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Kilchoman Loch Gorm 2023 Edition Sherry Cask Matured Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$189. 99
Bottle
$2279.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Loch Gorm is the name given to Kilhcoman's annual sherry matured limited edition. Named after Islay’s largest freshwater lake neighbouring the distillery, the dark murky colour of the loch’s water is reflected in the whisky's rich coppery tones derived from a full-term maturation in oloroso casks. The 2023 edition is composed of 23 barrels from three separate years, the youngest of which was distilled in 2015. Expect a heady mix of sea breeze, roasted dark fruits, nuts and light ashy peat smoke. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Other reviews... muscular, deep and unpredictable in its development, it certainly has a unique fingerprint. 95 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024

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Kilchoman Small Batch 2023 Edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$159. 99
Bottle
$1919.88 Dozen

ABV: 48.7%

A Kilchoman matured in specially selected shaved, toasted & re-charred (STR) red wine casks, bottled non-chill filtered at high strength. The combination of 75% Bourbon, 20% red wine and 5% sherry casks results in a classic Kilchoman profile of citrus and peat smoke with layers of red fruits, cinnamon sweetness, and fresh vanilla. Founder, Anthony Wills adds, "...Rather than dominating, Loch Gorm’s oloroso maturation works in harmony with the natural character of Kilchoman. The 2023 release has a fantastic spectrum of flavour, from rich spices and macerated peaches to fresh citrus, ginger, orange zest and waves of salty peat smoke." 2520 bottles are available at 48.7% Alc./Vol. Non-chill filtered.

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Kilchoman Fino Sherry Cask Matured 2023 Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$189. 99
Bottle
$2279.88 Dozen

ABV: 50%

Not the first time Fino sherry casks have been matched with a peaty malt, but intuitively, the pairing should be complementary. Kilchoman founder, Anthony Wills obviously thought so, sourcing twenty fino butts from Bodega Jose y Miguel Martin in Jerez and ageing his whisky for over five years before bottling in 2023. If you didn't already know, Fino is a light, dry fresh and slightly salty style of sherry. Think of yeasty, saline notes with hints of Mediterranean herbs, fresh dough and almonds. It's hard to say if the Fino has had a positive impact on what is a profoundly maritime style-malt. It may have cancelled out some the distillery's latent fruitiness and heightened the salt'n'pepper tang. Overall the result is a slightly sedated but typically tasty and engaging Kilchoman, perhaps with more creaminess to the delivery than is usual. Wills adds, "The 2023 release elevates the fragrant green apple, stewed fruits, and sweet citrus while allowing for the unmistakable Kilchoman peat smoke to linger on the palate... another example of sherry casks working together, not against, our Kilchoman spirit." 50% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Other reviews... An easy dram to sit back and just enjoy - a real bugger to try and analyse and get to the bottom of. 94 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024

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Kilchoman Casado 2022 Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$159. 99
Bottle
$1919.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

'Casado' meaning marriage in Portuguese is another in a growing line of limited-editions and quasi-experimental bottlings from Kilchoman. Matured in fresh bourbon barrels for six years before 38 casks were selected and married together for an additional two years in two 6,000 litre Portuguese red wine vats. Expect lots of winey fruits and peppery-Islay smoke in this one. Just under 13,000 bottles are on offer. 46% alc./vol. Non chill-filtered.
Notes from the producers... Aromas of intense campfire smoke, ripe plums, cherries, peaches, marzipan and sea spray fill the nose, complemented by notes of black pepper, salty peat smoke, apricot, lemon, stewed plums, apricot jam and rich smoke throughout the palate and lingering in the finish.

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Kilchoman 100% Islay 12th Edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$159. 99
Bottle
$1919.88 Dozen

ABV: 50%

The 100% Islay 12th edition was distilled from the 2011, 2012 and 2013 harvests of the Publican barley variety. Maturation took place in 29 bourbon barrels and 6 oloroso sherry butts for a minimum of 8 years. This is a slightly more reserved but nicely integrated Kilchoman offering a medium-bodied, fruity malt - and of course - the inevitable waves of peat smoke; hints of iodine and menthol rub enter, and the peat is sustained through the finish, but it's not as assertive as some earlier releases. Expect a more elegant distillery expression. 50% Alc./Vol. Non-chill filtered.

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Kilchoman Saligo Bay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$139. 99
Bottle
$1679.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

If you're a Kilchoman completionist, you will want this (it might be your only chance without an airplane ticket!) Kilchoman have entered the travel retail market with a five year old whisky matured in ex-Bourbon casks. The name comes from the bay situated a couple of miles west of Kilchoman on the Hebridean isle. The whisky evokes the coastal feel of the small rocky inlet. Expect notes of butterscotch, toffee, citrus and maritime smoke. 46% Alc./Vol. Non-chill filtered.

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Kilchoman Machir Bay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$109. 99
Bottle
$1319.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Awarded Best NAS Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky at the IWSC 2016.
'Machir Bay' is the first general release from Kilchoman and is a vatting of 3, 4 and 5 year old whiskies, matured in fresh bourbon barrels and finished in oloroso sherry butts for eight weeks. Anthony Wills, Managing Director of Kilchoman adds “Machir Bay is one of the most beautiful beaches on Islay, close to the distillery. This expression will give continuity of supply to our customers around the world. Each year we will add more mature malt to the vatting.”
The house style tends towards a sweet, fruity and smoky malt. Here the nose presents powerful scents of lanolin-ike peat, brine and white pepper followed by hints of ripe citrus peel. Several minutes later fruit and nut chocolate comes to the fore. Typically complex, but drier than the nose suggests, the palate shows excellent concentration; Lively spices mingle with citrus peel and dried fruit, lanolin and brine. The finish is fresh, tangy, mildly peppery with a subtle kipper aftertaste. An invigorating malt - possibly showing more peat than previous Kilchomans, too. 46% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... A thudding, thumping dram hitting you like a Dave Mackay tackle. Big peat, perfectly representing a big malt. 94 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2019
... I detect strong and defined notes of dried bay leaf, seaweed, cabbage, starch, and dry stone — it’s a bone dry, herbal, vegetal aroma pointing to a maritime location on Islay; secondary whiffs pick up sandy beach, arid calcareous soil/limestone, hemp/rope, textile fiber, shellfish. Entry is piquant, intensely nutty, slightly prickly, with tastes of dill, brine, pickles, almond paste, sea salt, and it’s so acidic that it cleanses the palate; midpalate highlights the salinity, dill and almond in a wonderful display of melded flavors that lead into the finish, which is medium long, vegetal, ultra-clean, tight, and efficiently delicious. This whisky has no rough edges or wasted traits or twists and turns. A nimble, compact Islay malt that’s economically forward and seaside-splendid. Highly Recommended - spiritjournal.com

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Kilchoman Sanaig Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$129. 99
Bottle
$1559.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

A seamless, mouthwatering whisky that resonates flavour. Voted best NAS malt for 2016 at the IWSC.
Originally exclusive to France, Sanaig was given a wider release in 2016. As you'd expect, it's another peaty Kilchoman, this time matured in both bourbon and Oloroso Sherry casks. We were blown away by a pre-release sample, with just 15ml enough to reveal a superb Islay bouquet, fizzing with vitality; smoked fish, brine, white pepper and later smokey dates, vanilla and latent barley. The malt glides through the mouth with a salty attack that includes citrus zest, lanolin, vanilla and shortbread to finish. A first class addition to the range, delivering a seamless, mouthwatering whisky that simply resonates flavour. 46% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... A distinctly muzzled delivery; the peat clears its throat to make a statement when soft grape intervenes. so little is said until a middle ground is reached and an oily smokiness is announced. 89.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2019
Awarded Best Single Malt Scotch Whisky - Non Age Statement at the IWSC 2016
...Bright dusty amber color; impeccably pure. Wow, this opening aroma offers deep layers of caramelized onion, sautéed mushrooms, fungi, forest floor, oloroso sherry, toast bread, and lead pencil; after a few more minutes of air contact, the bouquet reveals hints of salted caramel, saltwater taffy, textile fiber, and walnut — this is a seriously multilayered maritime bouquet. Entry is, like the bouquet, rich, winey, sherried, toasted, lightly salted, and composed; midpalate reflects the entry findings, throwing in traces of salted fish, campfire smoke that you can taste, charred meat, pork rind, bacon fat. Aftertaste is lush in texture, deeply oily, and is tightly wound, honeyed, and gently sweet and salty.
Highest Recommendation - spiritjournal.com

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Knockando Slow Matured 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND
Reduced from $149.99
$139. 99
Bottle
$1679.88 Dozen

ABV: 43%

"Dense, intense, sharp, full...just sheer barley...concentrated... Beautiful for sure." - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible.
High quality sherry casks are considered a luxury in the world of whisky, and the spirits they mature often command top dollar. This is the second oldest age statement and reportedly the most Sherry influenced expression in the Knockando line up. Akin to a ‘cleaner’, toned-down and more contemporary version of Glendronach 18 or Glengoyne 21, it retains distinct notes of dried fruits in a soft, succulent delivery making it the perfect choice for anyone wanting to acquaint themselves with sherried styles without emptying their wallet. The deep colour will be the first attractor for sherry-heads. An appealing medley of fruity American oak and winey sweetness comes next, which is also mildly nutty (think walnuts / almonds). Air contact develops the dried fruit aspect with prunes, dried fig, raisin slice and honey. Later hints of ‘old books’ and rancio too. First taste and you get a beautifully rounded mouthfeel with classic dried fruit / sherry input followed by light orange zest. Poached orchard fruits, sweet spice and pepper notes build through the medium long finish. It's simply a lovely balance of mature woody / fruity aromas and flavours that's too easy to like. Indulge as often as you can find it at the right price. Matured in European x-sherry casks and x Bourbon. 43% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Malt. To the power of malt... the barley boasts a malt intensity that is rare to match in pure atomic mass; Dense, intense, sharp, full...just sheer barley...concentrated... Beautiful for sure. 94 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2021
n Gaelic, Knockando (Cnoc-an-dhu) means "little black hillock". It was founded in 1898 by John Thomson in the early 1900s, and was the first Speyside distillery to use electricity. A neighbour to big names like Cardhu and Glenfarclas, Knockando is situated on an isolated bend of the Spey River and is another Diageo dark horse distillery, with the major component going into the J&B blends. Closed two years after its creation, it was then acquired by W&A Gilbey Ltd, the famous Gin producers from London, who later rebuilt the distillery and doubled its production capacity. More recently, it became part of the Diageo group, but their whiskies are not always available on Australian shores. Only 8% of production is marketed as single malt, typically bottled with a vintage statement, and they persist with a long-standing practice of bottling the casks only when they are deemed to be at their peak maturation, as opposed to bottling them automatically at certain ages. Lightly smoky, fruity, and nutty, Knockando complements the savoury notes in rich, vegetarian dishes but they are also delicious on their own.

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Knockando 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND
Reduced from $99.99
$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen

ABV: 43%

"Speyside in its maltiest guise." - whiskyadvocate.com
The soft, clean aroma is attractive but needs teasing out; Sweet, faintly peated malt over more delicate notes of waxy green apple peel, spice and vanilla. Light, silky entry. A cereal sweetness at mid palate has a sense of lightness, building in depth, augmented by a surge of spices; Not long, as a tangy / grassy sensation counters the malt and dries the mouth. Sometimes it’s the dearth of complexity and tonnage that makes for the most satisfying ‘end of the day drams’. This is one of those whiskies. 43% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Some lovely moments here for sure. But just too fleeting. 82 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2021
Notes from the producers... Body A light body and mouthfeel, as might be expected. Finish Relatively short. Clean and easy to drink. Nose Fruity-floral at first - flowering currant, a hint of blackcurrant - with some ash or char in the background (scorched brown toast?) and after a while a trace of damp linen. Water brings up cereal notes (principally maize), and some meaty aromas. The development is towards scorched paper - fragile and no off-notes. Palate Light mouthfeel, pleasantly sweet, central palate, drying lightly, with a trace of acidity.

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Knockando Richly Matured 15 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND
Reduced from $119.99
$99. 99
Bottle
$1199.88 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Diageo owned 'Knockando' forms one of the major components of the renowned J&B blend. This 15 year old was matured in a combination of Sherry and refill bourbon casks.
Tasting note: [1998 vintage tasted] Polished copper colour. Light to moderate aromas include dried fruits (prunes, raisins, dates), developing vanilla, bitter chocolate and orange zest. Better after 2-3 minutes. On the palate, it's more convincing with cinnamon, clove and pepper mingling with raisin cake. A malty surge at the finish adds body, while the aftertaste is medium long with cocoa, dried peel and a touch of leather. Tastes like more oloroso input than PX, the European oak upping the spice. 43% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... [1997 vintage tasted] According to its label, this one was ‘richly matured’, you understand… Colour: gold. Nose: it is, indeed, the 12/2000 with more richness. So more roasted nuts, brioche, malty things (chicory and coffee), chocolate, Kellog’s things… Then apple compote and, quite bizarrely, these roasted notes that one can find in heavily botrytised wines. Is noble rot to be found on barley, or do they always use massive doses of fungicides? Mouth: it’s a slightly coffee-ish Knockando that kind of ‘winks’ at Cragganmore. Honey, malt, chocolate, cappuccino, cornflakes again, agave syrup, apple pie, cinnamon rolls… Quite a few cinnamon rolls! Good body. Finish: surprisingly long, honeyed and malty. Strong dark honeys… Comments: I find this very good. What it doesn’t have is much distillery character, but it sure goes down a treat. In the same cluster as many good quality cognacs, I’d say, but of course this is much, much maltier.
83 points - Serge Valentin, whiskyfun.com

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2013 Lady of the Glen Glenlossie Single Cask #5306 11 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND
$139. 99
Bottle
$1679.88 Dozen

ABV: 58.4%

A less fruity style of Glenlossie which could be put down to the three year Oloroso spell that has added a dried peel tang. Otherwise, concentrated, nippy and a little tannic. Attractive touches of dry triple sec lift the finish, the aftertaste flattening with caramel and milk chocolate in tow. 261 bottles at 58.4% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Notes from the bottlers... A light bodied distillate and a fairly modern style of Speyside whisky where the vast majority of output is destined for blends, we rescued this cask from mediocrity. More than 3 year finish in our famous oloroso cask sourced from Hidalgo cooperage in Spain has offered the spirit a softer side of ex-sherry with more of a toffee and caramel character rather than the expected Christmas cake and dried fruit notes. Tasting revealed - pastel de nata, black tea and orange zest.

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2014 Lady of the Glen Ardmore Single Cask #944 10 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND
$149. 99
Bottle
$1799.88 Dozen

ABV: 57.1%

The famously peated Highlander gets a first-fill oloroso finish. Shy, fruity and floral-soft to start, faint phenols mingle with the sherry to give the impression of roasted nuts and sweet hay. Flips on the palate delivering a wonderfully textural, mouth-filling malt, laced with chimney soot, the oily residue leaves way for a fruity-malt-forward experience, and as the peat accentuates over time, the complexity keeps you coming back. Out of the ordinary. 313 bottles at 57.1% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Notes from the bottlers... Chocolate raisin, coffee grounds, honey on toast.

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2011 Lady of the Glen Loch Lomond (Inchmurrin) Single Cask #711 13 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND
$154. 99
Bottle
$1859.88 Dozen

ABV: 55.7%

The Madeira finish has had an influence on the nose, though not enough to eclipse the bright fruit character of the distillate. Intense biscuity malt climaxes with a zing, while a nectarine and feijoa-like fruitiness rises through the later stages - strikingly similar to the rebound on some hors d'Age cognacs. A fascinating, odd-ball malt in a league of its own. 200 bottles at 55.7% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Notes from the bottlers... Madeira Finish. A light bodied distillate produced at high strength in Loch Lomond's straight neck pot stills. Aged in a hogshead and finished in a first fill ex-Madeira cask for layers of caramel, walnut and citrus. This distillery is famous for its ability to consistently produce many different styles of spirit including grain spirit too. Inchmurrin is one of their lighter styles distilled in straight neck still with a higher cut point producing a light fruity style. This combined with well over a year finish in a Madeira cask has produced a lovely toffee and caramel character. Tasting revealed - banoffee, tinned peaches and cake mix.

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2007 Lady of the Glen Auchentoshan Single Cask #4204 16 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND
$199. 99
Bottle
$2399.88 Dozen

ABV: 55.7%

This should be interesting. A triple distilled spirit with a 17 month ruby port cask finish. At first subdued on the nose. Air contact opens up notes of soft white fruits and green grassiness. In the mouth, hints of Turkish Delight and rose chocolate. The port contribution feels meek, suggesting dried cranberries and blackberries on the palate, heightening at the finish. Drying oak and a grassy-peppery lift add vibrancy. Hardly the signatures of Auchentoshan one might expect, rather quite grappa-like, but certainly interesting and fresh. 244 bottles at 55.7% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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2009 Lady of the Glen Macduff Single Cask #4089 15 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND
$169. 99
Bottle
$2039.88 Dozen

ABV: 55.2%

Matured in a hogshead and finished for 20 months in a first-fill ex-Pedro Ximenez cask. An attractive, broad appeal whisky where the sweet sherry merely caresses the malt resulting in a simple but effective dram. Medium bodied, medium sweet, undeniably rich and nicely balanced uncut with some choc ripple cookie moments entering late. 271 bottles at 55.2% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Notes from the bottlers... Another rarely seen make in the independent bottler scene in recent years. This typically dry and nutty distillate has been matured in a PX cask that offered the spirit a lovely sweetness but without the strong tannins normally associated with type of cask. Tasting revealed - Dried fruit, dark chocolate and muscovado sugar.

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2008 Lady of the Glen Glen Elgin Single Cask #800179 15 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND
$199. 99
Bottle
$2399.88 Dozen

ABV: 58.5%

One of the oldest bottlings in the current outturn. A fruity, floral and honeyed distillate, Glen Elgin is one of LOGT's favourite malts to work with due to its natural fruitiness and waxiness. Historically, Gregor Hannah has preferenced dessert wine casks, but this one's finished in a 'profiler barrique' for five years. That's a type of red wine cask J.Dias cooperage in Portugal make using a proprietary process - similar to an STR cask but the toasting and re-charring is more gentle. More of the residual wine flavours are retained as opposed to the intense oak from traditional STR casks. It resembles a Port finish with its soft, rounded aromas of berry yoghurt and cocoa that turn to dried peach - perhaps a little like a fruity bourbon, too. Silky and viscous on entry, then sweet with toasty oak, vanilla and Ovaltine flavours followed by more chocolate and sweet biscuity malt to finish, apart from a slightly bitter edge to the aftertaste, the fruit-oak balance works to positive effect. 58.5% Alc./Vol. Non-chill filtered. 270 bottles.
Notes from the bottlers... honeydew melon, drizzly honey and lemon wafer.

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2011 Lady of the Glen Bunnahabhain (Moine) Single Cask #878 10 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$199. 99
Bottle
$2399.88 Dozen

ABV: 57.7%

Whisky Magazine's Independent Bottler of the Year for 2022
Islay's most northerly distillery produces a nutty, honied and citrus fruit style of spirit. "Moine" is the medium-peated variant. Matured in an ex-bourbon barrel for layers of vanilla and sweetness, the yield was 250 bottles. 57.7% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Notes from the bottlers... lapsang souchong, honeydew melon and shortbread.

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1994 Lagavulin 26 Year Old (Special Release 2021) Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$3299. 00
Bottle
$39588.00 Dozen

ABV: 44.2%

"A simply wonderful tasting experience." - whiskyadvocate.com
Other reviews... Matured in first fill PX/oloroso seasoned casks, the nose opens with fruitcake, dried mango, marmalade, ground ginger, and baking spices. As the brighter fruits dissipate, aromas of dried fig and burnt teacake emerge. A thick, oily mouthfeel with flavors of chocolate orange, then chocolate ganache, restrained spice, malt, bramble, sultana, and date, with an eternal sweetness infused with smoke. A simply wonderful tasting experience. (7,542 bottles) 94 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Jonny McCormick 2021
...From 1st fill ex-PX and oloroso-seasoned casks. Who cares, this is Lagavulin. I haven't got all other details at time of writing but this should be mid-1990s distillation - the next best piece of news would be peace in the Middle-East. Colour: gold. Nose: remember the old 12 cream label? Or that 15 yo ceramic for Italy? This is sublime, once again, despite, or maybe thanks to a few whiffs of barbecued bacon at first, and despite a slightly, say prognathic oak spiciness (ginger and so on). All the rest is first class, the resins, essential oils, pine needles, camphor, banana skins, marzipan, whelks and clams, wee whiffs of garlic brine, some spearmint, old yellow chartreuse… And that old Lagavulin (and Port Ellen) thing, new tyres. Mouth: watch it, they say 44.2 but it almost feels like 64.2% vol., not something that happens too often. We shall add water but in the meantime, it is very salty and coastal, with a feeling of smoked raisins indeed, and perhaps a wee chaos created by the encounter between the PX and the spirit. The most important word is 'perhaps' here. With just two drops of water: a little leather, salt, salted toffee… Finish: long, more on cough syrup, ginger and burnt raisins. Comments: absolutely excellent but I think the stunning 12 killed this one a little bit and that the PX may have helped. Could be that we shouldn't have tried them both within the same wee tasting session, after all. Aren't self-evident ideas often bad ideas? Nah it's still a glorious dram. 88 points - whiskyfun.com

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Lagavulin 16 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$220. 00
Bottle
$2640.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Lagavulin, pronounced 'Lagga-voolin' (meaning 'the hollow where the mill is') is distinctive and powerful. Once described as 'liquid bandaid' for its strong medicinal character, it is perhaps the most assertive, complex and intensely dry of all the Islay malts. The palate overwhelms like an ocean wave with powerful peaty, salty overtones that re-emerge on the finish. The taste sensation lingers long in the mouth. On a cold wet winters night, there is perhaps no finer tonic than a dram of Lagavulin.
Other reviews… If anyone has noticed a slight change in Lagavulin, they would be right. The peat remains profound but much more delicate than before, while the oils appear to have receded. A different shape and weight dispersal for sure. But the sky high quality remains just the same. 95 points - Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2022.
...This has been Lagavulin’s principal expression for more than 30 years. Iodine, rich peat, and caramel on the early nose, with sherry, sea salt, and charcuterie. The oily, briny palate offers peat and a medicinal note, along with black tea, Seville orange, toffee, cinnamon, and a hint of smoked fish. Peat embers and hot tar in the lengthy, spicy finish. Deeply satisfying! 93 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Gavin Smith 2020
...Nose: Massive peat. Ultra-intense iodine carries a shade more spice than of old. The fruity-sherry notes are clean, vanilla is much deeper. Beautifully layered. Palate: Peat so thick you could stand a spoon in it. Chewy iodine bolstered by sherry and big oak. Finish: A little spice lightens the grip of the peat and vanilla. Dries off with malt, dried dates... and iodine. Comment: A true classic in every sense that offers breathtaking depth. 95 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2006
...Nose: Lapsang Souchong and fruity sherry. Palate: The dryness is at first offset by the sweetness of the sherry character. As the palate develops, oily, grassy, and, in particular, salty notes emerge in a long, sustained, aggressive, attack. Finish: A huge, powerful, bear-hug of peat. Comment: The driest of Islay malts, and an established classic. 9.5 /10 - Michael Jackson, whiskymag.com
More about the Distillery... Lagavulin legitimately claims to being one of the oldest distilleries in Scotland. Situated in a small bay near the south coast of Islay, Lagavulin stands near the ruins of Dunyveg Castle. From here 1,000 Islaymen set sail to fight alongside Robert the Bruce at Bannockburn in 1314, and in this bay the Macdonalds maintained their power base as Lords of the Isles until finally driven out by the Campbells three centuries later. Distilling on the site is thought to date from as early as 1742. In the late 1700s it is believed that there were up to ten illicit stills operating in the district. The Lagavulin distillery officially became legal in 1816 and by the 1830s only two distilleries remained in the bay. In 1837 these distilleries unified under the Lagavulin title, coming under the ownership of the Graham brothers and James Logan Mackie. By 1875 the distillery was producing 75,000 gallons of whisky annually. The distillery's water is sourced from a nearby stream. The maturation warehouses are by the sea and when the seas are high, Lagavulin's outer walls are knee-high in salt water. Lagavulin uses Larch wood washbacks and individual onion-shaped stills with unique steep swan-necked lye pipes which the distillers claim profoundly affect the taste and refuse to change in any way.

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Lagavulin 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Travel Exclusive

Islay, SCOTLAND
$149. 99
Bottle
$1799.88 Dozen

ABV: 43%

First unveiled at Fèis Ìle 2019, the Islay Festival of Music and Malt,
fans should note, we may / may not be able to source this again.
Lagavulin have released several odd age statements of late, including a nine and an eleven year old. This one debuted in mid 2019 and was exclusive to travel retail operator 'Dufry'. Matured in x-Bourbon and freshly-charred casks, the former add sweetness while the rejuvenated (STR) casks add spicy, woody notes.
Tasting note: Like Caol Ila, youth is a good thing when it comes to Lagavulin. The style here is closer to the cask strength 12 year old than the standard 16, showing a similar 'mineral' dryness. Powerful aromas of seashore, kelp, a little iodine, baked citrus, oatmeal, light vanilla sweetness, cured meats and white pepper follow through with the kind of complexity and length you associate with this distillery: Fresh, peppery and unmistakably maritime, finishing with a dash of creamy vanilla before the aftertaste turns austere and minerally with lingering smoke. Classic, and with decent intensity at 43%. If you follow Islay, don't miss it.
Notes from distillery... Backed by an elusive softly fruity tang of bruised pears or mature white wine the top notes are naturally powerfully peaty and fresh-clean, with peat smoke, wood tar and antiseptic cream. Maritime hints that seem to emerge from within them suggest a walk on the beach in a fresh, salty sea breeze, with wafts of sweet seaweed and hemp rope. A drop of water suppresses the fruity notes and introduces the clean, fresh aromas of a mineral oil or a salt water rock pool. Spicy, smoky, warming and drying, with a deep intensity. There’s a pleasingly smoky aftertaste with a warming spiciness, which is calmed by the addition of water.

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Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - 2020 Release

Islay, SCOTLAND
$1199. 00
Bottle
$14388.00 Dozen

ABV: 49.8%

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

Other reviews... A cask strength whisky, but don't expect a rambunctious blisterer. Age has given this one a mellowed beauty. It offers a deep, rich, soft peat influence on a thick and creamy palate, with dried seaweed, seashells, salinity, brine, charcoal, and muted medicinal notes—all imbued with sweet oak, lime, chocolate-covered marshmallows, and light pepper. Cooked pears, chocolate, and vanilla cream complete the finish. The peat has settled in, and a marvelous, mature whisky rises. 94 points - whiskyadvocate.com

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Laphroaig 10 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Batch 15

Islay, SCOTLAND
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ABV: 56.5%

As you'd expect, Batch 15 is already sold out via the distillery website, demonstrating that these cask strength offerings are losing no momentum, or that the latest batch is particularly worth seeking out - or both! Peat smoke, heather and sea salt run wild at 56.5% ABV. Get it while you can.
Other reviews... We do not follow all batches, all I'll say is that I've kept one of those early 1-litre 'green stripe' versions stashed away. I agree, not the same paradigm, having said that I thought last year's batch 14 had been very good (WF 86)… Colour: gold. Nose: perhaps a little too much wood smoke at first, too many wood spices too, but the rest seems to be rather perfect, salty, medicinal, in short Laphroaig. With water: paint! Then engine grease and tarmac, and of course those old tarry ropes found on a beach at low tide etc. Now any proper medicinal note has gone. Mouth (neat): good, powerful, piney and salty arrival, with crystallised lemons in the back and a growing smokiness. With water: straightforward, peaty, once again a tad too much on oak spices for me (hell, let's just forget about those stunning tropical fruit in the early versions!) but it still has it, largely. Finish: long, rather tarry, simply much more on straight smoke than older young Laphroaigs. Comments: let me give you an example… 86 points - whiskyfun.com

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Laphroaig Quarter Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
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ABV: 48%

"Layer upon layer of sexed up peatiness. Hits mega malt status" - Jim Murray Whisky Bible
Two hundred years ago, when the Scotts began moving whisky around the country in smaller barrels (aka quarter casks) they were improving more than methods of logistics. The smaller vessels made it easier for mules to carry and for the distillers to smuggle (what better way to inspire innovation than a ploy against the tax man!). In more recent times, with the rise of the micro distiller, smaller casks have played an important part by rapidly speeding-up the maturation process, increasing the whisky to oak contact ratio, in theory making it more palatable, at a faster rate.
For this release, after an initial period in x-bourbon barrels, the liquid was transferred into new, specially produced quarter casks for a final seven-to eight-month period. It's also bottled at a higher ABV to keep in line with older traditions. There's a serious complexity to the bouquet, with the first passing reeking of choc fudge and vanilla-laced peat. After a few minutes in the glass, the nose loses a little punch, but becomes more maritime; A subtle peppermint note combines with hints of bandaid and seaweed. In the mouth, this is a robust, oily, mouth-filling Laphroaig experience with waves of sweet smoke, salt, pepper, iodine and vanilla delivered in a creamy, warming mouthfeel with a mild prickle. The finish is refreshingly dry with cocoa, more peat and subtle baked citrus note lingering. Quarter Cask is not a gentle Laphroaig, but it’s much more compelling than the standard issue 10. If you can score a bottle close to one hundred dollars, don't hesitate. 48% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... “Nose: Burning embers of peat in a crofter’s fireplace; sweet intense malt and lovely, refreshing citrus as well; Taste: mouthwatering, mouth-filling and mouth-astounding: the perfect weight of the smoke has no problems filling every crevice of the palate; builds towards a sensationally sweet maltiness in the middle; Finish: really long and dries appropriately with smoke and spice. Classic Laphroaig. Balance: a great distillery back to its awesome, if a little sweet, self. Layer upon layer of sexed up peatiness. The previous bottling just needed an extra complexity on the nose for this to hit mega malt status. Now it has been achieved” 96 points - Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2015
The whisky begins sweet and creamy, with notes of vanilla, honey, and ripe malt (reminiscent of a malting floor). Then the Laphroaig signature peat smoke, seaweed, tar, and medicinal notes emerge. Bottling at 48% and without chill-filtering keeps the whisky from being dulled down. A whisky that is very dynamic. Nicely done. 90 points - whiskyadvocate.com

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Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - 2017 Release

Islay, SCOTLAND
$1199. 00
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ABV: 48.9%

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Bottled at a higher than normal strength, the 2017 edition is a marriage of bourbon casks with whiskies aged in second-fill oloroso sherry casks, promising a complex mix of sweet, creamy bourbon notes and rich sherry intertwined with Laphroaig's signature maritime peat. Following the stellar quality of the 2016 (96.5 points Jim Murray), this continues the series with another unmissable Laphroaig.
Tasting note: Brilliant gold. Slow, brooding, drier-styled aromatics, like the calm before the storm... oloroso pokes through the oily peat as smoked almonds, walnut fudge and a little orange zest emerge...The medicinal notes of younger Laphroaig have dissipated; instead, dried herbs, cough lozenge, pipe tobacco, vanilla and earthy peat enter. The malt arrives thick and chewy before a tsunami of salt and pepper, while the finish turns tingling, oily and sweet. Liquorice, cocoa, spent pipe tobacco and maritime freshness overtake the fading oloroso. Delicate but long. Minimal water lengthens the flavour wave, lending a sooty, ashy quality. Fabulously complex and even better after 10-20 minutes breathing. If you're a fan of this distillery, get some. 48.9% Alc./Vol.

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Laphroaig Select Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$109. 99
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ABV: 40%

Considered "the easy-going one" in the Laphroaig line-up, the repackaged Oak Select is created from selected casks from each of the distillery's key styles (Quarter Cask, PX, Triple Wood, and 10 year old) with one exception - the heart of the spirit is reportedly sourced from a final maturation in virgin American oak. Seasoned whisky drinkers will be aware that new wood is rarely used in Scotch Whisky maturation. Instead, almost all whisky is put into casks that have previously held other beverages, usually Bourbon or Sherry. New wood tends to stamp its inherent flavours into the whisky in a definitive way. Can we expect this to be a battle between peat reek and coconut?
Other reviews... Missed by a trick by not being unfiltered and 46% 89 points - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2018
...The nose is reminiscent of freshly-treated decking, before some classic iodine creeps in. Water brings out geranium, pollen, and damp leather. The palate is simple, clean, and mild (and smoky), with bay leaf, light dried fruit, and that oily wood. Undoubtedly there's a lot going on, but it’s not married, and 40% means it lacks the necessary wallop.
82 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Dave Broom (Fall 2014)

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Laphroaig 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$599. 00
Bottle
$7188.00 Dozen

ABV: 48%

Discontinued in 2016. Very collectible.
Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. This one, in particular, has some pitting on the lid. Actual product not pictured.
Another undisputed classic to become kiln smoke (this time for good) is Laphroaig 18. Having literally run out of liquid, Beam Suntory phased out the 18 year old at the end of 2016. “We just don’t have the stocks…we’ve been using it on the 10-year-old,” said distillery manager, John Campbell. There were rumours that the 15 would be a replacement for the 18-year-old, but evidently, there are no plans to keep producing either expression. That leaves the Laphroaig 10-year-old as the only readily available bottling with an age statement (excluding the 25YO). Dan Woolley, ambassador for Beam Suntory Australia, has added: “The 15 will become the Friends of Laphroaig-bottling released as a limited edition every year and the 18 will be replaced.”
Originally introduced in 2009, it superseded the popular 15-year-old, and represented one of the most exciting new Islay releases in years - a welcome (some might say overdue!) return to form for Laphroaig. The extra three years in the cask softens the whisky and ups the complexity. With extended time in barrel the compounds that contribute the peaty, smoky flavours tend to dissipate, allowing more of the wood and barley characteristics to shine through. On the other hand, the rich and sometimes oily mouthfeel derived from the use of peat when producing such whiskies remains.
This release is bottled at the higher strength of 48% bringing it into line with other successful Laphroaig's like 'Quarter Cask' and 'An Cuan Mor' (duty free only bottling).
One of Islay's finest contributions to the 18 YO bracket.
Tasting notes: Pale straw colour with water like hue - such a light colour for a whisky of this age is a very positive indicator that colouring was not used. A deep, fresh nose delivers Laphroaig's distinctive wet wool/lanolin, vanilla cream biscuit, honey medley followed a touch of cocoa. Unquestionably Laphroaig, less the assertive iodine injection; not one characteristic overpowers another, the aroma is harmonious, and causes considerable excitement in anticipation of a sip. Rich, supple entry allows the flavours promised by the nose a spotlight on centre stage. Superb, creamy flavours of peat reek, tar, vanilla cream biscuit and honey are delivered with impressive length. The gently spicy, liquorice-like flourish on the finish is a treat. Exquisite balance. A very long lanolin, toasty oak, vanilla and honey after taste is followed by a late menthol cigarette fade. Bravo Laphroaig! 48.0% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Rich peaty aromas with nougat, peach creme brulee, and smoky grilled fruits and nuts with a supple, fruity-yet-dry medium-full body and a long melange and fruits, nuts, spice, lit menthol cigarette, and smoky earth peat. Excellent balance and style.
International Review of Spirits Award: Gold Medal
95 points (Exceptional)- www.tastings.com
...multi layered smokiness...absolutely brimming with character and panache from the first molecules escaping the bottle as you pour to the very final ember dying on the middle of your tongue.
94 points - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2020

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Laphroaig 32 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$2999. 00
Bottle
$35988.00 Dozen

ABV: 46.6%

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

Laphroaig's 200th anniversary celebrations have been leading up to this extraordinary grandfather release, with just 5,880 bottles made available worldwide. The whisky was exclusively drawn from first-fill Oloroso Sherry casks filled between 1980 and 1983, and reportedly, around 80% of the contents is actually 34-35 years of age.

Other reviews... This whisky is the fourth in a series of special bottlings marking Laphroaig’s 200th anniversary in 2015, and is a limited-edition release. It was matured in ex-Oloroso Sherry casks, and the nose is smoky and sweet with notes of barbecue sauce, grilled meat, and hints of figs and brine that don’t overpower the nose, but give hints of a gentle strength. The taste is luscious and sweet at first, followed by intense peatiness and cinnamon spice with hints of heather, brine, and honey in the background. The finish is very smooth, but still forceful with good spices and peat smoke along with hints of honey, vanilla, and cocoa. It’s the whisky equivalent of an iron fist in a velvet glove. (June, 2015) Editor’s note: These tasting notes are based on a sample of the final pre-release batch at around 54% ABV. There may be subtle differences between this sample and the consumer release. 95 points - www.whiskycast.com

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Laphroaig 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
$128. 99
Bottle
$1547.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

"So consistent is the Laphroaig 10, that this is one of the whiskies I test myself each day with to check that my nose and palate are on song". - Jim Murray
From the remote island of Islay in the Western Isles of Scotland. Laphroaig, pronounced 'La-froyg', is a Gaelic word meaning 'the beautiful hollow by the broad bay'. The full history of Laphroaig seems to be lost in the mists of time. It's clear that the Irish had been distilling on Islay for many years and that the locals picked up the skills when they left, but because it was illegal the small stills on the farms were rarely discussed - just a nod and a wink in the right direction! What is known, is that the family called the Johnstons started farming there around 1800, and that soon after messers Charles and Willie Doig were asked to do some 'work on a distillery' at Laphroaig. By 1815 Laphroaig's reputation had spread and the tax man was getting suspicious so they 'officially' established 'Johnston & Johnston' - the legend of Laphroaig had begun.
Laphroaig is a malt to either love or hate. Full of the smoke and iodine, seaweed character Islay has become famous for, it has spurred some commentators to describe it as 'mouthwash', 'hospital gauze' or at best, 'medicinal'. Suffice to say, this is not a whisky for the faint hearted. Take Laphroaig neat like a stalwart, or with a splash of soft water. Roll it around on your tongue, release the pungent earthy aroma of blue peat smoke, the sweet nuttiness of the barley, the delicate, heathery perfume of Islay's stream and either swallow or spit. The final judgment on Laphroaig must always be left to the individual. 40% Alc./Vol.
Re-tasted 2019... Tamer than previous incarnations, earthier too with a farmyard edge. Less iodine / elastoplast than before, more peppermint, baked citrus, kipper and lanolin, creaming up towards the finish, trailling off with hints of Fisherman’s Friend.
Other reviews... 95 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2022
...An essay in voluptuousness. The oils speak volumes here, gathering the two-toned phenols and gathering them in all corners of the palate and ensuring they stick there... The finish is not so much enormous as controlled and long, with a sublime bit of mocha moving in for the last blissful moments. Glorious still, after all these years. 40% alc./vol. 94 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2019
...This expression offers an uncompromising note of brine-laden peat and iodine, with charcoal and sweeter fruit notes also present. The palate is equally out there, with old-fashioned fabric Band-Aids, bladderwrack seaweed, black pepper, smouldering peat, vanilla, caramel, and sweet oak. The finish is as big as everything else, with barbecue, iodine, and asphalt. Still a classic! 92 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Gavin Smith (Fall 2018)

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Laphroaig PX Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky (1000ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND
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ABV: 48%

"Unquestionably one of the great malts of the year...in spite of itself". - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible
Triple aged in ex-Bourbon barrels, quarter casks and Pedro Ximénez sherry butts, this deeply coloured Laphroaig opens with a PX top note almost overwhelming the expected distillery aromas. Brandy soaked raisins and dark chocolate amid flashes of sweet peat and pepper give way to smouldering cedar, cigar box and hints of elastoplast, accenting fruit cake in later inspections. Terrific balance in the sweet, smokey-malt mid palate; vanilla and Christmas cake add richness to the finish. Prolonged and lozenge-like with Laphroaig's trademark medicinal edge and pepperiness breaking through late, finally checked by the sherry. A big PX influence here but it's deftly handled - think of it as drunken Christmas pudding, Islay-style. 48% Alc./Vol. Normally travel retail exclusive.
Other reviews... This ultra sweet wine is often paired with smokey malt, often with disastrous consequences. Here it has worked, but only because the PX has been controlled itself by absolutely outstanding oak. And the ability of the smoke to take on several roles and personas simultaneously. A quite beautiful whisky and unquestionably one of the great malts of the year...in spite of itself. 96 points - Jim Murrays Whisky Bible 2015
...truly is excellent stuff, that sweet Pedro Ximenez sherry finish has added just enough fruit & spice to balance the oak and smoke. If the sweetness was just a tad more subdued, and it stated on the label if it was chill filtered, it likely would have scored even higher! Definitely my favourite Laphroaig so far, followed closely by Quarter Cask and 18 year old. 4.5 / 5 - peatedperfection.blogspot.com/
Gold Medal - International Wine & Spirits Competition 2021

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Laphroaig 25 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - 2016 Release

Islay, SCOTLAND
$1199. 00
Bottle
$14388.00 Dozen

ABV: 48.6%

A direct import of the 2016 bottling of Laphroaig's natural strength 25 YO, matured in both Oloroso and American oak casks. Jim Murray is in raptures over this declaring it one of the finest examples he's ever experienced. John Hansell of Whisky Advocate adds, "The 30 year old is softer, mellower, drier, and more debonair. The 25 year old is bolder, more youthful, more dynamic, richer, and sweeter -- bottling at cask strength really helps here".

Other reviews.... Quite possibly the finest bottling of Laphroaig I have ever encountered. And over the last 35 years there have been a great many bottles. 96.5 points 48.6% Alc./Vol. - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible

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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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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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Ledaig Sinclair Series Rioja Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Isle of Mull, SCOTLAND
$94. 99
Bottle
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ABV: 46.3%

Ledaig's foray into the value peated category is a noteworthy success.
Summed up by one taster as "Sweet and smoky, with loads of fruit and more complexity than you'd expect for the price", this bottling represents the first instalment of a new series paying homage to the founder of Tobermory distillery, John Sinclair. The combination of red wine and smoke is a tried and tested formula with peated malts. Ledaig add another twist with this expression finished in a Spanish Rioja cask. The nose goes through several stages; firstly, obviously peaty and dappled with ripe berries, then slightly feinty and dried-grass-like (as Tobermory often is) and finally more aligned with its Islay cousins as it exudes a fresh maritime edge. There is no denying the punch of peat on the palate. Ledaig is sometimes compared with Ardbeg, but most bottlings of the latter don't come close to the kind of peat-blast offered here. The intensity is almost cask-strength with pepper augmenting the sensation; the peat takes on a rustic aspect with an earthy, lanolin feel. Add to that a deliciously salty tang combined with a succulent berry character and Sinclair is not only massively tasty but also surprisingly complex. Pushing into the value bracket, this is a more than worthy alternative to regular Islays whose prices continue to head north. 46.3% Alc./Vol. Non-chill filtered. Natural colour.
Silver Medal. 92 points - International Wine & Spirits Challenge 2022.
Notes from the producers... Nose: Notes of Turkish delight and rose petals balanced with candied fruits and grapes followed by rich leather and a beautiful peppery spice. A hint of chocolate comes through at the back. Palate: Creamy mouthfeel packed full of almonds, barley and sweet malt with notes of peppery Ledaig, which give way to black raspberries, sweet vanilla and cocoa interspersed with cinnamon spice and hints of freshly cut grass. Finish Lingering smoky finish with red fruit and sea spray.

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Ledaig 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Isle of Mull, SCOTLAND
$220. 00
Bottle
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ABV: 46.3%

“...Don’t ‘mull’ over these malts, they’re belters." - dramface.com
Jim Murray routinely derides it, others adore it. Many have never heard of it. Even peat freaks don't always talk about Ledaig in a positive light: “It smells of manure and tastes of wet dog”. Sometimes that may be true, but its peaty-earthy-barnyard notes combined with a whiff of the coast convey a sense of place and set it apart from most other Hebridean malts. They're primarily what Ledaig is all about. Made at Tobermory to a 38ppm phenol specification and pronounced letch-igg, (meaning ‘safe haven’ ), the distillery has been closed for almost half of its 220+ year history, repeatedly recovering from the brink of demolition. Three or four decades ago, its malts were variable to say the least- often feinty, rubbery or just plain average. Burn Stewart dramatically improved the quality through the 1990s while keeping true to Ledaig’s funky style. In 2013, new owners, Distell International decided to up the bottling strength to 46.3% abv, use no artificial colouring and not chill filter the whisky. If production numbers are anything to go by, they must be doing a lot right. There used to be a 50/50 split between unpeated Tobermory and peated Ledaig. Starting in 2022, Ledaig was increased to 70% and it's expected to dominate into the forseeable future. You can taste the results in NAS bottlings like ‘The Sinclair’, but for many, the high point of Ledaig’s gritty, meaty, elemental output remains the 18YO, first offered in 2015.
Like its younger sibling, the 18 is an island style balancing sweet barley and sherry notes with sea and smoke. From a 30ml sample, the aromas are a little understated; A medley of ginger bread, cocoa, latex and wet rock over a peaty undercurrent later emphasises lanolin and fruit’n’nut chocolate. On entry this is a big boned dram: dense dried fruits are carried by a peaty, peppery surge. Wool-shed, roasted nuts and smokey dark chocolate follow through with excellent persistence. Moderately sherried and peaty, yes, but in an ashy, sooty, earthy way. Think Longrow more so than your typical 'Island profile'. 46.3% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Other reviews... This 18 year old variant of Ledaig from Tobermory distillery on Mull was released in spring 2015 and is finished in oloroso sherry casks. Old warm leather predominates on the early nose, with salt, pencil shavings, a suggestion of asphalt, and dried fruit. Big fruit and spicy peat notes on the robust palate, which features sherry and a sprinkling of brine. Drying slowly, with licorice and marginally tannic oak behind persistent smoke. 86 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by Gavin Smith, Fall 2016
...This baby’s meant to represent ‘the rebirth’ of Ledaig’s original style. Well, if it’s anywhere near the glorious 1972, 1973 or 1974, we’ll have to cheer. Colour: pale gold. Nose: maybe… Theirs is, indeed, this feeling of coal smoke, old stove, burning tea, burning kelp and other seaweed (beach bonfire), or metal polish, lit cigars… Plus a layer of both fresh and old walnuts, and perhaps a smidgen of curry mayonnaise (what?) and mustard. Something ‘original’ indeed. Mouth: good dirty, earthy, spicy (curry again) and pleasantly pungent arrival, but with some candy sugar in the background, which feels just a tad out of place. But other than that, this baby’s much to my liking. Finish: long, ashy, peaty, with always this candy sugar. Muscovado coating? That’s just a wee bit tiring. Comments: I find it very good but I’m guessing that as usual, the indies will be cleaner and closer to the distillate. Unless there’s sherry… 85 points - whiskyfun.com
...The Ledaig 10 and 18 are very solid drams. The 10 has plenty of fans and scored highly in the online whisky realm, becoming Ralfy’s whisky of the year 2022. The 18 is becoming a little bit harder to find these days, I think that’s what swayed me towards a sample of it. I’d have it on the list of ‘next whisky to buy’ for sure... - dramface.com
Best Scotch Islands (non Islay) Single Malt at the World Whiskies Awards 2022.
Best Scotch Islands (non Islay) Single Malt at the World Whiskies Awards 2021.

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Ledaig 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Isle of Mull, SCOTLAND
$109. 99
Bottle
$1319.88 Dozen

ABV: 46.3%

Ralfy's Whisky of the Year 2022. - ralfy.com
Ledaig ten year old has come a long way since it debuted in 2010. The latest incarnations have maintained momentum, so much so that popular Youtube blogger, Ralfy named it his whisky of the year for 2022. You only need a small sample to get the gist: Powerful aromas of cocoa and sooty malt come with traces of brine, salted nuts and peppercorns, lanolin and beeswax. The palate develops into a typically brawny, briney Ledaig experience combining vanilla, malt and peat before finishing dry and mildly peppery with excellent balance. The aftertaste sees a return of the wet wool / lanolin notes which linger with good persistence. Great to see this obscure malt back on Australian shelves and in terrific form. Non Chill-filtered. 46.3% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... I love the intensely malty and enticingly peaty opening aroma that emits pungent notes of filled ashtray, soot, sea breeze and kippers. Palate entry is dry initially then rapidly turns off-dry and salty; at midpalate, the taste profile explodes on the tongue in flavors of salted peanut, smoked fish, paraffin, light toffee and salted butter. 92 points - winenthusiast.com
[+/- 2017 bottling] ...I last tried this expression in 2012. I appreciated it… moderately (WF 80). Colour: white wine. Nose: fine, light, with whiffs of carbon paper and new leatherette, new plastic bags at the supermarket (banned in France, though), lemon zests, smoked tea, and coal/soot. It’s not big, but I think it’s cleaner than its earlier inceptions. Mouth: no, it’s good, really. It’s lacking a part of the lemony side that works so well with many young indies, but on the other hand, there are nice notes of coffee and vanilla, from the wood, most probably. That’s the problem with most distillery owners, they tend to overdo the oak part. But we’re fine here, it’s, well, a very fine dram. And hey, let’s remember that earlier official Ledaigs had been terrible, feinty, butyric, gym-socky, puk… Ok, ok, we’re all done here. Finish: medium, brine-y, a tad sour. Comments: a very, very fine Ledaig, for sure. It’s just that the thousands of indie bottlers around us are having even better ones these days. Only IMHO, of course. 83 points - whiskyfun.com

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Lindores Friar John Cor Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Chapter 1

Lowlands, SCOTLAND
$149. 99
Bottle
$1799.88 Dozen

ABV: 60.2%

Matured in casks that previously held Bourbon, Monbazillac sweet wine and sherry, plus STR casks, this expression aims for a fruity well balanced malt at natural strength. The matte black bottle is inspired by the tunics worn by the monks that roamed the grounds of Lindores Abbey back in 1494. More chapters will follow. 60.2% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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Lindores The Casks of Lindores Sherry Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND
$124. 99
Bottle
$1499.88 Dozen

ABV: 49.4%

Fully matured in Oloroso butts as evidenced by the spectacular colour, this is the third and final bottling of a limited edition series making up the core cask types of Lindores Abbey MCDXCIV. Our tasting from a 20ml sample revealed a medium bodied style that falls into a fresher sherried spectrum. Early cocoa and walnut fudge are followed by prunes and fruit bread while late hints of dried figs, cinnamon and fruity dark chocolate add interest. Elegance is the key word here, which is unexpected for such a relatively young malt. 49.4% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Notes from the producers... Nose: Mellow fruity prunes, dates, molasses, touches of vanilla and milk chocolate. Palate: Mellow dried fruits, molasses, dark chocolate with layers of cinnamon and ginger combined with a pleasant nuttiness like walnuts and chestnuts. Smooth texture. Finish Medium to long.

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Lindores The Casks of Lindores STR Wine Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND
$124. 99
Bottle
$1499.88 Dozen

ABV: 49.4%

The second release in the "Casks of Lindores" series, created to showcase the award winning spirit of Lindores Abbey distillery and the three core cask types used to mature its flagship malt. This one's matured exclusively in STR (shaved, toasted & re-charred) red wine barriques. Our tiny sample suggested a youthful, zesty, full-flavoured dram defined by rich oak character, balanced by fresher orchard fruit notes through the finish - in particular ripe plums and pears. Straightforward but very tasty, it comes bottled at 49.4% vol. with zero chill filtration.
Notes from the producers... Nose: Mellow fruity apricot jam, toffee notes and a hint of cinnamon combined with butter and custard. Palate: Sweet and spices. Mellow plums and red berries, treacle, cinnamon spice and a pleasant woody smoky note. Very smooth, silky texture. Finish: Medium to long with spices, honey and caramel notes.

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Lindores The Casks of Lindores Bourbon Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND
$124. 99
Bottle
$1499.88 Dozen

ABV: 49.4%

The first in a new series from Lindores bottled at a higher strength, in this case matching the distillery's sweet Lowland grassiness with high quality Bourbon barrels. The result is a superbly pure dram that demonstrates a potential for early maturation. Buttery malt dovetails into creamy vanillas, tea biscuits and hints of apple strudel, tempered by lively spices, citrus pith and peel - and finally, drying oak at the finish. The balance is already near perfect. A limited run of 11,000 bottles distributed to select retailers only. 49.4% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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Lindores MCDXCIV Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND
$109. 99
Bottle
$1319.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Lindores Abbey is the officially recognised site of the first recorded distillation of Scotch whisky. It was back in 1494 that King James IV commissioned Brother John Cor at Lindores Abbey to make aqua vitae with eight bolls of malt. For more than 100 years, the preservation of the ruined abbey has fallen to Drew McKenzie-Smith and his family. Several years ago he learned of the abbey’s significance to the industry after visiting a website called Connoisseur Scotland. Further inspiration came when he was shown a copy of the late Michael Jackson’s book, 'Scotland and Its Whiskies.' In it, Jackson wrote of Lindores, “For the whisky lover it is a pilgrimage”. Following fifteen years of careful planning, construction work began on a new distillery that would not only capitalise on this whisky connection but also provide the means with which to preserve the abbey for future generations. In 2017, after five centuries of silence, the stills at Lindores Abbey began flowing again.
There are actually two releases now in Australia: Lindores MCDXCIV and the MCDXCIV Commemorative First Release. They're essentially the same liquid, distinguished by a subtle notation on the label. Both come aged in a combination of ex-bourbon, ex-sherry and STR red wine barriques from Burgundy. Both are three and a half year old Lowlanders. You might expect Lindores to be on the lighter side, however it's more like a young Speysider, nicely balanced and not shy on flavour. There's even a nod to Linkwood on the nose where the aromas show surprising weight; Cream tea biscuits, pear drops, light beeswax, cocoa and citrus are echoed with impressive purity, depth and texture of the palate. A fine astringency checks the length, but it's auspicious as far as inaugural releases go - all that's needed is more time to add further layers of complexity. 46% Alc./Vol. Tasted from a 15ml sample.
Other reviews... From bourbon, sherry and wine barrique. Either the great folks at Lindores would like to stress some kind of Roman heritage with the name, which I doubt, or the name refers to 1494, which was the year when the Exchequer Rolls of James IV of Scotland recorded the granting of malt to friar John Cor in order to make the first 'official' water of life in Scotland, at Lindores Abbey in the Lowlands. Those Exchequer Rolls, in their great wisdom, did not mention any kind of PX or red wine casks, but I'm sure that's been done parsimoniously here. Colour: straw. Nose: starts with rather a lot of weissbeer, some porridge, then sourdough and leaven bread, buckwheat crepes, just grist… Then more lemon juice, fresh cider and a few drops of wine vinegar. I believe you can't do it any more natural. The barriques have been very civilised, I find no merlot and no cabernet whatsoever. Phew. Mouth: pretty good indeed, very much on grains and breads, with only a drop of lemon juice, bitter ale, then really a lot pf pepper and nutmeg from the oak. Perhaps not totally integrated and balanced yet, but that should come. Finish: anecdotal, with some bitterish oak and notes of eggplant and artichoke. Comments: not sure it's totally ready yet, but when the base is nicely bready like this, beyond the oak, the future should be bright. 78 points - whiskyfun.com
Notes from the producers... Colour: Golden. Nose: Elegant, soft, mellow vanilla, caramel notes playing with orchard fruits and sweet pear drops. Reminiscent of toffee apples! Palate: Smooth with a creamy texture and a perfect balance of mellow vanilla, dried fruits, citrus touches with a hint of spice. Finish: Medium length, delicate but lingering finish. Non chill filtered.

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Lochlea Our Barley Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND
$119. 99
Bottle
$1439.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

For a few years in the late 18th century, Lochlea was the home and workplace of the famous Scottish poet, Robert Burns. The farm was acquired in 2006 and current owner, Neil McGeoch gained planning permissions in 2014. Despite converting the former piggery, byre and midden into a distillery and repurposing the cattle sheds into bonded warehouses, Lochlea is and remains a working farm, which is what sets it apart from almost every other Scotch whisky distillery. All of the required barley is grown in the fields surrounding the facility. The man in charge of production is Malcolm Rennie who has worked for some of the Scotch industry's biggest names, including Bruichladdich, Ardbeg and Kilchoman. He brings with him more than thirty years of whisky-making nous. Having started production in August 2018, the current offerings are around 3-4 years old. 'Our Barley' is based on a recipe honed by ex-Laphroaig Manager, John Campbell and is comprised of a combination of maturations across first-fill Bourbon barrels, Oloroso Sherry casks, and shaved-toasted-recharred (STR) barriques. It's the distillery's first core bottling and showcases what the producer's describe as Lochlea's signature fruitiness. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Notes from the producers... Nose: Pear syrup, fruit bonbons, warm cut grass, marmalade. Palate: Golden syrup, pepper, rye bread, macadamia nuts, cream soda. Finish: Long finish with a lasting orange beeswax note.

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Lochlea Sowing Edition Second Crop Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND
$129. 99
Bottle
$1559.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Thirty minutes drive south from Glasgow, nestled in the heart of Ayrshire is a new independent family-owned distillery - now a rare thing in the Scotch whisky industry. Named Lochlea and distilling since 2018, their approach is small-batch, innovative and flexible without the constraints of a large corporate structure. Barley is grown on the farm and an on-site water source is employed, so there's full traceability over production. The venture recently kicked off a series of limited edition bottlings under the label, 'Sowing Edition First Crop', focusing on the growing of barley. This particular expression represents Spring when the barley seeds are sown. Matured in first-fill bourbon barrels, it's a pretty, Summery whisky with light to medium-weight aromas and flavours of semi-ripe apples, pear eaux de vie and background notes of beeswax, vanilla and dark chocolate. Balancing oak and spices keep the finish fresh and crisp. A bit like 'Linkwood lite'. Young but already appealing. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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Longrow 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - 2023 bottling

Campbeltown, SCOTLAND
$1399. 00
Bottle
$16788.00 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Named after another lost distillery of Campbeltown (which once operated right next door to Springbank and whose warehouse now houses their bottling hall). Longrow was first produced in 1973 to provide a peaty, oily and robust component to a blend being launched at the time. More heavily peated than Springbank and double distilled, it has been a staple in the production calendar since the 1990s. This is the annual 2023 edition of the oldest whisky in the Longrow core range, matured in a combination of 60% Sherry casks, 30% bourbon casks and 10% Chardonnay casks.
Notes from the producers... Nose: Delicate smoke, salt, caramel, vanilla. Sweet, light cream, dried fruits. Taste: Maritime, traces of ash and smoke. Dried fruits, plums, raisins, dark chocolate. Citrus fruits in the background. Finish: Long with peat, seaweed and spices.

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Longrow 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - 2020 bottling

Campbeltown, SCOTLAND
$1599. 00
Bottle
$19188.00 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. Slight bruising to gift box.
Like the Local Barleys, the annual Longrow limited editions have garnered a cult following. Ever since 1973, a run of twice-distilled peated malt has been produced at Springbank (Springbank itself is two and a half times distilled). Named after an earlier distillery in Campbeltown, Longrow's creation was prompted by a whisky shortage. According to Serge Valentin, it shares parallels with Tobermory’s Ledaig and Clynelish’s Brora. All were created because Islay whisky was in short supply after severe droughts in the late 1960s, and because of the temporary closure of Caol Ila. Expect a peaty punch. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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Longrow Red Tawny Port Cask Matured 11 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Campbeltown, SCOTLAND
$499. 00
Bottle
$5988.00 Dozen

ABV: 57.5%

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.
Following in a long tradition of 'Reds', the 2022 limited release sees the super peated Campbeltowner aged for seven years in Bourbon barrels before ageing for an additional four years in fresh Tawny Port casks. 8,400 bottles were produced at a natural strength of 57.5% ABV. Non-chill filtered.

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Longrow 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - 2019 bottling

Campbeltown, SCOTLAND
$1799. 00
Bottle
$21588.00 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. There is some minor scuffing to the boxes.
Probably distilled around 1998, this is reported to be a relatively small outturn of around 3500 bottles. You can expect the peat to be slightly subdued from the extra time in barrel. To our knowledge, it's one of the oldest Longrow's ever released. 46% Alc./Vol.

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Longrow 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - 2022 bottling

Campbeltown, SCOTLAND
$999. 00
Bottle
$11988.00 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. There is some minor scuffing to the boxes.
Like the Local Barleys, the annual Longrow limited editions have garnered a cult following. Ever since 1973, a run of twice-distilled peated malt has been produced at Springbank (Springbank itself is two and a half times distilled). Named after an earlier distillery in Campbeltown, Longrow's creation was prompted by a whisky shortage. According to Serge Valentin, it shares parallels with Tobermory’s Ledaig and Clynelish’s Brora. All were created because Islay whisky was in short supply after severe droughts in the late 1960s, and because of the temporary closure of Caol Ila. Expect a peaty punch. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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Longrow Peated Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Campbeltown, SCOTLAND
Reduced from $199.99
$159. 99
Bottle
$1919.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Collectors note: Unlike previous editions, this version was released without the original box. This is Springbank's contribution to saving the environment. 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.
Ever since 1973, a run of twice distilled peated malt has been produced at Springbank (Springbank itself is two and a half times distilled). Named after an earlier distillery in Campbeltown, Longrow's creation was prompted by a whisky shortage. According to Serge Valentin, it shares parallels with Tobermory’s Ledaig and Clynelish’s Brora. All were created because Islay whisky was in short supply after severe droughts in the late 1960s, and because of the temporary closure of Caol Ila.
Longrow has always been up there with some of the peatiest whiskies available, having phenol levels matching the likes of Ardbeg. Typically matured in both sherry and bourbon casks, for many whisky lovers, it's also the best non-Islay peated malt on the market - probably because it's not just about smoke. It also retains some of Campbeltown's coastal character for added interest.
Reviewed in 2020... This NAS edition replaced the Longrow C.V. bottling circa 2013 which contained 6, 10 and 14-year-old whiskies, so expect a similar composition here. Clear bright gold. Initially reticent with light citrus and grassy / farmyard notes developing to choc fudge and sooty peat. Hints of Fisherman's Friend, pipe tobacco and smoked fish in later passes. Full bodied and nicely balanced with a delicious integration of peat-soaked vanilla, peppery malt and coastal freshness. Ends dry, pleasantly spicy and vibrant with suggestions of Fisherman's Friend, kelp and cocoa in the fade. Earthy, coastal and complex. Great stuff. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Other reviews... [+/- 2020 bottling] The plainest, purest, cheapest, simplest Longrow, and certainly not my least favourite, although I have to confess that I haven't tried it since 2015 (WF 89). This wee NAS is said to gather whiskies aged from 7 to 14, matured in a variety of casks (most refill, according to the refreshingly light colour). Colour: white wine. Nose: some pinewood burning in the fireplace, in a remote chalet in the Alps, while you're having a quick sauna (oils, ointments) with a glass of chardonnay in hand (would one do that?) and a plate of oysters on the side. There's also more spices than usual, at least that's my feeling. Curry, pepper, heavy nutmeg… Did they strengthen the oak treatment? Mouth: indeed it may be a little oakier and spicier than usual, but I'm totally fine with these notes of mustard, tobacco, mussels cooked in curry sauce, these tiny burnt touches reminiscent of burnt tyres, the ashes… Finish: very long, saltier yet, lemony, mustardy, peppery, with a sweeter aftertaste. Comments: still love it, even if I have the impression that it became more modern, so more wood-driven than before. 87 points - whiskyfun.com
Winner: Best Campbeltown Single Malt - 2013 World Whiskies Awards

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Whisky and Scotland inseparably intertwined.

Made from the most elemental of ingredients, water and 100% malted barley, Single Malt Whisky has become inextricably woven into the fabric of Scotland's history, culture and customs. Indeed, there are few drinks which are so closely related to the land of their birth than Scotch (even though most distilleries nowadays are not actually owned by the Scots.)

Malt Whiskies, which differ considerably in flavour according to the distillery and region from which they come, tend to have a more pronounced bouquet and flavour than grain-heavy blended whiskies. By definition, malt whiskies are also single distillery, made by the one distiller in the one location. They offer something blends generally don't: a sense of time and place that translates into a one-of-a-kind flavour sensation influenced by the water source, the shape and size of the stills, the type of cask, age and the degree of peating. If you're new to whisky, it's worth reading our Scotch Whisky primer here.

How Single Malt Scotch suddenly became so popular...

90% of the single malt Scotch produced continues to be used to make blended whisky, and the proportion was once much higher than that. Glenfiddich's famous 'Special Reserve Pure Malt' was the whisky that introduced and popularised the bottling of Single Malts to the world. Glen Grant, Macallan and others followed suit and in the 1980s malts started to gain a reputation as a 'more authentic' product than blends. At the same time, the popularity of vodka and other spirits began threatening the market share. In response, blenders dropped their prices. Unfortunately, consumer's perceptions of blended whisky were also lowered. A sense of snobbery developed against the 'cheap' and 'inferior' blends. Unjustified as this was (and remains), it was a sequence of events that helped prepare the way for the current Single Malt boom. So successful has the rise of Single malt been that the industry has found itself in a position of deficit. Older malts are becoming increasingly rare and pricey, partly accounting for the present trend of N.A.S. ('No Age Statement') bottlings and limited edition collector releases.

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