Glenlivet 1986 33YO Connoisseurs Choice Cask #16601801 47.5%

£795.00

This release is from Glenlivet Distillery. Coming in the ‘Cask Strength’ range of Connoisseurs Choice. Notes:Sweet aromas of stewed pear lead to cinnamon spice with a hint of oak. Fresh flavours of strawberries and raspberries combine with liquorice. A medium-bodied finish with lingering summer fruits.

Distilled: 1986
Bottled: 13th March 2020
Batch number: 20/002
Cask number: 16601801
Cask Type: Refill Sherry Hogshead
Aged for 33 Years
One of only 303 bottles
Bottled by Gordon & MacPhail

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To mark our 25th anniversary celebrations, we’re offering you an exclusive Special Selection tasting pack featuring five amazing craft Scotch whiskies. And because it’s Burns Night (it was ~ WI), we’re offering a 15% discount on our Whisky Special Selection—just use the code WHISKY15.

What’s in the pack?

Each limited-edition pack contains five 50ml bottles of craft Scotch whiskies from the following brands:

Arbikie

Lochlea

Nc’nean

Torabhaig

Wolfburn

Plus a free one-year digital subscription to Whisky Magazine (worth £29).

Review ~ Johnnie Walker Red Label 1970’s & Clynelish 14YO

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Here’s a fun one this week! Thanks again to Mark Little LTD for sending me these really cool miniatures, some of which I’ve always wanted to buy or try. A 1970s bottle of Johnnie Walker Red Label bottle at 70 proof. This thing was a little more 2D than I wanted it to be, but it’s still a pretty cool bit of whisky history.

A bottling of original Clynelish 14YO Flora and Fauna release, the pre-Clynelish 14 that we all know of today, bottled at 43% rather than the 46% we’re now accustomed to. This was a little different from what I was used to.

Tales of The Macallan Volume II

THE FOUNDER OF THE MACALLAN

Tales of The Macallan Volume II pays tribute to our founder, Alexander Reid, in our 200th anniversary year. With an incredible complexity only achieved through age and patient maturation, this exceptional single malt celebrates our founder’s journey to mastery. Revealing exquisite craftsmanship in every aspect, from flavour to presentation, this remarkable whisky encapsulates Alexander’s story and the legacy he left behind.

A CREATIVE COLLABORATION

The bespoke hand-crafted crystal decanter that encases this distinguished expression was created by our long-standing collaborator, master French crystal maker Lalique.

Etched with depictions of Alexander Reid’s journey, the decanter is secreted within an impressive 852-page tome. With chapters beautifully illustrated by Andrew Davidson, it hosts imagery from the time of Alexander Reid. Printed by Imprimerie du Marais, the book is handsewn and bound by Shepherds, Sangorski & Sutcliffe and Zaehnsdorf, London.

Guided by legacy, Craig Armstrong composed a score inspired by Scottish folk instruments in Speyside during Alexander Reid’s time. The resulting soundtrack echoes The Macallan’s enduring heritage, as Armstrong, drawing from his Scottish roots, weaves a magnificent melody tracing Reid’s journey from teacher to farmer and distiller.

EXCEPTIONAL CHARACTER

This remarkable single malt was carefully crafted by The Macallan Lead Whisky Maker, Euan Kennedy. Distilled in 1949 and bottled in 2022, this rare expression, with beautiful tones of bronzed oak and subtle reds, captures the spirit of Alexander Reid.

Aromas of sweet woodsmoke, rich forest fruit, leafy herbs and indulgent spices will transport you to landscapes and adventures past. Just like the Distillery at Easter Elchies Estate, this liquid masterpiece recounts a timeless tale in every drop.

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Macallan – 37 Years Old – 1964 – Fine & Rare

A stunning bottling of Macallan which was distilled in 1964. The natural beech colour and rich, perfumed character strongly indicates this was matured in first Fill American Oak Sherry Cask.

Filled on 5th September 1964 and aged for 37 years in a single hogshead cask #3312 which was selected as the best current expression of that year. Left to lie until it was then bottled in 2002 at natural cask strength with no chill filtration. Allowing this whisky to get all of its colour naturally from the 37 years it spent in the cask.

Glenfarclas – 50 Years Old – Bicentenary of John Grant’s Birth

This special bottle from the famous family-owned Speyside distillery was distilled on the 30^th September 1955 and was matured over a long 50-year period before being bottled in 2005 to celebrate the Bicentenary of the birth of John Grant, who had purchased the distillery in 1865. Only 110 of these elusive bottles were released and they don’t show up often, so be sure to head online now and bid while you can!

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Imperial 26 Year Old – 1995 | Single Malts of Scotland – Marriage of Casks

BY ELIXIR DISTILLERS

This very rare expression has been created from single malt distilled in 1995 at the Imperial distillery and matured in American oak refill barrels for 26 years. Only 198 bottles have been produced of this well aged Imperial, from the sadly now lost distillery. Imperial distillery closed its doors in 1998 and was demolished in 2013. Bottled by Elixir Distillers as part of the excellent Single Malt of Scotland series.

£845.00

Nose

Strathisla 1987 33YO Connoisseurs Choice Cask #3053 56.8%

Sweet apple aromas complement fresh honey and lime zest. Tropical fruit flavours give way to cracked black pepper and roasted peanuts leading to a delicate finish of brown sugar and soft fruits.

£755.00 >

This release is from the Strathisla Distillery. Coming in the ‘Cask Strength’ range of Connoisseurs Choice.

Distilled: 1987
Bottled: 13th October 2020
Batch number: 20/056
Cask Type: Refill American Hogshead
Cask No: 3053
Aged for 33 Years
One of only 174 bottles

From Strathisla Distillery, bottled by Gordon & MacPhail

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Whisky Magazine issue #197
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Our cover stars for this issue are Billy Leighton and Dave McCabe. In a changing of the guard at Irish Distillers, veteran master blender Leighton is handing the reins over to his protégé McCabe after 47 years with the company – but this duo have more in common than a job title.

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Uncover the origins of the Tasting Panel, an essential part of the Society since its beginnings in Pip Hills’s Edinburgh kitchen. In the 1980s, they created a language for describing single cask, single malt whisky that challenged conventions in the whisky world.

Jump to our February Outturn – the Tasting Panel remains crucial. Explore our curated selection of bottlings and treat yourself to an extraordinary experience. Click through NOW to bring the magic of these drams into your life!

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Unfiltered editor Richard Goslan and Calum Lawson from the Society’s Whisky Team sit down to unravel the critical role of the Tasting Panel, revealing the meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail that sets the Society’s high-quality standards. Get ready for a lively chat filled with anecdotes as they take you through the most exciting bottles from the February Outturn.

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Bladnoch whiskies for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is an occasion to celebrate love, and whether that’s romance, friendship or self-love, the 14^th of February warrants a special dram. Scotland’s southernmost distillery, Bladnoch, has curated a list of recommended whiskies to enjoy with those who mean the most to us.

Bladnoch presents its core age statement range, an 11, 14 and 19-year-old, as well as its oldest limited-edition expression, a 30-year-old, as fitting expressions to pour for the day of love. Each whisky was expertly handcrafted through intricate cask selection by Master Distiller, Dr Nick Savage. All four whiskies are natural in colour and non-chill filtered, to be loved just the way they are.

Bladnoch 11 Year Old

70cl, ABV 46.7%, £75

An 11-year-old single malt matured exclusively in ex-bourbon casks. Each cask used to create this expression was hand selected by Bladnoch’s Master Distiller, Dr Nick Savage, to bring together this refreshing and sweet expression. Whether you are celebrating 11 years with your partner, or your partner is just as unique as an 11-year-old whisky – this expression would make the perfect gift for your other half.

Available at www.bladnoch.com, Amazon and specialist whisky retailers. 

Bladnoch 14 Year Old

70cl, ABV 46.7%, £110

A befittingly aged whisky to celebrate the 14^th of February. Released in 2023, exclusively aged in oloroso sherry casks. Master Distiller, Dr Nick Savage, carefully curated this rich flavour profile which shows notes of fruit cake, dark chocolate and subtle sweet cinnamon. Non chill filtered and natural in colour, enjoy Bladnoch 14 Year Old on the day of love.

Available at www.bladnoch.com, Amazon and specialist whisky retailers.

Bladnoch 19 Year Old

70cl, ABV 46.7%, £190

Bladnoch 19 Year Old is the first Pedro Ximenez, sherry cask expression to be released by Bladnoch. The flavourful casks have imparted delectable notes of dark liquorice sticks, dried fruit and warming nutmeg. A golden-hued whisky, Bladnoch 19 Year Old is a truly exceptional expression to be enjoyed on special occasions. Say you love them with Bladnoch 19 Year Old.

Available at www.bladnoch.com, Amazon and specialist whisky retailers.

Bladnoch 30 Year Old

70cl, ABV 45.5%, £1200

Matured in two exceptional and rare cask types: Oloroso Sherry and Moscatel, Bladnoch 30 Year Old, is the oldest release from Bladnoch to date. This single malt carries aromas of dried fruits, warm nutmeg and light floral notes. On the palate you can expect a rich almond, marzipan like flavour paired with Seville oranges. The finish will surprise you with a light and fruity end, with a hint of cracked black pepper. Limited to just 950 bottles worldwide and to one bottle purchase per person. Show your partner they’re the one with Bladnoch 30 Year Old.

Available at www.bladnoch.com. and specialist whisky retailers.

Notes 

Tasting notes

Bladnoch 11 Year Old

Colour: Lemon grind.

Nose: Delicate floral with notes of honey, refreshing citrus and cut grass.

Palate: Floral Parma Violets with fresh cut apples and hints of wood spice.

Finish: Sweet mouth coating leading to a refreshing finish. 

Bladnoch 14 Year Old

Colour: Bronze sunset.

Nose: Wood spices, rich raisins and sultanas with a hint of orange peel and chocolate.

Palate: Raisins, dried fruits, rich fruit cake with sweet cinnamon and chocolate.

Finish: Rich and long with slight dryness. 

Bladnoch 19 Year Old

Colour: Dark sunset.

Nose: Dark liquorice sticks and aged oak with a floral background.

Palate: Liquorice sticks with dried apricots, almonds and nutmeg.

Finish: Long with a dry sweetness.

Bladnoch 30 Year Old

Colour: Copper.

Nose: Dried apricots, floral, nutmeg and Seville oranges.

Palate: Almonds and marzipan with Seville oranges.

Finish: Light, floral and fruity with a crack of black pepper.  

About Bladnoch Distillery

Bladnoch Distillery was established in 1817, making it the oldest privately owned Scotch whisky distillery in the world. As the southernmost distillery in Scotland, Bladnoch is commonly referred to as the ‘Queen of the Lowlands.’

Hand-crafted using malt from British growers and the pristine water from the River Bladnoch which flows alongside the distillery, Bladnoch single malts are non-chill filtered to ensure the truest flavours shine through.

This legacy brand has been revived in recent years by Master Distiller, Dr Nick Savage, formerly of The Macallan, and owner David Prior, who purchased Bladnoch Distillery in 2015 and is the first Australian businessman to own a Scotch whisky distillery.

The team at Bladnoch is truly passionate about the preservation of the environment and the local community’s generational involvement in this iconic distillery.