This week Joe Ellis reviews The Glenlivet 18 Year Old Single Malt.

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In 1966, President Lyndon B. Johnson issued the first presidential proclamation honoring fathers, designating the third Sunday in June as Father’s Day.
For all the hours your father has given you,  give him something back.

Springbank 21 Year Old Lombard Jewels of Scotland Bottling Single Malt Scotch

Springbank 21 Year Old Lombard Jewels of Scotland Bottling Single Malt Scotch. The whisky shows a polished golden color, with apples, bananas, tropical fruit, pie crust, sandalwood and a touch of brine on the nose. The palate really opens up the tropical fruit – mangos – a rich oily texture, and a little bit more smoke than you typically get from Springbank, not at all a bad thing. It finishes up with more smoke, brazil nuts, and tropical fruits. A truly lovely and mouth coating whisky. D&M Tasting Notes

This is a cask that we choose from the independent bottler, Lombard Jewels of Scotland. It was distilled July 8,1991 and bottled for us June 20 2013. Bottled at cask strength 49.7% ABV from a Bourbon Hogshead yielding only 263 bottles.

Aged in a bourbon hogshead, allowing the distillery character to shine through. Fresh, lively and inviting (especially for its age), with a complex array of tropical and summer fruit, peppered with brine, vanilla, and a hint of baker’s chocolate. An oily texture adds weight. Dry, deliciously appetizing finish. An excellent aperitif whisky, but enjoyable anytime.

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91 Points Whisky Advocate, (Vol 22,#4) Reviewed by:John Hansell $314.99

Whisky Ramblings Via Video #112

Mark Dermul, Belgian Whiskyblogger, tries a Ledaig. Did you know that the Tobermory Distillery was named the Ledaig Distillery until 1979? Nowadays both malts are bottled at 46,3%, thus making chill filtration redundant, but I tried an older bottling with no age statement at 42%. Very quaffable, but far from complex.

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1995 Craigellachie 18 Year Old Hepburn’s Choice K&L Exclusive Single Sherry Butt Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky 750ml ($99.99)

It wouldn’t be a whisky season without some big rich sherried malt to round out the selection. Craigellachie is becoming a serious force now that the owners have finally decided it should be marketed as a single malt. This exceptional distillery was almost exclusively reserved for the blends until very recently, but the heightened profile means that procuring more in the future might become more difficult. That’s why we knew we had to jump on this spectacular sherried ‘llachie. This has everything you want in a sherried malt and nothing that you don’t. It starts with a slight flintiness (don’t worry it’s not sulfur, just a spark on the front), this quickly blows off to reveal a magnificent bouquet of dried cherries, fudgy cacao nibs, roasted coffee beans, and freshly polished sandalwood. The dark aromas translate well to the palate, but never go bitter and the malty spirit adds lift and sweetness. Here is a truly balanced sherried malt like none other on the shelf right now. Sure we all sometimes love a big hammer of sherry right in your sensory organs, but sometimes you want the sweet velvety caress of that special wine from Jerez. Balanced, yet not lacking depth or power in anyway.
Jeffrey Jones | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: April 06, 2015

For fans of sherry-aged single malts the Craigellachie 18 is an absolute bargain. It is mouth-filling, with rich and round flavors. In my tasting notes I wrote “Wow.” For fans of Macallan 18 who want to branch out and try a similar yet different whisky.

David Othenin-Girard | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: March 25, 2015

This massive cask is definitely one of my favorites from this year. Craigellachie is a wonderful and under-appreciated distillery that’s only now getting recognition as a true Scottish Blue Chip. Its OB 17-year offering has recently won Speyside whisky of the year and this 18-year-old first-fill sherry version is another example of why the distillery is so well regarded by those in the know. Here we have some really classic sherry aromas, some fudge, wisps of gun smoke, dark dried plummy fruit. The palate dries up nicely (this is definitely Oloroso, not PX), but still brings out some Christmas cake and other dense fruity/spicy aromas. A real winner and an absolute steal considering where other malts in first-fill sherry are fetching these days.

David Driscoll | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: March 03, 2015

For those who enjoyed the sherry casks we once were able to secure from Glendronach, this is our current replacement–and it’s far less expensive. Lovely richness, cakebread and spice, good weight on the palate. It’s a solid 18 year old sherry-aged whisky for an outstanding price.

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United States – Bourbon and Rye

• Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon 750ml (ships as a 1.5L) – 12 available ($24.99)

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Japan – Single Malt Scotch

• Suntory Hakushu 12 Year Old Japanese Peated Single Malt Whisky 750ml (Elsewhere $70) – 1 available ($59.99)

Scotland – Single Malt Scotch

• Bruichladdich Octomore 6.1 Heavily Peated Islay Single Malt Whisky 750ml (Previously $200) – 3 available ($149.99)

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Jane Overeem of Overeem Whisky is interviewed at Malt

Jane Overeem of the award-winning Tasmanian whisky brand Overeem Whisky is interviewed at malt-review.com  Jane talks about progress at the distillery since it has been acquired by the Lark Distillery, as well as matters such as the Tasmanian whisky scene and her father Casey Overeem’s ‘semi-retirement’.

To read the interview visit malt-review.com

About The Workshop:

Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner there surely is a dram for all occasions!  

Together we will explore the art of matching the unique and celebrated flavours of single malts with food in a fun and interactive workshop. No other drink in the world can offer the range of flavours found in whiskies which makes it the perfect accompaniment to almost any food. In this workshop we will look at three courses of classic pairings and why they work so well. For a limited time tickets are available for just £15 which represents unbelievable value for money.

Tickets are now just £15 (reduced from £25!!) and are available now from the Stoke-on-Trent Whisky Festival website at stokewhiskyfestival.co.uk. The price includes all the food samples and whisky. Please email: info@boomwhisky.co.uk for any more information. 

About The Festival: 

Stoke’s annual whisky festival is to be held on Saturday 4th July 2015 at The Jubilee Hall, Stoke-on-Trent. The venue is part of Stoke Town Hall, a stunning grade II listed Victorian building dating back to 1834; allowing you to enjoy the beauty of the venue as you sample the fantastic range of whiskies on offer. Tickets are available now from the Stoke-on-Trent Whisky Festival website at stokewhiskyfestival.co.uk. 

About Boom Whisky: 

Boom Whisky is a tasting event group based in Manchester. They aim to offer an entertaining yet informative take on whisky tasting. Boom Whisky are available for private events, bar staff training as well as hosting a range of themed whisky tastings across Manchester’s bars and pubs. More information available at www.boomwhisky.co.uk.

“The Queen of the Hebrides” Islay, home to Ardbeg and Laphroaig Distilleries. 1815 marks the beginning of these two iconic peaty whiskies. So grab a bottle and toast to their 200 Year Anniversaries.

Ardbeg Perpetuum Single Malt Scotch Whisky Ardbeg’s past, present, future – in a bottle.$99.99

Ardbeg 10 Year Old, Distillery Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky Stupendous spices add an extra dimension to the already complex story unfolding on the palate.$44.99

Ardbeg Auriverdes Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky Leaner than some Ardbegs, but lusciously spicy all the same. ****(4 Stars)/Highly Recommended, Spirit Journal September 2014$92.99

Laphroaig Quarter Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky Smoky and accented with hints of coconut and banana aromas.$59.99

Laphroaig Cairdeas Single Malt Scotch Whisky Finishes long, smoky, delicately sweet. ****(4 Stars)/Highly Recommended Spirit Journal December 2014 $81.99

Laphroaig 25 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky Finishing very long and warming leaving a distinct tang of Islay.$499.99

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They grow up so fast!

It’s hard to believe that fifteen years ago saw the birth of Compass Box. To celebrate this milestone we have released a very special, very old Limited Edition grain whisky: Hedonism Quindecimus – available to enjoy just in time for Father’s Day.  

Using grain whiskies of varying ages from four distilleries across Scotland, Hedonism Quindecimus is a Blended Grain Scotch  of unusual complexity. Indulgent yet lively, you will find rich juxtapositions of flavour as deep, sweet caramel coconut succulence combines with exultant tropical fruits.

And so – as one proud parent might to another – we invite you to join us in a celebratory toast.  To all of you who have joined us on the journey since our first bottling.  To fifteen years of joyful pleasure.  And – of course – to the spirit of occasional, unabashed excess.

Customer Favourites

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Whether you’re looking for a light, sweet whisky like Aberfeldy, something rich and fruity like The Balvenie or something smokier like The Bowmore, we’ve got a whisky to suit every taste. Our customer favourites range has been chosen by what our customers have told us they like best – so you’ll definitely find something you’ll enjoy.

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Dalmore 15 year old  Engraved 

Dalmore 15 year old spends twelve years maturing in American white oak ex-bourbon casks, then a three year finish in three different sherry woods – Amoroso, Apostoles and Matusalem oloroso. A robust, yet elegant spirit. This Father’s Day, we’re giving you the chance to make your Dalmore extra special with a personalised engraved message on the back of the bottle.

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Hudson Baby Bourbon 

Hudson is the first whiskey to be produced in New York since the prohibition and is also the first bourbon ever produced in the state. This award-winning bourbon is perfect for any bourbon fan. It’s a perfect base for a classic Old Fashioned cocktail – just mix 25ml of sugar syrup together with a couple of dashes of bitters of your choice with a slice of orange, add a generous measure of Hudson Baby Bourbon, stir and serve.

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