The 165th auction is around the midway point now, but fear not for there is still plenty of time to get involved.  From our experience the auction usually ends sometime after 10pm on Sunday night, leaving you ample time to secure that bottle you have your eye on.  We have some really interesting bottles in this month, so here are a few you might have missed.

We’d be remiss if we didn’t kick things off with this incredible Balvenie 47 Year Old ‘Morgan’s Reserve’. Up there with the oldest bottlings ever produced by this esteemed distillery? Check. Vanishingly rare? Check. First time this bottling has ever been made available to the secondary market? You’d better believe it. This private bottling, for the grandchildren of whisky merchant George Morgan, from his own private casks, will now be on the radar of every serious Balvenie collector worldwide. We can’t emphasise enough how special this one is!

These are good. Very, very good. An eclectic (verging on obscure) collection of bottlings from artisan stateside distilleries, tasting these is like listening to a jazz compilation through expensive headphones. If you don’t believe us, just check out their scores at whiskyfun.com, where Serge Valentin has rated most of them in the 90s. If you’ve never stepped out of your comfort zone with international whisk(e)y, this might be the perfect place to start…

The Red Collection from Macallan is one of the most beautiful series from the Speyside giants, in no small part because of the classic, understated nature of the presentation. This Macallan 40 Year Old The Red Collection typifies that – no bells, no whistles, no smoke and mirrors… just an elegant wooden case which houses a truly spectacular bottle of whisky.

Rounding off the whistle-stop tour of our 165th Auction is this dark, unctuous Fettercairn 46 Year Old. Founded in 1824 (incidentally, the same year as The Macallan), Fettercairn has ridden often under the radar – but always appreciated by those who have fallen in love with its light, tropical spirit. The stills at the distillery have unique copper cooling rings which douse them in water to increase condensation. This richer expression has been finished in Tawny Port Pipes, lending notes of ripe banana, dark chocolate and figs.As always, we have a wide range of drams with something to suit everyone, so now is the time to get moving picking out your own personal favourites for your watchlist. Best of luck to everyone in the auction, and as always………..don’t lose your bottle.

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Teaninich 40 Year Old 1973 Vintage Highland single malt Scotch whisky. Single cask sherry hogshead bottled October 2014 by Hunter Laing & Co. for the Old & Rare Platinum Selection. 229 bottles.

This burnished gold coloured whisky has a full bodied and sweet nose of vanilla, butterscotch and Christmas pudding with brandy sauce. It is smooth and creamy on the palate, with vanilla, cinder toffee and dark chocolate giving a remarkable depth of character. The finish is long and satisfying with a dry oaky aftertaste.

£900.00 GBP

Clan Colla 7 Year Old Single Grain Rum Finish 46% 70cl

A deliciously light and bright single grain whiskey here from Ireland’s Ahascragh, which holds the claim of being Ireland’s first zero-emissions distillery. This tasty single grain was initially aged in ex-bourbon barrels, ahead of a finishing period in Panamanian rum casks. The results are vibrantly mouthwatering.

Official tasting notes:

Nose: Christmas in a glass with vanilla and banana

Palate: Light and buttery with dried fruits and baking spices like nutmeg and cinnamon

Finish: Smooth and warming with spicy cereal

£49.96

Old Particular Wine Series

Blair Athol 13 Years Old

This distinctive expression sees our Blair Athol 13 Years Old enjoy a lengthy finish in a Single Sangiovese Red Wine Cask sourced from Italy. The well-rounded and intricate characteristics of Sangiovese seamlessly intertwine with the rich depth of Blair Athol.

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We are delighted to bring to you our exclusive Old Particular Red Wine Cask Collection. Each pairing in this collection has been meticulously selected to enhance the inherent qualities of both our Malt and Grain Scotch Whisky, elevating the complexity and depth to introduce entirely new taste experiences.​

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An Encounter with Dedicated Craftsmanship

I’m delighted to unveil a truly unique experience we’ve designed exclusively for those who, like us, are dedicated to the art of creating the finest whisky. Introducing The Residency: Tamdhu, hosted at our reawakened Lowland sister distillery, the historic Rosebank Distillery in Falkirk.

This remarkable opportunity brings the essence of Tamdhu, normally showcased only during the prestigious Speyside Whisky Festival, to a new location. Spaces are limited and tickets go on public release next week. I don’t want you to miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Tamdhu. So please use the link below and book your tickets now.

Immerse yourself in the heart of whisky-making as you sample four world-class Tamdhu single casks, each hand-selected by me. These exceptional casks tell the rich story of our exclusive Spain-to-Speyside sherry maturation process.

Uncover the subtleties of flavour, learn the hidden art of the malt master, and craft your own bespoke Tamdhu Speyside Single Malt Whisky. You’ll leave with your own, unique 20cl bottle from this rare experience.

This bespoke experience guarantees an immersive and personalised adventure into the heart of sherry matured whisky.

Slàinte Mhath,

Sandy McIntyre
Distillery Manager

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How to Pronounce Scotch Whisky Names

Ever found yourself at a whisky tasting, staring at a menu of distillery names that look like a secret code? You’re not alone! Pronouncing Scottish distillery names can be a challenge, even for native Scots. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a fun, region-by-region guide to help you sound like a whisky pro. Each region has an accompanying video with Vic Cameron providing the audio.📖 Read the Post | 🎬 Watch the Videos

2025 is the year of whisky with a taste for adventure, and March is the time to explore its hidden depths. This month we’re immersing ourselves in the world of maturation. It can take you on an adventure to places you might not expect, from Madeira and France to as far as Australia. Take a peek at some of the cask adventures that await in this month’s Outturn, which goes live on Friday, 7 March at 9am.

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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

Old-School Scotch Collectible

2006 Glenlivet 17 Year Old “Signatory Unchillfiltered Collection” 1st Fill Single Sherry Butt #900810 Cask Strength Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml)

(Pre-Arrival, Elsewhere $180)

($139.99)
“We’re extremely lucky to have acquired a significant stock of this excellent barrel.”
— David Othenin-Girard, K&L Spirits Buyer

This exceptional barrel from a renowned Speyside distillery harks back to a time when high-proof, sherry-matured malt was still available at a reasonable price. Filled in 2007 into a first-fill Oloroso sherry butt, it aged for 17 years before being bottled at cask strength, unchillfiltered and without added color. K&L has had the privilege of bottling several outstanding Glenlivet casks from this era, and this one is no exception. This value find goes for over $40 our pricing on the global market, but only K&L offers this remarkable deal. Expect a powerful nose of stewed stone fruit, heather, and rich dark chocolate. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience a superbly aged Glenlivet at an unbeatable value.

This product is estimated to be available by 03/16/2025.

David Othenin-Girard | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: February 17, 2025

There was once a time when we were able to sell 16-year-old Sherried Glenlivet from Signatory for $80. Then came many years when a similar-aged product would easily cost over $200, and we had to charge $140 for 12-year-old stocks. Now, we’re back to a world where Signatory is a leader in both price and quality, offering extremely high-quality stocks well under market prices.

This exceptional Glenlivet, presented in the iconic Signatory decanter bottle, is part of a well-known series of 06/07 barrels from the renowned distillery that Signatory seems to have been sitting on for quite some time. We’re extremely lucky to have acquired a significant stock of this excellent barrel. Some of these Glenlivets are ultra-clean and refreshing, but others are extremely complex, offering a very old-school vibe. This one is quite the latter. The color is burnt umber (1.7). A dense and complex nose of dried tobacco, dried plums, fruitcake, dark jams, and a deep roast-y rancio. Unctuous and bold, mouthfilling and forward, full of jams and sweet caramel candies, but with twinges of old wood, tobacco, and mineral oils to keep it sassy. This is world-class stuff and honestly should be sold for a lot more money, but here we are. We bought every bottle still available in the country.

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