Scottish Spirits

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Produced in small, individually numbered batches, Glenfiddich 18 Year Old combines a touch of fruity sweetness from the Spanish Oloroso wood and an oakiness from the traditional American casks.

After being married in wooden tuns for at least three months, its rich, mellow flavors come together, creating an exceptionally smooth and remarkably deep single malt Scotch whisky with notes of baked apple, spice and robust oak. Each batch is unique and is of an extraordinary quality.

Remarkably rich aroma with ripe orchard fruit, spiced apple and a robust oakiness. Richly delivers luxurious dried fruit, candy peel and dates overlaid with elegant oak notes. Warming. Rewarding. Distinguished.

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Wine Enthusiast 96 points | Luxe and easy-sipping. Look for enticing notes of butterscotch, baked pear, cinnamon and clove on the nose and palate, swathed in just the right amount of smokiness.

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Dark gold. Intense and vanilla sweet. Floral, hints of banana, figs, rich toffee, new leather and oak. The palate is initially soft, then brisk, vibrant and drying, peppery, a touch of smoke, oak, lime, ginger and spices. The finish is very long, warming, dry and spicy. 

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97 Points Wine Enthusiast | Finished in rum casks, the honey and orange zest aromas suggest a cocktail, not a straight pour of Scotch. These flavors are echoed on the silky palate, opening with cocoa and leather and evolving into a luscious, fudge-like finish, with hints of orange peel and cinnamon. Enjoy with a big rock of ice and a piece of orange peel, it needs no other adornment.

93 Points Whisky Advocate | Rich, sweet, and fruity with baked apples drizzled in honey, crisp white pear, honeysuckle, dried banana, vanilla fudge, and pecan pie. This works so well with the nascent Glenfiddich spirit; lime zest, vanilla, foamy meringue, honey blossom sweetness, and pepper transitioning to lime shred marmalade, soft oak, and a dry spicy finish. Vibrant, stimulating, sophisticated, and so well balanced that it never risks becoming overly sweet.

Dark gold. Intense and vanilla sweet. Floral, hints of banana, figs, rich toffee, new leather and oak. The palate is initially soft, then brisk, vibrant and drying, peppery, a touch of smoke, oak, lime, ginger and spices. The finish is very long, warming, dry and spicy. Producer Description. 

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Ardbeg Ten Years Old is revered around the world as the peatiest, smokiest, most complex single malt of them all. Yet it does not flaunt the peat; rather it gives way to the natural sweetness of the malt to produce a whisky of perfect balance.

Typically most whiskies are chill-filtered and reduced to a strength of 40% ABV. Ardbeg Ten Years Old, however, is non chill-filtered and has a strength of 46% ABV, thus retaining maximum flavour, at the same time giving more body and added depth. It's whisky with none of the goodness taken out!

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Wine Enthusiast 91 Points | (Great Value,Tried & True Award)- Bright gold color. Reluctant bouquet is measured but potent early-on then with aeration it explodes in waves of sea salt, sea air, campfire. Flavor direction is all about the peat suddenly as the malt takes a back seat until the aftertaste when it reemerges with a bang.

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Brilliant gold. Powerful peat-smoke with sea-water saltiness, the liquor of fresh oysters, and a citrus sweetness. A rich dried-fruit sweetness with clouds of smoke and strong barley-malt flavours, warming and intense. Peppery at the back of the mouth. Finish: Huge, long, warming and peppery in the finish with an appetizing sweetness.

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93 Points Whisky Advocate | Honey, vanilla, poached pears in cream, driftwood bonfires, and a sprinkle of wood spices comprise a clean, focused, and well-balanced nose. A golden and silky palate of sweet honey, vanilla, white chocolate, and lemon zest, with plenty of body. Enter caramel; the smoke cuts to the front, outstripping aromatic spices, orchard fruit, and baked citrus flavors. Compelling and moreish: drink whenever it’s raining in Glasgow and you can’t go wrong.

91 Wine Enthusiast | This robust bottling is a permanent addition to the Great King range, added in 2014. Light golden in the glass, look for a lightly smoky aroma with fresh pear notes underneath. On the palate, a waft of peat smoke mingles with lemon cream, vanilla and pear, flavors supplied by Sherry cask-aged whiskies. Slight salinity sets the mouth watering. Best Buy.

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Full, rich and smoky on the palate, with notes of baking spices and sherry wine notes. Producer Notes.

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An elegant, composed and stylishly vibrant spirit that showcases the absolute finesse, purity, definition and elegance of organically grown barley. Late summer barley. Opens on a light almond note with a twist of candied lemon. Followed by the magical aromatics of toasted barley, floral and fruit notes with a hint of lemon honey intermingling beautifully. Toffee sweetness comes from American oak cask and as the spirit opens little drifts of succulent papaya, melon and kiwi can be found. 

The texture is sensational, the spirit gliding over the palate like warm syrup. The taste buds love the purity and the sensational clarity of flavours being presented. A real sweetness on the front palate, barley sugar, honey almonds, green jelly beans, pear drops all splashed with fresh lemons and balanced by the crispness of malted barley. 

An intensity and definition of flavour that is unparalleled. Incredibly fresh giving an unforgettable palate experience that leaves the taste buds tingling and overwhelmed. 

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Spicy, mellow smoke with honeyed sweet maltiness and hints of pepper on the nose. The first taste is rich & sweetly mellow followed by a spicy heat with elegant balance of sweet, smoke & salt, and a clean, warm finish. 2020 SIP Awards Platinum winner.

Each time you sip J&B Rare, 42 different whiskies pass you lips. They are carefully blended together to create a subtle, smpoth and complex flavour. The delicate balance is what gives J&B Rare its distinctive character. If we took even one whisky away you would taste the difference. 

The heart of J&B Rare is formed by Speyside Malt Whiskies. They provide the fruity,fresh quality you can taste, and give J&B its light colour. Speyside is recognised as the superior area in Scotland for making malts. 

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Clan MacGregor Blended Scotch Whisky is made using fifteen of the finest malt and grain whiskies from the heart of Scotland. It is of exceptional quality with a delicate, sweet aroma and a smooth, mellow taste – which has won many awards over the years. Drink responsibly.

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Monkey Shoulder is the world's first Triple Malt, a blend of three of Speyside's finest single malt whiskies. On its own or over ice it's deliciously smooth and rich. However, this is a whisky that loves company and is perfectly balanced for mixing. Make yours a Monkey. 

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Drambuie is a whisky liqueur. A blend of aged Scotch whisky, spices, herbs and heather honey. Its origins can be traced to a secret recipe created for Bonnie Prince Charlie by his Royal Apothecary in the 18th Century. 

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The 2023 Dewar's 19 Year Old "The Champions Edition" offering from four-time Master Blender of the Year Stephanie Macleod was created in partnership with the USGA to commemorate the 123rd U.S. Open Championship at The Los Angeles Country Club.

This third iteration of Dewar's 19 Year Old is aged in Red Wine casks from Napa Valley, honoring both the LACC and the terroir of the 2023 championship in California, producing a smooth and complex whisky. Notes of red berries and black cherries resolve into a rich and fruity finish with a hint of nutmeg.

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Bright gold. Aromatic with notes of vanilla, cut flowers and beneath, a clean, toasty note. Increasingly sweet and creamy, with fresh citrus, lemon cheesecake. Light and smooth body. A crisp mid-palate then butter icing, lemon cheesecake and freesias. The finish is herbal and drying, a little like potpourri.

This subtly sophisticated Lowland Single Malt Scotch Whisky is a superb pre-dinner drink; try it with a few drops of water.

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Melt into the rich flavor of Caol Ila 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky. With a subdued, citric fruitiness and a sweet start, our whisky ends with a lengthy, slightly sour finish. Consider pairing our 86 proof whisky with the provincial olive dish, tapenade, which helps bring out Caol Ila's peaty and salty notes, while the mix of capers and herbs accentuates the citrus flavors. 

Perfect on its own or mixed in a cocktail, our award-winning whisky is best enjoyed when served neat in a rocks glass, adding ice or a splash of water for taste. Includes one 86 proof 750 mL bottle of Caol Ila 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky. Caol Ila is pronounced “Cull Eela”. For more than 100 years, small coal-fired “puffers” like the SS Pibroch brought barley, coal and empty casks to the distillery, returning her whisky to the mainland through the Sound of Islay.

Today, Caol Ila’s secret bay is only known to true Islay devotees. The barley used here is still malted locally at Port Ellen and pure spring water still rises from limestone in nearby Loch Nam Ban, then falls to the sea at Caol Ila in a clear crystal stream, just as it always has.

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The Glenrothes ‘House Style’ is showcased through our 12 year old. All of the flavours come from the balance of different sherry seasoned casks, giving a smooth and lasting sweetness. Matured only in sherry seasoned oak casks and bottled at natural colour with a character of vanilla, melon, and cinnamon.

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Created with roasted black malt, roasted to the extreme, this spirit is all about what happens up front – centre stage. The malt is what defines its distinctive profile. Described as tasting like ‘biting on a spiky ball’, Ardcore is a dram that wears its heart on its sleeve… its black heart! 

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Starts with an enticing aroma of enchanting flowers and a fresh, herbal character that is classically Hendrick’s in style. The juniper and coriander backbone is lengthened by lush green and wonderfully sweet floral characteristics, creating a wonderfully balanced gin. Limited Release.

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Balanced, rich and elegant, this is a whisky for special occasions.

Over the course of 18 years our Master Distiller, Alan Winchester, takes this expression through a combination of cask types, including both first and second-fill American oak (for tropical fruitiness) and ex-sherry oak (for spicy complexity). The result of this deft navigation of the distilling arts is a gorgeous single malt that is complex, yet elegant and balanced.

The 18 Year Old has won more awards than any other expression; every bottle is a true example of the quality and taste of The Glenlivet. Any bottle deserves pride of place in your cabinet… perhaps to be held back for a fitting occasion? It is, after all, crafted to impress. 

Expert Review

Wine Enthusiast 93 Points | Vibrant orange-amber color and a warm, citrusy scent. Expect lots of honey and caramel from the get-go, winding into an interestingly dry and lingering finish entwining leather, cocoa, coconut and ginger. Good value.

It is what Hendrick's might taste like in a parallel universe Orbium is a reimagining of Hendrick's Gin by Master Distiller, Lesley Gracie. Instilled with additional extracts of Quinine, Wormwood and Blue Lotus Blossom, the result is an oddly exquisite gin that sits roundly on the palate. 

The result is an oddly exquisite gin that sits roundly on the palate, complementing our beloved cucumber and rose essences. 

Old Raj gin has been produced for us since 1972 and is available at 46% and 55% abv. Bottling takes place in Campbeltown. This quality floral gin has a slight yellow tint due to the addition of the saffron. This valuable and rare ingredient is added post distillation.

Botanicals

• Juniper
• Coriander
• Seville orange peel
• Liquorice
• Angelica root
• Orris
• Cinnamon
• Cassia Quills
• Nutmeg
• Saffron is added post distillation.
• The firm of William Cadenhead Limited, Wine and Spirit Merchants, was founded in 1842 and was in the ownership of the same family until it was taken over by the well known Campbeltown firm of J & A Mitchell & Co. Ltd who own Springbank Distillery. The premises were in Netherkirkgate in Aberdeen and although the street numbers were changed from time to time the premises were the same and indeed were almost unaltered during their 130 years of trading in Aberdeen.

Matured exclusively in hand selected American oak ex-bourbon barrels.

Tomintoul 10 Years Old is a delicate well-balanced single malt.Gentle and smooth with a medium body, Tomintoul 10 Year Old is a lovely expression from Speyside, Scotland.

This has some barley, sugar, vanilla, malt and coffee on the nose with a hint of oak. The palate is made up of toasted cereal, honey, barley sugar, malt and some sweet vanilla.

A fan favourite in the Tomintoul range, our 10 Years Old has been awarded gold medals for its taste by  some of the most prestigious spirits competitions in the world

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Crafted only from casks which exhibit a rich depth of natural colour, a distinctive sweet raisin flavour and a rich, velvety smooth mouthfeel. The Macallan Rare Cask is crafted from the finest and rarest sherry seasoned oak casks to deliver The Macallan’s full-bodied character, unearthed by the Whisky Mastery Team in their quest to seek out the extraordinary. 

This single malt whisky reveals the art and science of the Whisky Maker in selecting the unique oak casks that exhibit a distinctive and complex flavour profile. Our latest release, The Macallan Rare Cask, 2023 Release, boasts a collaboration with renowned musician, Charlie Burchill of Simple Minds. Embarking on an exquisite journey, we explored the intricacies of the sensory world, discovering the striking parallels between sound, aroma, flavour, and colour, all intertwined through the shared element of wood.

Charlie's remarkable talent in identifying rare tasting notes, such as raisin, resonates beautifully with his ability to compose and play music. The art of creating exceptional single malts and music share a common language, where each note and flavour combine in perfect harmony, complementing one another in a remarkable way.

Immediately quite soft with clean, fresh notes, faint hints of milk chocolate and lemon and then developing fragrant tea-scented smoke alongside nose-drying, maritime aromas, with subtle cereal.

San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Double Gold Ultimate Spirits Challenge.

A prickliness seen earlier now develops, while the trademark Lagavulin dryness emerges as fresh newsprint. Softly sooty. Softer, fuller and more rounded with water: it’s not hugely fruity but there’s just a trace of red berry preserve, perhaps, beneath the smokiness, which comes sharply into focus.

Light, growing pleasantly oily. A soothing light texture, with a magnificently full-on Lagavulin taste that’s somehow even bigger than you expect; sweet, smoky and warming, with a growing, smoky pungency, then dry, with more smoke. Charred, with minty, dark chocolate. Beautifully balanced midpalate then salty, oven-charred baked potato skins and smoke. Water rounds things, the taste still mighty yet more succulent, sweeter, spicier and now tongue-tingling, mint-fresh and warming.

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Chivas Regal 18 has a bold new look. Sitting taller and prouder, our elevated bottle features carved jewel-like details to match the 18-year-old brilliance inside. The golden luckenbooth sits proudly as the beating heart of Chivas Regal. Finished with a jewel-like cork stopper and embossed spears and flag in homage to our heritage, the new bottle stands out among any collection.
 

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Wine Enthusiast 91 Points |  So named for texture is as soft and smooth as a pigs nose, this five-year-old whisky has a bright golden tint and mild notes that balance fruit and sweet vanilla. Add a splash of water to bring out light smokiness and still more vanilla.

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Intensely rich yet subtly sweet. With immense smoke and notes of sea salt and spice, this is a vigorous whisky that stands out from the crowd. An explosion of peppery, peaty heat, soothed by a honeyed sweetness. Double Gold- San Francisco Spirits Competition

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Finished in tequila casks this unique expression combines classic Islay peat flavor with sweet and citrusy agave notes. The palate is perfectly balanced with smoke and chewy meringue. While the finish is long with gentle heat, spice, and sweet citrus.

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With its copper-bronze color, its flavor notes of fruit and spice.

The spirit is initially matured in American white oak ex-Bourbon casks, yielding soft vanilla and honey notes. For its final maturation, the whisky is transferred into casks which have held 30-Year Old Matusalem Oloroso Sherry.

 These casks are exclusively provided to The Dalmore from the renowned Gonzalez Byass bodega and give the whisky its rich, deep chocolate character.

Vanilla, dark chocolate, orange and cinnamon. Dark chocolate, candied citrus fruits, rich coffee, nutmeg and soft liquorice. Citrus fruits and rich molasses

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J&B Rare blended Scotch whisky is a product of Justerini & Brooks, a company with a history dating back to 1749. J&B Rare is known for its smooth and balanced flavor profile, created by blending a variety of malt and grain whiskies, with Speyside malts at the core. 

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A departure from the typically lightly peated single malt, the Campbeltown Heavily Peated Kilkerran is released twice per year at cask strength and around 115 proof. Although the maturation can vary, it is typically matured predominantly in Bourbon casks.

In typical Kilkerran style, there is a citrus element on the nose with notes of lemon and key lime pie, along with touches of toasted rye bread and peat smoke.

There are notes of toasted marshmallows and campfire embers immediately on the palate, with hints of vanilla and custard.
Finish

The smokiness carries through to the finish, along with a mineral note to round off this dram.