The Scottish Government Becomes Official Title Sponsor for the inaugural Whisky L! Beijing Whilst Stephen Notman Brings the Newly Rebranded Show back to Shanghai! 

After five years of successfully running Whisky Live Shanghai, Show Directors’ Winnie Wu & Stephen Notman return to the China whisky festival scene under a new brand and city launch in the nation’s capital of Beijing! On the 22 & 23 August, the Scottish Government title sponsored Whisky L! Beijing will be the first whisky festival held in Beijing. The following week the show directors’ will be executing their sixth whisky festival in Shanghai held at Le Royal Meridien on the 29 & 30 August. 

Stephen Notman explains: ‘having successfully founded and ran Whisky Live Shanghai & Taipei for five years, my contract with Whisky Magazine was complete. Notman continues ‘The decision to go independent has allowed us to use the franchise fee which we would pay to the magazine to attract world class whisky commentators and establish Whisky L! Beijing.’ 

This year, both shows have attracted some of the leading commentators in the industry which include Dave Broom, Steven Lin & Charles Maclean along with receiving resounding support from the whisky industry. All of which will be heading up master classes. 

To commemorate the inaugural WhiskyL! Beijing and rebranding, seven of China’s leading Whisky Masters joined the Show Directors’ to select this year’s single cask release. Selected on a blind tasting basis Berry Brothers & Rudd Auchentoshan 2000 Vintage was selected as the show bottling. The first taste of the cask strength release will be tasted from the Stephen Notman tasting glass designed for cask strength whisky and locally produced spirit Baijiu. 

Combined with brand launches, the largest showcasing of whisky ever in China and the creation of the first Whisky L! Whisky Chocolate in association with Austria’s established chocolatier Zotter, the show promises to be a fun, festive but yet educational experience.

Whisky L! stands for Love, Luxury & Lifestyle 

Whisky L!

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*EVENT DETAILS

Whisky L! Beijing

22 -23 August 2014, 14:00 – 20:00pm

The Westin Beijing Chaoyang

7 Dongsanhuan Bei Lu, Chaoyang District

Tel: +86 10 5922 8888 

Whisky L! 北京

2014年8月23日, 14:00 – 20:00pm

金茂威斯汀大饭店1楼

朝阳区东三环北路7号

电话：+86 10 5922 8888

Whisky L! Shanghai

29-30 August 2014, 14:00 – 20:00pm

Le Royal Meridien Shanghai

789 Nanjing Lu (near Xizang Zhong Lu), Huangpu District

Tel: +86 21 3318 9999 

Whisky L! 上海

2014年8月29-30日, 14:00 – 20:00pm

上海世茂皇家艾美酒店

黄埔区南京路789号（靠近西藏中路）

电话: +86 21 3318 9999

Standard ticket: 200元

VIP ticket: 1,500元

Further information

Web: http://www.whiskyl.com/

WeChat: chinawhiskyguide

Congratulations to OLD PULTENEY, Gordon Hynd and team of Inverhouse Distillers, winners of this year’s The SPIRIT of WHISKY FRINGE Award. Over the three days of Whisky Fringe, all 1300 visitors had the chance to vote for their favourite whisky, from those sampled. Old Pulteney 1990 Vintage, a lightly peated, limited edition, was clearly voted the outright winner.

As always, commiserations to the runners up. Both the Glenglassaugh and the Ben Nevis are superb and highly recommended, while the new Highland Park Dark Origins was extremely well received. Thanks to all the exhibitors for participating and thanks to all the customers who voted.

1st PLACE

~ OLD PULTENEY 1990 Vintage ~
The Spirit of Whisky Fringe 2014

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NÀDURRA LEADS THE WAY AS THE GLENLIVET GOLD RUSH CONTINUES 

The Glenlivet, the world’s no.2 single malt whisky, is celebrating after The Glenlivet Nàdurra scooped a trophy and two gold medals in the International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) and the International Spirit Challenge (ISC). 

The Glenlivet Nàdurra 16 Year Old expression won the prestigious ISC trophy for ‘Scotch Malt Whisky 20 Years and Under’ and a gold medal at the IWSC.  The Glenlivet Nàdurra Oloroso, which was recently launched to great acclaim from whisky experts, also received a gold medal at the IWSC. 

There was further success for the pioneering brand as The Glenlivet 15 Year Old French Oak Reserve and The Glenlivet Archive 21 Year Old each won gold medals at the IWSC while The Glenlivet XXV, The Glenlivet 18 Year Old and The Glenlivet 12 Year Old all received gold medals at the ISC. 

Nikki Burgess, International Brand Director for The Glenlivet, said: “The recent success for The Glenlivet is a testament to our Master Distiller, Alan Winchester, and his expert team who are responsible for the outstanding quality and complex flavour profile of The Glenlivet. In recent years, we have seen a rise in the popularity of artisanal whiskies such as The Glenlivet Nàdurra, which is crafted in small batches, so it’s great to see the style being recognised by whisky experts and fans alike.” 

The Glenlivet was also recognised for its outstanding innovation in marketing with the brand receiving the ‘Best Integrated Campaign’ accolade at the ISC for The Glenlivet Guardians’ Chapter, which called on its global community of consumers, The Guardians of The Glenlivet, to select its next limited edition release.  

Notes: 

Full awards results: 

International Wine & Spirits Challenge

The Glenlivet 15 YO – Gold

The Glenlivet Nàdurra – Gold

The Glenlivet Nàdurra Oloroso – Gold

The Glenlivet 21 YO – Gold

The Glenlivet 12 YO – Silver Outstanding

The Glenlivet 25 YO – Silver Outstanding

The Glenlivet 18 YO – Silver

The Glenlivet Master Distiller’s Reserve – Silver

International Spirits Challenge

The Glenlivet XXV – Gold

The Glenlivet 18 Year Old – Gold

The Glenlivet Nàdurra 16 Year Old 56.1% – Trophy (Scotch Malt Whisky 20 years and under)

The Glenlivet 12 Year Old – Gold 

About the International Wine & Spirits Competition

Established in 1969, The International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) was the first competition set up to seek out, reward and promote the world’s best wines, spirits and liqueurs. Now in its 45^th year, the competition receives entries from around 90 countries which are judged by carefully selected industry experts. 

About the International Spirits Challenge

Now in its 19th year, the International Spirits Challenge is one of the most authoritative, respected, and influential spirits competitions in the world. It is organised in partnership with leading international drinks trade magazine, Drinks International. 

About The Glenlivet

The Glenlivet is the No. 2 single malt Scotch whisky in the world. Crafted in the remote Livet Valley since 1824, it is the only whisky with the unchallengeable right to be called The Glenlivet.  

For further news of upcoming events:

Visit www.theglenlivet.com or http://www.facebook.com/theglenlivet

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Auchentoshan Three Wood – Tasting Review Auchentoshan distillery is located at the foot of the Kilpatrick hills on the outskirts of Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire. It is one of six distilleries to be found in the Scottish Lowlands. It was built in 1800 and changed hands multiple times before being bought by Eadie Cairns in 1969, who completely rebuilt the distillery. In 1984 he sold the distillery to Morrison Bowmore.

Unlike many Scottish distilleries, Auchentoshan practices triple distillation, allowing the spirit to distill for a third time rather than twice; giving its whisky a more delicate and sweet flavour than most Scottish distilleries and Auchentoshan Three Wood is no exception.

Auchentoshan Three Wood gets its name from the triple cask maturation it undertakes during its creation. It starts its maturation journey in American bourbon casks, before migrating to Spanish Olorosso Sherry and finally settling within Pedro Ximenez Sherry casks. It is these final two sherry casks that give this whisky its bold rich appearance and sweet flavour.

 On The Nose:

Dark fruits coated in brown sugar, warm, comforting and rich.

On The Palate:

Those dark fruits burst with flavour, joined with more festive tastes – nuts, cinnamon and citrus zest; still the whole experience remains sweet and luxurious.

The Finish:

Long and lingering oaky and sweet.

Auchentoshan Three Wood is a lovely dram, perfect for those colder nights when all you want is to be out of the cold and warm by the fire. Having been matured in three separate casks, two of which were ex-sherry, there is plenty of rich flavour to be discovered here, and one sitting is certainly not enough to explore all. This is a very distinctive whisky and one that I am sure will make itself at home within your collection.

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Arran Devils Punch Bowl Chapter 3 53.4% | 70cl
“For Chapter 3 of the Devils Punch Bowl I have chosen a brooding selection of Arrans finest ages Oloroso Sherry Butts which set the scene for the final performance. Notes of distinctive dark chocolate and dried fruits give satisfying depth and provide the ideal foundation for this last dram with the Devil. The inclusion of French Oak Barriques add a rich layer of spice and toasted oak to proceedings while the Bourbon Barrels bring the sweetness of honey and vanilla. This final flourish of the Punch Bowl brings the curtain down in dramatic style”.

James MacTaggart
Master Distiller

Price: £74.99 ex VAT
£89.99 inc VAT

Old Pulteney Navigator 46% | 70cl
Old Pulteney Navigator is handcrafted using traditional methods of the 1800s. The unique shape of the copper pot stills, the time-honoured condensation method and the northern sea breeze of maturation all contribute to the distinctive style of the whisky with its smoothness, complexity and the unmistakeable coastal character.

Tasting Notes:
Appercance: Honeycomb

Aroma: Sweet & crisp. Layers of tangy apples and dried fruit harmonise with subtle hints of dark chocolate & fresh vanilla custard.

Taste: Full-bodied and rich in flavour. The palate delivers a burst of honey, cocoa and oranges, easing gently into a long-lasting, spicy finish with a maritime surprise.

Tasting notes from Pulteney distillery.

Price: £31.66 ex VAT
£37.99 inc VAT

Wild Turkey 101 Kentucky Bourbon 50.5% | 70cl

This bourbon is made with Kentucky limestone purified water and the best ingredients available. Its a bourbon made the old-fashioned way; slowly distilled at a low proof and bottled high, so it retains its complete fuller flavour. Wild Turkey is aged to perfection in heavily-charred new white oak barrels and bottled when it reaches its full complexity with flavoured caramel and vanilla.

Price: £27.49 ex VAT
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Arran 12 Year Old Cask Strength 53.9% | 70cl

Batch #3 of The Arran Malt 12 Years Old Cask Strength has a combination of 5 First-Fill Sherry Butts, 13 Second-Fill Sherry Hogsheads and 31 Bourbon barrels which have been bottled at Natural Cask Strength. The influence of the Sherry Casks has enhanced the classic Arran characteristics of sweet fruit and spicy oak and the Bourbon casks give the vanilla smoothness to create a rich and powerful new edition of The Arran Malt.

Tasting Notes:
Nose: A sweet balance of dried tropical fruits and toasted oak

Palate: Complex and refined, notes of dark chocolate and coffee beans dominate while a drop of water brings out fresh orange zest and roasted almonds

Finish: A lingering finish with a spicy twist which tempts another sip…

Tasting Notes by Arran Distillery

Price: £37.49 ex VAT
£44.99 inc VAT

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Arran Robert Burns Single Malt 43% | 70cl
A single malt from the Isle of Arran distillery, celebrating the famed Scottish poet, Robert Burns. This bottling is officially endorsed by the World Burns Federation, it is said that Burns held whisky in great regard.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Fresh, apple peels, some blossom and spice, vanilla cream and juicy pear.

Palate: Fruity, notes of custard and warm pastry, more orchard fruit, some tart citrus.

Finish: Apple peels and vanilla spice.

Price: £24.99 ex VAT
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Robert Burns Blended Scotch Whisky 40% | 70cl

“With the acclaimed Arran Single Malt at it`s heart, the Robert Burns Blend is a veritable breath of fresh air. Dry and light, with subtle hints of vanilla and sweet fruit, this whisky is a superb example of the Master Blender`s art and truly a dram worthy of the Bard himself.”

Price: £17.49 ex VAT
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Arran Amarone Cask Finish 50% | 70cl

Arran Amarone Cask Finish
Arran Single Malt is a Single Malt Scotch whisky distilled by the Arran Distillery, Lochranza, Scotland, the only distillery on the Isle of Arran. Arran Distillery was founded in 1995.

Tasting Notes
Colour Burnished Copper

Nose Poached pears and honey followed by toasted almonds and a subtle touch of cranberry. With water a coffee note appears together with chocolate orange and mellow butterscotch.

Palate Dark chocolate, cherry and turkish delights are evident as are stewed fruits and toffee. Mu scular notes of dark plum wrestle with bitter-sweet apricots and a hint of cinnamon.

Finish A well-balanced combination of the finesse of The Arran Malt and the restrained fruit and oak from the Amarone casks. Concentrated and elegant this malt delivers on all levels.

Price: £34.99 ex VAT
£41.99 inc VAT

AUGUST UPDATE: HIGH CLASS LUXURY

This rare dram from a recently closed distillery in the deep southwest took us (aromatically speaking) to a hunting lodge: lots of waxed wood, polished leather, tobacco, bookcases and gun cabinets. We also found attractive toffee, crushed nuts and spicy apple pie. But what will you find? Hurry and get one of the last few bottles before they’re gone…

NOW AVAILABLE BY THE BOTTLE

Deep, rich & dried fruits

50.55 High class luxury

LOW OUTTURN: only 70 bottles!

23 years, refill ex-bourbon barrel

BUY £94.90

BACK IN STOCK: LAST FEW BOTTLES

Young & spritely

13.46 Something sweet for a beekeper

8 years, refill ex-bourbon barrel

BUY £55.70

Lightly Peated

29.157 Heidi’s Holiday to Islay

17 years, refill ex-sherry butt

BUY £62.40

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