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1993 Old Forester 13 Year Old Birthday Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)

Kentucky, UNITED STATES

$2499. 00
Bottle
$29988.00 Dozen

ABV: 48%

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks.
Being vintage-dated releases of hand-picked barrels, the Birthday Bourbons will vary in style from year to year. According to the Master Distiller, this edition is characterised by a naturally spiced palate that comes with a cool, refreshing hint of spearmint. Bottled in 2006 at 48% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... The same vintage as last year’s Birthday Bourbon but aged one year longer. Last year’s version was quite intense with a lot of wood influence. What does one more year in wood do to the whisky? Surprisingly, the oak spice seems less dominant, and the flavors are more balanced. Still, this is still a serious bourbon drinker’s bourbon. Piquant, dried spice notes of vanilla, cocoa, mint, and cinnamon are tamed by layers of maple syrup, caramel, and toffee. Every once in a while some fruits try to get recognized. A powerful, after dinner bourbon. 88 points - whiskyadvocate.com

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Fall 1995 Old Forester 8 Year Old Birthday Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)

Kentucky, UNITED STATES

$1999. 00
Bottle
$23988.00 Dozen

ABV: 47%

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks.
Birthday Bourbon celebrates the birthday of George Garvin Brown, the founder of Brown-Forman and the current owners of the Old Forester brand. Sought after for its rich tapestry of flavours, the whiskey's profile is known to run through Summer fruits, buttercream, sugar cookies and apricots, with a palate that transitions to leather and stout oak, and a finish characterized by toasted almond and walnuts. However, unlike the standard Old Forester bottlings which are a blend of whiskeys from several different years, Birthday Bourbon is a vintage-dated release. Hence, each vintage is slightly different. This now 'antique' bottling was aged from the Fall of 1995 until 2004. Of other bottlings in this series, Jim Murray has commented, "It is one of the most rye-studded stars in the Bourbon firmament and wholly in keeping with the fabulous quality for which this brand has now become a byword." 47% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... just so wonderfully fruity and full: the stuff of traditional British fruit cake. Yet it doesn't come more American than this... 94 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2008

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1990 Isle of Jura Rare Vintage Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Isle of Jura, SCOTLAND

$1499. 00
Bottle
$17988.00 Dozen

ABV: 46.5%

Part of a new series shining a light on the distillery’s exceptional spirit from a bygone era. Distilled on 5th December 1990, as cool winter temperatures prevailed, Jura's grassy new make was filled into ex-bourbon barrels to slowly mature for 26 years followed by a further three years in an Amoroso Oloroso Sherry butt. Crafted from non-peated barley and bottled in 2020 at 46.5%, this very limited collectable comes housed in a handsome, engraved oak presentation case with 900 bottles available globally. Non-chill-filtered.
Notes from the bottlers... NOSE: Peaches and cinnamon, followed by mango, liquorish and nutty marzipan. TASTE: Black forest fruits, raspberries, sweet apple pie, gooseberries, vanilla custard and crushed almonds.

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Southern Comfort Blood Orange Liqueur (1000ml)

Kentucky, UNITED STATES

$99. 99
Bottle
$1199.88 Dozen

ABV: 27.5%

Set to rival more traditional Italian brands, Southern Comfort is making a splash with a new Blood Orange variant. Originally available for Travel Retail and landing in a big one litre format, expect flavours of cinnamon, orange, lemon peel and marmalade sweetness. Try it chilled on ice or mix it up in a Blood Orange Fizz or Old Fashioned. 27.5% Alc./Vol.

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Rabbit Tale Cavehill Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey (700ml)

Kentucky, UNITED STATES

$114. 99
Bottle
$1379.88 Dozen

ABV: 47.5%

Rabbit Tale “Cavehill” is one of the company's flagship offerings, labelled as a 'four-grain triple malt' recipe due to its mash bill of 70% Corn, 10% Malted Wheat, 10% Malted Barley and 10% Honey Malted Barley. Aged for a minimum of three years in new American oak barrels, the palate is described as warming with hints of citrus, melted toffee and vanilla bean. 47.5% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... I’ve got to give it to Rabbit Hole, out of the gate their whiskeys weren’t overly exciting, but as the distillery has matured, so has their approach to their whiskeys. Made in small 15 barrel batches, Cavehill with its unique mashbill offers an interesting flavor profile in an extremely accessible and friendly sip. This is a great next step for many whiskey drinkers looking for something a touch more interesting, but fear going too far over the line. Its approachable delivery of sweet, but not-too-sweet flavors against a more traditional spice and peppery finish works well. It’s young and lacks complexity, but brings a clean and bright taste to its delivery. It's accessible in all the right ways, and while it might not immediately wow, it maintains a level of intrigue that makes it quite a bit of fun to drink. - breakingbourbon.com

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Isle of Jura Red Wine Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Isle of Jura, SCOTLAND

$84. 99
Bottle
$1019.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Since the 2018 relaunch of the core Jura single malts, their “Signature Series” has been gradually expanding. Starting in 2020, a subset of “Cask Editions” were added. One of them is the Red Wine Cask Edition. The wine type is not stated, but the finishing is reported to add rich berry flavours. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Jura these days appears to be making bold statements. And often they include broad brush strokes on a selected target: here is the fruit. There is definitely an unfortunate niggle to the finish. But that is more than compensated by the beguiling nose and the vivid delivery and follow-through. Just...Wow! 89 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024
Notes from the producers... NOSE: Sultanas, creamy caramel, black forest fruits and a hint of heather honey. TASTE: Raspberries, strawberries, creamy vanilla and cinnamon spice.

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Jack Daniels McLXJD 2024 McLaren Edition Tennessee Whiskey (700ml)

Tennessee, UNITED STATES

$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Another celebration of Jack Daniel’s partnership with the McLaren Formula 1 team gives fans the opportunity to own a piece of brand history. The striking limited edition design commemorates Mr. Jack Daniel himself and Bruce McLaren. Aged for four years in new charred oak casks. 40% Alc./Vol.

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Whitley Neill Distiller's Cut London Dry Gin (700ml)

UNITED KINGDOM

$65. 99
Bottle
$791.88 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Of the many gins in their portfolio, Whitley Neill considers this to be their most classic. Focusing on just one citrus: dried orange peel, it remains true to the minimalist recipes of traditional London Drys, the short list of other botanicals including juniper, coriander, angelica root and liquorice root. The resulting gin delivers strong notes of candied orange, a touch of white pepper and a solid backbone of juniper with a pleasant oily texture that cools the mouth. Distilled at the multi-award-winning City of London Distillery, the first, and still the only, gin distillery in The City of London in 200 years. 43% Alc./Vol.
2023 San Francisco World Spirits Competition Double Gold Winner
2023 The Spirits Business Gin Masters Gold Winner

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Kings County Distillery Peated Bourbon Whiskey (750ml)

Brooklyn, New York, UNITED STATES

$185. 00
Bottle
$2220.00 Dozen

ABV: 45%

Closure: Cork

From New York City’s oldest operating whiskey distillery, the first since prohibition. Founded in 2010, Kings County operates out of the 118-year-old Paymaster Building in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. This little gem is described as a "Scotch-meets-bourbon hybrid", aged in a new barrel, yet with a light, smoky, peat-infused finish reminiscent of a single-malt.
Tasting note: Deep polished copper colour. Nice legs. Pencil shavings, new sawn oak, vanilla, orange zest and grilled corn aromas followed by a complex, pure, oily, semi-sweet delivery: Juicy and malt-like in the middle stages then gently tannic, corn-heavy to finish with hints of cocoa, leather and oak shavings. Beautifully textured. The peat remains in the shadows. 45% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Dark muscovado sugars mixed with orange peel, liquorice… and peat reek!!! Adorable delivery: thick corn oil is awash with molten muscovado. The smoke keeps a respectful distance, but is there with ever-thickening tannins; spices grow, the peat murmurs, the tannins throb quietly amid residual sugars… Quite stunningly lovely.
94 points. - Jim Murray's Whiskey Bible 2017
...Double-Gold 2016, Gold 2017. ADI Craft Spirit Awards: silver medal 2016, 2017. ACSA Awards: bronze 2016, 2017. International Whisky Competition, Silver (Small Batch Bourbon), 2017.
Legend has it that this unique bourbon resulted from malt shortage at the distillery. Faced with a waning supply of malted barley (which makes up 20% of KCD's regular mash bill) a distiller grabbed some peated malt by accident to finish the batch. A year later, the spirit was sampled and the results were so delicious that KCD decided to make a thing of it.
To be clear, this is not a classic bourbon finished in a peated cask. It's a whiskey that conforms to the requirements for bourbon, yet is made with a percentage of peated malt. Obviously, this is a practice more commonly associated with Scotch whiskies and the malt Kings County use for this whiskey was even grown and kilned in Scotland. The peated malt represents 30% of the mash bill alongside 70% New York State organic corn (from Klaus and Mary Howell-Martens at Lakeview Organic Grain).

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Kings County Straight Bourbon (750ml)

Brooklyn, New York, UNITED STATES

$185. 00
Bottle
$2220.00 Dozen

ABV: 45%

Closure: Cork

Tasting note: [Batch 133A] Made from New York State organic corn and malted barley from the U.K. Bright topaz / polished copper. Delicate woody aromas of balsa, fresh cut cedar and hints of liquorice before the sugars come to the fore as banana bread, light sticky date, caramel fudge and vanilla. A peppery edge balances the sweeter notes. Youthful and chewy but already delicious with well rounded flavours of salted caramel, nut chocolate, popcorn and black peppercorns. The finish adds dried banana, peach and late caramel fudge. At just over two years young, this Bourbon already has impressive structure and feel. 45% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Gold Medal - 2017 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Earlier batch tasted... Simple & satisfying. 89 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2020

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Whitley Neill Black Cherry Gin (700ml)

UNITED KINGDOM

$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 41.3%

Notes from the producers... Initial aromas of cherries are followed by hints of almonds with a faint wisp of chocolate. The palate offers rich flavours of stewed cherries and fruits with a very slight tartness on the finish. A well balanced and long and intense finish with a pleasing aftertaste. Botanicals include juniper berries, coriander seed, cassia bark, orris root, angelica root, sweet orange, lemon peel, liquorice root and black cherry. 41.3% Alc./Vol.
2023 World Gin Awards Gold Winner
2023 International Spirits Challenge Silver Winner

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The Macallan Sherry Oak Cask 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Annual 2023 Release

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$1299. 00
Bottle
$15588.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Part of the distillery's Sherry Oak range, this older age statement is 100% matured in Oloroso sherry seasoned casks from Jerez, Spain. Over nearly two decades, the rich, fruity and full bodied 'new make' spirit is transformed into an iconic malt characterised by the mature oak, ginger and raisin flavours. 43% Alc./Vol.

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G.E. Massenez La Baguette Liqueur (700ml)

Alsace, FRANCE

$66. 99
Bottle
$803.88 Dozen

ABV: 25%

Here's a novel addition to the liqueur category. Imagine the smell of fresh, crusty bread just out of the oven recaptured in liquid form. Massenez have attempted just that in what is the world’s first Baguette liqueur. Perfect for culinary Francophiles and creative mixologists to incorporate into desserts or cocktails. 25% Alc./Vol.
Notes from the producers... Nose: Floral. Toasted. Palate: Almond. Hazelnut. Crispy peat.

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Bunnahabhain 12 Year Old Cask Strength 2023 Release Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND

$180. 00
Bottle
$2160.00 Dozen

ABV: 60.1%

"...a damn good dram ... Profile-wise, this sits somewhere between the 2021 and the 2022. Quality-wise, though, this is on-par with the 2022... " - dramface.com
Only a minority of whisky lovers will ever make the pilgrimage to Islay. For those who do, Bunnahabhain's remote location in the far north east means it's often last on the list - one reason why the distillery started to bottle this little gem several years ago. The annual cask strength editions give people from around the world a chance to experience unpeated, all-natural Bunnah' without having to travel. The 2023 edition is the third release to date, landing at a significantly higher ABV than its predecessors, retaining a full spectrum of flavours partly derived from time in Oloroso sherry casks. According to the distillery, it delivers a fruitier profile boasting notes of stone fruits and figs with the spices less prominent on the finish. Like the previous two releases, it comes bottled without chill filtration. 60.1% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... "In discussions of Islay drams Bunnahabhain is sometimes categorized as a lighter spirit compared to the island’s other distillates since it is usually unpeated (but does of course make some peated malt). This dram clearly shows why that’s largely mistaken; this distillate is substantial, oily, and heavy. There’s a reason why it stands up so well to heavy sherry maturation: the spirit can handle it... This is a damn good dram ... Profile-wise, this sits somewhere between the 2021 and the 2022. Quality-wise, though, this is on-par with the 2022... Some sherry qualities such as cinnamon and sweet fruits, but right off the bat you can tell that this isn’t a repeat of last year’s 2022 release. The sherried qualities are balanced by some wood and malty notes. The high ABV clearly comes through on the nose but not quite as much as the hefty 60.1% would lead you to believe. Booze-soaked hazelnuts stored in an oak box. A distant coastal salty quality. There’s a notable earthy quality to this as well that also sets it apart from the 2022. Sitting in the glass a while, and a few drops of water, brings out some light floral notes...It’s heavy, it’s sherried but by no means a sherry bomb, it’s complex, and its different dimensions are nicely balanced against each other to create a sensory equilibrium that allows accessible exploration of different facets of the house spirit. There’s plenty for me to explore here all evening in this one dram. For me, that’s pretty close to the definition of a satisfying dram, and it’s one of the better Bunnahabhains I’ve tried." - Drummond Dunmore, Dramface
Notes from the producers... Nose: Floral and nutty with notes of marzipan, hazelnut, almond cream and morello cherries. Palate: Roasted nuts and spice lead the way with cinnamon and cloves fading to reveal soft notes of butterscotch, toffee, sultanas and a gentle hint of coffee. Finish: Lingering notes of cloves, hazelnut and cocoa.

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G.E. Massenez Roquefort (Blue Cheese) Liqueur (700ml)

Alsace, FRANCE

$77. 99
Bottle
$935.88 Dozen

ABV: 25%

A liqueur crafted via the maceration of Roquefort cheese from the Caves Baragnaudes. Delicately sweetened, it offers intense aromas and a flavours that mirror the robust and salty undertones of the iconic French cheese. Use it to enhance meat dishes, chicory, walnut salads and fruity desserts. Alternatively, serve it as an aperitif. Contains milk. 25% Alc./Vol.

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The Macallan Classic Cut 2023 Edition Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$220. 00
Bottle
$2640.00 Dozen

ABV: 50.3%

Macallan's cask strength 2023 edition was matured in ex-Bourbon American oak and sherry seasoned European oak casks. The Master Distiller comments, at full strength the prominent character of the spirit is pear. When ‘one cut’ of water is added, the strength is reduced to around 40%, and almond biscotti steps forward as the keynote. 50.3% Alc./Vol.

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Lagavulin The Ink of Legends 12 Year Old (Special Release 2023) Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND

$189. 99
Bottle
$2279.88 Dozen

ABV: 56.4%

Out of the ordinary is this Lagavulin finished in casks that previously held Don Julio Añejo tequila. The secondary maturation brings layers of bright, herbal smoke and dark plum fruit to the already notoriously smoky island dram. This year's artwork is inspired by the spirit of intensity that Lagavulin exemplifies while exploring the symbols of the ancient Mesoamerican art of tattoo. 56.4% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Very pale and peaty, with lime zest, smoked lemon, green gooseberry, brine, and cooked agave aromas, the smoke and tequila cask notes are well-balanced, sharp, and invigorating. Lime, agave, caramel, and vanilla sweetness, with smoke on the back of the palate, cooked plum fruitiness, and a growing sense of minerality, green herbal notes, and zesty lime. Be generous with the water; this Lagavulin can take it. 93 points - whiskyadvocate.com
Notes from the producers... Nose: The immediate aromas are slightly more medicinal than smoky, showing hints of carbolic soap and soothing rub that soon mingle with aromatic wood smoke from a driftwood bonfire on the beach. As the intense, herbal smoke takes over, a savoury note drifts through it, suggesting barbecued pork. Taste: At natural strength, the robust texture is creamy-smooth and mouth-filling, while with its ever-richer swirling flavours the taste is sweet at first and citrus-like, adds a good sprinkling of salt, then reveals notes of juicy plum in an increasingly smoky and lip-tingling finale. Finish: Long, with a salty tang and finishing very smoky, with just a hint of that light meatiness in a smoky aftertaste that is both lingering and mouth-cooling. It is drying, with a lovely warm-heartedness.

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Benriach Malting Season Third Edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$140. 00
Bottle
$1680.00 Dozen

ABV: 48.3%

The third annual Malting Season release celebrates the distillery floor maltings which lie at the heart of Benriach distillery. This is a few years older than the first and second editions, with an average age of ten years (combining 9.5 and 10.5 year old stocks malted and distilled in the Autumn of 2012 and 2013). Concerto barley and maturation in a combination of virgin oak casks and first fill ex-bourbon casks continue the established theme. Bottled 2023. 48.3% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... As a reminder, Malting Season is meant to highlight Benriach’s use of floor maltings (for this release only), a bygone and laborious malting process in use by only one other Speyside distillery. At the time of the line’s launch back in 2021, it was suggested that different barley varietals could be used in future releases, but this third edition, like the two that preceded it, has been made with Concerto barley. Likewise, the maturation has continued the trend of dual cask aging in ex-bourbon and American virgin oak casks. The abv, however, is the lowest of the line to date. We’ve enjoyed the pair of past releases. Let’s see if Benriach can nail three in a row. The nose is once again sweet and malty, chock full of cooked cereal notes. The virgin oak cask comes across a little clearer than past releases with plenty of fresh sawn lumber and concentrated vanilla notes that only serve to enhance the freshness of the aroma. Underneath it all, a bit of straw and faint lemon peel continues an ongoing theme. The palate is once again remarkably crisp and clean with a lightly oily body that shows a bit less of the chewy texture from the second edition. Elegant notes of vanilla cream, clover honey, and almond cookies offer an impressive depth of flavor to savor across the sip. A bit of barley spice accentuates a gentle, even warmth and propels things into a sweet, silky finish accented by notes of minted syrup, stone fruit, and lemon candies. As Chris said of the second edition, another banger. - drinkhacker.com
"A fruitcake-like mix of fruity and spicy aromas (dried and fresh orchard fruits, nutmeg, cardamom) fill the nose with a hint of milk chocolate. The palate is rich and malty, with toasted spice flavors, ginger, and cocoa with additional flavor reminiscent of pear cider and mixed dried fruits. There's a well balanced finish that's simultaneously fruity, toasty, and warming with subtle florality." 91 points - distiller.com
Notes from the producers... Nose: Freshly harvested barley and orchard fruit meld with wild bergamot, pear and meadowsweet honey layered on gently kilned malt. Taste: Smooth creamy malt carries a burst of clementine, floral honey and gentle barley spice. Finish: Medium long, with apricot, malted almond and traces of wild cherry.

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Glenfiddich Toasted Oak Reserve 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$250. 00
Bottle
$3000.00 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.

Another of the many limited releases from Glenfiddich in the naughties. Fully matured in first-fill, toasted American Oak, expect a light, oak-driven, syrupy sweetness with a roasted nut and toffee finish, layered over Glenfiddich's typical medium-bodied, spicy malt.

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Jameson Single Pot Still Irish Whiskey (700ml)

IRELAND

$109. 99
Bottle
$1319.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

This is the first time since the 1960s that a Jameson Single Pot Still has been made available as a core expression. True to the pot still category, it's triple distilled from malted and unmalted barley and bottled at 46% ABV, without chill filtration making it a Jameson to rival Scottish single malts for depth of flavour. Matured in a combination of five oak casks: Virgin Irish oak, Virgin European oak, Virgin American oak, ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry, it promises a rich, textural, Irish whiskey experience.
Notes from the producers... AROMA: Opens with wood-driven spices of cinnamon and nutmeg intertwined with rich toasted oak, sweet honeycomb and salted caramel. Zesty fruit notes linger in the background along with dairy fudge, butterscotch and vanilla while the pot still spices continue to build over time complementing the earthy woodland notes and ripe fruits. TASTE: Rich dark chocolate, spicy toffee and ground cinnamon with hints of freshly grated ginger and touches of orange peel. The combination of fresh and seasoned oak adds intricate and layered sweet and smoked-wood tones with delicate tannins, working in balance with the pot still’s silky texture.

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Darkness Benriach Moscatel Cask Finish 7 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (500ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

Reduced from $150.00
$119. 99
Bottle
$1439.88 Dozen

ABV: 56.8%

A Benriach distilled towards the tail end of Billy Walker’s time at the helm. Brown Forman have since taken over and Rachel Barrie has crafted a more moderate but well-curated selection. The style is fruity, medium to full-bodied and in this case, initially matured in ex-bourbon wood then given a stopover inside a small Moscatel cask. Similar examples we've tasted tend to acquire an exotic fruit quality from these casks, so expect something a little unusual. 56.8% Alc./Vol.
Notes from the bottlers... On the nose there are aromas of vanilla wafers, raspberry, red licorice and peppermint. The flavours are fresh on the palate, with eucalyptus and menthol. This becomes syrupy, with melted chocolate and brazil nuts. The finish has a lasting freshness, with cocoa, peppermint and spice.

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Aerolite Lyndsay 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND

Reduced from $120.00
$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 46%

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"...well-composed, well-balanced and above all super tasty.." - thedramble.com
Bottled in a yester-year presentation, the story behind this whisky has been kept sparse putting the focus on the liquid inside. What we do know is that the curious name is an anagram of ‘ten-year-old Islay', it's a peated single malt sourced from an undisclosed distillery, and it's aged in a blend of bourbon barrels, sherry quarter casks and a small portion of 'mystery' casks. Dr. Sam Simmons, head of whisky at Atom Brands adds "If we do single malt we’re going to try to twist it. With Aerolite I’ve used strange casks to pull away from that distillery style to do something new." All the typical Islay notes are well represented: Sweet peat reek, smoke and dark chocolate combined with a fresh citrus-menthol lift and a whiff of ocean air. Medium bodied, tangy and textural through the middle stages, the finish loses a little momentum, encouraging you to pour another glass. Clearly created for a broad audience, this could easily be mistaken for Caol Ila 12 year old. The phenols remain balanced enough to make it appealing to non-peated whisky drinkers and beginners alike. 46% Alc./Vol. Non-chill filtered.
Other reviews... successfully embodies several common aspects of Islay’s peated whisky output – it ably straddles maritime smoke, coastal minerality and natural sweetness. The end result is not deep, nor complex, but it’s well-composed, well-balanced and above all super tasty. Whilst it might be as (deliberately) as vague as they come, this is fairly-priced, evocative and dangerously drinkable. - thedramble.com
...A funny bottling from Atom that is an anagram of ’ten year old Islay’ and apparently hails from one Islay distillery after maturation in 70% bourbon barrels, 25% Spanish oak ex-sherry quarter casks and 5% ‘mystery casks’. The label also mentions ‘peat smoke-breathing dragons’. Let’s hope no one tells the SWA as I’m pretty sure that would not be permitted under their current production regulations. It’s possible the good folks at Atom were also smoking something. Colour: white wine. Nose: clean, coastal and fresh. Smoky grist, barley, heather, soot, wet rocks and sheep wool. Modern, clean, peaty Islay whisky in other words. It’s just a little unremarkable perhaps. Some nice lemony notes emerge in time. Mouth: rather autolytic and slightly yeasty. Smoked biscuits or something like that. Again this sheep wool oiliness, some carbolic acidity, heather ale and more smoky/sooty notes. Touches of lemon juice and a light tarriness. Finish: decent length, coal embers, heather smoke, peat and some peppery and briny notes. Comments: Yes, it all sounds a tad silly. But the whisky is perfectly quaffable and pretty typical modern Islay single malt. For the price tag I think it’s a fair drop. Let’s all buy some so we can keep those good folks from Tunbridge Wells in suitably jazzy narcotics! 84 points - whiskyfun.com
Category Winner - Islay Single Malt 12 Years and Under - 2020 World Whiskies Awards
Double Gold - Independent Merchant Single Malt - San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2020
Gold - Scotch Single Malt - Islay - International Wine & Spirit Competition 2022
Notes from the bottlers... A meaty nose with aromas of salted caramel and maple sweetness, hints of leather and big chipotle spices. Smoky and sweet palate with refreshing menthol character, sweet BBQ smoke and intense dark chocolate. A smooth finish with anise and liquorice, lingering ash and charcoal, and lifted caramel sweetness and citrus.

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

UNITED KINGDOM

Reduced from $99.99
$49. 99
Bottle
$599.88 Dozen

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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Talisker The Wild Explorador (Special Release 2023) Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Isle of Skye, SCOTLAND

$149. 99
Bottle
$1799.88 Dozen

ABV: 59.7%

According to Serge at whiskyfun.com, Talisker has become much peatier and spicier in recent years (which is what many like). Diageo's latest Special release is a case in point. It's also the only NAS whisky in the series. 59.7% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Finished in a combination of white, tawny, and ruby port casks. The white port is noticeable first, soaking up the saltiness of seashell-decorated sandcastles and spices to leave a dry crisp nose, with later floral and fruity notes joining a peaty tang of green herbal and oily fish aromas. Red apple, cherry, cranberry, raspberry, and morello cherry flavors become dry and mouth-drawing before breaking into salted caramel creaminess with banoffee pie and a forceful spicy finish. 91 points - whiskyadvocate.com
Well, they've certainly put Talisker through its paces in recent years, with a huge variety of cask finishes. But Talisker is a big boy, it can always hold its own... Colour: pale gold. Nose: inevitably, after a Talisker of the same age but completely natural, the sojourn in these Port casks, inevitably sweet, is even more apparent by contrast. Rest assured, there's no tenfold raspberry and blackcurrant jams, but still sultanas and figs initially, before the coastal power takes the lead again, without completely eradicating the sweet wine. There are very pretty notes of black nougat. Or rather of turrón, since we are in the Iberian Peninsula (sort of). With water: salty and peppery walnut liqueur. Mouth (neat): it's amusing, the Port has added notes of dry sherry, with walnuts upfront, but also a bit of moscatel. Is it the white Port speaking? With water: we return to Skye, to pepper liqueur, ashes, dry smoke, but also green pepper and simply salt. All this works very well. Finish: long, quite herbaceous, less sugary than I feared. Horseradish and chilli make for a warm and spicy continuation, you could splash some of this Talisker on spaghetti with tomato sauce. Or on some Portuguese dish, I suppose... Comments: so, a Talisker for chefs? The ones who always cook with whisky – and sometimes even add some to the food? It's very, very good, I don't think the Port has softened it too much. 88 points - whiskyfun.com

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Clynelish The Jazz Crescendo 10 Year Old (Special Release 2023) Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND

$199. 00
Bottle
$2388.00 Dozen

ABV: 57.5%

Clynelish chasers will be pleased to get their hands on the latest Special release, which reportedly delivers on those sought-after waxy notes - but water is needed to draw them out. 57.5% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Finely ground spice, honey, shortbread, vanilla sponge, and lightly toasted oak, with a muted hint of salted caramel on the nose. The palate offers juicy mandarin oranges, lime zest, and pepper. It develops a plump texture with flavors of sweet vanilla sponge cake, ground hazelnut, cinnamon, and caramel syrup over toasted waffles. This takes water beautifully, boosting the vanilla and adding sanded oak without turning down the spices. 90 points - whiskyadvocate.com
...Two of my favourite things in life, Clynelish and jazz, connected in a bottle of whisky! The label seems to show a young Sonny Rollins playing the trumpet in a rather 'Miles' stance (trumpet heavily pointing downwards), an unusual sight indeed but why not? One day I'll tell you about the time I almost had an argument with Dizzy Gillespie and Clark Terry at a Miles Davis concert at the Nice festival, but that's a story for another time… Yes, I know, I've already promised I'd tell it. Colour: pale gold. Nose: quite an unusual nose, initially on adhesives and varnishes, then on dough, cut grass, and apple peel. Water should awaken all this (in lieu of using a trumpet). With water: the proverbial wax, absent at cask strength, suddenly comes out of the woodwork, so to speak. It becomes both simple and beautiful at once. Old apples, beeswax, tangerine peel. Palate (neat): it's very tense, very lemony and on green apple, with a bit of cane sugar and quite a bit of green tea. Citrus liqueur but no wax so far. With water: water works miracles, here is a pure Clynelish, taut, without frills. Finish: long, fresh, and, you guessed it, on wax, citrus, and apple. Comments: water is mandatory here, without any this baby Clynelish remains hidden in its shell. 88 points - whiskyfun.com

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Oban The Soul of Calypso 11 Year Old (Special Release 2023) Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND

$169. 99
Bottle
$2039.88 Dozen

ABV: 58%

This year's Oban comes finished in casks that previously held Caribbean Pot Still rum. The combination evokes tropical fruits, sugar cane and mango, building on Oban's fusion of Highland and Island styles. 58% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Himalayan salt bricks, ground pepper, grapefruit peel, and herbal notes, with a hint of dairy toffee on the nose. Sweet tropical fruit flavors—mango, papaya, and lychee—then salted caramel, lemon bonbons, rich toffee, and long-lasting spice on the finish. Water adds lime marmalade and a more oily texture. There are sufficient Oban signature notes here, but the rum cask finish twists it into exciting new directions. 90 points - whiskyadvocate.com
...Well, it seems we shouldn't expect too much of malt whiskies in their natural state anymore; finishes are really becoming common everywhere, even in more or less prestigious ranges, which seems a bit contradictory. In our simple minds, finishes are the cheap versions of malt whiskies, done exclusively for clumsy newcomers (exaggerating a wee bit, once more). Colour: white wine. Nose: a form of sweetness is felt, orange syrup, guava, but not really high-ester rum, at least not notes that could be clearly attributed to any Jamaican pot still, for example, rather than the saline and slightly mustardy character of Oban. Let's see what water will do: not much further development, other than a curiously 'Talisker' side, smoky, with damp earth and polish. Much less exotic fruit than I expected, in the end. Mouth (neat): very powerful, very salty, always with mustard, black olive... With water: more sweetness, around a cough syrup to which honey, Italian bitter, and oranges have been added. I don't find it particularly tropical. Finish: long, earthy and rooty, this time with indeed exotic touches. Mustard returns in the aftertaste, with pepper, nutmeg and a bit of paraffin. Comments: I'm not too sure, actually, in the long term (let's say twenty minutes) the rum notes do come and go. But it remains Oban and I really like Oban. 85 points - whiskyfun.com

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1792 Bottled In Bond Vol.II Single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey (750ml) - Whiskey Hunt Australia Exclusive - Retail Partner Release

Kentucky, UNITED STATES

$150. 00
Bottle
$1800.00 Dozen

ABV: 50%

For this barrel selection, WHA called in some of the most experienced whiskey folks they know - their six retail partners around Australia. Samples were distributed with simple instructions: Give each example a rating along with your tasting notes. WHA tallied up the scores and the result was this 1792 Bottled in Bond Bourbon single barrel pick. American whiskey boffins will already know that in 1897, the Bottled-in-Bond Act revolutionized the quality of American whiskey, requiring that it be a product of the grain of a single season, made by one distiller at a single distillery and aged in a federal government-bonded warehouse. The act came as a response to the widespread adulteration in American whiskey around the late 19th century. It was an attempt by the federal government to act as a guarantor of the spirit's authenticity. Carrying on that tradition, barrel # 8175 was filled on the 10/10/14 and bottled on the 1/6/23 making it eight years and eight months old with a yield of 192 bottles for Australia only. The group tasting notes include aromas and flavours of white chocolate, cherry strudel, light brown sugar, coconut husk, baking spice, banana bread, nutmeg, vanilla, light oak & cherry with a finish of light oak and brown lingering sugars. 50% Alc./Vol.

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Glenkinchie The Floral Treasure 27 Year Old (Special Release 2023) Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$520. 00
Bottle
$6240.00 Dozen

ABV: 58.3%

The oldest age statement in Diageo's Special Releases 2023 is from the little known Lowland distillery, Glenkinchie. Nicknamed 'The Floral Treasure', it was aged in a mix of refill American and European oak barrels and butts, then bottled at natural strength. The result sees Glenkinchie's classic grassy notes complemented with layers of spice. 58.3% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Vanilla, whole almond, and noticeably grassy, with attractive floral notes, chamomile, and lemon, but it feels the nose would open up more with water. Sweet and honeyed to taste, with nippy clove and bitter lemon sweetening to fudge, lemon meringue pie, and light oak, with more lemon zest, cinnamon, maltiness, and Lotus Biscoff to finish. Water really helps to soften those spices. 90 points - whiskyadvocate.com

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The Singleton of Glendullan The Silken Gown 14 Year Old (Special Release 2023) Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$149. 99
Bottle
$1799.88 Dozen

ABV: 55%

Diageo launched the Singleton label in 2006 to rival the likes of Glenlivet and Glenfiddich. It went on to become the world’s number one selling single malt brand, now with a triune of labels (the others being Glendullan and Dufftown). A typically a soft and creamy whiskey – hence this year’s title - here you also get to experience Glen Ord at full cask strength, with part of the maturation in French oak casks that previously contained White Burgundy (Chardonnay). 55% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Green apple flesh and light honey on the nose, but it’s mild and delicate and takes time to open up, adding gentle floral notes, Bartlett pear, and white pepper. Caramel apple slices, pepper, white chocolate, grapefruit, white grape, and hints of dried banana and caramel chocolate round out a smooth tasting experience, but this one is at its best with a little water. 91 points - whiskyadvocate.com

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Antioqueno Aguardiente Real (750ml)

COLOMBIA

$64. 99
Bottle
$779.88 Dozen

ABV: 29%

Colombia's national drink, Aguardiente is made from just four ingredients: alcohol, anise and water, and sometimes sugar, but most of the Aguardiente sold nowadays is sugar free. In fact, some would say the only significant differentiator between the various brands is the amount of sugar employed. Antioqueno 'Real' is the new edition of Aguardiente Real 1493 and comes with no added sugar. Its delicate aniseed aroma is enhanced by vanilla from the American oak barrels in which it's matured. Soft in the mouth, it's a light bodied and gently warming spirit that's endlessly mixable. 29% Alc./Vol.

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The Macallan Harmony Collection Amber Meadow Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$350. 00
Bottle
$4200.00 Dozen

ABV: 44.2%

Late 2023 saw the launch of the third release in Macallan's Harmony Collection. Created in collaboration with Paul McCartney's daughters, Stella and Mary McCartney, it's a celebration of the lush, fertile lands of Scotland that connect all those who have stood upon them for generations. The presentation box features photography by Mary McCartney of The Macallan Estate and the team at Macallan has reciprocated, taking inspiration from the Scottish grasslands to create an expression redolent of warm meadows and mature barley fields, with a rich, citrus-scented finish derived from a combination of both sherry seasoned oak and bourbon casks. Also notable in this release is the re-use of natural materials in the packaging, creating beauty from resources at the end of their natural lives. In this case, discarded meadow cuttings have been given new life in the presentation box and bottle labels. 44.2% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Ex-bourbon and sherry-seasoned oak. By rule, when there's no age statement, and yet a hefty price (220€), there is a story, in this case a collaboration with sisters Stella and Mary McCartney. Colour: gold. Nose: yet again this slightly rubbery leafiness, we're actually extremely close to the Triple Cask, just with a little more oomph. Fruit peel, orange zests, some flowers again (honeysuckle), then ripe bananas and a little light rum. Mouth: indeed you would almost believe they used the same juice as that of the Triple Oak. Some oak spices, green teas, bitter almonds, a few raisins, allspice, indeed a little rubber, cinnamon rolls… Finish: medium long, on teas and little demerara sugar, while the aftertaste remains rather leafy. More green tea and a little clove, typical active oak seasoned with young sherry. Comments: long live all the McCartneys – isn't Sir Paul NAS too? 85 points - whiskyfun.com

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Sortilege The Wild North 5 Year Old Canadian Rye Whisky (700ml)

CANADA

$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen

ABV: 43%

Sortilege is a brand best known for its honey and maple-influenced whisky liqueurs, derived from a recipe developed by Quebec’s first settlers. At the time, the settlers would flavour their eau-de-vie with maple syrup. They soon began using it directly during the distillation process, and thus, maple whisky was born. Sortilege have now branched out into whisky, starting with this judicious blend of 5 and 7-year-old batches. In line with other sourced Canadian ryes, it should be soft and just a little sweet. 43% Alc./Vol.

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Tromba Cafeto Tequila Coffee Liqueur (700ml)

Jalisco, MEXICO

$99. 99
Bottle
$1199.88 Dozen

ABV: 35%

This alluring combination of Tromba's 100% agave tequila, artisanal Mexican grown coffee, agave nectar and natural botanicals was developed with a proprietary cold brew process that uses tequila instead of water to extract the coffee's natural flavour - no concentrates or artificial flavours added. 35% Alc./Vol.

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El Jimador Reposado Tequila (700ml)

Jalisco, MEXICO

$59. 99
Bottle
$719.88 Dozen

ABV: 38%

Launched in 1994 and named after the men who hand harvest agaves with a razor sharp coa, the Jimador brand is a sister offering to Herradura. The hugely popular Reposado represents 70% of production and is aged for two months in white oak barrels. While it started life as a 100% agave tequila, it was reduced to a mixto during the 1999/2000 agave crisis but in 2009, El Jimador reclaimed its all-agave status. Famously smooth with notes of cooked agave, vanilla and light caramel sweetness, the producers recommend it with grapefruit soda, lime juice and a hint of salt in a highball glass. 38% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Complex aromas of wet earth, vanilla, jalapeño and campfire ash entice the nose. The palate opens with vanilla, transitioning to a peppery midpalate and finishing long, with delicate violet, coconut, black pepper and cinnamon notes. 93 points - wineenthusiast.com
"Notes of cooked agave, light oak and vanilla are joined by a slight hint of baked cherry pie on the nose. On the palate, this medium-bodied tequila coats the tongue with pleasant vanilla and caramel flavors complemented by more fruit notes, especially cherry and strawberry. Light oak and cinnamon notes and a touch of earthiness add to the complex flavor profile. It presents a medium length finish, with alcohol, white pepper and agave appearing initially before a quick hint of agave nectar and cherry finish things off." 92 points - distiller.com
...Golden straw color. Aromas and flavors of roasted nuts and peppers in wax paper, chocolate citrus peels, epazote-pepper relish, and geranium with a supple, bright, dryish light-to-medium body and a warming, breezy finish evoking accents of herb-bark tincture, pickled chiles, and vanilla almond milk. A savory, herbal Reposado for cocktails. Bronze Medal - tastings.com
4.5 stars - diffordsguide.com
Gold Medal - Premium Reposado - 2020 The Tequila & Mezcal Masters (The Spirits Business)

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2011 Ardbeg Single Cask No.3063 Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND

$1999. 00
Bottle
$23988.00 Dozen

ABV: 63.3%

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

Filled on 19th October 2011, this rare single cask was released exclusively for Ardbeggians in Australia. Described as "a ripper of a dram", Cask no. 3063 was created during a period of experimentation at the distillery. In order to mastermind a malt with a new flavour profile, Dr. Bill Lumsden filled new x-Bourbon casks at higher alcohol levels than normal. Suffice to say it worked… and the result is an outturn for the outback with a unique herbal complexity, all the way from Ardbeg to Adelaide and beyond… Labeled as an Australian Exclusive, we have one unit only from the total yield of 202 bottles. 63.3% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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Sierra Blanco Tequila (700ml)

Jalisco, MEXICO

$59. 99
Bottle
$719.88 Dozen

ABV: 38%

An entry-level mixing Blanco with a fruity aroma and a subtle chilli note. Hints of green apple and young pineapple are accompanied by nuances of pepper on the palate, giving Sierra Blanco a slightly feisty edge. The fact that it comes with its own sombrero is a bonus for the bar shelf! 38% Alc./Vol.
Silver Medal - Mixto Tequila - Blanco - 2020 The Tequila & Mezcal Masters (The Spirits Business)

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Glendronach Batch 10 Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND

$124. 99
Bottle
$1499.88 Dozen

ABV: 58.6%

"A bit more for the oloroso lovers. Another exceptional Cask Strength release from GlenDronach." - drinkhacker.com
Other reviews... Batch 12 of GlenDronach’s Cask Strength is about to hit the shelves, but before we get to that review, let’s back up a bit. Since Chris was so impressed with Batch 11, I decided to shell out some of my hard-earned Drinkhacker cash on a bottle of Batch 10 (yes, we actually pay for bottles sometimes). Batch 10 clocked in at a slightly lower barrel strength, but otherwise it is the same marriage of single malts aged in oloroso and Pedro Ximenez sherry casks and carrying no age statement. Let’s see how it compares, shall we? There’s definitely a theme to these whiskies, and it’s sherry. Beautiful, deep sherry. Still, this tenth batch of GlenDronach Cask Strength is a bit more austere on the nose than its successor, suggesting a heavier hand from the drier oloroso. The aroma doesn’t jump from the glass like its future self, but with a little extra time to arrive, elegant and airy notes of currants, dark raisin, and cocoa powder grace the stage. The palate, however, is just as impressive and decadently rich, if not more so. Chris reveled in the “almost pruny glory” of Batch 11, and while Batch 10 presents a similarly lush, deep sweetness, there’s a brighter, more complex fruit dimension here also that flexes with orange peel, dark cherry, and poached pears alongside a secondary layer of sherry-inspired dark berries. It’s similarly exotic with spice from both the cabinet and more far-flung locales, but it’s also a bit gentler with an even, hugging warmth. The finish is wonderfully long and simmering with oak, date chutney, candied almonds, and Christmas cake. Batch 11 may have been tailored more to the PX fans, but Batch 10 is a bit more for the oloroso lovers. Another exceptional Cask Strength release from GlenDronach. - drinkhacker.com
Notes from the producers... NOSE: Mocha, apricot and baked orange chocolate cake, with roasted almond, walnut and raisin on a base of aromatic toasted oak. PALATE: Richly spiced fruitcake with nectarine, dark cherry and honeyed sultana. CONCLUSION: Lingering ripe apricot layered with ginger jam and indulgent caramelised date.

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Strange Nature Premium Grape Gin (700ml)

Marlborough, NEW ZEALAND

$84. 99
Bottle
$1019.88 Dozen

ABV: 44%

A gin not made, but grown - from Sauvignon Blanc grapes, and arguably the most exciting new gin to come out of New Zealand in some time. It all started when the Giesen brothers of Marlborough’s Giesen Wines were trying to strip the alcohol from sauvignon blanc to produce an alcohol-free product. The resulting liquid “was essentially a sauvignon blanc spirit”, says Rhys Julian, the general manager of Strange Nature. He adds, “At that point the wine-makers were discarding it, but we thought there was a really good opportunity to take that by-product and do something with it, because it retains heaps of those really tasty flavours from Marlborough sauvignon blanc." The team added juniper but then cycled through more than a dozen different botanicals trying to find the best combination. They ended up going back to basics, deciding that juniper and sauvignon blanc stand on their own merit. “Sauvignon blanc is really aromatic, it’s got those layers of grapefruit and tropical herbaceous qualities,” says Julian, “and so we settled on just one botanical, juniper, which is quite unusual and quite strange, hence our name, Strange Nature.”
Just as you'd expect, Strange Nature retains many of the quintessential notes of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc - as the producers describe it: Partly tropical and zesty with hints of fresh pineapple, candied grapefruit and a touch of kaffir lime and blood orange; and part savoury and herbaceous with piney juniper, blackcurrant leaf and fresh green pepper. Our tasting from a 30ml sample found powerful aromas of ripe feijoa, also hinting at passionfruit and nectarine with a light pepper overlay. There's a citrus/tropical fruit interplay on the palate too, evoking grapefruit, lime zest, feijoa, crushed pine buds and hints of papaya seed through the fresh, warming finish. It's a full bodied, vibrant and distinctive gin that when tasted neat, maintains a good balance of juniper against the fruitiness of the grape distillate. Mixing with soda is simple yet effective, although too much dilution tends to over-emphasise the varietal character of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Try loading up a highball glass with ice and a spritz of carbonated water garnished with a lime wedge. For a refreshing alternative, use East Imperial Grapefruit soda. Lovers of G&Ts should enjoy a generous pour over ice, topped off with a premium tonic, a lime wedge and a sprig of rosemary or thyme. 44% Alc./Vol.

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Westward Rum Cask Single Malt American Whiskey (700ml)

Oregon, UNITED STATES

$179. 99
Bottle
$2159.88 Dozen

ABV: 50%

Other reviews... Building off a 100% malt base, sweet complementary rum flavors add depth to this American single malt. Westward Whiskey is located in Portland, Oregon and specializes in a category of whiskey that’s particularly notable right now, American single malt. Westward offers a variety of finished single malts, including Pinot Noir Casks, Stout Casks, and more. Rum Cask starts with Westward’s Single Malt Whiskey as a base, and then it’s finished in ex-Guatemalan rum casks. Guatemalan rum is distilled from fermented virgin cane syrup, as opposed to molasses, and has a rich history that dates back as far as 1591. The cane sugar sweetness shows through against the malt base, permeating through the entire whiskey. However, Westward’s base malt maintains the backbone of the flavor profile, and isn’t shy about its malt notes. The rum sweetness works in complement with the malt base - even though they’re two very different flavor realms but somehow it just works. Overall, Westward Rum Cask is a fun, unique combination of flavors that doesn’t taste like any of the growing number of rum finished whiskeys you may find on the shelf. - breakingbourbon.com

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Dasher + Fisher Meadow Gin (500ml)

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA

$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

ABV: 45%

The Dasher + Fisher label is named for the two rivers that run from the mountains to the pristine coast of Tasmania’s north-west. Together they form the water supply for three very different gins created by George Burgess at the Southern Wild Distillery. “Meadow” is the most popular in the range and includes fifteen botanicals such as oranges, wild Tasmanian herbs and flowers as well as sage, cardamon, wild fennel, lavender, bay leaf, rosemary and juniper.
Tasting note: Clear. Intense aromas of white pepper, lime juice, woody juniper and potpourri. Follows through with flavours of pepper/dried herbs and orange peel. Finishes spicy, peppery, warm and with excellent persistence. Lovely texture. Great new gin. Recommended in a G&T garnished with a slice of ruby grapefruit or in a negroni. 45% Alc./Vol.

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Animus Octet Fig Leaf Gin (700ml)

Central Victoria, AUSTRALIA

$74. 99
Bottle
$899.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

The newest Gin from this progressive Kyneton distillery is Animus’s riff on a London Dry Gin. Compared to their overproof core range of Gins, Octet lands at a more traditional 40% abv and is heavily pitched with juniper as opposed to the more citrusy profile of the Macedon Dry and friends. Here, the distillers have worked with eight botanicals, hence the name Octet. Alongside lemon, coriander seed and angelica, the inclusion of local, hand-harvested fig leaf and locally sourced first-press extra virgin olive oil speaks of Animus’s deep connection to their place. The result tastes as good as it looks. As always, the high standard of Animus’s ingredients and labour-intensive attention to detail are on full display. Expect big juniper flavours juxtaposed with sweet and spicy fig leaf, while the extra virgin olive oil provides a herbaceous, grassy edge and unctuous, silky weight. As always, the Animus team have threaded the needle well; it’s a beautifully balanced and flavourful Gin crafted with the trade in mind and sits comfortably in ‘first-pour’ position.

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Amrut Rye Single Malt Indian Whisky (700ml)

Bangalore, INDIA

$230. 00
Bottle
$2760.00 Dozen

ABV: 50%

Originally released in 2016, this is the first-ever Indian single malt rye. A subsequent batch followed in 2023, also limited to around 1200 bottles. It is malted, making this - although not technically in all countries - a single malt whisky. European rye was used with maturation taking place in American oak casks. Our tasting revealed a beautifully balanced whisky that departs from the intense spice and muddled mint character of many high proof American standards. This is more like chewing rye bread studded with dried peach or mango and is close to a sherried Scottish single malt in terms of mouthfeel. The finish brings forward a slightly oily aspect before turning drier and vaguely herbal with cocoa and the spiciness of the grain adding a closing zing. While it doesn't stand out in any particular way, it is an original and noteworthy addition to the category. 50% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... This is initially creamy to nose, but enticingly spicy on repeat visits, with aromas of cereal grains, rye bread, macadamia nuts, burnt bread crust, and hints of coffee bean. The flavors are delicious, and include caramel popcorn, apple, a snap of rye spices, toasted rye bread, dark chocolate, black tea, and a toffee sweetness that accompanies the spices into the finish. A compelling rye whisky that is definitely worth tracking down. 92 points - whiskyadvocate.com
...Didn't expect to see this, I have to admit. Though glad I did. No mistaking the grain, which is intense and deep. But Amrut have certainly carved their own personality onto this which is similar to some better North American ryes, Alberta being the closest. But there is a barely perceptible slant away from that into wholly new territory. 91.5 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2024
Notes from the producers... Aromas and flavours of freshly baked bread and something tropical seque into floral and spicy notes.

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1994 Glenfarclas The Family Casks Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Summer 2022 Release

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$1099. 00
Bottle
$13188.00 Dozen

ABV: 45.4%

Approaching 30 years of age, this lower ABV addition to the series looks to have been drawn from a fairly active sherry butt, despite the fact that it was a fourth-fill! 297 bottles make up cask 4323 which was decanted in the Summer of 2022 at 45.4% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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Stolen Smoked Rum (700ml)

TRINIDAD

$59. 99
Bottle
$719.88 Dozen

ABV: 37.5%

Made in Trinidad from locally sourced sugar cane, this column-distilled rum is aged for at least two years in ex-bourbon barrels with additional ingredients including Arabica coffee beans from Colombia, fenugreek seeds from Morocco and vanilla beans from Madagascar. It's not disclosed how, but the liquid is smoked using American hardwood. Try it in any rum, rye or bourbon cocktail. 37.5% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... "Muted aromas of cola and smoke emerge slowly with some work - not heavily smoked but plainly so. Tastes like a strong after-dinner cocktail of coffee, honey, rum and cream. A curious confection." 78 points - distiller.com

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2007 Glenfarclas The Family Casks Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Summer 2023 Release

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$399. 00
Bottle
$4788.00 Dozen

ABV: 60.1%

Distilled in 2007 and drawn from refill sherry butt #2669 before being bottled in 2023, this Summer edition had an outturn of 634 bottles. The colour looks good for a middle-ager in the series. 60.1% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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Ron Matusalem Insolito Rum (700ml)

SPAIN

$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen

ABV: 40%

Inspired by the pale pink wines from Provence in southern France, this limited edition of around 3300 bottles is charcoal filtered and then matured in a solera of x-Tempranillo casks for approximately three years. The result is then blended with Ron Matusalem Gran Reserva 15. The presentation is out of the ordinary for Rum, as is its pretty salmon pink colour. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... Light to medium bodied with sweet grilled pineapple fruit dried by young oak and vinous tannins. Light but enlivening cinnamon spice. 4.5 stars - diffordsguide.com

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Porfidio Quercus 100% Agave Reposado Tequila (750ml)

Jalisco, MEXICO

$160. 00
Bottle
$1920.00 Dozen

ABV: 38%

Distilled from a mash of ten year old agave pinas, Porfidio 'Quercus' is a contemporary and delicately oaked expression of Porfidio Plata that strikes a balance between the pure agave juice that gives Plata its characteristic freshness, and the suavity that only high-quality oak can impart. 38% Alc./Vol.

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2003 Glenfarclas The Family Casks Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Summer 2022 Release

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$499. 00
Bottle
$5988.00 Dozen

ABV: 55.9%

Bottled non chill filtered in the Summer of 2022 , single cask #1970 was a fourth fill sherry butt yielding 593 bottles at a natural strength of 55.9% Alc./Vol.

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