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"It's good to see an official distillery bottling of Clynelish in the U.S. This one is very true to the Clynelish style: fresh, appetizing, and very drinkable. Notes of brine, fruit (lemon-lime), and vanilla-accented malt, are the foundation of this whisky. Delicate seaweed, peat, exotic pepper and a hint of citrus rind bitterness entertain the palate throughout, all the way to its appetizingly briny, seaweed-tinged finish. Perhaps the definitive aperitif whisky." Whisky Advocate

Nose: zesty, mandarin, tangerine. Smoky. Palate: quite light, great clarity. orange, soft acidity. dry oak. mixed fruits, vanilla, leather. Finish: quite long, bitter sweetness developing, spicy oak. Great balance with perfectly rounded mouthfeel. 46%abv - Fresh Fruit and Vanilla -

"This oft-overlooked Speysider has been frustratingly variable in the past, but now seems to have hit greater consistency. Worm tubs and weird stills combine to give a complex malt, but one that needs help from oak to blossom fully. There are hedgerow aromas: black currant leaf, hawthorn berries, and lots of honey. A chestnut note continues on the tongue where, on the finish, a hint of smoke lurks." Whisky Advocate, 43% abv

Distiller Notes
2021 San Francisco World Spirits Competition Double Gold Medal Winner

2016 San Francisco World Spirits Competition Double Gold Medal Winner

Speyside whiskies are known to be fruity and floral, but as the bad boy of Speyside, Craigellachie defies with its oil fired, rich character. Craigellachie 13 is matured in a mixture of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks. The bourbon casks bring vanilla, toffee and fudge notes to the fore, and the sherry casks provide richness and complexity.

"Half the whisky was aged in bourbon barrels, the other half in sherry casks. This whisky has always been on my short list as one of the finest, most affordable 12 year old single malts available. While the price may have gone up a bit (I remember when it was $20!), the quality remains the same. It’s fresh and lively. A well-balanced dram, with its tell-tale orange marmalade accompanied by tangerine, pineapple upside-down cake, vanilla-soaked barley, subtle brine, and caramel, all leading to a spicy cinnamon and dried vanilla finish. A nice 'every day' dram." Whisky Advocate

"Dalmore's 12-year-old expression has been matured in ex-bourbon and ex-Oloroso sherry casks. The portion of sherry casks in the mix has been increased compared to former times, making it much more complex.Aroma: Orange, dark plums, chocolate, marzipan." Whiskey.com

Palate: Citrus, almond, coffee, cinnamon. Finish: Orange, vanilla, plums, cinnamon. 40%abv - Dried Fruit and Nut -

A lovely Sherry casked Hightland that is medium sweet with some cinnamon and nutmeg spice, and marked fruitiness with notes of orange, cherry, raison and dried fuit. Well balance throughout. 40%abv - Dried Fruit and Nut -

Highlands, Scotland- Unique in its complexity and ability to age in a greater variety of casks. Aromas of red berry fruits, fresh flowers, and passion fruit. Notes of citrus zest, vanilla pod, and creme caramel on the palate. Finishes with touches of sweet cinnamon and nutmeg.

"This Dalwhinnie is one of the best-selling Classic Malts of Scotland. The aroma of this single Highland malt shows hints of heather and peat smoke. The mild, fruity-sweet taste leads on to an excellent long finish." (Whisky.com) - Elegant and Floral -

Nose: Fresh sherry embraces the maltier, more honeyed aspects of Dalwhinnie. Peaty and surprisingly, still heathery. Spicy yet grapy. Palate: A big, spicy buzz followed by an impressive build-up of very clear, well defined Scotch. After a quick burst of sweetness, a rich, grape effect moves in towards the middle. Finish: Tons of oak. Very, very dry with vanilla dominating. The perfect dram for those in search of a very dry malt finish. (Producer's Note) - Malt and Honey -

Speyside, Scotland- Straw gold color. Sherry-sweet malty aromas combine with a light smokiness and subtle spice. Delicately light, sweet and malty, with hints of biscuits and cream and peaty notes. Leaves a long, slightly spicy finish with a lingering smokiness.

Distiller Notes
Vibrant amber-gold. The nose is fresh and beautifully light, sherried fruit combined with a tempting spicy sweetness and a int of sappy oak. The palate is full-bodied with a delightfully sherried fruit, oak and delicious sweet sensations. The finish is long and flavorsome, with a lingering spiciness.

The Glenfiddich 12 is a benchmark Scotch and familiar favorite helping to establish the Single Malt category years ago.

Color: Golden Nose: Distinctively fresh and fruity with a hint of pear. Beautifully crafted and delicately balanced. Taste: Characteristic sweet, fruity notes. Develops into butterscotch, cream, malt and subtle oak flavors. Finish: A long smooth and mellow finish. (Producer’s Note) - Dried Fruit and Nut -

The 14 Year Old Bourbon Barrel Reserve uniquely delivers the smooth sophistication of Scotland with the sweet kick of Kentucky. The distillery patiently waits 14 years as the whisky matures in ex-bourbon American Oak casks. It is finished in deep charred new American Oak barrels supplied by The Kelvin Cooperage in Louisville, Kentucky. The result is a rich, sweet and vibrant single malt that delivers beautifully complex flavors of woody spices combined with ripe summer fruit. It's an expression in a class all its own, one that will inspire Scotch and bourbon lovers alike. - Rich Fruit and Spice -

This 18 year old from Glenfiddich is rich and full-bodied and is matured in a mix of Oloroso sherry and bourbon casks. Color: Dark gold. Nose: A remarkably rich aroma with ripe orchard fruit, baked apple and robust oak. Taste: Richly delivers luxurious dried fruit, candy peel and dates. Overlaid with elegant oak notes. Finish: Warming, rewarding and distinguished. 40%abv - Rich Fruit and Spice -

"Soothing and seamless on the nose and palate with chewy toffee, molasses, nougat, almond butter, vanilla fudge, cinnamon spice, and nutmeg, along with gentle tobacco notes emerging later on the palate. A pleasing dry finish offsets the sweeter notes. A delicious whisky from beginning to end." Whisky Advocate.

Appearance / Color
Copper gold.
Nose / Aroma / Smell
Smoke and peat, like a camp fire put out by wet leaves, with marzipan and dried apple.
Flavour / Taste / Palate
Burnt caramel, malt, vanilla, and a salty-smoky-meaty note, like prosciutto Finish Long and warm with sea spray.
Finish
Smokey and salty.

Scotland- Peaty nature with a unique expression, and is quite different to the usual style of Highland whisky. "Torfa" refers to the Old Norse word peat, has a brooding, smoky character. Natural color and bottled at 100 pf. 3rd place at Int. Spirits Comp. in Best Peated Whisky Category.

Distiller Notes
2019 San Francisco World Spirits Completion Gold Medal Winner

Golden yellow. Clear and bright. Sweet, with toffee and popcorn aromas. Slightly nutty, with fresh green apples coming through. Clean. Green apples and grass, soft oak and a hint of sweet liquorice. Water brings linseed oil and almonds with a sweet and malty finish.

Few names are as synonymous with quality Scotch whisky as Glenlivet. The Glenlivet French Oak 15-year-old blended whisky stands out for the eponymous French oak casks used in the distilling process. The result is an earthy, lingering bouquet no other label can replicate. A tried-and-true product from Scotland's oldest legal distillery, Glenlivet 15-Year Scotch whisky is created through a process similar to making cognac, lending it a slightly sweet and abundantly flavorful profile. The remarkable maturation process delivers a whisky known for its nutty, spicy, and fruity hue with notes of apple, grape, nuts, and spices. Distilling the Scotch in French oak casks for so long also infuses hints of nutmeg and cinnamon. The Glenlivet 15-Year French Oak Scotch has a 40% ABV and is perfectly at home in sweet mixed drinks. You can also enjoy Glenlivet on its own sip by sip.

The Glenlivet 18-year-old Scotch whisky is a premium choice in the Glenlivet lineup. Tasters fall in love with its enticing honey color and smooth, pleasant finish that stands out among other Scotch whisky choices. A dynamic spirit preferred for its depths of aroma and taste, The Glenlivet 18-year-old Scotch marks the middle of the Glenlivet options ranging from 15- to 21-year-distillations. The 18-year-old whisky boasts a unique flavor palate with sweet elements like oranges and nougat along with the spiciness of fennel and spearmint. This 40% ABV single-malt Scotch whisky hails from Speyside and enjoys extra time in the refining process. The result is a Scotch with amazing complexity that has become a favorite among consumers and critics alike. It is no wonder that the label has won multiple international awards. Appreciate The Glenlivet on its own in a whisky glass to bring out its subtle nuances, which range from fruity to oaky.

Made with water from the same crystal-clear mountain streams, in the same cold, pure air, The Glenlivet Founder’s Reserve is as smooth and fruity as the whisky that first ran from the original copper pot stills. These unique, lantern-shaped copper stills, designed by the man himself, are not the only important tools in our distilling legacy. The traditional oak casks in which we mature the whisky give each expression its own distinct characteristics. When George Smith began distilling, The Glenlivet had no age statements and he selected whisky from casks of a range of ages. We have replicated this freedom with The Glenlivet Founder’s Reserve, selecting whisky from a variety of traditional aged oak casks. Then, to lend a modern twist to the flavour of the expression, Master Distiller Alan Winchester marries together a selection of the aged oak casks and American first-fill oak casks. American first-fill oak casks are those that have never before been used to mature whisky. Selective use of these casks provides a smooth, creamy sweetness that mingles harmoniously with the delicate flavours and complex fruity tones already present in the whisky.

The Glenlivet Spectra is a selection of three mysterious single malts, each a reinterpretation of our smooth & fruity house style.

Fresh, vibrant, and beautifully complex. A clean, malty foundation accentuated by bright complex fruit, delicate spice, dried flowers, and gentle honeyed vanilla notes that linger on the palate. This is a wonderful whisky which is very versatile, but I can only imagine what it would taste like at 46% and unchill-filtered like the wood finish expressions." 93 Whisky Advocate

"Aromas: mandarin, lemon, apple, pear and peach trees. Add to this the scent of vanilla ice cream, and herbal notes of geranium and wild mint. Add water and release lemony bergamot, apricot and mandarin. Floral notes of geranium, sweet honeysuckle and piquant narcissus mix with mint and the herbal essence of eucalyptus, nutmeg and ginger. Taste: creamy vanilla slips like liquid silk over the tongue as peaches and cream, mandarins and lemons effervesce in the mouth. Finish: The charming sweetness of delicious juices is left on the tongue (Producer's Tasting Notes) 43% abv - Fresh Fruit and Vanilla -