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Pick up a bargain here with our 'clearance' and 'scratch'n'dent' spirits and liqueurs. Clearance lines are items that we want to clear asap, hence we offer a discount. The 'scratch'n'dent' items are not suitable for collections as they will have anything from superficial label damage to torn or bruised boxes and labels or even no gift box at all. The volumes are usually small, so products can turnover quickly.

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Jack Daniels Tennessee Travelers Sweet & Oaky Straight Tennessee Whiskey (500ml)

Tennessee, UNITED STATES

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ABV: 53.5%

Jack Daniels envisioned that one day his whiskey would be served around the world. In that spirit, owners Brown-Forman have launched a limited edition series. Originally exclusive to Heinemann Duty free, Tennessee Travelers “Sweet & Oaky” features a balanced grain - oak character with medium bodied flavours of caramel, vanilla & toasted oak and a creamy finish. Bottled at 53.5% ABV, it's definitely one for the more adventurous. Master Distiller Chris Fletcher adds “The demands of home life and the operations of his distillery never allowed Mr. Jack to venture far from Lynchburg, Tennessee, but he did have wide-ranging aspirations for his whiskey and a deep curiosity about other parts of the world... He attempted to satisfy both by visiting the 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis where he entered his whiskey in its first international competition. He walked away with a Gold Medal and a confirmation that there was a thirst for his whiskey beyond the boundaries of its distribution. We feel that Tennessee Travelers, given its true exclusivity, story and authentic craftsmanship, will have a special resonance with the global traveler and will offer spirits consumers around the globe a new flavour journey to discover, as the world starts to open up again.” Very limited stocks.

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Jean Luc Pasquet L'Organic 4 Year Old Cognac (700ml)

Cognac, FRANCE

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ABV: 40%

This VS is aged for a minimum of four years (the minimum requirement for VS is two years). It will suit those who enjoy a youthful, fresh, fruitier style of cognac. Produced from organically grown Ugni Blanc grapes, Summer fruits feature on the bouquet, including lifted aromas of dried fig, ripe plum and peach over vanilla, hints of fruit cake and a little white pepper. This is delectable VS with a succulence and purity that you don't often encounter. Full bodied, fruity and fresh; dried fig, hints of nectarine and cocoa lead into a spicy finish. Like others in the JLP line up this shows length and poise beyond expectations. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Look for a bright golden hue and dried apricot and white flower aromas. The soft palate echoes that floral note, layering it with mouthwatering hints of pear, golden raisin and apricot, leading to lively ginger and white pepper sparks on he finish. Made with a blend of four- and five-year-old eau de vie. 93 points - wineenthusiast.com

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Johnnie Walker Blue Label Australia Commemorative Edition Blended Scotch Whisky (750ml) - DAMAGED GIFT BOX

SCOTLAND

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$450. 00
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$5400.00 Dozen

ABV: 48%

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. This one, in particular, has some heavy creasing on the outer back corner and a small tear on the inside compartment. Actual product not pictured.
A limited release commemorating "the traditional 19th Century Johnnie Walker whiskies that first set sail to Australia in the 1860's".
One only from a private collection. Bottled at 48% Alc./Vol.

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Kyro Distillery Juuri Rye Spirit (500ml)

FINLAND

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ABV: 46.3%

Wholesaler clearance on top-notch rye new make. One parcel only.
A spirit that takes you to the very beginning of the whisky creation process: 'Juuri' is a new-make (the Finnish name means 'origin' - and the base for making great rye bread). It was also the very first product Kyro produced and the prototype for what became the first 100% malted Finnish rye. Besides offering a vivid insight into whisky production, what you get is something that boasts all the wonderful aromatic spiciness of rye whiskeys from America, sans barrel age. Technically you can't call it whiskey, yet it is among the very best rye spirits we've tasted to date. Complex and superbly expressive, the nose is like cutting open a bag of fresh rye bread - also suggesting buttered ryvita, mustard pickle and raisins. Brief aeration accents wholemeal bread, clove, old liquorice strap and vanilla. The palate is all about the grain, but there's also a passing resemblance to unaged grappa; Creamy-yet-fresh with assertive flavours of sourdough rye, spice and raisin, the finish is juicy, oily and gently peppery with fresh doughy rye notes persisting at length. An outstanding spirit that's selling for a song, drink it straight, use it as a base for craft cocktails or try it chilled as a schnapps. 46.3% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... 5 Stars - diffordsguide.com
Notes from the producers... Sweetness and light spicy rye are present on the nose, but really come to the front on the palate. After an initial dryness, notes of licorice root and a light touch of aniseed appear before giving way to the sensation of lightly spiced traditional Finnish rye bread.

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Lambay Small Batch Blended Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

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ABV: 40%

An independent craft Irish whiskey with a strong link to cognac blending and finishing. Camus (a world leading French Cognac house) is behind the shaping, polishing and finishing of Lambay Irish Whiskey, a spirit inspired by the private island of Lambay, five km off Ireland’s east coast. With Yonael Bernard as Master Blender, this whiskey is triple distilled and matured in ex- Bourbon casks, before Bernard hand selects the finest French oak cognac casks in his pursuit of the perfect Irish whiskey finish. 70 / 30% Grain v Malt, this blend is four years old and finished for up to one month cognac casks, and for the final flourish, water from Lambay Island’s own Trinity Well brings the ABV down to a balanced 40%.
Tasting note: Brilliant gold. Slightly dry, fruity and very pure with notes of vanilla and fresh sawn oak. The sweet, stewed orchard fruits build in the glass. Some ripe citrus too. Nice concentration, with a moderately fruity / vanilla accented profile. An oily pot still character is followed by hints of green apple and spice enlivening the finish. Excellent sweet-dry balance. Quite elegant. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Rare clarity on the nose for a blend... the silky mouthfeel is all about the grain and makes no apologies for it. Slowly the malts come into focus and both styles mingle comfortably with the delicate acacia honey sheen; more chalky vanillas in play, but, as on their malt, the finish has a slightly rough edge; the uncomfortable landing on the finish apart, this is a blend to savour with high quality malt making the most of a very sympathetic grain. Some really beautiful moments. 92 points - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible2021

This Cognac cask-finished whiskey has light, airy aromas of vanilla cream, heather honey, golden syrup, flaked coconut, and whole orange. Baked pastries and tangy orange precede a mid-palate spice rush, with grapefruit flavors building through a lengthy, spicy finish.
88 points - maltadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick (Spring 2018)

Gold Medal - World Spirits Awards 2018
Silver Medal – International Spirits Challenge 2018
Silver Medal – Whiskies of The World USA 2018
Silver Medal – Spirits Business 2019
Gold Medal – Wizards of Whisky 2019
Silver Medal -IWSC 90 points ( international Wine & Spirits Challenge UK)
Silver Medal – International Spirit Awards (Germany) 2019
Silver Medal – Spirits Selection 2019

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2012 Ledaig Bordeaux Cask Matured 9 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Isle of Mull, SCOTLAND

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$160. 00
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ABV: 56.8%

A 2022 release that's just arrived offering an expression that's distinct from the general release 10 year old. Good to have both! There will be smoke and spice and lots of it with the Bordeaux barrique's red berry character lurking beneath. 56.8% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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The Macallan Edition No. 5 Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - DAMAGED GIFT BOX

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

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ABV: 48.5%

The Macallan Edition No. 5 is a homage to the diversity and complexity of natural colour, celebrating Macallan’s commitment to natural whisky. It follows Editions No 1 and No 2, focused on cask influence; Edition No 3, which explored the impact of aroma; and Edition No 4, which was focused on structure.
Sarah Burgess, whisky maker for Macallan, adds, "Whilst colour development starts with mixing basic colours with precision to achieve different shades, when it comes to whisky making, it is the knowledge and understanding of a specific palette of colours from the cask which is the starting-point."
The colour connection is made all the more salient by ‘a uniquely bold shade of purple’ used on the label, developed by designers at the Pantone Colour Institute in New Jersey. 48.5% Alc./Vol.

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Manly Spirits Coastal Stone Bourbon Cask Single Malt Australian Whisky (500ml)

New South Wales, AUSTRALIA

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ABV: 46%

The second expression in Manly Spirit's Element Series was matured in x-Bourbon casks. The aromas are youthful, with fresh oak shavings lending a mint chocolate character alongside hints of dried orange peel. Light on entry, it gains depth in a crisp malty middle, finishing with warming wood spices, light vanilla and chocolate box. Distinctive presentation includes a Sydney sandstone stopper capping a bespoke glass bottle. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill-filtered.
Notes from the producers... NOSE - Opening with gentle vanilla, leading into green fruits with toasted caramel. PALATE - Mellow & sweet. Warm honey with baked pear and apple, centred with a backbone of oak & leather. FINISH - Long, oily finish, with a touch of requisite spice to balance lingering honey nut.

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Nikka Miyagikyo Malty & Soft Single Malt Japanese Whisky (500ml)

JAPAN

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ABV: 55%

One of three high-strength editions labelled as "Distillery Limited" and originally available via the distillery only. Readers may remember Miyagikyo making headlines in September 2015 when they discontinued their entire range due to stock shortages caused by an unprecedented boom in Japanese whisky. The label returned to market with a single NAS expression. Since then it's been the only official release that's readily available - anything else comes from the secondary market or the distillery direct. If you've been wanting to up the ante and get closer to the 'real' taste of 100% Japanese whisky with no imported additives, this is a perfect opportunity. The 'Key Malts' series lands at a uniform 55% which is considered close enough to cask strength. At the time of writing, prices vary dramatically. In Australia, it's not unusual to pay $350 plus (if you can find them).
Miyagikyo is Nikka’s second distillery, opening in 1969. Some commentators still refer to it as Sendai, which was its name before Asahi took control of Nikka in 2001. Founder, Masataka Taketsuru's intention was to expand the variety of malts available for his blends, so from the outset, the aim was to build the polar opposite of Yoichi. He sited Miyagikyo partly because the Hirosegawa and Nikkagawa rivers deliver a high-quality water supply. That combined with Miyagikyo’s different natural environment and the use of steam heat distillation, as opposed to coal and direct flame, results in a malt with a relatively mild and fruity character compared to the more powerful style of its sister distillery. Pot stills at Miyagikyo are considerably bigger too, and include boil balls along with an upward sloping lyne arm. This all contributes to a considerable amount of copper contact, stripping out the heavier compounds and leaving a delicate style of newmake. Finally, more unpeated and lightly peated barley is utilised at Miyagikyo, with the majority imported from Scotland. Although it's not stated, 'Malty & Soft' is likely to be a mix of refill Bourbon and refill sherry casked whiskies allowing the fruity distillate to take centre stage.
Other reviews... Never had the ‘Malty & Soft’ before, neither at 12 or with NAS. Colour: pale gold. Nose: rather in the style of the regular NAS, just even greener and almost acidic. I find it profound, and always love these very sharp, very well chiselled styles. Lemon and clay infused in strong green tea. Or there, old stone teapot. With water: lovely. Barley, clean mud, pomelos juice. Yes you may squeeze pomelos. Mouth (neat): really sharp, starting lemony, with green oranges as well, and then more sweet barley (syrup) and a slightly prickly pepper – which I do not hate at all (?) With water: gets a tad rounder and fruitier (peaches) but also grassier. Same Sauvignony kind of profile. Finish: long and millimetric, which is no oxymoron. A narrow malt that’s excellent. Comments: at times, there are echoes of Clynelish. 87 points - whiskyfun.com

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Nikka Miyagikyo Sherry & Sweet Single Malt Japanese Whisky (500ml)

JAPAN

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$199. 99
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$2399.88 Dozen

ABV: 55%

One of three high-strength editions labelled as "Distillery Limited" and originally available via the distillery only. Readers may remember Miyagikyo making headlines in September 2015 when they discontinued their entire range due to stock shortages caused by an unprecedented boom in Japanese whisky. The label returned to market with a single NAS expression. Since then it's been the only official release that's readily available - anything else comes from the secondary market or the distillery direct. If you've been wanting to up the ante and get closer to the 'real' taste of 100% Japanese whisky with no imported additives, this is a perfect opportunity. The 'Key Malts' series lands at a uniform 55% which is considered close enough to cask strength. At the time of writing, prices vary dramatically. In Australia, it's not unusual to pay $350 plus (if you can find them).
Miyagikyo is Nikka’s second distillery, opening in 1969. Some commentators still refer to it as Sendai, which was its name before Asahi took control of Nikka in 2001. Founder, Masataka Taketsuru's intention was to expand the variety of malts available for his blends, so from the outset, the aim was to build the polar opposite of Yoichi. He sited Miyagikyo partly because the Hirosegawa and Nikkagawa rivers deliver a high-quality water supply. That combined with Miyagikyo’s different natural environment and the use of steam heat distillation, as opposed to coal and direct flame, results in a malt with a relatively mild and fruity character compared to the more powerful style of its sister distillery. Pot stills at Miyagikyo are considerably bigger too, and include boil balls along with an upward sloping lyne arm. This all contributes to a considerable amount of copper contact, stripping out the heavier compounds and leaving a delicate style of newmake. Finally, more unpeated and lightly peated barley is utilised at Miyagikyo, with the majority imported from Scotland. This edition is named for the exclusive use of sherry casks during maturation. Expect aromas and flavours of raisins, plums and sweet spice.
Other reviews... In general, the Japanese sherried whiskies don’t do things by half, but this one’s not very dark, let’s see… Colour: deep gold. Nose: bang, the same massive box of used matches as in the Yoichi in the same series. And there’s a lot of gunpowder too, so I think we could safely use the S word here. Behind this thick wall, some walnuts, mentholated tobacco, and perhaps dried porcinis. With water: mead and gunpowder. I know, sounds like the title of a mid-1960s spaghetti western. Mouth (neat): indeed, it reminds of the Yoichi. Unusual notes of burnt caramel, maraschino, and simply burnt cake. Some bitter notes of, well, bitter walnuts and bitter almonds. Not the easiest Miyagikyo ever. With water: it’s complicated. Finish: long, and it’s still quite complicated. Comments: not a fan of this one. Not for pacifists, there’s too much gunpowder for them. 77 points - whiskyfun.com

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Nikka Yoichi Sherry & Sweet Single Malt Japanese Whisky (500ml)

JAPAN

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ABV: 55%

As the name suggests, a high proportion of sherry casks are used in this expression. Expect intense aromas and flavours of raisins, plums.
Other reviews... Well, sherry shouldn’t be sweet, but I’m digressing… Liked the older 12 quite a lot back in ’09 (WF 84). Colour: deep gold. Nose: praline, rubber, and indeed, a little sulphur. Walnuts and used matches hold together in an old leather pouch, or something like that. Frankly, I didn’t expect this much sulphur in a Yoichi. With water: struck matches and gunpowder all over the place. Mouth (neat): ah, no, this works very well. Burnt orange cake, cooked honey sauce, candied angelica, cherry liqueur, a drop of yellow chartreuse… It’s quite different from your usual sherried malt, perhaps more candied? Nice feeling. No sulphur that I can detect on the palate. With water: very good. Burnt raisins on a burnt kougelhopf. Yes, a Proust’s madeleine. Finish: quite long, beautifully raisiny, with orange zests and just a touch of clove. Comments: yeah go score this. If you hate sulphur in the nose, say 70. If you don’t care, that’ll rather be, say 86 or even 87. Good, say 80 altogether. Oh those scores!
80 points - Serge Valentin, whiskyfun.com

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Nikka Yoichi Peaty & Salty Single Malt Japanese Whisky (500ml)

JAPAN

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ABV: 55%

Yoichi was set up by founder, Masataka Taketsuru on Japan's northern most island after he left Suntory in 1934. He chose Hokkaido because the climatic conditions reminded him of Scotland where he’d first studied whisky making. The house style is typically rich, peaty and masculine, acquiring a distinct aroma and body from direct heated distillation using a finely powdered coal - a traditional method that's hardly used today, even in Scotland. Usually only sold at the distillery, this one's named for the high proportion of peated whiskies used in its creation. Weighing in at 55% Alc./Vol., it should also be quite intense.
Other reviews... Liked the older 12 a lot. Colour: gold. Nose: bizarrely, it’s rather the shiest among them three. A rather round peat, say young Caol Ila ex-rejuvenated barrel or something. I know, a shortcut. Whiffs of iodine, cough medicine, almonds, oysters… With water: no, rather a soft Talisker. Mouth (neat): sweet peat! Lou Reed could have written a song about it. Oranges and grapefruits, as sweets and as fresh juices, plus brine and green pepper, as well as a large teapot of lapsang souchong. With water: same. It’s one of the easiest peaters I’ve tried this year (we’re in 2017, am I not right?) Finish: medium, easy, uncomplicated, perhaps a wee tad cardboardy? There is some salt(iness) but not much. Comments: perhaps does it mimic the Scottish peaters a little too much? But yeah, it’s good and flawless.
83 points - Serge Valentin, whiskyfun.com

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Nikka Yoichi Woody & Vanillic Single Malt Japanese Whisky (500ml)

JAPAN

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ABV: 55%

Nikka's Yoichi distillery on Japan's northern most island released these annual editions which have been notoriously hard to find. Usually only sold at the distillery, this one's named for the high proportion of Bourbon casks used in its maturation, so expect aromas and flavours American oak and a hint of vanilla.
Other reviews... Only WF 78 back in 2009, but that was the earlier 12 yo. Right, and that was 2009. Colour: deep gold. Nose: varnish, cellulose, vanilla, nail polish, sawdust… Quick, water! Although it seems that there’s some quince, always a hit at WF Towers. With water: good fruit syrup, vanilla, and cake crumbles. Some kind of breakfasty recipe, perhaps (we don’t do bacon in France!) Mouth (neat): my, this is barley syrup! But I quite enjoy this feisty mix, with coconut sweets, custard, candyfloss, and of course a lot of vanilla. Marzipan and macaroons, plus pineapples. Some similarities with the regular NAS. With water: a little simple, but more than good. Vanilla and oranges this time, with a mentholy background. Finish: medium, rounded, rather on maple syrup. Comments: excellent albeit a little ‘elementary’. But I guess that was the whole point in the first place. Very little peat this time, if any.
84 points - Serge Valentin, whiskyfun.com

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Old Forester Signature 100 Proof Bourbon (1000ml)

Kentucky, UNITED STATES

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ABV: 50%

"...a much improved product, [that] can finally stand toe-to-toe with its competition."- breakingbourbon.com
According to owners, Brown-Forman, this is a favourite of bartenders. An ongoing NAS release composed of 72% corn, 18% rye and 10% malted barley, the label doesn’t actually say “Signature”, instead its title honours founder, George Garvin Brown, whose actual signature is depicted. Albeit young, BF have done a decent job of creating an affordable, solid, high proof Bourbon with body and palate weight. The nose has a few tell-tale signs of youth, with a touch of bubblegum and gobstopper, banana cake and candied peach but it's augmented by dark chocolate, spice and late hints of peppermint. The palate feels more mature, with cherry ripe chocolate, pipe tobacco and lots of wood spice. Mild tannins give a grippy feel to the finish, followed by a flash of rye and a pleasing pepper warmth that goes on at length. Neither too sweet nor too dry, and at 100 proof the overall balance is satisfying - If you can get past the screw cap and basic presentation, you'd happily sip this neat or use it as a base for cocktails. 50% Alc./Vol. Value one litre bottle.
Other reviews... As a much improved product, Old Forester Signature 100 Proof goes a long way correcting its past wrongs, and can finally stand toe-to-toe with its competition....Old Forester Signature will be an introductory bourbon to a lot of people, or an everyday bourbon to more seasoned drinkers. This price range comes with certain expectations though, like a more memorable flavor profile, that while not overly complex, still provides some flavor depth and sophistication. Evan Williams Single Barrel, Four Roses Small Batch, and Eagle Rare all accomplish this within this price range. Old Forester 86 and 100 proof bourbons have struggled with this for many years. They were far from bad bourbons, they just weren’t all that memorable. Unfortunately what was most memorable about them was their dreadful finish. With this nearly fixed, and a rich palate and respectable depth, Old Forester Signature now provides a solid pour at a great price point. - breakingbourbon.com, 2019 review.
Gold Medal - International Spirits Challenge

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2010 Old Pulteney Flotilla Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND

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ABV: 46%

"...this is excellent... it lost a few points in the end, but I’m still relatively in love with this fresh little baby." - whiskyfun.com
A vintage-dated Old Pulteney that has some similarities to Highland Park's style. 'Flotilla' here simply refers to a small fleet of boats, appropriate as this is a maritime malt matured next to the sea. Hand-selected first fill ex-bourbon barrels held the whisky for ten years before being bottled for the West European market. The profile promises vanilla sweetness with hints of zesty lemon and green apples, rounded off with a distinct maritime note, typical of Pulteney. 46% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... A brand new Flotilla! Seriously, silly names do not bother me as long as there is a proper age statement, quite the contrary. So, ‘flotilla’, you say that’s Gaelic?* Colour: white wine. Nose: I’m falling in love already. Ten years old, a well-behaved wood, and a rather pure distillate, that’s the recipe for a winner in my book. Shall we call this baby ‘the HP 10 of the mainland’? Lovely sunflower oil, williams pear, gooseberries, candlewax, artisan cider, ale, bread, seaweed… What’s not to like? Mouth: yeeppie! Sure it’s a little on ripe pears and juicy sultanas, so perhaps a tad ‘too easy’, but let's not deny ourselves our joy, this is excellent. Reminds me of those ripe jujubes that they sell in Chinese food markets (no, not next to pangolin meat). So loads of pears, but also vanilla, barley syrup, the said jujubes, a touch of turmeric and ginger… What I’m missing is a little more coastalness at this point, but there, it’s a fine dram. Finish: rather long, sweet, on pears, plums, grass, beer, hay… Comments: it lost a few points in the end, but I’m still relatively in love with this fresh little baby. Rather drink at 12°C, like a white wine, would I say. Ehhh? 85 points - whiskyfun.com

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Pellegrino Duca di Castelmonte Grappa di Marsala (500ml)

ITALY

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$54. 99
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$659.88 Dozen

ABV: 42%

Like other spirits, Grappa is classified according to geographical designations, varietals and styles. Grappa labeled 'Grappa di Marsala' must be made using grapes from the region (Grillo, Catarratto, Ansonica, Damaschino, Perricone, Nerello mascalese and Nero d'Avola) and be bottled at a minimum of 40% Alc./Vol. This expression stems from the famous cellars of the Pellegrino family.

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Port Askaig 45 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND

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ABV: 40.8%

Distilled in 1968, this is the high point in the Port Askaig range, part of an outturn of just 51 bottles from a marriage of five sherry butts bottled at a frail cask strength of 40.8%. According to the creators, it's in an Islay style almost completely lost today: Fruit driven, with next to no smoke and with an abundance of tropical fruits such as mangoes and papayas... Rumour has it that the source is Islay’s northernmost distillery (so it's starting to sound a lot like Bunnahabhain at its finest). Regardless, a very, very rare whisky with a venerable age statement that remains reasonably priced in relation to many Highland equivalents. One only available.
Other reviews... Even in my scarily long career, Ican probably count the number of peated malts that made it to this kind of age and then into a commercial bottling on one hand. Certainly by the end it is showing every year that has passed, but for an unexpected period, the malt hangs together... sometimes surprisingly deliciously. 90.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2022
...Well, there was a 45 yo at the very same strength back in 2014, not too sure whether this is the same juice or not. Maybe it is. Colour: full gold. Nose: right, this is one of those magnificent old Bunnahabhains! How many of them have we tried straight from the casks back then, in the company of dear John MacLellan? All roasted nuts covered with eucalyptus essence and Vicks Vaporub at first, then rich plums, light limoncello, and certainly some passion fruits. Soft and complex, with also more and more fir honeydew. Impeccably fresh. Mouth: you feel the age a little more (mentholated molecules from the wood, possibly terpens, turpentine and stuff), but the freshness remains there, with some orange-flavoured praline, tangerine liqueur, heather honey, and assorted dried fruits although it would never quite get raisiny. Finish: unexpectedly long, with the same orange-y fruitiness and touches of cardamom and cinnamon. Crystalised angelica and more yellow chartreuse in the aftertaste, and rather less oak than in the ‘bottling of 2014’. Which, I agree, is a little strange. Comments: it is, indeed, a little chartreuse-y. If it is the same juice as that of 2014, it may have improved a little bit, as if it could breathe a little further. 91 points - whiskyfun.com

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1991 Signatory Vintage Cambus 30 Year Old Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml) - 55.4%

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

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$299. 00
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ABV: 55.4%

Signatory regularly offer a number of single grains, all worth consideration. Here's another, and one of the rarer selections. Prized by blenders, Cambus was closed in 1993. At a going rate of under $14 dollars per year of maturation, we'd say this is very reasonable buying. Pale coloured, Signatory have matured it in a refill butt before emptying it in 2022 with an outturn of 439 bottles. 55.4% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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Springbank 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - 2023 bottling - DAMAGED GIFT BOX

Campbeltown, SCOTLAND

$1999. 00
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$23988.00 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Collectors note: Springbank's labels almost always arrive with minor wearing and markings, most often to the top of the front labels. This is unavoidable. If you are likely to be disappointed by minor label scuffing, we recommend you don't buy these whiskies.
The 2023 Release is limited to 3,600 bottles and has been partly matured in sherry and rum casks for a distinctively rich flavour profile. The exact breakdown is 45 % ex-bourbon, 20 % ex-sherry, 20 % ex-rum and finally 15 % ex-port wine casks. Expect a balance of balance of complexity and fruitiness. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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Springbank 25 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - 2020 Limited Edition Bottling - DAMAGED GIFT BOX

Campbeltown, SCOTLAND

$3499. 00
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$41988.00 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Collectors note: Springbank's labels almost always arrive with minor wearing and markings, most often to the top of the front labels. This is unavoidable. If you are likely to be disappointed by minor label scuffing, we recommend you don't buy these whiskies.
Probably a run of around 1300-1400 bottles, Springbank 25s from the years preceding and after 2020 received glowing reviews from whiskyfun.com so expect the quality to be maintained here. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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St Bridget's Kirk Cask #4 8 Year Old Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

SCOTLAND

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ABV: 48.9%

"Love this unlikely baby because of all those blood oranges." - whiskyfun.com
The St Bridget's Kirk range are made by blending malt whiskies from different distilleries and differing styles. The intention is that each batch is small, bespoke and distinctively different from the last; blended, married, bottled and hand labelled in Lady of the Glen's own warehouse, Batch #4 is a lightly peated blend including components from five malt distilleries. It's a thick, chewy, fruit-cakey malt with a light injection of dried fruits, peel and subtle smoke richening up the spicy finish. Married for over two years in a first-fill ex-Amarone wine barrique, the final yield was 145 bottles at 48.9%. Non-chill filtered.
Other reviews... A wise friend once said that the only red wine that's heavier than amarone is called a magnum. What's more, this baby spent no less than two years in first fill amarone wood. And yet, the whisky's not red, or even pink(ish), it's only... Colour: apricotty. Nose: no heavy cherries de la muerte or raspberries del inferno, rather a soft, caky nose, with just a little guignolet and crème de cassis from Dijon. Some triple-sec too, cassata, banana jam, and the expected raisins. Mouth: it is sweet. Loads of blood oranges (which I love and cherish), cracked pepper, melon cream, banana foam, orange drops, cloved, a small glass of lemonade and another one of ginger tonic, Italian bitters… I'm sure you could use this in a posh Spritz. Finish: long and spicier. Honey and more blood oranges in the aftertaste. Comments: blood oranges will save the world. Love this unlikely baby because of all those blood oranges. Mind you, amarone! 85 points - whiskyfun.com
Notes from the bottlers... distant bonfire smoke, Jamaican ginger cake, strawberry jam with dried orange peel.

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Strathconon 12 Year Old Blended Scotch Whisky (750ml)

SCOTLAND

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ABV: 43%

Possibly a late 1970s or early 80s bottling, the Strathconon brand was created by James Buchanan & Co.
One only. Note box condition and low fill level. 43% Alc./Vol.

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That Boutique-y Whisky Company World Whisky Blend (700ml)

UNITED KINGDOM

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ABV: 41.6%

Wholesaler clearance on one parcel only. "...a big old mouthful of flavour...proof that interesting bargains still exist in the world of whisky." - whiskyreviews.net
The comic-strip label alone tells you this must be from the independent bottler, That Boutique-y Whisky Company. Best known for their eclectic selection of single malts, on this occasion they've opted for a 'World Blend' composed of whiskies from Scotland, Canada, Ireland, Sweden, the United States, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Taiwan, India, Italy, Germany, South Africa, New Zealand and Tasmania... and possibly more! Offering a truly global tasting experience, each component brings its own distinct character, from the smoky peat of Islay to the rich sherry influence of Speyside. The result is a harmonious fusion of sweet honey, roasted nuts, chocolate and gently smokey aromas and flavours. The label says it's made for mixing. And given that the majority of whisky consumed globally is mixed, the slogan makes good marketing sense: In Scotland, a splash of water is common. In China they drink it with green tea. In Japan the whisky & soda highball is king. In warm countries like Venezuela and Brazil, it’s topped up with coconut water, or if you're in the USA or Australia, it's usually cola or ginger ale. Whatever your taste, this is a whisky inspired by the diversity of drinking preferences around the world. Boutique-y fans note the 700ml bottle as opposed to the standard 500ml Boutique-y format. 41.6% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... It’s certainly a big old mouthful of flavour. There’s caramel and toffee mingling with apple and pear, raisin and biscuit. Vanilla. Honey. Salt and pepper. Touch of dark chocolate and oak too... It’s a rather unique and tasty dram at a really affordable price. There’s a decent amount of flavour going on, which gives the impression it could stand up to the mixers suggested on the back label. Crucially however, it works just as well when sipped neat. That’s how I have thus far chosen to drink it but I can definitely see some experimentation in the not too distant future. I’m thoroughly enjoying it, particularly that gentle warmth. More proof that interesting bargains still exist in the world of whisky. - whiskyreviews.net
Notes from the bottlers... Nose: Notes of freshly baked bread, lots of honey and a smidge of orange marmalade, supported by slightly tart stewed apple with a sprinkle of brown sugar. Palate: Warming and spicy, with more of that floral honey and baked crumble topping, alongside crunchy, underripe apple and pear. Finish: A prickle of spice, toffee and vanilla pod linger alongside a slightly mineral note.

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1998 The Colours of Rum Long Pond 23 Year Old Edition No. 12 Cask Strength Jamaica Rum (700ml) - DAMAGED GIFT BOX

JAMAICA

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ABV: 52.7%

Distilled in 1998 and drawn from a single x-rum cask for bottling in 2022. Older, yet showing more caney freshness and perhaps more prickle than No.8, this is also fuller, creamier with some oak sweetness entering the finish. Relaxed yet concentrated, it's slow to unfold in the mouth with the funky-fruity- bittersweet attack pushing through late and going long. Candlewax and bitter citrus peel aftertaste. 163 bottles at 52.7% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered. Tasted from a 20ml sample.

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The Lost Distillery Company Jericho Classic Selection Blended Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Kilmarnock, SCOTLAND

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ABV: 43%

There are two tiers in the Lost Distillery Company series. The 'Classic' label expressions are lower proof versions (43% as opposed to 46%). The blends employ a variety of malts in order to recreate the imagined flavour profiles of some of Scotland's long closed distilleries.
Jericho Distillery (1822-1913) was founded by William Smith, a deeply religious farmer and the brother of a preacher from the nearby Parish of Oyne. Production started quickly, and by November 1824 ‘Whisky from Jericho Distillery’ was advertised for sale in Aberdeen. ‘Jericho Distillery Whisky from Jericho Distillery is to be had in Aberdeen only at the shop of Will. Milne, 39 Broad Street.’ Production in the early years was on a modest scale. The extremely small stills and rudimentary equipment was further evidence of the recent and short transition from unlicensed to legal distiller. The small still whisky proved popular and was sold throughout Aberdeenshire. Its reputation and fortunes progressed, and the distillery was in good hands when Smith passed on the distillery to his stepson, assistant and heir John Maitland in 1864.
Like others of its era, the distillery would have utilised a combination of wild yeast and homemade cultures in the early years. Wild yeasts were air-borne and notoriously unpredictable and did not tolerate low ambient temperatures. Homemade cultures from potatoes and sugar were prone to creating off notes and were frequently full of bacteria and other contaminants. Dried yeast offered far greater reliability than wild yeast and allowed the newly modernised Benachie to produce wash of consistent gravity. The quality and flavour of whisky was significantly improved as a result. Peat was readily available in the Aberdeenshire area where Jericho resided; indeed, it was noted as a selling point of the distillery when it was put up for sale in 1883. Derived from decomposed moss, shrub, leaf mush and heather, the peat would have added an earthy, woody note to the whisky. Used extensively by farm distilleries like Jericho in the distillation process, including to fire the stills, peat was still utilised by the modernised Benachie as the sole fuel to dry the barley, leaving an indelible mark on the character of the spirit.
Both Jericho and, in later years, Benachie specialised in small still whisky distillation, a continuation of techniques originating from the unlicensed pre-1823 era. A comparison of still capacity shows the progression made by the distillery – these stills would have produced an extremely heavy and oily spirit. When the still house was redesigned in the early 1880’s, Callander and Graham installed new stills. As the Second World War dawned, a dance was held to celebrate a wedding in the old malt barns of Benachie. An old cask of Benachie was pulled out, probably the last in existence. The wedding guests danced the night away, emptying the cask in the process. It was assumed that they would be the last people to taste the delicious, sherry-matured whisky that made first Jericho then later Benachie so famous. In this bottling, notes of fruit cake, tangerine, herbs and vanilla have been captured to evoke what the original house style was probably like. 43% Alc./Vol. Reported to be non chill filtered, though not stated on the label.
Other reviews... Benachie, formerly known as Jericho, was an Aberdeenshire distillery built southeast of Huntly that existed from 1822–1913. A dark amber dram with a nose of marmalade, ground almond, cherry lips, and vanilla essence. Attractive, but not overly aromatic. Cooked plums after a peppery rush begin an attenuated flavor journey, exiting with a spicy finale. 84 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick 2017

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The Macallan Classic Cut 2021 Edition Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - NO GIFT BOX

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

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ABV: 51%

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product not pictured.

“...Ask any distillery manager his second favourite dram and as often as not the Macallan is it.” So wrote Jim Murray. It's a truism that resonates with a small group of 'Macallan chasers' who simply will not settle for less. All the better when the whisky in question is natural strength.
The 'Classic Cut' series is designed to offer a different flavour experience year on year. In 2021, for the second time in the series, Macallan's 'Whisky Mastery Team' had the freedom the explore the distillery's vast inventories. Ex-bourbon American oak casks take the lead, adding a sweet lightness, supported by sherry seasoned American oak casks which contribute further depth and complexity. Bottled at high strength, it guarantees a unique Macallan experience. Collector's note: The 2021 allocations are well down on previous years. Consequently, this is strictly limited to one bottle per customer. 51% Alc./Vol.
Notes from Macallan... Aromas of orange zest and oil, fresh vanilla and ginger with notes of fruit jellies and marzipan. The palate is fresh oak, gingerbread, vanilla custard and cinnamon. The finish is medium sweet with spiced fruit.

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Two Accents Shiraz Gin (700ml)

McLaren Vale, South Australia, AUSTRALIA

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ABV: 41%

Sloe Gins have followed the resurgence of their London Dry relatives with new releases appearing from around the globe; including Australia. If you're new to this quintessentially British recipe, you'll soon realise the two are related by suffix alone, with the majority of brands available producing a sometimes overly sweet, liqueur-like style. There are a few exceptions, and Two Accents is one, inspired by the Barossa’s big, bold rockstar reds - in this case, Cimicky Wines’ ultra-premium Shiraz. The nose captures the grape's brambly red fruit character, countered by drier, woody juniper notes and hints of apple (orchard fruits are also in the mix). Light and breezy, the palate is reminiscent of Rosso Vermouth, only with more punch, as background citrus adds zest to notes of dried cranberry and plum before a subtle ruby port character enters. Add water and the palate actually feels more expansive. All up, it's a fresh, pure, easy-going Summer style that tastes more like gin than a liqueur - which is how Sloe should be. Enjoy over ice or try it in a Sloe Gin Fizz. 41% Alc./Vol.
Silver Medal - 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.

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Two Accents Limited Release Barrel Aged Shiraz Gin (700ml)

McLaren Vale, South Australia, AUSTRALIA

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ABV: 41%

Gold Medal - 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition.
If you're going to start a small-batch distillery in McLaren Vale, there's one type of tipple that's a no-brainer: Shiraz gin. Which is why Two Accents took advantage of the region's grapes. Both the regular shiraz gin and this limited edition barrel-aged variety use fruit from local vines as evidenced by their crimson hue. This bottling has been batch-distilled and crafted using local botanicals and world-renowned Barossa Shiraz. To finish it off, the liquid was placed in five-year-old x-Shiraz American oak barrels for a minimum of three months, creating a smooth vanilla and berry infused style. On the nose, it's not dramatically different to the standard Two Accents Shiraz Gin, although it does feel a little richer with subtle charred oak aromas adding further complexity. Likewise on the palate which is more full bodied and reveals more winey sweetness, but nothing is overdone, and the gin base is allowed a good showing to keep things fresh. Citrus, potpourri, white pepper and woody juniper carry a medium long finish. The flavours hold up well with minimal water, giving the gin a light tawny port / vermouth character. Over ice, or perhaps garnished with red berries, this drier-styled Sloe expression will work as a refreshing aperitif. 41% Alc./Vol.

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Uncle Val's Restorative Gin (700ml)

UNITED STATES

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ABV: 45%

Other reviews... Does this bottle look familiar? Does the name sound familiar, too? Ah, you’re probably thinking about Uncle Val’s Botanical Gin, which we reviewed upon release in 2012. Uncle Val’s Restorative Gin offers a somewhat different formulation. In lieu of juniper, cucumber, lemon, sage, and lavender — the key ingredients in Botanical — Restorative offers juniper, coriander, cucumber, and rose petals. If that sounds a lot like Hendrick’s, that’s because it is a lot like Hendrick’s. And once again, my tasting notes run to some unexpected places that are not wholly in keeping with the botanical bill. The nose presents juniper and lemony citrus (surprising, as there’s no citrus in the gin), a brisk and powerful introduction that should keep fans of more traditional, juniper-forward gins happy. The body folds in the florals — lots of rose petal character (considerably more than Hendrick’s) that fortunately manages to stay on this side of the perfume counter. The coriander adds an earthy element that is present mainly on the finish. Cucumbers are the only element that don’t really make a major showing. Intended to be “cooling,” the gin does have a gentler (and sweeter) let-down on the back end than you might expect, which takes things out on a refreshing and, well, restorative finish. I like this gin a bit better than the Uncle Val’s Botanical bottling, although with only four botanicals to rely on, Restorative has to work harder for your love. For the most part, it succeeds in earning it. Hendrick’s fans should definitely give this a shot to compare and contrast. - drinkhacker.com
...Bridging sweet and savory, this gin has a citrusy fragrance, which also shows up on the palate. Starting out with mild pineapple-like sweetness and traditional juniper, this gin segues into a spicy, mouthwatering finish with white and black pepper, coriander and ginger spice. 93 points - wineenthusiast.com
...More than just a Hendrick’s wannabe, Uncle Val’s Restorative Gin nicely combines a simple botanical bill into something vastly more complex. Classic gin fans will appreciate the juniper forwardness on the palate, while fans of contemporary style gins will love the beautiful way rose and cucumber blossom into notes of berry, lime, and peach. Overall, Restorative Gin is a fun gin that is worth seeking out. Recommended. - theginisgin

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Uncle Val's Peppered Gin (700ml)

UNITED STATES

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ABV: 45%

If you're wanting to depart from the gin mainstream, this leaves traditional botanicals to one side in place of black pepper, red bell pepper, and pimento.
Tasting note: Opens with suggestions of liquorice root and peppered cucumber. Second pass ups the pepper but introduces light citrus peel and juniper to the mix. Creamy entry follows through with black pepper, cucumber and a smoked meat-like finish that's more reminiscent of mezcal than gin. Concludes citrus like with lingering white pepper and smoke. Odd but fun. Would make a novel contribution to Bloody Marys. 45% Alc./Vol.

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Upshot Australian Whiskey (700ml)

Perth, Western Australia, AUSTRALIA

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ABV: 43%

Remember the 'Crazy Uncle' moonshines from several years back?
They were prototype 'bourbons' made by brothers-in-law, Alasdair Malloch and James McKeown at the East Perth based Whipper Snapper distillery. Now their first extended barrel age whisky has arrived - hand crafted from 100% West Australian grains (corn, wheat and malted barley) and aged for at least two years in heavily charred Southern American White Oak barrels. Very limited stocks.
Tasting note: Deep pale gold. Varnishy whiffs dissipate to reveal scents of fresh sawn American oak, light caramel fudge and cinnamon. Wood-derived flavours are most salient: vanilla and honey are followed by delicate dried coconut, closing with crisp oak and subtle hints of bubblegum late in the fade. A baby bourbon with significant oak input. 43% Alc./Vol.

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Caffo Vecchio Amaro del Capo Riserva Digestif Liqueur (700ml)

Calabria, ITALY

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ABV: 37.5%

'Riserva' is made with the same ingredients as the original Amaro del Capo, but uses a high quality Italian brandy as a base. It's also aged in oak for six months before being bottled. Expect fragrant aromas and flavours of bitter & sweet orange, herbs, spices, licorice & juniper. Try it at room temperature. 37.5% Alc./Vol.

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Waterford Lacken Edition 1.1 Single Malt Irish Whisky (700ml)

IRELAND

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ABV: 50%

Lacken 1.1 edition is a French exclusive, designed by Waterford's Mark Reynier. The whisky was distilled from barley grown in County Wexford by Francis Kehoe at his Lacken farm located two miles east of New Ross and the River Barrow on the Wexford-Kilkenny border. Thanks to its favourable environment, the barley is of very high quality - it benefits, in fact, from a sandy, well-drained and sloping territory. Master Distiller, Ned Grahan has created a beautiful blend that included x Bourbon, new American oak, French oak, Port and Marsala matured components in the mix. Expect a malt of great complexity with fruity notes and a deliciously textural mouth feel. 50% Alc./Vol.

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Waterford Gaia Edition 1.1 Single Malt Irish Whisky (700ml)

IRELAND

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ABV: 50%

This is Ireland’s first organically certified whisky made using organic, biodynamic and heritage low yield barley that goes back in time before the modern agrochemical industry. Distilled in 2016, grain was sourced from John Mallick, Paddy Tobin, Alan Jackson, Pat and Dennis Booth, Jason Stanley and Trevor Harris. Maturation took place in 42% first-fill American oak, 17% virgin American oak, 23% premium French oak and 18% Vin Doux Naturel wine casks. Bottled non chill filtered at 50% ABV as part of Waterford's 'Arcadian Series'. Collectors should note this is a first edition, so likely to go fast.

Other reviews... Satsuma peel, aromatic florals, and a low level of aromatic spices, then fruit syrups and a hint of olive oil on the nose: It’s clean and bright, with plenty of sweetness. The citrus, toffee, and salted-caramel sweetness of the palate are disrupted by a shockwave of pepper, leaving tangy peels, hints of nuts, and sour gooseberry in its wake before a finish of citrus and sweet barley.
89 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick (Winter 2020)

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Waterford Lakefield Edition 1.1 Single Malt Irish Whisky (700ml)

IRELAND

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ABV: 50%

Another first edition in Waterford's Single Farm Origin series: In the lee of Bishopswood, once witness to the macabre spectacle of a bishop's hanging, Lakefield Farm, east of Durrow, Co. Laois, stands on undulated lowlands farmed by Seamus Duggan. This is a three year old whisky.

Notes from the producers... Appearance: Light gold with oils that grip & legs that slowly meander down the glass. Nose: Warm custard, bread baking, red apple, milk chocolate, dried flowers, butter cream, pine needles. It reminds me of waiting to eat a rhubarb & apple tart fresh from the oven with custard & cream to hand. Taste: A gentle clove to start that leads into proving bread & malted biscuits, in the middle a pepperiness that travels back my tongue then honeydew melon & pears. 50% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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Waterford Ballymorgan Edition 1.2 Single Malt Irish Whisky (700ml)

IRELAND

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ABV: 50%

Ballymorgan 1.2 is made from overture barley grown by Robert Milne on one of Ireland’s premier malting barley terroirs, the famous Clonroche Series in Co. Wexford, with its loamy, clay soils derived from slate and granite.

Other reviews... Nose: a generous bed of sweet grains, with some fruity notes on top (lemons and oranges, gooseberry, maybe a hint of mango) as well as a nice chalky side. I like the vibrant sweet and sour mix. Mouth: plenty of orchard fruit, with some very light tropical touches. Apples, oranges, a whiff of pink grapefruit. Then more towards malty notes, grain biscuits, pepper and nutmeg. Pink grapefruit becomes yellow grapefruit (peel) towards the end. Finish: quite long, minty and grainy, with some wood resin coming to the fore. 84 points - whiskynotes.be

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Whistle Pig PiggyBack 6 Year Old Bourbon & Whistle Pig PiggyBack 6 Year Old 100% Rye Whiskey (2x700ml) + Bonus Whistle Pig Signature Maple Cocktail Syrup

Kentucky, UNITED STATES

$199. 00
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Buy Whistlepig Piggyback 6YO Bourbon together with the 6YO Rye for $199, save $20, plus get a free signature maple syrup valued at $25. That's $45 worth of savings!
When WhistlePig Whiskey and Runamok Maple collaborate to make maple syrup, you know it's going to be the perfect cocktail addition, creating a balance of sweet, spice and strength. This time, they've added orange essence to the mix to replace the need for bitters in signature maple cocktails, like a Maple Old Fashioned or Maple Bourbon Sour. Just stir it into your favourite cocktail and you're done! Don't forget to refrigerate after opening.
Here's a simple recipe to get you started: MAPLE OLD FASHIONED:
- 60mL WhistlePig PiggyBack Rye
- 7mL WhistlePig Signature Maple Syrup
- 3 dashes bitters (optional)
- Fresh orange peel for garnish (or get creative!)
Notes on PiggyBack 6 Year Old 100% Rye: There have been a few iterations of the Piggy Back Rye, some finished in different barrels, others bottled at a higher ABV. This 'general release' for Australia aims to capture the classic, spicy side of the grain. It started in the summer of 2018, when late distiller, Dave Pickerell and Master Blender, Pete Lynch, returned to WhistlePig’s warehouses to realise their dream of creating the ideal rye whiskey for sipping and cocktails. It was launched in select US markets in 2019 as a permanent addition to the WhistlePig core range and was the final product Dave Pickerell created for the company before his passing. It’s a 100% rye aged six years. The original was bottled at a purposeful 96.56 proof, in tribute of Dave Pickerell’s birth year – 1956. This edition lands at 45%. At that slightly lower proof it remains a charismatic whiskey that delivers the goods. The fusion of ripe peach and grain aromas also includes crusty rye as well as hints of ginger bread, vanilla and mint. Medium to full bodied, it's beautifully rounded in the mouth (borderline buttery) with a high ease of drinkability that lands on the sweeter side - think cardamon, cocoa, cafe cremes and fresh-baked rye with hints of anise lifting the finish. The expected rye spices don't fully develop, but this remains substantial enough to enjoy straight and will contribute texture to Manhattans, Old Fashioneds, Vieux Carrés and more. Keen eyed followers of the brand will note the pig that graces the front label is not wearing the standard WhistlePig top hat, but rather a Stetson hat in honour of Dave Pickerell’s favourite head-ware. The bottle is also a slight departure from the standard Whistle Pig shape, making it more manoeuvrable for bartenders. 45% Alc./Vol.
Notes on PiggyBack 6 Year Old Bourbon: Following on from the very successful PiggyBack Rye release is this 6 year old Bourbon. A high corn mash bill with a dash of rye plus six years in char #3 barrels has resulted in a sweeter profile. Combined with a high ABV, it shines in citrus and sour drinks but boasts enough character to enjoy on its own.
Other reviews... Buttered bread, brown sugar, pecan pie, lemon juice, nutmeg, marzipan, and fresh pound cake highlight a warm and inviting nose. There’s a pleasant nuttiness on the palate, along with root beer spices, cocoa powder, cherry pie, and cinnamon hot chocolate all delivered on a creamy texture. Vanilla bean, baking spice, dried herbs, and cherry syrup punctuate the lengthy finish. Sweet dessert flavors paired with earthy and warming spices make this a winner. 90 points - whiskyadvocate.com
Double Gold - New York Wine & Spirits Competition 2023
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Whistle Pig The Boss Hog Siren's Song Single Barrel Cask Strength Rye Whiskey (750ml) - Ninth Edition

UNITED STATES

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ABV: 52.2%

Launched in 2022, the ninth edition in The Boss Hog series was an all-lady effort crafted by Head Blender, Meghan Ireland and Head of Whisky Development, Liz Rhoades. Inspired by the Nine Muses of Greek mythology, each component was first aged in American oak and then finished in two types of seasoned casks - Greek fig nectar and farm-scratch Tentura, a Greek liqueur. Notably, both finishes were made by the Vermont distillery team using Greek and local ingredients. The nine Greek sirens and their respective arts adorn the bespoke pewter toppers, which vary from bottle to bottle. 52.2% Alc./Vol. Collectable.
Other reviews... "The nose is more brandy-like than whiskey-like with peaches, pears, and grapes and almost a mulled wine like aroma. The rye notes is there along with a smoky charred barrel aroma, but you've got to really get your nose in there. There's also a top note of honey which sits atop it all. Mind you, these are all pleasing aromas; just not ones you're used to finding in a whiskey. Moving on to the taste, this is where the rye kicks into gear. The darker grain notes are there along with some classic cherry and cola notes. The whiskey is on the dry, tannic side but the cask finishes have added some much needed sweetness making it overall just a little sweet. As you go back to grab another sniff and the mulled wine and honeyed fruit comes back again. Not entirely sure the flavors have quite meshed as it's a bit of back-and-forth on the flavors, but it's a not a bad way to spend the evening." 87 points - drinkhacker.com

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Yellowstone Select Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (700ml)

Kentucky, UNITED STATES

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ABV: 46.5%

J.B. Dant (son of J.W.) teamed up with D.H. Taylor and J.T. Williams to found the Yellowstone Distillery and bottle Yellowstone Bourbon sometime in the 1880s. Glenmore bought the distillery in 1944. It became one of the biggest selling Bourbons in Kentucky during the 1960s. Diageo (formerly UDV) bought Glenmore in the early 1990s and promptly shut it down and sold off the Ezra Brooks and Yellowstone brands. In 1993, it was again sold on to Heaven Hill and later, to David Sherman. In 2006, the David Sherman Company rebranded itself as 'Luxco'. In 2010, Paul and Steve Beam (descendants of both J.W. Dant and the Beam family) founded Limestone Branch Distillery, and in 2015, they partnered with Luxco to bring the Yellowstone brand back to its ancestral origins.
Nature lovers will recognise Yellowstone's namesake - the world's first national park - a curious title given its location some considerable distance west of Kentucky. The label depicts one of the park's famous geysers, 'Old Faithful'.
'Select' is reportedly a blend of 4-7 year old whiskeys, weighing in at a higher proof than the entry level Yellowstone. 46.5% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Classically bright and teaming with Demerara but balanced superbly by a sharper kumquat tannin note.... Brilliant corn oils keep the sugars lingering; a good, honest Kentucky bourbon which pulls no punches. Just a little more confident and assertive than the last bottling I found. 92.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2021
....A perfectly fine bourbon that easily blends into the sea of other perfectly fine bourbons available in the marketplace nowadays. Plain and simple, some bourbons are just average. They deliver a decent enough sip that won’t blow you away, but won’t also make you want to pour it down the drain either. And you know what, there’s nothing wrong with that. Not everything produced is going to be an all star pour, and Yellowstone Select happens to fall into this category. What Yellowstone Select offers is a nicely balanced sip, delivering just enough flavors to be enjoyable, but not so much to make you want to go back for a second glass right away. Instead, the bourbon is great for those who enjoy a balanced pour at an easy-to-handle 93 proof. Found at MSRP, the bottle is on the high side, but for the right price, Yellowstone Select is a fine enough pour for those looking to switch things up from their regular go-tos. - breakingbourbon.com
A wee feelin' of unnecessary Americana here, but that's probably just the packaging alright. Colour: light gold. Nose: acacia honey and soft mead, thick ale, dandelions, nougat, muscovado sugar (or galabé, do you know galabé?)… Really very nice and rather not oak-driven this time. Banana cake. Mouth: oh, I like this! Sweet nuts and natural vanilla, then chestnut cake, chestnut liqueur (they make that in Ardèche but last time I heard about it, nobody was drinking it), and honey cake, turon, pistachio-driven white nougat (a sin, really), then some very welcome doughs, breads, pastries, and fermentary experiments. Finish: medium, on honeyed doughs. Comments: I like this one rather a lot. So you say they make this quasi-beauty in Yellowstone National Park alright?
85 points - whiskyfun.com

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Highland Park 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) with Free Glenfarclas Heritage Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

SCOTLAND

$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

Buy Highland Park 18 Year Old and get a Glenfarclas Heritage FREE! *while bonus stocks last.
Notes for Highland Park 18yo: Perhaps more than standing stones, Neolithic settlements, a Viking Cathedral and Norse sagas, Orkney is famous for two distillieries: Scapa and Highland Park. The latter at 18 years of age has earned a place in the Scotch Whisky pantheon as one of the 'classics'. In short, a whisky every one should experience. Or, in the words of spirits writer, F.Paul Pacault, "It fits my profile of what makes a perfect whisky. Which is to say it’s totally in harmony. There are no rough edges and everything is melded together brilliantly". Slow-burning, aromatic peat from Hobbister Moor and Sherry seasoned European oak casks result in a style that was once evocatively described as "...An empty honey jar which once held peaty embers." We received a sample in late 2017. The whisky offers a sophisticated sniff evoking nuances of dried fruits (fig, dates), honey, gristy malt and delicate brush strokes of sweet smoke is followed by hints of waxy apple, orange spice cake, choc ripple cookie and cinnamon. After 5-10 minutes the nose drops off leaving dark chocolate and trace sulphur. Honeyed barley and sherry notes beautifully harmonise with earthy peat; the sweetness balanced by orange zest and a touch of salt...rebounds in the aftertaste. Almost full circle round the flavour wheel, and for that reason, one of the most quintessential of all Scotch single malts. Some tasters found the Sherry input slightly less than years gone by, but otherwise, about as good as it's been since the inaugural 1997. 43% Alc./Vol. 95 points
Other reviews... Gentle peat, soft toffee, floral notes, and honey on the beautifully fragrant nose. Superbly balanced on the velvety palate, with brittle toffee, stewed fruits, peat, honey, and a hint of coffee. Smoke and more toffee mingle in the long, elegant finish. 94 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Gavin Smith (Spring 2012)
… Nose: An empty honey jar which once held peaty embers. An enormous nose which seems to improve with each bottle I sample, though the characterstic salted butter is always present. Fabulous. Palate: Beautifully sweet: even sweeter than the 12 year old with peat on the back of the palate. Beautifully chewy, oily and substantial. Finish: Still peaty and now a little oaky. Cocoa and toffee cream compexity. Comment: This has to be my favourite Highland Park of them all, and each new bottle I taste (this was my sixth sample) seems to underline the overall class and consistency of this distillery. Brilliant.. 95.5 points - Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible.
Notes for Glenfarclas Heritage: You're likely to find this no-age-statement expression on mainland Europe rather than the UK - let alone Australia. Its old-gold colour suggests more bourbon than sherry input, but we'd heard it talked up as one of the distillery's better values and were intrigued enough to ship a small quantity. There are two things we like about this whisky: The first is the price. The second is even at an entry-level ABV you get a surprisingly full-bodied dram - considerably richer and rounder than Glenfarclas's official release 10 year old, which leads us to think some older material is in the mix. One quibble is a sulphury note that comes across like pickled ginger, or perhaps, a vague nuttiness. However you describe it, it detracts from the sweetness and dulls the finish. Add water or a few drops of peated whisky to subdue it, but if that character doesn't bother you, then this simple, tasty, honest malt lives up to its reputation as a hidden value in the Glenfarclas stable. 40% Alc./Vol. 88 points

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Arctic Blue Gin Mini (24 x 50ml)

FINLAND

$79. 99
Bottle
$959.88 Dozen

ABV: 46.2%

1.2 litres of gin for the same price as a litre!
Launched in 2017 and created by Master Distiller, Arko Ryynänen and Michelin starred chef, Jaakko Sorsa, the Arctic Blue Gin range is distilled at Nordic Premium Beverages Distillery located in the small village of Ilomantsi in Eastern Finland. The company behind the operation is also the country's oldest winery. Produced using botanicals from the freezing northern regions of Finland, Arctic Blue has been described as "like walking through a wild bilberry forest on a misty morning." Boasting powerful aromas of juniper, liquorice root, grapefruit and tart red berries, it's a medium to full-bodied, vibrant, warming gin with piney juniper, coriander seed, citrus zest and a burst of white pepper adding length and depth to the palate. Wild berries from the forests of North-Karelia are key botanicals, and the berry notes are amplified with minimal water (or tonic), which also turns the gin cloudy white. Non-chill filtered. 46.2% Alc./Vol. Batch #33 tasted from a 30ml sample.
Other reviews... Awarded double-gold medal in 2018 at the World Spirits Awards. Best gin and Spirit of the Year 2018.
...Arctic Blue Gin delivers an abundance of Nordic character with fragrant pine notes, subtly fruity bilberry and delicate florals. These three pillars of the flavour profile are beautifully supported with undertones of cardamom, coriander seeds and anise, and the mouthfeel is smooth, full and crisp. With Tonic Water, the piney juniper notes are elevated further alongside floral rose, while the bilberry character brings a very gentle sweetness that lingers enjoyably. It is a skilfully constructed and characterful gin that certainly transports your mind to the pine forests of Finland. - Paul Jackson, theginguide.com

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Ardbeg Uigeadail Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - DAMAGED GIFT BOX

Islay, SCOTLAND

Reduced from $175.00
$165. 00
Bottle
$1980.00 Dozen

ABV: 54.2%

“The elemental opposite of the sophisticated
Lord of the Isles.”
Perched on a wave washed, rocky headland, the Ardbeg distillery was founded in 1815 by the MacDougalls of Ardbeg. The distilleries scattered white washed buildings are reminiscent of a Dutch settlement and add to the dramatic coastal landscape. Ardbeg has had a chequered history and in recent times had been closed down for many years. Glenmorangie acquired Ardbeg in 1997 and has set about restoring the distillery to its former glory.
First launched in 2003, “Uigeadail” (the loch from which all Ardbeg water flows) this cask strength, heavily peated Ardbeg is produced from a mix of bourbon casks and older sherry casks. The combination gives this whisky a velvety texture, with a sweet and smokey finish.
Tasting notes: Bright gold appearance. Big, sweet sherry influenced nose offers dried apricot and marmalade scents over menthol and sweet cedar smoke. Some ripe green apple notes emerge with time in the glass. The palate is off dry with a rich, dark chocolate entry becoming heavier and fudge-like with orange chocolate, sweet cereal and the peat continually reinventing itself - at once dry and sooty, then tarry and finally kippery on the finish. Excellent balance at cask strength. Boiled lolly and spice aftertaste with a subtle spearmint fade. Latest batch tasted October 2010.
Other reviews... Nose: Intensely smoky. Dry, clean, tangy smoke. Like standing downwind of the barbecue while steaks are char-grilled on the beach. Palate: Firm, very smooth, then explodes on the tongue. Finish: Hot. Alcoholic. A shock to the system. Comment: The elemental opposite of the sophisticated Lord of the Isles. 54.2% Alc./Vol. RATING: 9.25 - Michael Jackson, www.whiskmag.com
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Bisleri Ferro China Aperitif Liqueur (700ml)

ITALY

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$46. 99
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$563.88 Dozen

ABV: 21%

Closure: Stelvin

Discontinued in 2015. Now available again with a new presentation in 2021.
Originally a family of industrialists, the Bisleris have produced this very famous Italian tonic since 1881. It is essentially an aperitif in a herb flavoured, fortified wine base. Its producers recommend its as a blood tonic. Each 30 ml shot contains 5 mg of Iron [from Ammonium Iron (lll) Citrate] and when taken at any time of day, but preferably before a meal, is claimed to maintain normal blood. Ferro China also makes a pleasant drink mixed with mineral water.

One member of the Bisleri family, Franco Bordoni-Bisleri (born 1913), was a famous Italian flying ace. The badge on the Ferro-China bottles was a lion so this was the image painted on most of his aircraft alongside the word “Robur” meaning “strength” in Latin. No doubt his fame helped to popularise the brand. 21% Alc./Vol.

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Signatory Vintage The Un-Chillfiltered Collection Edradour Red Label French Exclusive 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - DAMAGED GIFT BOX

Highlands, SCOTLAND

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$145. 00
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ABV: 46%

Drier-styled Oloroso malt with maturity beyond its years. One cask for France only.
Probably decanted from a single cask in 2020, like its sister bottling 'Ballechin', we can't say if we'll be able to source this particular expression again. The stunning old-oak-to-treacle colour promises a genuine sherry kick. As with the distillery's equivalents, you will need to allow breathing time to penetrate through the balsamic and leather opening notes. Once at the heart of the bouquet, there's a generous dose of dark chocolate, walnut, candied orange and pickled ginger-like aromas that follow in a full-bodied delivery of dates, prunes, dark chocolate, leather, bitter peel and old liquorice strap. Mild sulphur adds rusticity without diminishing from the experience. A single ice cube or a few drops of water resolve any prickles and accent the sweeter dried fruit notes. Too much and the profile falls flat. Tasted uncut, the flavours are well-defined, mature for its age and in a style that could be mistaken for quality XO Armagnac - that makes sense given the French connection and their huge appetite for sherried Aberlours. Both offer similar pleasures. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered. Bottled for the French retailer, La Maison du Whisky. Cask number not stated.

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2010 Velier National Rums Of Jamaica Long Pond Cambridge STCE Jamaica Cask Strength Pure Single Rum (700ml)

JAMAICA

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Bottle
$3300.00 Dozen

ABV: 57%

"Astounding...a brown bomber that showcases the island, the distillery, the marque and the ester-laden profile." - lonecaner.com
A reproduction marque based on Cambridge Distillery, originally located in Trelawny Parish but closed in 1947 - hence this 'replica' was actually distilled at Long Pond in 2010. It's part of a quartet under Velier's National Rums of Jamaica series first issued in 2018. The intention is to capture Jamaica's key styles via four different expressions. It's not known if Velier obtained an antique bottle of Cambridge and attempted to reproduce the flavour profile, or if this is more about matching historical ester counts (the chemical compounds that smell and taste of fruit and flowers). Either way, this expression falls under the Jamaican classification of "Continental Flavored style" equating to rums with 700/1600 gr / hlpa of esters (the other three classifications are 'Common Clean 50-150 gr/hlpa', 'Plummer 150-200 gr/hlpa' and 'Wedderburn 200-300 gr/hlpa' - all probably derived from an earlier British classification). The counts refer to the esters after distillation (i.e.- before maturation), so they would differ after years of tropical ageing. It should also be noted that exceptionally high ester rums are generally not marketable (nor palatable), instead they're reserved as blending agents. Thus, in the grander scheme of things, Cambridge is a mid-level ester style, but most Jamaican rums are much, much lower. Further confusing matters, Velier's label carries a secondary marque: 'STCE' standing for 'Simon Thomsom Cambridge Estate' which is a reference to Long Pond's in-house measuring system, the title incorporating the name of one of Cambridge's historical owners. Whether this implies that Cambridge's stills had been brought over to Long Pond, or that the Cambridge style was being copied with Long Pond's existing stills is not clear.
We received a 50ml sample. Overall the nose has a dry, unadulterated feel, the opening aromas of balsamic, nail varnish and shellac giving way to a core of poached fruits, vanilla, crushed papaya seeds, roasted almonds, muted raw sugar and coffee cake. The palate unfolds in stages: Entry accents 'industrial' notes evoking gunshot, acetone and pickled ginger; The mid-palate attack turns intensely estery, bittersweet and pleasingly astringent then breaks loose with a rush of ripe tropical fruits leaving banana bread, fruit cake, light treacle and plenty of residual funk. The length is just what you'd expect. Mouthfilling, idiosyncratic, intoxicating and 'out there', it's a clinic on extreme Jamaican styles; Some may find the industrial notes too quirky, or too much - or both, but if purity and provenance are important to you, there are few like this. Fifteen barrels equate to 4900 bottles globally. 100% tropically aged. 57% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... What makes the rum so astounding – and it is, you know, for all its off-the-wall wild madness – is the way it keeps developing. In many rums what you get to smell is pretty much, with some minor variation, what you get to taste. Not here. Not even close. Oh the palate is forceful, it’s sharp, it’s as chiselled as a bodybuilder’s abs, and initially it began like the nose did, with glue, ammonia and sweet-clear acetone-perfume bolted on to a hot and full bodied rum. But over time it became softer, slightly creamy, a bit yeasty, minty, and also oddly light, even sweet. Then came the parade of vanilla, peaches, ginger, cardamom, olives, brine, pimentos, salty caramel ice cream, freshly baked sourdough bread and a very sharp cheddar, and still it wasn’t done – it closed off in a long, dry finish laden with attar of roses, a cornucopia of sharp and unripe fleshy fruits (apricots, peaches, apples), rotting bananas, acetones, nail polish and lots and lots of flowers...Luca Gargano, if you strain your credulity to the limit, can conceivably make a boring rum…but he’s too skilled to make a bad one, and I think what he was gunning for here was a brown bomber that showcased the island, the distillery, the marque and the ester-laden profile. He certainly succeeded at all of these things…though whether the rum is an unqualified success for the lay-drinker is a much harder question to answer. You see, there’s a reason such high ester superrums don’t get made very often. They simply overload the tasting circuits, and sometimes such a plethora of intense good things is simply too much. I’m not saying that’s the case here because the balance and overall profile is quite good – just that the rum, for all its brilliantly choreographed taste gyrations, is not entirely to my taste, the ammonia-laden nose is overboard, and I think it’s likely to be a polarizing product – good for Jamaica-lovers, great for the geeks, not so much for Joe Harilall down the road. I asked for new and spectacular and I got both. But a wonderful, amazing, must-have rum? The next Skeldon or 1970s PM, or 1980s Caroni? Not entirely. - the lonecaner.com
...The rum has a lot of esters for the nose and should be allowed to breathe for 15-30 minutes. I find typical ester notes like fermented tropical fruit, solvent and varnish. In addition, nice roasted aromas, vanilla, nuts and burnt sugar. A nice thick funky nose that is powerfully intense. On the palate, the rum appears light and fresh at first. Almost flowery. But then it quickly becomes more powerful and full-bodied. Overripe fruit, esters, a nice nutty spiciness with roasted aromas and a good portion of wood. It's all creamy and dry. The finish then becomes woodier with leather and bitterness, solvents and a slight astringency. What can I say. A great rum that has everything I expect from a high ester Jamaican. The tropical maturation is on point and the barrel influence is super successful. The rum doesn't quite have the complexity and depth of the TECA from 2007. Still, it's hits my taste and it's really fun. - rumratings.com
... A vatting of fifteen (15) bourbon barrels. That's almost as many as in a batch of Johnnie Walker Blue, no? Now, as for this little rum and as I understand it, the name Cambridge refers to an old distillery whose make they're replicating at Long Pond, the marque STCE meaning 'Simon Thomsom Cambridge Estate'. Good, and the name 'continental flavoured' refers to one of the four styles they're making altogether, namely a rather high-ester one (500 to 700 gr/hlpa). Good, hope I've got everything more or less right, let us proceed… Colour: full gold. Nose: varnishes, acetone, polishes and carbon dust (a Porsche after the Nürburgring, as they say). Gosh they'll cancel us too one day. Then the expected rotting (well, rotten) bananas, artichokes, black olives, and Scotch tape. With water: more of all that, with perhaps a different balance. More Scotch tape. Mouth (neat): massive loads of rotting tropical fruits, with a feeling of ammonia, and certainly more varnish, plus coal tar and just diesel oil (right, a feeling of diesel oil, or rather something reminiscent of diesel oil). With water: sorrel juice (yep) and guava juice taking over. Very unusual – well I'm not familiar with these makes anyway. Acidic and rather sour. Finish: long, with more tart fruits of all kinds. Sour, gherkiny aftertaste. More liquorice in the aftertaste. Comments: extreme. Quaffing dressers often comes with a challenge, this is an excellent (and actually excellent) example. 88 points - whiskyfun.com

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