YOUR HELP IS NEEDED

Please help us raise as much as we can for the Lifeboat charity RNLI. We have donated items for the next whisky auction www.whiskyauctioneer.com Whisky Auctioneer is dedicated to the valuation and auctioning of fine and rare whiskies. We are able to ship internationally and registration is easy and free!

Next Auction starts on Friday 21 Feb 2014 (that’s TODAY!), ALL THE MONEY raised is going directly to RNLI, Iain at the auction house has waived fees for us, thank you to him. These are items well worth having, for fantastic cause, if you travel to Scotland or Ireland you never know when you may need them! they are all unpaid crews. Six out of ten lifeboat launches are only possible thanks to gifts left in Wills to the RNLI

It will come as no surprise to find that mcleanscotland support the RNLI as we are an island nation with many miles of coastline. The crews do a fantastic job, they do not get government funding – they rely totally on donations.

WE ARE PROUD TO SUPPORT THEM! Why not visit the website: http://rnli.org

The donations for the auction were from;
1. www.mcleanscotland.com sourcing and idea. The original illustration, based on an Ian Horne photograph.
2. whisky on tour (facebook) Ian Horne; frames, photo and idea. The frames are made from original cask staves. The photo is Wick harbour
3. Charles Maclean; signed book
4. The auction has waived all fees. Thank you Iain.
5. Oban, Old Pulteney and Talisker distilleries; the whisky

Please help us support the RNLI by bidding for this lot… www.whiskyauctioneer.com

Many thanks for your support.
Paul McLean
www.mcleanscotland.com

Scotland – Single Malt Scotch

• Arran Sauternes Finish Single Malt Whisky 750ml – 5 available ($69.99)

Notes below compliments of Isle of Arran Distillery

Sauternes Cask Finish 50%

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Hazelburn from Springbank 10y/o 50.1% 70cl RUNDLETS & KILDERKINS

Nose: An infusion of chocolate, oneycomb and dried fruit combine well with a malty undertone, before a rich creaminess develops.

Palate: Elegant yet complex with a combination of spices, sweeter candy notes,butterscotch, marzipan and sugared almonds. A rich oily texture is derived from its maturation in small casks, giving the impression of a maturity beyond its 10 years.

Finish: Long, robust and medium dry. An earthy oakiness is infused with sweet salty notes which go on and on.

Region: Campbeltown

The Macallan Whisky Dinner Tuesday February 25th

On Tuesday, February 25th, we will be hosting another whisky pairing dinner. This time around we have The Macallan’s Western Canada Brand Ambassador for dinner, Dan Volway. Dan represents not only The Macallan but also Highland Park and The Famous Grouse. Dan has agreed to visit with us and tell a tale or two about The Macallan and walk us through 5 single malt whiskies including their new 1824 line of premier whiskies.

We will be challenging our kitchen team to once again pair 5 whiskies with 5 dishes. The team is talented and the whiskies exceptional so join us to see how it all works out.

Join us on Tuesday February 25th at 7pm for a great evening of whisky and food with Dan Volway down at The Kitchen. Please make arrangements for a safe ride home!

The cost for this event is only $60 + gst and gratuity and is open to only 25 people! click here to register

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February Auction goes live today, 21^st February 2014, at 13.00! 

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Our February auction contains almost 250 lots including a very rare Talisker from 1973 (1 of only 100 bottles) exclusive to Oddbins, a variety of Dalmores, Bowmores, some very old Macallan’s and the desirable Laphroaig 1960 Vintage Reserve (40 Year Old) to name a few. 

Registration is Free!

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With over 10 years of experience in the whisky industry, Whisky Auctioneer specialises in auctioning whisky whether it be fine, old, rare, collectable or affordable.  Formed in 2013 and based in Perth, central Scotland, we aim to be the most comprehensive website for the buying and selling of whisky online. 

Happy Bidding!

Ballantine’s Creates Live Exhibition of Stay True Content with Launch of Global Instagram Channel

Ballantine’s, the world’s No 2 Scotch whisky, is bringing its brand mantra to life for fans around the world with the launch of a new global Instagram channel. “Stay True, Leave an Impression” will be at the forefront of this new venture, with live exhibition content showcasing real people and their ‘Stay True stories’ via the social media platform.

The new channel @Ballantines_official, which goes live today [10th February], aims to resonate with the ever-growing number of younger, sociable consumers who are frequent users of Instagram.

To launch the campaign, Ballantine’s took to the streets of London to find real people with great stories of how they stick to their convictions and stay true to themselves. Each person was captured with a photo and was asked the question, “What do you Stay True to?” with their answer featuring alongside their image and the hashtag #StayTruePeople.

Each individual has been treated like a magazine cover story, with theming and styling that is authentic to them, through the application of specially created filters and unique captions. Some of these results can be seen now @Ballantines_official, with a new image to be added to the channel daily.

Followers of the channel will be asked to continue the live exhibition content, submitting their own photo and response to the same question. Ballantine’s key local markets will also contribute to this content, resulting in a unique and authentic showcase of individuals and their ‘Stay True stories’ from all over the world.

Peter Moore, Global Brand Director for Ballantine’s, comments: “Ballantine’s prides itself on being a forward-thinking brand that stays true to its beliefs and convictions, just as our founder, George Ballantine, did when he created the brand almost 200 years ago.

“We admire these qualities in others so, rather than creating an Instagram channel that simply showcases our products, we wanted to stand out and honour the values that are intrinsic to our brand by creating this unique gallery in celebration of staying true. We hope our fans are inspired by each other’s stories and we look forward to seeing the gallery grow as more fans discover Ballantine’s.”

Instagram currently has over 150 million monthly active users with a growth rate of 900% year on year. Five of the top ten most active countries on Instagram in 2013 are key markets for Ballantine’s, including Brazil, Spain, Germany, Russia and Mexico.

Notes

About Ballantine’s

Ballantine’s is the No. 1 Scotch whisky in Europe and the world’s No. 2 Scotch whisky by volume, and the range sells over 70 million bottles a year worldwide. Ballantine’s has won more than 120 trophies and medals at international competitions in the past 10 years for quality, as a result of its unique richness of character and perfect balance. The range, from Ballantine’s Finest to the exclusive 40 Year Old, is the most extensive in the world of Scotch and is maintained by the latest in a tradition of Master Blenders that dates back to 1827. www.ballantines.com

About Chivas Brothers

Chivas Brothers is the Scotch whisky and premium gin business of Pernod Ricard – the world’s co-leader in wine and spirits. Chivas Brothers is the global leader in luxury Scotch whisky and premium gin. Its portfolio includes Chivas Regal, Ballantine’s, Beefeater Gin, The Glenlivet, Royal Salute, Aberlour, Plymouth gin, Longmorn, Scapa, 100 Pipers, Clan Campbell, Something Special and Passport.

www.chivasbrothers.com  

www.ralfy.com re-reviews and considers the changes with Whisky Review 432 – Caol Ila 12yo malt re-reviewed

Springbank Distillery 21y/o 46% 2014

Colour: Pure Gold

Nose: A creamy delight. The soft richness of this classic dram provides the backdrop for toffee and cereal notes, interspersed with bursts of freshly picked strawberries and ripe watermelon.

Palate: Robust and steadfast. A dry creamy oiliness points to the Fino Sherry casks used in maturation while background maritime influences demonstrate this is a true Campbeltown Malt. Sugared almonds are heavily present as well as a dash of cinnamon.

Finish: Creamy with an evolving length which coats the mouth and finally gives up it’s peaty origins.

 
Whiskey has Balls of Steel

Balls of Steel were the first stainless steel whiskey chiller on the market. Originally made from solid high-grade stainless steel. Now, we’ve upgraded our Balls with a phase-change technology in the center called the Arctic Core.

Balls of Steel are more powerful than ever with the Arctic Core. A set can chill any whiskey without diluting the flavor with tap water and will always leave the heavenly flavors balanced and perfect like they were meant to be right outta’ the barrel.

Plus Balls of Steel were created to support men’s health. Each set sold helps raise awareness about  testicular cancer and 15 percent goes straight to testicular cancer cure research.

Check em out – http://www.originalbos.com/