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Whisky Hammer August 2021 Auction Now Live – Whisky Hammer News

Our August auction is now LIVE!

Place your bids from Friday 20th August until Sunday 29th August.

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Every month, we present an incredible selection of whiskies and other fine spirits to our members right across the globe. You will find everything here from limited edition releases and vintage bottles to whole casks of rare whisky. There is certainly something for everyone – whether you are looking to collect, invest or enjoy!

     

Macallan – Red Collection (40 Year Old, 50 Year Old & 78 Year old)

Laphroaig – 1984 (Samaroli)

 Karuizawa – 29 Year Old (1984)

Glendronach – 44 Year Old (1968)   

Selling whisky? Why not arrange the pick-up of your bottles using our global courier service? If you’re based in Scotland, you might want to arrange the personal collection of your bottles. Wherever you’re based in the world, we will make getting your bottles into our monthly auction as simple as possible. Get in touch with the Whisky Hammer team now by dropping them a message at sales@whiskyhammer.co.uk.

GlenAllachie 31 Years at The Whisky Barrel – Scotch Whisky News

GlenAllachie 31 Years

Single Rioja cask #4011 bottled 2021 for the UK Market. 304 bottles.

£545.00

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Glenallachie 31 Year Old 1989 vintage Speyside single malt Scotch whisky. Single Rioja Barrique #4011 bottled February 2021 for the United Kingdom market. 304 numbered bottles.

NOSE: Ripe bananas, raisins, pineapple and hints of mocha.
TASTE: Brimming with raisins and almonds, followed by pineapple, mocha and cinnamon.

Glenallachie Distillery is a Speyside distillery sitting on the eastern edge of Ben Rinnes mountain where it is rather exposed to the elements and is often to be see sitting within the snowline. A modern building and its architect William Delmé-Evans created a distillery which is rather pleasing on the eye. Glenallachie was commissioned in 1967 with two stills which increased to four in 1989 in order to meet blenders ever increasing demand for Glenallachie malt whisky. Whilst official releases are few independent releases are more numerous with those from Signatory Vintage and Cadenheads proving popular.

The Glengoyne Legacy Series: Chapter Two wins gold – Scotch Whisky News

The Legacy Series: Chapter Two wins gold

It was the Legacy Series that impressed the judging panel at this year’s prestigious IWSC awards by winning gold, with the judges noting it to be “…a most attractive single malt.”

Matured in two distinct cask types, hand-selected bourbon and refill sherry casks. Glengoyne Legacy Series, Chapter Two has a well-balanced palate with notes of apple crumble, green grapes, gentle spice and finishes with hints of sweet oak and dates.

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Balblair 2005/2021 Highland Single Malt Exclusive To The Whisky Exchange ~ Scotch Whisky News

BALBLAIR 2005
SINGLE CASK

A very fruity Balblair chosen by our team due to its balance of orchard and tropical fruit character – sweet apples and pears with lashings of melon, lemon and vanilla. A 2005 Balblair single malt, matured in a single cask and bottled in 2021 exclusively for The Whisky Exchange. Aromas of ripe pears, green apples and sweet camomile fill the nose, complemented by notes of honeydew melons, lemon bon-bons, Pink Lady apples and vanilla throughout the palate, with hints of grapefruit lingering in the finish.

£145

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Scotch Malt Whisky Society A CULINARY ADVENTURE – Scotch Whisky News


A CULINARY ADVENTURE

As we’re exploring game-changing food pairings this month, we thought it was a perfect time to unveil this special bottling from the depths of our warehouses.

Cask No. 76.148: Grilled lemon-garlic elk steak is an Old & Dignified bottling packed full of intriguing foodie-inspired tasting notes. Rum-soaked Caribbean black cake, sugary rosemary, green figs in armagnac syrup and elk steak seared in a cast iron skillet – the culinary adventure is endless!

This aged beauty spent 30 years in an ex-bourbon hogshead before being transferred to a first fill oloroso hogshead for a further two years. To experience this once-in-a-lifetime whisky, you can own yours at 2pm today.

Please note that due to the rare nature of this bottling, availability is limited and restricted to one per member. We have created this whisky to be enjoyed and shared by our members so if you are lucky enough to get your hands on it, please do so and don’t flip it.

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E.H. TAYLOR RYE, WELLER FULL PROOF NAMED CHAIRMAN’S TROPHY RECIPIENTS AT 2021 ULTIMATE SPIRITS CHALLENGE – American Whiskey News

E.H. TAYLOR RYE, WELLER FULL PROOF NAMED CHAIRMAN’S TROPHY RECIPIENTS AT 2021 ULTIMATE SPIRITS CHALLENGE

21 Buffalo Trace Distillery spirits recognized 

FRANKFORT, Franklin County, Ky (Aug. 3, 2021) Two Buffalo Trace Distillery whiskies received prestigious Chairman’s Trophies at the 2021 Ultimate Spirits Challenge, and seven other spirits were named Chairman’s Trophy Finalists. Col. E.H. Taylor Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey, and Weller Full Proof claimed the Chairman’s Trophies. Additionally, six Buffalo Trace spirits were deemed a Great Value, nine received Tried & True designations, and two were included in the competition’s Top 100 Spirits.

Those awarded the distinction of “Extraordinary, Ultimate Recommendation” were:

  • E.H. Taylor Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
      • Chairman’s Trophy
      • Top 100 Spirits
  • Weller Full Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
      • Chairman’s Trophy
      • Top 100 Spirits
      • Named a “Great Value”
  • Weller Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
    • Finalist for Chairman’s Trophy
    • Wheatley Vodka
  • Finalist for Chairman’s Trophy
      • Named a “Great Value”
      • “Tried & True” Award

“Excellent, Highly Recommended” honors went to:

  • Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
      • “Tried & True” Award
  • Eagle Rare 17 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
      • Finalist for Chairman’s Trophy
      • “Tried & True” Award
    • Eagle Rare Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
      • Named a “Great Value”
    • Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
      • “Tried & True” Award
    • Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Single Barrel Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
      • “Tried & True” Award
    • Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
      • Finalist for Chairman’s Trophy
  • Stagg Jr. Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
    • Finalist for Chairman’s Trophy
      • Named a “Great Value”
      • “Tried & True” Award
  • George T. Stagg Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
      • “Tried & True” Award
  • Thomas H. Handy Sazerac Kentucky Straight Rye Whiskey
    • Finalist for Chairman’s Trophy
      • “Tried & True” Award
    • Elmer T. Lee Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Finalist for Chairman’s Trophy
      • Named a “Great Value”
  • L. Weller CYPB Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
      • “Tried & True” Award
  • L. Weller 12 Year Old Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
      • Named a “Great Value”
      • “Tried & True” Award
    • W. L. Weller Antique 107 Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • William Larue Weller Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
    • Finalist for Chairman’s Trophy
      • “Tried & True” Award

Awarded “Very Good, Strong Recommendation” was:

  • Old Charter Oak French Oak Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • L. Weller Special Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
  • Buffalo Trace Distillery Bourbon Cream

This competition, in its 12th year, is judged by a panel of the spirit industry’s most renowned judges including award-winning authors, buyers, journalists, educators and bar owners, who rate each spirit on a 100-point scale.

Complete results for the 2021 Ultimate Spirits Challenge can be found at https://www.ultimate-beverage.com/usc-2021/2021-spirits-results.

About Buffalo Trace Distillery

Buffalo Trace Distillery is an American family-owned company based in Frankfort, Franklin County, Kentucky. The Distillery’s rich tradition dates back to 1775 and includes such legends as E.H. Taylor, Jr., George T. Stagg, Albert B. Blanton, Orville Schupp, and Elmer T. Lee.  Buffalo Trace Distillery is a fully operational Distillery producing bourbon, rye and vodka on site and is a National Historic Landmark as well as is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Distillery has won 35 distillery titles since 2000 from such notable publications as Whisky Magazine, Whisky Advocate Magazine and Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Its Col. E. H. Taylor, Jr. Four Grain Bourbon was named World Whiskey of the Year for 2018 and its William Larue Weller and Thomas H. Handy Sazerac were named 2nd and 3rd finest whiskeys in the world for 2020.  Buffalo Trace Distillery has also garnered more than 1,000 awards for its wide range of premium whiskies. To learn more about Buffalo Trace Distillery visit www.buffalotracedistillery.com.

STAGG JR. NAMED BEST BOURBON WHISKEY IN INAUGURAL ASCOT AWARDS – American Whiskey News

STAGG JR. NAMED BEST BOURBON WHISKEY IN INAUGURAL ASCOT AWARDS 

FRANKFORT, Franklin County, Ky (July 13, 2021) Stagg Jr. 131.1 Proof from Buffalo Trace Distillery was recognized as the Best Bourbon Whiskey in the “Best in Class” category of the inaugural 2021 ASCOT Awards.

Introduced in 2013 and named after George T. Stagg, Stagg Jr, is a robust uncut and unfiltered bourbon with tasting notes of rich, sweet, chocolate and brown sugar flavors balanced with bold rye spiciness. The boundless finish lingers with hints of cherries, cloves and smokiness.

“We are humbled to be recognized in the debut of the Ascot Awards,” Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley said. “This award would not be possible without the hard work of such a dedicated team at the Distillery.”

The ASCOT (American Spirit Council of Tasters) Awards is an international spirits competition created by spirits personality and veteran tasting judge, Fred Minnick. The competition, in its debut year, provided a unique opportunity for distillers to have their products recognized through various media outlets and platforms. Entries were blind-tested and graded on a 100 point scale based on a series of criteria relating to appearance, aroma, taste, and finish. Top scores in each class advanced to a championship round where Fred and a second expert blind tasted them.  After two months of blind tasting more than 600 spirits samples with a team of 27 spirits industry professionals, he announced the 2021 winners in honor of National Bourbon Day. The top tier of the categories then faced off in a playoff style to determine their Best in Class. For more information on the ASCOT Awards, visit ascotawards.com.

About Stagg Jr. Bourbon

The Stagg line is named after George T. Stagg, one of the legendary craftsmen of Buffalo Trace Distillery, who was responsible for building the most dominant American distillery of the 19th century on the banks of the Kentucky River, now known as Buffalo Trace Distillery.  Like the man it honors, the Stagg line is bold and robust, consisting of uncut, unfiltered whiskies –  Stagg Jr. and George T. Stagg, part of the Antique Collection.

About Buffalo Trace Distillery

Buffalo Trace Distillery is an American family-owned company based in Frankfort, Franklin County, Kentucky. The Distillery’s rich tradition dates back to 1775 and includes such legends as E.H. Taylor, Jr., George T. Stagg, Albert B. Blanton, Orville Schupp, and Elmer T. Lee.  Buffalo Trace Distillery is a fully operational Distillery producing bourbon, rye and vodka on site and is a National Historic Landmark as well as is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Distillery has won 35 distillery titles since 2000 from such notable publications as Whisky Magazine, Whisky Advocate Magazine and Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Its Col. E. H. Taylor, Jr. Four Grain Bourbon was named World Whiskey of the Year for 2018 and its William Larue Weller and Thomas H. Handy Sazerac were named 2nd and 3rd finest whiskeys in the world for 2020.  Buffalo Trace Distillery has also garnered more than 1,000 awards for its wide range of premium whiskies. To learn more about Buffalo Trace Distillery visit www.buffalotracedistillery.com.

BRUSH CREEK DISTILLERY EXPANDS FIRST LINE OF SPIRITS INTO TEXAS AND COLORADO – American Whiskey News

BRUSH CREEK DISTILLERY EXPANDS FIRST LINE OF SPIRITS INTO TEXAS AND COLORADO

Four Ultra-Premium Products Introduce True Spirit of the American West to First Markets Outside of Wyoming

(Saratoga, Wyo.) – August X, 2021 – Brush Creek Distillery, a small-batch distiller set in the one-of-a-kind epicurean center of world-renowned Brush Creek Ranch, announced today the launch of its first line of Brush Creek spirits into Texas and Colorado – the first markets outside of the Distillery’s home state of Wyoming. The spirits are distilled and crafted on-site at The Farm at Brush Creek, embracing Wyoming’s local and natural resources and using the finest ingredients. The first batches of Brush Creek Straight Bourbon, Brush Creek Straight Rye can now be found in liquor stores, restaurants and bars across Texas and Colorado.

“The heart of our vision has always been to share the inspiration and pioneering spirit of the West with others,” said Andrew Wason, Managing Director of Brush Creek Distillery. “Due to the small-batch nature of our system, these spirits are very unique and exclusive, and we are elated to launch them in the first two markets outside of Wyoming.”

Wason helped launch Brush Creek Distillery in 2019, fulfilling a long-held vision to produce spirits at Brush Creek Ranch. Earlier this year, the Distillery appointed Philip Mundt as Head Distiller and Production Manager. A native of Colorado and previous Production Manager at Stranahan’s Colorado Whiskey, Mundt brings more than a decade of industry experience to Wyoming where he oversees all operations at the Distillery. Wason, meanwhile, will spearhead traditional product expansion in Indiana and Kentucky later this year with additional e-commerce market expansions in California, Florida, New York and Illinois.

The team at Brush Creek Distillery looks to their environment and the Western landscape for inspiration and collaborates with The Farm at Brush Creek to foster sustainability, promote innovation and produce spirits using mountain water and sustainable practices. Spent grains from the production of bourbon and rye are shared with local ranchers and Brush Creek Ranch where Executive Pastry and Bakery Chef, Keisha Sanderson, uses the grains in the creation of “Spent Grain Bread.” Empty barrel char is used in the cheese and ice cream making process at Medicine Bow Creamery.

The four ultra-premium products now available in Texas and Colorado include:

  • Brush Creek Straight Bourbon: A unique four-grain blend, showcasing the beauty of multiple straight bourbon whiskeys from storied programs born in Kentucky, Indiana and Tennessee, matured at high elevations under Wyoming’s bluebird skies. The product and its unique mash bill are the result of over two decades of industry experience, strong friendships, a passion for excellence and the pursuit to celebrate the American West.
    • Tasting Notes: Bold aromas of malt and dried cherries mingle with hints of new leather and thyme. A well-balanced combination of vanilla, fresh caramel, bakery spices and toasted oak delight on the palate. A long, rich finish with hints of cinnamon will call you back again and again.
    • Retail Price: $59.99
  • Brush Creek Straight Rye: Inspired by the colorful and bold moments of life and richly populated with flavor, this straight rye whiskey born in Indiana and matured in Wyoming has a spicy aroma of fruit and floral that is followed by butterscotch and vanilla flavor. It’s delivered in a smooth, creamy body that’s immensely tasteful, providing for a unique whiskey experience.
    • Tasting Notes: Rich and robust, our rye exudes spice on the nose, caramel, candied fruit and light citrus round out the palate. Refined flavors of hickory and roasted pecans compliment the spice that lingers on the finish.
    • Retail Price: $49.99

“Our products promote innovation and collaboration combined with the pioneering spirit that Brush Creek is known for,” said Wason.

Brush Creek Distillery’s very own Wyoming-distilled and aged Straight Bourbon, Straight Rye and American Single Malt Whiskey will continue to mature and age in the years ahead, preparing for future release. The Distillery also plans to collaborate with other storied wine and spirits programs to produce a series of innovative spirit releases in the months and years ahead.

Brush Creek Distillery products can now be found in liquor stores, restaurants and hotels across Texas including The Austin Shaker, Twin Liquors, Spec’s Liquors, Acre 41,  Otopia Rooftop, Upstairs at Caroline and Stella San Jac in Austin; Alamo City Liquor, Otro Bar and Domingo Restaurant in San Antonio; Liquor Source, Liquor Hub, Longhorn Liquor and Lys Liquor in Houston; Greenville Stop and Longhorn Liquor in Dallas; Liquid Town and Rockets Whiskey Bar & Saloon in Corpus Christi; and Spanky’s Liquors in Aransas Pass.

Traveling a shorter distance to Wyoming’s neighboring state, Brush Creek spirits can be found in Colorado bars, restaurants and retail stores including 54thirty Rooftop, Elevated Rooftop Bar at Halcyon Hotel and Highlands Wine & Liquor in Denver; Whiskey Star Smokehouse in Breckenridge; Greeley Chophouse in Greeley; St. Julien Hotel in Boulder; Boone’s Wine & Spirits in Eagle, Evergreen Discount Liquors in Evergreen; Sheridan Fine Wine & Spirits in Lakewood; Sopris Liquor & Wine in Carbondale; Chambers Liquors in Aurora; Total Beverage in Westminster; and Saddle Up Liquors in Fort Collins.

About Brush Creek Distillery

Brush Creek Distillery is a small-batch distiller uniquely set on a working cattle ranch in the one-of-a-kind epicurean center of world-renowned Brush Creek Ranch. Brush Creek Distillery’s on-site distilling and blending processes allow for singular small batch crafting of a variety of spirits including Brush Creek Straight Bourbon, Brush Creek Straight Rye, Brush Creek Vodka and Brush Creek Gin. Each batch is crafted in Wyoming using the finest ingredients local products whenever possible. More information can be found online, by calling 307-327-5284 or on Instagram and Facebook.

New Limited Release! Laphroaig Cask Strength 25 Year Old – 2021 Edition at Hard To Find Whisky – Scotch Whisky News

LAPHROAIG – CASK STRENGTH

 25 YEAR OLD – 2021 RELEASE

  70cl | 51.9% ABV 

Laphroaig 25 Year Old is a rare and desired annual release, from one of Scotland’s most iconic distilleries. With spirits aged in ex-bourbon casks, carefully matured for 25 years, this non-chill filtered malt is a subtle and elegant Whisky featuring notes of sweet vanilla, oak and signature Islay peat smoke. The exceptional character of this expression, intertwined with Laphroaig’s signature flavours, makes it truly one to savour.

NOSE

Sweet and floral with honey and pear drop. Bubble-gum and strong thyme fragrance linger on the nose. Pot-pourri and geranium with light carnation and white pepper, fresh peat, Islay seaweed with a hint of lemon complete this complex aroma.

PALATE

Sweet, herbal and medicinal with notes of heather honey and light wood smoke, lime, salt, iodine and black pepper marinade, spices. Also carnation, clementine zest and medicinal notes.

FINISH

The finish is dry with notes of spring flowers and a hint of sea salt.

SERVING SUGGESTION

Neat, or with a few drops of water and at least 45 minutes of your time in a comfy chair to be able to savor the last 25 years this liquid has been maturing patiently for.

Laphroaig’s whisky making tradition has been passed down by distillery managers since the first drop rolled off the still in 1815. Ian Hunter, Bessie Williamson, John MacDougal, Denise Nicole, Iain Henderson and the incumbent John Campbell were all protective custodians of the art of Laphroaig.

Each brought their own influence, of course, but all respected the unique elements that make Laphroaig the whisky it is. The Kilbrid Stream, hand-cut peat, floor malted barley, cold-smoking kilns, mash tuns, copper alchemy and the subtlety of oak aging. Each and every stage crucial in producing the most richly flavored of all Scotch Whiskies.

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Scotch Malt Whisky Society LAST CALL FOR OUR AUGUST VIRTUAL TASTING – Scotch Whisky News


LAST CALL FOR OUR AUGUST VIRTUAL TASTING

Calling all whisky and food enthusiasts – this is your last chance to get your August Discovery Pack in time for the Virtual Tasting next Thursday, 26th. We’re also delighted to announce a very special guest, Senior Brand Ambassador for Highland Park Whisky, Martin Markvardsen, who will be joining us for this month’s session. It’s one you won’t want to miss! See you online at 8pm. For August’s Virtual Tasting, we will have a treat for your tastebuds as we focus on some extra special food and whisky pairings. Our host Richard Goslan and Global Brand Ambassador John McCheyne will also be joined by Senior Brand Ambassador for Highland Park Whisky, Martin Markvardsen.

Contents:

 6.48 Munro Magic
4.277 A punch and a pout, honey and heft
7.256 Fruity Wax
91.28 Digestible aestival festival
CW1.2 The Gum-Gatherer’s log cabin

GET YOUR TASTING PACK NOW

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