SHREWSBURY – SHROPSHIRE 

Hi folks,

We are delighted to inform you of our next Whisky Tasting events 🙂

Tasting evenings for June will be held on;

Thursday 7th June 7pm

Friday 8th June at 7pm

As usual, tastings will be held at the shop on Wyle Cop, last approx. two hours and be informal in nature. We’ll be selecting six whiskies to taste, the theme yet to be decided. There will be 12 places for each tasting and prices will be £25 per head and should be booked in advance either in the shop or by calling the shop on 01743 369429 (we can take card payments over the phone).

Ralfy goes to the Highlands with Ralfy Review 724 – Royal Brackla 11yo @ 55.2%vol: (North Star)

THE SOCIETY WIN SEVEN AWARDS AT SAN FRANCISCO WORLD SPIRITS COMPETITON 2018

All seven whiskies entered by the SMWS won double gold medals 

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) (https://goo.gl/vX5yQA) has won big at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2018, taking home seven awards including ‘Best in show’ and ‘Best blended malt’.

The SMWS achieved an impressive presentation of awards, including Cask No. 29.224 We arrived! being awarded a double gold medal and ‘Best in show’, beating approximately 1000 whiskies entered into the competition.

In August 2017, the Society unveiled their first ever blended malt – a sherry-influenced 10-year-old bottling entitled Exotic Cargo. Proving that is not only a hit amongst members but also with the judging panel too. Exotic Cargo has swooped a double gold medal and ‘Best Blended Malt Scotch Whisky’.

Founded in 2000, the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (SFWSC) is one of the oldest of its kind and has become one of the world’s most respected spirits competitions. An SFWSC medal is a universally recognised indicator of exceptional quality and craftsmanship.

Commenting on the win, Euan Campbell, Spirits Manager at the SMWS said: “2018 celebrates the 35^th anniversary of The Scotch Malt Whisky Society and we’re delighted to mark this with such a brilliant array of awards. The awards are great recognition for the innovative approach we take at the Society. Our portfolio of malts, from 134 distilleries in Scotland, is a unique concept and to be rewarded and recognised on this international stage is testament to the quality of our whisky collections.”

The Society have exciting plans for 2018, continuing their reputation for providing an ever-changing variety of whiskies experiences for their members.

Full awards listed below:

• DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL, BEST IN SHOW WHISKY, BEST SCOTCH, BEST SINGLE

MALT WHISKY, BEST INDEPENDENT MERCHANT SINGLE MALT
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Cask No. 29.224 Single Malt Scotch, We arrived! Islay, Scotland [55%]

• DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL, BEST BLENDED MALT SCOTCH WHISKY,

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Cask No. Blended Batch 01 Blended Malt Scotch Exotic Cargo, Scotland [50%]

• DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Cask No. 10.119 Single Malt Scotch, The Chimney in a Beehive, Islay, Scotland [59.3%]

• DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Cask No. 30.97 Single Malt Scotch, Dancing on a Volcano, Speyside, Scotland [64%]

• DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Cask No. 4.229 Single Malt Scotch, Volcanic Jam, Islands, Scotland [60.3%]

• DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Cask No. 29.234 Single Malt Scotch, Smoked and Salted Toffee Apples, Islay, Scotland [54.9%]

• DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Cask No. 7.187 Single Malt Scotch, Silky, Sexy and Indulgent, Speyside, Scotland [54.3%]

Notes to editors:

About The Scotch Malt Whisky Society 

• The Scotch Malt Whisky Society is an international whisky club that bottles rare single cask, single malt whisky, and a range of other spirits
• The Society was established in Edinburgh in 1983 and now has more than 26,000 members and branches around the world
• The Society only ever bottles single casks – each cask is unique, making every Society bottling a limited edition
• The Society has bottled whisky from more than 134 distilleries in its history
• The Society releases a new batch of around 30 single cask, single malt whiskies every month
• The Kaleidoscope Whisky Bar and Shop has over 200 whiskies on offer and is open to everybody
• The Society offers a variety of membership’s packages which can be tailored. Please see https://goo.gl/vX5yQA
• For more information about the Society, visit https://goo.gl/vX5yQA

La Vie en Whisky:
The Whisky Shop Paris

Our French boutique is now two years old, and in its short life it has already seen a staggering collection of some incredible and rare whiskies pass through its doors. Just a stone’s throw from some of Paris’ most iconic sights, our shop in Place de la Madeleine is home to limited editions from The Macallan, Highland Park, Springbank and more, many of which aren’t available in our UK shops.

That’s not to say you can’t get them for your own collection! With international shipping there’s no need for a Eurostar ticket, in fact you don’t even have to speak French, just click ‘Translate this page’ in your browser.

Macallan Edition No.2

The second in an annual series of limited editions, this Speyside single malt is the fruit of a creative partnership between Bob Dalgarno, Whisky Maker at The Macallan, and the Roca brothers of restaurant, El Celler de Can Roca, in Catalonia.

The nose has layers of vanilla, tropical fruit and subtle green wood with treacle, ginger toffee apples and rich fruit. The palate brings cracked black pepper, chocolate, nuts, cloves, oak, brown sugar, liquorice and brandy snaps, before a full, slow and warming finish.

€125 Buy Now

Sullivans Cove French Oak
Cask TD0039

Aged in a 300L French Oak ex-Australian Tawny barrel, French Oak Cask TD0039 was distilled in 2005 and produced only 512 bottles.

A classic French Oak, TD0039 is similar in style to cask HH0525 that won the World’s Best Single Malt in 2014.

As supporters, we’re delighted to offer this release exclusively to you today – before its release to the public.

Please click on the link below to purchase ($450 per bottle)

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Sullivans Cove Distillery · Lamb Pl · Cambridge, TAS 7170 · Australia

15 year old Port Charlotte 2001 ex-bourbon hogshead 58.3%, £95 (Islay Whisky Festival Exclusive)

6 year old Octomore 2011 ex-bourbon barrel (Simon Coughlin’s cask) 62.0% 150ppm, £160 (Islay Whisky Festival Exclusive).

Contact bruce@dramfool.com or via the Dramfool Facebook page

www.dramfool.com

You may have guessed but over here at Whisky Wednesday, we really, really, really like Loch Lomond. This is the 18YO, it’s matured in ex-American oak casks and really does showcase how varied and versatile the distillery is. A nose of salted caramel and fennel – a palate of spicier styles, herbaceous notes and some light sweetness and finally, a finish that musters up those slightly smoky almost Campbeltown like style finale. Beautiful.

https://youtu.be/hWTTbAKQNEs

Photo credit Chris James

MONTY JOINS LOCH LOMOND WHISKIES 

Loch Lomond Whiskies, The Official Spirit of The Open, has agreed a high-profile partnership with Colin Montgomerie to promote the brand’s range of award winning single malts across the world.

The independent Scotch whisky distiller recently announced a five-year partnership with The R&A to become Official Spirit of The Open and Women’s British Open. This is the brand’s first individual sponsorship agreement with a player.

Since turning professional in 1987, Montgomerie has recorded 52 tournament victories across the world and became European #1 in 1993 – a position he held for an unprecedented seven years. Ryder Cup success followed as a player before he led Europe to a famous victory as Captain at Celtic Manor in 2010.

Montgomerie will now work with Loch Lomond Whiskies to promote the full product range worldwide, including two “limited editions” specially created to mark The 147^th Open at Carnoustie as well as a “Single Cask” edition that will carry his name. Later in the year, a “Colin Montgomerie” limited edition single malt will also be released.

Montgomerie said: “I’m a long-time fan of Scotch single malts and so am absolutely delighted to work with the team at Loch Lomond Whiskies who have shown great passion and enthusiasm for producing some fabulous whiskies of great quality and character.

“As a proud Scot I know that Scotland is world-renowned for both our whisky and our unrivalled golf courses. I’m passionate about telling the story of both and was really impressed by the quality, authenticity and diversity of flavours of the Loch Lomond single malts.”

Colin Matthews, CEO of Loch Lomond Group, said: “We’re extremely pleased to welcome Monty to our team. As one of Europe’s most successful and passionate players over many years, our partnership will allow us to further develop our presence in golf.

“We look forward to working with Colin as he helps us spread the message of Loch Lomond Whiskies around the world.”

For further information visit Loch Lomond Whiskies on Twitter: @LochLomondMalts, Instagram: @lochlomondmalts Facebook: Loch Lomond Whiskies and at www.lochlomondwhiskies.com. 

Notes:

About the Loch Lomond Group

• Loch Lomond Group is an independent distiller based in Alexandria and is home to several award-winning brands that are sold in more than 125 countries worldwide.
• Loch Lomond distillery has been producing the finest single malt whiskies since 1814.
• Images and interviews with key staff from the Group are available upon request. lochlomondgroup.com 

About Loch Lomond Whiskies

• Loch Lomond Distillery has one of the oldest heritages in the industry. It was founded by American, Duncan Thomas, the owner of the Littlemill distillery which was licensed in 1772. In the 1930s Duncan Thomas was at the forefront of innovation within the Scotch whisky industry and his innovative philosophy is ingrained into everything that is done at Loch Lomond to this day
• The multi award winning Loch Lomond whiskies range includes the Loch Lomond 12 Year Old which has been awarded a Gold Medal at the International Spirits Challenge 2017. Other expressions in the range are the single malts Loch Lomond Original; Loch Lomond Classic; Loch Lomond 18 Year Old; Loch Lomond 50 Year Old; the Loch Lomond Island’s Collection which includes the Inchmurrin and Inchmoan ranges as well as the deluxe blend Loch Lomond Signature and Loch Lomond Single Grain
• Loch Lomond Inchmoan 12 Year Old has been awarded Best Highland Single Malt 12 Years and Under at the 2018 World Whiskies Awards
• Loch Lomond Whiskies was recently also awarded the following medals at the 2018 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, one of the most prestigious and coveted global competitions:

• DOUBLE GOLD MEDAL: Loch Lomond 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch
• GOLD MEDAL: Loch Lomond Inchmoan Vintage 1992 Single Malt Scotch
• GOLD MEDAL: Loch Lomond Original Single Malt Scotch

KILCHOMAN PORT CASK 2018 RELEASE, 50.0%

£83.95

Limited release from Kilchoman aged in Port Cask. Expect full bodied red fruit notes paired with gentle peat reak.

Buy Kilchoman Port Cask Now

KILCHOMAN, RED WINE CASK, 2017, 50%

£79.95

Aged in Portugese Red Wine Casks, this limited release. Think buttery and fruity with a bitter chocolate finish.

£69.95

Sweet peat. This limited release from Kilchoman is a treat each year. The Loch Gorm is aged exclusively in Sherry casks.

Buy Kilchoman Loch Gorm Now

TWB Exclusives from Dumbarton & Invergordon

TWB Exclusive 40 & 30 Year Old Single Grains

Invergordon 40 Year Old 1978 Single Cask – £191.22
Dumbarton 30 Year Old 1988 Single Cask – £119.08

We’ve line up two new exclusive single grain whiskies for April, both ideal for those special birthdays, anniversaries or any special occasion really!