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Scotch Malt Whisky Society of Canada July 2024 Outturn – Scotch Whisky News

July’s Outturn is here! This month we’re exploring various cask types, oak species and wood treatments, all of which can influence a whisky’s maturation. We’ve even thrown in a gin for those hot summer nights when only a G&T will hit the spot.

Also, be sure to download the pdf of this month’s Outturn from our website to read the latest installment of our year long look at Scotch and Sherry; you can also check out the Society’s new documentary “Scotch & Sherry: A Flavour Odyssey” on the SMWS YouTube channel, SMWSSilverscreen.

MOSEY ALONG THE PATHWAY

CASK NO. 35.360

CASK:  1st fill ex-bourbon barrel

AGE:  9 years

SCARLETT MARZIPAN

CASK NO. N/A

BLENDED MALT

CASKS:  1st fill & refill American & Spanish oak oloroso butts

AGE:  10 years

“YEE-HAW”

CASK NO. 68.116

CASK:  1st fill oloroso hogshead

AGE:  14 years

ROCKING THE GRAVY BOAT

CASK NO. 53.453

CASK:  1st fill oloroso ex-bodega butt

AGE:  9 years

CHORIZO INFERNO

CASK NO. 10.255

CASK:  2nd fill PX hogshead

AGE:  9 years

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Just Landed: Laphroaig 18 Year Old – The Whisky Exchange News

JUST LANDED:
LAPHROAIG 18 YEAR OLD

It’s a great week for Islay whisky fans seeking a serious and smoky dram as Laphroaig distillery has returned with its 18-year-old single malt after almost a decade. Matured in bourbon casks, this is yet another full-bodied and powerful whisky that shows off the distillery’s iconic sweet smokiness alongside notes of crystallised ginger, leather, seaweed and stewed fruit.

£175

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Michter’s Barrel Strength Kentucky Rye, 55.1%, Barrel #L24B1004 – Tyndrum Whisky News

Michter’s Barrel Strength Kentucky Rye, 55.1%, Barrel #L24B1004

In the Michter’s tradition hailing from one of Americas first distillers, This whiskey is made from the highest quality American Rye. After full maturation, each individual charred white oak barrel of this Rye Whiskey is bottled at it’s particular strength.It is then mellowed by their signature filtration.

£134.00

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

Whisky Wednesday Reviews Thompson Bros 8YO Blended Malt – Scotch Whisky News

Thompson Bros 8YO Blended Malt, 44.5%

https://youtu.be/6-5pt4aTerg

A combination of Clynelish and Glen Ord for below £40 a bottle? Plus, it has a vintage supermarket themed label. Sign. Me. Up.

This is my first Thompson Bros bottle (don’t @ me) and I couldn’t be happier about it. I’m not one for marketing emails, but as soon as I saw this, I bought it!

The Thompson Brothers are the owners of the Dornoch Distillery, and having released some young stock, their indie bottlings of single malts, blended malt, and blended whiskies are some of the most looked for and awarded styles of whisky in the modern world.

The combination of Clynelish and Glen Ord in this bottle is truly wonderful, easy, summer drink that has reams of nostalgia attached to it for anyone who has ever lived in the UK.

Jim Beam Announces the Re-Launch of Jim Beam Black® – American Whiskey News

Jim Beam Announces the Re-Launch of Jim Beam Black®

The Bourbon is Elevated with a Richer Seven-Year Aged Liquid, Crafted for Shared Enjoyment

CLERMONT, KY – Jim Beam, the world’s number one bourbon and enduring American icon, proudly unveils the re-launch of Jim Beam Black®, now featuring an enhanced premium liquid, aged for seven years. This refined expression boasts a captivating profile with enticing notes of caramel, vanilla, and rich oak, delivering a smooth and gratifying experience for bourbon enthusiasts worldwide.

Crafted through generations under the guidance of seventh and eighth generation Master Distillers Fred and Freddie Noe, Jim Beam Black® continues the 229-year family tradition of distilling exceptional bourbon that is both accessible and remarkable.

“Jim Beam Black® is the culmination of our family’s dedication to crafting the finest bourbon. With each sip, you’re experiencing seven years of careful maturation and a tradition that has been passed down for over two centuries,” said Fred and Freddie Noe. “We’ve put our heart and soul into creating this bourbon, and we believe it represents the very best of what Jim Beam has to offer. It’s a testament to our commitment to quality and craftsmanship.”

In addition to its enhanced liquid, Jim Beam Black® debuts an updated packaging design, signaling a more premium and mature whiskey. The new visual identity communicates a sense of quality and refinement, reflecting the craftsmanship and tradition that defines the Jim Beam legacy.

“After seven years of patient aging in white oak barrels, something truly magical happens,” says Rashidi Hodari, Managing Director, James B. Beam Distilling Company. “The bourbon evolves into a deep, rich gold, revealing layers of complexity and depth. Jim Beam Black® is the embodiment of time well spent, meant to be shared with those you cherish.”

Jim Beam Black® will be celebrated on June 12th at “The Seventh Sense” event in New York City – a multi-sensory journey through the five traditional senses, taste, smell, touch, sight and sound, and the sixth sense of intuition. The seven-year statement will then define the seventh sense – the unspoken feeling of connection when sharing with others. Guests will raise a glass in a celebration featuring live music and bespoke Jim Beam Black® cocktails hosted by Fred and Freddie Noe.

The re-released Jim Beam Black®, best enjoyed on the rocks or served in a classic old-fashioned, is available for purchase at $24.99 SRP on ReserveBar, Total Wine, Binnys and select retailers. Available in bottle sizes ranging from 50ml to 1.75L, with an ABV of 45% / 90 proof, this beloved bourbon is set to redefine the standard of excellence in the whiskey category.

To learn more about Jim Beam Black® and its rich heritage, visit www.jimbeam.com or follow @jimbeamofficial on Instagram.

About Jim Beam®: Jim Beam is the world’s best-selling bourbon, crafted by eight generations of family distillers since 1795. Fred Noe, Jim Beam’s seventh Generation Master Distiller, and Freddie Noe, Jim Beam’s eighth Generation Master Distiller, have stayed true to the family recipe that’s been passed down through generations. The Jim Beam portfolio of products includes Jim Beam Bourbon, Jim Beam Black®, Jim Beam Double Oak, Jim Beam Devil’s Cut, Jim Beam Flavors, and Jim Beam Rye among other offerings. For more information, go to www.jimbeam.com  @jimbeamofficial on Instagram and @jimbeam on Twitter.

About Suntory Global Spirits: As a world leader in premium spirits, Suntory Global Spirits inspires the brilliance of life, by creating rich experiences for people, in harmony with nature. Known for its craftsmanship of premium whiskies, including Jim Beam® and Maker’s Mark®; Japanese whiskies, including Yamazaki®, Hakushu®, Hibiki® and Toki™; and leading Scotch brands including Laphroaig® and Bowmore®, Suntory Global Spirits also produces leading brands such as Tres Generaciones® and El Tesoro® tequila, Roku™ and Sipsmith® gin, and is a world leader in Ready-To-Drink cocktails, with brands like -196 and On The Rocks™ Premium Cocktails. A global company with approximately 6,000 employees in nearly 30 countries, Suntory Global Spirits is driven by its core values of Growing for Good, Yatte Minahare and Giving Back to Society. The company’s Proof Positive sustainability strategy includes ambitious goals and investments to drive sustainable change and have a positive impact on the planet, consumers and communities. Headquartered in New York City, Suntory Global Spirits is a subsidiary of Suntory Holdings Limited of Japan. For more information, visit www.suntoryglobalspirits.com

Speyside Whisky Auctions July 2024 Auction ENDS TONIGHT! – Auction Whisky News

July 2024 Auction ENDS TONIGHT!

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Bid on Rare Whiskies!

Auction closes from 8pm (BST) TONIGHT

(Tuesday 16th July)

www.speysidewhiskyauctions.co.uk

Macallan
Easter Elchies Seasonal Cask Collection

This exceptional range showcases the artistry and tradition of Easter Elchies, offering a unique taste experience for every season. From the rich and warming notes of winter to the fresh and vibrant flavours of spring, each bottle in this collection tells a story of its own.

Crafted with the finest ingredients and aged to perfection, these whiskies embody the spirit of their respective seasons.

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Hirsch “The Cask Strength” Straight Bourbon Whiskey (Previously $190) – American Whiskey News

Hirsch “The Cask Strength” Straight Bourbon Whiskey

(750ml) (Previously $190) $99.99 View

Finished in 30-year-old XO Cognac barrels, this is a rare release from Hirsch, born from a collaboration between the Hirsch distillery in Kentucky and Hine Cognac. This small batch of 54 barrels started with 6-year-old bourbon from one of Kentucky’s most prized distillers. The hand selected casks were filled into ex-Hine Cognac casks, which had spent the last 3 decades aging one of France’s finest cognacs. There they slowly matured for an additional 18 months, adding complexity and richness to the already exceptional bourbon. This special bourbon has a mash bill of 72% corn, 13% rye, and 15% malted barley. If you’re familiar with the Hirsch story, you’ll be able to deduce the origin of this whisky. Out of respect for the distillers we won’t explicitly mention the source, but it is undoubtedly the most collectible and sought-after distiller in Kentucky today. It’s an absolutely astounding product that our buying team managed to acquire at an unprecedented price. Tasting notes from the bottler, “On the nose, it offers notes of dusty cherry and charred citrus with a palate of over ripe stone fruit, fresh raisin, soft heat, and finishes dry yet flavors continue to develop.”

Email: wine@klwines.com
Phone: (877) KL-WINES (Toll Free 877.559.4637)
K&L Wine Merchants 3005 El Camino Real Redwood City, CA 94061 USA
San Francisco, Redwood City, Hollywood CA

The Dalmore – A Whisky of Legendary Depth and Finesse – Hard To Find Whisky News

DALMORE 30 YEAR OLD

2024 Release | 70cl | 43.8% ABV

A truly timeless Highland Single Malt, initially matured in American white oak barrels, and then finished in a unique combination of exceptionally rare Colheita Port and 1982 single harvest Tawny Port casks from Graham’s Port.

On the nose there are aromas of Manuka honey and rich dark berry fruits. The fruit continues on the palate with Maraschino cherries and hints of Columbian coffee. Lingering notes of moist ginger cake and sugared almonds complete this luxurious experience.

£4999.95

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“Tasting Like a Pro” – Edinburgh Whisky Academy News

Vic Cameron, one of our whisky lecturers says: “Water is one of the main raw materials that we use in making single malt Scotch whisky, the others being yeast and malted barley. In my opinion, the water doesn’t have a big impact on the quality but that is up for debate. In the production process, water is used for steeping, mashing, cooling and dilution.”

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Scotch Malt Whisky Society of Canada July 2024 Outturn – Drinking Out Loud News

THE VIDEO

Join Adam and Taryn as they once again introduces us to another epic set of SMWS releases at The Strath. Check out the SMWS page on The Strath’s webstore, where you can buy bottles and tickets to upcoming events – http://strathliquor.com/smws


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