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Scotch Whisky Auctions 137th Auction Review – Auction Whisky News

Our 137th auction was a roaring success with high prices achieved on many of the best bottles that were up for grabs.  The bottle deadline for our next auction is this Friday (the 18th), so if you want your bottles to fly this month then now is the time to get them to us.

Balvenie 1962 56 Year Old DCS Compendium Chapter 5

This stunning Balvenie sold for a whopping £36,000 last month, which is as far as we can tell the highest price this bottling has ever achieved at auction.  A remarkable achievement which goes some way to suggesting the sustained value of whisky investing in spite of ongoing global economic uncertainty.

Macallan 72 Year Old Lalique Genesis Decanter

A truly incredible bottling, which sold for an astonishing £80,000 in our last auction.  A whisker away from taking the record of highest price ever achieved here at Scotch Whisky Auctions, this bottle is now making its away to its new (and very lucky) owner.

Scotch Whisky Auctions · Unit C · 139 Lancefield Street · Glasgow, Lanarkshire G3 8HZ · United Kingdom

New Release! The GlenAllachie – Cask Strength – Batch 8 at Hard To Find Whisky – Scotch Whisky News

THE GLENALLACHIE

CASK STRENGTH – BATCH 8

70cl | 57.2% ABV

A marriage of whisky from a combination of Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso Sherry puncheons, along with a small quantity of Virgin Oak and Rioja casks, the resulting liquid is bursting with indulgent notes of tangy orange, rich mocha and sweet spices. Presented at natural cask strength of 57.2% ABV, without chill-filtration and at natural colour to showcase the whisky in its purest form.

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Carefully crafted by Master Blender Billy Walker, who this year celebrates five decades in the whisky industry, this release is the epitome of the art of wood management. A marriage of whisky from a combination of Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso Sherry puncheons, along with a small quantity of Virgin Oak and Rioja casks, the resulting liquid is bursting with indulgent notes of tangy orange, rich mocha and sweet spices. Presented at natural cask strength of 57.2% ABV, without chill-filtration and at natural colour to showcase the whisky in its purest form.

Tasting Notes:

Colour: Intensely Rich Mahogany.

Nose: Bursting with mocha, nutmeg and walnut oil, with notes of heather honey, sweet raisins and dried red berries.

Taste: Lashings of cinnamon spice, molasses and honeycomb, followed by ginger and dark chocolate, with hints of nutmeg and fennel on the finish.

Johnnie Walker Gifts Sets at The Whisky Exchange – Scotch Whisky News

JOHNNIE WALKER GIFTS

Discover a diverse range of blends with something to suit every palate, including custom labels, gift sets and bespoke engraved bottles. An icon of the whisky industry with more than two centuries of history, Johnnie Walker has a diverse range of blends with something to suit every palate. Here you’ll find a range of great choices for the whisky lover in your life, including custom labels, gift sets and bespoke engraved bottles for extra-special occasions.

THE JOHNNIE WALKER PERSONALISED LABEL

ONE-OF-A-KIND WHISKIES

Add an image of your choice to one of four classic Johnnie Walker blends for a truly unique gift. You can use a favourite photograph, a holiday snap or even get creative and design your own artwork. Options include the perennial favourite Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old and the rich, full-bodied Johnnie Walker Green Label blended malt.

JOHNNIE WALKER BLUE LABEL

WITH BESPOKE ENGRAVING

A luxury icon, Johnnie Walker Blue Label raised the bar for blended whiskies when it was introduced in 1992. Long-aged casks of whisky from some of Scotland’s best-loved distilleries are combined to produce a nuanced blend filled with delicate fruity notes and hints of smoke.

To create the perfect gift, why not engrave a bottle? Personalise your whisky and create a lasting keepsake that’s ideal for weddings, birthdays, graduations and even Christmas.

200 YEARS AND COUNTING

THE JOHNNIE WALKER STORY

John Walker sold his first Old Highland Whisky in a Kilmarnock grocery in the 1820s. A skilled blender with a keen entrepreneurial spirit, Mr Walker’s name would soon become known in every corner of the earth. As the reputation of the whisky, signified by its striding man logo, grew through the decades, that famous square bottle became synonymous with quality. Today, It is used to say ‘happy birthday’ and ‘merry Christmas’ more than any other whisky in the world.

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Gordon & MacPhail Exclusives at The Whisky Shop – Scotch Whisky News

Mortlach 2002 19 Year Old Connoisseurs Choice

From the world-acclaimed Connoisseurs Choice range by G&M is this single cask Mortlach exclusively bottled just for us!

Released by renowned independent bottler Gordon & MacPhail as part of their Connoisseurs Choice series, this single malt Scotch whisky has been bottled exclusively for The Whisky Shop. The expression was originally distilled in 2002 at Mortlach distillery in Speyside. After spending 19 years in a refill bourbon barrel, this rare dram was bottled in May 2022 at 56% abv.

On the nose, there is spiced apple, fragrant vanilla, and dark honey. The palate is full of watermelon, citrus zest, and butterscotch before leading into the medium finish full of tropical fruit and oak.

£195.00
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Dalmore 2008 13 Year Old Connoisseurs Choice

A fruity dram with soft texture and a sweet taste overall, and a surprisingly spicy savoury finish

From the world-acclaimed Connoisseurs Choice range comes this Dalmore single malt whisky, independently bottled by Gordon & MacPhail exclusively for The Whisky Shop. Distilled in 2008, this expression has spent 13 years in a refill bourbon barrel before being bottled in May 2022 at 57.2% abv without chill filtration or added colouring. Highly limited, just 256 bottles have been produced.

“A mellow nosefeel, with light prickle. The initial impression is fruity – fresh apple, pear in syrup, fruit salad, a suggestion of raspberry jam – beneath this is a whisper of shortcrust pastry. A soft texture and a sweet taste overall, with a surprisingly spicy savoury finish. Little change with a splash of water, the finish now slightly tart.” – Whiskeria, Summer 2022

£140.00
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John E. Fitzgerald Larceny Barrel Proof C921 and Small Batch 2 pack – American Whiskey News

John E. Fitzgerald Larceny Barrel Proof C921 and Small Batch 2 pack (2x750ml)

$89.99

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68% Corn, 20% Wheat, 12% Malted Barley – a notable wheated mashbill from a classic brand. The high wheat proportion delivers big time on that rich, soft, and round profile the style is famous for.This two pack allows for comparison between the extremely coveted Larceny Barrel Proof (release C921 specifically – 122.6 proof) and the massively underrated Larceny Small Batch – 92 proof – a should be staple on any wheated Bourbon lovers bar. The list of accolades for the barrel proof are lengthy – 98 points from IWSC, Double Gold from SF Spirits Comp, Whiskey of the Year from Whiskey Advocate in 2020, and many others. While it is definitely overshadowed by its bigger brother, the small batch is no slouch either. It has garnered multiple double golds (including SIP and TAG), SF Gold, and a huge 95 point score from Ultimate Spirits.

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Scotch Malt Whisky Society “It’s BIG and coming your way…” – Scotch Whisky News

With six weeks to Christmas, we’re in a magical mood and planning something MIGHTY that is sure to thrill and delight our Society whisky lovers. Not to spoil the sensory surprise too much, we’re releasing three tasty teasers to whet the whisky appetite. Don’t fight the festive feeling, dive straight in…there’s no better time to start than right here, right now. Keep on scrolling to discover two NEW bottlings and a six-bottle case offer at a special price.

Of course, for the ULTIMATE countdown to Christmas, our 2022 Advent Calendar is sure to bring sheer cheer and joy with daily drams to enjoy. Buy now to guarantee arrival before the start of December.

CHRISTMAS COLLECTION

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The Scotch Malt Whisky Society, The Vaults, 87 Giles Street, Leith EH6 6BZ

Contact: sales@smws.com or call 0131 555 2929 (Mon-Fri 9am-4.45pm). Visit the Society at here for membership information

This is your chance to join and to take advantage of their great offers!

Spot the SMWS bottles in this amusing You Tube video

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Heaven Hill Distillery Announces Fall 2022 Edition of the Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Series – Scotch Whisky News

Heaven Hill Distillery Announces Fall 2022 Edition of the Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Series

BARDSTOWN, Ky. – Heaven Hill Distillery announced today the release of the Fall 2022 edition of Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey at 19 years old, the oldest to date in this specific line. Comprised of barrels produced in September 2003, and bottled in October of 2022, the tenth national release ushers in the latest edition to the hallmark series which adds to the bottled-in-bond legacy.

Bottled in an ornate decanter, the fall edition denotes a black label, consistent across all fall releases. As was the case for the past editions, this edition’s tax strip, which has always been a signature of transparency on bottled-in-bond products, will disclose when the liquid was produced and bottled. The Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond fall edition will be available in the 750ml size on an allocated basis. It meets the strict requirements of a bottled-in-bond: the product of a single distillery from a single distilling season, aged a minimum of four years, and bottled at 100 proof or 50% alcohol by volume. This edition is available at the suggested retail price of $240.

The Fall 2022 edition of Old Fitzgerald Bottled-in-Bond Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is the first 19-year-old of the nationally released series and features Bourbon pulled from across three floors of rickhouse F and one floor of rickhouse X at Heaven Hill Distillery’s main campus. As a leader of the Bottled-in-Bond category, Heaven Hill is proud to offer a premium product within this special class that showcases the authenticity and quality of the American Whiskey portfolio. Acquired in 1999 by Heaven Hill, the legendary Old Fitzgerald line is well-known for its distilling pedigree and intriguing story behind its namesake, John E. Fitzgerald, whose legacy is also heralded by the Larceny Bourbon brand.

ABOUT HEAVEN HILL DISTILLERY: Founded in Kentucky by the Shapira family in 1935, Heaven Hill Distillery continues its legacy as one of the foremost American Whiskey producers. Heaven Hill has cultivated the traditions and history of America’s Native Spirit with its fierce independence, passionate family ownership, dedication to quality, and thoughtful innovation. Today, Heaven Hill Distillery maintains over 1.9 million barrels aging in more than 65 warehouses throughout Nelson and Jefferson Counties. It is home to an award-winning collection of American Whiskeys including Elijah Craig Bourbon, Larceny Bourbon, Evan Williams Bourbon, Pikesville Rye Whiskey, Rittenhouse Rye Whisky, Parker’s Heritage Collection, and Old Fitzgerald along with its extensive Bottled-in-Bond label collection. Heaven Hill Distillery held the title of 2020 Whisky Advocate Whisky of the Year, the second Whisky of the Year for Heaven Hill Distillery in the past four years. In 2019 Heaven Hill Distillery was named San Francisco World Spirits Competition Distillery of the Year, Best in Show Whisky, and previously held the titles of 2018 San Francisco Spirits Word Spirits Competition Best Bourbon, 2016 Whisky Magazine Distillery of the Year. For more information, please visit www.heavenhilldistillery.com.

Heaven Hill reminds you to “Think Wisely.  Drink Wisely.”

This Week’s Tastings: Westward Whiskey & Mystery Whiskeys with Sam Filmus – Whisky Shop #SFO News

Friday, November 18th, 3PM – 6 PM

Westward Whiskey

Fifteen years in the making, Westward American Single Malt Whiskey is a grain-to-glass celebration of the American pioneer spirit. Made from scratch from 100% Pacific Northwest two-row barley, fermented with Chico ale yeast for outstanding flavor, double pot distilled for exceptional character, matured in new American oak barrels, and never chill filtered, Westward brings together the very best of the American whiskey and craft beer traditions and is currently the highest rated American single malt on the market.

We’ll have a variety of Westward spirits to try, poured by our whiskey expert presenters.

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Saturday, November 19, 10 AM – 5 PM

Mystery Tasting with Sam Filmus

“Keeper of the Quaich” and guiding light of JVS Imports, our friend Sam Filmus returns to The Whisky Shop with another award-winning pourlist to share. Sam Filmus’ previous tastings have included some of the rarest and oldest drams ever tasted at The Whisky Shop. Whether you’re looking for a unique new scotch experience or simply thirsty for a taste of whisk(e)y, this tasting is sure to delight and surprise.

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Whisky of the Year 2023 Tasting Panel! – Whisky Exchange News

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Whisky of the Year 2023 Tasting

The long-anticipated Whisky of the Year tasting is back with a bang! Come on our annual journey to help us decide what will be our Whisky of the Year 2023. ⁠
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Join us to taste through six excellent whiskies, handpicked for their quality by industry experts, and crown your favourite. You’ll partake in a blind-tasting of the secret lineup before getting to vote on the whisky of your choice. We will then count the votes and announce the winner on the night, and you will be the first to know our official Whisky of the Year 2023!

Not only will you get to taste some exemplary whiskies but you will also be welcomed with a cocktail and try something rather special, selected specially for guests of the evening.

We can’t wait to see what you choose!⁠

Location: Bridewell Hall
Address: London, EC4Y 8EQ
Date: Thursday 17 November
Time: 7-9pm
Price: £65

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American Single Malt Whiskey at Aberdeen Whisky Shop – American Whiskey News

American Single Malt Whiskey

A forthright representation of a traditional pot-distilled malt whiskey combined with American aging techniques. Using 100% imported malted barley and long fermentation and distillation times, our whiskey is rich with flavour before being aged in freshly charred American Oak barrels for a minimum of 3 years.

Clean, bright, round whiskey with citrus notes and a wonderful balance of oak and barley. Whiskey for the daytime, or anytime.

ABV: 46% VOL: 70 cL
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