BLACK FRIDAY: FREE GIFTS WITH EVERY PURCHASE OF TOMATIN CORE RANGE 

Tomatin, the award-winning Highland distillery, has today announced that from Black Friday, every sale of its Core Range will be accompanied with two surprise complimentary 5cl miniatures, with combinations worth up to £21.

To celebrate the festive period, the Tomatin Black Friday promotion will run from 27^th November until 18^th December, exclusively via the online shop. This limited deal will also provide whisky connoisseurs with the chance to sample sister brand Cù Bòcan, who produce an experimental Highland Single Malt that explores innovative finishes to create whiskies full of intrigue and surprise, as part of its complimentary winter offer.

Each purchase of the Tomatin Core Range during the festive period will be accompanied by one mystery additional Core Range expression, as well as one Cù Bòcan creation 5cl miniature – whilst stocks last.

For more detail on the Tomatin Core Range, please visit the Tomatin site here.

PLEASE NOTE: This promotion is only open to people over the age of 18. The promotion will be valid to all purchases made from the Tomatin online shop between 00:01 27^th November and 23:59 18^th December. For further information on individual products please visit the Tomatin and Cù Bòcan sites. 

Notes:

Tomatin Distillery has been producing and blending malt Scotch whisky since 1897. Over the last 50 years, the distillery has borne witness to vast change. At its peak in the 1970s, Tomatin was the largest distillery in the world operating 23 stills and producing 12 million litres of alcohol every year. Over the last decade, significant time has been invested in rediscovering the distillery, people and values, and in refining the business model to move away from the formerly lucrative bulk commodity market to now focus on Tomatin’s core range of single malts.

Tomatin is located in the Scottish Highlands (near Inverness) and is famous for its portfolio of soft and mellow whiskies, including a core range, a limited-edition range and a premium archive range (prices range from £35 – £10,000). In the last ten years, Tomatin has secured over 60 prestigious awards in a variety of categories, and in 2019 the distillery celebrated its most successful year ever at the San Francisco World Spirit Competition, securing seven Double Gold awards and four Gold awards.

BOWMORE 30 YEARS OLD ISLAY SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY

Distilled in 1989 and gently nurtured for three decades in the No. 1 Vaults, the world’s oldest Scotch maturation house, this rare single malt whisky is defined by the art of time and its influence on Bowmore Distillery’s remote island home, Islay. Aged in the finest Sherry hogshead and bourbon barrels while waves crash against the cellar walls, BOWMORE 30 YEARS OLD (ABV: 45.3%) has a rich fruity flavor with tropical butterscotch notes and rounded by the unmistakable subtle peat smoke for which Bowmore is celebrated. The bottle presentation is a gift itself, showcasing the colors and textures of driftwood, polished sea glass and the turquoise waters of Loch Indaal – all materials found on Islay that are definitively shaped by time.

SRP: $1,850

Availability: Annual limited release of 2,580 bottles globally; available as of December 2020

ALFRED GIRAUD FRENCH MALT WHISKIES

Merging techniques honed by the Giraud family of celebrated cask makers and cellar masters since 1873, the Alfred GIRAUD portfolio features two limited-production French Malt Whiskies that are meticulously blended and completely dependent on the availability of exceptional casks, including ex-cognac, French Limousin and American oak. A blend of three non-peated French malt distillates that are matured individually and together, HERITAGE (ABV: 45.9%) is complex yet balanced, structured with a full body that leads to a sophisticated and subtly sweet finish; only 23 casks released annually. HARMONIE (ABV: 46.1%), a blend of one lightly-peated and two non-peated French malt distillates, is delicate yet powerful with a rich and balanced palate and a discreet hint of peat; only 7 casks released annually.

SRP: $155 for HERITAGE; $190 for HARMONIE

Availability: At key retailers in select cities, and online at www.alfredgiraudwhisky.com, ReserveBar and Caskers

HIBIKI JAPANESE HARMONY

The Hibiki brand is Japan’s most highly awarded blended whisky and widely considered one of the most prestigious and honored whiskies in the world. Inspired by the riches and subtleties of Japan’s 24 seasons, Hibiki Japanese Harmony (ABV: 43%) is a meticulous blend of the finest selection of malt and grain whiskies from the House of Suntory Whisky’s Yamazaki, Hakushu and Chita distilleries. This delicate blend creates a oneness unfolding a full orchestra of flavors and aromas.

IF YOU JOINED OUR GET TOGETHER ON SUNDAY…

Thanks so much for being a part of our latest Peat Monster Arcana virtual tasting. Founder John Glaser and Whiskymaker James Saxon had a great time as always, and we have enjoyed answering every question that came in during the event. You can read the full Q&A here, which includes the recipe for James’s smoky spin on hot chocolate. We hope it inspires you to get creative with some pairings at home. Keep your eye on our social feeds too for more surprising suggestions, and for those who asked on the day, head to our main website if you’d like to see the recipe wheels of any of our whiskies.

IF YOU COULDN’T MAKE IT THIS TIME…

Don’t worry, because you can still recreate the tasting at home. The full video is available to watch here, where you can also download your tasting mat and set-up guide. For this event, author of New York Cocktails, Amanda Schuster, joined us as a special guest to discuss smoky food pairings of either Peat Monster Arcana or The Peat Monster with hot and cold smoked salmon, BBQ ribs, smoked almonds and more. And things got pleasantly geeky when John quoted Jeffery Lindenmuth’s article explaining how stimulating our trigeminal nerve with smoky food or drink could be described as ‘pursuing flavour as a thrill-seeking behaviour’. Read the full piece here.

With December just around the corner, our thoughts are now turning to the holiday season, so watch this space for ideas on how to celebrate the Compass Box way, starting with a video series on pairing cheeses with limited edition whiskies for you to indulge in during the festivities.

The Compass Box Team

Black Friday continues!

Jim McEwan & Robin Laing Live

Thursday, 3rd December

Ticket Increase due to Popular Demand!

Two of whiskies biggest characters are joining Inverurie Whisky Shop owner Mike Stuart in what is sure to be a wonderful exploration of great drams, music and stories.

Jim McEwan, a whisky idol and veteran of over 53 years in the whisky industry will join one of his oldest friends, Robin Laing, whose music and poetry have entertained thousands across the globe, for a chat about their times together in the whisky industry.

Sharing stories over a dram is a favourite past-time for both, and the line up of whiskies we have in store for you is simply sublime. With a focus on Jim’s Islay past – the stuff of legend! – this single cask range will simply blow you away.

We are delighted to now announce the line up for the event:

Bruichladdich Full term Sauternes Cask

14 Years Old, 54.4%

Bowmore David Simpson

20 Years Old, 50.7%

The Cask Whisperer Lochindaal 2007

12 Years Old, 55.5%

Secret Octomore Single Cask

12 Years Old ??%

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Raising your glass to the extraordinary

Inverurie Whisky Shop

1 Burnside, Inverurie, AB51 3RY, United Kingdom

mike@inveruriewhiskyshop.com

http://www.inveruriewhiskyshop.com

THERE’S NO NEED TO RUSH
THIS BLACK FRIDAY

Thank you for your support over the unprecedented year of 2020. As an independent whisky company, we’re incredibly thankful that you’ve chosen to enjoy Wemyss Malts. With that in mind, we’d like to share our Winter offers that little bit early so you don’t have to rush this year.

FLAMING FEAST

Discover the daring side of Highland whisky with FLAMING FEAST.
A Northern and an Island Highland single malt strike together to create the bold Flaming Feast.
Sweet and savoury join forces with honeyed heather and salted scallops.

EXPLORE FLAMING FEAST

First-Fill Ex Bourbon Barrels & De-Charred/Re-Charred Hogsheads – 70CL – 46% ABV – 6000 Bottles

BLOOMING GORSE

Explore the delicate side of Highland whisky with BLOOMING GORSE.

Two Northern Highland single malts are married, bringing a floral, citrus whisky together with a distillery known for its richer, malty characteristic. Named for the distinctive coconut and floral scent of gorse flowers, Blooming Gorse is a delicious whisky to enjoy as an aperitif.

DISCOVER BLOOMING GORSE

First Fill Ex-Bourbon Barrels & First Fill Ex-Bourbon Hogsheads – 70CL – 46% ABV – 6900 Bottles

Our Gift to You
Enjoy 15% off with the code WINTER15

EXPLORE THE FULL RANGE

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Edradour 10 Year Old 2010 TWB Exclusive

A festive coloured label for this beautiful heavily sherried Christmas sipper. A TWB exclusive and a lovely gift. dradour 10 Year Old 2010 vintage Highland single malt Scotch whisky. Single cask first fill sherry butt #160 bottled 2020 by Signatory Vintage for the Un-Chillfiltered series. This is a specially selected release exclusive to The Whisky Barrel. 333 bottles.

Edradour Distillery was formed in 1825 by a group of eight local farmers. Situated at Milton of Edradour near Pitlochry and still just a farm sized distillery equipped with a Morton refrigerator to cool the worts and two wee stills with their spirit cooled in a single worm tub. Whilst ranked amongst the small working distilleries in Scotland its owners Signatory Vintage have plans to increase its size and output. Official distillery releases include the Edradour 10 Year Old, Barolo Cask and Sherry Cask Ibisco decanters.

£65.00 / €72.46* / $71.61*

Shop – Exclusive Edradour 10 Year Old

We have a whole host of whiskies available over on our website, offering every flavour you can imagine. But with so much choice on offer, it can sometimes be difficult to pick the right one! And where do you start when you are buying for someone else?

That’s where our whisky concierge comes in. Whether you are purchasing on our website, on the phone with our Member Services team or in person, we’re here to help you pick the perfect bottle.

If you’re searching for something a little special this week, look no further that these five sparkling gems. All from rare, characterful or member-favourite distilleries, these drams are perfect to share around the fire this festive season.

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, The Vaults, 87 Giles Street, Leith EH6 6BZ

Contact: sales@smws.com or call 0131 555 2929 (Mon-Fri 9am-4.45pm). Visit the Society at here for membership information

This is your chance to join and to take advantage of their great offers!

Spot the SMWS bottles in this amusing You Tube video

WHISKY GALORE! RARE WHISKY FROM ACROSS SCOTLAND UP FOR AUCTION

A fantastic range of whisky, with over 200 examples from nearly every major distillery across Scotland, is on offer in Tennants Auctioneer’s Fine Wine and Whisky Sale on 12^th December. Incorporating several good Private Collections, the sale offers high-end bottles for investors, rare mid-range collectors’ bottles and interesting, good value bottles for drinking or those looking to start collecting.

Macallan once again dominates the top end of the sale, with the like of The Macallan 18 Years Old. Examples in the sale include a bottle distilled in 1970 and bottled in 1988 (estimate: £2,000-2,500 plus buyer’s premium), and a bottle distilled in 1966 and bottled in 1984 (estimate: £1,600-2,000).

One of the rarer bottles in the sale is a Macallan-Glenlivet 1937 35 Years Old Pure Highland Malt Scotch Whisky (estimate: £3,000-4,000). Not only is this a desirable Pre-War distillation with a good age, but it is also an Italian import bottle by Pinerolo. There was a boom in whisky drinking in Italy after the Second World War, and a large number of bottles were imported by Italian retailers. Indeed, the country was the biggest consumer of single malt in the 1970s. In recent years, they have become a strong niche area of collecting.

A good selection of Dalmore is also on offer. The highland distillery is currently performing well at auction, being highly sought after. Highlights to look out for include the Dalmore Directors’ Cut 21 Years Old, distilled in 1990 and bottled in 2011 by Douglas Laing & Co. One of 297 bottles, it is sold with original wooden box with an estimate of £300-500. Also of note is a Dalmore 1981 Matusalem Sherry Finesse Highland Single Malt Whisky (estimate:  £600-800). The whisky was matured in American white oak bourbon barrels for 22 years, followed by a prolonged maturation in Matusalem sherry casks from Gonzalez Byass.

Port Ellen, an Islay silent distillery, is also well represented in the sale. On offer is a Port Ellen 30 Years Old, Old Malt Cask 60^th Anniversary Commemorative Bottling. Number one of 234, the bottle was released in 2009 and is entered with an estimate of £700-1,000. A Port Ellen 35 Year Old Platinum Selection Distilled in 1977 and bottled by Douglas Laing & Co. Ltd. is offered with an estimate of £1,000-1,500.

With provenance from the distillery is a Bowmore Bicentenary 1979 Single Malt Whisky in original wooden presentation case with certificate (estimate of £2,000-4,000). The vendor received the bottle from Bowmore in exchange for a drawing he did of the distillery whilst he was visiting Islay.

Further interesting lots to look out for include a Rosebank 12 Years Old Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky Flora and Fauna release (estimate: £200-300), a Springbank 27 Years Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky Chieftain’s bottling distilled in 1974 (estimate: £400-600), and a selection of limited edition releases from That Boutique-Y Whisky Company.

A fully illustrated catalogue will be available at www.tennants.co.uk.

Picture Caption:

• Macallan-Glenlivet 1937 35 Years Old – Estimate: £3,000-4,000
• The Macallan 1970 18 Years Old – Estimate: £2,000-2,500
• Bowmore Bicentenary 1979 – Estimate: £2,000-4,000

NB: All hammer prices are correct at time of publication; however, they can be subject to change. Prices quoted are an estimated hammer price, which is subject to 24% buyer’s premium incl. of VAT.

FINE WINE AND WHISKY SALE

Auction:           12^th December

Tennants Auctioneers is a fourth-generation family business and is one of the UK’s largest international Antiques and Fine Art auctioneers. Situated in Leyburn, North Yorkshire, Tennants holds over 80 sales a year.

Tennants connects more than 200,000 buyers and sellers a year.

As a family business, Tennants stays true to its Yorkshire heritage and offers its clients unrivalled service, expertise and value.

In 2014 Tennants expanded the Auction Centre to 80,000sq ft with the development of The Garden Rooms – a dedicated venue for events, weddings, conferences and exhibitions. The venue is one of the region’s largest event spaces with a capacity of over 600 people.