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Nikka Taketsuru Non Age Pure Malt Whisky 0.7L 43%

Nikka Coffey Malt Whisky 0,7L 45%

Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky 0,7L 45%

Glenglassaugh Torfa Peated Highland Single Malt Whisky 0.7 L 50% The history of the Glenglassaugh distillery The Scottish single malt whisky distillery Glenglassaugh is idyllically located between the mouths of the River Spey and the River Deveron near the coastal town of Portsoy. This means that Glenglassaugh is geographically part of the Highlands. James Moir, his two nephews William and Alexander Morrison and the coppersmith Thomas Wilson founded the distillery in 1874 and were able to successfully establish themselves in the region over the next few years. Due to the early deaths of James Moir in 1887 and William Morrison in 1892, the Glenglassaugh distillery finally became the property of the Highland Distilleries Co Ltd. Unfortunately, under new management the distillery was unable to build on its past successes and had to close for the first time in 1908. Even after the reopening in 1931, things did not go much better and there were further closures and reopenings in the decades that followed. The Glenglassaugh distillery is currently owned by the BenRiach Distillery Company Ltd. and has been officially active again since November 24, 2008. The Glenglassaugh Torfa Peated Highland Single Malt Whisky Since the reopening, the distillery has released various bottlings in order to build on the success of days gone by. One small but very successful bottling is the Glenglassaugh Torfa. This is made from heavily peated malt, which was traditionally dried in kilns over peat smoke. Peated whiskies are rather unusual for the Highlands and so many connoisseurs are surprised when they smell the distinctive peat and smoky notes of the golden-yellow Glenglassaugh Torfa. The palate also reveals aromas of peat, which are underlined by nuances of melon, pineapple, baked apple and spices. The aftertaste of the whisky is very long and is characterized by smoke and the taste of dried fruit. The Glenglassaugh Torfa is bottled at a strong 50% vol. and is neither colored nor chill-filtered!

Glenglassaugh Revival Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 0.7 L 46% The history of the Glenglassaugh distillery "Valley with the meadow" - this is what the name Glenglassaugh means when translated. A sonorous name for a beautiful distillery that is idyllically located between the River Spey and the River Deveron near the coastal town of Portsoy. Geographically, the Glenglassaugh distillery is therefore part of the Highlands. The whisky distillery was founded in 1874 by James Moir, the coppersmith Thomas Wilson and his two nephews William and Alexander Morrison. After the early death of James Moir in 1887, Alexander Morrison completely renovated the distillery and equipped it with new fermentation vats and stills. Unfortunately, Morrison also died just a few years later and so in 1892 Glenglassaugh came into the possession of Highland Distilleries Co Ltd. However, the company was unable to build on its past success and had to close for the first time in 1908. Even after it reopened in 1931, lasting success was not forthcoming and in the decades that followed there were further closures and reopenings. However, Glenglassaugh has been in operation again since November 24, 2008 and is under the official management of the BenRiach Distillery Company Ltd. The Glenglassaugh Revival Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky In order to build on the fame of days gone by, Glenglassaugh has released some very special bottlings in recent years. The Glenglassaugh Revival was the first whisky released after the distillery last closed over 20 years ago. The distillates used for this whisky matured partly in former red wine barrels and partly in former bourbon whiskey barrels. These two batches were then married and filled into ex-sherry barrels for final maturation. The copper-colored Glenglassaugh Revival has fine notes of toffee, caramel and notes of sherry, nuts, honey and milk chocolate on the nose. On the palate, this special whisky is creamy and rounded. In the long aftertaste, nuances of oranges, plums, walnuts, oak and cherries can be seen. The Glenglassaugh Revival was neither colored nor cool-filtered and with its strong 46% vol. is a very special treat!

Glenglassaugh Evolution Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 0.7 L 50% The history of Glenglassaugh Glenglassaugh is a distillery with an eventful history. The distillery, whose name means "valley with the meadow", was founded in 1874 by James Moir. The Glenglassaugh distillery is located in the Highlands, between the mouths of the Spey and Deveron rivers. Unfortunately, the founder James Moir died in 1887, but his nephew Alexander Morrison continued to run it successfully and equipped it with new stills and fermentation vats in the following years. After Morrison's death in 1892, Glenglassaugh became the property of Highland Distilleries Co Ltd., but had to cease operations in 1908 due to some sales difficulties. The following decades were turbulent and the history of the distillery was marked by numerous closures and new openings. However, since November 24, 2008, Glenglassaugh has been in operation again and is under the management of the BenRiach Distillery Company Ltd. The Glenglassaugh Evolution Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky The Glenglassaugh Evolution is a very special bottling. The distillates used for this whisky matured in ex-Tennessee First Fill whiskey barrels. This special type of storage has produced a whisky with great depth, complexity and a lot of character and finesse. The Glenglassaugh Evolution does not use caramel as a colorant or cold filtration. It was bottled at a strong 50% vol. to preserve the full character of the whisky. On the nose, the light golden Glenglassaugh Evolution shows fine aromas of malt, pineapple and buttery vanilla. Similar aromas can also be perceived on the palate, although these are supported by nuances of white pepper, oak, caramel and ripe banana. The aftertaste of the Glenglassaugh Evolution is medium-long and underlined by the strong taste of spices and dried fruit. Despite its strong 50% ABV, we recommend not adding water to this great whisky!

Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch Whisky Vintage Cask 0.7 L 40% The history of the Glenfiddich Distillery The Glenfiddich Distillery is probably the best known Scottish single malt whisky distillery. Glenfiddich is located in the town of Dufftown and is therefore part of the Highlands. The distillery was founded in 1886/87 by William Grant and has had an extremely successful history ever since. A key reason for this was that Glenfiddich was the first Scottish whisky brand to dare to offer its malt on the international market. A bold step that paid off, because Glenfiddich Pure Single Malt is still the best-selling single malt whisky on the global market today. The distillery is still owned by the Grant family and is one of the few whisky distilleries that has retained its independence. With a total of 10 wash stills and 18 spirit stills, Glenfiddich manages an immense annual production volume of 10,000 liters of the finest single malt whisky. The Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch Whisky Vintage Cask The Glenfiddich Vintage Casks is one of a total of three bottlings from “The Cask Collection,” all of which were bottled without an age statement. Like the 15-year-old Glenfiddich, the Vintage Cask comes from a solera system, i.e. a row of barrels that are continually refilled. The barrels used for the Vintage Cask are barrels made of European oak and ex-bourbon barrels from America. The barrels were deliberately chosen to be as close as possible to the style of Glenfiddich from its founding year of 1887, when barrels made of European oak were still largely used. Since whiskeys at the time were also much peatier, a good portion of the Glenfiddich Vintage Cask consists of peated whiskey. This is also clearly noticeable when you smell the copper-colored Glenfiddich Vintage Cask. There are strong aromas of peat and smoke, which are flanked by nuances of dried fruit, oak and leather. On the palate, this single malt whiskey has a strong aroma of honey, vanilla and again smoke. The peat cannot hide in the medium-long aftertaste either, although it is much milder here than on the nose and palate!

Glen Breton 10YO Rare Malt Whisky 0.7 L 43%

St. George Breaking & Entering American Whiskey 0.7L 43% Of pear brandy and bourbon Bourbon is to the USA as currywurst is to Berlin. Many distilleries have therefore specialised in this whiskey made from corn and have not produced any other product for generations. This is different at St. George Spirits. This distillery was only founded in 1982 and its success is based on a completely different product: fruit brandy! The founder, Jörg Rupf, knew the production process for this product in detail from his home in the Black Forest and decided to introduce Americans to traditionally produced European eau-de-vies. Jörg Rupf was successful in expanding the production area from a small 250 L pot still to a production space of over 6,000 m², starting with a single pear brandy! The production of St. George Breaking & Entering American Whiskey Enthusiastic about his skills, many customers repeatedly asked for a bourbon whiskey. After all, anyone who produces such good spirits as Jörg Rupf must also be able to produce good bourbon whiskey. Knowing that good bourbon whiskey needs a lot of storage time and even more experience in production, St. George decided to go a slightly different route. They bought barrels from the best bourbon distilleries in Kentucky. Yes, the St. George Breaking & Entering American Whiskey is a blend of products from other distilleries. And at St. George they are very open about it, which we think is great. Because that's how you build trust with your customers and can also offer them an excellent product - even if it doesn't come from your own stills for once. The two current master distillers at St. George - Lance Winters and Dave Smith - have already gained some experience in blending whiskey and thought about which of their favorite bourbons they would like to combine. Thanks to good contacts in the industry, they were able to buy up almost 400 barrels of bourbon whiskey that was aged between 5 and 8 years. The result is a bourbon that is more than the sum of its parts. The St. George Breaking & Entering American Whiskey. The taste of the St. George Breaking & Entering American Whiskey, highly praised by renowned magazines such as GQ, Forbes, Wine Enthusiast and Whisky Advocate, it seems that a lot of things went right when blending the Breaking & Entering American Whiskey. And this not-too-sweet whiskey is actually convincing with spicy and complex aromas of banana, butter, maple, cinnamon and cloves. Some connoisseurs refer to the Breaking & Entering as "breakfast bourbon". We don't really care when you drink it. But you should definitely try the Breaking & Entering American Whiskey. It's worth it - promised.

Zuidam Millstone Rye Whisky 100 Proof 0.7 L 50%

Corsair Triple Smoke Whiskey, 0.7 L, 40% The history of the Corsair Distillery It is not uncommon for good friends to open a business together. However, these businesses are less likely to be successful, as shared interests alone are usually not enough to run the business successfully. This is different for the Americans Darek Bell and Andrew Webber. Bell and Webber have known each other since kindergarten and now successfully run the Corsair Distillery together. The two experimented early on in the garage of Darek Bell and his wife Amy Lee with producing their own wine and beer. The products were very well received by friends and acquaintances, and so the two decided to produce alcoholic beverages professionally from then on. However, since they wanted something "spiritor", they decided to open a distillery! In the following years they visited numerous distilleries together to learn everything they needed to know about distillery technology through dialogue with the respective master distillers. After they had finally saved enough money for their own hand-hammered copper pot still, Bell and Webber began producing their own gin and whiskey. The Corsair Triple Smoke Whiskey The Corsair Distillery's portfolio is long and, in addition to some standard products, also includes experimental spirits and bottlings that are often only available for a short time. These special bottlings include, for example, a pumpkin brandy or whiskey that has been hopped. Another innovative distillate from the Corsair Distillery is the Corsair Triple Smoke Whiskey. The idea behind this whiskey is as simple as it is ingenious. As with a good Scottish whisky, the basis is malted barley. This is divided into three fractions before processing, each of which is smoked in a different way. While two fractions are gently smoked over milder cherry or birch wood, the third and final part of the malt is smoked with strong peat smoke. After distillation, the still young but already very aromatic whiskey is filled into new, charred barrels for storage. Here it gains another dimension of taste through the notes of the heavily toasted wood. The Corsair Triple Smoke Whiskey is a very complex whiskey that does not overwhelm the palate with its strong smoky notes, but rather encourages you to take another sip. The Corsair Triple Smoke is a very successful whiskey that deserves attention!

Cosa Nostra Scotch Whisky 0.7L 40% About Cosa Nostra Scotch Whisky There are spirits that don't actually exist. Cosa Nostra Scotch Whisky is definitely one of them! The Cosa Nostra is probably the best known criminal organization in organized crime and is known to many people through numerous Hollywood films. The Cosa Nostra probably originated in Sicily at the beginning of the 19th century. While the first murder by the Cosa Nostra can only be dated to February 1, 1893, violent crime committed by the organization rose rapidly in the following years. From around 1950, murders were also carried out using submachine guns following the American model. This explains how the American Thompson submachine gun has managed to become a global symbol of the Cosa Nostra. The Thompson submachine gun The Thompson submachine gun, which serves as the model for the bottle shape of the Cosa Nostra Scotch Whisky, was developed during the First World War by the American Colonel John T. Thompson. It is also known as the Thompson Sub Machine Gun but especially as the Tommy Gun. The Tommy Gun was also used by Al Capone and his entourage, who are known to have made a fortune by smuggling whisky during Prohibition. There is therefore definitely a connection between the Tommy Gun and the Cosa Nostra Scotch Whisky! The Cosa Nostra Scotch Whisky The Cosa Nostra Scotch Whisky is a typical blended Scotch Whisky. This means that it is blended from both single malt whisky and grain whisky. This gives the Cosa Nostra Scotch Whisky a balanced aroma that many connoisseurs appreciate. The Cosa Nostra Scotch Whisky has a typical malty-sweet and spicy-strong note on the nose. The Cosa Nostra Scotch Whisky also has a similar aroma on the palate, but this is complemented by notes of caramel and vanilla. The aftertaste of the Cosa Nostra Scotch Whisky is, as befits a good whisky, slightly smoky and long. The Cosa Nostra Scotch Whisky is certainly a nice party gadget, which is due not only to the unusual bottle shape but also to the high-quality contents!

Johnnie Walker Whisky Blue Label 1.0L 40% Blended Scotch Whisky Scottish blended whisky is the best-selling whisky in the world. Its sales figures are significantly higher than those of single malts, bourbon, Irish or rye whiskeys in the world. The history of blended whiskeys began in 1828, when the inventor Robert Stein patented a continuous distillation system, the so-called column still or patent still. This was later further developed by the Irishman Aeneas Coffey and made it possible for the first time to distill whisky continuously and with a higher alcohol content. This made it possible to offer purer alcohol at a lower cost. A revolution at the time, when only traditional pot stills had been used to produce alcohol. The new devices spread quickly and around 1850 a distinction was made for the first time between whisky made from barley malt in pot stills, the so-called malt whisky, and grain whisky, which was distilled from unmalted barley and other grains in column stills. Grain whisky could be offered at a much lower price, but also had less flavor than malts. Around ten years later, Scottish whisky traders were allowed to mix these two qualities. Blended Scotch whisky was born. Scotch whisky finally became competitive on the international market. Scottish malts had previously been unable to establish themselves on this market due to their massive body and high price. In the following years, many companies were founded that specialized in the production and sale of blended whisky. One of these founding fathers was Alexander Walker. The story of John Walker In 1857, Alexander Walker took over his father John "Johnnie" Walker's general store. Among other things, Walker offered a blend of malt whiskies from various distilleries, which was well received by customers. Like many other merchants, however, Walker played more of a supporting role in the whisky business at the time. This changed when the law on the legal mixing of malt and grain whisky was passed in 1860. Alexander Walker experimented with many different types of whisky and eventually created his own blend, which was to become world famous. Johnnie Walker now sells over 100 million bottles of the house's basic blend, the so-called Red Label, every year. In addition to the Red Label, there are also other world-famous bottlings in Johnnie Walker's portfolio. The most famous of these is probably the legendary Blue Label. Blue Label - The King of Blended Whiskies The ultimate in the Johnnie Walker product line is the Blue Label. This is composed of malt and grain whiskies that are up to 60 years old and is based on a recipe by Alexander Walker. The Blue Label is considered one of the best blended Scotch whiskies on the market and does not even need to fear comparison with the best single malts. Its bouquet is extremely harmonious and, in addition to light smoky tones, shows a pleasant sherry note as well as nuances of roasted nuts and dried fruit. The palate reveals a wide spectrum of aromas with tones of spices, dark chocolate and oak. The aftertaste of Johnnie Walker Blue Label is distinctive, slightly smoky and of almost infinite length. An incomparably complex blended whisky that every whisky lover should try once in their life!

Glenfarclas 105 Single Malt Whisky 1.0L 60% Glenfarclas - A pioneer in the whisky business The origins of the Glenfarclas distillery, located in the heart of Speyside, go back to 1836. At that time, Robert Hay founded the whisky distillery near the popular tourist Ballindalloch Castle. In its almost two hundred year history, Glenfarclas has blossomed into a Category 1 whisky. Only the malt whiskies most sought after by blending companies are listed under this category. This good reputation in the spirits industry does not come from nowhere. Glenfarclas has been a pioneer in the whisky business for years. Glenfarclas was one of the first distilleries to bring single malt bottlings of different ages and alcohol content onto the market. Glenfarclas also played a pioneering role in opening a visitor centre for visitors. Almost 200 years of tradition After opening in 1836, Robert Hay had to wait another eight years before he was granted a licence to distill whisky. The distillery quickly built up a good reputation, so that businessman John Grant decided to buy it in 1865 for £511.19. The distillery remained in family ownership and is now run by the fifth and sixth generation of Grants. Because the company has always remained family owned, it has been able to bypass many of the rigid organisational structures of the normal spirits industry, which made many of the decisions mentioned possible. According to the Grants, the company's current goal is to continue the high quality of its own whiskies in the classic style of Speyside single malts. The 105 Cask Strength - A special whisky The color of deep peat gold is evidence of the power of this whisky. The complex bouquet then reveals notes of oak, pears, caramel and leather. On the palate, aromas of fruity sherry are revealed, which are underlined by a strong spiciness. The powerful aftertaste convinces with a warming, long-lasting smoky note. The cask strength of 60% vol. challenges the whisky connoisseur, which is why the addition of a few drops of water is recommended. The water opens up the whisky, revealing even more of its depth. In the whisky world, the Glenfarclas 105 enjoys a good reputation, particularly because of its price/quality ratio, and is often called "bang for your buck."

Connemara Peated Single Malt Irish Whiskey 12 Years Old 0.7L 40%The Connemara 12 Year Old Peated Single Malt Irish Whiskey 0.7L 40% is an exceptional Irish whiskey that combines traditional Irish distillation techniques with intense peat smoke. Produced at the renowned Cooley Distillery, this multi-award-winning single malt is among the most famous peated Irish whiskeys worldwide and delights connoisseurs with its distinctive character. Unlike many classic Irish whiskeys, which are typically triple distilled, Connemara deliberately uses double distillation. This results in a whiskey that is particularly aromatic, full-bodied, and full of character. The twelve-year maturation process ensures a harmonious balance between smoke, sweetness, and spicy nuances. Even on the nose, the Connemara 12 Year Old unfolds intense aromas of vanilla, malt, and delicate campfire smoke. Subtle notes of charcoal lend the whiskey a distinctive depth and underscore its typical peated character. On the palate, this Irish single malt is both fresh and complex. A pleasantly oily texture blends with malt, citrus fruits, black pepper, and heather, while the elegant smoke remains perfectly integrated and never overpowers. The long, intense finish delights with nuances of dark chocolate, delicate sweetness, and lingering peat smoke. This creates a particularly well-balanced taste experience that will appeal to both lovers of smoky whiskies and fans of high-quality Irish whiskeys. Whether neat, with a little water, or as a special discovery for whisky collectors – the Connemara 12 Year Old Peated Single Malt Irish Whiskey stands for authentic enjoyment with Irish character and smoky elegance.

The Black Grouse Whisky Alpha Edition, 0.7 L, 40%

Glenlossie Single Malt Whisky 10 years, 0.7 L, 43%

Bells Original Scotch Whisky, 1 L, 40% The history of Bells Whisky The history of Bells Whisky begins in 1840. At that time, Arthur Bell, the founder of Arthur Bell & Sons, joined the spirits and wine business of his friend Thomas Sandeman in Perth. Thomas Sandeman was related to the well-known port wine dynasty Sandeman and accordingly had good contacts in the industry. After eleven successful years at Sandeman's side, Bell then went into business for himself and expanded quickly. After another decade, Bell was finally the first whisky dealer to open a shop in London. Arthur Bell quickly established himself there and established a global distribution network. In addition to trading, Arthur Bell also specifically promoted the product whisky. For example, he was the first whisky dealer to campaign for binding quality standards and the introduction of standardized bottle sizes. However, it was his sons who brought the first whisky with the name "Bell's Whisky" onto the market at the beginning of the 20th century. Arthur Bell's sons were also responsible for taking over several whisky distilleries and thus laid the foundation for the company Arthur Bell & Sons, which is still successful today. Bell's Original Scotch Whisky Bell's Original Scotch Whisky is one of the most successful standard blends in the world. Bell's Original Scotch Whisky probably contains a fairly high proportion of malt whiskies from the company's own distilleries Pittyvaich, Inchgower, Dufftown and Blair Athol. Bell's Original Scotch Whisky became particularly well-known through intensive TV marketing and the lavishly designed Bell's Decanters. These bell-shaped ceramic decanters are issued on special occasions, e.g. the Queen's jubilee, and are extremely popular with collectors. They have the advantage of not only being very light, but also shatterproof. A shatterproof bottle is a great advantage, especially for standard blends such as Bells Original Scotch Whisky, which you don't always drink in fancy hotel bars. The taste of Bells Original Scotch Whisky On the nose, Bells Original Scotch Whisky has gently malty aromas and a light peppery note. The palate of Bells Original Scotch Whisky is characterized by heather notes and a little caramel. The aftertaste of Bells Original Scotch Whisky is medium-length and relatively spicy. Bells Original Scotch Whisky is and remains a classic and loses none of its charm!

Canadian Mist Whisky 1.0L 40% The Canadian Mist distillery is located about two hours north of Toronto in the town of Collingwood on Lake Superior. The whisky is made from corn and malted barley and triple distilled before being aged in a temperature-controlled maturation process in American white oak barrels.At the San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2009, the Canadian Mist whisky won the double gold medal and is the best-selling Canadian whisky in the USA due to its mild and pure character.

Aberlour Double Cask Single Malt Whisky 16 years 0.7L 43% The Scottish malt distillery Aberlour (pronounced "aberlauer") is located in the heart of Speyside, more precisely at the confluence of the Lour and Spey rivers. The distillery was founded in 1879, but was rebuilt in 1898 after a major fire. Aberlour's malts are part of Glen Campbell's blends and are particularly popular in France.The Aberlour Double Cask Single Malt Whisky 16 years matures in a combination of former bourbon and the finest ex-sherry casks. This special type of maturation guarantees a deep and complex character with a pronounced fruitiness and the typical Aberlour spiciness. The color of the whisky is reminiscent of amber and the aftertaste is long, warming and full of fruit and spice.

Laphroaig Single Malt Whisky 18 years, 0.7 L, 48%

The Singleton Single Malt Whisky 18 years, 0.7 L, 40%

Te Bheag Original Blended Whisky Miniature, 0.05 L, 40%