Golden Dram Volume 5:
WIN a bottle of The Dalmore Quintessence!

Golden Dram is back! And this time a bottle of The Dalmore Quintessence (worth £1,000!) could be yours.

We’ve hidden a bottle of The Dalmore Quintessence in one of our The Dalmore 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Select boxes. To enter, simply buy a bottle of The Dalmore 12 Year Old Sherry Cask Select online – an incredible sherry bomb exclusive to The Whisky Shop in the UK. With a one in 300 chance to win, you might just be the lucky one to find the golden dram in your order…

As a celebration of his five decades in the industry, The Dalmore Quintessence showcases Master Distiller Richard Paterson’s artistry in maturation – it is the only single malt in the world with a unique five-variety red wine finish. Rich amber cherry wood in colour and one of only 200 bottles available in the UK, The Dalmore Quintessence is bursting with notes of tropical fruits, ginger, raisins, marmalade and honeycomb.

Win or lose, you’ll be adding a delicious new dram to your whisky shelf. So, what are you waiting for? Enter now while stocks last.

The Dalmore 12 Year Old
Sherry Cask Select
£69.00

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12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS

Massive favourite of ours, the OLD PULTENEY 12.
A cracking dram for the budget,

ONLY £23.99

Old Pulteney 12 – Order Now >

Once the stock is gone, it’s gone!

We’ll keep all our deals of Christmas open until the stock is finished, even if you miss the previous day. Matured wholly in air-dried, hand-selected ex-bourbon casks, the ‘unashamedly excellent’ Old Pulteney 12-years-old is the definitive expression in the Old Pulteney family. Traditionally crafted using techniques that other distillers have long abandoned, this winner of numerous gold medals at the most prestigious international competitions is a high water-mark of quality spirits.

Appearance: Deep amber, red golden (with a slight pink hue) sparkling with a copper glow.

Aroma: Medium to high intensity with a briny hint of sea air.

Taste: Dry, medium bodied and smooth, redolent of honey and cream, faintly salty with a slight spicy note and a sweet long-lasting finish.

Welcome to the second episode of the show devoted to North Star Spirits. In this episode I’ll be looking at their Series 012 releases.

https://youtu.be/zRs1lNiXJtY

Speaker launches whisky to celebrate Palace of Westminster’s 150^th

The Speaker of the House of Commons is celebrating the 150^th anniversary of the Palace of Westminster with the launch of a limited-edition single malt whisky.

It was a century and a half since rebuilding work was completed on the iconic building, following a devastating fire in 1834.

To celebrate this milestone, Sir Lindsay Hoyle, the 158^th Speaker of the House of Commons, has selected ‘Point of Order’ – a 23-year-old scotch – with the help of Chief Whips from the four main political parties.

Artfully matured in a traditional European oak Sherry cask by Murray McDavid, the single malt was created at the Glentauchers Distillery, which has been producing whisky in the Highlands since the late 1800s.

A beautifully balanced whisky with aromas of vanilla fudge and fruit cake, ‘Point of Order’ boasts sweet spices on the palate and a finish of chocolate and nuts.

Sir Lindsay said the special edition whisky would make ‘a very special gift for someone who loves the Palace of Westminster’.

‘To commemorate our 150^th anniversary, there are only 150 bottles available of this limited-edition single malt, which whisky-lovers can bring out on special occasions or keep as an investment for the future,’ he said.

‘I am very proud to be celebrating this moment in time with the launch of this magnificent whisky.’

Named ‘Point of Order’ after the appeals that are made to the Speaker for clarification or a ruling on a matter of procedure in the House of Commons, this unique single malt retails at £200 and is available for sale from the House of Commons shop online and other gift shops on the estate.

Notes

• See the whisky in the House of Commons shop online here.

• The new and exclusive whisky will also be available online alongside other products including: Speaker Hoyle’s Select whisky, House of Commons Churchill’s Port and House of Commons Dry London Gin
• Point of Order was bottled at 46% ABV. A 70cl bottle retails at £200
• Sir Lindsay Hoyle, MP for Chorley, was elected Speaker of the House of Commons on 4 November 2019, following the departure of John Bercow
• Aceo, which owns Murray McDavid, was founded 20 years’ ago by Edward Odim and his best friend at university. The company hosts whisky tastings on a 1950s’ boat, ‘The Murray McDavid’ on the Clyde in Glasgow, and during the annual Speyside Whisky Festival has taken whisky lovers to the top of local mountains to enjoy a dram.

The Grand Whisky Christmas Auction Closes Tonight!

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3100+ lots to bid on including special bottlings & casks…

Auction closes tonight – Monday 14th December at 9pm.

Interested in selling whisky in our next auction?

+44 (0)1463 210 427

sales@thegrandwhiskyauction.com

Limited Stock Available on Collectible Whisk(e)y Rarities

For time-sensitive bottles this December, please get your orders in early. Thanks and happy holidays! We appreciate your business. NOTE: Our walk-in retail locations are currently closed. We have curbside pickup and low cost (often free) delivery options available in ZIP codes where we can ship lawfully, including anywhere in California. We can also include any new or existing will call orders in your delivery batch. Choose local delivery at checkout to learn if you qualify.

Other Limited Collectible Whisk(e)y Allocations, Now Available

From the standard-bearer Macallan 18 Year Old to Whistle Pig’s “Boss Hog” 17 Year Old to Bruichladdich’s “Black Art” 26 Year Old, we have the world of luxury whisk(e)y covered this holiday season. To pair with the above “Old & Rare” selection, we also secured a tiny parcel of cask strength Bowmore 24 Year Old that’s not to be missed. And for bourbon aficionados, look no further than the elusive Kentucky Owl and their brilliant Batch #10

Macallan 18 Year Old “Annual 2019 Release” Sherry Oak Cask Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml) $299.99

Bowmore 24 Year “Old & Rare” K&L Exclusive Single Hogshead Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml) $299.99

Kentucky Owl Batch #10 Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) $349.99

Bruichladdich “Black Art – Edition 8.1” 26 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml) $399.99

Whistle Pig “The Boss Hog 7th Edition – Magellan’s Atlantic” 17 Year Old Finished In Spanish Oak and South American Teakwood Straight Rye Whiskey (750ml ships as 1.5L) $499.99

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Brings you another Exclusive

Gold Panning!

Big Peat has been Gold Panning… Well, he was actually waiting for Tyndrum’s Gold Mine to start production, and over the last few weeks it has done just that, the first ScotGold has been produced. This is one of only 300, HAND signed by Fred Laing, HAND numbered, GOLD wax sealed individual bottles. (Fred even jokingly said he felt like he was back at School doing lines)!

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Aged Tennessee Whisky at Its Best
George Dickel 11 Year Old Bottled In Bond Tennessee Whisky (750ml) ($42.99)
“A phenomenal follow-up to its 13 year old antecedent, our 2019 Whisky of the Year.”
— Whisky Advocate

For time-sensitive bottles this December, please get your orders in early. Thanks and happy holidays! We appreciate your business. NOTE: Our walk-in retail locations are currently closed. We have curbside pickup and low cost (often free) delivery options available in ZIP codes where we can ship lawfully, including anywhere in California. We can also include any new or existing will call orders in your delivery batch. Choose local delivery at checkout to learn if you qualify.

Interest in aged bourbons continues at a feverish pitch, and as a result, prices have soared precipitously in recent years. Luckily, one doesn’t need to look far to find comparative values. In this arena, the Tennessee whiskies from George Dickel continue to be among our top go-to picks. Their 13 Year Old bottling took the world by storm last year, earning Whisky Advocate’s highest accolade as “Whisky of the Year.” This 11 Year Old rendition is every bit as compelling, delivering an impressive profile while only costing $42.99. All it takes is one sip to realize it more than holds its own against bourbons that cost two to three times the price. In stock now, this is the perfect addition to your bar or as a gift for the whisky drinker in your life. Aged whiskies from well-established brands like Dickel are never around for long, so you’ll want to act quickly to add this sterling rendition to your cart.

George Dickel 11 Year Old Bottled In Bond Tennessee Whisky (750ml) ($42.99)

95 points Whisky Advocate: “Lush, rich, and deep from the start, with blackberry, cherry, spiced plum, cinnamon, mint, and maple syrup aromas. Even more density on the palate, which has deep flavors of cocoa powder, Raisinets, roasted walnuts, cinnamon, mint, maple syrup, and chewy oak. Extraordinary length on the finish, which carries the chocolate, dark fruit, spice, mint, and rich oak notes for minutes. A phenomenal follow-up to its 13 year old antecedent, our 2019 Whisky of the Year. (SSB, Fall 2020)”

The Boss Hog VII – Magellan’s Atlantic

Following in the footsteps of The Boss Hogs before it, the seventh edition in this collectible series is distinctly different than anything else in American Whiskey. A Straight Rye Whiskey Aged 17 Years and finished in two uncommon casks, this limited release is inspired by the first recorded circumnavigation of the globe.

Single barrel, bottled at proof, and powerfully complex, The Boss Hog VII: Magellan’s Atlantic offers an incredible journey of aromas and flavour. Displayed in a bespoke gift box and each bottle crowned with a bespoke pewter stopper, designed and made by Danforth Pewter 11 miles from the WhistlePig Farm.

£599.95

Official Tasting Notes

Nose: Intensely aromatic, with cinnamon sugar, allspice, and maple. With time, toasted wood notes arise alongside creamy vanilla, roasted almonds, and a touch of ground espresso.

Palate: Spicy cloves and sweet brandied cherries abound, with baking spices rampant. A closer look reveals subtle hints of charred oak, sage, and dark chocolate.

Finish: Everlasting; gobs of cinnamon, oak spice, and a gentle warmth demand another sip.

THE MACALLAN SECURES ACCLAIMED SUSTAINABILITY ACCREDITATION

The Macallan has been awarded the prestigious Butterfly Mark from Positive Luxury for its commitment to sustainability across key areas of the business including innovation, environmental performance, and community development.

The Butterfly Mark is a third-party certification earned by brands that have adopted sustainability as a business strategy. It promotes transparency and enables people to buy better. More than 130 iconic brands worldwide have achieved the mark.

To earn the certification, luxury brands undergo a rigorous assessment to ensure they are meeting the highest standards of innovation within sustainability.  The assessment is designed to holistically evaluate a brand’s commitment to sustainability across the following areas: governance, social impact, innovation, community investment, and environmental performance.

The Macallan’s in-depth review covered all areas of the business, including how it protects The Macallan Estate, its supply chain, and its contribution to local communities.

Igor Boyadjian, managing director of The Macallan, said: “We are proud to confirm that we have been awarded the coveted Butterfly Mark from Positive Luxury.

“Sustainability is a guiding principle for The Macallan across all aspects of the business, from the way we look after our pristine 485-acre Estate, to the way we treat our people and communities. As a brand proud of our strong Scottish roots and distinguished history, we feel a deep responsibility to act with integrity to preserve our craftmanship and mastery for future generations.

“We look forward to continuing our sustainability journey in partnership with Positive Luxury and doing all that we can to encourage a more positive and progressive world.”

Brands that achieve the Butterfly Mark are assigned a bespoke set of ‘positive actions’, displayed in the form of simple symbols that illustrate the unique environmental and ethical business practices each has pursued.

The Macallan’s positive actions highlight its sustainable packaging, biodiversity protection, marine conservation and measures to promote energy efficiency. They also demonstrate The Macallan’s support for charitable causes and community development, and its dedication to fair pay and working conditions.

As a recipient of the Butterfly Mark, The Macallan will be able to display the certification on its packaging and on The Macallan website.

Diana Verde Nieto, Co-Founder and CEO of Positive Luxury, added: “We are extremely pleased to welcome The Macallan to the Positive Luxury community.

“The Macallan does fantastic work honouring the skills of artisans and craftspeople, creating sustainable packaging and implementing an environmental protection programme that supports biodiversity on their Estate.”

The Butterfly Mark originates from the success story of the Large British Blue Butterfly. This species was extinct in Britain in 1979 yet was brought back to the natural world due to the dedication of multiple organisations and individuals.

For further information on The Macallan please visit www.themacallan.com and for more details on Positive Luxury, please visit their website  https://www.positiveluxury.com/

Notes 

About The Macallan

Founded in 1824, The Macallan is renowned worldwide for its extraordinary single malt whiskies. Their outstanding quality and distinctive character reveal the mastery of wood and spirit to which The Macallan has been committed since it was established by Alexander Reid, on a plateau above the river Spey in north-east Scotland.

In 2018, The Macallan opened a new chapter in its history with the launch of its award-winning Speyside distillery which was designed by internationally acclaimed architects and takes inspiration from the surrounding ancient Scottish hills. It stands nearby Easter Elchies House, the Highland Manor built in 1700 which is The Macallan’s spiritual home and remains the heartbeat of The Macallan’s pristine 485-acre Estate.