Wheelhouse Whisky — Prophecy

Prophecy Awarded Best Dram

An award-winning whisky. Crafted and blended from kindred spirits, curated to reflect Benbecula’s future flavour and taste. Smoke, salt, and sweet fruity and floral notes. Wheelhouse Whisky — Prophecy has been voted Best Dram at the Manchester Whisky Festival. This whisky is curated by our team to reflect what our future Benbecula whisky will be like once it has matured. We are so thrilled this dram has been recognised with this award, and are even more excited as we get closer to our inaugural release.

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Much like our whisky, a Wheelhouse is complex and layered. These rare Iron Age structures, largely found in the rugged Outer Hebrides landscape, are circular drystone buildings, segmented like oranges by interior walls. Wheelhouses offer a glimpse into the lives of our Island ancestors, proving that with the right foundation, lasting legacy can be built.

Wheelhouse Cask No 4 — Prophecy

Prophecy has just been released and is only available in store at Benbecula Distillery.

2012 Port Charlotte 10 Year Old “Dramfool’s Jim McEwan Signature Collection 7.2″ First Fill Bourbon Barrel Cask #2554 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) (Previously $370) $258.10 View

Jim McEwan
Review Date: N/A

Aromas – Opens on a beautiful combination of peat smoked barley with tantalising hints of lemon & honey then waves of heather in bloom drift by. Little notes of juniper and pine mingle beautifully with the spiciness of bourbon residue and sweetness of malt extract. It’s Islay at its best, in the early summer with the warm winds from the Atlantic Ocean caressing the barley fields and depositing the salty moisture on the land that give the barley its unique flavour. Palate – The sweetness of malt extract is in harmony with the smokiness from the peat and also the spicy residue from bourbon-soaked staves, it evolves slowly creating the flavour profile that makes this spirit unique. The most important element of this spirit is that it is distilled by Islanders who simply walk in the footsteps of their fore-fathers; no computers, no chemists, no BS, just passion pride and patience.

This release was distilled on July 18th, 2012 after spending its entire 10-year life maturing in cask #2554, a first-fill Bourbon barrel from the Jack Daniels distillery. It was bottled in February 2023 without chillfiltration and no added color, at a natural cask strength of 60.6%. Only 232 bottles were produced. Tasting notes from Jim McEwan: “Aromas – Opens on a beautiful combination of peat smoked barley with tantalising hints of lemon & honey, then waves of heather in bloom drift by. Little notes of juniper and pine mingle beautifully with the spiciness of bourbon residue and sweetness of malt extract. It’s Islay at its best, in the early summer with the warm winds from the Atlantic Ocean caressing the barley fields and depositing the salty moisture on the land that give the barley its unique flavour. Palate – The sweetness of malt extract is in harmony with the smokiness from the peat and also the spicy residue from bourbon-soaked staves, it evolves slowly creating the flavour profile that makes this spirit unique. The most important element of this spirit is that it is distilled by Islanders who simply walk in the footsteps of their forefathers; no computers, no chemists, no BS, just passion, pride and patience.”

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The Invergordon 50 Year Old 1974 is an extraordinary Highland single grain Scotch whisky bottled by The Keeble Cask Company for their prestigious Fragrant Drops series. Distilled in 1974 and matured for half a century in a single 2nd fill Oloroso sherry octave, this remarkable 2025 release was bottled at natural cask strength 48.2% ABV. After five decades of patient ageing, it delivers a luxurious depth of flavour — a true masterpiece from one of Scotland’s most respected grain distilleries.

Why We Think You’ll Love It

• Distilled in 1974 and matured 50 years in a 2nd fill Oloroso sherry octave #1

• Bottled in 2025 at natural cask strength 48.2% ABV

• Released by The Keeble Cask Company for the Fragrant Drops series

• A rare half-century-old single grain whisky of exceptional refinement

• Combines sherry depth, oak elegance, and a luxurious silky texture

The Invergordon 50 Year Old 1974 Fragrant Drops is a once-in-a-lifetime whisky — elegant, complex, and steeped in history. With 50 years of slow maturation, this single-cask release delivers unparalleled smoothness and depth, making it a crowning achievement in the Fragrant Drops collection and a true collector’s treasure

Bunnahabhain Staoisha 2019 6 Year Old, Watt Whisky

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The Green Welly Stop
Tyndrumwhisky, Tyndrum
Crianlarich, Perthshire FK20 8RY
United Kingdom

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Angus Dundee Distillers marks major milestone with first spirit filling at new Chinese distillery 

Angus Dundee Distillers, which owns Tomintoul and Glencadam distilleries in Scotland, has celebrated a key milestone in the development of its first malt whisky distillery in Chun’an, China.

The Chun’an Malt Whisky Distillery has now officially transitioned from construction to production with the ceremonial filling of its first spirit into the inaugural cask.

Overlooking the picturesque Thousand Island Lake, often celebrated as ‘the finest water under the heaven’, the distillery will marry traditional Scotch whisky-making with the distinctive environment and cultural heritage of the region.

Iain Lochhead, Director of Angus Dundee Distillers, said: “Chun’an Distillery is a unique opportunity to combine Scotland’s whisky heritage with one of China’s most inspiring natural landscapes.

“This area is popular due to the exceptional natural beauty of its lakes and mountains and the design of the site itself reflects this, embracing the aesthetics of the local Jiangnan Huizhou architectural style, with every element being built with precision and care.”

As a strategic investment by Angus Dundee Distillers in China, Chun’an Distillery draws deeply from the group’s Scotch whisky heritage. The distillery continues two centuries of traditional whisky-making philosophy practiced at Angus Dundee’s historic Scottish distilleries, employing authentic single malt production methods including traditional copper pot still distillation, rigorous yeast management, precise cut control and a diversified cask maturation programme.

With all elements in place, the First Spirit Filling Ceremony, attended by Angus Dundee directors and distinguished guests, marked the beginning of the whisky’s long maturation journey. The event, set against the spectacular backdrop of Thousand Island Lake, concluded with a farm-to-table luncheon inspired by the surrounding mountains and local terroir.

Looking ahead, the Chun’an Distillery site, which spans more than 20 acres, is set to become a fully integrated whisky destination with visitors able to explore immersive production galleries, tasting rooms, experiential dining, retail areas and extensive outdoor spaces for events and tourism. The visitor experience is expected to open mid-2026.

Iain Lochhead added: “The ceremonial filling of the first cask represents a defining moment for our Chinese venture. As we expand our presence in a market we believe will be central to the future of the whisky industry, we are proud to bring our experience and craftsmanship to this region, creating a world-class distillery and visitor experience.”

With Chun’an Distillery, Angus Dundee Distillers continues its mission to expand the reach of authentic single malt whisky while demonstrating how Scottish expertise can evolve in new terroirs. This landmark project signals the company’s commitment to crafting exceptional whisky and positioning Thousand Island Lake as a future centre for global whisky appreciation.

Angus Dundee Distillers

Angus Dundee Distillers, founded in 1950, owns the Glencadam Distillery, Tomintoul Distillery, and a modern blending and bottling plant in Scotland. It is an independent company engaged in the distilling, blending and bottling of high-quality Scotch whiskies and other spirits. Its products are exported to over 80 countries worldwide. 

Tomintoul Distillery

Tomintoul Distillery is nestled in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, within the whisky producing region of Speyside. The distillery, established in 1965, is named after the nearby village of Tomintoul, the highest village in the Highlands of Scotland.

Tomintoul’s signature range includes the popular 10-Year-Old, 14-Year-Old and 16-Year-Old, as well as the multi-award-winning Cigar Malt, premium 21-Year-Old and 25-Year-Old and a series of special cask finishes.

Old Ballantruan, the heavily peated Speyside malt, is also distilled at Tomintoul, taking its name from the distillery’s exceptional water source, the Ballantruan Spring. 

Visit www.tomintoulwhisky.com to find out more. 

Glencadam Distillery

Established in 1825, Glencadam Distillery is steeped in history, heritage and tradition, handcrafting single malt Scotch whisky in a process that’s remained unchanged for 200 years. In 2021, Glencadam Distillery re-installed a working internal waterwheel, modelled on the original which was used to power the distillery back in in 1825.

One of Scotland’s oldest distilleries, Glencadam was mothballed for several years before it was purchased and re-opened by Angus Dundee Distillers in 2003.

Today, Glencadam’s multi-award-winning range includes American Oak Reserve, Reserva Andalucía, the 10-Year-Old, 13-Year-Old, 15-Year-Old, 18-Year-Old and 25-Year-Old expressions, as well as a series of special cask finishes.

Visit www.glencadamwhisky.com to find out more.

Our first collection schedule of 2026 has now been finalised. Please click HERE to see the list of dates, locations and to register your interest in our free collection service.

The deadline for collection requests is 12noon on Monday 12th January 2026.

Home collections are available for those customers sending 10+ bottles or bottles to the value of £1000. Lots can be split over the next three auctions.  Unfortunately this service is not available in London. Although we do have four collection points in London.

Collections are limited and offered on a first come first served basis. It is essential that a submission sheet is completed, you can find the link to do so under the selling section on your ‘My SWA’ page. It would be appreciated if bottles could be packed for uplift with your name clearly marked on the front of the box.

A winner in our auction? We are now offering a delivery service to customers who are dropping bottles off for a future auction. This service is charged at £12 (inc. VAT), optional loss and breakage cover is available.

Arran 26 Year Old Cooper’s Gold 49.2% 70cl

£195.83 GBP

A very exciting private cask bottling here from the celebrated Arran single malt Scotch whisky distillery. This Cooper’s Gold edition was distilled back in August 1996 and was fully matured in an ex-sherry butt. Just 112 individually numbered bottles will ever be released. It offers a sumptuous spectrum of toffee, orchard fruit and toasted oak notes, all set in an invitingly smooth texture. A brilliant opportunity to try some long-aged Arran.

Benrinnes 2012 13 Year Old, Watt Whisky

£69.00

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The Green Welly Stop
Tyndrumwhisky, Tyndrum
Crianlarich, Perthshire FK20 8RY
United Kingdom

Mark’s Whisky Ramblings 590: Auchentoshan 12 Year Old 2013 The Nectar of the Daily Drams

Mark Dermul, Belgian whisky blogger, celebrates his birthday with one of his favorite malts. Traditionally, The Nectar of the Daily Drams bottles a few fun single casks to present at the unparalleled whisky festival Spirits in the Sky (every year in November). For the 2025 edition, to Mark’s great joy, there was also an Auchentoshan among them, selected from the warehouses of Signatory in Pitlochry. And as is tradition, he likes to taste a new Auchentoshan to publish on his birthday (fun fact: he turns 56 today and this one is bottled at 56.9%). Although the cask type is not mentioned on the label, it is clearly a sherry cask.

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