Discover the story behind our latest Harvest Series release – Wychwood Harvest Single Malt Whisky (50% ABV) – in a brand-new feature-length film now live on our YouTube channel below. Crafted from a rare parcel of port and select bourbon casks, this bold and expressive single malt whisky delivers a truly memorable dram. Just 1,500 bottles have been produced, each inspired by a dramatic Cotswolds landscape painting by Andrea Bates, an Oxfordshire artist.

In the film, we’ll take you behind the scenes to the very heart of the Cotswolds, where you’ll hear from:

– Alice Pearson – Head of Production

– Rob Patchett – Head of Global Advocacy

– Andrea Bates – The artist behind this year’s painting, beautifully showcased on the tube

– Daniel Szor – Our Founder

– Michael Green – Our Barley Farmer

Join us as we celebrate the farming traditions, artistry, and passion that make the Harvest Series so special. This limited release is available to purchase now, exclusively from our website and retail shops, priced at £100 per bottle – while stocks last.

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A HISTORY OF “FIRSTS” IN THE BOURBON

WORLD SINCE 1870!

Founded by George Garvin Brown in 1870, over the last 155 years, the Old Forrester Distilling Company has built a legacy of groundbreaking achievements in the Bourbon world starting with the release of the first bottled Bourbon that year, sourcing and batching whiskey from three local distillers to assure consistency.

When the US Bottled in Bond Act was passed in 1897, Old Forester increased its proof from 90 to 100 to and soon thereafter purchased the Mattingly Distillery to achieve compliance. When a major fire shut down production in 1910, the in-process distillate which was ready for bottling was instead placed into a second barrel while the line was repaired, resulting in the release of a “Very Old Fine Whiskey”, the first double-barreled Bourbon ever produced.  When Prohibition began in 1920, Old Forester was one of just a handful of distillers allowed to produce and sell “medicinal” whiskey and today remains the only Bourbon sold by the same company before, during and after Prohibition. The list of milestones beyond those years include the first single barrel Bourbon (1962) and the first vintage dated Bourbon (2002).

Today, the Brown family continues to manage operations with fifth generation member Campbell Brown now at the helm. Their core Bourbon line includes four bottlings that pay homage to those key early milestone years, which we proudly carry on our shelves. We also have just a few bottles remaining from our own Single Barrel selection available for your consideration. These delicious distillates continue to garner both critical and popular acclaim and, with just a few sips, you’ll understand why.

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Old Forester 1870 Original Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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Old Forester 1897 Bottled in Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon

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Old Forester 1910 Old Fine Kentucky Straight Bourbon

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Old Forester 1920 Prohibition Style Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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Scallywag Winter Edition 2025

Rare Ice Wine Cask Finish

Winter calls for something a little more daring.

The Scallywag Winter Edition 2025 takes Speyside Malt on an unexpected adventure – matured in Rare Ice Wine Casks from Eastern Europe and bottled at natural cask strength (52.4% ABV). The result? A Whisky that’s crisp, indulgent, and mischievously different.

Bright orchard fruits, honey, and candied orange meet warming winter spice, dark chocolate, and roasted nuts – a dram that’s every bit as bold as the season deserves.

With its frosted, cracked-ice effect bottle, it’s as striking on the eye as it is on the palate.

CRACK OPEN WINTER

Ferg & Harris unveils ‘Wings of Kintyre’ masterpiece ahead of 2025 Distillers One of One Auction

Luxury single cask, single malt whisky brand Ferg & Harris, has today (18th September) unveiled its most extraordinary bottling to date – Wings of Kintyre, a gilded masterpiece of artistry and craftsmanship, created exclusively for this year’s Distillers One of One charity auction.

The auction, which takes place every two years, sees unique whiskies and experiences auctioned to benefit the Youth Action Fund, a nonprofit organisation that supports disadvantaged young people in Scotland.

For Wings of Kintyre, the Ferg & Harris team have bottled a hand-selected, single cask of exquisite Springbank 31-year-old organic whisky – an exceedingly rare spirit finished in an organic cognac cask.

Produced exclusively with Folle Blanche grapes grown in the Champagne region, this superb quality cognac adds notes of orchard fruits and spiced warmth, enhancing the whisky’s signature Campbeltown coastal profile.

Bottled at 47.6%, this very special single malt is presented in an equally extraordinary bottle, reflecting the highest standards of distilling craftsmanship and the provenance and organic nature of the whisky. The design features a delicate barley stalk, detailed in 14 carat gold. The bottle neck is adorned with Victorian sea glass, smoothed by many years of crashing waves before being threaded onto low-carbon Scottish leather. It closes with a beautifully-designed asymmetrical glass stopper.

The bottle is housed in a striking presentation case which is the result of months of creativity and craftsmanship. The frame is hewn from sustainable oak by Scottish woodworker Eoghan Menzies. The untamed landscapes and soaring sense of freedom of Springbank’s home on the Kintyre Peninsula, plus Ferg & Harris’ distinctive blue magpie motif are the twin inspirations for a stunning stained-glass frontage, crafted by Inverclyde artist Alec Galloway and magically lit from within to showcase each exquisite detail.

Ferg & Harris Wings of Kintyre is valued between £2400 and £3500. It will offer guests the chance to own a unique and never-to-be-repeated Ferg & Harris whisky when they gather for the prestigious biennial auction, which takes place at Hopetoun House in Edinburgh on 10^th October.

Wings of Kintyre Tasting Notes

Colour Rich Amber – A soft, golden hue with warm undertones.

Nose Opens with welcoming aromas of freshly baked malted biscuits. Notes of creamy vanilla and light baking spices add warmth and finesse. As the whisky breathes, layers of baked orchard fruits such as spiced apple tart and stewed pears come forward, underscored by a gentle wooded depth.

Palate Bottled at its natural cask strength of 47.6% ABV, the whisky opens with notes of lightly sweetened oat biscuits, followed by ginger warmth, vanilla custard, and golden raisins. A burst of baked apple and citrus zest provides lift, while the enhanced oak contact from the small cask imparts an elegant backbone of toasted wood, nutmeg, and a hint of dry roasted almonds.

Finish The finish is long, clean, and structured, echoing with flavours of toasted oats, dry ginger spice, and a crisp, refreshing citrus peel sharpness.

Young Spirits co-founder Alex Harrison commented: ‘We are thrilled to share Wings of Kintyre with the world today. It has been a labour of love and represents many months of work by our team and the skilled craftspeople we are proud to call our partners in its creation.

‘Freedom to explore the possibilities of Scotch whisky is at the heart of every Ferg & Harris bottling, so there was a real synergy in creating this one of a kind Springbank whisky, which also embodies the freedom found in the rugged Kintyre peninsula where it is made.

‘The finished result is stunning, and an absolute gem for all the discerning whisky magpies out there! Along with all the lots in this year’s auction, we hope it raises as much money as possible for such a worthwhile cause’. 

The winning bidder of Wings of Kintyre will be invited to join Alex Harrison for a private tasting at Young Spirits headquarters in Edinburgh. They will also receive the 1.2 litre cask the whisky was finished in, personalised with their details. The lot also includes hand-waxed glass ampoules to allow the lot’s new owner to sample the spirit.

To register interest in this auction, visit the Distillers’ One of One website.

Autumn has arrived in Harris, the mountain streams are running white and wild, and tonight we’re waiting for Storm Amy to sweep in from the Atlantic. Islanders know the ritual well, everything tied tight, sheds and gates checked, and any outdoor jobs swiftly done before the real gales arrive. There’s a certain thrill to the first stormy night of the season when the wind howls across the crofts as we stay safe and warm indoors. So, in the spirit of inclement connection, pour a dram with us as we shelter from the weather and share few things we’ve been up to over the last few weeks. Whether you’re near or far, as the windows begin to rattle we hope all is well with you in your own corner of the world!

Le gach deagh dhùrachd,

The Isle of Harris Distillery Team

The Hearach single malt whisky is our first, historic dram from the Isle of Harris.  It takes its name from the Scottish Gaelic word for “a native of Harris”, and it’s something that islanders are very proud to be called. We talk about our whisky being woven from people and place, influenced both by the men and women of our community who make it, and the elemental island it comes from. Made from spirits matured in first fill ex-Bourbon casks, Oloroso, and Fino sherry butts, we further ‘marry’ our recipe to bring additional harmony before bottling. The result is a complex, elegant single malt, full of Harris character that rewards time well spent in its company. Order your bottle and open to discover more…

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SPRINGBANK 8YO

Cask Type: Fresh Madeira

Distilled: February 2017

Bottled: August 2025

Contents: 70cl Bottle

Strength: 54.7% ABV

Outturn: 1761 Bottles

The Springbank Society’s second offering of 2025 is a small batch release of Springbank, fully matured for eight years in six Fresh Madeira Hogsheads and bottled at 54.7%.

TASTING NOTES

NOSE Rhubarb stalk and leather notes initially, followed by fruit compôte and brandy sultanas alongside gentle peat smoke.

PALATE Upon first taste, there’s forest fruits; namely blackberries and raspberries. Following on, we get tinned peach syrup, vanilla custard, pepper and dark chocolate.

FINISH Moving into the finish, there’s a clay/mineral note, followed by prunes and a coastal saltiness.

To join the Springbank Society contact them at society@springbank.scot

Introducing Johnnie Walker Black Ruby

JOHNNIE WALKER BLACK RUBY

Black Ruby is the latest expression from Johnnie Walker, a dark fruit interpretation of its benchmark Black Label blend. The whiskies richer character comes from its red wine finish, resulting in layers of dried figs, plums, cherries and honeyed sweetness, lifted by fresh berries and warming spice. This is great neat, or a superb base for cocktails like the Rob Roy or Whisky Sour.

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