Old Pulteney reveals second expression within limited edition Coastal Series with Old Pulteney Port

Old Pulteney has announced the latest expression in ‘The Coastal Series’, a collection which comprises four exciting limited-edition whiskies matured in casks from seaside locations around the world, the first launching last year.

Old Pulteney Port features Pulteney distillery’s award-winning single malt, further matured in Ruby Port Pipes and Ruby Port Barriques from the Douro Valley wine region of Northern Portugal.

The single malt expertly intertwines the coastal flavours of fruity, rich Port wine and The Maritime Malt. 

Old Pulteney Port will be available in the UK from September 27th via Old Pulteney’s website and distillery shop, before rolling out to specialist whisky retailers. 

Old Pulteney, The Maritime Malt, has announced the second expression within its limited edition Coastal Series: Old Pulteney Port.

The Coastal Series takes whisky drinkers on a voyage of exploration with cask maturations from around the world. To create the Series, Old Pulteney has partnered with spirits makers from coastal locations across the globe, further maturing its much-loved whisky in a specialist selection of casks and creating four beautifully unique, limited edition expressions that bring wonderful new coastal flavours to ‘The Maritime Malt’.

Old Pulteney Port is a wonderful marriage of flavours from two iconic spirits, both found close to the sea – single malt Scotch whisky from Wick in the Scottish Highlands, and Port from the Douro Valley of Northern Portugal. Carefully matured in second-fill ex-bourbon casks, the expression was then further matured in both hand-selected Ruby Port Pipes and Barriques, absorbing the rich flavours of the delicious, fortified wine. Like Old Pulteney, the creation of Port goes back centuries and plays a huge part in the history of its region.

The American oak casks, Ruby Port Pipes and Ruby Port Barriques come together beautifully, showcasing their coastal heritage and resulting in a stunning single malt, balanced with sweet and spicy notes and a touch of minerality, of which Old Pulteney is known for.

Old Pulteney Port emerges rose gold in colour, enticing the senses with a combination of fragrant and rich aromas. On the nose, the dried fruits are unmissable, with notes of sultanas and buttery vanilla. These make way for candied orange, marzipan cherries and cinnamon swirls on the palate. The rich fruity flavours of the Pipe and Barrique maturation complement the lightly sea-salted notes that come from the influence of the Caithness Coast, where Old Pulteney calls home.

Presented in a sleek ruby red box which reflects the deep colours of Port, the packaging features an elegant illustration of the Portuguese coast and a luxurious golden trim. Non-chilled filtered to enjoy as nature intended, Old Pulteney Port will launched on the 27^th September in the UK, rolling out to specialist whisky retailers from Monday 2nd October. The European release will follow shortly after before launching in the US in 2024.

Malcolm Waring, Distillery Manager at Pulteney said: “It’s a true honour to welcome the second expression in Old Pulteney’s Coastal Series – Old Pulteney Port. A delicious balance of the rich, juicy flavours that comes from Port with the sea-saltiness that Old Pulteney is known and loved for, the result is an exceptional single malt that deserves to be savoured.

“Old Pulteney Port is a wonderful addition to our series of limited editions, shining a spotlight on another coastal region through a beautiful cask maturation, and follows from the success of our first CoastalSeries expression, Old Pulteney Pineau des Charentes, perfectly.”

The first expression of The Coastal Series, Old Pulteney Pineau des Charentes, brought flavours of the French coastline to The Maritime Malt, through the use of ex-Pineau des Charentes wine casks, which brought echoes of the iconic, sweet aperitif native to the Charente-Maritime region of France and intertwining them with the flavours of Old Pulteney. Following the success of the initial expression, Old Pulteney continues to celebrate its maritime links, with further expressions launching in 2024 and 2025.

Old Pulteney Port is available to purchase from Old Pulteney official website, The Whisky Exchange and other specialist whisky retailers at £75.

About Old Pulteney

Old Pulteney’s story, distillery, and whisky is shaped by the sea itself. The unique combination of brisk sea air and meticulous cask selection makes its flavour unlike other single malt Scotch whiskies.

The Coastal Series is a collection of whiskies that have been matured in seaside casks. The series is made up of four expressions, which will be released annually from 2022. The first expression to be launched is Old Pulteney Pineau des Charentes.

Old Pulteney will be showcasing Old Pulteney Port at Whisky Show London from 29^th September – 1^stOctober, followed by Whisky Live Paris from 21^st to the 23^rd October, for whisky lovers across Europe to sample and enjoy.

Tasting Notes

Colour: Rose gold with a peach highlight.

Nose: Rich sultana sweetness with vanilla and buttery notes, candied orange peel and hints of gingerbread. Undertones of cherries, marzipan and dark chocolate add depth and balance.

Palate: Sweet and spicy with notes of baked apples, caramelised sugar and cinnamon swirl pastries. Opens up further with vanilla custard, a touch of rose water and The Maritime Malt’s signature minerality.

Finish: The taste continues into delicate and fruity notes, warming spices and plum jam sweetness.

MICHTER’S BRINGS EAGERLY AWAITED LIMITED-EDITION

 WHISKIES TO THE UK

Michter’s, the renowned, award-winning American whiskey producer, is thrilled to announce the launch of two highly anticipated limited-edition releases to the UK market: 10 Year Kentucky Straight Rye and 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon, exclusively distributed in the market by Speciality Brands.

These sought-after whiskies mark the return of the 10 Year Bourbon after its last unveiling in 2021, while also reintroducing the 10 Year Rye following its success in July 2022.

These two whiskies are the result of over a decade of patient ageing in specially chosen, new fire-charred American white oak barrels, developing layers of rich flavour and character. The Rye showcases deep notes of vanilla and toffee, toasted almonds and cinnamon with a kick of crushed pepper, brightened by a hint of orange citrus. The Bourbon boasts a robust flavour profile, with dominant notes of dark toffee, caramel, and charred oak, rounded off beautifully with a touch of maple syrup and vanilla.

“I thought that the 10 Year Old Bourbon we are now releasing was drinking beautifully last year, but our Master Distiller Dan McKee and our Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson told me that with one more year of maturation it would be extraordinary,” stated Michter’s President Joseph J. Magliocco. “At Michter’s the goal we strive for is to produce the greatest American whiskey. We’re grateful for all the understanding and patience that our loyal Michter’s fans have shown in waiting an additional year for the release of our 10 Year Bourbon.”

Andrea Wilson, Michter’s Master of Maturation, shared her enthusiasm, says “The 10 Year Rye release is elegant, yet full of herbal and honey characters with warm spice resulting in a captivating, rich, smooth drinking experience. I am hopeful that it will bring a smile to everyone who experiences it.”

Michter’s Distillery boasts a storied history of producing traditional American whiskeys of exceptional quality. Each offering is meticulously aged to achieve peak maturity, and their portfolio includes rye, bourbon, sour mash whiskey, and American whiskey.

Michter’s 10 Year Kentucky Straight Rye (46.4$ ABV, 70cl, RRP: : £181.52) and Michter’s 10 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon (47.2% ABV, 70cl, RRP: £141.53) will be available on allocation across all channels from September onwards.

About Michter’s:

The distillery’s commitment to excellence has garnered international recognition, with Michter’s being named the Most Admired American Whiskey in a global survey conducted in October 2022. Furthermore, the prestigious Drinks International Annual Brands Report crowned Michter’s as the #1 Top Trending American Whiskey brand in January 2023.

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About Speciality Brands

Speciality Brands is an award-winning, premium drinks agency representing some of the world’s finest spirits. Its portfolio is solely focused on premium spirits and includes Michter’s, Camus, Nikka, Kavalan, Cocchi, Black Tot rum and Tapatio. A dedicated team of well-respected drinks industry personalities including award-winning mixologists, top brand ambassadors, experienced account managers and marketing experts is led by Managing Director Chris Seale. The agency’s passion is delivering first class products, in-depth educational trainings and impeccable service levels to the premium on-trade and retail sectors.

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Its name is inspired by Philo of Byzantium, the Greek engineer credited with inventing the gimbal around 250 BC.  But philos is also the Greek word that tries to capture the abstract, emotive notions of cherishing, friendship and love. As such, the name Philos represents both precision and poetry.

Philos is the balance between the two.

Tradition and innovation hang in perfect balance. Philo’s gimbal and Galileo’s armillary sphere are resurrected with new purpose. A whisky laid down more than half a century ago is presented through a first-of-its kind invention, designed to protect every precious drop.

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Demijohn 1969

Almost a decade ago, as part of our ongoing cask monitoring programme, a truly exceptional cask from 1969 was identified. Rather than risk losing quality or strength, the whisky was taken from its cask and transported into glass to make sure it stayed as it was, a moment suspended in time.

Described by our Master Whisky Maker as a “unicorn whisky” – one that stops you in your tracks, then haunts you with the knowledge you will never see it again. There is an undeniable aura of magic surrounding Demijohn 1969.

Scottish Whisky Awards in 2022 where they were crowned the Distillery of the Year.

Distillery Of The Year Release

This whisky was created using unpeated spirit matured in ex-Four Roses bourbon casks before a second maturation in Quercus humboldtii oak. It offers delicious notes of vanilla and butterscotch with a long finish of crème brûlée.

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The Cask is King

As Richard Paterson says, you will know that a famous line he emphasis in all of his tastings, is that “The Cask is King”. With this in mind, Richard travelled to Bodega San Andres in Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, to visit his long term friends there, and assess their decadent sherry casks to finish his and Ian’s second release for Wolfcraig.

The Wolfcraig 14 Year Old Deluxe Blend
– Triple Sherry Cask Finish – 

After maturing the whisky in freshly filled ex bourbon barrels, Richard and Ian agreed on utilising the rich and distinct characters of three different types of sherry cask to craft a luxurious finish for their 14 Year Old release.

From the Amontillado casks we find dried fruits, tobacco and a range of nutty flavours. From Pedro Ximénez Oloroso casks we find intense raisiny, slightly dusty smokiness, rich fruitcake and dark chocolate. From the Moscatel casks we find dessert wine characteristics, some sweet citrusy flavours, candy floss and marmalade.

Enjoy the full tasting notes

After allowing all of these wonderful sherry characteristics to influence the whisky, Richard and Ian married them together in varying levels to shape the profile that they desired. Finally resulting in a totally unique Wolfcraig release with a rich and intense character.

Learn more about this latest release

If you are looking to gain priority access and discounts on every release going forward, check out our newly launching Luna Membership here.

Slainte mhath to raising a dram of this outstanding whisky,

The Wolfcraig Team

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THE DISTILLERS ONE OF ONE SCOTCH WHISKY CHARITY AUCTION BRINGS AN OUTSTANDING TOTAL OF £2.25 MILLION / $2.7 MILLION,

DOUBLING THE PRE-SALE LOW ESTIMATE

HAMMER PROCEEDS TO PRIMARILY BENEFIT THE YOUTH ACTION FUND

IN SUPPORT OF DISADVANTAGED YOUNG PEOPLE IN SCOTLAND

19 Auction Records Achieved, Including Bowmore, Brora, The Glenturret,

The Glen Grant and Old Pulteney

Edinburgh, 6 October 2023 – The Distillers’ Charity hosted its second biennial One of One Auction, in partnership with Sotheby’s, in the stately Hopetoun House near Edinburgh on Thursday 5 October. Comprising a selection of ultra-rare Scotch whiskies, the 39-lot sale – which attracted lively bidding in the room and fierce bidding online – was attended by some 200 guests from across the globe, and brought an outstanding total of £2,248,750 / $2,715,815, more than double the pre-sale low estimate. Hammer proceeds of £1.8 million from yesterday’s auction will primarily benefit The Distillers’ Charity’s Youth Action Fund, which aims to transform the lives of young people in Scotland aged between 16 and 25, by helping them to develop knowledge, confidence, resilience, and skills. The Youth Action Fund – established by The Distillers’ Charity, with the support of Inspiring Scotland, as a vehicle to distribute funds from the One of One Auctions – has assembled a panel of complementary charity partners, each providing expertise and experience in achieving sustainable employability outcomes for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.   Yesterday’s result means that the first two Distillers One of One Auctions have raised a combined total of £4.2m for charity. 

Grant Gordon OBE, Chairman of The Distillers’ Charity, commented that “We’re very proud to see that the Scotch Whisky industry has once more come together and raised an incredible amount in support of disadvantaged young people in Scotland. In the past 21 months, with proceeds from the first One of One Auction, over 800 young people who were isolated, disengaged and inactive, have already benefited from support through the Youth Action Fund.  This year’s auction has once more raised a substantial amount of funds, which will contribute towards our aspiration of changing the lives of another 1,000 young people across Scotland in the next two years. We sincerely thank all our industry leaders, the whisky collectors and the craftspeople that pour their passion into every cask and bottle, for their support and generosity, as well the Youth Action Fund’s charity partners who work tirelessly every day to support the young people in Scotland.”

Jonathan Driver from The Distillers One of One, added: “We’re overwhelmed to see that our second One of One Auction has been another resounding success, galvanizing whisky brands old and new, all in the name of philanthropy. To have raised such an exceptional sum for Scotland’s disadvantaged youth this year is very special to us, and we cannot wait to hear about further inspiring stories on how these funds will be used in practice.

We’re also delighted to announce that the next One of One Auction will be back in 2025, continuing the momentum of creativity, philanthropy and celebration that we’ve built. We look forward to welcoming back our partners, including auctioneers Sotheby’s, and we’re proud to make a long-term commitment to funding and securing a future for young people in Scotland that benefit from the funds raised. The Distillers’ Charity would like to thank all who donated to, and bid on, the One of One Auction 2023, and we look forward to seeing them again in 2025.”

Sotheby’s Global Head of Whisky, Jonny Fowle, said: “In 2021, the inaugural Distillers One of One sale broke the mould for whisky charity auctions not just through the creativity of the donations but also through the value generated for The Distillers’ Charity. For 2023, the participating distilleries really went above and beyond to stretch the bounds of their generosity and creativity. This galvanising feeling of partnership, community and conviviality built a resulting auction that was greater than the sum of its parts and the results have once again exceeded anything that we thought was possible before this project began. We would like to thank all of the donors who have worked so generously to make this auction a success and look forward to its development into 2025.”

Across the sale, nineteen auction records were achieved: for Brora (Lot 5), Glenglassaugh (Lot 6), Glenmorangie (Lot 7), Macduff (Lot 10), Old Pulteney (Lot 11), The Glenturret (Lot 13), Bladnoch (Lot 15), Holyrood (Lot 18), Littlemill (Lot 20), Bowmore (Lot 22), Kilchoman (Lot 25), That Boutique-y Whisky Company (Lot 26), Glen Scotia (Lot 27), House of Hazelwood (Lot 29), Glen Moray (Lot 30), The Glen Grant (Lot 32), The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (Lot 33), Gordon & MacPhail (Lot 34), and The Last Drop (Lot 38).

Leading the auction was the spectacular Bowmore STAC 55 Years Old, the oldest whisky ever released by the distillery, which sold for £562,500 / $679,331 (est. £300,000-500,000). A spirited extended bidding battle broke out as collectors enthusiastically offered amounts far in advance of the previous bid, to secure the highly prized single malt housed in a ground-breaking magnum-sized, 1.5 litre, hand-blown glass.

A new auction record was achieved when Brora Iris 50 Year Old 1972, the oldest Brora single malt that has ever been bottled, presented in a 1.5 litre decanter and suspended within an imposing one-of-a-kind handcrafted stone sculpture, sold for £400,000 / $483,080 (est. £200,000-400,000). In the run-up to the sale, online bidding had already broken Brora’s previous auction record; on the day, multiple bids resulted in an outcome establishing the highest price for a bottle of whisky released from the Brora distillery.

From the Glen Grant Distillery, The Visionary – an exceptional one-of-a-kind creation presented in a singular hand blown battuto-cut magnum decanter and one of the oldest whiskies to be released by the distillery – more than doubled its high estimate, selling for £212,500 / $256,636 (est. £50,000-90,000), establishing a record for a bottle of The Glen Grant at auction.

An auction record was achieved for The Glenturret when The Glenturret Enduring Spirit – four Lalique crystal decanters, each containing liquid to celebrate a century of The Glenturret’s existence, contained in a handmade, Method Studio trunk – tripled its estimate, to bring £125,000 / $150,962 (est. £40,000-80,000).

The Gordon & MacPhail Recollection Showcase, featuring five uniquely engraved Glencairn decanters each containing an extremely rare one-off 70cl single malt from a distillery that has been lost or silent for decades, brought £93,750 / $113,222 (est. £80,000-160,000).

Old Pulteney Bow Wave 45 Year Old, the oldest expression released to date from Old Pulteney Distillery, more than doubled its pre-sale high estimate, selling for £68,750 / $83,029 (est. £20,000-30,000).

The Only Drop, from The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, saw a flurry of bids, resulting in a final sale price of £18,750 / $22,644 (est. £5,000-10,000). The one-of-a-kind bottle housing a 1989 spirit from a Speyside Distillery is distinguished by its unique bottle design, featuring a sculptural representation of a ripple formation on water, with a droplet portal allowing a glimpse of the precious whisky within.

Other significant results from the day included:

“Christmas at Hazelwood”, presented for sale by House of Hazelwood – a miniature house, inspired by the Gordon family’s ancestral home and created by Linley in the form of an Advent Calendar.  This unique lot containing a 50ml measure of every House of Hazelwood whisky released to date behind 24 numbered advent doors alongside a full bottle of a unique 51 Year Old sherry cask matured blended Scotch Whisky to be opened and shared on Christmas Day sold for £47,500 / $57,366, more than three times its pre-sale low estimate (est. £14,000-24,000), establishing an auction record for House of Hazelwood.

Showcasing a contrasting duo of rare Scotch whiskies distilled in 1979 and bottled in 2023, AGA, by KANDOBLANC, ignited competitive bidding, selling for £45,000 / $54,346 – an auction debut for the newly launched whisky brand.

An extraordinary 49 Year Old Glen Scotia, taken from the distillery’s oldest remaining cask reserves, encased in a bespoke wooden case, brought £33,750 / $40,760 (est. £10,000-15,000.)

Presenting the winning bidder with an opportunity to create their own unique aged, blended Scotch Whisky, The Last Drop Blending Experience sold for a staggering £60,000 / $72,462 (est. £14,000-24,000).

The Distillers One of One is also immensely grateful to the donors, to everyone who attended and bid, and to the following sponsors: Partner Programme Sponsor – Beamish International; Programme Sponsors – Glencairn Crystal, McLaren Packaging and Simpsons Malt; and Auction Sponsors – Bentley Motors Edinburgh, Forsyths.

A full list of the lots and auction results can be viewed here.

About the Distillers One of One Auction

The hammer proceeds total for the 2023 auction was £1.8 million and for the 2021 auction was £2.4m. The entire combined hammer proceeds of £4.2 million goes to The Distillers’ Charity, with 90% of that amount going to the Youth Action Fund and 10% going to the charity for its general charitable purposes.

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About The Distillers’ Charity

The Distillers’ Charity (registered no. 1193683) is the philanthropic arm of The Worshipful Company of Distillers. The Charity’s vision is to make a difference especially to young people, and those within the distilled spirits trade, helping them to reach their full potential, improve their life chances and make a positive contribution to their communities. Distillers’ Charity mission is manifested through three distinctive grant-making areas:

Vocational Training & Education: to provide educational and development support to new and recent entrants to the UK spirits trade, encouraging high standards of distilling practice and service.

Livery & City giving: to fulfil our wider civic duties as a Livery, supporting the Lord Mayor’s Appeal, the Master’s charity and other good causes aligned with our vision.

Youth Action Fund: created by The Distillers’ Charity to use proceeds from The Distillers One of One auctions to support young people in Scotland, especially from disadvantaged backgrounds, to reach their potential and make a positive contribution to their communities.

About Sotheby’s Wine

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby’s promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, e-commerce and retail. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by an industry-leading technology platform and a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 70 categories which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewellery, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Design, as well as collectable cars and real estate. Sotheby’s believes in the transformative power of art and culture and is committed to making our industries more inclusive, sustainable and collaborative.

Sotheby’s Wine’s annual worldwide auction sales of wine and spirits achieved a record total of $158 million in 2022, a 20% increase from 2021. Sotheby’s currently holds the world records for any whisky collection ever sold at auction, any private wine collection ever sold at auction, the most valuable bottle of wine ever sold at auction and the most valuable bottle of spirits ever sold at auction, in addition to the highest ever total for a charity wine auction.

In addition to auction, Sotheby’s Wine launched a retail business in 2010. With a retail store located in Sotheby’s New York headquarters and e-commerce at www.sothebyswine.com, Sotheby’s Wine offers a carefully curated selection of wines from the world’s most prestigious producers and important regions. Expertly assembled by our experienced specialists, the selection is built upon lasting relationships with winemakers from across the globe, with bottles that are ready for immediate consumption, in addition to investment-worthy wines from highly sought-after vintages. A second retail location opened in Sotheby’s Hong Kong galleries in 2014.

MAC-TALLA LAUNCH NEW LIMITED EDITION FLAVOURSCAPE RANGE 

Brand team up with artist Marzia Sileno to create one of a kind whisky artwork 

Aberargie, Scotland– Flavourscapes is the first in a series of Limited Edition releases from Mac-Talla, where they have collaborated with an artist to create a visual based on the taste profile of their Islay Single Malt Whiskies. Marzia Sileno is well-known in the whisky industry as a former tastings manager at the iconic Milroy’s of Soho. She is also a talented artist and her works caught the attention of the Mac-Talla team who recognised that her vibrant and multilayered creations would be the perfect way to convey the intricate layers of flavour that are present in Islay Single Malt Whisky.

Working with the Mac-Talla Team and their new range, Marzia has produced a series of paintings which Mac-Talla are proud to display on the label of their new small-batch bottlings, exclusively available in the UK. Each artwork translates the tastes of the liquid into a stunning visual, capturing the essence of the whisky’s personality on canvas. Marzia Sileno said of the project: 

‘Months ago, the Mac-Talla team entrusted me with the unique challenge of translating flavour into colour for their Flavourscapes series. Today, I’m thrilled to unveil the remarkable labels we’ve created together. Working with this talented team has been an incredible journey, and I couldn’t be prouder of the results. These labels truly capture the essence of our collaboration, and I’m excited to share them with the world.’ 

Mac-Talla Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a range of whiskies which have been chosen to showcase the depth and variety of this exceptional whisky making environment has to offer. The brand aims to take the drinker on a taste journey across the island, allowing them to discover the depth and variety of Islay Single Malt. Their Flavourscapes range further demonstrates the island’s ability to create entirely distinct styles of whisky and with the addition of the bespoke labels customers will be able to get a sense of the liquid’s flavour from simply looking at Marzia’s creations.

Niel Hendriksz, Sales Director at Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers said:

‘The concept of flavour interpretation through visual creativity is not new. Flavour has the power to take you to a different place: a journey. Marzia’s experience in both art and whisky meant that she immediately understood what we wanted to achieve with this project. The whiskies we selected for the first two expressions are very different. We shared them with Marzia without the influence of external elements (cask types, years of maturations, strength) –  fully focusing on the liquid itself. We are delighted with the finished artwork and how the labels communicate the flavour and complexities of each whisky.’  

Tasting notes: 

For the first release, there are two whiskies, exclusive to the UK:  

Flùran, Flavourscapes Ltd Edition 

Scots Gaelic for ‘blossom’

Tasting note: Bright and crisp with sweet spring blossom, delicate honeysuckle and a lively burst of vibrant citrus fruits. Fragrant springtime aromas are layered with a gentle hint of campfire smoke lingering in the background.

ABV: 53.8%

Bottles: 420, available in the UK only

Colour: Buttercup Yellow

RRP: £75 

Fogharach, Flavourscapes Ltd Edition 

Scots gaelic for ‘autumnal, related to autumn, related to harvest’

Exuding warmth and a delightful array of fruity notes, Mac-Talla Fogharach evokes the essence of autumn vineyards following the harvest. Infused with peaty undertones, complemented by sherried baked fruits, almonds and a subtle hint of spice.

ABV: 54.2%

Bottles: 420, available in the UK only

Colour: Harvest Gold

RRP: £75 

Mac-Talla Flavourscapes will be available to purchase from Friday 29th September 2023 please visit https://mactallawhisky.com/stockists to find available stockists. 

Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers is solely owned and operated by one of Scotland’s oldest and most prominent whisky families, Jamie and Brian Morrison. There has been over five generations of the Morrison family involved in the whisky business including grocers, brokers, blenders, bottlers and distillers, making them one of Scotland’s oldest whisky families.

Their heritage gives them access to a wide variety of unique and exceptional casks from pedigree distilleries across Scotland. Their family’s values are run through everything they do and they proudly showcase these underneath each of their bottles reiterating their commitment to Patience, Intuition and Integrity.

In every whisky they release, they are committed to continue to impart the knowledge that has been passed down from generations of family whisky makers. Our chairman’s great-grandfather, William Walker, one of the pre-eminent whisky brokers of his era, worked closely with various distilleries on the island, even advocating on behalf of the Islay whisky trade to American businesses on the repeal of US prohibition in 1933.

Walker grew very fond of Islay, where he eventually purchased a home, and played an integral part in developing transport, trade and marketing of the Island’s produce.  His philanthropic nature was deeply appreciated by Islay residents – with the Glasgow Islay Association (of which he was a life member and chairman) noting in 1934 “In the Island itself, he has closely identified himself with every cause worthy of support”.

In 1963 a chance lunchtime encounter at a Glasgow restaurant led to Stanley P Morrison, the son-in-law of William Walker, purchasing of Islay’s oldest distillery — Bowmore (established in 1779) — that evening. Morrison Bowmore Distillers was created and emerged as a globally-recognised brand of quality Single Malt Scotch Whisky, producing a characterful spirit with some legendary bottlings. Morrison Bowmore Distillers was acquired by Suntory in 1994.

To find out more about Morrison Scotch Whisky Distillers visit www.morrisondistillers.com or for MacTalla visit www.mactallawhisky.com

It’s all treats and no tricks with the October Outturn! We kick things off with Cask No. 38.34 “Exceedingly exquisite” – a 25 year old black label bottling from a closed (demolished, in fact) distillery. We follow that with Cask No. 60.31 “Sweetly modern” which is the first appearance from this distillery for SMWS Canada!

And Cask No. 94.34 “That Heilan’ feelin'” is only the second bottling we’ve seen from this distillery in our 12-year history!

Some sherried drams and a couple of peat bombs round things out, so contact your local retail store to order any of these hauntingly good whiskies.

EXCEEDINGLY EXQUISITE

CASK NO. 38.34

REGION:  Speyside

INITIAL CASKS:  Ex-bourbon barrels

FINAL CASK:  2nd fill ex-bourbon barrel

AGE:  25 years

FLAVOUR PROFILE:  Old & dignified

BOTTLE NOTE:  “A gorgeous and decadent mature single malt. Detailed, beautiful and lush. Single malt originally from bourbon barrels, married in this cask.”

SWEETLY MODERN

CASK NO. 60.31

REGION:  Highland

CASK TYPE:  1st fill ex-bourbon hogshead

AGE:  9 years

FLAVOUR PROFILE:  Spicy & sweet

BOTTLE NOTE:  “Easy, sweet, uncomplicated and pleasurable modern highland style whisky. Fruits and citrus sweetness with caramel and rich cereal notes.”

THAT HEILAN’ FEELIN’

CASK NO. 94.34

REGION:  Highland

CASK TYPE:  1st fill ex-bourbon barrel

AGE:  13 years

FLAVOUR PROFILE:  Spicy & sweet

BOTTLE NOTE:  “Rich and sweet but also textural, nicely waxy, old school and full bodied. A charming Highland character full of honey, tweed and porridge.”

LOSE YOURSELF BY THE FIRE

CASK NO. 46.137

REGION:  Speyside

INITIAL CASK:  Ex-bourbon hogshead

FINAL CASK:  1st fill Oloroso hogshead

AGE:  15 years

FLAVOUR PROFILE:  Deep, rich & dried fruits

BOTTLE NOTE:  “The cask and distillate vie for influence, but the result is an entertaining mash-up of dark fruits, wood tannins, chocolate and earthy heft.”

AT HOME ON THE RANGE

CASK NO. 78.62

REGION:  Highland

INITIAL CASK:  Ex-Oloroso butt

FINAL CASK:  2nd fill Pedro Ximenez butt

AGE:  8 years

FLAVOUR PROFILE:  Spicy & dry

BOTTLE NOTE:  “Lentil stew and Scotch broth were followed by spicy chili con carne – not for the fainthearted. Diluted, cowboys and cowgirls dine around a campfire.”

A MARRIAGE MADE IN HEAVEN

CASK NO. 53.433

REGION:  Islay

INITIAL CASK:  Ex-bourbon hogshead

FINAL CASK:  Refill Spanish oak sherry hogshead

AGE:  13 years

FLAVOUR PROFILE:  Peated

BOTTLE NOTE:  “We enjoyed gambas a la plancha, Sanlúcar king prawns and manzanilla sherry, before having tuna steaks in warm coriander and caper vinaigrette.”

THE TRINIDADIAN ILEACH FROM KENNETHMONT

CASK NO. 66.228

REGION:  Highland

INITIAL CASK:  Ex-bourbon barrel

FINAL CASK:  Refill Trinidad rum barrel

AGE:  9 years

FLAVOUR PROFILE:  Heavily peated

BOTTLE NOTE:  “A mighty wee beast of a dram. The rum influence is very slight, making space for an avalanche of seawater and billowing pure peat smoke.”

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BUNNAHABHAIN

12 YEAR OLD CASK STRENGTH

2023 EDITION

70cl | 60.1% ABV

This 12-Year-Old Cask Strength Bunnahabhain is matured on the remote, north-east coastline of the Isle of Islay. The location impacts Bunnahabhain Whisky in a big way, drawing on the abundance of clear spring water and ever-changing coastal climate to deliver a unique, unpeated Islay Single Malt Whisky.

Bottled at cask strength, the rich flavours showcase the classic sherry influenced house style of Bunnahabhain. This annual release bottling can be enjoyed neat or with a few drops of water to encourage the spicy bites of cinnamon, followed by cloves and chocolate on the palate.

£79.95

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NOSE
Floral and nutty with notes of marzipan, hazelnut, almond cream and morello cherries.

TASTE
Roasted nuts and spice lead the way with cinnamon and cloves fading to reveal soft notes of butterscotch, toffee, sultanas and a gentle hint of coffee.

FINISH
Lingering notes of cloves, hazelnut, and cocoa.