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Talisker Single Malt Whisky Skye 1.0L 45.8% History and production of Talisker Skye The Talisker distillery was founded in 1831 on Loch Harport and is the only distillery on the Isle of Skye, which is part of the Inner Hebrides group. Talisker's single malt whiskies enjoy cult status in the industry and are known for their lush, full-bodied character and strong pepperiness in the finish. It is precisely this sharp note at the end of a sip that makes Talisker's single malt whiskies so impressive and special. The heavily peated malt and the resulting pronounced smokiness further underline the heavy, intense aroma. The stills at Talisker have a very special shape. The U-shaped Lyne Arms, the specially curved necks of the stills, ensure intensive copper contact with the distillate and increased reflux, thus giving it a unique taste. The Talisker Skye is a twice distilled single malt whisky that was allowed to mature in freshly burned American white oak barrels. These give the whisky a much more intense barrel aroma than would be the case with used barrels. Taste of the Talisker Skye The Talisker Skye has a wonderfully complex aroma. Exotic fruits, especially mango and papaya, black pepper and an earthy, maritime note are supported by the characteristic smokiness. The taste reveals the typical Talisker aromas. Salty sea breeze, beautifully integrated smoke, a strong oak spice and the famous hot pepperiness. These are complemented, however, by mature barrel aromas. Above all, caramel, vanilla and honey. The Talisker Skye can shine with a tremendously long, warming finish. The pepperiness remains, the smoke becomes increasingly sweeter. Overall, the Talisker Skye is a typical representative of the Talisker distillery, which is able to complement the range sensibly with its full barrel aromas and will therefore remain in the memory for a long time.

Oban Single Malt Whisky Little Bay, 1 L, 43% History and production of Oban Little Bay The Oban distillery was founded in 1794 and, with over 200 years of production experience, is one of the oldest distilleries in Scotland. The distillery is located right in the heart of the town of the same name, on the mainland of the western Highlands. The climate there is very mild and temperate thanks to the Gulf Stream. Together with the direct location on the sea, this ensures the typical maritime notes that are so valued by connoisseurs. The Oban whiskies are produced in particularly small, lantern-shaped copper stills, which are responsible for the mildness and softness of the distillate. The Oban Little Bay takes its name from the small bay on whose shores the distillery is located. The production process of Oban Little Bay is very complex. Single malt whiskies of different ages, which were first stored in sherry casks made from European oak, hogsheads made from American white oak or refill casks with fresh bottoms, were hand-selected and blended. This was followed by further maturation in very small, fresh oak casks. Due to the small cask volume, the whisky is in more intensive contact with the wooden wall and becomes particularly soft and complex. Taste of Oban Little Bay The aroma of Oban Little Bay is characterized by maritime notes. Sea salt, heather and a light smokiness are accompanied by coffee beans, citrus fruits and spicy oak. Various spices reminiscent of gingerbread and mulled wine are then evident in the taste. There are also fruity notes of caramelized sugar, chocolate, ripe apples and apricots. Spicy oak and the light smokiness ensure great complexity and elegance. The finish is full and warming, with a pleasant malt sweetness and dried fruits. The Oban Little Bay is a full-bodied single malt whisky that will delight beginners and connoisseurs alike and, thanks to the special barrel maturation, has a unique play of aromas.

Ardmore Highland Malt Whisky Triple Wood, 1.0 L, 46% History and production of Ardmore Triple Wood: The Ardmore distillery was founded in 1898 in Kennethmont, Scotland, by Adam Teacher, the son of William Teacher. With a total of eight stills and an output of just over 4 million litres, it is now one of the largest distilleries in Scotland. However, a large proportion of the whisky produced is intended for blends, especially Teacher's Highland Cream. Ardmore's range of single malt whiskies is quite manageable but has an excellent reputation. The intense smoky aromas have even earned Ardmore the title of the smokiest single malt whisky in Speyside. In addition to a handful of official bottlings, there are also a few independent bottlings. The house style is malty and fruity, with hints of smoky earth notes and a soft, oily texture. The Ardmore distillery's product portfolio was recently expanded and sharpened with the Ardmore Triple Wood. Barley malt dried with peat smoke was used for this single malt whisky. After double distillation, the Ardmore Triple Wood was initially stored in the best ex-bourbon barrels made from American white oak. It was then matured in so-called quarter casks. These are small oak barrels with a capacity of around 50 litres. The small volume means that the contact between the whisky and the oak is particularly pronounced and intense barrel aromas are transferred to the single malt whisky. The subsequent finishing in special puncheon barrels, in which bourbon was previously stored, rounds off the play of aromas and ensures a full-bodied, complex taste experience. The Ardmore Triple Wood is bottled in a practical 1 l bottle with a strong 46% alcohol by volume. Chill filtering was omitted in order to preserve the natural taste. Taste of the Ardmore Triple Wood: The Ardmore Triple Wood is strong and full-bodied. Its fresh, floral notes are accompanied by typical barrel aromas such as vanilla, caramel, toffee and light hints of coconut. The rich aroma is supported by the characteristic, dry, earthy peat smoke notes. The Ardmore Triple Wood has an exceptionally hearty taste. Spicy smoke and intense oak are complemented by an intense earthiness. In the background, rather unusual notes of olives, artichokes and spices can be detected. Salty, maritime aromas also come to the fore. The finish of the Ardmore Triple Wood is long and full, with wonderfully sweet peat smoke. Spices and seaweed provide additional complexity. Overall, the Ardmore Triple Wood offers a truly extraordinary taste experience. Sweet, salty-savory and smoky notes are perfectly coordinated and balanced. This single malt whisky should definitely be tasted.

VAT 69 Blended Scotch Whisky, 1.0 L 40% VAT 69 - A great whisky classic The Scotch Whisky Vat 69 is as well known as Johnnie Walker, J & B or Black & White. In recent years, the popularity of the Vat 69 Blended Whisky has increased enormously thanks to the TV series "Band of Brothers", but even before that, it was on everyone's lips, literally. The Vat 69 is manufactured in the Scottish capital Edinburgh by the William Sanderson company. The company was founded in Leith in 1863 and was one of the first to offer whisky in bottles. Until then, it was common for pubs and hotels to buy whisky by the barrel and then resell it by the glass. The original shape of the bottle was based on a port wine bottle, as these were particularly robust. William Sanderson began working in the wine and spirits industry at the tender age of 13. At the age of 24, he opened his own business, which his son William Mark Sanderson also joined. Together, the two decided to bring a new blended scotch onto the market and started various barrels, which they tasted together with fellow blenders and friends. The participants chose the barrel with the number 69 - VAT 69 - by a large majority. Not only was a great new blended whisky born, but the right name was also found. The Vat 69 Blended Whisky quickly made a name for itself and was taken by Ernest Henry Shackleton on his famous Antarctic expeditions in 1914 and 1921. The taste of the VAT 69 Blended Scotch Whisky The Vat 69 is a fruity, light and creamy blend. On the nose, the blended whisky has fine fruity but also spicy aromas. On the palate, the Vat 69 is also spicy and has a fine malt sweetness. The rather short aftertaste reveals aromas of apple, malt and caramel. A great everyday whisky!

Wild Turkey Straight Bourbon Whiskey 0.7L 50.5% Wild Turkey Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a full-bodied whiskey, copper and amber in color, with hints of maple, lavender, dried peaches, a little honey and walnuts. Wild Turkey Rye Whiskey dances fiery and sharp in the mouth and is very intense in taste, has an oily, heavy character and wonderfully expresses the spiciness typical of rye. The beautiful balance between spice and wood notes, paired with slightly nutty aromas, makes this rye whiskey an affordable alternative to many high-priced rye whiskey bottlings. Wild and impetuous, an outstanding whiskey!

Jack Daniels Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey - White Rabbit Saloon, 0.7 L, 43% The history of Jack Daniels Jack Daniels is, along with Jim Beam, probably the most well-known American whiskey of all. The name Jack Daniels goes back to the founder of the distillery, who bought his first still at the age of 14. In 1866, when Jasper Newton "Jack" Daniel was 20 years old, he finally bought a piece of land near Lynchburg in Tennessee and built his own distillery "Jack Daniel's" on it, which was the first distillery ever to be registered in the commercial register of a US state. Since Jack Daniel was good at presenting himself and his whiskey, success was not long in coming and the brand was able to establish itself as a permanent fixture in the USA. Jack Daniels' popularity increased internationally at the latest when it won a gold medal at the 1904 World's Fair in St. Louis and a year later in Brussels. This was not to last forever, however, as the company was forced to cease production in 1920 due to American Prohibition. As the state of Tennessee held on to this prohibition for much longer than most other states, production at Jack Daniels could not resume until after the Second World War. Jack Daniels is now the world's best-selling whiskey, with over 10 million cases sold each year, and is available in almost every country in the world. Jack Daniels White Rabbit Saloon Edition The Jack Daniels White Rabbit Saloon Edition is a limited special bottling that was bottled in honor of the former White Rabbit Saloon. The White Rabbit Saloon was located directly in Lynchburg and was a popular meeting place that Jack Daniel and his friends regularly visited. Like the other whiskeys from Jack Daniels, the distillate for the White Rabbit Saloon Edition is filtered through charcoal. In this charcoal mellowing process, the whiskey slowly seeps through meter-thick layers of sugar maple charcoal over several days. This removes unwanted flavors and gives the whiskey its incomparable mildness. The Jack Daniels Tennessee Sour Mash Whiskey - 120th anniversary of the White Rabbit Saloon is a worthwhile investment for both whiskey lovers and whiskey collectors!

Talisker Single Malt Whisky Dark Storm 1.0L 45.8% The history of the Talisker distillery The Talisker distillery was founded in 1830 by the brothers Hugh and Kenneth MacAskill and is now one of the most famous distilleries in Scotland. Talisker is part of the whisky region of the Islands and is located on the Isle of Skye. Talisker is the only distillery on the Isle of Skye and, as with many other single malt whisky distilleries, Talisker experienced numerous changes of ownership, especially in the first decades after its founding. The most difficult days for Talisker, however, were in November 1960, when a fire caused by carelessness reduced the distillery to rubble and ashes. Just two years later, however, Talisker was faithfully rebuilt in order to preserve the original taste of Talisker. Talisker now produces around two million litres of distillate annually with two wash stills and three spirit stills. The Talisker Dark Storm Talisker enjoyed great success with the Talisker Single Malt Whisky Dark Storm 1.0L 45.8%. It is therefore not surprising that Talisker has now brought a corresponding successor onto the market with the Dark Storm. The Talisker Dark Storm whisky was stored in very heavily charred oak barrels, which gives it special smoky notes. The smoky taste also comes from the water from the springs on the Cnoc am Speirag, which are used for the Talisker Dark Storm. This almost reddish-brown water flows over peat and therefore takes on its strong, intense taste. On the nose, the Talisker has a slight spiciness and strong smoky notes. On the palate, the Talisker Dark Storm is also very strong and intense. Surprisingly, a pronounced sweetness and notes of black currants can also be detected on the palate. The aftertaste is relatively long and memorable. If you like smoky whiskeys with a slightly higher alcohol content, the Talisker Dark Storm has 45.8%, you will love this special bottling. We recommend enjoying the Talisker Dark Storm after a hard day at work or as a digestif in front of the fireplace.

Corsair Oatrage Whiskey, 0.7 L, 50% The story of the Corsair Distillery The story of the Corsair Distillery is not necessarily the story of a typical distillery. Behind the Corsair Distillery are not a corporation or large investors, but two friends. Andrew Webber and Darek Bell have been friends since kindergarten and did some crazy things together in their youth. When they came of age, the two began making their own beer and wine in the garage of Darek and his girlfriend Amy Lee. Of course, on a very small scale and more for fun than to make money. A few years later, when they were working together on a plant to produce biodiesel, Webber and Bell noticed that their passion was more for spirits and American whiskey in particular. They therefore decided to open their own whiskey distillery - the Corsair Distillery. Since neither of them had any training in this area, they got hold of as much literature as they could on the subject of distillery technology and American whiskey. They taught themselves the technology behind whiskey production and shortly afterwards brought their first own bottlings onto the market. The quality of the Corsair Distillery's distillates was very high right from the start, which is why the individual products were quickly mentioned in well-known trade magazines such as the Whisky Advocate, Whisky Magazine, Saveur, Imbibe, Food and Wine and Maxim.com. Today, the Corsair Distillery is not only known in the USA, but the products from Webber and Bell convince fans all over the world. Corsair Oatrage Whiskey The Corsair Oatrage Whiskey is a special feature in the distillery's portfolio. In addition to regular, but heavily roasted, malt, it is also made with malted oats. This special blend gives the Oatrage Whiskey an aroma that is not normally found in whiskey. The Oatrage Whiskey is very silky, light and charming on the nose and palate. Its light smoky notes only come out in the aftertaste. An exciting whiskey for all those who think they have already drunk everything.

Prometheus 26yo. Speyside Single Malt Whisky 0.7L 47% Prometheus - A mysterious whisky Prometheus is one of the most famous figures from Greek mythology. Prometheus is considered a great friend and cultural founder of humanity. Prometheus brought fire to mankind and thus ultimately decisive progress. Because he stole fire from the sun chariot of the deity Helios, he was severely punished for his crime. The single malt whisky of the same name is also said to bring fire (to the taste buds). However, like its Greek model, the Prometheus 26 year old single malt is surrounded by a few secrets. The bottler, The Glasgow Distillery Company, states how the whisky was made, but the distillery of this outstanding tipple is not revealed. This is intended to arouse curiosity, which is achieved excellently if you look at the contributions in the blogs and forums of the whisky community. The Glasgow Distillery Company has recently started producing its own whisky, which however still has to mature for a few years before it comes onto the market. The Prometheus should therefore give a first impression of what you can expect from the distillery's own whiskies. The Premium Whisky Prometheus The Prometheus is a 26 year old single malt whisky, bottled at a strong 47% ABV and allowed to mature in a Spanish 1st fill sherry cask. The distillate comes from the famous Speyside, and peat was used to dry the barley malt, which is rather unusual for this region. A total of 3000 bottles were produced. of this noble drop, 1100 of which are intended for the European market. The taste of the Prometheus Single Malt Whisky The taste of this amber-colored whisky is just as exciting as the story! On the nose, it shows fine aromas of orange peel, butterscotch and a clear peat note. On the palate, the Prometheus is extremely complex, with aromas of honey, roasted nuts, dried fruit and vanilla in the foreground. The aftertaste is extremely long and a warming, smoky and very satisfying taste remains. A brilliant whisky that warms your heart - just like sitting by a crackling fire.

Corn Whiskey When you think of American whiskey, bourbon whiskey and rye whiskey spring to mind. Corn whiskey, which makes up a considerable proportion of the whiskeys produced in the USA, is far too often overlooked. Corn whiskey is a whiskey whose mash must contain at least 80% corn and which is distilled to a maximum of 80% ABV. In contrast to moonshine, which is also well known in this country thanks to a TV series, corn whiskey is subjected to a completely regular mashing process and of course must also be officially taxed. In contrast to other American whiskeys, corn whiskey does not have to be stored in wooden barrels. If it is, then already used or uncharred barrels are used, which means it retains its light and fruity taste. Although corn whiskey makes up a large part of the annual whiskey production in the USA, it is rarely sold as a regular bottling. This is because a large part of the corn whiskey production is used for American Blended Whiskey, a mixture of corn and bourbon whiskey, which is particularly popular in the USA. The Platte Valley Corn Whiskey The Platte Valley is one of the few corn whiskeys that is also sold as such. In contrast to the majority of production, the Platte Valley is stored in oak barrels for 30 months and can therefore be called straight corn whiskey - the prerequisite for this is at least 24 months of storage, which is significantly exceeded here. Furthermore, its mash consists of 100% corn, although only 80% is specified. In terms of color, the Platte Valley Corn Whiskey is very light and somewhat reminiscent of white wine. The nose reveals slightly fruity aromas and a fine sweetness. The sweetness can also be clearly perceived on the palate, where the Platte Valley is slightly oily but not unpleasant. The aftertaste is characterized by fine peppery notes and is rather short. The Platte Valley is an exciting whiskey, especially if you want to discover new flavors, and thanks to the stone mug bottle, it is also a great gift for any whiskey lover!

J & B Rare Scotch Whisky, 1.0 L, 40% J & B Whisky The history of J & B Whisky goes back to the 18th century. At that time, Justerini, who comes from Bologna, moved to the British 'big city' of London. Equipped with old recipes for various liqueurs, Justerini's goal was to open his own spirits factory. Luckily, he met George Johnson in London, with whom he was able to open a small wine shop and pursue his dream. When Albert Brooks' business was put up for sale in 1831, they didn't have to think twice and bought the business. Brooks continued to offer advice and support for a while, so that over time they were able to specialize in the distribution of whisky. The taste You might think the makers of J & B Rare whisky are crazy when you hear that this is a blend of up to forty different grain whiskies. Contrary to all expectations, however, J & B Rare is a balanced and well-rounded blended whisky that is one of the most popular Scottish blends.

Talisker Single Malt Whisky Storm 0.7 L, 45.8% The history of Talisker The Isle of Skye lies just off the west coast of the Scottish mainland. The Isle of Skye is the largest island in the Inner Hebrides and home to the Scottish malt whisky distillery Talisker. Talisker was founded in 1831 by the two brothers Hugh & Kenneth MacAskill. After the brothers' deaths, the Talisker Distillery was taken over by Donald MacLennan, who was not a good businessman and went bankrupt just a few months after the takeover. Numerous other changes of ownership followed, which were associated with some changes. For example, triple distillation was carried out until 1928, when the double distillation process, which is still used today, was adopted. In 1960, a catastrophe struck when, due to carelessness, fresh distillate overflowed and ignited in the coal-fired ovens used at the time. The production facility then burned down completely, but was rebuilt true to the original. Talisker is now owned by the international spirits company Diageo and produces around 2,000,000 L of new make annually with two wash stills and three spirit stills. The Talisker Single Malt Whisky Storm The Talisker Single Malt Whisky Storm is one of Talisker's newest bottlings and is bottled without an age statement. By using slightly younger distillates, the Talisker Storm is supposed to have a strong, stormy character and be reminiscent of the wild sea on the cliffs of the Isle of Skye. In contrast to the 10-year-old Talisker, the Storm is much more heavily peated, which you can immediately feel on the nose and palate. Nevertheless, the typical peppery character of Talisker comes through very well and makes the Storm unmistakable. The aftertaste is surprisingly long for such a young single malt whisky, which is probably due to the use of oak barrels of different ages. In addition, fine maritime notes and nuances of dried fruit can be perceived. If you like Talisker whiskies, you will definitely like the Storm!

Ardmore Legacy Highland Malt Whisky, 0.7 L, 40%

Bruichladdich Malt Whisky Scottish Barley The Classic Laddie , 0.7 L, 50% Bruichladdich - A very traditional distillery The Bruichladdich distillery, which is pronounced "bruchladdie", is the westernmost distillery in Scotland. It is located on the island of Islay on the western shore of Loch Indaal, directly opposite the famous Bowmore Distillery. Bruichladdich was founded by the three brothers Robert, William and John Gourlay Harvey, who built the distillery in 1881. Unlike many other new distilleries at the time, the Harvey brothers did not convert an existing old building into a distillery, but built one from scratch. They also invested a lot of money in the most modern equipment of the time. This foresight paid off, as some of the equipment from the 19th century can still be used in daily operations today. After Bruichladdich had to close between 1929 and 1937, it was closed again in 1994 after various changes of ownership. At the time, things looked bleak, but in 2000, three brave investors and partners of Murray McDavid decided to buy the distillery and breathe new life into it. Since May 29, 2001, Bruichladdich has been producing new single malt whisky again, which has delighted whisky lovers all over the world! Even though the distillery is located on the island of Islay, which is known for its smoky whiskies, not all of the distillery's whisky is made from malt dried over peat. The distillery's classic bottlings are unpeated and perhaps for this very reason, and not just among the residents of Islay, they are very popular. The Bruichladdich Scottish Barley "The Classic Laddie" The Bruichladdich Scottish Barley "The Classic Laddie" is made from 100% Scottish barley and is a tribute to the beauty and untouched nature of this breathtaking country! Like the old Bruichladdich bottlings, the Scottish Barley "The Classic Laddie" is unpeated, which sets it apart from other single malt whiskies from the island of Islay. This light golden whisky was stored in American oak barrels. On the nose and palate, the Scottish Barley "The Classic Laddie" shows fine nuances of caramelized fruit, brown sugar and, of course, malt. The finish is of medium length and permeated with floral and fruity notes. For a "standard" malt, the Scottish Barley "The Classic Laddie" is extremely high quality and is completely convincing!

Bruichladdich The Organic Scottish Barley Malt Whisky 1.0 L, 50% In the 19th century, it was common to convert old farmhouses or similar buildings into whisky distilleries. This had the advantage that the costly construction of foundation walls was not necessary and, in the case of a farm, harvest residues could often be processed directly on site. But of course there were also disadvantages. Since these buildings were not built to house a distillery, there were frequent space problems and compromises had to be made regarding the planning and design of the facilities. Furthermore, the pure spring water that is so important for production often had to be brought in over long distances. The three brothers Robert, William and John Gourlay Harvey also saw these grievances when they planned their Bruichladdich distillery (pronounced "bruchladdie"). They therefore decided to build the Bruichladdich Distillery from scratch and invest in the latest and most modern facilities. They chose the western shore of Loch Indaal on the island of Islay as their location, as it is very close to a spring with very high water quality. To this day, Bruichladdich, which is located directly opposite the famous Bowmore Distillery, is considered the westernmost whisky distillery in Scotland. When the Harvey brothers opened the distillery in 1881, they probably would not have imagined that some of the equipment they purchased back then would still be in operation today. Bruichladdich is therefore a kind of living museum and is extremely popular with whisky lovers all over the world, and not just because of its very traditional working methods. The Bruichladdich Organic Scottish Barley When the Bruichladdich Distillery was built, only organically grown barley was used. This changed with the industrialization of agriculture. Bruichladdich now wants to revive this old raw material quality with the Bruichladdich Organic Scottish Barley and relies entirely on 100% organically grown barley. After the slow distillation, the new make matures in American oak barrels, which give it the final touch. The Organic Scottish Barley is an extremely creamy whisky, with aromas of lemon, malt, pear, honey and almond. The Organic Scottish Barley is a fairly mild and completely convincing single malt whisky with a medium-long aftertaste.

Powers Gold Irish Whiskey Powers Irish Whiskey is one of the Irish people's most popular whiskeys and is a delicious, fruity blended whiskey that has been distilled three times and matured in oak barrels for several years. Powers Gold Irish Whiskey is golden in color and offers delicate fruit aromas reminiscent of peaches and apricots, as well as subtle spice tones and a little honey. The aftertaste is long and soft.

Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky 0.7L 40% Cutty Sark is a Scottish blended Scotch whisky that has been stored in selected oak barrels. Notes of oak and vanilla on the nose. On the palate, Cutty Sark Blended Scotch Whisky is soft and gentle with fresh, delicate smoky notes.The aftertaste is dry and long. Cutty Sark Whisky is named after the "Cutty Sark", once the fastest merchant sailing ship, which was once used on the route to India.

Dimple Blended Scotch Whisky 15 Years 1.0L 43% Dimple Blended Scotch Whisky was first produced in 1888 by John Aloysius Haig and is a so-called deluxe blended scotch with a higher proportion of malt whisky in the overall composition.In the USA, the brand is called Pinch, which goes back to the unusual three-edged and extremely distinctive bottle, which was the first bottle to receive a patent on the bottle shape. The malt whiskies processed in Dimple come from the Glenkinchie and Linkwood distilleries. Dimple Blended Scotch Whisky has been stored for no less than 15 years and has a golden color. Wonderfully soft and aromatic on the palate, malt, smoke and peat can be tasted.

Willett XCF Rye Whiskey 7 years, 0.7L 51.7% Willett - A special whiskey from a special distillery! Several hundred euros are due if you want to buy one of the sought-after older bottlings of a Willett Rye Whiskey. Old bottles, such as the Willett Rye Whiskey 23 years, are very popular with collectors and speculators and are now only occasionally found at auctions. The hype surrounding these products is not unjustified, however, because anyone who has tried an older Willett at least once in their life knows about the extraordinary quality of these whiskeys. Nevertheless, you obviously don't want to spend half your monthly salary on a bottle of Rye, which is why you should also consider the current bottlings from Willett! A very special bottle that has only recently been on the market is the Willett XCF Rye Whiskey 7 years! Before we tell you more about this strictly limited bottle, we would like to take a quick look at the history of the distillery. The history of the Willett Distillery After the end of American Prohibition, the thirst for high-quality whiskeys was great. So it was definitely the right time when the brothers Thompson and John T. Willett opened the Willett distillery in Bardstown, Kentucky in 1936. The distillery was able to establish itself successfully with its products in the decades that followed, but slipped into a crisis in the 1970s when global demand for bourbon fell sharply. In the 1980s, Willett ultimately had to close due to weak sales. However, one man continued to believe in the success of the distillery - the successful entrepreneur Even Kulsveen, husband of Martha Willett. He therefore bought the shares in the Willett Distillery from the other family members. Through his company Kentucky Bourbon Distillers, he continued to produce whiskey according to Willett's recipe and to store and bottle it in Bardstown. In 2012, he finally had a new distillery built on the old site, which has since then produced high-quality bourbon and rye whiskey with a pot still and a column still. The Willett XCF Rye Whiskey 7 years The Willett XCF Rye is part of the new "Exploratory Cask Finish" series from the Willett Distillery and matured for a total of seven years in charred American white oak barrels. It was then allowed to mature for around 90 days in French Curacao barrels. These were most likely barrels of the popular orange liqueur Grand Marnier. The mash bill of this excellent whiskey consisted of 95% rye and 5% malted barley. It was finally bottled at a strong 51.7% vol. On the nose, the chestnut-colored whiskey shows intense notes of oak, strong caramel, orange and spices. On the palate, the Willett XCF is slightly sweet with aromas of orange and other citrus fruits. The aftertaste is characterized by a clear rye style and is of considerable length. Please note: only a few bottles in stock!

Willett Family Estate Rye Whiskey 7 years, 0.7L 57.2% Willett – An expensive pleasure? Willett – When lovers of good American rye whiskey hear this name, their mouths start to water. The older bottlings from the Willett Distillery in particular are sought-after collectors' items and are now even objects of speculation. You can quickly spend several hundred euros if you want to treat yourself to a bottle of Willett Rye Whiskey 23 years - assuming you even get the chance to buy one of these rare bottlings. Thank goodness there are also excellent whiskeys from Willett that are still affordable and still offer a lot of enjoyment - one of them is the Willett Family Estate Rye Whiskey 7 years. The history of the Willett distillery The whiskey distillery was founded shortly after Prohibition, more precisely in 1936. The company concentrated on the production of bourbon whiskey and rye whiskey and was able to successfully establish itself in the competitive market. Due to the so-called "bourbon crisis" (sales of bourbon fell into crisis worldwide) in the 1970s, the distillery had to cope with heavy losses and ultimately ceased operations completely a good ten years later. However, one person continued to believe in the success of the Willett brand - Even Kulsveen, Martha Willet's husband. For this reason, he acquired the shares of the other family members and finally opened a new distillery on the same site in 2012. Classic bourbon and rye whiskey is now produced, stored and bottled there. The Willett Family Estate Rye Whiskey 7 years Although the actual distillery was closed, Kulsveen also had his company Kentucky Bourbon Distillers produce whiskey according to the original Willett recipe and have it matured and bottled on the Willett premises. The mash bill of this great rye consists of 95% rye and 5% malted barley. After distillation, the rye matures for a full seven years in American white oak barrels before it is finally bottled without chill filtration and at the strong cask strength of 57.2%. The copper-colored Willett 7 years shows intense aromas of chocolate, mint, eucalyptus, citrus fruits and maple syrup on the nose and palate. The aftertaste is long, balanced and full of flavor intensity. A great rye, whose stock is unfortunately limited!

Willett Family Estate Rye Whiskey 6 years, 0.7L, 58.7% Willett - A company with a long history For older Rye Whiskey bottlings from the Willett Distillery, lovers and collectors are prepared to pay up to four-figure sums. A real cult has developed around these very rare bottlings and the Willett distillery enjoys an excellent reputation among connoisseurs. However, you don't necessarily have to spend a large part of your monthly earnings on a bottle of Willett Rye, because fortunately there are also affordable and very tasty younger bottlings, such as this Willett Family Estate Rye Whiskey 6 years. The original Willett distillery was founded in 1936, shortly after the end of American Prohibition. In the decades that followed, business was good and the distillery was able to establish itself firmly in the Bardstown, Kentucky region. In the 1970s, however, the distillery fell into crisis due to a strong stagnation in demand for bourbon whiskey and, to the regret of many connoisseurs, finally had to cease operations in the 1980s. The Norwegian entrepreneur Even Kulsveen, husband of Martha Willet, however, had the ambition to continue running the Willett distillery with his company Kentucky Bourbon Distillers and bought the Willett Distillery from the remaining family members. In 2012 the time had finally come and the distillery was put back into operation and the production of bourbon whiskey and rye whiskey began. The Willett Family Estate Rye Whiskey 6 years This 6-year-old Willett Rye was distilled by Kulsveen's company in Indiana and then matured for six years in barrels made of American white oak in the Willett distillery. The mash bill consisted of 95% rye and 5% barley malt. The already very full-bodied rye whiskey impresses on the nose with a beautiful sweetness and aromas of spices and cocoa. On the palate there is a whole potpourri of aromas reminiscent of vanilla, dried fruit, oak and black tea. The aftertaste is of medium length and impresses above all with its mild and balanced character. The Willett Family Estate Rye Whiskey 6 years is not chill-filtered and bottled at cask strength with a solid 58.7% vol.

Bunnahabhain Single Malt Whisky 18 years 0.7L 46.3% About Bunnahabhain The northernmost whisky distillery on the Scottish island of Islay can be found at the end of a small single-lane road on the coast of the 'Sound of Islay'. The distillery is known for whisky with a 'coastal influence', as the warehouses are located in close proximity to the coast. Here the wooden barrels are surrounded by the rough, salty sea climate, which contributes significantly to the special taste of Bunnahabhain whiskies. 18 years Bunnahabhain The 18 year old Bunnahabhain whisky is one of the company's products that has received the most awards. The dark mahogany color reflects the long maturation in sherry casks. The aroma is characterized by these sherry notes, honey, nuts and spices. On the palate there are also soft sherry notes, combined with oak, sweet toffee and the slightly salty coastal aroma from maturing in the warehouses right on the coast. The finish is peppered with the aroma of dried fruit and a hint of spice.

Old Pulteney Stroma Malt Whisky Liqueur, 0.5 L, 35% The history of the Pulteney distillery The delicate Stroma Malt Whisky Liqueur is distilled by the Scottish malt distillery Pulteney in the northern Highlands. More precisely in the village of Wick near the North Sea coast, making the Pulteney Distillery the northernmost on the Scottish mainland. The Pulteney distillery was built in 1826 by James Henderson and remained in family ownership until the 1920s. In the decades that followed, however, there were numerous changes of ownership and the distillery had to experience some ups and downs. Pulteney is currently operated by Inver House Distillers Ltd and, with an annual production volume of around 1,000,000 liters, is one of the smaller ones in Scotland. The whiskeys are distilled in just two stills. The Old Pulteney Stroma Malt Whisky Liqueur The Stroma Whisky Liqueur is the successor to the now sought-after Old Pulteney Liqueur, which was slightly lighter in terms of alcohol content than the current bottling. The name of the liqueur is based on the small island of Stroma, off the north coast of Scotland. The Stroma Malt Whisky Liqueur is intended to wash over the taste buds in the same way that the island is washed by the waves of the sea. The liqueur is produced using award-winning, strong malt whiskeys and lighter malt whiskeys. The different whiskeys are blended and then mixed with honey and various herbs and spices. The taste of the Old Pulteney Stroma Malt Whisky Liqueur In the glass, the whiskey liqueur shimmers in a dark gold and smells of fine whiskey, sherry, honey and spicy herbs. On the palate, the liqueur has a clear, but not too strong, sweetness and robust, full-bodied and fruity notes. The aftertaste is medium-length and intensely warming. The Pulteney Distillery recommends enjoying the Stroma liqueur neat or on the rocks. A view that we support, but we at Drinkology.de would also like to point out that it can be used well in whiskey cocktails.

Slyrs Malt Whisky Pedro Ximenez Edition No. 2 0.7L 46% Slyrs - The story of a German whisky When you talk about German whisky, you can't avoid the name Slyrs. Slyrs is derived from an old term for green-yellowish shimmering marl, which is also the name of Schliersee, where the distillery is located. The distillery belongs to the Lantenhammer distillery, which is particularly known for its fruit brandies. The idea for the German whisky came from Florian Stetter, the then junior boss of the schnapps distillery dynasty, during a study trip to Scotland in 1994. The nature there reminded him of his homeland Bavaria because of the clear lakes and streams, extensive forests and pure air. Florian Stetter then bet his fellow students that he could produce a whisky with local ingredients in Bavaria too. No sooner said than done, and in 1999 the first whisky flowed from the stills and was bottled after three years of maturation in barrels made of American white oak. The production of the Slyrs Malt Whisky Pedro Ximénez Edition The basis for the fine PX whisky from Slyrs is the best distillery malt from Bamberg. This is crushed and mashed in the Slyrs distillery. After fermentation, a double distillation takes place in copper pot stills, with only the middle run of the fine spirit being processed further. This is then transferred to barrels made of American white oak, where it matures for several years. Finally, the Slyrs Malt Whisky Pedro Ximénez Edition was transferred to hand-selected Pedro Ximénez sherry casks from Bodegas Tradición in Jerez, which were up to 60 years old and stored there for up to nine months. It acquired its special sherry aromas in these valuable casks. The taste of the Slyrs Malt Whisky Pedro Ximénez Edition It is not without reason that the Slyrs, finished in a PX cask, was named “Best Single Malt Whisky in Europe” at the World Whisky Awards in London in 2014. Even on the nose, the Slyrs Pedro Ximénez Edition exudes intense notes of dried fruit, honey and malt. Similar aromas can also be perceived on the palate and are extremely finely interwoven. The complex aftertaste of the Slyrs PX cask is delicately sweet and extremely long! An absolute whisky highlight, which is unfortunately only available in small quantities.