{"title":"Samples (3cl-10cl)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"110\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"110\"\u003eSample Bottles (3cl - 10cl)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"622\" class=\"\"\u003eFor those who want to explore new flavours without committing to a full-sized bottle, our \u003cstrong data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"233\"\u003eSample Bottles (3cl - 10cl)\u003c\/strong\u003e offer the perfect solution. Whether you're new to whisky, rum, gin, or other spirits, or you're simply looking to try something different, our sample collection allows you to experience premium drinks in a convenient and cost-effective size. Each sample is carefully selected, offering the same high-quality experience as the full-sized bottles, just in a smaller, more accessible format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"1060\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"645\"\u003eThe Sample Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur range of sample bottles includes a wide variety of spirits, from rich single malts to smooth rums, unique gins, and more. Perfect for tastings, gifting, or discovering your next favourite bottle, these samples give you the chance to try before you buy. Whether you’re looking for a new addition to your collection or simply want to explore different styles, our samples make it easy to discover new favourites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1460\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003eTaste Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSample bottles offer a perfect introduction to the diverse world of spirits. Expect a full experience with each sip, capturing the complexity, richness, and depth of flavour found in the original bottles. From the smooth sweetness of a bourbon to the spicy complexity of a rum, our samples give you a true taste of what makes each spirit special, all in a convenient 3cl-10cl size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1876\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003eWhy Choose Sample Bottles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSample bottles are ideal for those who want to experience a variety of premium spirits without the commitment of a full-sized bottle. They also make a great gift for the discerning drinker who enjoys discovering new flavours. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer, our sample bottles provide an affordable and convenient way to explore new spirits and refine your taste.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"macallan-classic-cut-2023-release-speyside-single-malt-scotch-whisky-3cl-sample","title":"Macallan Classic Cut 2023 Release Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 3cl Sample","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 28px;\"\u003eMacallan Classic Cut 2023 Release Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky 3cl Sample\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike a Macallan 12 on Steroids. Cask strength stuff we have all been waiting for. Each year is a new release that is slightly different to the others and when its gone, it is gone....\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom an annual series of limited expressions, this is the 2023 edition of The Macallan Classic Cut. It was matured in a combination of bourbon American oak and sherry-seasoned European oak casks and then bottled at 50.3% ABV. It's delicious at that strength, but we recommend pouring two drams and then diluting one with water down to 40% ABV. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose : I\u003cspan\u003entense and sweet. Bourbon barrel flavours comes out.  Vanilla, Caramel, Vanilla pudding, citrus underneath, Coconut, A hint of spice, Pickled ginger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate : \u003cspan\u003eLots of vanilla, Caramel, Coconut, Milk chocolate, Walnut. Spices, Cinnamon, Some oiliness, Cocoa, Dark chocolate, Light spiciness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish : \u003cspan\u003eSpices, Cinnamon, White pepper, Ginger, pronounced spiciness, Oak, Hazelnuts, Dark chocolate, Coffee with a bit of milk but no sugar. 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A large surface-to-volume ratio means that maturation will take longer – Macallan, it is widely agreed, hits its stride fully in its mid-teens. A heavy new make will also require longer in cask to lose any vestigial sulphurous notes. The nature of the extractives in the European oak (higher levels of tannin, powerful clove and resinous aromas) also needs a heavy spirit to achieve balance. American oak, on the other hand, adds and enhances sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo colour adjustment takes place at Macallan, meaning that each vatting needs to not only replicate the previous one in terms of aroma and taste, but must hit the same hue, despite every cask having a different tint. It is this understanding of the way in which colour is an indication of character which was behind whisky-maker Bob Dalgarno’s creation of the ‘1824 Range’ in 2013.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the original farm distilleries of Speyside, Macallan became legal in 1824 when Alexander Reid obtained (or was persuaded to obtain) one of the new licences issued after the passing of the 1823 Excise Act. In 1868, James Stuart took the lease and rebuilt the plant. His ownership ended in 1892, when he sold Macallan to one of the giants of Victorian distilling, Roderick Kemp, who had previously owned Talisker. Kemp’s descendants – in particular the Shiach family – retained ownership until the 1996 takeover by Highland Distillers (now Edrington).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant has continually been expanded from its original wooden shed with two stills. 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Investment in wood has increased significantly in recent years, with a complex of massive warehouses being built on the estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn recent years, a greater emphasis has been placed on the nascent luxury whisky market with bottlings of 50- and 60-year-old Macallan in Lalique decanters, the creation of the Fine \u0026amp; Rare vintage range dating back to 1926, and the Masters of Photography series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis has not been without controversy. Its growing status as a collectable malt saw Macallan become the victim of fakers in the late 1990s. The subsequent investigation has, however, helped establish a methodology to check the authenticity of suspicious bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a whisky-making front, 2004 saw the introduction of Fine Oak, where American oak ex-Sherry casks and some ex-Bourbon casks were used in a mirror range to the ‘classic’ 100% ex-Sherry range. 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Cask strength stuff we have all been waiting for. Each year is a new release that is slightly different to the others and when its gone, it is gone.... \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Macallan Classic Cut - 2024 Edition has been bottled at 52.4% ABV and features notes of vanilla, tropical fruit and lemon. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA multisensory myriad of dynamic and evolving flavours are unveiled with the addition of water, unlocking the doors within the Classic Cut universe. This whisky is anything but classic. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis we believe, is the finest Macallan Classic Cut ever released. Try it today! Or tomorrow by the time it gets to you anyway.... \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Macallan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMacallan is an excellent example of the significance of size on whisky character. 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His ownership ended in 1892, when he sold Macallan to one of the giants of Victorian distilling, Roderick Kemp, who had previously owned Talisker. Kemp’s descendants – in particular the Shiach family – retained ownership until the 1996 takeover by Highland Distillers (now Edrington).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant has continually been expanded from its original wooden shed with two stills. It was increased to five stills (two wash, three spirit) in 1954 and then more significantly in 1965 when a new stillhouse with seven stills was built. This process continued throughout the 1970s with the total number of stills reaching 21 by 1975.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a distillery which has become synonymous with the growth of single malt, it is worth remembering that Macallan has always been an important malt for blending. 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Though old Macallan lovers protested, the lighter, sweeter, flavour profile brought in new drinkers, mostly in new markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1824 Range, a four-strong series not carrying age statements which replaced some of the younger expressions in the portfolio, followed in 2013, using whisky colour as a communication and branding device. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second stillhouse was brought back on stream in 2008, and in 2013 it was announced that a completely new, £100m distillery was to be built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new distillery – a distinctive subterranean design – was commissioned on 9 November 2017 and opened officially in May 2018, at a final cost of £140m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003e50.3% ABV\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3cl\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Macallan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54523930739013,"sku":"000186","price":10.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/9495\/8661\/files\/4505010615_3fa54ee5-6b04-42eb-87d6-218b60ae03c4.jpg?v=1746551183"},{"product_id":"macallan-the-harmony-collection-vibrant-oak-speyside-single-malt-whisky-2024-3cl-sample","title":"Macallan The Harmony Collection Vibrant Oak Speyside Single Malt Whisky (2024) 3cl Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 28px;\"\u003eMacallan The Harmony Collection Vibrant Oak Speyside Single Malt Whisky (2024) 3cl Sample\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe latest release now available in drams!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by our deep-rooted connection to  nature for nearly 200 years, The Macallan Harmony Collection is a limited annual release series that explores our future packaging journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach release unveils distinctive and innovative packaging that seeks to bring new life to organic by-products which have ended their usual course. It fuses innovative techniques with materials from the natural world at the end of their life to see them reborn with a renewed purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whisky, created by The Macallan Whisky Mastery Team, is matured in a combination of first fill sherry seasoned American oak casks and refill sherry casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese have been carefully selected to deliver the classic American oak flavours of vanilla, citrus and sweet oak, naturally derived from the cask during maturation, with a medium, sweet finish that delicately lingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo brands dedicated to constant innovation, this collaboration is inspired by a shared respect for creativity and reverence for the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this release that celebrates our 200 Year Anniversary, we focus on our own area of expertise and mastery which is represented by oak. Oak runs through every facet of The Macallan and our exceptional sherry seasoned oak casks are the single greatest contributor to the outstanding quality, distinctive aromas and flavours of our whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Macallan continuously draws inspiration from nature. The Harmony Collection, Vibrant Oak is a reminder of the importance of both the connection with our natural environment and of preserving it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis latest Harmony release reflects the influence of sherry seasoned oak casks to our whisky mastery. Over time, our new make spirit matures in the cask to create a liquid that is reflective of our deep connection with nature, drawing both natural colour and flavour from its interaction with the oak wood.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTHE EXPERIENCE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Vibrant Oak and the gold colour evoke a sense of energy and liveliness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Cirque du Soleil SPIRIT Experience, two key characters will each bring to life the oak story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautiful illustration features a human figure – Ayla - intricately intertwined within the branches of an American oak tree. This design emphasises the importance of the connection between the natural world and human experience. It conveys the life and wonder that bloom when humans are “In Harmony with nature.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design also incorporates peacock feathers which symbolises The Macallan's natural colour and our peacock character, brought to life through the story of Spirit. 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It is a large producer certainly, but its spirit stills are small (3,900 litres). This is a major contributing factor to the rich and oily nature of its new make.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven with an extremely tight (ie small) cut there is little time for copper to do its lightening job on spirit vapour in tiny stills the lyne arms of which are so acutely angled. The opposite applies to maturation, however, where the balance between large and small is more fully revealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat heavy new make then goes into large, predominantly 500-litre ex-Sherry casks (made of both European and American oak). A large surface-to-volume ratio means that maturation will take longer – Macallan, it is widely agreed, hits its stride fully in its mid-teens. A heavy new make will also require longer in cask to lose any vestigial sulphurous notes. The nature of the extractives in the European oak (higher levels of tannin, powerful clove and resinous aromas) also needs a heavy spirit to achieve balance. American oak, on the other hand, adds and enhances sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo colour adjustment takes place at Macallan, meaning that each vatting needs to not only replicate the previous one in terms of aroma and taste, but must hit the same hue, despite every cask having a different tint. It is this understanding of the way in which colour is an indication of character which was behind whisky-maker Bob Dalgarno’s creation of the ‘1824 Range’ in 2013.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the original farm distilleries of Speyside, Macallan became legal in 1824 when Alexander Reid obtained (or was persuaded to obtain) one of the new licences issued after the passing of the 1823 Excise Act. In 1868, James Stuart took the lease and rebuilt the plant. His ownership ended in 1892, when he sold Macallan to one of the giants of Victorian distilling, Roderick Kemp, who had previously owned Talisker. Kemp’s descendants – in particular the Shiach family – retained ownership until the 1996 takeover by Highland Distillers (now Edrington).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant has continually been expanded from its original wooden shed with two stills. It was increased to five stills (two wash, three spirit) in 1954 and then more significantly in 1965 when a new stillhouse with seven stills was built. This process continued throughout the 1970s with the total number of stills reaching 21 by 1975.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a distillery which has become synonymous with the growth of single malt, it is worth remembering that Macallan has always been an important malt for blending. It wasn’t until the early 1980s, faced with a downturn in the market for fillings, that Macallan decided to focus more strongly on the then new single malt category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe management team of Allan Shiach, Frank Newlands, Hugh Mitcalfe and Willie Phillips oversaw a campaign which both positioned the malt as a 'first-growth whisky' it called 'the Cognac of whisky', while always retaining a somewhat bohemian and irreverent approach to advertising and promotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA firm belief in the fusion of the oily, heavy, new make style and ex-Sherry casks saw Macallan, under Edrington’s governance, become the first distillery to create so-called ‘bespoke’ casks: selecting specific trees (predominantly in northern Spain, though some American oak is specified), and then with Jerez-based cooper Tevasa specifying the length and nature of drying, type of coopering, the liquid used for seasoning (oloroso) and the duration of that process. Investment in wood has increased significantly in recent years, with a complex of massive warehouses being built on the estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn recent years, a greater emphasis has been placed on the nascent luxury whisky market with bottlings of 50- and 60-year-old Macallan in Lalique decanters, the creation of the Fine \u0026amp; Rare vintage range dating back to 1926, and the Masters of Photography series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis has not been without controversy. Its growing status as a collectable malt saw Macallan become the victim of fakers in the late 1990s. The subsequent investigation has, however, helped establish a methodology to check the authenticity of suspicious bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a whisky-making front, 2004 saw the introduction of Fine Oak, where American oak ex-Sherry casks and some ex-Bourbon casks were used in a mirror range to the ‘classic’ 100% ex-Sherry range. 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Now no longer available from source. 1 of 452 bottles made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe below excerpt is from MOM.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSleigh bells ring, are you listening? In this bottle, liquid glistening, distilled at Macduff, it's really top stuff, walking in a whisky wonderland. Season's Greetings folks. OK, we'll accept that writing jingles isn't really our thing, but you know what is? Bottling delicious whisky! This is a festive addition to our exclusive Master of Malt collection, matured for 21 years in a sherry butt, it's laden with cakey spice, toffee apple sweetness, and rich, buttery old oak. It'll make a superb gift for a Scotch whisky buff, and if you're searching for a bottle of \"Christmas whisky\", this is a great shout. A release of just 452 bottles and like all Master of Malt bottlings, this one is 100% natural colour and non-chill filtered.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy notes of honeyed porridge nestle beneath butterscotch and vibrant barley, with bold, polished oak. A touch of sugared almond arrives as things open up, with dried apples, sultanas, and a hint of leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e Superbly soft and sweet to start, with elegant notes of candy floss, Madeleines, and honeyed prunes. Creamy vanilla rides throughout, with buttery fudge, and toffee apples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e Trickles of caramel and poached orchard fruits keep things sweet, while rich old oak brings a touch of nutmeg warmth to the lingering cakey spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Macduff \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner-content-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"introduction\"\u003eA seaside distillery, Macduff is located in the fishing port of the same name, on the banks of the River Deveron, next to the Moray Firth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pagenav js-fixed\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMacduff distillery has a classic, clean and functional Delme-Evans design, with the stillhouse being the most intriguing part of the engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn here are five stills – two wash and three spirit – all of which have upward-tilting lyne arms that have a right angled kink in them. The spirit stills also have horizontal shell and tube condensers. The character is nutty (slightly sulphury at new make stage), with quick mashing, short fermentation and cold condensers. It is this last technique which adds weight to the spirit. It could well be that the kink in the lyne arm helps create just enough reflux to contribute a balancing fruitiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA modern distillery, Macduff (whose whisky is bottled by its owner as either Glen Deveron or The Deveron; Macduff is only used by independent bottlers) was built in 1960 to tap into the post-war whisky boom. The group of Glasgow brokers who were the original owners included Brodie Hepburn [see Tullibardine, Deanston] and it was through them, one imagines, that William Delme-Evans was chosen as architect. Brokers Block, Grey \u0026amp; Block were in charge between 1966 and 1972 when it became part of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/scotchwhisky.com\/whiskypedia\/2554\/william-lawson-s\/\"\u003eWilliam Lawson\u003c\/a\u003e, the whisky arm of Martini \u0026amp; Rossi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distillery had been slowly expanding in terms of production throughout its life and its Italian owner upped the number of stills to five in 1990. By then a range of single malts had been released, all under the name Glen Deveron.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn keeping with the Italian market’s love of young fresh malts, a five- and eight-year-old were early members of the range. 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High flavour and a decent ABV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichter’s Number 1 Bourbon prides itself on being truly small batch: each consignment of the nectar is composed of no more than two dozen barrels, meaning there’s little risk of imperfection. This rich-tasting, caramel-y bourbon is a joy to drink. 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It’s likes have not been seen before in Kentucky, a project whose scope and complexity likely rivals any malt whiskey program in the country and perhaps even in Auld Scotland itself. It hasn’t been done before…but it will be done again, next year, with a second edition, and every year after that. Every year we get better at this riff, adding new \u003ci\u003etones\u003c\/i\u003e, new \u003ci\u003espeakers\u003c\/i\u003e, new \u003ci\u003ewhiskey-amplifiers\u003c\/i\u003e, new \u003ci\u003etunings\u003c\/i\u003e. The SMSM project is very much about us living up to the statement on the back of every bottle: A New Riff on an Old Tradition. With this whiskey project, we have turned our all-copper column beer still as an interpretive lens examining the malted barleys and malt whiskey traditions of the world, and we are not stopping now—Sing on, brother, Play on, drummer!—the Malt whiskeys of New Riff Distilling are just getting started!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlending Statistics for the 2023 Sour Mash Single Malt:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSMP1 Maris Otter: 16.8%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSMP2 Golden Promise: 35.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSMP3 Barleywine: 9.1%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSMP4 Belgian Quad: 27.8%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSMP5 Peated: 10.8%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSherry\/Red Wine\/Brandy casks (across all SMP types): 38.3%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are notes of red berries on the palate – hinting to ex-wine casks – with baked bread, cocoa powder and bergamot leading to a very gentle smoky finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout New Riff\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"color-orange pad-b-20\"\u003eEstablished 2014.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are a new riff on an old tradition, that tradition or theme being Kentucky Bourbon. 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Ltd. is a producer of Japanese whisky and other beverages headquartered in Tokyo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the two Coffey stills at the Miyagikyo distillery, which were imported from Scotland to Japan in 1963, Nikka have produced a number of single cask single grain whiskies from time to time over the years. This, however, is their larger release of wonderfully exotic grain whisky. Now in a 70cl bottle! Hooray!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe company operates a number of distilleries and other facilities in Japan, including two Japanese whisky distilleries, the Yoichi distillery in Yoichi, Hokkaido (established in 1934), and the Miyagikyo distillery in Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, Northern HonshÅ«(established in 1969). It also owns the Ben Nevis Distillery (acquired in 1989) in Scotland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose : Bourbon-like vanilla and corn notes with a herbal hint of chamomile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate : Sweet, fruity flavours of melon, grapefruit and thick syrup, balanced by crunchy biscuits and fresh vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish : The corn notes, sweet and vibrant, last on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nikka \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhisky is a Japanese company, founded in 1934 by\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Masataka+Taketsuru\u0026amp;sca_esv=99ccd84969507416\u0026amp;sxsrf=AE3TifPdNXv5doevqVbfrRiU_4RgOOaNnA%3A1757150946775\u0026amp;ei=4v67aJeLL8CzhbIPyPDh0QY\u0026amp;ved=2ahUKEwjuobL-6cOPAxUKWkEAHU-PALIQgK4QegQIARAB\u0026amp;uact=5\u0026amp;oq=about+nikka+whisky+summary\u0026amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiGmFib3V0IG5pa2thIHdoaXNreSBzdW1tYXJ5MgUQIRigAUjLIFDvB1jjHXABeACQAQCYAbIBoAH_B6oBAzMuNrgBA8gBAPgBAZgCCaAC8gfCAgoQABiwAxjWBBhHwgIGEAAYFhgewgILEAAYgAQYhgMYigXCAggQABiABBiiBMICBRAAGO8FwgIEECEYFcICBRAhGJ8FmAMAiAYBkAYIkgcDMi43oAeOJ7IHAzEuN7gH6wfCBwUyLTcuMsgHLg\u0026amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp\u0026amp;mstk=AUtExfDAHdX6qOsjxZBvu-Ofojg6m1KCbbHk3XIYSd1sL3kHFQoGr7YhUfQKG-BToSLCXGn77RwIlMvgDVtiUi1qZIBAQuEFMf7rAkTyU-32m_AzhJgZ7sBRVv5CtamHcmdedwCnVQdGPY7pJXHhgiZQs2eGz4r-d3X64-aSDEK67mwPLFAy6TfMH9vwv8aLuhkFNSACr1ST_y_0_IeiT4nkL4lxlniWgd1_FF1c-roHZtXq4cRi_-UAVe5Jmz_YxA4wdAPeLmb_VK3x6dh0R-lq5uqE\u0026amp;csui=3\" data-processed=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAEQAQ\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjuobL-6cOPAxUKWkEAHU-PALIQgK4QegQIARAB\" class=\"GI370e\" data-wiz-rootname=\"sQeGi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMasataka Taketsuru\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – the \"Father of Japanese Whisky\" – after he studied distilling in Scotland. The brand is known for its two distilleries, the maritime-style \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Yoichi\u0026amp;sca_esv=99ccd84969507416\u0026amp;sxsrf=AE3TifPdNXv5doevqVbfrRiU_4RgOOaNnA%3A1757150946775\u0026amp;ei=4v67aJeLL8CzhbIPyPDh0QY\u0026amp;ved=2ahUKEwjuobL-6cOPAxUKWkEAHU-PALIQgK4QegQIARAC\u0026amp;uact=5\u0026amp;oq=about+nikka+whisky+summary\u0026amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiGmFib3V0IG5pa2thIHdoaXNreSBzdW1tYXJ5MgUQIRigAUjLIFDvB1jjHXABeACQAQCYAbIBoAH_B6oBAzMuNrgBA8gBAPgBAZgCCaAC8gfCAgoQABiwAxjWBBhHwgIGEAAYFhgewgILEAAYgAQYhgMYigXCAggQABiABBiiBMICBRAAGO8FwgIEECEYFcICBRAhGJ8FmAMAiAYBkAYIkgcDMi43oAeOJ7IHAzEuN7gH6wfCBwUyLTcuMsgHLg\u0026amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp\u0026amp;mstk=AUtExfDAHdX6qOsjxZBvu-Ofojg6m1KCbbHk3XIYSd1sL3kHFQoGr7YhUfQKG-BToSLCXGn77RwIlMvgDVtiUi1qZIBAQuEFMf7rAkTyU-32m_AzhJgZ7sBRVv5CtamHcmdedwCnVQdGPY7pJXHhgiZQs2eGz4r-d3X64-aSDEK67mwPLFAy6TfMH9vwv8aLuhkFNSACr1ST_y_0_IeiT4nkL4lxlniWgd1_FF1c-roHZtXq4cRi_-UAVe5Jmz_YxA4wdAPeLmb_VK3x6dh0R-lq5uqE\u0026amp;csui=3\" data-processed=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAEQAg\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjuobL-6cOPAxUKWkEAHU-PALIQgK4QegQIARAC\" class=\"GI370e\" data-wiz-rootname=\"sQeGi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYoichi\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the more delicate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Miyagikyo\u0026amp;sca_esv=99ccd84969507416\u0026amp;sxsrf=AE3TifPdNXv5doevqVbfrRiU_4RgOOaNnA%3A1757150946775\u0026amp;ei=4v67aJeLL8CzhbIPyPDh0QY\u0026amp;ved=2ahUKEwjuobL-6cOPAxUKWkEAHU-PALIQgK4QegQIARAD\u0026amp;uact=5\u0026amp;oq=about+nikka+whisky+summary\u0026amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiGmFib3V0IG5pa2thIHdoaXNreSBzdW1tYXJ5MgUQIRigAUjLIFDvB1jjHXABeACQAQCYAbIBoAH_B6oBAzMuNrgBA8gBAPgBAZgCCaAC8gfCAgoQABiwAxjWBBhHwgIGEAAYFhgewgILEAAYgAQYhgMYigXCAggQABiABBiiBMICBRAAGO8FwgIEECEYFcICBRAhGJ8FmAMAiAYBkAYIkgcDMi43oAeOJ7IHAzEuN7gH6wfCBwUyLTcuMsgHLg\u0026amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp\u0026amp;mstk=AUtExfDAHdX6qOsjxZBvu-Ofojg6m1KCbbHk3XIYSd1sL3kHFQoGr7YhUfQKG-BToSLCXGn77RwIlMvgDVtiUi1qZIBAQuEFMf7rAkTyU-32m_AzhJgZ7sBRVv5CtamHcmdedwCnVQdGPY7pJXHhgiZQs2eGz4r-d3X64-aSDEK67mwPLFAy6TfMH9vwv8aLuhkFNSACr1ST_y_0_IeiT4nkL4lxlniWgd1_FF1c-roHZtXq4cRi_-UAVe5Jmz_YxA4wdAPeLmb_VK3x6dh0R-lq5uqE\u0026amp;csui=3\" data-processed=\"true\" data-hveid=\"CAEQAw\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjuobL-6cOPAxUKWkEAHU-PALIQgK4QegQIARAD\" class=\"GI370e\" data-wiz-rootname=\"sQeGi\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMiyagikyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which produce a wide range of single malt and blended whiskies. Nikka blends Scotch-inspired techniques with Japanese precision, creating whiskies renowned for their complexity, balance, and unique character influenced by their distinct environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-processed=\"true\" class=\"\" data-wiz-rootname=\"ohfaMd\"\u003e\u003cspan data-processed=\"true\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" class=\"vKEkVd\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e45% ABV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3cl \/ 30ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Nikka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54524436840773,"sku":"4904230035725","price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/9495\/8661\/files\/4586315729_fd875a1b-ee29-4f9a-b156-fa16183ef5cb.jpg?v=1746551854"},{"product_id":"nikka-whisky-from-the-barrel-2017-3cl-sample","title":"Nikka Whisky From The Barrel (2017) 3cl Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 28px;\"\u003eNikka Whisky From The Barrel (2017) 3cl Sample\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNikka from the Barrel (51.4% ABV) is Nikka’s flagship whisky and the best-selling Japanese whisky in Europe. It is a blended whisky comprised of 60% Coffey Grain and 40% malts from Yoichi and Miyagikyo distilleries. The whiskies are aged for an average of 10 years, blended, then married for 3-6 months in barrels and bottled straight from the barrel. This technique gives the whisky its renowned name. Nikka was set up in 1934 by Masataka Taketsuru, the “Father of Japanese Whisky” – who travelled to Scotland in 1918-1920 to discover the secrets of whisky production. Nikka combines traditional Scottish whisky-making techniques with Japanese precision and attention to detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a deliciously, well-balanced whisky with notes of dried fruit, honey, coconut, spice, apple, smoke, and vanilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media\/vc\/db9b2733-1e1e-44ef-beeb-b816824c43ed.__CR0,0,970,300_PT0_SX970_V1___.jpg\" alt=\"Nikka whisky highball and perfect serve\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Nikka \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhisky is a Japanese company, founded in 1934 by\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-wiz-rootname=\"sQeGi\" class=\"GI370e\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjuobL-6cOPAxUKWkEAHU-PALIQgK4QegQIARAB\" data-hveid=\"CAEQAQ\" data-processed=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Masataka+Taketsuru\u0026amp;sca_esv=99ccd84969507416\u0026amp;sxsrf=AE3TifPdNXv5doevqVbfrRiU_4RgOOaNnA%3A1757150946775\u0026amp;ei=4v67aJeLL8CzhbIPyPDh0QY\u0026amp;ved=2ahUKEwjuobL-6cOPAxUKWkEAHU-PALIQgK4QegQIARAB\u0026amp;uact=5\u0026amp;oq=about+nikka+whisky+summary\u0026amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiGmFib3V0IG5pa2thIHdoaXNreSBzdW1tYXJ5MgUQIRigAUjLIFDvB1jjHXABeACQAQCYAbIBoAH_B6oBAzMuNrgBA8gBAPgBAZgCCaAC8gfCAgoQABiwAxjWBBhHwgIGEAAYFhgewgILEAAYgAQYhgMYigXCAggQABiABBiiBMICBRAAGO8FwgIEECEYFcICBRAhGJ8FmAMAiAYBkAYIkgcDMi43oAeOJ7IHAzEuN7gH6wfCBwUyLTcuMsgHLg\u0026amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp\u0026amp;mstk=AUtExfDAHdX6qOsjxZBvu-Ofojg6m1KCbbHk3XIYSd1sL3kHFQoGr7YhUfQKG-BToSLCXGn77RwIlMvgDVtiUi1qZIBAQuEFMf7rAkTyU-32m_AzhJgZ7sBRVv5CtamHcmdedwCnVQdGPY7pJXHhgiZQs2eGz4r-d3X64-aSDEK67mwPLFAy6TfMH9vwv8aLuhkFNSACr1ST_y_0_IeiT4nkL4lxlniWgd1_FF1c-roHZtXq4cRi_-UAVe5Jmz_YxA4wdAPeLmb_VK3x6dh0R-lq5uqE\u0026amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMasataka Taketsuru\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – the \"Father of Japanese Whisky\" – after he studied distilling in Scotland. The brand is known for its two distilleries, the maritime-style \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-wiz-rootname=\"sQeGi\" class=\"GI370e\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjuobL-6cOPAxUKWkEAHU-PALIQgK4QegQIARAC\" data-hveid=\"CAEQAg\" data-processed=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Yoichi\u0026amp;sca_esv=99ccd84969507416\u0026amp;sxsrf=AE3TifPdNXv5doevqVbfrRiU_4RgOOaNnA%3A1757150946775\u0026amp;ei=4v67aJeLL8CzhbIPyPDh0QY\u0026amp;ved=2ahUKEwjuobL-6cOPAxUKWkEAHU-PALIQgK4QegQIARAC\u0026amp;uact=5\u0026amp;oq=about+nikka+whisky+summary\u0026amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiGmFib3V0IG5pa2thIHdoaXNreSBzdW1tYXJ5MgUQIRigAUjLIFDvB1jjHXABeACQAQCYAbIBoAH_B6oBAzMuNrgBA8gBAPgBAZgCCaAC8gfCAgoQABiwAxjWBBhHwgIGEAAYFhgewgILEAAYgAQYhgMYigXCAggQABiABBiiBMICBRAAGO8FwgIEECEYFcICBRAhGJ8FmAMAiAYBkAYIkgcDMi43oAeOJ7IHAzEuN7gH6wfCBwUyLTcuMsgHLg\u0026amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp\u0026amp;mstk=AUtExfDAHdX6qOsjxZBvu-Ofojg6m1KCbbHk3XIYSd1sL3kHFQoGr7YhUfQKG-BToSLCXGn77RwIlMvgDVtiUi1qZIBAQuEFMf7rAkTyU-32m_AzhJgZ7sBRVv5CtamHcmdedwCnVQdGPY7pJXHhgiZQs2eGz4r-d3X64-aSDEK67mwPLFAy6TfMH9vwv8aLuhkFNSACr1ST_y_0_IeiT4nkL4lxlniWgd1_FF1c-roHZtXq4cRi_-UAVe5Jmz_YxA4wdAPeLmb_VK3x6dh0R-lq5uqE\u0026amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYoichi\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the more delicate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-wiz-rootname=\"sQeGi\" class=\"GI370e\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjuobL-6cOPAxUKWkEAHU-PALIQgK4QegQIARAD\" data-hveid=\"CAEQAw\" data-processed=\"true\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=Miyagikyo\u0026amp;sca_esv=99ccd84969507416\u0026amp;sxsrf=AE3TifPdNXv5doevqVbfrRiU_4RgOOaNnA%3A1757150946775\u0026amp;ei=4v67aJeLL8CzhbIPyPDh0QY\u0026amp;ved=2ahUKEwjuobL-6cOPAxUKWkEAHU-PALIQgK4QegQIARAD\u0026amp;uact=5\u0026amp;oq=about+nikka+whisky+summary\u0026amp;gs_lp=Egxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiGmFib3V0IG5pa2thIHdoaXNreSBzdW1tYXJ5MgUQIRigAUjLIFDvB1jjHXABeACQAQCYAbIBoAH_B6oBAzMuNrgBA8gBAPgBAZgCCaAC8gfCAgoQABiwAxjWBBhHwgIGEAAYFhgewgILEAAYgAQYhgMYigXCAggQABiABBiiBMICBRAAGO8FwgIEECEYFcICBRAhGJ8FmAMAiAYBkAYIkgcDMi43oAeOJ7IHAzEuN7gH6wfCBwUyLTcuMsgHLg\u0026amp;sclient=gws-wiz-serp\u0026amp;mstk=AUtExfDAHdX6qOsjxZBvu-Ofojg6m1KCbbHk3XIYSd1sL3kHFQoGr7YhUfQKG-BToSLCXGn77RwIlMvgDVtiUi1qZIBAQuEFMf7rAkTyU-32m_AzhJgZ7sBRVv5CtamHcmdedwCnVQdGPY7pJXHhgiZQs2eGz4r-d3X64-aSDEK67mwPLFAy6TfMH9vwv8aLuhkFNSACr1ST_y_0_IeiT4nkL4lxlniWgd1_FF1c-roHZtXq4cRi_-UAVe5Jmz_YxA4wdAPeLmb_VK3x6dh0R-lq5uqE\u0026amp;csui=3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMiyagikyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, which produce a wide range of single malt and blended whiskies. Nikka blends Scotch-inspired techniques with Japanese precision, creating whiskies renowned for their complexity, balance, and unique character influenced by their distinct environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-wiz-rootname=\"ohfaMd\" class=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vKEkVd\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e51.4% ABV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3cl\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54524440936773,"sku":"4904230100683","price":4.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/9495\/8661\/files\/4585020353_610959b3-3df6-44fd-909b-298c4f51ca26.jpg?v=1746551916"},{"product_id":"north-british-35-year-old-that-boutique-y-whisky-company-single-grain-scotch-whisky-3cl-sample","title":"North British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Single Grain Scotch Whisky 3cl Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 28px;\"\u003eNorth British 35 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) Single Grain Scotch Whisky 3cl Sample\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA mega dram of a sample available at Whisky Situation!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat Boutique-y Whisky Company is well known for its excellent independent bottlings, and its much adored label artwork designed by Emily Chappell, which is celebrated here as one of Boutique-y's Label Editions! This limited edition 700ml bottle contains a spectacular single grain whisky from the North British distillery that enjoyed a nice long 35-year stay in a refill hogshead. The label features a character seen on previous North British Boutique-y bottlings. He usually looks a bit sinister with his eye patch and white cat, but the lovely lilac background has softened that evil air, so he now looks rather friendly and approachable after all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA release of 329 bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.masterofmalt.com\/that-boutique-y-whisky-company\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThat Boutique-y Whisky Company\u003c\/a\u003e bottles limited edition whiskies from a variety of renowned distilleries as well as producing award-winning blends, all adorned with cultish graphic novel-style labels. The brand won Spirits Bottler of the Year at the 2023 Spirits Business Awards, and Blender of the Year went to Sam Simmons, captain of the Boutique-y clan who oversees every one of these releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose : Rice pudding, milky tea, vanilla cream and wafers, with pineapple cubes and mellow, buttery oak. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate : That mellow oak leads the way on the palate, with a mix of sweet and savoury spices and creamy vanilla custard. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish : Gristly, with old oak, rusk biscuits and distant pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout North British\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractically crowd-funded to provide an alternative source of grain, North British is today jointly owned by two of Scotland's largest distillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe North British (the archaic and somewhat disparaging term applied to post-Jacobite Scotland) distillery was founded in Edinburgh in 1885. Up until that point, Scotland’s blenders and spirit merchants could only buy their grain from DCL [see Cameronbridge]. In an attempt to break the monopoly, Andrew Usher, William Sanderson, John Crabbie and James Watson joined forces to build a new – and substantial – grain distillery in Gorgie, close to the Union Canal, the railway line, and the Caledonian distillery which had been absorbed into DCL the year before. A case of the last straw perhaps?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction started in 1887 from a single Coffey. Within three years capacity had doubled to three million gallons a year. Whisky-making ceased during the First World War, but production restarted in 1920. It was nursed cautiously through the tricky period of the 1930s, but blossomed once more post-WWII. By the 1960s it was making six million gallons a year (a figure which would double by the start of the following decade), and for a period, North British was the largest grain plant in Scotland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the 1960s it was still being run as a kind of co-operative with its shareholders including Robertson \u0026amp; Baxter, IDV, William Lawson, Macdonald Martin, Seagram and William Teacher. In 1993 its management was taken over by Lothian Distillers, an equal partnership between R\u0026amp;B [now Edrington Group] and IDV. The result of the merger between the latter and DCL (by that time called UD) in 1997, meant that North British was being jointly run by the firm which it had set up in opposition to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAhh, the irony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e45.8% ABV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3cl\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"North British","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54524441133381,"sku":"5052598302672","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/9495\/8661\/files\/4502072567_2d42d378-2564-4d6d-af85-0f83846074bb.jpg?v=1746551933"},{"product_id":"north-star-spirits-cameronbridge-31-year-old-single-cask-series-24-1992-2024-3cl-sample","title":"North Star Spirits Cameronbridge 31 Year Old Single Cask Series 24 1992 (2024) 3cl Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the premium quality of North Star Spirits Cameronbridge 31 Year Old Single Cask Series 24 1992 (2024) 3cl Sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose : \u003cspan\u003ePine resin, varnished wood \u0026amp; fresh rain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate : \u003cspan\u003eBanana skin, greek yoghurt \u0026amp; honey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish : \u003cspan\u003ePeanut butter on hot toast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Cameronbridge \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough there is little hard evidence, Robert Haig was said to have operated the earliest whisky distillery and certainly the earliest ever referenced. It was in 1655, that he was frowned upon by church elders for using his still on the Sabbath and was summoned to appear before the Kirk Session. In 1824, one of his descendents, John Haig, built the Cameron Bridge distillery in Windygates in the Lowlands and it was one of the first distilleries to produce grain whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Haig Gold blend was released around this time. John’s cousin, Robert Stein built the first continuous still. In 1877, Cameron Bridge merged with five whisky companies, forming Distillers Company Ltd and John Haig was one of the directors. In 1919, John Haig \u0026amp; Co was purchased by Distillers Company Ltd. During the early 1990s, £9 million was spent on renovating the distillery and it reopened in 2000. Cameron Bridge is, today, a decidedly colossal distillery with a capacity of over 30 million litres annually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single grain whisky is released from the distillery and bottled as Cameron Brig. There have been both independent releases as well as the official bottling. Today, Cameron Bridge is set for gin production following the closure of Gordon’s gin distillery in Essex. The Haig brand lives on today with the Dimple range of blended whiskies. Remember the motto, ‘don’t be vague, ask for Haig!’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout North Star Spirits \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAstronomy plays a massive part in the storytelling narrative of our core whisky range. Our vision is reflected in our company name. The North Star is the anchor of the northern sky. It is a landmark, or sky marker, that helps those who follow it determine direction as it glows brightly to guide and lead toward a purposeful destination. It also has a symbolic meaning, for the North Star depicts a beacon of inspiration and hope to many. North Star focuses its energies on the curiosities, peculiar oddities, and obscurities - whisky as it comes, straight from the cask and into a bottle - without any fancy tricks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45.9% ABV \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3cl \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cameronbridge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54524442476869,"sku":"856302000000","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/9495\/8661\/files\/4434908490.jpg?v=1744131605"},{"product_id":"north-star-spirits-campbeltown-whisky-chocolate-liqueur-soop-5cl-sample","title":"North Star Spirits Campbeltown Whisky Chocolate Liqueur Soop 5cl Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 28px;\"\u003eNorth Star Spirits Campbeltown Whisky Chocolate Liqueur Soop 5cl Sample\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eOriginally thought to be an April Fool's fake bottle that materialised into the real McCoy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eFrom North Star Spirits, this kitsch-y chocolate liqueur has been made using aged Campbeltown whisky and deluxe cocoa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChocolate liqueur with aged Campbeltown whisky, natural chocolate flavour, cocoa distillate, cocoa infusion, and vanilla extract.\u003cbr\u003eThe famous Campbell's soup labels were immortalised in Andy Warhol's pop art prints, and now they've been recreated once more, this time for a tasty chocolate-based offering from the clever folks at North Star Spirits. Campbeltown Soop combines a helping of aged Campbeltown whisky with natural chocolate flavour and chocolate distillate before infusing it with cocoa and vanilla. If you're anything like us, you'll be drooling already.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose : Rich cacao and silky dark chocolate lead the way, with a hint of roasted coffee nestling beneath. Vibrant vanilla develops in time, joined by toasted oak and syrupy flapjack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate : Like sucking a cube of really good quality milk chocolate, it's got all the creaminess and the cocoa, intertwined with butterscotch and shortbread. Chocolate fudge, Easter eggs, fondant truffles, milky cocoa, and buttered malt loaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish : Just a pinch of pepper arrives for the finish, but it remains shrouded by that silky chocolate goodness. It's superbly balanced and packed with chocolate character without being overly sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout North Star Spirits \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAstronomy plays a massive part in the storytelling narrative of our core whisky range. Our vision is reflected in our company name. The North Star is the anchor of the northern sky. It is a landmark, or sky marker, that helps those who follow it determine direction as it glows brightly to guide and lead toward a purposeful destination. It also has a symbolic meaning, for the North Star depicts a beacon of inspiration and hope to many. 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Named after the Ballantruan spring, which provides the distillery's water, these whiskies offer a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003esmoky, earthy, and creamy flavor profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, contrasting with the typical smooth Speyside style. 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He went against the traditional “grain” of the time and chose to distill his bourbon with a higher percentage of rye. This way of crafting bourbon was likely something he handed down to his son. And in turn, his grandson. That was Colonel R.B. Hayden who would justly name his bourbon after his Old Grand-Dad. The recipe today remains inspired by Basil’s original with complex flavors and an unmistakable spiciness. First bottled in 1882, very little has changed about it. 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Freshly cooked ham and burning logs are joined by a soft coastal character of sea spray and stony rock pools.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate : \u003cspan\u003eSharp and stony initially, with an intense minerality that quickly becomes sweet and rich – milky coffee, milk chocolate and spicy cinnamon gobstoppers. The spice grows, adding liquorice and stewed apple with cinnamon, along with heavy charcoal smoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish : \u003cspan\u003eSweet, spicy and very long. Cinnamon-spiced chocolate slowly fades to drying apple skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Port Askaig \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePort Askaig Islay Single Malt Whisky was created in 2009 by independent bottlers, Elixir Distillers. Though a small company, Elixir Distillers and its founders have been recognised globally by the prestigious International Wine and Spirits Competition for their commitment to the industry. 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And it’s this award-winning wheated recipe that continues to defy trends today. Rebel Bourbon is unapologetically original and brazenly bold. But don’t let its rough edges fool you. Rebel Bourbon whiskey goes down smooth, whether you prefer it neat, on the rocks, or mixed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more than 150 years, Rebel Bourbon has remained true to its rebellious roots. That’s probably why it feels right at home at Lux Row Distillers in Bardstown, Kentucky. Since 2018, the distillery has been making a name for itself in Bourbon Country by honoring tradition but doing whiskey differently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s not every day you visit a distillery with more than 18,000 square feet, six barrel warehouses at capacity, and a 43-foot custom copper still churning out bold spirits, including Rebel Bourbon and its partners-in-clrime Ezra Brooks, David Nicholson, and Blood Oath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a spirit as rebellious as yours? 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The nature of the extractives in the European oak (higher levels of tannin, powerful clove and resinous aromas) also needs a heavy spirit to achieve balance. American oak, on the other hand, adds and enhances sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo colour adjustment takes place at Macallan, meaning that each vatting needs to not only replicate the previous one in terms of aroma and taste, but must hit the same hue, despite every cask having a different tint. It is this understanding of the way in which colour is an indication of character which was behind whisky-maker Bob Dalgarno’s creation of the ‘1824 Range’ in 2013.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the original farm distilleries of Speyside, Macallan became legal in 1824 when Alexander Reid obtained (or was persuaded to obtain) one of the new licences issued after the passing of the 1823 Excise Act. In 1868, James Stuart took the lease and rebuilt the plant. His ownership ended in 1892, when he sold Macallan to one of the giants of Victorian distilling, Roderick Kemp, who had previously owned Talisker. Kemp’s descendants – in particular the Shiach family – retained ownership until the 1996 takeover by Highland Distillers (now Edrington).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant has continually been expanded from its original wooden shed with two stills. It was increased to five stills (two wash, three spirit) in 1954 and then more significantly in 1965 when a new stillhouse with seven stills was built. This process continued throughout the 1970s with the total number of stills reaching 21 by 1975.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a distillery which has become synonymous with the growth of single malt, it is worth remembering that Macallan has always been an important malt for blending. It wasn’t until the early 1980s, faced with a downturn in the market for fillings, that Macallan decided to focus more strongly on the then new single malt category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe management team of Allan Shiach, Frank Newlands, Hugh Mitcalfe and Willie Phillips oversaw a campaign which both positioned the malt as a 'first-growth whisky' it called 'the Cognac of whisky', while always retaining a somewhat bohemian and irreverent approach to advertising and promotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA firm belief in the fusion of the oily, heavy, new make style and ex-Sherry casks saw Macallan, under Edrington’s governance, become the first distillery to create so-called ‘bespoke’ casks: selecting specific trees (predominantly in northern Spain, though some American oak is specified), and then with Jerez-based cooper Tevasa specifying the length and nature of drying, type of coopering, the liquid used for seasoning (oloroso) and the duration of that process. Investment in wood has increased significantly in recent years, with a complex of massive warehouses being built on the estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn recent years, a greater emphasis has been placed on the nascent luxury whisky market with bottlings of 50- and 60-year-old Macallan in Lalique decanters, the creation of the Fine \u0026amp; Rare vintage range dating back to 1926, and the Masters of Photography series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis has not been without controversy. Its growing status as a collectable malt saw Macallan become the victim of fakers in the late 1990s. The subsequent investigation has, however, helped establish a methodology to check the authenticity of suspicious bottlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a whisky-making front, 2004 saw the introduction of Fine Oak, where American oak ex-Sherry casks and some ex-Bourbon casks were used in a mirror range to the ‘classic’ 100% ex-Sherry range. Though old Macallan lovers protested, the lighter, sweeter, flavour profile brought in new drinkers, mostly in new markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1824 Range, a four-strong series not carrying age statements which replaced some of the younger expressions in the portfolio, followed in 2013, using whisky colour as a communication and branding device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second stillhouse was brought back on stream in 2008, and in 2013 it was announced that a completely new, £100m distillery was to be built.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new distillery – a distinctive subterranean design – was commissioned on 9 November 2017 and opened officially in May 2018, at a final cost of £140m.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Signatory Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerthshire-based independent bottler and owner of Edradour distillery. Signatory is an independent bottler with a vigorous release policy, and usually some 50 different single malt expressions are available at any one time. Whiskies are bottled across a number of ranges, including the Un-chill Filtered Collection, the Cask Strength Collection and the Single Grain Collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSignatory bottling, bonding and office facilities are located in a building adjacent to Edradour distillery, near Pitlochry in Perthshire, which the company also owns. Signatory Vintage Scotch Whisky was established in 1988 by Andrew Symington, who had previously managed the prestigious Prestonfield House Hotel in Edinburgh. 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The wash still (which is direct fired) works as normal producing low wines, the strongest portion of which are directed to the spirit still charger. The remainder is redistilled in the intermediate still (which has a worm tub) and put into the feints receiver along with the heads and tails from the spirit still distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mix makes up 80% of the final charge, with the strong portion of low wines from the wash still making up the remaining 20%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnsurprisingly, the result is a highly complex new make that is collected at an average strength of 71-72% – lightly smoky, oily, fruity, delicately fragrant yet powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongrow is heavier and smokier – the malted barley obviously playing a significant part, but so does distillation in the direct-fired wash still and second distillation in the spirit still which has the worm tub. 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Maltings were re-opened in 1992 and while the combination of managing limited stocks – the result of the mothballed period and somewhat over-eager sales of what was left – it has taken a number of years to get the Springbank range fully balanced, which now it is. 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The mouthfeel is good, not overly textured but there's a creaminess there, and the finish lingers for a reasonable length, ending in dark chocolate and cherry liqueur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Springbank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpringbank is the only distillery in Scotland to malt, distil, mature and bottle on the same site. It manages to do this while operating a highly complex distillation regime, which creates three different styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe equipment at Springbank is resolutely old-style: an old Boby mill, an open-top cast-iron mash tun, wooden washbacks made from boatskin larch; and three stills, direct fire on one of them, a worm tub on another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe malt is handled in three ways to produce three contrasting whiskies – Springbank itself is medium-peated, Longrow is heavily peated, while Hazelburn has no peat at all. Ferments are very long – in excess of 100 hours; with low-gravities which both produces a low-strength wash and high levels of esters. This fruity base is then distilled in three different ways, depending on the style being produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpringbank is partially triple-distilled. The wash still (which is direct fired) works as normal producing low wines, the strongest portion of which are directed to the spirit still charger. The remainder is redistilled in the intermediate still (which has a worm tub) and put into the feints receiver along with the heads and tails from the spirit still distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mix makes up 80% of the final charge, with the strong portion of low wines from the wash still making up the remaining 20%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnsurprisingly, the result is a highly complex new make that is collected at an average strength of 71-72% – lightly smoky, oily, fruity, delicately fragrant yet powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongrow is heavier and smokier – the malted barley obviously playing a significant part, but so does distillation in the direct-fired wash still and second distillation in the spirit still which has the worm tub. 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The books show that Armour made 400 sma’ stills from 1811-1817, bringing him an income of £350 per year, and the surnames Reid and Mitchell appear in his detailed accounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike many smugglers, Reid didn’t survive long once he joined the legitimate trade and in 1837 he sold to his in-laws John and William Mitchell. The latter brother left in 1872 to join his other two brothers at Riechlachan, at which point John’s son Alexander joined Springbank [hence the J\u0026amp;A Mitchell still on the label].\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 19th and early 20th centuries were a boom time for Campbeltown. Thanks to a fast sea crossing to Glasgow and a small coal seam at nearby Machrihanish it became Scotland’s whisky capital. At some point or other there were 35 distilleries operational. The style tended to be medium- to heavy-bodied, with some smokiness and an oily texture (though each distillery would work its own variation on this theme).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distilling trade, however, collapsed in the 1920s. All of Scotland was affected with 50 distilleries closing, but Campbeltown was disproportionately affected, with only Springbank, Glen Scotia and Hazelburn surviving the Great Purge. By the 1960s only it and Glen Scotia were left.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is not to say it was not immune to the vagaries of the whisky trade. Despite beginning to build a reputation as a single malt, Springbank was mothballed between 1979 to 1987. On reopening, owner Hedley Wright [John Mitchell’s great-great grandson] made the momentous decision to no longer sell to blenders, but develop single malt sales. Maltings were re-opened in 1992 and while the combination of managing limited stocks – the result of the mothballed period and somewhat over-eager sales of what was left – it has taken a number of years to get the Springbank range fully balanced, which now it is. 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Best enjoyed after dinner or with your favourite cigar, this is a true classic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlenty of sherry notes and spice, dried fruits, and nuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 20px;\"\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose : Springbank’s gentle giant. This dram is big and bold with notes of cured meat, barbecued beef jerky, clove, mint, iodine, oxo cube and tinned prunes all evident from the Oloroso cask maturation, while lobster creels hint at Springbank’s characteristic maritime influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate : The peaty character is now evident with sooty kiln smoke and tobacco leaves prominent in this viscous tipple alongside prunes, walnuts, figs, Demerara sugar, cocoa powder and smoked meats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish : The finish grows and develops with notes of soot, leather and walnuts prominent before easing off like the ebbing tide over one of Kintyre’s pebble beaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Springbank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpringbank is the only distillery in Scotland to malt, distil, mature and bottle on the same site. It manages to do this while operating a highly complex distillation regime, which creates three different styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe equipment at Springbank is resolutely old-style: an old Boby mill, an open-top cast-iron mash tun, wooden washbacks made from boatskin larch; and three stills, direct fire on one of them, a worm tub on another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe malt is handled in three ways to produce three contrasting whiskies – Springbank itself is medium-peated, Longrow is heavily peated, while Hazelburn has no peat at all. Ferments are very long – in excess of 100 hours; with low-gravities which both produces a low-strength wash and high levels of esters. This fruity base is then distilled in three different ways, depending on the style being produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpringbank is partially triple-distilled. 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Maltings were re-opened in 1992 and while the combination of managing limited stocks – the result of the mothballed period and somewhat over-eager sales of what was left – it has taken a number of years to get the Springbank range fully balanced, which now it is. 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It manages to do this while operating a highly complex distillation regime, which creates three different styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe equipment at Springbank is resolutely old-style: an old Boby mill, an open-top cast-iron mash tun, wooden washbacks made from boatskin larch; and three stills, direct fire on one of them, a worm tub on another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe malt is handled in three ways to produce three contrasting whiskies – Springbank itself is medium-peated, Longrow is heavily peated, while Hazelburn has no peat at all. Ferments are very long – in excess of 100 hours; with low-gravities which both produces a low-strength wash and high levels of esters. This fruity base is then distilled in three different ways, depending on the style being produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpringbank is partially triple-distilled. The wash still (which is direct fired) works as normal producing low wines, the strongest portion of which are directed to the spirit still charger. The remainder is redistilled in the intermediate still (which has a worm tub) and put into the feints receiver along with the heads and tails from the spirit still distillation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mix makes up 80% of the final charge, with the strong portion of low wines from the wash still making up the remaining 20%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnsurprisingly, the result is a highly complex new make that is collected at an average strength of 71-72% – lightly smoky, oily, fruity, delicately fragrant yet powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLongrow is heavier and smokier – the malted barley obviously playing a significant part, but so does distillation in the direct-fired wash still and second distillation in the spirit still which has the worm tub. 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Maltings were re-opened in 1992 and while the combination of managing limited stocks – the result of the mothballed period and somewhat over-eager sales of what was left – it has taken a number of years to get the Springbank range fully balanced, which now it is. 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You could call it a star of a distillery. But that would be lame. So instead we're just going to tell what you probably already suspected: yes, Unexpeated has some peat in it. Specifically, it was finished in super-peated Islay whisky barrels to bring together two completely different worlds in one tasty whisky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose : The nose is very tropical and fruity, with medicinal peat, cacao, and toasted oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate : Juicy red berries, coastal saltiness, toffee apple, milk chocolate, and hints of smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish : Rich and earthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Starward \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Vitale grew up in a large Italian family in multicultural Melbourne, well known for its innovative food culture. You could almost say that Melbourne is obsessed with food. David ultimately set his mind on making an Australian whiskey. Since winemakers have already managed to create a piece of the old world in Australia, why shouldn't the same be possible for whiskey? In addition, wine barrels have previously been used to either store or finish whiskey. Of course, David had to try it and after a few attempts he was successful. For its whiskeys, Starward uses Australian malted barley that is fermented with brewer's yeast. It gives the whiskeys a fruity aroma. The wine barrels used for storage are selected very carefully and are always full of aromas. In the final step, the whiskeys are only stored in Melbourne for three years. With arctic winds from the south and dry winds from the desert, Melbourne can experience all four seasons in just one day. Due to the strong temperature differences, the whiskey reacts much faster in the barrel than would be the case in Scotland. As Melbourne is also warmer, the whiskey tends to increase in alcohol content during storage rather than decreasing over time. 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Now you can!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe decanter is filled with a mixture of Yamazaki and Hakushu whisky as is Suntory Royal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Suntory \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe House of Suntory is a House of Japanese artisans, crafting world-class spirits, inspired by Japanese nature and mastered with Japanese craft. In addition to our luxury brands \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/house.suntory.com\/yamazaki-whisky\"\u003eYamazaki\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/house.suntory.com\/hakushu-whisky\"\u003eHakushu\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/house.suntory.com\/chita-whisky\"\u003eChita\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/house.suntory.com\/hibiki-whisky\"\u003eHibiki\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, we also have \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/house.suntory.com\/toki-whisky\"\u003eSuntory Whisky Toki\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/house.suntory.com\/roku-gin\"\u003eRoku Gin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/house.suntory.com\/haku-vodka\"\u003eHaku Vodka\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as premium offerings. We do more than create high-quality spirits; we embody the Japanese philosophy and traditions that are a full expression of everything we make.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt House of Suntory, we’ve been pioneering fine Japanese whisky since 1923, and invite you to celebrate this exciting milestone with us. The House of Suntory was built on a singular dream – founder Shinjiro Torii wanted to enrich the lives of the Japanese people, and so he grew into an entrepreneur, maker and doer. Inspired by the riches of Japan’s nature, he chose the Yamazaki area for its reputed soft water, unique climate and beautiful seasons—all of which would contribute to the distinctive Japanese character of Suntory whiskies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShinjiro achieved his dream to “create an original Japanese Whisky blessed with the riches of Japanese nature and ‘Monozukuri’ craftsmanship.” Today, that vision continues, and The House of Suntory now represents a House of Japanese Culture—a rich experience and homage to Japan in every bottle, ready to be discovered by the world as we enter our second millennium. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e43% ABV\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3cl\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suntory","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54524524626245,"sku":"000237","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/9495\/8661\/files\/4483684381_943865f3-95d5-431e-881a-eb501da1d09f.jpg?v=1746553082"},{"product_id":"talisker-8-year-old-2021-diageo-special-release-cask-strength-single-malt-whisky-3cl-sample","title":"Talisker 8 Year Old 2021 Diageo Special Release Cask Strength Single Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky  3cl Sample","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDiscover the premium quality of Talisker 8 Year Old 2021 Diageo Special Release Cask Strength Single Malt Whisky 3cl Sample.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tab-panel-panels\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"Product-Panel-Description\" class=\"panel rte scroll-trigger animate--slide-in\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"Product-Tab-Description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalisker was founded by two brothers, Hugh and Kenneth MacAskill in 1830 and until 1928 practised triple distillation. The distillery was rebuilt after being destroyed by fire in November 1960, including commissioning identical stills to those that had been destroyed in the fire. In 1998 it was part of Diageo's Classic Malts original line up and in 2014 it became the 10th best selling single malt in the world and demand keeps growing. Recent releases include Talisker Skye and Talisker Neist Point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the superb selection of whiskies from Diageo's 2021 Special Releases, this expression is a Talisker single malt which has matured for eight years. It's a bold and vibrant expression, having been matured in heavily peated refill casks, meaning this one packs a peaty punch – though you'll also find plenty of mouth-watering fruit notes in there too. The theme of Diageo's 2021 Special Releases is Legends Untold, and the bottlings all feature references to stories (real and imagined) surrounding the distillery. Given Talisker's coastal home on the isle of Skye, it should come as no surprise to see a rather imposing sea monster upon its label!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose : Sweet notes initially, vanilla and sponge cake and then bonfires on the beach with salty seaweed notes. There’s stone fruit fruitiness here too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate : Lots of black pepper with smoke, heather and honey notes and peaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish : Black pepper and chilli with a little caramel. Long and fiery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Talisker \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTalisker is a single malt Scotch whisky from the oldest distillery on the Isle of Skye, known for its rugged, maritime character, and signature flavors of smoke, sea salt, and pepper. Established in 1830 by the MacAskill brothers, its wild nature reflects its remote island home, offering a distinctive taste that balances peppery spice, sweet fruit, and rich, smoky depths. 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M\u0026amp;H territory for strength after 9 years. You can almost taste the sediment and wood from the barrel. One of the woodiest whiskies we have ever tasted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe imagined dicing fresh green apples on a bamboo chopping board in a wood-carving workshop with the aromas of pine sap, sawdust and wood glue filling the air. On the palate, plenty of vanilla and brown sugar to start before a little dry menthol bitterness appeared and, in the finish, cracked black pepper. Diluted, we discovered an exotic fragrant wood scent alongside oil paints and wax crayons before we enjoyed a slice of walnut loaf with hazelnut chocolate spread and a glass of amaro Italian herbal liqueur. Following 14 months in a new oak charred barrel, this whisky was transferred into a first fill ex-bourbon barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout The English Distillery \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt a time when world-class Whisky made in England was unthinkable, our father and son founders took a chance and kick-started a category. In 2006, The English Distillery became England’s first registered, operational whisky distillery for over 100 years. When our founders built the distillery at the Norfolk site, they chose a spot directly above a source of sweet, mineral-rich water; the same water that’s made our whisky every day since 2006. Norfolk’s microclimate is optimal for barrel ageing, with clean air, mild winters, and dry summers. Every drop of ‘The English’ is aged in carefully selected barrels onsite. Still family-owned and not beholden to investors, we are passionate about using traditional, slow processes to ensure every drop of whisky is made the right way, whilst continually trialling to get the best results with a varied and well-aged stock. This approachable, exceptional portfolio is designed to invite discovery so that you will find something you love. All the whiskies are loved by customers and judges worldwide, achieving the ‘World’s Best Single Malt’ in the 2024 World Whiskies Awards, a three-star award in the 2025 Great Taste Awards and Gold at The 2025 IWSC Awards. This recognition is a testament to our passion, craft and over 18 years of distilling excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout SMWS \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) was founded in 1983 by a group of friends lead by tax accountant Phillip ‘Pip’ Hills as a private members club. 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Slyrs paved the way as did St Kilians as did many others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ox are strong without puns ... Some excellent cask finishes are guaranteed to impress. This is one of them for a really reasonable price also.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTradition and passion for extraordinary single malt whisky from Bavaria. Our classic matures for several years in selected Spanish sherry casks until it is finally bottled as a full-bodied, fruity whisky. 100% made in Germany\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpanish Oloroso 1st Fill casks ensure a rich influence on this already tasty single malt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout The OX Distillery \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ox distillery is a family owned company in the little village of Wenighösbach, east of Aschaffenburg. The restaurant 'Zum Ochsen' opened to the public in 1921, the same year the first spirits were distilled. 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Every little ml here helps us to have a nicer time wherever we are. Good strength at 44 and very moreish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose : Heaps of fresh peach, floral notes of lychee, a touch of chalky flint, and honeyed sourdough are backed by flaky sultana pastries, a touch of banana, and oily, waxy malt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate : More of that sweet peach and stone fruit character, with candied pineapple and milk bottle sweeties in tow. Silky layers of vanilla cream cushion a sprinkle of savoury spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish : Vanilla shortbread, candle wax, a touch of tangy citrus, and pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Thompson Bros \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThompson Bros. is a Scottish independent whisky bottler and distillery founded by brothers Philip and Simon Thompson, known for their high-quality, unique whiskies and traditional methods\u003cspan\u003e. They select casks from other distilleries and also produce their own spirit at their Dornoch-based facility, offering a range of blended Scotch whiskies and a highly-regarded organic gin. The company emphasizes transparency, creativity, and a deep respect for whisky tradition, often featuring distinctive bottle designs and innovative concepts like blind tastings to appeal to whisky enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e44.5% abv\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3cl\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thompson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54524549005637,"sku":"000173","price":4.59,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/9495\/8661\/files\/4491599333_98b43399-942d-4151-86d2-5cea87727256.jpg?v=1746553433"},{"product_id":"tomatin-2006-fino-sherry-cask-13-year-old-limited-edition-speyside-single-malt-whisky-3cl-sample","title":"Tomatin 2006 Fino Sherry Cask 13 Year Old Limited Edition Highland Single Malt Whisky (2019) 3cl Sample","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 28px;\"\u003eTomatin 2006 Fino Sherry Cask 13 Year Old Limited Edition Speyside Single Malt Whisky 3cl (2019) Sample\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis whisky came to be in 2006 at the Tomatin Distillery. It spent a total of thirteen years in-cask, the latter half of which took place in Fino sherry butts. Those nutty Fino notes are abundant in the nose, while the palate provides baked sourdough and apple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose : Fresh, oily malt and rich nuts, with fresh, ripe plum and touches of pear skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate : Frangipane and subtle undertones of dried herbs, followed by fresh bread, flamed lemon peel and mace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish : Spiced, cooked apple lingers alongside a touch of balsamic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Tomatin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner-content-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"introduction\"\u003eAlways an intense, high-toned and fruity spirit (its oldest expressions move into the realms of tropical fruits).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pagenav js-fixed\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"company-profile__item company-profile__profile\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is Tomatin’s much improved wood policy which has brought it to the notice of single malt lovers. A higher percentage of first-fill casks – ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry – has given more flesh and structure to the always top-notch spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the first manifestation of Tomatin only ran between 1897 and 1906, its reopening under new management in 1909 saw the start of a remarkable journey which would culminate in this remote Highland outpost in between Aviemore and Inverness becoming the largest malt whisky distillery in Scotland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts expansion (and contraction) mirrors accurately the mood of the industry: from two stills to four in 1956, four to six in ‘58, an upping to 11 in ’61 and then in 1974 the most dramatic expansion of all, with 12 stills being installed, bringing the total to 23 and overall capacity to 10m litres per annum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt couldn’t last. Even in 1974 the first indications of a downturn in Scotch’s fortunes were being noticed. Tomatin never ran at full capacity and in 1986 went into liquidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe site was saved however by two of its Japanese bulk customers, Takara Shuzo and Okura \u0026amp; Co [Okura’s stake was taken by Marubeni in 1998], making it the first Scotch distillery to be under Japanese control.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere has been a slow but steady recalibration ever since. The company bought blending firm J\u0026amp;W Hardie in 1997, adding the prestigious Antiquary blend to its portfolio. Eleven of the stills were taken out of commission in 2000 and today only 2m litres are produced from six wash and four spirit stills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other major change has been a shift in emphasis from bulk supply to single malt (as well as Antiquary) – again Tomatin is mirroring the market's continuing evolution. 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Matured entirely in oloroso sherry casks for a minimum of 15 years, there are just 6,000 bottles of this decadent single malt, which was bottled at 50% ABV non-chill filtered, and with natural colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCù Bòcan 15 Year Old takes us back to where it all began, when Cù Bòcan first started producing lightly peated spirit in the midst of winter. Matured fully in Oloroso Sherry casks for a minimum of 15 years, this is a decadent Single Malt with sun dried fruits and smoky exotic spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s really surprising: for a distillery that holds the title of the highest distillery in Scotland, a distillery buried in snowy, barren ranges and moors, Tomatin has produced one of the sunniest and most exotic of whiskies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cù Bòcan range is produced in limited batches in the middle of winter of lightly peated barley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCù Bòcan 15 Year Old - 2023 Edition is a Highland lightly peated single malt, aged in oloroso sherry casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has flavours of sun-dried fruit, smoky exotic spices, Seville marmalade, dark chocolate and Jamaican ginger cake and comes at a strength of 50% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is natural colour and non-chill filtered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis subtly smoky and sweet whisky can be described in one word – decadent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose : Sultanas, marmalade, nutmeg, and the smoke from an autumn bonfire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate : More dried fruit and flamed orange peel with caramel, coffee, and smoked BBQ rub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish : Christmas cake and creosote.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Tomatin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"banner-content-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"introduction\"\u003eAlways an intense, high-toned and fruity spirit (its oldest expressions move into the realms of tropical fruits).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pagenav js-fixed\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"company-profile__item company-profile__profile\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is Tomatin’s much improved wood policy which has brought it to the notice of single malt lovers. 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Crafted for bartenders and whiskey lovers alike, this 104-proof, non-chill filtered whiskey is a blend of four distinct Kentucky Straight Whiskeys: Bourbon, Wheated Bourbon, Double Oak, and Rye. Designed to elevate cocktails with concentrated flavors and robust structure, Overproof is perfect for those who enjoy higher-proof spirits both at the bar and at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new sleek bottle design is built with functionality in mind, making it ideal for the fast-paced bar environment while maintaining the distillery’s commitment to style and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its 90\/10 blend of bourbon to rye, this whiskey is versatile, adding body and texture to any cocktail. 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While the distillery’s iconic square-rectangular bottle has served well for collectors, back bars and retail shelves, it has faced limitations in the fast-paced bar environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This new bottle design is more than just a visual update; it’s a nod to the modern needs of bartenders and whiskey lovers who value both functionality and style,” said Robert Krass, Managing Director at Town Branch Distillery. “We’re also proud to offer a whiskey that not only excels in concept but also meets the evolving preferences of today’s drinkers.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whiskey is a meticulously crafted blend of four distinct Kentucky Straight Whiskeys: Bourbon Whiskey, Wheated Bourbon Whiskey, Double Oak Whiskey, and Rye Whiskey. This blend delivers a rich and complex profile that sets it apart from traditional Bourbon and Rye, offering a bold yet nuanced drinking experience. Presented at 104 proof, Town Branch Overproof Whiskey is designed to enhance cocktails with concentrated flavors, providing body, texture, and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“We designed this whiskey with bartenders and the amazing drinks they craft in mind. The 90\/10 blend of bourbon to rye was formulated with the versatility in mind to be poured into any cocktail, which we hope inspires the continued exploration of new, higher proof creations,” said Mark Lyons, CEO and the seventh generation of the Lyons’ family heritage in brewing, distilling and cooperage.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the concept of an American Blend for the American Bartender, Town Branch Overproof Whiskey offers consumers access to a unique blend of specialty whiskeys at a price point that makes it a compelling choice for an everyday drinker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 20px;\"\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNose : Caramel, Molasses, Apricots, Cocoa, Oak and Spice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePalate : Deep Oak, Dried Ginger, Clove, Cinnamon, Honey, Brown Sugar, Marzipan, Raisins and Herbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish : Gentle long finish with full mouthfeel of overripe fruit, toasted oak, \u0026amp; sweet earthiness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Town Branch Distillery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated in Lexington, Kentucky, Town Branch Distillery is notable as the first new distillery to open in the city since Prohibition. 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