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I think I have to accept that no matter what I try I always seem to be running a solid month behind schedule. I’m trying to think of it now as a form of whisky jetlag; a dislocation in time that inescapably occurs when casks are to be bottled…
Greetings, then, to these late-May/early-June releases! They may be suffering the malt equivalent of stepping off a redeye to Tokyo, but they’re tasting damnably delicious.
In alphabetical order then:
First up we have a 14-year-old Ben Nevis. Due to the aforementioned temporal vortex this ended up being bottled only days shy of 15.
On the nose then – waxy lemons, chalk, buttercups and white blossom, warm bales of hay, orange boiled sweets, roast pineapple jelly, olive oil … it’s Ben Nevis in other words, freshly collected from the mountain peaks by old Hector McDram himself.
On the palate – a lovely textural arrival with olive oil and a soft butteriness, cut through with splendid lemons. Hints then appear of tropical fruits and soft spearmint, developing on chalky minerals, barley and camphor. The finish is all about sweet citrus oils and juices, with just a lick of salt.
It’s Ben Nevis and it’s wonderful. No other malt is quite like this, and there’s even an echo of some of those revered 1996 vintages in this one. You can’t go wrong.
This second-fill barrel produced 277 bottles at a cask strength of 53.1% and they are available for £85 each.
Next up we have an 18-year-old Caol Ila. I’ve done a bunch of Caol Ilas over the years, and there’s a very good reason.
On the nose: light and lively with fabulous lime leaves, ointments, smoked butter and almonds, tinned mussels and coal tar. We’re on Islay then, but less typically I also find some sweet apricots in the background, as well as frangipane, old emulsion pots (a note I always associate with older Bowmore) and honeysuckle.
The palate immediately feels elegant, with a lithe and soft limey and honeyed smoke. I get smoked sweet oranges and apricots, tiger balm, oyster brine, and cough mixture, before a lingering finish with coal smoke, lime, a single liquorice drop, and jasmine tea.
This is insanely drinkable stuff (my tasting glass somehow magically emptied itself several times writing these notes…), with some of the little nuances you usually find in much older Caol Ila. The citrussy and floral notes make it feel quite summery in its own way, too. Much recommended.
This refill hogshead produced 276 bottles at a cask strength of 50.7% and they are available for £120 each.
After returning to two old favourite distilleries it’s time for something brand new! This is a 7-year-old Nc’nean, and I’m delighted to have it. This is a carbon-neutral single malt, made from 100% organic Scottish barley, but just as importantly it tastes blooming great.
The nose has cherry drops, macadamia nuts, membrillo, grape must and baked apple – it’s a fascinatingly uncommon sort of fruitiness, backed with a nice Highlandsy minerality, and keeps opening up with time in the glass. A little water makes everything cleaner and greener – with lemon peel, green melon, apple, plus a little buttercream and honey.
The palate is full-bodied – almost viscous – with golden apples, quinces, yellow sultanas, honey and a pinch each of salt and white pepper. Again there’s a Highlands (maybe even coastal) feel in the background. I also get some coconut cream and lemon, with Juicy Fruit gum and black tea in the aftertaste.
Lovely Highlands spirit, this, with loads of both fruit and personality. I love how much it develops with time in the glass – a nice reminder to slow down and enjoy the scenery.
This first-fill barrel produced 243 bottles at a cask strength of 57.9% and they are available for £69.50 each.
And…
…that’s it for now. Thanks for bearing with me through my usual meanderings, and I remain – as always – available at the end of an email or DM if I can be of service.
Cheers!
David
Yamazaki 18 Year Old
Yamazaki is Suntory’s flagship single malt. The surprising, delicate yet profound experience of a Japanese single malt was born at Yamazaki. Spiritual and deep, its signature multi-layered taste is highly praised by whisky connoisseurs all over the world. Today, Yamazaki is not only the No.1 single malt whisky in Japan, but is enjoyed in more than thirty-five countries. The 18 year old is rich with mature autumn fruit and Mizunara (Japanese oak) aroma.
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Loch Lomond offers a diverse core range – from fruity, soft malts to richer, subtly peated drams – all unified by notable complexity and depth.
Scotland’s windswept islands have been key centres of whisky making since the early days of distilling in the 15th century. Today, the furthest-flung corners of Scotland are home to some of the most celebrated distilleries in the world.
Though often described as a region, the Islands are officially part of the Highlands, with Islay recognised separately. The isles of Arran, Mull, Jura, Raasay, Skye, Lewis and Orkney all produce single malts, ranging from light and fruity to boldly peated with coastal influence.
Introducing the second release in Laphroaig’s prestigious Archive Collection – a 38-Year-Old single malt Scotch whisky that embodies the enduring craftsmanship and character of Islay. This ultra-rare expression showcases the bold, peated signature of Laphroaig, matured over decades in a trilogy of American ex-Bourbon, second-fill oloroso sherry hogshead, and European oak oloroso-seasoned casks. Presented in a hand-blown, sea-glass-inspired bottle, only 400 bottles of this limited edition exist globally.
Bottled at 41.3% abv, expect notes of dried fruits, crystallised ginger, and a subtle campfire smokiness, offering a rich, layered experience designed for true connoisseurs.
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We proudly present our oldest bottling to date. This single cask was distilled in 1988 at our most local distillery – Glen Garioch. This malt inspired us to delve into Aberdeen’s rich history, and with the help of Finn Thomson, we designed the label around one of the most important and oldest industries in the city – granite.
The label features the shape of Rubislaw Quarry, where most of the granite in the city came from, on the background of a microscopic picture of granite, showcasing the unique structures and colours of the material.
The whisky itself was aged for 36 years in a single bourbon barrel, creating elegant and rich flavours in an older style of Glen Garioch, pre-dating the many changes the distillery underwent in the 90s.
With each pour, this bottle brings together the lasting power of granite and the timeless craft of whisky, celebrating Aberdeen’s enduring strength in every sip.
It was bottled without chill-filtration or artificial colouring.
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Hakushu 18 Year Old Peated Suntory Tsukuriwake 2024
The Hakushu Peated Malt Aged 18 Years exemplifies the art of marrying ingredients, techniques and terroir. Throughout their long history of using peated malt, House of Suntory blenders have harnessed Hakushu’s climate to unveil intricate layers of flavour from the peated malt’s robust smoke character. Long maturation catalyzed by Hakushu’s exceptionally pure water reveals a wave of clean smoke, deepening into herbaceous mineral notes and undertones of ripe apples. A vibrant nose of sage, ripe green apple, and hints of pineapple which lead into a palate full of complex smoke, grapefruit and acacia honey. The finish brings clean smoke that lingers with undernotes of fresh green citrus.
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