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1983 Douglas Laing & Co. The Old Malt Cask 50° Port Ellen 22 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND

$2499. 00
Bottle
$29988.00 Dozen

ABV: 50%

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product NOT pictured.
A very desirable Port Ellen from Douglas Laing's Old Malt Cask series, notable for being distilled in 1983 - the year production ceased. Bottled in February 2006 from one refill butt yielding 660 bottles, this seems quite reasonably priced for a PE of its age. If you're planning on drinking rather than investing, according to at least one reputable reviewer (Serge at whiskyfun.com), 1983 was a great vintage for the distillery. Non chill filtered. 50% Alc./Vol. Collectable.

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1964 Douglas Laing & Co. XOP Xtra Old Particular Dumbarton 55 Year Old Single Cask Limited Release Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

Reduced from $3,999.00
$2499. 00
Bottle
$29988.00 Dozen

ABV: 44.6%

Beyond investment grade - now more a museum piece, and deserving of a place in any serious whisky collection.
From the long closed Dumbarton plant, this is all the more unusual for its extraordinary age. Grandfather Dumbartons are frequently off the charts when it comes to ratings in the single grain category. This is definitely one of the oldest, if not the oldest ever bottled upping the ante on a 1975 Gordon & Macphail 45 YO released earlier in 2022. Beautifully presented in a heavyweight bottle housed in a wooden box, Douglas Laing are offering 215 bottles to the world, drawn from one refill hogshead at natural strength with no chill filtration. Anticipate aromas and flavours of Scottish honey, maple syrup, candied apples, ginger, nutmeg and milk chocolate with a lengthy poached pear, pistachio and marmalade finish. Extremely limited stocks. 44.6% Alc./Vol.
Also known as 'Inverleven', Dumbarton was built in 1938, just south of the Highland border near Glasgow and for a while was the largest operation of its kind. Classified as a lowlander by Michael Jackson, production was predominantly set aside for the Ballantine's blends. When bottled by Indies, Dumbarton is typically the label for grain whisky. Inverleven the single malt, but it's not a rule. Nowadays stocks are "undeniably rare". The notable feature of the plant was its American-style stainless steel columns (rather than the traditional Coffey stills). A focus on maize, meant its spirit was rather heavy in character. In 1956 a third Lomond still was added with an attached rectification column designed to produce different styles of spirit. The distillery was decommissioned in 1985, though its column still was salvaged by Bruichladdich to produce its now famous 'Botanist gin'.

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1982 Douglas Laing's Old & Rare Platinum Selection Port Ellen 25 Year old Single Cask Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND

$4999. 00
Bottle
$59988.00 Dozen

ABV: 57.7%

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Specifically, there is some wear to the bottle's neck sticker and minor cellar bloom on the certificate of authenticity contained inside the box. Actual product pictured.
Distilled one year before Port Ellen closed and bottled in January 2008. There's a cask from the Laings of the same age and vintage rated 90 points by whiskyfun.com, so expect the quality to be high again. We have one only from the original outturn of 300 bottles at natural strength. 57.7% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered. Collectable.
Notes from the bottlers... On the nose it is literally a breath of sea air, with a hint of Caledonian MacBrayne's ferry as a back drop, plus distinct heathery peat heading to a sweet and smokey oakiness. Initially dry, ashy and salty on the palate, this moves through a gristy sweet barley phase to something more creosoted at its tail - and this runs really long at the finish which is tarry too, moving late onto a dry, spiced, ashy (again) style.

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1971 Murray McDavid Port Dundas 46 Year Old Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$1250. 00
Bottle
$15000.00 Dozen

ABV: 47.7%

Another auspicious moment for grain whisky: Not quite the oldest, but up there with some of the most venerable Port Dundas bottlings to have ever graced our shelves. Either young or well-aged, output from this long-closed legend can be superlative, ranking among the best grains on the planet. Independents Murray McDavid released this single refill bourbon barrel #14001 in 2018 at a natural strength of 47.7% Alc./Vol. A fraction of the 200 bottle outturn has just arrived in Australia. Given Diageo's official 52 year old commanded $1300 back in 2018, the price of admission remains reasonable. Expect notes of buttery toffee, fruit crumble, nuts and oak spice with a super long, satisfyingly sweet finish. Non chill filtered. Closed distillery / Collectable.

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1979 Brora 30 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND

$3500. 00
Bottle
$42000.00 Dozen

ABV: 53.2%

Note: The box has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. This one, in particular, has a large crease on the tube and the bottle label has a small tear. Actual product pictured.
The distillery now known as Brora started life in 1819 when it was founded by the Marquis of Stafford, later known as the Duke of Sutherland. The distillery was originally founded as Clynelish, however during the subsequent recovery after the first world war, demand from blenders for Clynelish malt was extremely high, so to increase capacity DCL (Distillers Company Limited) built a new distillery adjacent to the existing one in 1967-68. This distillery was also called Clynelish, as the company wished to trade on the existing good name of the old distillery.
The original distillery ran in tandem with the new distillery under the names of Clynelish A and Clynelish B (sources disagree over which was the new distillery and which the original Clynelish) during 1968/9. Predictably, this arrangement was not to the liking of the Customs & Excise folk and the SWA due to the dissimilarity between the types of whisky being produced at the two distilleries. The original distillery was closed down in 1969 and then reopened bearing the name Brora. It then operated intermittently, producing heavily peated (around 40ppm) whisky for blending purposes.
The late Seventies and early Eighties saw another big slump in the industry, and with the parent company DCL needing to cut back on production, in 1983 the decision was taken to mothball Brora (along with many other distilleries, few of which have operated since). Sadly, all attempts to revive Brora have thus far met with no success. Despite all this, the reputation of the malt produced at Brora between 1969 and 1983 has gone from to strength to strength, with sought-after bottlings now changing hands for large sums. If there is to be no more Brora (and it now seems almost certain that there won't be) it will be a terrible shame, but there are still bottlings available. What is beyond doubt is that this will be a whisky aficionados will still be talking about decades after the last bottle is finally drunk.
Other reviews... Nose: there’s much less sherry than in the 1972 but rather more smoke, wax, vanilla and herbal notes, which makes me think of a strongly peated Clynelish if you see what I mean, with also something of the ‘old’, pre-Brora Clynelish. Ooh, this is complicated, isn’t it! It is not as farmy as the first 30yos and rather cleaner, coated with a little more vanilla, notes of fresh walnuts and some medicinal notes ala old Laphroaig (embrocations, gauze). The smokiness fades away a bit after quite some minutes, leaving room for more fresh fruits such s white peaches and gooseberries. With water: becomes a little grassier as often. Rather less smoke, rather more wax, even more ‘Clynelish’. Wet rocks, whiffs of seaweed. Mouth (neat): powerful, the first thing I’m thinking of is some kind of mildly smoked fruits. Gooseberries again, apples, a little lemon… Rather less smoky than on the nose, and less waxy too, that is to say a little less ‘Brora’ globally - so far. A lot of liquorice. With water: superb now, with a perfect coherence and compactness. A little mustard coming through, the obvious waxiness is back, herbal liqueurs, cough sweets, some marzipan, playful notes of juicy apples (granny smith?) and quite some ash. Finish: long, saltier, more on lemon, almonds and a little green tea. The wood is perfect. Comments: there’s much more peat smoke on the nose than on the palate. A very interesting Brora halfway between the early 70s’ austere majesty and the 80s’ waxy fruitiness. In a certain way, it reminds me of the old 20yo 1975 Rare Malts but with more fruits. Excellent once again! 91 points - whiskyfun.com

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1982 Brora 34 Year Old (Special Release 2017) Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND

$2699. 00
Bottle
$32388.00 Dozen

ABV: 51.9%

The reputation of Brora between 1969 and 1983 has gone from strength to strength, with sought-after bottlings now changing hands for large sums. This is 16th in the Special Releases series and was matured in refill American oak hogsheads.
Tasting note: Bright gold. Still fresh after so much time, with a wonderfully, floral-soft bouquet exhibiting stewed pear, hints of exotic wood-smoke (cardamom, cigar box) as well as light beeswax. Exceptionally intense with a saturate of oily malt; Pear tart and waxy / oily / peppery notes flood the mouth. Some flare to this, especially at the finish, with waxy apple, cardamom and pepper warmth kicking in. Certainly no peat bomb. Not too dissimilar to recent releases, so pretty classic, but feels lighter. Still more years ahead of it. 51.9% Alc./Vol. 3000 bottles
Other reviews… Ripe pears and vanilla on the nose; progressively more perfumed, with developing toffee notes. Slightly waxy on the palate, with fresh-squeezed lemon and sweet background smoke contrasting with spicy dark berries. Plain chocolate, sultanas, and raisins in the medium-length finish. A relatively restrained Brora.
93 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Gavin Smith (Winter 2017)

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Brora 13th Release 35 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND

$2500. 00
Bottle
$30000.00 Dozen

ABV: 48.6%

A legendary mothballed distillery now reserved for a fortunate few.
The distillery now known as Brora started life in 1819 when it was founded by the Marquis of Stafford, later known as the Duke of Sutherland. The distillery was originally founded as Clynelish, however during the subsequent recovery after the first world war, demand from blenders for Clynelish malt was extremely high, so to increase capacity DCL (Distillers Company Limited) built a new distillery adjacent to the existing one in 1967-68. This distillery was also called Clynelish, as the company wished to trade on the existing good name of the old distillery.
The original distillery ran in tandem with the new distillery under the names of Clynelish A and Clynelish B (sources disagree over which was the new distillery and which the original Clynelish) during 1968/9. Predictably, this arrangement was not to the liking of the Customs & Excise folk and the SWA due to the dissimilarity between the types of whisky being produced at the two distilleries. The original distillery was closed down in 1969 and then reopened bearing the name Brora. It then operated intermittently, producing heavily peated (around 40ppm) whisky for blending purposes.
The late Seventies and early Eighties saw another big slump in the industry, and with the parent company DCL needing to cut back on production, in 1983 the decision was taken to mothball Brora (along with many other distilleries, few of which have operated since). Sadly, all attempts to revive Brora have thus far met with no success.
Despite all this, the reputation of the malt produced at Brora between 1969 and 1983 has gone from to strength to strength, with sought-after bottlings now changing hands for large sums.
If there is to be no more Brora (and it now seems almost certain that there won't be) it will be a terrible shame, but there are still bottlings available. What is beyond doubt is that this will be a whisky aficionados will still be talking about decades after the last bottle is finally drunk. This official 13th Diageo bottling comes with high praise from at least one very reputable source. 2,964 bottles produced.
Tasting note: Deep gold. Sublime, floral aromatics; orchard fruits and beeswax seamlessly interwoven by soft puffs of sweet peat. Second pass heightens the fruity-malt aspect as the smoke retreats and also introduces sponge cake and light vanilla. Fabulous purity. Cask strength intensity, less the fire and prickle. No overbearing oak, just pristine, fresh, fruity malt - then beeswax and more beeswax, plus hints of candied peel and cocoa in the finish. Not super long and not the the peat-bomb that some might be expecting. But what it is is something quite special, regardless of its rarity and provenance. 48.6% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... The 13th annual Brora release from Diageo has been aged in refill American oak and refill European oak casks, which yielded 2,964 bottles. The initial nose offers hessian and hemp, with ozone, muted peat, and tar. Fruity, fragrant aromas develop, with honey and ripe apples. Sweet and spicy on the waxy palate, with heather and ginger. Smokey and mildly medicinal. The finish dries steadily to aniseed, dark chocolate, black pepper and fruity tannins.
94 points - www.maltadvocate.com (Winter 2014) Reviewed by: Gavin Smith

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1977 Brora 37 Year Old (Special Release 2015) Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND

$2399. 00
Bottle
$28788.00 Dozen

ABV: 50.4%

The oldest Brora bottling in the Special Release series to date. Matured in refill American oak hogsheads with 2,976 individually numbered bottles on offer.
Tasting note: Pale straw gold / waterlike edges. The peat plays second fiddle in a superb fruity, floral bouquet that's classic Brora: Pear / peach and vanilla feature; aeration adds white pepper, big beeswax, hints of shortbread and bounty bar. The peat is more salient on the palate; white pepper, ripe apple and pear emphasised at the finish. Fresh and more peaty in the fade. Impeccable as usual from this distillery, but one senses the oak is finally closing in. 50.4% Alc./Vol.

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1977 Brora 38 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Special Release 2016

Highlands, SCOTLAND

$2699. 00
Bottle
$32388.00 Dozen

ABV: 48.6%

Since Diageo first commenced the Special releases in 2001, annual bottlings continue to thrill whisky hunters and tempt collectors. Stand out barrels are selected from the company's 28 operational single malt distilleries as well as two closed distilleries, Port Ellen and Brora. (Two grain distilleries are also in the mix).
If there is to be no more Brora (and it now seems almost certain that there won't be) it will be a terrible shame, but there are still bottlings trickling out. What is beyond doubt is that this will be a whisky aficionados are talking about decades after the last bottle is finally gone. The 1977 has a high standard to meet given the superb quality of previous editions. Collector's should note, it's also the oldest Brora to date released by Diageo. A massive score from Serge Valentin of www.whiskyfun.com. 2,984 bottles available worldwide.
Other reviews... Last year’s SR was already a 1977, and I just loved it (WF 95). 1977 and similar vintages never quite had the reputation of, say 1972, but now that quite some water has flown under the Scottish bridges, the complexity of those whiskies just stands out. Plus, it’s not impossible that Diageo have been rather picky with the casks they selected for these recent releases… Colour: refreshingly golden. Nose: oh f*** it. I almost feel like I should leave it all here, and rather taste the new Glenkinchie. This is like nosing the hot engine of an old Aston. Bakelite, castor oil, petrol, fumes, tyres… It’s not very expressive, in fact, but it’s one of the most elegant noses I’ve been given to put under my nostrils in recent months. Or perhaps years. Also love these whiffs of ‘old books under the rain’, carbon paper, manure, autumn leaves (under the rain as well), damp earth, moss… Oh and these notes of new electronics, when we used to unpack a new stereo, around 1975… And the camphor is there as well, a bit of seaweed (nori?), paraffin oil, perhaps tinned sardines… My my my! Mouth: I had thought it would have gotten a little shy – at least shier than younger expressions – but not at all, it still roars and kicks you. What’s really remarkable is how dry it is, it’s even drier than the driest manzanilla! Ashes, bitter green tea, liquorice extracts, artichokes, tar… You’d almost believe you’re eating tiger balm at times. Well, I imagine. More wax and paraffin as well, mints, perhaps a little tarragon, bitter almonds for sure… What a ride! There are even hints of very old Sauternes that’s integrally digested its sugar. Finish: long, still bone dry, with more artichoke and ashes. A sublime dryness. Comments: the opposite of all these new Kardashian whiskies that abound here and there. Philosophical whisky, perfectly blended. Same score as last year, but it needs no score, of course. It’s expensive whisky, but I find it a little depressing that the Port Ellen would be 40% more expensive! Don’t get me wrong, it’s the PE that’s too expensive, and not this Brora that’s too cheap! Anyway…
95 points - www.whiskyfun.com

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Cadenhead's Single Cask North Port (Brechin) 38 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND

$999. 00
Bottle
$11988.00 Dozen

ABV: 48.4%

Another first for our shelves, from the now demolished North Port (also known as Brechin). Brothers David, John and Alexander Guthrie, members of a local farming family, founded the North Port Distillery in 1820 under the name "Townhead". Renamed Brechin in 1823, production ceased for a period from about 1926–28, lasting until 1937 when it resumed only to be halted again at the onset of World War II due to the fuel and barley rationing instituted by the government. Production resumed in 1948 and continued until the distillery closed permanently in 1983. It was in the time when the market was suffering from over supply when around a dozen distilleries were closed. The owners sold the estate for re-development in 1990 and shortly afterwards, Safeway constructed a supermarket on the site.
This very rare bottling from Cadenhead's was distilled in 1977 (just six years before the closure) and bottled in 2015 after maturation in a Bourbon hogshead.
According to Cadenheads, "A real fruit bomb on the nose, kiwi fruits, limes, pears in syrup and melted white chocolate. Very syrupy with soft woody notes. More waxy fruit notes with dried spices and lemon sherbet."
Only 174 bottles released world wide. The Australian allocation is just six bottles. We have one.
NB: - some minor creasing to the top of the presentation carton.

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1991 Cadenhead's 175th Anniversary Rosebank 25 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$899. 00
Bottle
$10788.00 Dozen

ABV: 50.5%

It doesn’t get much rarer than this. One bottle only to sell of a much anticipated Rosebank. It’s the Wm Cadenhead 175th Anniversary celebration edition, distilled 1991 and bottled in 2017 after maturation in a single ex Bourbon cask. The total outturn was just 192 bottles. A serious collector’s opportunity, and going by the tasting notes, true to the historical style – floral and elegant. Compare this to the selling price of the Flora & Fauna 12 Year Old (just one example), and this is an utterly compelling Rosebank.
According to the bottlers, expect aromas and flavours of strawberry jam, vanilla, satsumas and candy floss flow around the aroma, with lychee, raspberry ripple ice cream and juicy mangoes on the palate. This continues with fennel, mint leaves and faint chocolate notes, leading to white pepper, unripe bananas and vanilla.
Other reviews… From the Old Man Of Huy's blog, "nose: so many flowers and perfume. This smells of gentleness and distinction. Mouth: peach and buttery apricot jam, melted white chocolate. Finish: flowery and balanced, with lots of grapes and orchard fruit. Superlative. 9/10."

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Cadenheads Small Batch Littlemill 22 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$299. 00
Bottle
$3588.00 Dozen

ABV: 53.7%

Cadenheads are responsible for this veteran cask strength release from the now-demolished Littlemill (closed 1992 / dismantled 1996), located a couple of miles from Auchentoshan. Matured in Bourbon Hogsheads, it was distilled in 1992 and bottled in 2014. Only 558 are available world wide.
Other reviews... Nose A little oily to begin with but leave for a few minutes to open up or add a small drop of water at room temperature. As it opens this becomes a classic old style Littlemill with lots of cream and lemony notes with warm buttered brown bread toast, some faint eucalyptus with hot buttered sweetcorn. Palate Much bigger than the nose suggests but very rich and fruity. Some brambles with lychees and hints of fresh basil, some spice coriander and dry vermouth. This dram coats the whole palate with an abundance of flavours. Finish The finish goes on and on delivering more of the nose and palate with the rich oily feel and some waxy fruitiness. Quite remarkable that this is a lowland it's feeling much bigger than that. - Cadenheads.

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Cadenheads Small Batch Caperdonich 35 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$499. 00
Bottle
$5988.00 Dozen

ABV: 50.2%

Writing about Caperdonich in his Whisky Bible, Jim Murray comments “A distillery that can’t live day to day because the general spirit is so average, can, in the right conditions, offer one of the greatest whisky experiences on Earth. Such is the beauty – and tragedy – of whisky.”
The Caperdonich Distillery which sits adjacent to Glen Grant Distillery in Morayshire, Speyside, shares a chequered history with many other distilleries in Scotland. It was built in the 1890's to capitalise on the whisky sales boom of the era, only to be forced into bankruptcy following the collapse of Scotland’s largest whisky buyer, Pattison Elder and Co, soon after. Caperdonich remained silent until the mid 1960's when it was purchased by Glenlivet Distillers and began producing whiskies destined for blends. In 1977 the distillery was taken over by Seagram’s and continued to produce for blends, mainly Chivas Regal. It was finally closed in 2002 following the purchase of Seagram’s by Pernod Ricard. The distillery never actually bottled whisky under it’s own label, however, rare single casks have been purchased then released by several independent bottlers.
Product from this distillery is always hard to come by. This 24 year old release from independent bottlers, Cadenheads, represents a genuine opportunity for collectors. Distilled in 1989 and bottled in 2013 and matured in a sherry butt. Only 516 bottles were produced.

No tasting notes available.

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1977 Cadenheads 175th Anniversary Caperdonich 39 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$999. 00
Bottle
$11988.00 Dozen

ABV: 50.4%

Wow! An amazing price for such an ancient whisky from this now demolished distillery. Being fully sherry matured certainly caught our attention. One butt yielded 462 bottles at 50.4% Alc./Vol. If it seems like a crazy price for a malt with these credentials, it probably is. Less than a handful available with several already pre-sold. A genuine collector's opportunity.
Cadenheads describe it as "...thick & chewy sherry with toffee, raisin butter, brown sugar and coffee creams".
Writing about Caperdonich in his Whisky Bible, Jim Murray comments “A distillery that can’t live day to day because the general spirit is so average, can, in the right conditions, offer one of the greatest whisky experiences on Earth. Such is the beauty – and tragedy – of whisky.”
The Caperdonich Distillery which sits adjacent to Glen Grant Distillery in Morayshire, Speyside, shares a chequered history with many other distilleries in Scotland. It was built in the 1890's to capitalise on the whisky sales boom of the era, only to be forced into bankruptcy following the collapse of Scotland’s largest whisky buyer, Pattison Elder and Co, soon after. Caperdonich remained silent until the mid 1960's when it was purchased by Glenlivet Distillers and began producing whiskies destined for blends. In 1977 the distillery was taken over by Seagram’s and continued to produce for blends, mainly Chivas Regal. It was finally closed in 2002 following the purchase of Seagram’s by Pernod Ricard. The distillery never actually bottled whisky under it’s own label, however, rare single casks have been purchased then released by several independent bottlers.

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1980 Cadenheads Rosebank 11 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$799. 00
Bottle
$9588.00 Dozen

ABV: 60.1%

The Rosebank distillery is settled on the banks of the Forth-Clyde canal near Falkirk and has been mothballed since 1993. Considered as the Queen of all Lowland malts by some specialists, Rosebank is still available as a cask strength release in the 'Rare Malts' collection and independent bottlers have put several versions on the market.
This is an extremely rare natural strength 11 year old expression, distilled in July 1980 and bottled by reputable independent bottlers, Cadenheads in March 1992. 60.1% Alc./Vol.
No tasting notes available.

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1975 Cambus 40 Year Old Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml) - Special Release 2016

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$1299. 00
Bottle
$15588.00 Dozen

ABV: 52.7%

From a closed distillery, this investment-grade grain was one of the highest rated whiskies in Jim Murray's 2020 Bible. "Flawless." 97 points - Jim Murray
Cambus has been marketed at various ages, as well as a no-age-statement. Now a grandfather 40-year-old is on offer as part of Diageo’s 2016 Special Releases. It's also the oldest whisky in this year's collection and only the third time a grain whisky has featured since the Special release programme commenced in 2001.
A roller coaster history that started in the early 19th century finally came to a close in 1993 as part of Diageo’s infrastructure reorganisation. In 2011, the distilling equipment was removed and Cambus was converted to a warehouse and cooperage, consolidating nearby Carsebridge and Dundashill in Glasgow.
In Scotland, grain whiskies can be produced from almost any type of grain, however, the most common examples employ wheat, corn and a little malted barley. Column stills replace copper pot stills, the former resulting in a light, clean and fruity spirit, mostly used to stretch out blends. Not surprisingly, single grains are maligned by malt snobs yet this underdog category has its place. Matured in refill American oak hogsheads, just 1,812 bottles of this extraordinary dram have been produced. One for collectors, whisky nerds and completionists, it also comes with a glowing review from Serge Valentin below. Stocks are extremely limited.
Other reviews... One of the old closed grain distilleries, Cambus stopped working in 1993. The bottle is superb, I have to admit. Colour: gold. Nose: medicinal alcohol on croissants and coconut cake, plus a lot of custard and herbal tea. Dog roses, perhaps? Notes of mirabelle pie. A rather elegant grain whisky, I especially enjoy all this white chocolate that comes through after two minutes. With water: toasts and marmalade, in all softness. Mouth (neat): really very good (yes, S. speaking), full of mangos and papayas, plus plums and hay jelly. Hay jelly’s excellent, try that on foie gras! What’s really excellent as well is that it’s not too dominated by vanilla and coconut. Well it’s not dominated at all. Great surprise. With water: a little grenadine, rhubarb, and more rhubarb. Rhubarb pie with a little cinnamon, and drizzles of lime juice. Perhaps wacky guavas too. Finish: medium, clean, limy, soft, with a little lavender (sweets) and violet drops. Comments: seriously, this is an excellent surprise, on second thought there are even nods to high-end tequilas. Now could grain whisky, even when old, be worth £750, I don’t quite know, but what’s sure is that I like this Cambus just as much as last year’s Caledonian.
89 points - www.whiskyfun.com

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Caperdonich Peated 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

Reduced from $650.00
$399. 00
Bottle
$4788.00 Dozen

ABV: 48%

Mothballed since 2002, Caperdonich was demolished in 2011 but some independent bottlers still have casks, though releases are few and far between. The 21 year old was created using peat sourced from local Speyside fields and matured in x-Bourbon barrels. It is said to encapsulate the vanished distillery’s signature style of orchard fruit flavours with leading notes of warm cedar, mandarin orange, gentle peat, liquorice and herbal tea leaves. Non-chill filtered. 48% Alc./Vol. Collectable.

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Caperdonich Peated 25 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

Reduced from $899.00
$699. 00
Bottle
$8388.00 Dozen

ABV: 45.5%

Initially available via duty free only, there have been two 25 year olds released under this label. This is the peated variant, bottled at a slightly lower ABV (45.5% as opposed to 48%). It's also non chill filtered. Tasting notes are scarce, partly due to the fact that it's a long closed operation, so bottles are being stashed away as investment pieces. All we've got to go by are the official notes which suggest green apple, sweet pear, vanilla and bonfire with a pinch of salt.
This Speyside underdog operated between 1898 and 1902, and then again from 1965 until 2002 when it was finally dismantled. Relatively high outturns in later years resulted in a steady flow of indie bottlings. These are now drying up. Reports have it there aren’t many barrels left at the indies (or at the brokers), so well-aged releases are now in the domain of collectors.
‘Caper’ now has a small but growing following. In terms of style, the whisky has sometimes been referred to as 'Glen Grant #2'. Firstly because it's a neighboring distillery, secondly because Caperdonich was originally designed to produce the same character of spirit as Glen Grant: "Light, floral, but with less of the crisp green apple seen across the road ... more soft pears, creaminess and fresh mint." Scotchwhisky.com explain, "Though this could perhaps be down to the differently shaped stills being installed during the 1967 expansion, it doesn’t fully explain why, when Glen Grant-style stills were re-installed in 1985, the two distillery characters didn’t match. It’s a subtle difference for sure, but a real one."

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Caperdonich 25 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$899. 00
Bottle
$10788.00 Dozen

ABV: 48%

Caperdonich is another distillery that many will never have heard of - and for good reason. This Speyside underdog operated between 1898 and 1902, and then again from 1965 until 2002 when it was finally dismantled. Relatively high outturns in the distillery's later years resulted in a steady flow of indie bottlings. These are now drying up. Reports have it there aren’t many barrels left at the indies (or at the brokers), so well-aged releases are now in the domain of collectors.
‘Caper’ now has a small but growing following. In terms of style, the whisky has sometimes been referred to as 'Glen Grant #2'. Firstly because it's a neighboring distillery, secondly because Caperdonich was originally designed to produce the same character of spirit as Glen Grant: "Light, floral, but with less of the crisp green apple seen across the road ... more soft pears, creaminess and fresh mint." Scotchwhisky.com explain, "Though this could perhaps be down to the differently shaped stills being installed during the 1967 expansion, it doesn’t fully explain why, when Glen Grant-style stills were re-installed in 1985, the two distillery characters didn’t match. It’s a subtle difference for sure, but a real one."
Initially a duty free edition, this 25 year old bottled at 48% and non chill filtered looks to be a gem. Matured in x Bourbon barrels, expect a fruity & sweet malt with poached pear, vanilla and floral herbal notes. Very limited stocks. As the label says, 'Once gone, there will never be another.' Non chill filtered. 48% Alc./Vol.

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Caperdonich 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$650. 00
Bottle
$7800.00 Dozen

ABV: 48%

Caperdonich is another distillery that many will never have heard of - and for good reason. This Speyside underdog operated between 1898 and 1902, and then again from 1965 until 2002 when it was finally dismantled. Relatively high outturns in the distillery's later years resulted in a steady flow of indie bottlings. These are now drying up. Reports have it there aren’t many barrels left at the indies (or at the brokers), so well-aged releases are now in the domain of collectors.
‘Caper’ now has a small but growing following. In terms of style, the whisky has sometimes been referred to as 'Glen Grant #2'. Firstly because it's a neighboring distillery, secondly because Caperdonich was originally designed to produce the same character of spirit as Glen Grant: "Light, floral, but with less of the crisp green apple seen across the road ... more soft pears, creaminess and fresh mint." Scotchwhisky.com explain, "Though this could perhaps be down to the differently shaped stills being installed during the 1967 expansion, it doesn’t fully explain why, when Glen Grant-style stills were re-installed in 1985, the two distillery characters didn’t match. It’s a subtle difference for sure, but a real one."
Initially a duty free edition, this 21 Year Old bottled at 48% and non chill filtered looks to be a gem. Matured in x Bourbon barrels, expect a fruity & sweet malt with poached pear, vanilla and floral herbal notes. Very limited stocks. As the label says, 'Once gone, there will never be another.'

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1970 Claxton's Dalswinton Series North of Scotland 50 Year Old Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$899. 00
Bottle
$10788.00 Dozen

ABV: 45.8%

This 50 year old single cask has been selected to showcase the best of the Lowlands. A now silent distillery, 'North of Scotland' was considered one of the more flavoursome grain whiskies going around. Owner, George P. Christie made sure to include a higher than usual amount of congeners in the spirit cut. It was sold for the last time in 1982 to Distillers Company Ltd. However, prior to that, it was producing large volumes of both grain and malt whisky. In 1957, George P Christie purchased Robert Knox’s Forth Brewery for £10,000 and quickly converted the building into a malt and grain operation. In 1958 North of Scotland started producing grain whisky from its three patent stills. Malt whisky was produced from copper stills on the same site under the name of 'Strathmore'. North of Scotland continued turning out grains until 1980, when Christie, then concerned with the over production of grain whisky, took the decision to close. The building is now used solely as a bonded warehouse by Diageo. Claxton's very rare release was drawn from a single hogshead at 45.8% Alc./Vol. At the time of writing, it's the first time this ghost distillery has been available in Australia. Non chill filtered.
Notes from Claxton's... Nose: Tiramisu. Crème Anglaise. Fresh vanilla. Hints of Maple syrup, ginger and biscuit. Palate: Soft at first with an oaky-vanilla sweetness. Aniseed and cinnamon. Cloves and honey. Finish: Deliciously dessert-like. An aftertaste full of brandy butter and brandy snaps.

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1984 Convalmore 32 Year Old (Special Release 2017) Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$1099. 00
Bottle
$13188.00 Dozen

ABV: 48.2%

Whisky history up for grabs.
Another closed distillery and another Diageo dark horse dedicated to providing malt for blends, so rarely found. Convalmore was mothballed in 1985 with ownership transferred to William Grant & Sons in 1990. The new owners turned the building into a maturation facility for Glenfiddich and Balvenie and removed the distillation equipment, hence, it's almost certain this distillery will never produce whisky again. The house style has been compared to Clynelish at its best, with an accent on waxy fruitiness.
Tasting note: Drawn from refill American oak hogsheads. Bright gold. Oak shavings in the initial pass then fluffy-soft, semi-sweet aromas evocative of apple cinnamon yogurt, pear flan and honey. A pure, silky, gently warming delivery with perfectly rounded fruity, succulent malt and a freshness that belies its age. Finish melts in your mouth, as does the beeswax and sweet oak aftertaste. Sublime texture rather than complexity wins out here. 48.2% Alc./Vol. 3,972 bottles.
Other reviews… Distilled in 1984, just a few months before the distillery closed, this was aged in refill American oak hogsheads. A whiff of early earthiness gives way to pear drops, honey, vanilla, and resin on the nose. Pears, pineapple, caramel, and vanilla on the slightly waxy, spicy palate. Slowly drying in the medium-length finish, with peppery licorice and a hint of char.
88 points - whiskyadvocate.com, reviewed by: Gavin Smith (Winter 2017)

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2009 Cooper's Choice Port Dundas 10 Year Old Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$140. 00
Bottle
$1680.00 Dozen

ABV: 60.5%

Normally Port Dundas comes to market at 20 years plus. Young but very, very affordable, this is another opportunity to experience Port Dundas on a limited budget. Although it closed its doors in 2010, indies continue to release glimpses into the glorious past of one of Scotland’s most respected and historic grain distilleries. The last time we tasted one at twelve years of age, it was a fabulous cask strength bottling from 'North Star'. This Cooper's Choice edition comes with a Caribbean twist: initially matured in Bourbon barrels, it was finished in a Martinique Rum Cask before bottling at a whopping 60.5%. The fruitiness of the rum should really complement the distillery style here. 300 bottles from the out-turn, also one of the last distillates Port Dundas turned out before closing for good. Non chill filtered.

Notes from the bottlers... Nose: Fresh and vibrant. Vanilla and coconut with exotic fruits. Palate: Almonds and citrus. Overripe bananas with more vanilla and spice.

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1991 Cooper's Choice Cambus 29 Year Old Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$240. 00
Bottle
$2880.00 Dozen

ABV: 46.2%

Tasting note: [20ml sample] Distilled at the now closed Lowland grain distillery in 1991, this spent most of its life in an x Bourbon barrel before being finished in an Italian Amarone red wine cask. Patience reveals the full breadth of the bouquet, with an accent on vanilla wafer biscuits; later hints of dried cranberries. Melts like barley sugar in the mouth with caramel, oak spices and sticky date in tow. Feels slightly restrained for Cambus. Arguable if the finishing was for better or worse. 336 bottles from the outturn. 46.2% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

Notes from the bottler... "Nose: Big and bold with cherry liqueur, coconut and brown sugar. Palate: Tropical fruits and bourbon. Coconut with subtle notes of figs and dark chocolate."

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1982 Douglas Laing & Co. The Old Malt Cask 50° Port Ellen 25 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND

$2999. 00
Bottle
$35988.00 Dozen

ABV: 50%

Note: Product has come from a private collection and as such has some minor scuffing/scratches/handling marks. Actual product pictured.
A lovely looking Port Ellen released way back in 2007. Quite a few 1982 distillations from Douglas Laing & Co. were offered under the Old Malt Cask label, however they were at varying ABVs and age statements. This particular cask (#3639) previously contained sherry and delivered an outturn of 594 bottles. Expect a combination of sweet sherry and Islay peat, becoming dry and phenolic with a smack of leather. 50% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered. Collectable.

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1976 Douglas Laing & Co. XOP Xtra Old Particular Carsebridge 43 Year Old Single Cask Limited Release Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$699. 00
Bottle
$8388.00 Dozen

ABV: 50.7%

It's been noted by at least one whisky writer that your best chances of securing new bottlings of old malts from closed distilleries are Caperdonich, Convalmore, Dallas Dhu, Imperial, Ladyburn, Littlemill and Pittyvaich. As independent releases become more erratic, the remainder have become the realm of whisky auctioneers. Several single grains including Carsebridge surely fall into the latter category. To our knowledge, this is only the third time an example has made it to Australian shores. Given that Diageo's 48 year old Special Release 2018 edition opened at well over AU$1000, this will be a no-brainer for collectors. We have imported a tiny quantity from an outturn of 210 hand-filled bottles from a single refill hogshead. Carsebridge closed in 1983 and was subsequently demolished. Although it was a large operation for its time, remaining stocks are now running low. 50.7% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Notes from the bottlers... Nose: Sweetly waxed immediately on the nose with cedar wood, rose water and hard candy. Palate-wise, there is early ginger biscuit and burnt orange followed by treacle toffee and toasted marshmallow – all neatly replicated on the rather 'home-baked' finish.

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1988 Douglas Laing & Co. XOP Xtra Old Particular Cambus 30 Year Old Single Cask Limited Release Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml) - 46%

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$450. 00
Bottle
$5400.00 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Another well-priced and well-aged collectible single grain from Douglas Laing's latest outturn is this venerable Cambus. Consistently on collector's radars, these releases routinely sell out. Distilled in September 1988, just five years before the operation closed for good, after 30 long years in a single refill hogshead, 336 hand-filled bottles were released as part of the Xtra Old Particular series in August 2019. Laing's notes read: "A waft of burnt sugar followed by candied orange, boiled sweets and fresh wood shavings. On the palate, sweet biscuits with vanilla essence and creamy fudge. The finish brings a tingly spiciness plus a warm home baking quality." And yes, at 46% this is natural cask strength. Non chill filtered. Very limited stocks.

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1976 Douglas Laing & Co. XOP Xtra Old Particular Caledonian 44 Year Old Single Cask Limited Release Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$799. 00
Bottle
$9588.00 Dozen

ABV: 52.8%

Douglas Laing & Co. continue to secure and bottle a good selection of grains these days, some of which must be getting quite rare. There have been a few closed grain distilleries in Scotland: Carsebridge, Cambus, Dumbarton, Garnheath, not to mention the very rare Caledonian, one of the biggest of them all. Founded in Edinburgh 1855 and closed in 1988, 'The Cally' (as the locals called it) made its debut as part of Diageo's Special Releases in 2015. That bottling would now be selling for well over AU$1500.
To our knowledge, this extraordinary 44 year old is the oldest expression ever offered from this dark horse distillery and one of the oldest single grain whiskies on record. Those in the know will snap it up fast. Distilled in 1976 (likely from majority corn) followed by maturation in a single refill American oak hogshead, Douglas Laing describe it as attractively spiced on the nose, running to molasses, muscovado sugar and cereals and with a similarly robust flavour profile. Bottled with zero filtration at natural strength, 218 hand-filled bottles are available worldwide. Highly collectable. 52.8% Alc./Vol. Very limited stocks.

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1974 Douglas Laing & Co. XOP Xtra Old Particular Garnheath 47 Year Old Single Cask Limited Release Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$899. 00
Bottle
$10788.00 Dozen

ABV: 44.5%

Garnheath is one of a number of distillieries that were commissioned in the 1960s, aimed at producing both malt and grain distillates, as it was seen as a cost-effective way for blenders to secure stocks for their own brands. Only seasoned whisky enthusiasts will be aware of the Garnheath project, which ceased production in 1986 after commencing in 1964. What remains are its warehousing, blending and office facilities as part of Inver House’s headquarters in Airdrie.

Although undeniably obscure, this is also uber rare and highly collectible. We have one bottle only from the early days of Garnheath. Laings notes are as follows: "The nose delivers an incredible vanilla sweetness immediately followed by wood shavings and boiled sweets, the palate burst with fresh fruit salad, pineapple chunks in syrup and a honey'd cereal style. The lingering finish reveals sugar-coated raspberries with vanilla cream, oat biscuits and charred oak". 44.5% Alc./Vol. From a cask of only 124 bottles.

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1982 Douglas Laing & Co. XOP Xtra Old Particular Port Ellen 33 Year Old Single Cask Limited Edition Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND

$2999. 00
Bottle
$35988.00 Dozen

ABV: 55.6%

A glorious 1982 vintage malt from the now closed distillery, Port Ellen. Distilled the year before the distillery closed its doors and bottled in August 2016 from one refill hogshead yielding 198 bottles.
We have one only. All natural and non chill filtered.
Notes from the bottlers... Nose - Wisps of bonfire smoke mingling with salty seaweed, smoked bacon and sweet barley. Palate - Perfectly peated and oceanic in style with BBQ'd meat, damp leather and a distinct earthiness. Finish - Lingering with charred oak, fire embers and a maritime salty tang. 55.6% Alc./Vol.
Please note: slight cracks in the bottle's wax seal are not uncommon. This is not a packaging fault.

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1993 Dumangin Cambus Batch 002 Single Cask 26 Year Old Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$450. 00
Bottle
$5400.00 Dozen

ABV: 49.9%

One of the last whiskies Cambus produced, barrelled just a few months before the distillery closed.
Tasting note: [15ml sample] Reticent yet fresh on the nose; balsawood, sawn pine and oak shavings... the sugars creep in with hints of honeycomb and shortbread. Compared to other Dumangin bottlings, the ratafia input feels more pronounced adding a honeyed fruit-cake quality not normally found in grains. Intense, with the vanilla core giving way to sticky date and caramel fudge. One of the weightier Cambus bottlings to date. Extremely limited. 49.9% Alc./Vol. 310 bottles produced.
Consistently on collector's radars, Cambus continues to routinely sell out. The most significant recent release was a $1K+ 40-year-old offered by Diageo in 2016. A roller coaster history that started in the early 19th century finally came to a close in 1993 as part of Diageo’s infrastructure reorganisation. In 2011, the distilling equipment was removed and Cambus was converted to a warehouse and cooperage, consolidating nearby Carsebridge and Dundashill in Glasgow.

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1982 Duncan Taylor Rarest of the Rare Linlithgow (St. Magdalene) Cask 2214 Cask Strength 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$1499. 00
Bottle
$17988.00 Dozen

ABV: 63.5%

The label isn't lying - this is one incredibly rare whisky. Apart from Diageo's releases through the 1990s and just two official bottlings that we're aware of, Linlithgows are few and far between. Duncan Taylor's was distilled in 1982 and bottled in 2004 from cask number 2214. Non chill filtered. One only.
Other reviews... Spicy and botanical on the nose, with notes of ginger, juniper, lemon grass, orange, and grapefruit rind. Similar followthrough on the palate, with added notes of vanilla, honeyed malt, and hay. Gentle, dried herb and spice finish. Certainly some interesting -- perhaps even peculiar -- flavours from this product of the demolished Lowland distillery.
83 points - whiskyadvocate.com
Named after the town where it was located, the now demolished Linlithgow (a.k.a. St. Magdalene) is one of the mythical Lowland distilleries, along with Rosebank, for which senior malt enthusiasts feel an acute sense of loss. Amongst the oldest distilleries in Scotland, it was established at least by 1798 (and possibly as early as 1765). During its early life it was known as Linlithgow. It was moved to its final location in 1834, to be close to the Union Canal. Before the distillery existed, the site was home to a leper colony, convent, and hospital at various points in time between the 12th and 18th-centuries. The distillery took its name from St. Magdalene's Hospital, a lazar house which once stood upon the site. The vast majority of the output was devoted to blends. Then, partly as a consequence of the big whisky slump in the 1970’s and 1980s, it ceased production and finally closed in 1983. Some of the buildings were converted into apartments, but the distinctive pagoda roofs are still present.

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1969 Duncan Taylor Rarest of the Rare Kinclaith Cask 301456 Cask Strength 36 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$4690. 00
Bottle
$56280.00 Dozen

ABV: 50.1%

A whisky from the Kinclaith distillery (a Lowland distillery which closed in 1975 and was dismantled in 1976/77). The last owners were Allied Distillers. This incredibly scarce Lowlander has never been officially bottled as most of its output went into parent company, Schenley International's, 'Long John' blend. Very little ever got into the hands of brokers for sale to merchant bottlers. Independent bottler, Duncan Taylor had 3 casks and today less than one cask remains.
As the name suggests, easily one of the rarest whiskies on the planet.
Non chill filtered. Distilled May 1969 and bottled August 2005 from cask 301456. Only 152 bottles were released. Comes handsomely presented in a timber case with bonus 50ml miniature of the same whisky and a Duncan Taylor branded tasting glass. One bottle only to sell. 50.1% Alc./Vol.

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1980 Gordon & Macphail Private Collection Caledonian 39 Year Old Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$1399. 00
Bottle
$16788.00 Dozen

ABV: 55.4%

Another Lowland limited edition from a long closed distillery. Distilled in 1980 (likely from majority corn) followed by maturation in a single refill American oak hogshead (#92569) and bottled with zero filtration at natural strength, 111 hand-filled bottles are available worldwide. Beautifully presented and obviously collectable. 55.4% Alc./Vol.
Founded in Edinburgh 1855 and closed in 1988, 'The Cally' (as the locals called it) made its debut as part of Diageo's Special Releases in 2015. That bottling would now be selling for well over AU$1500, so this G&M bottling lands at a very reasonable price.
Notes from the bottlers... Nose: Sweet pineapple and baked apple aromas are complemented by hints of beeswax polish. Soft cane sugar comes to the fore alongside white chocolate and vanilla pod. Taste: Soft black pepper and cocoa powder flavours lead to sweet, dried mango. Subtle notes of candied lime and mouth-warming ginger transform into fresh banana bread. Finish: Long lasting and vibrant with lingering fruit and soft pepper on the finish.

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1975 Gordon & Macphail Private Collection Dumbarton 45 Year Old Cask Strength Single Grain Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$1999. 00
Bottle
$23988.00 Dozen

ABV: 44%

Very rare material on offer here, from the long closed Dumbarton plant, all the more unusual for its extraordinary age and the fact that this has been matured in a refill Sherry hogshead (almost all grains are x Bourbon matured). Well-aged Dumbartons are frequently off the charts when it comes to ratings for the single grain category. This is definitely one of the oldest, if not the oldest ever bottled. Expect notes of dark treacle, dried fig, toasted almonds and stewed fruit. 93 bottles only. Beautifully presented in a ridged heavyweight bottle housed in a veneered wooden box. 44% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Also known as 'Inverleven', Dumbarton was built in 1938, just south of the Highland border near Glasgow and for a while was the largest operation of its kind. Classified as a lowlander by Michael Jackson, production was predominantly set aside for the Ballantine's blends. When bottled by Indies, Dumbarton is typically the label for grain whisky. Inverleven the single malt, but it's not a rule. Nowadays stocks are "undeniably rare". The notable feature of the plant was its American-style stainless steel columns (rather than the traditional Coffey stills). A focus on maize, meant its spirit was rather heavy in character. In 1956 a third Lomond still was added with an attached rectification column designed to produce different styles of spirit. The distillery was decommissioned in 1985, though its column still was salvaged by Bruichladdich to produce its now famous 'Botanist gin'.

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1996 Gordon & Macphail Connoisseurs Choice Imperial 24 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$450. 00
Bottle
$5400.00 Dozen

ABV: 56.6%

With one exception, Imperial has only ever been available via independent bottlings. Despite being established in 1897, by the 1970s (when single malts were just starting to become popular), the managers had dedicated the operation to filling blends. Ironically, when the single malt market came of age in the early 1990s, Imperial was closed! After changing owners several times, the distillery was finally demolished in 2013. Reports have it that remaining stocks are now genuinely low. No surprise that collectors are catching on.
According to Serge Valentin at whiskyfun.com, "mid-90s batches of Imperial are shy but hugely impressive. They share quite a bit with the likes of Clynelish and Ben Nevis from similar vintages, which can’t be a bad thing." Adding to the allure is the fact that Imperial is gone for good. Single cask bottlings at high strength will go fast. This G&M edition was distilled in 1996, with 215 bottles drawn from refill sherry hogshead #5602. 56.6% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.

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1980 Gordon & Macphail Rare Old Glenesk 33 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND

$1299. 00
Bottle
$15588.00 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Going by many names in its 104 year history, the Glenesk distillery in Montrose on Scotland's east coast produced both a malt and grains. It ranks as one of the most esoteric of all Scotland's whiskies, once offered as part of Diageo’s Rare series, with less than a handful of official bottlings and just a smattering of independents. It eludes the most ardent whisky hunters, and perhaps for that reason, has become sought after by a small but growing number of enthusiasts.
Established in 1897, the distillery's most recent title was bestowed in 1980, before which it was better known as 'Hillside' and before then, 'Highland Esk', 'North Esk' et al. After the final name change it was to operate for another five years before being mothballed in 1985 and then demolished for housing in 1996. Only the maltings remained, which operate to this day.
Serge Valentin of whiskyfun.com, who has probably tasted the majority of the historical bottlings comments, "[Stylistically] Glenesk could often be austere and a bit difficult, but it’s gotten very rare… Many have been very good, but very few have been exceptional in our experience." Evidently, this bottling from Gordon & MacPhail falls into the first group, receiving high praise from several writers. A genuine collector's opportunity, we have less than a handful on offer. 46% Alc./Vol. Non chill filtered.
Other reviews... What a charmer: better dead than when alive, some might argue. But this has weathered the passing three and a half decades with ease and really does have something of an ice cream feel to it from the beginning to the end.. well I suppose the distillery was located close to the seaside... One of the most understated but beautiful lost distillery bottlings of the year. 95 points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2022
...Colour: light gold. Nose: very grassy indeed, quite austere indeed, with only a bit of honey on buttered toast and some kind of flints and white flowers. Cut grass. A little barley water… In short a quite simple and straightforward nose. But it’s quite rare… Mouth: some good malty sweetness, a little plain perhaps, with touches of citrons and lemons, also fresh brown bread, hints of lemon curd… Still austere, and slightly tough. Sometimes you have to rack your brain and even that doesn’t work… Perhaps leaves? Branches? Bark? Moss? A bit difficult in all honesty… Finish: medium, grassy, with a little olive oil, candy sugar, more assorted citrus notes, and… cornflakes, perhaps? Some grass for sure. Barley sugar, banana skins… Comments: nice whisky but rather a challenge. Not the most characterful Highlander ever… But yeah, it’s good. And rare, by the way, did we tell you it was rare? 82 points - whiskyfun.com

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1981 Gordon & Macphail Private Collection Dallas Dhu 38 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$2699. 00
Bottle
$32388.00 Dozen

ABV: 60.1%

Very, very rare. In fact, only the third ever Dalls Dhu to land on our shelves. Laid down at the now-silent distillery on the 17th December 1981, drawn from refill American hogshead #1162 at a natural cask strength 60.1% ABV, and bottled by Gordon & MacPhail for their Private Collection, this is one of just 184 sought-after bottles that comes housed in a fine ribbed decanter with beautiful oak presentation case. Highly collectable. One only available.

Notes from the bottlers... Colour: Mahogony. Aroma: Honey and tropical fruit alongside grapefruit zest, violet and lime. Taste: Smooth and sweet flavours of vanilla with cracked black pepper, fresh chillies, roasted nuts and ripe apples. Finish: Medium and slightly drying finish with lingering herbal notes and oak

Originally named "Dallasmore", the Dallas Dhu distillery was built in 1898 by Alexander Edward of the Sanquhar estate outside Forres. It featured a pagoda roof designed by Scottish architect Charles C. Doig. When ownership of the distillery changed to Wright & Greig Ltd. in 1899, it was renamed to "Dallas Dhu". Production began on May 29, 1899, and the first cask was filled on June 3. Economic pressure and an unreliable water supply forced Dallas Dhu to close in 1983, and its distilling license was withdrawn in 1992. The last barrel was filled on March 16, 1983, although the buildings were re-opened to the public in 1988 under Scotland's Historic Buildings and Monument Directorate. Historic Scotland has operated the property since its establishment in 1992. Dallas Dhu has been bottled several times by former owners, however these are hard to procure. This is sought after collector territory for those wanting to secure a colourful piece of Scotch whisky history.

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1991 Gordon & Macphail Rare Old Littlemill 24 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$799. 00
Bottle
$9588.00 Dozen

ABV: 46%

A rare Lowland dram. Founded in 1772, the distillery was located a couple of miles from Auchentoshan and closed in 1992. It was subsequently dismantled. Gordon & Macphail matured this relic of liquid history in refill bourbon and American oak casks before bottling it in 2015 as part of their 'Rare Old' collection. Less than a handful available.
Notes from the bottlers... Aroma: Vanilla with juicy apricot, peach, and blanched almond aromas. Subtle cinnamon and nutmeg spices mingle with cocoa powder and summer berry notes. Taste: A buttery mouth coating, initially sweet with hints of white pepper. Pressed apple, orange, and kiwi flavours are complemented by heather honey. Finish: Medium with lingering tropical fruit flavours. 46% Alc./Vol.

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1985 Gordon & Macphail Private Collection Inverleven 33 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$2199. 00
Bottle
$26388.00 Dozen

ABV: 57.4%

Hidden within the Gordon & MacPhail liquid archives are some truly remarkable casks that qualify for release under G&M's 'Private Collection' label. These casks are bottled at natural strength and specifically chosen by the directors, including third and fourth generations of the Urquhart family. As of 2018, the packaging for the Private Collection takes a major leap forward: Heavyweight, ridged decanter-style bottles come presented in stunning 'parquetry' veneer timber boxes. The completed package looks like something you'd discover in a millionaire's liquor cabinet from the 19th century.
A recent release is this 33 year old gem from the long-lost Inverleven distillery. Filled into a refill Bourbon barrel for Gordon & MacPhail in 1985 (six years before the distillery was mothballed) and limited to just 130 bottles globally, it's been summed up as intense with tropical fruit aromas on the nose and sweet flambéed banana on the palate. (Full notes below).
Also known as Dumbarton, Inverleven was built in 1938, just south of the Highlands border near Glasgow. Classified as a lowlander by Michael Jackson, production was predominantly set aside for the Ballantine's blends. There have been few outings as a single malt. Most recently a 36 year old was released by Chivas under the Deoch dan Doras label (94.5 points from Jim Murray). A smattering of indie bottlings exist, although stocks remain undeniably rare. Several of Inverleven's old pot stills were subsequently sold onto Bruichladdich.
Other reviews... BTW, remember Inverleven was a distillery that was embedded in Ballantine's huge Dumbarton complex and was closed in 1991. The stills are now at Mark Reynier's Waterford Distillery in Ireland. Colour: straw. Nose: balms, hand creams, marzipan, ointments, citrons, verbena, a drop of miso soup, smoked salmon and dill, then more tropical fruits, rather guavas and papayas than mangos. A few drops of yellow Chartreuse this time (the easier one). With water: cumin bread, poppy seeds, fermenting plums (have some in the garage, will distil before this month is over). Mouth (neat): but this was distilled last year! Intense lemony arrival, with a few fermentary touches (yoghurt, sourdough), then a grassy hotchpotch that would include agave, grass, and green tea. Fresh banana bread. With water: opens up like a flower, getting exactly tropical, with a style that is close to that of the fruitiest Littlemills indeed. Melon skin, mangos, tangerines, maracujas... Finish: medium, with the same tropical/citrusy notes. Comments: loves water. I think many are really starting to regret these fruity Lowlanders these days, Rosebank, Littlemill, Inverleven... No, St. Magdalene is a whole different story - and style.
88 points - Serge Valentin, whiskyfun.com
Notes from the bottler... Colour: Dark gold. Aroma: Intense tropical fruit aromas to begin – cooked pineapple, honeydew melon, coconut cream, and little burst of sharp yet sweet lime. A sweet creaminess continues with notes of vanilla ice-cream, sugared red apples, apricot jam, and white chocolate. Hints of overripe cherry and almond marzipan develop into flowering gorse. Taste: Creamy and mouth-coating; warming white pepper notes transform into sweet flambéed banana, madagascan vanilla pod, and salted toffee. subtle spicy undertones remain as toasted malt comes to the fore; a drying cocoa and charred oak edge develops. Finish: A long and lingering charred oak finish with a subtle floral edge. 57.4% Alc./Vol.

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1978 Gordon & Macphail Glen Mhor Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND

$699. 00
Bottle
$8388.00 Dozen

ABV: 65.3%

Built in 1892 by John Birnie, Glen Mhor (pronounced 'Glen Vawr' and meaning 'Great Glen') was the sister distillery to Glen Albyn for a time. Although Glen Albyn was over 50 years older, Glen Mhor was considered to produce the better whisky and its quality won over many fans including Neil Gunn, the famous author who was stationed there as an excise man in the 1920's. He wrote the book "Whisky and Scotland" in the 1930's and described Glen Mhor with enthusiasm.
In 1972, William Birnie (the son of John Birnie, then 80 years old) sold Glen Mhor and Glen Albyn to DCL. The distillery was finally closed along with Glen Albyn in 1983 when United Distillers wound up many of their small operations. Finally it was demolished in 1986. A Co-op store now exists where the Glen Mhor distillery used to be.
There will be obvious collector appeal to this cask strength release from reputable independent bottlers, Gordon & Macphail. One bottle only to sell.
No tasting notes available.

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1982 Gordon & Macphail Rare Old Brora Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Highlands, SCOTLAND

$1200. 00
Bottle
$14400.00 Dozen

ABV: 46%

A legendary mothballed distillery now reserved for a fortunate few.
The distillery now known as Brora started life in 1819 when it was founded by the Marquis of Stafford, later known as the Duke of Sutherland. The distillery was originally founded as Clynelish, however during the subsequent recovery after the first world war, demand from blenders for Clynelish malt was extremely high, so to increase capacity DCL (Distillers Company Limited) built a new distillery adjacent to the existing one in 1967-68. This distillery was also called Clynelish, as the company wished to trade on the existing good name of the old distillery.
The original distillery ran in tandem with the new distillery under the names of Clynelish A and Clynelish B (sources disagree over which was the new distillery and which the original Clynelish) during 1968/9. Predictably, this arrangement was not to the liking of the Customs & Excise folk and the SWA due to the dissimilarity between the types of whisky being produced at the two distilleries. The original distillery was closed down in 1969 and then reopened bearing the name Brora. It then operated intermittently, producing heavily peated (around 40ppm) whisky for blending purposes.
The late Seventies and early Eighties saw another big slump in the industry, and with the parent company DCL needing to cut back on production, in 1983 the decision was taken to mothball Brora (along with many other distilleries, few of which have operated since). Sadly, all attempts to revive Brora have thus far met with no success.
Despite all this, the reputation of the malt produced at Brora between 1969 and 1983 has gone from to strength to strength, with sought-after bottlings now changing hands for large sums.
If there is to be no more Brora (and it now seems almost certain that there won't be) it will be a terrible shame, but there are still bottlings available. What is beyond doubt is that this will be a whisky aficionados will still be talking about decades after the last bottle has been enjoyed. This 1982 distillation from Gordon and Macphail was bottled in 2015 under its Rare Old series. Only a handful of bottles were imported into Australia. We have one to sell. 46% Alc./Vol.

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1981 Gordon & Macphail Rare Old Lochside 34 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$1499. 00
Bottle
$17988.00 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Part of independent bottlers, "Gordon & Macphail's" Rare Old Collection, this Lochside was distilled in 1981 and drawn from a refill / remade Sherry hogshead in 2015. Expect fragrant passion fruit flavours, hints of raspberry and black currant mingling with chocolate and a smooth fruity edge.

Lochside began life as a brewery in the 1890s. After closing in the 1950s the site was bought by Joseph Hobbs, who also ran the Ben Nevis Distillery and later converted it into Lochside Distillery. The new operation contained 4 pot stills and a 21 metre high Coffey Still making it one of a handful of distilleries producing both malt and grain whisky.

Following the death of Hobbs, his son ran the distillery until it was acquired by Destilerias y Crianza, of Madrid, in 1973 with an aim to produce Scotch Malt to blend with their own Spanish spirit. Lochside finally fell victim to the drinks industry over-production problems of the early 1990s. Pernod Ricard acquired, then closed Lochside in 1992 with the buildings being demolished in 2004-5 to make way for a housing development.

We have 1 bottle only of Lot No. RO/15/10.

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1979 Gordon & Macphail Rare Vintage Dallas Dhu 33 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Speyside, Highlands, SCOTLAND

$550. 00
Bottle
$6600.00 Dozen

ABV: 43%

If you've never tried this elusive malt - here is the perfect opportunity.

Originally named "Dallasmore", the Dallas Dhu distillery was built in 1898 by Alexander Edward of the Sanquhar estate outside Forres. It featured a pagoda roof designed by Scottish architect Charles C. Doig. When ownership of the distillery changed to Wright & Greig Ltd. in 1899, it was renamed to "Dallas Dhu". Production began on May 29, 1899, and the first cask was filled on June 3.

Economic pressure and an unreliable water supply forced Dallas Dhu to close in 1983, and its distilling license was withdrawn in 1992. The last barrel was filled on March 16, 1983, although the buildings were re-opened to the public in 1988 under Scotland's Historic Buildings and Monument Directorate. Historic Scotland has operated the property since its establishment in 1992.

Dallas Dhu has been bottled several times by former owners, however these are hard to procure. This is sought after collector territory for those wanting to secure a colourful piece of Scotch whisky history, and a terrific dram to boot, as testified by Jim Murray's recent review. Distilled 1979. Bottled 2012.
Tasting note: Pale gold. Attractive citrus and fruit cake like sniffs with sprinklings of sweet spice - cinnamon and clove in particular - then rich vanilla enters. The squeaky clean, semi sweet profile is breakfast bar like (fruit, cereal and honey) with a slather of creamy peat and warm spices finishing fresh and with outstanding length. Nutty, oily, peaty aftertaste. If you've never tried this elusive malt - here is the perfect opportunity. 43% Alc./Vol.

Other reviews... ...marginally earthy but probably only there for the fruit and nuts to grow in: green banana and toasted yam lead, pecan pie follows behind; t23.5 how can barley melt in the mouth after 32 years? It defies logic and description. What makes it work so well, is that the base and baritone sugars from the oak never for a moment attempt to drown the tenor from the grist. Often that is the key to a whisky’s success and here it is demonstrated perfectly: it means the complexity levels remain high at all times and the depth of oak controlled; f23.5 long, with the vanilla enjoying a nutty depth, moving into a more deliciously praline oiliness. The tannins are firm enough to remind us that 1979 was a long time ago now but not a single hint of oaky degradation. Clear, confident, strident notes from first to last; b24 good ol’ Gordon and MacPhail! I can hardly recall the last time a bottling from this distillery popped along – depressing to think I am old enough to remember when they were so relatively common they were being sold on special offer…!! It was always a class act; it’s closure an act of whisky vandalism, whether it be preserved as a museum or not. This, even after all these years, shows the extraordinary quality we are missing day in, day out. 43% 94.5 points. - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible 2013

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1965 Gordon & Macphail Connoisseur's Choice St. Magdalene Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$999. 00
Bottle
$11988.00 Dozen

ABV: 40%

St. Magdalene Distillery (now demolished) is one of the mythical Lowland distilleries, along with Rosebank, for which senior malt enthusiasts feel an acute sense of loss. Amongst the oldest distilleries in Scotland, it was established at least by 1798 (and possibly as early as 1765). During its early life, it was known as "Linlithgow" after the town in which it was built, and some Independent bottlings have been labelled as such. It was moved to its final location in 1834, to be close to the Union Canal. Before the distillery existed, the site was home to a leper colony, convent, and hospital at various points in time between the 12th and 18th-centuries. The distillery took its name from St. Magdalene's Hospital, a lazar house which once stood upon the site.
The vast majority of the output of the Saint Magdalene / Linlithgow distillery was devoted to blends. Then, partly as a consequence of the big whisky slump in the 1970’s and 1980s, it ceased production and finally closed in 1983. Some of the buildings were converted into apartments, but the distinctive pagoda roofs are still present.
This ultra rare St. Magdalene was distilled 1965 and bottled under Gordon & Macphail's Connoisseur's Choice 'Map Label' series. 40% Alc./Vol.
Other reviews... 90 points - www.maltmaniacs.com

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1956 Gordon & Macphail Talisker Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (750ml)

Isle of Skye, SCOTLAND

$2999. 00
Bottle
$35988.00 Dozen

ABV: 54.4%

'The lava of the Cuillins' - that is how Talisker, the Golden Spirit of Skye was described by one poetic taster. This is indeed a turbulent Gaelic malt ; the only single malt from a spectacularly beautiful island of wild moorlands and dramatic mountain peaks known as the Cuillins. Built in Carbost in 1831 near 'Talisker House', the distillery has entertained such personalities as Boswell & Johnson. Another celebrity who enjoyed his Talisker was author, Robert Louis Stevenson, describing it in 1880 as 'king 'o' drinks'. Stevenson rightly recognised it as bearing similarities to both the Glenlivet and Islay malts. However, by taking 'the best of both worlds' so to speak, Talisker had achieved a new, unique style of whisky. In 1892 Roderick Kemp, a part owner sold his share to establish the now immortal Macallan distillery, however, the distillery has continued strong since.
This now scarce edition was distilled in 1956 and released by the reputable independent bottlers, Gordon & Macphail, at cask strength. 54.4% Alc./Vol.
No tasting notes available.

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1982 Gordon & Macphail Private Collection St. Magdalene (Linlithgow) 36 Year Old Cask Strength Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Lowlands, SCOTLAND

$2299. 00
Bottle
$27588.00 Dozen

ABV: 53%

Apart from Diageo's releases through the 1990s and just two official bottlings that we're aware of, Linlithgows are few and far between. Gordon & Macphail's Private Collection release was distilled in 1982 and bottled in 2019 from cask number 2092 (a refill American hogshead). Non chill filtered. 53% Alc./Vol. One only.
Other reviews... In my book, St. Magdalene was one of the most complex malt whiskies ever, but I think it used to need higher voltages than just 40 or 43% vol. Which is the case here, so all should be fine… By the way this baby comes in a lovely wooden box covered with ‘points de Hongrie’ that would make for a gorgeous pencil (or iPhone) box. Let’s go buy pencils! Colour: light gold. Nose: quite astonishingly, we’re not too far from the Bladnoch as far as aromatic profiles are concerned, with a similar citrusness that works extremely well. Except that this is deeper, richer, and much more complex, and would range from jams and fresh fruits to sherbets and ice creams. We’re talking lemons and lime, bergamots, oranges, citrons, and probably angelica, lilies and rhubarb again. This fruity and floral freshness is simply fantastic, and for that we have to thank a relatively lazy hogshead. Thank you, Mr Hogshead. With water: ah, typical. Leather, herbal teas, tobaccos, old perfumes, potpourri, mushrooms… One cannot not think of the RMs, provided one’s tried any of those. Mouth (neat): bites you a bit at first, starting with an unusual lemon squash/washing powder/lemon honey combination, but the honey wins it and gets very complex, with some kind of honey cake with bits of bitter chocolate, tealeaves, black tobacco and then half a glass of artisan mead, or even chouchen, which is a stronger form of mead that they make in Brittany. The washing powder became clay, all for the better indeed. Oh and no I never ate any washing powder, but remember when we write ‘washing powder’, that only means ‘reminiscent of washing powder’. There’s no banana in whisky either. With water: wonderful notes of Riesling, rhubarb wine, a little liquorice, tobacco, grapefruits… Finish: medium, a tad drier and more on herbal teas, with citrus skins and more mead in the aftertaste. Comments: check! It’s well a wonderful St. Magdalene. And if you love mead, you’ll adore this. Agreed, mead is a little cheaper.
90 points - Serge Valentin, whiskyfun.com

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1979 Gordon & MacPhail Port Ellen 34 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700ml)

Islay, SCOTLAND

$1999. 00
Bottle
$23988.00 Dozen

ABV: 46%

Established on Islay's south coast in 1825 by A K Mackay and Co., Port Ellen was closed in the slump of 1983, but the whisky made in the 17 or so years between its re-opening and final closure has acquired a reputation as some of the finest to have been made on Islay in that time. Following two outstandingly successful Rare Malt bottlings in 1998 and 2000, Diageo has released an official bottling of Port Ellen every year since 2001, although it is presently unknown how many more of these bottlings will be forthcoming as stocks get lower. There have also been myriad independent bottlings, particularly from Douglas Laing and this one from Gordon and Macphail. Prices for Port Ellen have increased steadily over the last decade as the reputation of the distillery grows and supplies dwindle.
Tasting notes: Pale gold appearance. Delicate, sooty, oily peat. Mushrooms slowly from the glass after brief aeration. Notes of salted cracker and kelp emerge before rich malt begins to pulse through the smokey lather. Third pass finds hints of liquorice bullets, then the bouquet turns full circle with subtle seaweed aromas repeating. Middle weighted profile showcases a seamless integration of sweet smoke, spice and juicy malt with the peat restrained towards the finish as distinct honeycomb emerges. Maintains text book balance - still fresh despite the late sweetness. The honeycomb reverberates with the subtle smokiness and continues with terrific staying power. Confident. Elegant. Very debonair. 46% Alc./Vol.

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Scotland's (almost forgotten) liquid history.
Around 100 distilleries are currently active in Scotland, but few are aware of the much greater number lost to history amid the boom and bust cycles notorious in the whisky industry. A closed distillery is one which has been permanently shut down, probably because it was uneconomical to run at the time of closure. Normally the equipment is dismantled and sold off, so it's very unlikely that the distillery could re-open in its original form.
Names like Banff, Coleburn, Glenlochy, Glenugie and Kinclaith are almost unheard of nowadays, though bottlings do still surface. Other better known distillieries have almost acquired a mythical status, both for their relative 'scarcity', soaring prices and consistently high quality output. St. Magdalene, Port Ellen, Rosebank and Brora, which were closed more recently still have casks in bond, waiting to be bottled, usually by independent bottlers for savvy, cashed-up collectors. Finding these at opening prices is key.
Nicks Wine Merchants continue to source old and rare whiskies from private collections and official sources that you can buy online and have safely shipped to most areas of Australia.