We are delighted to announce the launch of an exciting new addition to the Finlaggan family of Islay Single Malt Scotch Whiskies.

Many years ago, in a first for our company, we filled new make Finlaggan into Rioja Red Wine Hogsheads. Coming from the Rioja region within the Basque country of Spain, these Hogsheads have given our signature heavily peated Finlaggan an extra layer of rich mouth coating red berried fruits. The result is a truly mouthwatering sweet and smoky dram to savour.

The extraction from the oak casks has given this whisky a natural coppery rose gold colour.

 Our first batch is limited to 7,000 bottles and bottled at 46% Vol with no chillfiltration.

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Delicious sweet peat smoke and red berried fruits.

Palate: Smokey bacon and strawberries with plum notes, sea salt and chewy earthy peat. Grape skin tannins.

Finish: Long lingering sweet smoke.

ABOUT THE VINTAGE MALT WHISKY COMPANY

Founded 25 years ago by Brian Crook with a vision to make iconic Islay Single Malts available and accessible to smaller independent retailers throughout the world, The Vintage Malt Company has done all this and more.  Now, under the leadership of Brian’s son, Andrew Crook, this family company has gone from strength to strength supplying malts and building brands globally in over 35 countries.

For more information on all our products visit www.vintagemaltwhisky.com or contact andrew@vintagemaltwhisky.com

Carnegie Whisky Cellars wins top award at the Scottish Independent Retail Awards 2019 

The Carnegie Whisky Cellars would like to announce that for the 2^nd time in almost 3 years of trading in the heart of Dornoch, they have won  ‘Off License of the Year’ at the prestigious Scottish Independent Retailing Awards hosted by Creative Oceanic, held in Glasgow on 9^th April  ‘It is with enormous pride we bring this award North’ says Michael Hanratty, General Manager of the Carnegie Whisky Cellars.

Attending the glitzy awards ceremony at The Glasgow Marriott on 9^th April, Michael and Lorna Smith of Carnegie Whisky Cellars were both astonished and delighted to receive the industry accolade for a second time.

‘We have had the most fantastic support from our local and indeed worldwide customers in everything we have done here in the shop.  I am sure our charity efforts, our close working ties with local distilleries, and the amazing support of our customers have all played a part in our winning this award. ‘

Last year Carnegie Whisky Cellars chosen charity was Poppyscotland, and in addition to producing a special bottling in conjunction with Wolfburn Distillery in Thurso, several special tasting events were held – again fully supported by our amazing local customer base – which resulted in the Carnegie Whisky Cellars raising £14,107.56 for the charity

A special bottling of Bunnahabhain was created in conjunction with Hunter Laing & Co for the Dornoch Whisky Festival, which the Carnegie Whisky Cellars is an integral part of, hosting VIP tastings and events at the festival, now in its’ 5^th year

The Whisky Cellars team, Michael, Lorna and David, would like to thank all their loyal customers for their incredible support, and the Scottish Independent Retail Awards for presenting this great accolade. The Carnegie Whisky Cellars, now an established part of the Dornoch business community, specialises in single malt whiskies and all Scottish produced spirits – when fully stocked over 400 whiskies are available. After winning the award the Carnegie Whisky Cellars attended the opening of the new Ardnahoe Distillery and taken the award to all nine of Islay’s distilleries.

Carnegie Whisky Cellars extends a warm invitation to all to pop in for a browse and a chat about all things Scottish spirits – we look forward to seeing you, and thanks for your support! Slainte

Notes

• For further information about the Carnegie Whisky Cellars, please contact our General Manager – Michael Hanratty via whisky@thecarnegiecourthouse.co.uk or 01862 811791 – 07916645360
• Testimonials from Poppyscotland, Wolfburn Distillery, Visit Dornoch, Local MP and the Dornoch Whisky Festival can be provide on request.
• For further information on the Scottish Independent Retail Awards please follow the link on Facebook

• For more information regarding the event contact Creative Oceanic on 08448793256 or email events8@creativeoceanic.com
• Creative Oceanic, website creativeoceanic.com. For more information regarding the event or media related information please contact Creative Oceanic UK on 08448793256 or the Republic Of Ireland on 019020004 or email media@creativeoceanic.com

To mark the 100th batch of this award-winning Tasmanian single malt whisky, and as part of our 25th anniversary celebrations this year, we’ve crafted a limited edition of Double Cask. Bottled at 47.4% ABV and presented in a handmade solid oak box, DC100 is made up of some of our very oldest casks, and therefore some of the oldest whiskies ever released in Australia.

“For this batch we’ve married several 18-year-old American oak ex-bourbon casks with two eleven-year-old French oak ex-tawny casks. The result is a whisky of incredible depth and texture due to the considerable age of the American oak casks, lifted by the bright sweetness of the French oak. This unique whisky is a piece of Sullivans Cove history never to be repeated.”
Heather Tillott, Production Manager

Tasting Notes

NOSE: Lots of banana cream pie, baked peaches, dried apple and ripe pineapples, along with vanilla bean, bay leaf, sweet malt, fine leather and an elegant floral note.

PALATE: Rich, sweet fruit fills the palate. Toffee apples, candied citrus peel and ripe plums mingle with the honey-driven mid palate, while dark chocolate and beeswax bring an earthy element to the mix, as well a touch of bright eucalyptus and mint. Beautiful smooth texture.

FINISH: The bright tropical fruits are followed by the earthier notes of malt grain, cocoa, mixed nuts and vanilla. A luscious, mouth-coating texture drives the finish on to Nana’s scones fresh from the oven with jam and thick cream.

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Welcome to this week’s episode of the show. This week I’ll be reviewing the latest ‘Icons of Wales’ Release from Penderyn as well as having another look at their core range.

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JACK DANIEL’S ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF NO. 27 GOLD TENNESSEE WHISKEY ACROSS UNITED STATES

Double Barreled and Double Mellowed Expression of Jack Daniel’s Now Available Nationwide 

LYNCHBURG, Tenn., (April 15, 2019) – After its initial launch as a travel retail exclusive item and select markets in Asia, Jack Daniel’s is officially introducing Jack Daniel’s No. 27 Gold Tennessee Whiskey to the United States.

A double-barreled and double-mellowed expression of its classic Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey, the premium bottle brings a fusion between warm maple and toasted oak to create a rich and refined finish suited for today’s whiskey aficionado.

Representative of the skill and craftsmanship of the Jack Daniel Distillery, the process first begins with maturation in new charred American white oak barrels. Once these barrels are determined to be fully matured, they are removed from the barrelhouse and the whiskey is placed into maple wood barrels. The final step is a second time charcoal mellowing before being bottled.

“Jack Daniel’s No. 27 Gold pays homage to our distillery’s golden rule of, ‘Every day we make it, we’ll make it the best we can,” said Jack Daniel’s Master Distiller Jeff Arnett. “The natural amber hue, along with a scent of toasted oak and honey, offer an intricate texture and taste, making this whiskey a very distinct and luxury product.”

Due to the extra time and attention required to craft this ultra-smooth spirit, Jack Daniel’s No. 27 Gold Tennessee Whiskey was previously only available in select markets. This product launch emphasizes Jack Daniel’s continuous commitment of making high quality whiskeys fully available to a wider consumer. Best enjoyed neat or on the rocks, the product is now available across the United States for a suggested retail price of $99.99. For more information on Jack Daniel’s No. 27 Gold Tennessee Whiskey, visit www.jackdaniels.com.

About Jack Daniel’s No. 27 Gold Tennessee Whiskey

Jack Daniel’s No. 27 Gold Tennessee Whiskey is a luxury expression of Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey. Its name, “27,” celebrates the twice barreled, twice mellowing process where maple barrels impart a rich, smooth and luxurious whiskey experience. Jack Daniel’s is the maker of the world-famous Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey, Gentleman Jack Double Mellowed Tennessee Whiskey, Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Tennessee Whiskey, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Fire, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Rye and Jack Daniel’s Country Cocktails.

“Please sip responsibly.”

JACK DANIEL’S NO. 27 GOLD TENNESSEE WHISKEY is a registered trademark of JACK DANIEL PROPERTIES INC. ©2019. Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, 40% ALC./VOL.(80 proof). Distilled and Bottled by JACK DANIEL DISTILLERY, Lynchburg, TENNESSEE, U.S.A.

 NEW HEBRIDEAN WHISKY FESTIVAL LAUNCHES FEATURING ISLE OF RAASAY DISTILLERY

The first ever Hebridean Whisky Festival is to take place across the islands of Skye, Raasay and Harris between 21st-25th May 2019.

Spread between the four distilleries along the Hebridean Whisky Trail, the festival will feature free tours, tastings, music, casks and special events at Talisker, Torabhaig, Isle of Raasay and Harris distilleries and the Aros Centre, Portree.

Launched in 2018, the Hebridean Whisky Trail is a spectacular 115-mile route set amidst Skye’s stunning Cuillin mountains, Raasay’s beautiful coastline and seascapes and the famous white sandy shores of Harris At the Isle of Raasay Distillery on Thursday 23rd May 2019, whisky pilgrims can hop across the water to the youngest distillery on the Hebridean Whisky Trail for the launch of the exclusive new warehouse and whisky and chocolate tours.

This fantastic experience will take visitors to the inner sanctum of the distillery’s cask warehouse filled with the aroma of spirit maturing in Bordeaux, virgin oak and rye whisky casks.

Seasoned whisky connoisseurs and intrepid island explorers alike can enjoy the spectacular views from the warehouse terrace above the distillery across to the Cuillin mountains on Skye. Those with a sweet tooth can also enjoy the launch of the distillery’s new whisky and chocolate tour with delicious pairings of whisky and chocolate by Finlay MacDonald’s Glenshiel Chocolate Company.

The festival kicks off with two days on Skye at Torabhaig Distillery on Tuesday 21st May followed by events at Talisker, the oldest distillery on the trail, on Wednesday 22nd. Raasay Distillery on Thursday 23rd and then you can follow the self-guided whisky trail route up to Isle of Harris Distillery on Friday 24th May. Meanwhile in Portree the Aros Centre will showcase the distilleries at a special Hebridean Whisky Festival tasting stand for the duration of the festival.

The festival finale is the ‘Big Day at Slig’ taking place at the Sligachan Hotel on Saturday 25th May in Skye. Here all four distilleries will come together in one place for a day of whisky tastings, Hebridean Whisky cocktails, Distillery vehicles, cask displays, craft ales and a visit from the Isle of Skye pipe band. The festival will offer a chance to try all the spirits, as well as other local brews from Cuillin Brewery, sweet treats from the likes of Chocolates of Glenshiel and delicacies from the Skye Smokehouse. The festival will conclude in true Hebridean style with a ceilidh into the night at the Sligachan Hotel. These events are free entry and festival-goers can or choose to experience part of the festival or follow the full trail over five days by land or sea.

Notes 

The trail can be followed by land or sea with three CalMac ferry crossings linking the destinations as well as yacht berthing facilities near to each distillery. By sea, the Trail can be charted clockwise or anti-clockwise around Skye. Intrepid sea-farers can set sail from any of the four distilleries from points north, south, east or west. Road travellers can begin their journey either by crossing over the Skye Bridge at Kyle, or start at the Trail’s northernmost point on Harris, or its southernmost point at Torabhaig on Skye’s Sleat peninsula. Raasay is only a short 25-minute ferry journey from Sconser on Skye and the distillery is a short stroll from Raasay ferry terminal.

The Hebridean Whisky Trail’s total length is 115.2 miles.

Distances between each distillery:

Armadale–Torabhaig 4.2miles

Torabhaig–Talisker 36.1 Miles

Talisker –Raasay 14.5 miles

Raasay–Harris 60.4 miles

Contact information:

Raasay Distillery: harriet@kapranos-pr.com

Talisker Distillery: Susan.MacLean@diageo.com

Torabhaig Distillery: anne@torabhaig.com

Isle of Harris Distillery: shona.macleod@harrisdistillery.com

Scotch Whisky Association: pressoffice@swa.org

www.hebrideanwhisky.com

www.Calmac.com

www.scotch-whisky.org.uk

Raasay Distillery, Borodale House, Isle of Raasay, Kyle IV40 8PB raasaydistillery.com

T: 01478 470178

Opening times: 10am – 5pm

Instagram/ Facebook: @raasaydistillery, Twitter: @RaasayWhisky, YouTube: bit.ly/raasayyoutube

This Highland single malt from The Dalmore has been crafted by Master Distiller, Richard Paterson, using some of the distillery’s rarest and most exceptional whiskies. Matured in American white oak ex-bourbon casks before spending five years in 1961 and 1963 vintage Colheita port pipes, the whisky is then married together and finished in first-fill American white oak ex-bourbon casks. The result is a 45 year old single malt that is smooth and complex with a tremendous finish.

The nose has rich molasses and toffee, with treacle cake and blood oranges, almonds and fresh coffee. The palate has a soft liquorice note alongside red berries, hazelnuts and dark chocolate, all dripping in Manuka honey. The finish has Bramley apples and juicy dates lingering.

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We’ve been dusting down our warehouse to make room for all our exceptional single casks and uncovered some fantastic new bottlings. We’re so excited to bring you these extraordinary flavours, we just couldn’t wait to put them up online. What’s more, we’re feeling so generous, that you’ll find a cheeky Spring discount on each one.

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