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GOLDEN DRAM The Macallan M at The Whisky Shop – Scotch Whisky News

Macallan M 2022

The Macallan M Collection was created to showcase the ‘Six Pillars’ which encompass the distillery’s guiding principles: natural colour, mastery, curiously small spirit stills, The Estate, exceptional oak casks and sherry wine. Each expression is presented in a stunning Lalique crystal decanter, and at natural colour.

£4,999.00

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The Macallan; amongst the most iconic brand’s in Scotland boasts some of the most amazing whiskies in the world. The Macallan M is one of the most prestigious expressions in their collection.  We have partnered with our friends at The Macallan to offer one lucky customers the opportunity to win a bottle of Macallan M!  Worth £4999, this could be added to your collection this month. So what do you need to do? Just purchase a qualifying bottle of The Macallan on or before Sunday 29th June to enter the Golden Dram.

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Free Next Day Delivery for 12 Months For just £14.95 you can enjoy free next day delivery on all your orders for a whole year! Geographic restrictions apply, see full T&Cs. Find out more

FIELDEN RYE WHISKY at The Whisky Exchange – English Whisky News

FIELDEN RYE WHISKY

One of the standout producers of English whisky, Fielden was created with the aim of showcasing British grain in contemporary and creative whiskies. Matching a field-to-glass ethos with an emphasis on vibrant flavours, its range of permanent rye whiskies and limited editions are winning fans in the UK and beyond.

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This rye whisky is made using heritage grains from regenerative farming projects across England. Fielden was created in collaboration with archaeobotanist John Letts who has been studying and growing ancient cereals for the past 30 years. Pot distilled and aged in a combination of American oak and selected wine casks – including Sauternes and Moscatel – this is a big, chewy whisky with plenty of character. You can expect notes of brambles and wildflowers with fresh sourdough, vanilla caramel, black pepper and a hint of spearmint.

Old Particular Secret Speyside 14 Years Old – Scotch Whisky News

Old Particular Secret Speyside 14 Years Old

Discover the Secret, Savour the Flavour

At Douglas Laing, we’re Fanatical About Flavour. Our latest Secret Single Cask bottlings are bold, unrepeatable celebrations of taste — handpicked for their depth, character, and individuality.

We’ve kept the distillery’s name under wraps to let the Whisky speak for itself. Expect a full-bodied medley of lush dark fruits, rich treacle, and polished oak, unfolding into chocolate-dipped cherries, stewed plums, and a whisper of toasted hazelnut.

No preconceptions. Just pure flavour.

EXPLORE THE SECRET CASK

Highland Laird Port Charlotte 2008 – Aged 15 Years – Bartels Whisky News

Port Charlotte 2008 – Aged 15 Years

£130.00

Single Cask Bottling | First Fill Bourbon Barrel | Cask Strength – 62.3% | Natural Colour | Islay Region | 70cl

A rare first fill bourbon cask of Port Charlotte distilled at Bruichladdich distillery. This is the heavily peated variant of their distillations and is quite rare to see as an independent bottling. Distilled on Islay its peated and coastal character is well regarded amongst enthusiasts. Ours is a single cask, cask strength bottling. Bottled in 2023, these 220 bottles produced won’t be around for long.

Nose: Seaweed and salt, slight citrus tone, cigar smoke.

Palate: Hints of oak with enough peat to warm but not overpower. some white fruity sweetness and hint of biscuit.

Finish: Warming peat, bread and spice

Tasting notes by Bartels

Mark’s Whisky Ramblings 568: Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2014 Blackadder for The Whiskybarn – Scotch Whisky News

Mark’s Whisky Ramblings 568: Ben Nevis 10 Year Old 2014 Blackadder for The Whiskybarn

Mark Dermul, Belgian whisky blogger, tries a young, sherried and fiery Ben Nevis. The Whiskybarn is a fantastic whisky shop in Daknam near Lokeren, run by the always friendly Jonas Calu. He teamed up with Blackadder, the well-known independent bottler, to release a splendid bottling. Jonas fell in love (and had his taste buds charmed) by a young Ben Nevis that will knock you out with its alcohol content. Yet, the beautiful color is so tempting that you won’t be able to resist it.

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Japanese Whisky Distilleries at Maltstock 2025 – Japanese Whisky News

4個のジャパニーズウイスキー蒸留所がモルトストック2025に参戦

As spring is progressing and we slide into summer, so is our program. And we have some exciting and relaxed news for you! Maltstock 2025 will feature a relaxed small wave of 4 Japanese distilleries and an independent bottler! This is very relaxed, but very special too as you would be hard pressed to find a better opportunity to get to know these wonderful companies, their people and their spirits. Scroll down quickly to find out more about our relaxed Japanese guests this year! (for our Japanese readers… we hope Google translate hasn’t slaughtered the translation of the title…)

Annette, Bob, Klaas, Stan and Teun

Japanese Whisky companies @ Maltstock

Wakatsuru Saburomaru Distillery

Saburomaru distillery is situated in Tonami City and renowned for its regional approach to making small batched of highly regarded whiskies. We will be joined by Takahiko Inagaki and Natsuyo Ueda who will tell us all about this distillery and their Zemon stills during the Friday evening masterclass, which is shared with Kameda distillery. Saborumaru will also be featured in Drinks with sessions.

Niigata Kameda Distillery

Established in March 2019, Kameda distillery doen’t follow tradition, but is all about innovation! Modern distilling with sustainability in mind and focussed on making great spirits… We are so curious to hear their story. You can too as Hiroyuki Doda will feature in the shared Masterclass with Saburomaru and Drinks with… sessions!

Ontake Distillery

Kagoshima City in Kagoshima prefecture is the place of origin for Ontake whisky. It was established in 2019 and produces whisky predominantly for private cask owners. So, enter the world of very exclusive spirits! Yasuaki Shirani (Yasu) from Japan Craft Spirits will be present to tell us all about it at his Drinks with… sessions!

Chichibu Distillery

Already announced, but we cannot not write about Chichibu (and Yumi) in this context! We are so stoked to be able to announce that long-time Maltstock guest and fan Yumi Yoshikawa will be with us once again. Come and meet her, share a dram and attend her relaxed Drinks with sessions!

T&T Toyama Independent bottlers

T&T Toyama is Japan’s first independent bottler focussing on Japanese distillers, seeking out great whiskies and bottling them for the demanding Japanese connaisseurs! Be among the first in Europe to savour their whiskies and get acquainted with the story of this young and daring company as told by Koumei Shimono and Takahiko Inagaki.

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4個のジャパニーズウイスキー蒸留所がモルトストック2025に参戦

Old Particular Secret Islay 9 Years Old – Scotch Whisky News

Old Particular

Secret Islay 9 Years Old

At Douglas Laing, we don’t chase trends – we chase flavour.

Our Old Particular “Secrets Series” strips away preconceptions with a sleek black bottle and keeps the distillery a mystery – because only one thing matters: taste.

Meet the Secret Islay 9 Years Old – a bold, unapologetic dram from one of Islay’s iconic distilleries.

Expect smouldering peat, charred citrus, and a long, lingering finish of salted toffee. No shortcuts. No chill-filtration. No distractions. Just the Whisky, raw and revealing.

This isn’t Whisky for label-chasers. It’s for flavour fanatics.

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A Landmark Moment: The English Chapter 18 – English Whisky News

Douglas Laing Fèis Ìle 2025 Edition – Scotch Whisky News

Fèis Ìle 2025 Edition

Bottled to commemorate the world-famous Fèis Ìle, the new Big Peat Fèis Ìle 2025 Edition marks a proud return to the rugged island where it all began – Islay.

Crafted from a Vintage 2010, this year’s release captures over a decade of pure Islay distinction. Matured in Refill Hogsheads to let Big Peat’s bold, maritime character shine. Expect layers of sweet smoke, salty sea breeze, and that signature smoky BBQ finish that peat lovers crave.

Unmistakably Islay. Unapologetically Big Peat.

Whether you’re raising a dram at the festival or from afar, this bottling is your invitation to join the celebration.

Shop the Fèis Ìle 2025 Edition – while it lasts.

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Virginia Distillery ‘Dad Deserves More Than Socks: Unique Gifts Under $100’ 🥃🎁 – American Single Malt Whisky News

This Father’s Day, skip the predictable gifts and surprise Dad with something extraordinary. Explore our handpicked selection of American Single Malt Whisky gifts crafted for dads who appreciate exceptional spirits and unique experiences.Under $100 for Whisky Blending Kit Experience + Custom Bottle

His Day. His Whisky. This Father’s Day, give Dad the experience of crafting his own whisky.  The Draftsmen Blending Kit invites him to create his very own American Single Malt Whisky.  First, he will receive a kit with three cask samples to taste and blend.  Then, using the included gift code, he can order a full-size bottle of his custom creation.  Your purchase includes:

  • Draftsmen Blending Kit
    Three 50ml cask samples, glass, dropper, and instructions
  • Gift Certificate
    Can be used to purchase a 750ml bottle of his custom Draftsmen blend
  • Shipping

Free shipping on the kit. Additional shipping will apply for the final bottle based on location.

PURCHASE THE DRAFTSMEN EXPERIENCE


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