at 43% abv in a sculpted, heavy glass decanter.

Get your hands on our last remaining bottles now

£249.00 – Pre-Order Now

Orders will be dispatched w/c 25th March

The Macallan Masters Of Photography

Magnum Edition

This seventh release in the Masters of Photography series from The Macallan features six limited edition prints from the renowned Magnum photography collective. This latest release in the collection celebrates the opening of the new distillery and visitor experience with signed prints from each of the Magnum photographers: Steve McCurry, Martin Parr, Paolo Pellegrin, Mark Power, Gueorgui Pinkhassov and Alec Soth. Presented in a stunning archive style gift box, each bottle and set of prints is accompanied by an exclusive photography book.

Bottled at 44% abv, the nose is lightly peaty with warm spiced ginger and mellow oak, before a touch of tangerine citrus and caramelised apple. The palate brings candied dried fruits and butterscotch with a light spice and honeyed nuttiness. The finish is long and sweet with some earthy peat.

£2,700.00 – Buy Now

BATCH STRENGTH BLENDED MALTS:

Intensely flavorful whiskies for the adventurous drinker.

AVAILABLE NOW

THE HIVE BATCH No.002

Created from single malts with signature sweetness that combine to form a complex character of citrus fruit, floral notes and sumptuous honey.

SPICE KING BATCH No.002

Created from single malts with signature spice notes and an addition of sherry hogsheads combine to form a complex character indeed.

Peat Chimney Batch No.002

Created from single malts with signature peated malts that combine to form a complex character of earthy smoke.

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Website now fully updated!

Tickets go on sale this coming Monday March 25 at 10am, and the Spirit of Toronto website has now been fully updated including the schedule for our 2019 Masterclass Series. For those of you attending the show for the first time, these are tutored tastings presented by a variety of guest speakers on the lower level of Roy Thomson Hall.

Masterclass seats may be reserved when buying tickets for the show. Those opting for Early Admission can attend one of the pre-show sessions starting at 5:30pm, and enjoy priority entry into the main tasting hall when the class is over.

Spirit of Toronto Celebrates 15 Years!

Spirit of Toronto is excited to be celebrating 15 years as Canada’s premiere tasting event, and we look forward to once again hosting our fans and friends for our biggest and most varied selection of whisky and premium spirits!

We are equally pleased to welcome the return of the Italian Trade Commission who will present an expanded Taste of Italy pavilion on the Mezzanine Level, as well as adopted Scot and longtime friend of Spirit of Toronto, Regis Lemaitre, who will be hosting our very special pre-show 15th Anniversary Celebration. And last but not least we look forward to treating our esteemed guests to some island dramming courtesy of our Treasure Island showcase – those of you who attended our 10th anniversary bash will have some inkling as to what’s in store!

We are further pleased to be featuring a rare Canadian tasting and book signing by the inimitable Jim Murray, author of the ‘Whisky Bible’, and one of whisky’s most outspoken and controversial commentators…

2019 Masterclass Series

The schedule for our 2019 Masterclass Series is now online and we’re happy with the variety it offers, be it something that appeals to seasoned connoisseurs, novice tasters or those simply looking for an adventure on the palate.

Kicking off our 2019 series is our Spirit of Toronto 15th Anniversary Celebration hosted by longtime friend and whisky presenter Regis Lemaitre. Get set for a relaxed, pre-show session that will treat our guests to some of the gems we’ve come across during our fifteen year tenure.

In the mood for something lighter? It’s hard to go wrong with pre-show aperitivos courtesy of Tad Carducci’s exploration of Italy’s contribution to the art of the cocktail.

Fans of the Whisky Bible will have a rare opportunity to hear Jim Murray preach his gospel as he presents an award-winning selection of Welsh single malt whisky from the Penderyn Distillery.

The classics never disappoint, and with that in mind we are pleased to once again be featuring some of Scotland’s finest distilleries including a selection of Gordon & MacPhail’s Connoisseurs Choice range of single cask, single malt whiskies, Benromach, Old Pulteney, Jura, Bowmore, Laphroaig and The Glenlivet, as well as a selection of single malts from the blending portfolio of the Johnnie Walker range.

Closer to home Bearface and Crown Royal will unpack the art of Canadian whisky blending with samples of their component whiskies, Forty Creek will take guests on a trip down memory lane, and we welcome the return of Dr. Don Livermore who will be presenting a sneak preview of the Northern Border Collection 2019 Rare Release.

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Those subscribed to this list will receive an automatic notification the night before tickets go on sale. We’re often asked about the best way to purchase tickets in order to secure your first choices but regrettably we can offer no guarantees as tickets will be available online, by telephone and in person, and all three purchase methods are certain to experience a queue. Nonetheless, we look forward to welcoming you back on May 4 — see you then!