THE PLOUGH REVEALS EXTENSIVE WHISKY LIST AHEAD OF ’NEXT DOOR AT THE PLOUGH’ LAUNCH 

The Plough in Harborne has revealed an extensive new whisky menu ahead of the launch of ’Next Door at The Plough’ which will see the arrival of a dedicated whisky bar. The £750k project will see the popular neighbourhood pub on Harborne High Street add a new first floor extension which will be home to two new private dining and meeting rooms whilst extending its ground floor by 40 covers.

The new menu which will launch mid-November to coincide with the opening of ‘Next Door at The Plough’ takes in over 100 whiskies. The new list builds on The Plough’s already impressive whisky offering with 22 variations from the USA, 13 from Japan, 40 Scotch whiskies and 24 new world whiskies. Additions to the list include Smogen the Sherry Project, hand crafted in a young, independent distillery in Sweden and The Oamaruvian 16 year 1999 Double Wood which takes its moniker from the fact it has been aged for six years in American ex-bourbon casks and ten years in red wine casks. Another highlight on the list is the Redemption Rye Barrel Proof which has been matured for 6 years and bottled at barrel proof in the USA.

Adam Johnson, Director at The Plough, said, “We get really excited about showcasing lesser known whiskies and ales whilst encouraging people to try something new at The Plough.  The launch of ‘Next Door’ has given us a platform from which to enhance The Plough experience whilst allowing us to develop our menu and product range even further. The new menus will complement our existing drinks range which takes in an array of hand-crafted spirits, including artisan vodkas and rums, to name a few.”

Whisky prices on the list start from £3.30 and go up to £22.

About The Plough 

The Plough, Harborne has been serving fresh home-cooked food and the best coffee and Sunday lunch in the neighbourhood for 11 years.  Established in 2003 The Plough has undergone extensive renovation since its launch boasting a quirky and eclectic interior and an ‘outdoor lounge’ that is airy, light and unrestricted by season.  With a focus on quality and provenance, ingredients are carefully sourced locally to minimise the environmental ‘tread’ of the business where possible. No stranger to accolades The Plough has been recognised for its coffee, Sunday lunch and interior – named by the Independent as ‘best coffee shop’, celebrated by The Times for the best Sunday Lunch in the region and awarded the ‘Best Restaurant / Bar Design’ at the Northern Design Awards.

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NEXT DOOR AT THE PLOUGH WHISKY LIST 

Scotch whisky

Speyside

Knockandoo 12 year single malt                                                        

The Glenroths                                                                                                       

Benromach Organic single malt                                                           

Miltonduff batch 1 single malt                                                              

Glenfarclas 105 cask strength                                                            

Aberlour A’bunadh batch 50                                               

Aultmore 12 year old                                                                                           

Benrinnes 23 year old                                                                                

Dailuaine 16 year old – Flora + Fauna                                  

Inchgower 14 year old Flora + Fauna                             

Longmorn 16 year old single malt                                         

Strathisla 19 year old                                                                                            

Tormore 16 year old                                                                                              

Highland 

Balblair 03 single malt                                                                                     

Old Pulteney           12 year old                                                                            

Glencadam 10 year old                                                                                         

Edradour 11 year old Burgundy finish                   

Ben Nevis 15 year old 1998 ( cask 587 )                              

Deanston Virgin Oak                                                                                           

Edradour 2003 Bourbon cask 9^th release                                   

AnCnoc 18 year old single malt                                                                    

Lowland

Cameron Brig single grain                                                          

Auchentoshan classic single malt                                        

Glenkinchie 2000 single malt                                               

Islay 

Compass box, the peat monster                                          

Bruichladdich the laddie classic, single malt       

Ardbeg 10 year old single malt                                                            

Caol Ila cask strength                                                                                       

Lagavulin 1998 Pedro Ximenez Cask                                      

Port Askaig 15 year old single malt                                      

Bruichladdich 15 year old 1^st edition                                     

Laphroaig Quarter cask                                                                                                                                                

Campletown

Glen Scotia 12 year old                                                                         

Kilkerran work in progress – sherry wood                            

Islands

Highland Park, Macphial’s 8 year  single malt     

Tobermory 15 year old single malt                                        

Blends 

Pigs Nose 5 year                                                                                                  

Hankey Banister heritage                                                                  

Compass box, Great King st Blend                                       

Monkey Sholder                                                                                               

American 

Bourbon

Basil Haydon                                           Kentucky                

Hudson Baby Bourbon                            New York                               

Evan Williams single barrel   Kentucky                       

Elijah Craig Kentucky straight                Kentucky

Rowan’s Creek                                       Kentucky                     

Hudson Four Grain                 New york           

Koval Bourbon                                        Illinois                                  

Dry Fly Bourbon 101                               Washington                            

Woodford Reserve Four wood                Kentucky

1776 Straight Bourbon                            Kentucky                

Rye 

Few Rye Whisky                                                     Illinois                    

Copper Fox Rye                                                      Virginia              

High West Double Rye                                            Utah                        

Corsair Ryemageddon                                            Kentucky

Hudson Manhattan Rye                           New York               

Pow Wow, Botanical Rye                        Pennsylvania         

Redemption Rye Barrel Proof Kentucky

Sonoma Country Rye                                              California               

Wheat Whisky

Roughstock Montana Spring Montana                 

Single malt

Wasmund’s                                                             Virginia                               

Flavored

Rocky Mountain Blackberry    Colorado              

White Dog

Corsair Wry Moon                                   Kentucky                

Japan

Nikka Coffey Grain whisky                                                                 

Ichiro’s Malt and Grain                                                                                          

Togouchi Premium Blended whisky                                      

Nikka Coffey Malt whisky                                                                       

Suntory Hibiki 12 year old Blended whisky           

Nikka Yoichi 10 year old                                                              

Suntory Hakushu 12 year old single malt                           

Nikka from the Barrel                                                                                           

Nikka Pure Black Malt                                                                                           

Chichibu 2009 the floor malted                                                             

Suntory The Yamasaki 18 year old single malt    

Miyagikyo 10 year old single malt                                 

Miyagikyo 12 year old single malt                                         

Canada

Pendleton Blended Canadian whisky                                    

Potter 24 year old Indian Corn whisky                  

Irish 

Teeling small batch                blended whisky                     

Tyrconnell single malt                                                                                        

The Wild Geese single malt                                                                  

Titanic Blend 5 Year Old Belfast Distillery                            

Glendalough 7 Year Old                                                                        

English 

The English whisky company chapter 6                              

The English whisky company chapter 13                        

Wales 

Penderyn Madeira Cask single malt                                   

Penderyn Sherry Wood Single malt                                      

Australia 

Sullivans Cove Double Cask  – Tasmania                             

Lime burners M104  – Western Australia                            

New Zealand           

Milford 15 year old  single malt                                                             

The Oamaruvian 16 year Double wood 1999     

France     

Armorik single malt                                                                                         

India 

Amrut Fusion Single Malt                                                                 

Holland

Millstone 100 month old rye                                                                

Millstone  5 year old lightly peated                                        

Germany

Slyrs single malt                                                                                                  

Sweden

Mackmyra single malt                                                                                        

Smogan the sherry project                                                                   

Svenska Eldvatten Vintage 1994 blended scotch

Finland

Teerenpeli  Kaski single malt                                                            

Scotland

Auchentoshan Three Wood Single Malt Whisky 750ml $59.99

Bunnahabhain Ceobanach Peated Single Malt Whisky 750ml  $84.99

Bunnahabhain Toiteach Peated Single Malt Whisky 750ml $65.99

Deanston 12 year old Un-chillfiltered Single Malt Whisky 750ml  $49.99

Glendronach Cask Strength Batch #2 Single Malt Whisky 750ml  $89.99

Isle of Jura 16 Year Old Single Malt Whisky 750ml  $62.99

Longrow 18 year old, Campbeltown Single Malt Whisky 750ml (Previously $200)  $179.99

Old Pulteney 12 year old Single Malt Whisky 750ml  $36.99

Springbank 12 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky 750ml  $84.99

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BALLANTINE’S LAUNCHES FIRST 21 YEAR OLD SIGNATURE OAK EDITION EXCLUSIVE TO GLOBAL TRAVEL RETAIL

Ballantine’s, the No.2 Scotch whisky in the world, has unveiled Ballantine’s 21 Year Old Signature Oak Edition – European Oak, the first of two new limited editions exclusive to Global Travel Retail. The release of an additional Signature Edition created with American oak will follow to complete the special pair of bottlings, making each a collector’s item for whisky enthusiasts.

The Signature Oak Edition – European Oak has been skilfully crafted by Ballantine’s Master Blender Sandy Hyslop and showcases the characteristics and flavours that European oak contributes to the original 21 Year Old blend.

Ensuring this newest expression stays true to the award-winning taste profile of Ballantine’s 21 Year Old, selected whiskies have been matured in quality sherry casks of European oak. Larger than American oak casks, these vessels help to deliver a unique flavour due to their effect on the ageing process.

Ballantine’s Master Blender Sandy Hyslop commented: “I nose each and every cask to ensure a balance between the liquid and the wood, something George Ballantine – a pioneer in the art of maturing whisky in quality casks – would have approved of. With the Ballantine’s 21 Year Old Signature Oak Editions, I wanted to pay tribute to our founder and release expressions that demonstrate to consumers how cask maturation and oak influence transform our whisky. Providing a rich taste profile, the European oak has enhanced the notes of raisin, fruitcake, sherry and spice within the 21 Year Old blend so I am certain that it will become a must-have addition to the cabinet of selective whisky collectors.”

Peter Moore, Global Brand Director for Ballantine’s, added: “The Signature Oak Editions will engage consumers with an interesting journey across different types of cask maturation. Supporting the launch of the Ballantine’s 21 Year Old Signature Oak Edition – European Oak, our Global Travel Retail displays will highlight different elements that consumers can relate to. We will focus on colour, taste and smell to showcase how European oak casks produce a very specific effect on our selected malts, enhancing the quality and personality of our whisky.

“Consumers purchasing through Global Travel Retail are looking for innovation and uniqueness beyond what they can buy in domestic markets. I’m confident that Ballantine’s fans and whisky connoisseurs alike will enjoy the Ballantine’s 21 Year Old Signature Oak Edition – European Oak and look forward to our next launch to complete this special collectors’ set.”

Available in Global Travel Retail, the Ballantine’s 21 Year Old Signature Oak Edition – European Oak is bottled at 40% ABV and available to purchase at an RRP of $225 USD. The release of the Signature Oak Editions builds on the success of the Ballantine’s 17 Year Old Signature Distillery Editions, launched in 2012, which paid tribute to four key signature malts in the 17 Year Old blend and the distilleries that produce them.

 

About Ballantine’s
Ballantine’s is the No.1 Scotch whisky in Europe and the No.2 Scotch whisky in the world with the range selling over 70 million bottles a year worldwide. Ballantine’s has won more than 130 trophies and medals at international competitions in the past 10 years for its outstanding quality, as a result of its unique richness of character and perfect balance. The range, from Ballantine’s Finest to the exclusive 40 Year Old, is the most extensive in the world of Scotch and is maintained by Master Blender Sandy Hyslop, continuing the brand’s tradition of Master Blenders that dates back to 1827. In 2013, Ballantine’s continued its innovative approach by launching Ballantine’s Brasil, a spirit drink made from selectively cask steeping Scotch whisky with Brazilian lime peel.
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About Chivas Brothers
Chivas Brothers is the Scotch whisky and premium gin business of Pernod Ricard, the world’s co-leader in wines and spirits. Chivas Brothers’ award-winning portfolio features some of the world’s most revered Scotch whisky brands including Chivas Regal, the world’s first luxury whisky and the No.1 Scotch whisky in China; Ballantine’s, Europe’s No.1 Scotch whisky; The Glenlivet, the world’s No.1 single malt whisky; and Royal Salute, the world’s only exclusively prestige Scotch whisky range. The portfolio also includes two of the world’s leading English gins – Beefeater, the world’s most awarded premium gin, and Plymouth gin – plus a selection of highly acclaimed single malt whiskies, including Aberlour, Longmorn, Scapa, Strathisla and Tormore. The range is completed by a collection of blended Scotch whiskies operating in many of the world’s key whisky markets which includes 100 Pipers, Clan Campbell, Something Special and Passport Scotch.
www.chivasspirit.com

@ChivasNewsRoom

About Pernod Ricard
Pernod Ricard is the world’s co-leader in wines and spirits with consolidated Sales of € 8,558 million in 2014/15. Created in 1975 by the merger of Ricard and Pernod, the Group has undergone sustained development, based on both organic growth and acquisitions: Seagram (2001), Allied Domecq (2005) and Vin&Sprit (2008). Pernod Ricard holds one of the most prestigious brand portfolios in the sector: Absolut Vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine’s, Chivas Regal, Royal Salute and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey, Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Kahlúa and Malibu liqueurs, Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes, as well Jacob’s Creek, Brancott Estate, Campo Viejo, Graffigna and Kenwood wines. Pernod Ricard employs a workforce of approximately 18,000 people and operates through a decentralised organisation, with 6 “Brand Companies” and 80 “Market Companies” established in each key market. Pernod Ricard is strongly committed to a sustainable development policy and encourages responsible consumption. Pernod Ricard’s strategy and ambition are based on 3 key values that guide its expansion: entrepreneurial spirit, mutual trust and a strong sense of ethics. Pernod Ricard is listed on Euronext (Ticker: RI; ISIN code: FR0000120693) and is part of the CAC 40 index.
www.pernod-ricard.com

Select ‘Distillers Edition’ single malts – now On Sale.
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Scotch lovers and bargain hunters rejoice!

Right now, select Distillers Edition single malt scotches are on Sale. It’s the perfect opportunity to get a jump on Holiday shopping. Or perhaps the perfect excuse to finally get a ‘D.E.” for yourself. These particular single malts are annual releases, so this Sale is ‘while supplies last’.

Feel free to contact us with any questions.

Cheers!
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New York, NY 10016
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United States – Kentucky

Colonel E.H. Taylor Jr. Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon 750ml $64.99

Johnny Drum Private Stock 101 proof Bourbon 750ml $39.99 View

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Glenlochy 1979 Rare Old (2015) Whisky

Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Kilchoman 2008 Vintage & PX Finish ImpEx Exclusive are now in!

Established in 2005, Kilchoman  is one of the smallest distilleries in Scotland. Based on a farm on the rugged west coast of Islay, Kilchoman was the first distillery to be built on the island for 125 years. Kilchoman displays all that is great about the grass-roots traditions of Scotch whisky distilling. As well as being one of only a handful of distilleries still practicing floor malting, barley is also grown on the farm, making Kilchoman the only distillery to complete all parts of the whisky making process on site. Kilchoman truly is Islay’s farm distillery – from barley to bottling.

Kilchoman 2008 Vintage 46% ABV

This is Kilchoman’s first ever seven year old single malt, the most mature expression to be released by the Islay distillery since its establishment in 2005. The Limited Edition 2008 Vintage is a vatting of fresh ex American bourbon barrels filled in July 2008 and bottled in August 2015. This latest release is a continuation of Kilchoman’s by-annually released Vintage range, the distillery having previously bottled 2006 and 2007 Vintages. Anthony Wills, Kilchoman Founder and Managing Director; ‘The 2008 Vintage is a classic bourbon barrel aged Kilchoman however the additional maturation has added layers of soft fruit and sweetness not seen in previous releases.’    SRP $100/btl

Kilchoman PX Sherry Cask Finish (#680/2010) ImpEx Exclusive 57.2% alc

This is a single cask release initially matured in an ex-Bourbon barrel before being transferred into a Pedro Ximenez Sherry cask for a 4 month finishing period, prior to being bottled at cask strength. ImpEx Exclusive.  SRP $140/btl

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

 

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NEW RELEASES FROM SPRINGBANK/GLENGYLE!!

Firstly, just a quick update on the latest Society bottling. The bottling became fully reserved within 6 days which is a new record for a Society bottling so thank you to everyone who has ordered! Everyone who has placed an order should now have had a reply so thank you for your patience with this and I look forward to getting all remaining orders processed and sent within the next week or so. If you have emailed and not received a reply then please let me know ASAP.

In other news, we are releasing not one, not two but THREE new releases this week!! Before I tell you about them, please note that if you wish to order any of the bottles from us then you have to phone our shop directly on +44 (0) 1586 55 1710 (option 1). Each of the new releases is extremely limited and are likely to sell out within the first few hours so I will not be able to keep track of how many bottles the shop have.

Now to the details…the first new release is the 2015 version of our Springbank Green. This whisky is 13 years old, was made using organic barley and has been fully matured in sherry casks. It has been bottled at 46% and there are 9,000 bottles available for worldwide distribution. The retail price for the Springbank Green is £60.00 and unfortunately Society Members will not receive the 10% discount on this. The tasting notes for the new Springbank Green are:

Nose: Sweet cereal notes are accompanied with raisin butter, apple crumble, kiwi fruit and turkish delight. 

Palate: The palate is fruity with raisins and orange zest to the fore. Marzipan, vanilla and soft sherry notes are also present. 

Finish: A long, medium dry finish with classic Springbank sweet salty notes, along with hints of bung cloth and fig rolls.  

The second new release is the 2015 edition of the famous Springbank 25 year old. This whisky has been matured in a combination of sherry and bourbon casks before being married together in port casks. It has been bottled at 46% and is limited to only 900 bottles worldwide. The price of the Springbank 25 year old is £350.00 and again, unfortunately there will be no Society discount offered on this. The tasting notes for the 2015 Springbank 25 year old are:

Nose: The nose is light and fruity with notes of red apples and blueberries. Honeycomb and milk chocolate provide a sweet creaminess, which combines well with traditional dunnage warehouse aromas. 

Palate: Very well balanced with notes of toffee apple, brandy butter, liquorice, milk chocolate and honeycomb.  Finish: Long and bold with light spices and black pepper immediately recognisable against a backdrop of dried peat. Butterscotch follows up at the end. 

The third and final new release this week comes from our sister distillery, Glengyle. As many of you will be aware, 2016 will be an exciting year for Kilkerran whisky as it will turn 12 years old and we will release that as the first core range product from Glengyle Distillery.

As a treat for our UK customers right now, we are releasing a special single cask bottling which was distilled in May 2006 and bottled in October 2015. The whisky has been matured in a calvados cask, has been bottled at a cask strength of 57.3% and is extremely limited with only 282 bottles available. The price of this bottling is £52.00 and again because it is so limited, Society Members will not receive their discount on this. The tasting notes for the new Kilkerran UK Single Cask are:

Nose: Green apples, grapes, pear drops, pineapple and barley sugar. 

Palate: Barley sugar is fairly prominent. Rich and buttery with stewing citrus fruits and mint. 

Finish: Long, dry with tobacco, hints of peat and earthy notes. 

All three bottlings will begin arriving in stores this week and will be available in our Campbeltown shop from today (Thursday 29th October) and will also of course be available in our Cadenhead shops in Edinburgh and London as well as other retailers. In addition, our European Cadenhead shops will be receiving stock of the Springbank Green and Springbank 25 year old in the coming weeks.

Please remember, if you would like to order any of the above bottles from our Campbeltown shop then you must contact them directly as I cannot take orders for the three new bottlings. You can telephone the shop on +44 (0) 1586 55 1710 (option 1). 

Many thanks and best regards,

Mairi

Mairi Paterson

For the Springbank Society

To join the Springbank Society contact Mairi at society@springbankwhisky.com

Glenmorangie
A Midwinter Night’s Dram Whisky

Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky

$128.62

Glenmorangie A Midwinter Night’s Dram Highland single malt Scotch whiskey. This Limited Edition whisky is inspired by the great Scottish winters. Matured in Bourbon casks made from American white oak.

Aroma: Notes of orange marmalade, toffee, walnuts and mulled wine; tones of wine-soaked fruit, Christmas cake and a distinct whiff of musk or incense.

Taste: A rich, warming, peppery texture leading into myriad flavours of chocolate orange, ginger, walnuts, praline and some sweet butter candy.

Finish: A soft, medium strength, creamy finish, with further notes of malt biscuit and plump raisins.

Glenmorangie malt whisky Distillery was established in 1843 by William Matheson at Morangie Farm where distilling had been practiced as early as 1703. Glenmorangie is situated on the shore of the Dornoch Firth at Tain in Scotland’s Highland whisky region. Tall gin stills were installed rather than shorter whisky stills when the distillery was established and so Glenmorangie has ten of the tallest whisky stills in Scotland standing  5.14m tall. Glenmorangie Distillery has a visitor centre which offers distillery tours.