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Edradour – Traditional Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky at Hard To Find Whisky – Scotch Whisky News

Nestled in the rolling hills of Perthshire, Edradour is one of Scotland’s smallest traditional distilleries. Edradour produces a diverse range of small batch, cask strength and wine cask matured whiskies, alongside heavily peated whiskies under the Ballechin label.

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Douglas Laing ~ Caol Ila. Reimagined in Red – Scotch Whisky News

Caol Ila. Reimagined in Red.

Some Whiskies tell a story. This one paints it in deep Rioja red. Our latest release from the Old Particular Red Wine Cask Collection brings you Caol Ila 18 Years Old, finished in a Single Rioja Wine Cask. The result? A daring collision of smoke and sea salt with the bold fruit and spice from one of Spain’s finest reds. Think peat fire meets vineyard warmth — rich red berries, sweet oak, a touch of salt, and a finish that lingers like embers.

A rare Rioja finish. Never to be repeated.

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The Whisky Exchange ‘OBAN THE NIGHT’S WATCH’ – Scotch Whisky News

The brothers of the Night’s Watch take an oath and pledge their lives to protect the Seven Kingdoms and guard them from the terrors that lie beyond the ancient barrier of ice, The Wall, from their base at Castle Black. There lies a frozen wasteland which, legend has it, is inhabited by giants, wildlings and the Night King and his army of White Walkers who bring with them the long night. Just like Castle Black, Oban Distillery sits at the foot of a steep cliff that overlooks the bay, the frontier between the West Highlands and the Islands of Scotland. The richness of the whisky is balanced with a woody, spicy dryness that would keep even the Night’s Watch warm in winter.

On the nose this Oban has aromas of hay and tangy savoury aromas, but calms into cocoa and Morello cherries. On the palate there are instant flavours of dark berry pie and liquorice. Toasted oak joins the fray, and citrus and cloves add a lighter touch. The finish brings back those cherries and dark fruits, alongside a hint of savoury.

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Glendronach Port Wood at Loch Fyne Whiskies – Scotch Whisky News

Glendronach Port Wood

A stunning wee dram inspired by Scotland’s history of importing casked port. After an initial maturation, this expression spent a further three years maturing in Portuguese port casks to create bold flavours of spiced fruit. Lovely!

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

Nose: cherry blossom, juicy blackberries, milk chocolate.

Palate: autumnal spices, baked apple, ginger snaps.

Finish: sumptuous, cinnamon, chocolate.

 

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Milroy’s of Soho ‘Blair Athol 15 Years Old DS Tayman Summer Edition’ – Scotch Whisky News

Blair Athol 15 Years Old DS Tayman Summer Edition 55.5% 70cl

A gorgeous, appropriately seasonal release from independent bottler, DS Tayman. Aged for 15 years, first in a new oak hogshead and then in a Syrah wine barrique, this Blair Athol expression is bright, vibrant, and stunningly summery. Just 261 bottles have been released without chill-filtration and at natural colour.

£57.50 GBP

Official tasting notes:

Nose: Sweet orange zest, with a touch of burnt toffee and subtle hints of wine.

Palate: Tangy orange peel and plums shouting ‘here I am’, with caramel toffee

Finish: A little candy floss, wine on the back palate and traces of spice follow

Talisker 41 Year Old at The Whisky Shop – Scotch Whisky News

Talisker 41 Year Old

This Island single malt is the oldest expression released commercially to date from the Talisker distillery on the Isle of Skye. Distilled in 1978, this limited edition has been aged in refill American oak barrels before being finished in Manzanilla sherry casks from Delgado Zuleta, one of Jerez’s oldest sherry producers, in homage to the type of whisky that would have been produced at the distillery in the early 20th century.

The second release in the Bodega Series, just 2,000 bottles of this 41-year-old have been produced at a strength of 50.7% abv. The nose is spicy with a fruity middle and a maritime base. The palate is rich and smooth with sweet fudge initially, before a salty note brings some balance, with a peppery heat and chilli-pepper kick building before the long and hot finish with lingering peat smoke.

 £2,399.00

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Glengoyne: A View Worth Bottling – Scotch Whisky News

A View Worth Bottling

The Story Behind Our New Look 18 & 21 Year Old

Glengoyne has always been defined by its setting, nestled beneath Dumgoyne Hill on the edge of the Highlands, where mist rolls through the valley and the spirit of the land shapes every drop of whisky.

This dramatic landscape is now captured in a stunning photograph by local photographer Richard Fox, featured on the new packaging of our 18 Year Old and 21 Year Old Sherry Oak expressions. Taken at dawn in early autumn, the image shows Dumgoyne bathed in golden light, with mist swirling below, a moment that perfectly reflects the depth and delicacy of Glengoyne whisky.

Pour yourself a dram and admire the view.

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“I always say mist transforms a landscape into something special”

Richard Fox

 

Douglas Laing “Discover the Art of Cask Finishing” – Scotch Whisky News

Discover the Art of Cask Finishing

This summer, take your tastebuds on a cask-driven adventure. From tequila-kissed coastal Malts to smoky Islay drams aged in rum and red wine casks — and a rich Port-finished Speysider to top it all off — our line-up is a flavour-packed celebration of limited editions, bold finishes, and Whisky without limits.

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The Whisky Exchange “Island Whisky Offers” – Scotch Whisky News

ISLAND WHISKY OFFERS

This August, we have outstanding offers on some of the Islands’ most captivating single malts. Discover the smoky maritime punch of Talisker 18 Year Old, or experience the vibrant character of Talisker The Wild Blue. For something truly special, savour the rich complexity of Ledaig 2006, a whisky that perfectly captures the spirit of the Islands.

These exceptional whiskies won’t be available at these prices for long. Whether you’re adding to your collection or finding a new favourite, now is the time to raise a glass to the Islands.

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The Whisky Exchange “An introduction to Old & Rare whisky” – Scotch Whisky News

UNCOVER THE VALUE OF OLD AND RARE WHISKIES

This curated selection of Old & Rare whiskies offers a chance to sample single malt history without breaking the bank. Bottlings like these show us how the style and character of our favourite distilleries has changed over time as materials and techniques have shifted with the passing years.

The lineup will appeal to anyone wishing to expand their whisky collection, as well as finding thoughtful gifts and memorable drams for marking special occasions.

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