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Whether you’re dropping in for a dram or looking to soak up Laphroaig for the day, our new tour schedule has something for everyone. Learn more about our new tours and experiences below, and don’t forget, Friends are always welcome. Our Visitor Centre team has grown due to some promotions, and we’re delighted to unveil our new tour programme starting this March.

Alongside the release of our revamped tour schedule, this year promises a number of unforgettable ways to interact with our Visitor Centre and production teams; from sharing a dram on Laphroaig Day at Fèis Ìle to engaging virtual events that we can’t wait to unveil throughout the year.

Our new tour programme combines beloved favourites with new tastings, offering a unique journey into what makes Laphroaig truly special – there’s something for everyone

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Laphroaig Distillery, Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Argyll & Bute Scotland, PA42 7DU, United Kingdom

Bienvenue dans l’episode de cette semaine du bon dram spectacle dramatique! This week I’ll be reviewing the spirits produced at the French distillery Domaine Hautes Glaces. The Good Dram Show with Chris Goodrum Episode 543 – Circle, Square, Triangle, Wave, They Open To Me Like A Flower! Filmed in The Study Nottingham

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Hautes Glaces Vulson Organic Rye Eau de Vie 43%

Hautes Glaces Episteme ‘Yellow Circle’ Single Track Organic Rye Whisky 47%

Hautes Glaces Episteme ‘Yellow Square’ Single Track Organic Rye Whisky 47%

Hautes Glaces Indigene Organic Single Malt 44%

Hautes Glaces Episteme ‘Green Triangle’ Single Cask Organic Whisky 53%

Hautes Glaces Episteme ‘Green Circle’ Single Cask Organic Whisky 53%

https://hautesglaces.com

Penelope Bourbon releases small-batch Tokaji Cask Finish

Annual release of award-winning variant hits shelves in February

ROSSELLE, N.J. (Feb. 6, 2024) – It’s back! Award-winning Penelope Bourbon Tokaji Cask Finish will start arriving at retail in February. A limited-allocation of 1,900 (6-pack) cases will be available at a suggested retail price of $89.99 per 750-ml bottle.

Rich and decadent, Tokaji Cask Finish straight rye whiskey captures the late harvest notes of Tokaji wine from Hungary, once dubbed, “the wine of kings” by King Louis XIV. Distilled in Lawrenceburg, Indiana, aged eight years and bottled at 106 proof, its two-grain mash bill consists of 95% rye and 5% malted barley. The rye whiskey features a nose of dark chocolate-covered raisins and almond pastry; a viscous body with notes of sweet honey and caramel with hints of orange zest; and a savory finish highlighted by notes of black cherry, tobacco and red wine.

“From consumers to tasting panels, our Tokaji Cask Finish was really well received last year,” said Michael Paladini, founder of Penelope Bourbon. “For the initial release we used a 6-year-old straight rye whiskey as our base, and we are excited to bring this back but with an 8-year base at the same price point.”

In 2023, Penelope Bourbon Tokaji Cask Finish received 91 points from Whisky Advocate and was awarded a Gold Medal ASCOT Award.

It is the third installment of the company’s Cooper Series, which takes Penelope straight whiskeys on a world tour. The other members of the series include Rosé Cask Finish, Valencia and Rio. The Cooper Series was named after the son of Daniel Polise, one of the founders and the master distiller of Penelope Bourbon. A product locator for the Penelope family of bourbons can be found here.

ABOUT PENELOPE BOURBON

Founded in 2018, Penelope Bourbon has been one of the country’s fastest-growing whiskey brands. Named after the founder’s daughter, Penelope boasts a series of straight bourbon whiskey expressions that are all uniquely blended. Remarkably smooth and flavorful, Penelope is perfect whether sipping neat or mixing in a cocktail.

Penelope’s core expressions, Four Grain, Barrel Strength, Architect and Toasted Bourbon, have received over 35 combined awards and industry accolades. In 2023, the brand won Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition and Best In Category at the ASCOT Awards – both for its Private Select.

In addition to its cornerstone expressions, Penelope continues to introduce new and innovative limited releases within its Cooper Series, Private Select and Founders Reserve lines. Today, Penelope Bourbon is sold in over 40 states and three countries. Proving that with enough love, care and hard work, anything is possible.

The Grand Whisky Auction is now live for February 2024!

Happy Valentines and Happy Bidding!

The auction closes on Tuesday the 20th of February 2024!

Interested in selling whisky in our next auction?

T.+44 (0)1463 210 427 – sales@TGWA.com

The Wall Collection: Peat

36 Year Old | 70cl | 42.5% ABV

The first release in Laphroaig’s new Wall Collection is Peat, a 36-year-old which puts the very lifeblood of Laphroaig’s character front and centre. A limited release of only 200, each bottle is quite literally a work of art, hand painted by London illustrator Laura Carlin with the exact paint from the iconic Warehouse No.1.

£4,499.95

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TASTING NOTES:

NOSE
Fruity with aromas of exotic passionfruit, strawberries, moist sultanas, intermingled with soft leather and sweet cinnamon spice.

TASTE
Sweet with notes of zesty orange peel, pineapple, runny honey, vanilla, custard tart and an ending hint of marzipan.

FINISH
Sweet and smooth with lingering signature peat.

The Archive Collection

36 Year Old | 70cl | 40.2% ABV

A decade-by-decade journey of flavour brought to life, The Archive Collection 36 Year Old is first in a new series of highly limited aged whiskies. This release is housed in custom-made, hand-blown glass bottles inspired by the sea glass found on the beaches of Islay.

With only 400 bottles available worldwide, this first release is a striking and refined tasting experience, with its sherry seasoning making for a hearty, rich depth of flavour.

£3,749.95

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TASTING NOTES:

NOSE
Honey sweet with hints of white peach and mango, followed by creamy dark toffee, vanilla and cedar wood, then subtle oil of wintergreen and notes of singed sage and liquorice root.

TASTE
Zesty and sweet with orange and tropical fruit, mouth coating initially then moving to mouth drying.

FINISH
Warm and lingering to finish which brings out the peat in the mouth and the salt on the lips.

OUR TOP PICKS FOR FEBRUARY

Our top 10s this month highlight some of the best Scottish Island whiskies, from Arran’s sherried cask strength release – one of our contenders for The Whisky Exchange Whisky of the Year 2024 – to the oldest single malt from newcomer, Isle of Raasay.

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John E. Fitzgerald “Larceny A124” Barrel Proof Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) $59.99 View

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Scotch Malt Whisky Society of Canada February 2024 Outturn

Join Adam as he once again introduces us to another epic set of SMWS releases at The Strath. Check out the SMWS page on The Strath’s webstore here – http://strathliquor.com/smws

THE GLENLIVET TURNS 200, MARKING ITS MILESTONE YEAR WITH A LIMITED-EDITION COMMEMORATIVE 12-YEAR-OLD WHISKY

The Glenlivet kicks off its bicentennial celebrations with the release of an anniversary edition celebrating its illustrious legacy and pioneering future

The Glenlivet, the original Speyside single malt that set the Speyside style, raises a dram to two centuries of whisky craftsmanship, honouring its rich legacy whilst committing to forever moving forwards and continuously setting new standards in whisky for the next 200 years. To mark this historic milestone, 2024 will see a year of celebrations with bold and original innovations and initiatives, the first being the launch of The Glenlivet 200 Year Anniversary Limited Edition 12-Year-Old.

The new expression, crafted by The Glenlivet team of makers and matured in 100% first fill American Oak casks, features tasting notes of ripe, juicy pear, coconut shavings and creamy vanilla, complemented by aromas of fresh tangerines, pineapple slices and indulgent crème caramel.

The artwork for the limited-edition single malt was selected through a crowdsourcing campaign, whereby The Glenlivet invited emerging artists worldwide to submit their take on its ethos of forever moving forwards. The winning bicentennial design from Studio Berdi in Colombia encapsulates The Glenlivet’s journey from its inception by bold founder George Smith, to the whisky’s current status as a pioneering single malt, stepping into the next 200 years of innovation and excellence.

The Glenlivet will also be bringing to life celebrations with an exclusive Burns Night event on 26th January, at The Ivy West Street, London. This unique Scottish experience will mark the national day of Scotland’s cherished poet, Robert Burns and will offer guests an opportunity to savour the limited edition 12-Year-Old single malt, alongside the ground-breaking The Glenlivet Capsule Collection, through an exclusive paired menu.

Since The Glenlivet’s inception, the single malt has challenged conventions with its avant-garde spirit. From pushing boundaries of flavour and craftsmanship through exceptional distinctive casks such as the world’s first whisky finished in Cognac casks, to redefining whisky consumption through the innovative The Glenlivet Capsule Collection and The Glenlivet Twist & Mix Cocktails, the whisky has been at the forefront of pioneering initiatives.

Jayne Murphy, Chivas Brothers Marketing Director, Malts commented:

“This year is an important landmark anniversary for The Glenlivet as we look back to look forward towards the next 200 years. Since our founder George Smith introduced Speyside single malt whisky to the world in 1824, we’ve been committed to challenging conventions and will continue to craft the future of single malt whisky while setting new and uncharted standards of excellence. We extend a heartfelt invitation to everyone to join us in raising a dram with our celebratory limited-edition 12-Year-Old and we look forward to the celebrations to come throughout the year. Here’s to the next 200 years!”

To learn more about The Glenlivet’s 200-year celebrations, please visit TheGlenlivet.com or follow us @TheGlenlivet.