The mature, deep, spicy one: a deeper Sherry influence adds more spiciness and a liquorice tang. Greater age adds body and develops the distinctive fruitiness to a rich raisin character.

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

Named World Whisky of the Year in 2008.

Non chill-filtered with a strength of 46% ABV. 

Colour: Light gold.

Aroma: A burst of intense smoky fruit escapes into the atmosphere – peat infused with zesty lemon and lime, wrapped in waxy dark chocolate.
Bold menthol and black pepper slice through the sweet smoke followed by tarry ropes and graphite. As you dip your nose in further, savour the aroma of smoked fish and crispy bacon alongside green bell peppers, baked pineapple and pear juice.
Add water and breathe in the vortex of aromas rising from the glass. An oceanic minerality brings a breath of cool, briny seaspray on chalky cliffs. Waxed lemon and lime follows with coal tar soap, beeswax and herby pine woodlands. Toasted vanilla and sizzling cinnamon simmer in the background with warm hazelnut and almond toffee.

Taste: An explosion of crackling peat sets off millions of flavour explosions on the tongue: peat effervesces with tangy lemon and lime juice, black pepper pops with sizzling cinnamon-spiced toffee. This is followed by a wave of brine infused with smooth buttermilk, ripe bananas and currants. Smoke gradually wells up on the palate bringing a mouthful of warm creamy cappuccino and toasted marshmallows. As the taste lengthens and deepens, dry espresso, liquorice root and tarry smoke develop coating the palate with chewy peat oils.

Finish: The finish goes on and on – long and smoky with tarry espresso, aniseed, toasted almonds and traces of soft barley and fresh pear.

Ardbeg Corryvreckan takes its name from the famous whirlpool that lies to the north of Islay, where only the bravest souls dare to venture. Swirling aromas and torrents of deep, peaty, peppery taste lurk beneath the surface of this beautifully balanced dram. Like the whirlpool itself, Corryvreckan is not for the faint-hearted! Awarded The World’s Best Single Malt in 2010 by the World Whiskies Awards.

Non chill-filtered at 57.1% ABV

Color: Rich Amber. 

Aroma: Heady, intense and powerful. Swirl the glass and dip your nose into the torrents of tarry ropes, creosote and linseed oil rising from deep within the vortex. A collision of waxy dark chocolate, warm blackcurrants and muscovado sugar pulls you under its spell with a burst of plump cherries and earthy pine needles leaping from its depths. From salty seasoning comes a briny character with tangy crisp seaweed and smoky bacon swirling on the surface with hints of sweet vanilla, spicy cloves and blueberries. Surrender to its dangerous depths with the heady force of menthol, treacle and chilli sauce.

Taste: Plunge into the whirlpool and torrents of taste well up on the palate; deep, peppery and chewy, bombarding the tongue. The first plunge brings forth chewy peppered steak soaked in pepper sauce with the tang of crispy seaweed. As you descend deeper, encounter a mouthful of black tarry espresso coffee that coats the palate with rich melted dark fruits (blackcurrants, blueberries and cherries) and bitter almonds. As the taste soaks in deeper, star anise and hickory dry out the palate before a surprise of chalky effervescent violets fizz to the surface.

Finish: Long, deep and remaining powerful into the finish with black tarry coffee, chocolate coated cherries and hot pepper sauce, the lingering memories of your mysterious and daring journey into Corryvreckan.

Pronounced ‘Oog-a-dal’, it’s a special vatting that marries Ardbeg’s traditional deep, smoky notes with luscious, raisiny tones of old ex-Sherry casks. Ardbeg Uigeadail was voted by the 120,000+ strong Ardbeg Committee as their favourite Ardbeg.

Non chill-filtered at 54.2% ABV.

Colour: Deepest gold.

Aroma: Rich and weighty with heady and smoky aromatics, this expression of Ardbeg is both intensely flavoured and perfectly integrated. At full strength, the initial aroma is a beguiling mix of warm Christmas cake, walnut oil and parma violets fused with fresh ocean spice, cedar and pine needles falling from the Christmas tree. A smouldering smoky coal fire and the deep scent of well-oiled leather brings warmth to the scene. The sweetness of treacle toffees and chocolate-coated raisins bring indulgence through the smoke. With water, the deep smokiness increases in intensity, reminiscent of a Christmas pudding on fire. Tarry smoke and diesel engine oil enter the room bringing smells of an age gone by. Rich flowering currants and warm baked banana and walnut bread are served with simmering mocha espresso.

Taste: Full-flavoured and rich with a deep mouth-coating texture, the taste is an intriguing balance between sweet, spicy and deep smoky flavours. The flavour is initially sweet as Christmas cake begins to soak into the tongue. A burst of winter spices sets off a smoky-spicy explosion countered by a sumptuous mid-palate of honey glazed smoked food and chewy treacle. Waves of deep smoky tones and rich aromas build up on the palate like a fine Montecristo cigar.

Finish: Amazingly long and chewy with lingering raisiny, deep mocha tones and rich aromatic smoke into the perfectly integrated finish.

The Balvenie's 15 year old Single Barrel Sherry Cask has been matured exclusively in a single European oak sherry butt for at least 15 years. The 15-year maturation in a cask that has previously held Oloroso sherry creates a single malt characterized by dried fruit richness, nuttiness and spice. No more than 650 hand-numbered bottles are drawn from each sherry butt and each bottle carries the number of the cask in which it was matured.

TASTING NOTES

Nose: Rich with elegant oak and subtle spice.

Taste: Dried fruits are overlaid with a gentle nuttiness.

Finish: Long and sherried.

Pronounced “Cull Eela”. It’s the Gaelic name for the Sound of Islay, which separates the island from Jura. For some, the distillery’s pronunciation is as remote as its location, sitting as it does on the rugged eastern coast, where it has remained hidden from view since 1846. However you say it, the fine, smoky whisky produced by generations of islanders is worth exploring.

Critics worldwide hail Dewar’s 12 Year Old as exceptional, earning top accolades like a 94-point rating from Whisky Advocate and high praise from experts like F. Paul Pacult and Mark Gillespie. But beyond the acclaim, this double-aged Blended Scotch Whisky offers a rich, smooth taste with hints of dried fruit, citrus, and vanilla. Its Double Gold win at the 2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition speaks volumes about its quality. Whether sipped neat or in classic cocktails like the Original Highball or Aromatic Highball, it promises a complex yet smooth experience. Pair it with aged Gouda, nuts, or bread pudding to elevate its oak-aged richness, resulting in fuller flavors and Dewar’s signature smoothness. Ultimately, Dewar's 12 Year Old stands out for its meticulous aging process, providing balance, smoothness, and an unrivaled taste. Enjoy responsibly.

Clynelish whisky is closer to an Island style than other mainland malts, with a complex and fragrant nose and an agreeable, long finish that leaves a lingering fresh-fruity flavour. This 14-year-old is a less heavyweight whisky that's deliciously drinkable and makes it an excellent aperitif.

TASTING NOTES

APPEARANCE: Yellow gold.

BODY: Firm, light to medium.

NOSE: Wax comes up with water – scented candle wax. Dried flowers on a beach. Later, brown sugar.

PALATE: Pleasant creamy mouthfeel; maritime generally.

FINISH: Some salt, dryish yet an attractive, even slightly bitter finish.

The process of crafting The Balvenie PortWood Aged 21 Years involves transferring select Balvenie whiskies to port casks that previously contained exquisite port wines. This unique combination is carefully monitored by The Balvenie Malt Master, who samples it periodically to ensure that the port casks infuse the single malt with just the right amount of character, enriching its flavors while preserving its distinctive qualities. 

TASTING NOTES

Nose: A perfume of fruity and ripe raisin notes, backed by a nutty dryness

Taste: Refined with remarkable character, it is creamy and silky with fruit, honey and spice notes.

Finish: Long, gentle, nutty.

Fruity & Deep

With the depth and complexity that comes from being matured for 16 years in a combination of American Oak casks and the finest Sherry butts, this expression’s warm and fruity notes are enriched by an engagingly spicy sweetness.

Tasting Notes

Colour: Rich golden amber

Nose: Rich scented floral and sweet raisin aromas with spicy nutiness

Palate: Smooth and full with sweet, floral and spicy flavours and notes of plum and gentle oak

Finish: Long, warm, spicy fruitiness

Glenfiddich 12 Year Old is carefully matured in the finest American bourbon and Spanish sherry oak casks for at least 12 years, after which it is mellowed in oak marrying tuns for a complete harmony in aroma and flavor.

Known for its distinctive fresh pear and subtle oak flavors and its long, smooth finish, Glenfiddich 12 Year Old is the signature expression from Glenfiddich, the World's Most Awarded Single Malt Scotch whisky.

ABV 40%

Bottle Size: 750ml

This superb single malt Scotch is uniquely aged in European, American and New American oak, the last of which imparts the whisky with its unique, virgin-cask flavors of warm spice, honey and rich fruit. After 15 years of maturation, the whisky is mellowed in Glenfiddich's first-of-its-kind Solera Vat, giving the single malt its richness and depth. Glenfiddich 15 Year Old is the perfect marriage of whisky tradition and innovation. It's also one of the top ten, best-selling single malts in the world.

Fine Spanish Oloroso sherry casks, and American oak mature Glenfiddich 18 Year Old, an intriguingly fruity yet full-bodied single malt.

Glenfiddich 18 Year Old comes hand numbered and is married in small batches of no more than 150 casks so Malt Master Brian Kinsman can carefully control every element of the whisky's robust aroma and rich taste.

ABV 43%

Bottle Size: 750ml

This superb single malt is finished in casks that once contained premium Caribbean rum. Hand selected by Malt Master Brian Kinsman, these barrels impart Glenfiddich 21 Year Old with an intense, vanilla aroma and a lively flavor of lime, ginger and spice. A complex whisky with a long finish, Glenfiddich 21 Year Old is perfect for the adventurous Scotch drinker.

Awards: 94 Points - Jim Murray's Whisky Bible for nine consecutive years

Awards: 94 Points The Ultimate Spirits Challenge