[Tailored Team; L: Tom Costello, M: Carl Johnstone R: Adam Harding | The Experimental Series; Photo Credit: Jacek Hubner]

Set to revolutionise the private whisky bottling world, Edinburgh’s Tailored Spirits Co. has launched their first-ever series of whiskies marking a milestone moment for Scotland’s latest team of ambitious, passionate and meticulous whisky professionals. 

Single malt whisky-lovers are raising a glass as there’s an innovative new spirits start-up in town; Leith-based Tailored Spirits Co. today launch their first-ever whisky range under the brand name The Experimental Series. The whisky bottler’s inaugural release aims to ‘redefine tradition’, with a belief that single cask spirits are not just about heritage, but also ‘curiosity, exploration and innovation’.

The Experimental Series* are one-of-a-kind micro-batch experiments, limited-edition whiskies chosen to push the boundaries of what a single cask whisky can be. The series consists of a Croftengea Loch Lomond 7-year-old costing £59.50 producing only 52 bottles, a Fettercairn 13-year-old release of 84 bottles priced at £74.50, and an Ardmore 8-year-old limited to just 60 bottles priced at £64.50 each – all available on the company’s website: https://www.tailoredspirits.co.uk/shop

The meticulous design style is inspired by travel luggage labels, provoking memories of places whisky-lovers have visited, with the bottle shape being a nod to those found in a scientific lab. A removable tab or ‘lab ticket’ containing a four-letter-code in alphabetical order per release, offers a collectors item for spirits enthusiasts to track each experiment. The company has announced that customers who collect six of the The Experimental Series lab tickets will gain exclusive access to a very special upcoming experimental release.

Tailored Spirits Co. is a groundbreaking new start-up that specialises in privately owned whisky casks. The company has been tipped by business leaders to transform the way owners of single cask whisky understand and realise the value of their rare spirits. After launching in 2024, Tailored Spirits Co. immediately gained recognition and momentum by winning the top spot at the coveted Scottish Edge nation-wide entrepreneurial competition, landing the business with funding of £100k.

The line-up of Founders are a trio of industry professionals who all bring their own unique expertise to the table; Tom Costello covers all things Brand & Creative, with Carl Johnstone managing Commercial & Operations and Adam Harding leading the Spirits, Sales & Strategy. The highly-experienced team stand by one clear mantra ‘From the warehouse to your house’ with one very clear vision – ‘to bridge the gap between the commercial scale of whisky and the needs of a single cask owner’.

Commenting on their first-ever whisky launch, Adam Harding, Co-Founder & Director, said: “We are beyond delighted to release our first-ever whisky range. This release is all about redefining tradition, honouring heritage but championing curiosity, exploration and innovation. Since launching Tailored Spirits Co. in 2023, we’ve been overwhelmed by the response from the whisky industry. It is such a warm & welcoming environment and we are so excited to release our first spirits into the whisky world.”

Adding his thoughts on the meticulous bottle design, Tom Costello, Co-Founder & Director, said: “We love making whiskies look as attractive and eye-catching as possible. The Experimental Series was a dream to design. It showcases the beauty of experimentation, something that’s not bound by tradition, a true exploration of flavour and design. For me the fact they can never be replicated made our first release really special.”

Carl Johnstone, Co-Founder & Director, gave his vision for the future of the company: “As a business, our story is one of continued growth and development. We have an awareness of a growing demand in a rapidly changing industry. This allows us to work closely with private clients all over the world. Our business started with a dram, and that’s exactly where our clients’ dreams and passions begin. Our role is to make the journey as smooth and enjoyable as possible.”

Tailored Spirits Co. are experts in spirits, specialising in whisky supply, creating exceptional brands and bottlings. An Edinburgh-based, global-serving company who guide clients through the complexities of spirits bottling projects and ensure their dreams are achieved. 

Macallan x Sir Peter Blake
An Estate, A Community And A Distillery

70cl | 47.7% ABV

The Anecdotes of Ages Collection is an extraordinary art and Whisky collaboration with globally renowned British pop artist, Sir Peter Blake. This special Single Malt Whisky has been created to commemorate Sir Peter Blake’s visit to The Macallan Estate on the legendary River Spey.

Beautifully packaged in a presentation box, the bottle label features a digital design by Sir Peter himself. There is also a piece of Sir Peter Blake artwork printed on a scroll and a certificate detailing the history and heritage on which the art was based.

£899.95

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Macallan The Harmony Collection IV Vibrant Oak

This bottling (44.2% abv) is the fourth release in the Harmony Collection has been created in collaboration with Cirque du Soleil. Created by The Macallan Whisky Mastery Team, the liquid matured in a combination of first fill sherry seasoned American oak casks and refill sherry casks.

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Lochlea Fallow Edition Third Crop

They have matured their signature Lochlea spirit in fresh 1st-fill Oloroso Sherry Butts, and the liquid is one year older than the 2023 Edition. The different cask makeup highlights their distillery’s progression as the last in the popular sherry-influenced Fallow trilogy.

Fallow Edition (Third Crop) is the third in a new and final set of four limited editions, marking the end of their Seasonal trilogy. They have matured their signature Lochlea spirit in fresh 1st-fill Oloroso Sherry Butts, and the liquid is one year older than the 2023 Edition. The different cask makeup highlights their distillery’s progression as the last in the popular sherry-influenced Fallow trilogy. Non-chill filtered and natural colour

Tasting Notes:
Nose: Delightful baked apple and sweet medjool dates
Palate: Manuka honey and nutty fresh malted bread
Finish: Rich buttery sandalwood oils and mixed peppercorns

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Crianlarich, Perthshire FK20 8RY
United Kingdom

Valentines Day
14th Feb 2025

Ready to feel the love this Valentines Day? 

Let us be a part of your unforgettable moments with a special 3-course Valentine’s menu for £39.95 pp, available throughout the week of 10th – 15th Feb 2024. Special menu available in addition to our usual a la carte menu, this offering is specially crafted for you and your loved ones.

Come & create lasting memories with us.

See Whiski Rooms Valentine’s Menu here

OLD PERTH WHISKY UNVEILS LIMITED EDITION ‘OLD PERTH 2009’

Release Date: 13th February

RRP: £98
ABV: 53.6%
Available in: UK, Europe, Japan, Australia

Old Perth is proud to announce the release of an exceptional Limited Edition – Old Perth Vintage Collection 2009, a rich and bold whisky that showcases the complexity and depth achieved through a unique selection of three carefully chosen sherry casks. Only 1480 bottles have been produced, making this an exclusive release that whisky enthusiasts won’t want to miss.

The Casks: A Sherry Lover’s Dream

This limited-edition expression features a captivating combination of three distinct sherry casks: First Fill Oloroso Sherry Cask, Second Fill Oloroso Sherry Cask  & First Fill PX Sherry Cask. The rich, deep flavours imparted by these casks have resulted in a whisky that is bold, complex, and layered with indulgent notes of dried fruit, spice, and a touch of nutty richness. The casks themselves are of the finest quality, with the Oloroso hogsheads sourced directly from Miguel in Jerez, Spain, and the ex-Vasyma second fill butt crafted from European oak.

Nose, Palate & Finish: A Journey of Flavour

• Colour: Deep mahogany. Dark and inviting.
• Nose: A beautifully aromatic nose of sandalwood and dried tobacco leaves, complemented by sun-dried fruits, raisins, and sultanas.
• Palate: The first sip is packed with dried fruits, raisins, sultanas, and a hint of candied orange rind. Rich brown sugar mingles with warming spices—cinnamon, root ginger, and cloves—to create a truly indulgent experience.
• Finish: The rich nuttiness takes center stage as the dried fruits and spice gradually fade. A long-lasting presence remains on the palate, with a delicate waxiness lingering in the background.

Tasting Profile:
This whisky is rich, spicy, and bold, with layers of dried fruit, sugar, and spice blending harmoniously to create a whisky that is simply irresistible. It’s a celebration of sugar and spice, and all things nice.

What Makes This Whisky Special?

The creation of this limited-edition blended malt was a result of extensive sampling from a range of 2009 vintage casks, carefully sourced from multiple distilleries. The whisky is a vatting of different cask sizes, including hogshead and butts, both of which contributed to its complexity and richness. Each cask was nosed and tasted individually, with only the most standout samples being shortlisted for blending. After iterative blending, nosing, and tasting, a final blend was created and refined over time. A panel of whisky experts democratically selected the final expression, ensuring it met Old Perth’s exacting standards.

A Limited Release

With just 1482 bottles available globally, this is a rare opportunity for whisky enthusiasts to experience a truly remarkable expression. The whisky will be available in select markets including the UK, Europe, Japan, and Australia, at an RRP of £98 per bottle.

Availability & Pricing

The Old Perth Vintage Collection 2009 will be released on 13th February with an RRP of £98. Given the limited nature of this release, whisky collectors and enthusiasts are advised to act quickly to secure their bottle.

For more information or to purchase, please visit HERE 

About Old Perth

Old Perth is known for its innovative and meticulously crafted blended malt whiskies. With a focus on quality and distinctive flavour profiles, Old Perth continues to push the boundaries of whisky creation, offering whisky lovers unique and memorable expressions that showcase the art of blending.

Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers is solely owned and operated by one of Scotland’s oldest and most prominent whisky families, Jamie and Brian Morrison. There has been over five generations of the Morrison family involved in the whisky business including grocers, brokers, blenders, bottlers and distillers, making them one of Scotland’s oldest whisky families.

Their heritage gives them access to a wide variety of unique and exceptional casks from pedigree distilleries across Scotland. Their family’s values are run through everything they do and they proudly showcase these underneath each of their bottles reiterating their commitment to Patience, Intuition and Integrity.

In every whisky they release, they are committed to continue to impart the knowledge that has been passed down from generations of family whisky makers. Our chairman’s great-grandfather, William Walker, one of the pre-eminent whisky brokers of his era, worked closely with various distilleries on the island, even advocating on behalf of the Islay whisky trade to American businesses on the repeal of US prohibition in 1933.

Walker grew very fond of Islay, where he eventually purchased a home, and played an integral part in developing transport, trade and marketing of the Island’s produce.  His philanthropic nature was deeply appreciated by Islay residents – with the Glasgow Islay Association (of which he was a life member and chairman) noting in 1934 “In the Island itself, he has closely identified himself with every cause worthy of support”.

In 1963 a chance lunchtime encounter at a Glasgow restaurant led to Stanley P Morrison, the son-in-law of William Walker, purchasing of Islay’s oldest distillery — Bowmore (established in 1779) — that evening. Morrison Bowmore Distillers was created and emerged as a globally-recognised brand of quality Single Malt Scotch

Whisky, producing a characterful spirit with some legendary bottlings. Morrison Bowmore Distillers was acquired by Suntory in 1994.

To find out more about Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers visit www.morrisondistillers.com or for MacTalla visit www.mactallawhisky.com

THE BALVENIE

One of the biggest and most historic distilleries in Speyside, The Balvenie has forged its reputation not just on the rich, boldly flavoured single malts it has produced since 1892, but also on its distinctive and influential use of cask finishing.

Beginning with the iconic sherry cask-finished 12 Year Old DoubleWood, it’s continued with a range of expressions finished in port casks, rum casks and more, culminating in its Curious Casks collection, and other innovative releases.

For lovers of Speyside malts, those looking to try more from this household name’s collection, or those interested in the layers of flavour cask finishing can add to a whisky, The Balvenie is an icon of Scotch whisky for very good reason.

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Strathclyde The Sovereign Single Cask Whisky 34 Year Old·1990 Vintage

Long the privileged secret of Master Blenders and canny warehousemen throughout the whisky industry, well-aged Single Grain Scotch Whiskies have in recent years been growing in appreciation and popularity amongst connoisseurs.

With a history of producing luxury blended whiskies dating back many years, the Directors of Hunter Laing & Co. understand and appreciate grain whiskies and are pleased to be guarding excellent stockholdings of certain such spirits between 25 and 50 years of age.

Hunter Laing’s Sovereign range of single cask single grain whiskies are bottled at cask strength and without chill filtration or artificial colouring. Any one of these rare Sovereign bottlings represents an opportunity to enjoy a whisky experience that is both intense and uncommon.

£149.95

Russell’s Reserve “K&L Exclusive – Cedar Brook” (Warehouse TY-K, Level 5) Single Barrel #24-0078 Kentucky Straight Bourbon (750ml)

$74.99

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This gorgeous barrel of 8-year-old Russell’s Reserve was distilled on September 14th, 2015, and bottled just before its 9th birthday in 2024. Aged on the fifth floor in Tyrone’s excellent warehouse K, the higher elevation and different warehouse strongly contrasts the other “younger” barrel from this series. These four barrels, we affectionately refer to as the Water Ways series, highlight the many small streams and rivers that meander around the distillery and ultimate flow into the neighboring Kentucky River. Cedar Brook is a particularly relevant name for the area, as it was once the name of a local distillery that operated outside of Lawrenceburg. Now the only distiller in the area is the wonderful Wild Turkey and this doozy of a barrel is no exception. It’s always striking to appreciate just how good these barrels can be at only 8 years of age, but we always forget that the flag ship product, which was quite well regarded in its day, was the old Wild Turkey 8 year 101 proof. Now we expect our bourbon to be older, yet 8 years seems often to be the sweet spot. Here we have the perfect balance between dense red Turkey fruit and earthy herbal barrel spice. A sweet and savory one that will scratch the itch of so many Turkey lovers without a doubt.

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