Single Malt Whisky

Bushmills Steamship Collection Rum Cask Reserve Triple Distilled Rare Release 0.7L 40% Bushmills Steamship Collection Following Sherry, Port and Bourbon Cask Reserve, comes the fourth bottling in the Steamshop Collection from the Bushmills distillery, which is intended for the travel retail market. To mark the 125th anniversary of the maiden voyage of the steamship SS Bushmills, which first traveled to America in 1890, the fourth whisky in the Steamshop Collection is set to impress across the board. The owners of the Bushmills distillery at the time brought back a wide variety of barrels from their journey from America via Asia, including rum barrels, Oloroso Sherry Casks and various other types of barrels with which they wanted to further improve their whisky. For the anniversary edition, the whisky was left to mature in rum casks this time, although it is not entirely clear whether the maturation took place continuously in these barrels or whether it was simply finished here. What is certain, however, is that this resulted in a rich and balanced whisky with tropical fruit notes, interesting spices and a hint of vanilla, which impresses with a creamy finish.

Macallan Edition No. 6 Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky 0.7L 48.6% Without packaging Success story since 1824 Scotland's first legal distillery has stood for the very best whisky since the early 1824s. At first, only blended whisky was produced on the banks of the Spey, but over the years, especially from the late 1960s, the company increasingly devoted itself to the production of single malts. But what exactly has contributed to the distillery's immense success, that has caused whisky to increase so enormously in value over the years? The secret of Macallan lies in the art of standing out from the crowd and thus not keeping up with the masses of whisky, as Jim Beam does, for example. The Macallan distillery continually brings strictly limited products onto the market, so they keep a close eye on each individual production and demand for the products remains high. Edition series One of these special 'small batch' bottlings, as they are often called, is the 'Edition series', which has had its last product in the form of 'Edition No. 6'. For Edition No. 6, Master Distiller Steven Bremner used five different cask types during the maturation phase. As is usual with Macallan, this can be seen on the packaging, where you can find the well-known cask image, which shows the cask types in layers. It is characterized by an incredibly harmonious and complex aroma. On the nose, it entices with the sweet aroma of red fruits and toffee, but also with spicy components such as oak and ginger. Ginger is even more evident on the palate, followed by orange notes, nutmeg and oak again. The finish also offers the full force of aromas: a great balance between fruit and spiciness lingers.

Nikka Yoichi Single Malt Whisky 0.7L 45% The history of Nikka Whisky The Nikka Single Malt Whisky Yoichi is produced by the Nikka beverage company in Japan. Its origins go back to 1934, when the then forty-year-old Japanese Masataka Taketsuru founded the Nikka company. The young Taketsuru went to Glasgow as a student in 1918 to study brewing technology. However, he soon realized that his passion was whisky and so he continued his studies in the Craggellachie, Lagavulin and Hazelburn distilleries, where he learned the art of distilling. After several years of teaching, he returned to Japan with his Scottish wife, whom he had married in the meantime, and took a job as production manager at the Yamazaki Distillery. Yamazaki was the first and only distillery in Japan at the time, and together with its boss Shinjiro Torii, Taketsuru brought the first whisky from Japan onto the market in 1929. Five years later, they parted ways and Masataka Taketsuru set up his own business with the Nikka Distillery. He got himself a small pot still and chose the small town of Yoichi on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido as the location for the Nikka distillery. The climatic conditions in Yoichi are similar to those in Scotland, which is why he found all the raw materials necessary for the production of Nikka whisky in the best quality. In 1940, Taketsuru was finally able to officially bring the first Nikka whisky onto the market, but had to cease production during the Second World War. After the end of the war, Nikka whisky went steadily uphill. Nikka now has several distilleries and is the second best-selling whisky in the country. The production of the Nikka Single Malt Whisky Yoichi The Nikka Single Malt Whisky Yoichi is still produced in the original Nikka distillery in Yoichi. There it is produced in a very traditional way using the methods learned by Masataka Taketsuru in Scotland. The pot stills in Yoichi, for example, are fired with charcoal and the whisky is then carefully stored in oak barrels and finally bottled at a strong 45% ABV. The taste of the Nikka Single Malt Whisky Yoichi The Nikka Single Malt Whisky Yoichi is probably one of the most typical whiskies from Nikka. On the nose, the Nikka Single Malt Whisky Yoichi has a delicate smoky aroma and pleasant fruity notes. On the palate, the Nikka Single Malt Whisky Yoichi presents fine malty aromas that end in a silky smooth aftertaste. We recommend the Nikka Single Malt Whisky Yoichi to anyone who wants to approach Japanese whisky in an uncomplicated way.

The Ileach Peated Islay Malt Whisky 0.7L 40% The Ileach Whisky The Scottish single malt whisky is a minor celebrity on the island of Islay. It takes its name from the Gaelic and is the name for an inhabitant of the island. For a very long time, the distillery's whisky was only available to buy on the island. Since 1999, however, we in Germany have also been lucky enough to be able to enjoy Islay whisky. It is produced by the Highlands & Islands Scotch Whisky Co. distillery and is a worthy representative of the island's taste. Unfortunately, we do not have an exact age, but one thing is clear: it is a strong, peaty, smoky whisky. In 2008, it even received a review from Jim Murray, who gave it 94 out of 100 points. On the nose, it is reminiscent of the rugged coasts of Islay and exudes smoky and peaty notes. On the palate, however, these are not quite as pronounced and are somewhat softened by fine spicy notes.

Arran Single Malt Whisky Sauternes Finish 0.7L 50% Wine Finish Series The whisky varieties in the wine finish series are all finished in specially selected wine barrels after distillation and the actual maturation period of a good 8 years in an ex bourbon cask. This special bottling was finished in French Sauternes white wine barrels from Bordeaux. The exact maturation period is meticulously controlled by master distiller James MacTaggert himself and cannot be set in general terms. He waits for exactly the right moment when the optimal balance between fruitiness and sweetness has been achieved. This not only creates a pleasantly sweet taste, but also its golden hue. The aroma moves between floral notes, slightly sweet almonds and marzipan and is topped off with a slightly spicy tough. The taste offers a fine aroma of sweet, sticky honey with spices, but there is also a more bitter note of toasted oak.

Arran Single Malt Whisky Amarone Finish 0.7L 50% Scotland The Arran distillery comes from the Scottish Isle of Arran of the same name and is the only distillery there for over 150 years, as the Lagg Distillery was once located there from 1825 to 1837. Compared to many other whisky distilleries in Scotland, the Arran distillery is a relatively young one. It was only built in the early 1990s by Harold J. Currie, the former managing director of Seagram, and whisky was first produced in the mid-1990s. The distillery opened in 1997. Whisky from the distillery has therefore only been available on the market since 2001. Range You will often find single barrel bottlings of the brand that have undergone a special finish in different barrels such as sherry, cognac or rum. Amarone Finish Amarone is a special Italian red wine from the Veneto region. This is not a wine that you enjoy with food. An Amarone is a comparatively heavy wine, but still has a wealth of aromas. On the nose, fruity notes such as sweet and sour currants or raspberries paired with wood spices appear and develops into a soft, sweet whisky on the palate. Here, too, the memory of red fruits is strong. A light sweetness of honey and spicy aromas are also present. The creamy Amarone whisky fades slowly but powerfully with fruit and oak notes.

Aerstone Single Malt Whisky 10 Years Landcask 0.7L 40% William Grant & Sons William Grant & Sons has made a name for itself in recent years, particularly with the best-known whisky distilleries Glenfiddich and Balvenie. But the company's portfolio now also includes many smaller distilleries. One of these distilleries, which is now under the patronage of William Grant & Sons, is the Ailsa Bay Distillery. The Ailsa Bay Distillery can be found on the grounds of the Girvan Distillery. It is the youngest of all the distilleries in Scotland and was built in just nine months. They exclusively produce whisky for blends from William Grant & Sons here. Lowland Whisky If you compare the Aerstone 10 year old Land Cask with other representatives of the Lowlands, you have to clearly emphasize that this is one of the few representatives of smoky whisky from the Lowlands. This makes it the exact opposite of another product from Aerstone Whisky, namely the Sea Cask. This matured for 10 years in warehouses near the rugged Ayrshire coast and the Land Casks in the Lowlands. The aroma of the whisky matured in the country is between earthy peat smoke and sweet vanilla and candied orange notes. This is also reflected in the taste. A silky soft character that also surprises with salty caramel notes and a splash of fruity, fresh lime. A pleasant note of smoke paired with a not too intrusive fruity sweetness continues into the finish.

Old Pulteney Single Malt Whisky 18 years 0.7L 46% History of Old Pulteney The distillery was founded in 1826 by Mr. James Henderson. He chose the perfect location, right by the fishing port of Wick in the north of Scotland. It was common practice at the time, and one of the few transport routes, to ship whisky directly across the sea to all parts of the world. The distillery remained in family ownership for another 100 years, until it was finally sold to James Watson & Son in 1920, and later bought back by John Dewar & Son. The distillery did not remain in their possession for long, either, as DCL bought Old Pulteney in 1925, only to shut it down five years later. It took until after the Second World War, until 1951, for a lawyer named Cumming to buy the closed distillery. He already owned the Balblair Distillery. Today it belongs to Inver House Distillers. 18-year-old The 18-year-old edition of Old Pulteney offers a fruity bouquet. On the nose, it evokes memories of warm apple strudel, balanced with fine spices such as cinnamon, vanilla and raisins. Something chocolatey and a hint of oak join in and continue the aromatic journey on the palate. Something salty, reminiscent of a sea breeze, comes to the fore and continues with an aftertaste of roasted nuts and orange peel in a long finish. This whisky is to be enjoyed and not a run-of-the-mill product. It offers a fantastic combination of finesse, complexity and sophistication and presents itself with a deep amber color.

Highland Park Single Malt Whisky 21 Years November 2019 Release 0.7L 46%

Arran Single Malt Whisky Unchillfiltered 10 years 0.7L 46% This single malt from the Isle of Arran, distilled from unpeated, malted barley, matured for 10 years in oak casks and has an attractive amber color that is reminiscent of ripe wheat fields. On the palate, Arran Single Malt Whisky unchillfiltered 10 years is slightly alcoholic, with concentrated peaks and pronounced oak tones. This whisky was not chill-filtered in order to preserve an authentic aroma.

Macallan Single Malt Whisky Concept Number 2 2019 0.7L 40% Malt distillery from Speyside Another distillery located in Speyside that has been producing whisky for over 200 years is The Macallan distillery. If the company had not been lost in 1996, it would have been one of the last independent companies today, like Glenfiddich, Glenfarclas or Springbank. At that time, however, Highland Distillers made a takeover offer to the company, which was actually well below its market value. However, an earlier deal was the downfall of the entrepreneurs and they had to sell. In an earlier financial uncertainty, a 25% share was sold to the Japanese Suntory company, and Rémy also owned 1%. Highland Destillers acquired these company shares, made a pact with Suntory and from then on owned the majority of shares in Macallan. One could only hope that this takeover would not cause Macallan Whisky to lose its good reputation as the 'Rolls Royce' of whisky, but fortunately it hasn't. Today it still wins prizes in numerous tastings and record prices are paid at auctions for old Macallan bottlings. Concept No. 2 It is the second of three bottlings in the Concept series from Macallan. The special thing about this bottling is that it targets the two passions of master blender Steven Bremner. He combines whisky and music. Whisky & music, how do they fit together? Bremner says that making whisky is in some ways the same as creating a song. First, the base note must be determined, with whisky this is the basic taste, then you can build up layer by layer around it. With both products, individual elements can be changed to go either in one direction or the other. Like Concept No. 1, No. 2 was also matured in different barrels. The longer maturation phase took place in Miguel Martin sherry barrels, followed by a finish in ex-bourbon barrels. The tasting notes show aromas of toffee, stewed apples and a hint of vanilla. Oak wood and spicy notes complement the taste. The finish also clearly shows pleasantly sweet aromas, accompanied by spices and toffe.

Old Pulteney Single Malt Whisky 16 years 0.7L 46% Old Pulteney Pulteney is the most northerly Scottish single malt whisky distillery on the Scottish mainland. The distillery, built in 1826, is located in the small village of Wick, which was once designed by Thomas Telford and Sir William Pulteney as the ideal fishing port. It was during this opening phase that the town experienced a real herring boom, which was of course perfect for James Henderson, the founder of the distillery, and the sale of his whisky. Shortly afterwards, however, the Wick town council had to impose an alcohol ban and turn the town into a 'dry town' in order to curb the amount of alcohol consumed. For a long time, whisky from the Pulteney distillery was only available through independent bottlers such as Gordon & MacPhail, which is of course different today. But even today you can find bottlings from Gordon & MacPhail as well as Cadenheads and Duncan Taylor. The distillery's core range includes a 12-, 15-, 18- and 25-year-old. In addition to these, there are also a few special bottlings with 'special' names, such as "Floatilla", "Duncansby Head" or "Noss Head". Old Pulteney 16 Year Old Malt Whisky For an even more intense and, above all, more complex taste, the Pulteney matures in two different types of barrels, followed by a blend of the two barrels. American bourbon barrels and Spanish sherry barrels are used for the maturation period. Notes of honey, vanilla and a pleasant aroma of smoky oak wood spread on the nose. Nevertheless, you have to give the 16-year-old some time in the glass to fully develop. But if you give it that time, every second of waiting will be worth it. The taste is initially a little reserved, then a more intense, sharper spiciness follows. Then, just like on the nose, vanilla, honey and oak.

The Glenrothes 12 year old Speyside Single Malt Whisky 0.7L 40% New paths As in many well-known distilleries, one or the other product at The Glenrothes is also replaced by a new design, a different name or a similar product. This 12-year-old Speyside Single Malt and its similar representative, the 10-year-old, are new products that are intended to replace the Reserve and Vintage bottlings we know and belong to the so-called The Soleo Collection. Soleo should not be confused with the Solera process! It simply refers to whiskies stored in sherry casks. In terms of character, connoisseurs in particular appreciate it for its harmonious image, but beginners in the world of whisky are also on the safe side with the 10- or 12-year-old. When storing, it is usual to first complete a longer maturation phase in first fill or ex-bourbon barrels and then finish it in sherry or other types of barrels. With this Soleo Collection, the distillery has turned the tables and first matured in sherry barrels. The 12-year-old Glenrothes owes its golden color with flashing amber tones exclusively to its storage in sherry barrels; no coloring was used here. Its unusual aroma is characterized by fruity notes such as bananas and a hint of vanilla. These can also be recognized on the palate. It is a fruity and rich single malt. You can also recognize a taste of melon, citrus and a spice of cinnamon. The whisky does not hide the fact that it was stored in a sherry barrel, so notes of dried fruit are also added.

Balvenie Single Malt Vintage Cask 1970 0.7L 44.6% Balvenie – since 1892 The Balvenie distillery is also a Scottish malt distillery. Along with many other distilleries, it is located in the tranquil village of Dufftown in Speyside. One of the most famous neighboring distilleries is the Glenfiddich Distillery. To this day, the distillery belongs to the independent company William Grant & Son. The name refers to the nearby Balvenie Castle, which plays another important role for the distillery. The founder of William Grant & Son and his sons built the distillery almost with their own hands from building materials that came from a manor house of the eponymous New Balvenie Castle. Then as now, the motto is 'quality over quantity' and it pays off, as it is not without reason that Balvenie's whiskies are among the ten best. Vintage Cask Series In this series, the Balvenie distillery presents four real rarities from their range. The series includes bottlings from 1970, 1971, 1972 and 1973, all of which have matured for at least 30 years. Each bottling is very limited, so there are only 1,025 bottles in the entire series. 1970s bottling For this single malt vintage cask bottling, cask no. 12524 was specially selected from the limited stock of old reserve whiskies by master blender David Stewart himself. The nose is first pampered with great notes of honey and peat, and a little cinnamon can also be detected. At the latest on the palate you notice what a great, really high-quality whisky you actually have in your glass. On the tongue a soft, almost creamy whisky with great fruity nuances. The candied orange is particularly noticeable. Notes of chocolate and marzipan are more in the background.

Ardbeg An Oa The Ultimate Islay Single Malt Whisky 1.0L 46.6% Ardbeg Distillery Islay The distillery can be found on the south coast of the whisky island of Islay, very close to Port Ellen. In terms of taste, the whisky distillery stands out from other producers on the island. These are usually known for very heavy, peaty and smoky whiskies that rely on salt or sea aromas. At Ardbeg, the focus has been on spices, malt and sweeter aromas through various finishes. The distillery was officially founded in 1815 by John McDougall, but spirits had already been distilled illegally here before then, although this is of course not written down anywhere. During the distillery's history it passed through many hands, but much of it always returned to the McDougall family. It was not until the 1970s that it was completely handed over to Allied Distillers Ltd. Under their ownership, the reopening was slow to begin with - no wonder, since under their management whisky was only distilled twice a year. It was not until Glenmorangie took it over at the end of the 20th century that the distillery experienced a resurgence. An Oa The Ultimate Single Malt The new An Oa Ultimate now complements the standard bottling with a finish in a sherry cask. The Islay peat character that is very typical of Ardbeg and other Islay distilleries is complemented by a pleasant sweetness through this finish. You can expect a strong whisky with soft, sweet notes. This sweetness and peat are met with aromas of dark chocolate, aniseed and a matching spice of crushed pepper. Soft and creamy in texture, the taste shows a broad range of aromas: orange and roasted tea leaves, various spices and tobacco notes. Even in the long, gentle finish, the spicy aromas of anise are clearly recognizable.

Tobermory 12 Years Non Chill Filtered Single Malt Scotch Whisky 0.7L 46.3% Scottish Malt Distillery The Tobermory distillery is located on the Scottish island of Mull, takes its name from the island's capital of the same name, is the only distillery on the island and is also considered one of the oldest active distilleries in Scotland. It was founded in 1795 right next to the island's impressive waterfall. However, over the past few centuries it has been closed more often than it has been in operation. It has been owned by DCL since 1916. In the last century it was closed from 1930-1972, was then renovated and expanded to four stills and was also renamed 'Ledaig', under this name it was produced between 1972 and 1976. There were even two bottlings under this name. Up until 1993 there were numerous closures, bankruptcies and reopenings. Only with the sale to Burn Stewart did this back and forth come to an end. Since then the Tobermory distillery has produced smaller quantities, with only two stills and only uses little to no peated malt. In the past there was no clear line and so there were often very big (quality) differences. With the new owner there is now more clarity and two uniform lines: Ledaig Whisky & Tobermory Whisky. 12-year-old Non Chill Filtered Malt Whisky This bottling is a 12-year-old whisky from the rarities collection. With its colorful designs it is intended to be reminiscent of the colorful houses of the island's capital. The edition of the 12-year-old whisky was allowed to mature in Manzanilla barrels and is non-chill-filtered. This preserves an overwhelming abundance of aromas that reflect the spirit of the Isle of Mull. These aromas, which can be clearly perceived on the palate, include citrus notes, dried fruits, various finely balanced spices and creamy toffee notes. The finish also reveals a fruity, spicy, long-lasting bouquet.

Yamazaki 12 Years Single Malt Whisky 0.7L 43% Yamazaki 12 Years Single Malt Whisky is a wonderful example of the skills of Japanese whisky producers who can easily compete with Scottish distillers. This whisky matured in American, Spanish and Japanese oak barrels and offers spicy notes, some malt and fruit aromas on the nose. Strong and heavy on the palate, with notes of honey, malt and dried fruit. The aftertaste is pleasantly long and dry.

The Glenrothes Bourbon Cask Reserve 0.7L 40% Speyside Distillery Glenrothes, a Scottish malt distillery, is located in the 'Valley of the Rothes' (which is also what the company name means) between Craigella and Elgin in Speyside. It was founded in 1879. At that time, the distillery was founded by William Grant & Co., who is not to be confused with the founder of Glenfiddich. In the years after its founding, there were a few turbulent years for the whisky distillery. It was often hit by one fire or another and once burned down completely. However, these setbacks did not hold the company back and the distillery was continually rebuilt. It was worth it: The distillery's generally light whisky with its fine bouquet of berries, other fruits and carefully selected spices is among the best in all of Scotland. Here, whisky is divided into categories by master blenders. In this classification, the malt from Glenrothes is now among the top six and is therefore doing really well in the whisky business. Bourbon Cask Reserve This new release 'Bourbon Cask' is also known to experts as 'Alba Reserve'. However, in order to better emphasize the name of the type of cask used, it was renamed 'Bourbon Cask' and so it fits better into the cask series, which includes a sherry and a peated cask. Tasting Notes The aroma is floral and fresh with hints of vanilla and a few exotic notes. It is stored in ex-bourbon barrels made of American white oak, which primarily shape the taste profile. On the palate, as is well known, a very soft and light whisky, with a strong emphasis on vanilla. The aromas are accompanied by other fruit components of red berries. The finish is medium-long, but as expected, very soft and creamy with sweet notes

Highland Park Single Cask Series No. 4439 2003/2018 Single Malt Scotch Whisky 0.7L 59.6% Highland Park Distillery Under the patronage of the Borwick family, the distillery received its first official distilling license in 1829. Speculation that the distillery was founded much earlier cannot be refuted, but this statement should not be taken seriously, as a lot of illegal distilling took place in the 18th century and Orkney was also a well-known place for such distilleries. In 1895, the distillery was sold to James Grant, under whom the company truly flourished. They caught the attention of Highland Destilliert, who ultimately bought the distillery. Highland Park Whiskys The special thing about the whiskies from the Scottish distillery is its round, harmonious character, which is nevertheless influenced by the surrounding area. Peat and sea air give these whiskies a very special taste and the heather used to dry them also leaves behind its own very own aroma. Single Cask Series Cask No 4439 2003/2018 Single Malt Scotch Whisky This is a new special bottling from the well-known distillery. It is a single malt Scotch whisky and is an exclusive country bottling for Germany. After a maturation phase of 15 years in a first fill sherry cask made of American oak, the whisky has developed its aroma and found its way into the bottles. Now it impresses with a pleasant sweetness of heather and the well-known peaty notes of a Highland Park. Special aromas that can also be recognized here are spicy ginger as well as notes of tobacco and cocoa.

Penderyn Faraday Single Malt Welsh Whisky 0.7L 46% Penderyn The Penderyn whisky is a Welsh single malt from the Gwalia distillery. This has been operated by the Welsh Whiskey Company since September 2000. It is the only distillery in Wales, which, along with other factors, makes it very unique. The distillery also uses a very special distillation process, using the Faraday still which was specially made for Penderyn. Just three years after it opened, the first 'First Ever Single Malt Welsh Whiskey' was released. The first real presentation of the Penderyn single malt started with an all-star cast. As Prince of Wales, Prince Charles took on the task himself - you couldn't have found a better crew! The first bottling was sold out on the same day. The company was very lucky with this event and was able to quickly gain international recognition. The whisky The Penderyn Single Malt Whiskey is characterized above all by its purity and soft texture. In terms of taste, the Penderyn whisky offers primarily fruity aromas with an exciting spice and aroma due to the barrel maturation, which takes place here in bourbon and Madeira barrels.

Tomatin Single Malt Whisky 12 years 1.0L 43% Tomatin The Tomatin distillery is a Scottish distillery. Translated, its name means 'juniper book'. The whisky distillery can be found on the edge of the Grampian Mountains, where it was founded in 1897, during the peak whisky years. Like many other distilleries, however, the Tomatin distillery fell victim to the rapid end of the whisky boom. However, it reopened in 1909 and was greatly expanded between 1956 and 1962. The Tomatin distillery quickly became the largest in Scotland, with more than twelve million litres of alcohol. The tradition of whisky production was maintained despite its size, but a 'saviour in times of need' was needed. This was the Japanese interest group Takara Shuzp Co. and Okura and was the first intervention by a Japanese company in Scotland. Tomatin 12 YO Because of storage in traditional oak barrels, former bourbon barrels and former sherry barrels, the Tomatin 12 YO gets a very complex aroma. On the nose, a great combination of fruit and fine spices. Green apple, cinnamon, nutmeg and a subtle hint of milk chocolate are the defining features. On the palate, the Tomatin 12 YO is definitely clearer. Fruity notes are particularly prominent. Lemon and orange peel join in, followed by strong notes of spices and wood. The finish is surprisingly refreshing with citrus notes that are rounded off by fine roasted oak aromas.

Glengoyne Single Malt Whisky Balbaina 1.0L 43% Glengoyne Highland Single Malt Scotch Distillery The distillery's origins go back to 1820 on the Burnfoot Farm. George Connell secretly began distilling whisky under the best conditions to avoid the tax collector. A hidden waterfall and a small gorge offered him the perfect conditions for this. Connell acquired an official distilling license for Glenguin of Burnfoot for the first time in 1833. The distillery kept this name until the beginning of the 20th century, when it was renamed the Glengoyne Distillery as it is known today. To this day, the special thing about the distillery is that the distillates mature in imported sherry casks. One to save a few marks, of course, but it was quickly noticed that it gave the whisky a particularly complex taste. Today, importing the barrels is probably the more expensive way of maturing whisky, but the complex sweet, fruity, spicy taste of Glengoyne is well known and so this style has been retained. The unmistakable taste When you open the bottle you are immediately treated to fine aromas. A hint of the finest chocolate as well as the scent of aromatic orange marmalade and freshly baked biscuits waft from the bottle. There is also a strong spicy note: barley malt and the strong notes of the sherry barrels have their effect, while sweet, fruity notes of red wine round off the aroma. When you then taste the Glengoyne Balbaina Single Malt it seems even more exciting. The already aromatic Tough is accompanied by spicy notes of cinnamon and cloves on the palate. The fruity side of the single malt is also deepened, with apple and date aromas recognizable here. The multi-layered Glengoyne is convincing throughout and rounds off the overall picture with a great finish. The taste is rounded off with a long finish and further aromas of oak, roasted brown sugar and a hint of citrus.

Deanston Single Malt Whisky 10 Years Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish 0.7L 46.3% A strong community There is a small community behind Deanston and it represents the people who have made the company what it is today. The actual history of the distillery, however, begins in 1785 with an old cotton mill that was opened on the banks of the River Teith by Richard Arkwright. During these years, agriculture changed to industrialisation and Arkwright later became one of the fathers of the industrial revolution. The company developed very well and the number of employees grew. In order not to lose them again, it was necessary to think of accommodation for new employees. This is how the idea came about to build a self-contained village. This has been preserved to this day and continues to form the centre of Deanston. It was not until 1965, when the cotton industry slowly declined, that the number of employees also gradually decreased. Instead of giving up the company altogether, it was also of great value for the community to start anew with a new craft! Deanston 10 YO Bordeaux Red Wine Cask Finish After the distillation process in 2006, the whisky was first matured for 8 years in ex-bourbon casks and then finished for two years in old red wine casks from Bordeaux. This whisky has a lot of volume, with strong sherry and alcohol notes on the nose. Deanston is known for the fresh honey sweetness in every whisky and this note can also be found in the 10 YO Bordeaux. Honey, caramel and sweet malt combine with red wine and a hint of citrus aroma. The aftertaste is a persistent fruity sweetness combined with a subtle spiciness.

Islay Storm Single Malt Scotch Whisky Limited Release 0.7L 40% Islay Whisky These special whiskies speak for themselves. They are characterised by peaty, smoky aromas and are particularly strong to powerful; you really have to like them. The Islay island is usually seen as a whisky region, but is also increasingly seen as an independent region, which is probably due to the abundance of distilleries and is absolutely justified, because the island is home to a total of seven distilleries (if you count Port Ellen, some buildings are still standing and you can still get their malt, there would be eight). The taste is of course debatable; if you compare Bunnahabhain Wiksy with Ardbeg, for example, there is a world of difference; one is more fruity and gentle and the other is very extreme in taste. In summary, all whiskies from the island have one thing in common: the distinctive smoky and peaty taste with phenolic and some call it medicinal tones. Unfortunately, we don't know much about Islay Storm Whisky, but it is probably distilled and bottled in Scotland and is a single malt scotch from an unknown Islay distillery. Taste of the Islay Storm Whisky Limited Release On the nose, there is mainly a peaty, smoky aroma. On the palate, a light, sweet peat note alternates with sea salt, vanilla and various spices. The finish is once again characterized by smoke, but leaves a pleasant mouthfeel.