This vintage single malt embodies the pinnacle of Sherry-matured elegance. Master Distiller Billy Walker meticulously chose three Pedro Ximénez and two Oloroso casks from an impressive collection of ultra-aged stocks. The combination of vintage Sherry puncheons and hogsheads has crafted a singularly magnificent single malt, rich with forest fruits, gooey chocolate fondant, and wild Scottish honey flavours. The GlenAllachie 30 Year Old (Batch 4) is presented with integrity; at its cask strength of 49.1%, without added colouring or chill filtration, allowing the exceptional spirit within to speak for itself.
Tasting Note by GlenAllachie:Nose: Dark chocolate, honeycomb and raisin butter, with hints of muscovado sugar, plum syrup and glazed almonds.Palate: Rich cocoa, heather honey and chocolate raisins, followed by baking spices and molasses, with notes of Black Forest gâteau, grape must and orchard fruits.
This superb single malt hails from the Glenfarclas distillery, having spent a remarkable 30 years maturing to perfection. This extended aging process has yielded a whisky with a fantastically full-bodied and immensely satisfying Sherry-influenced flavor profile, making it an all-around awesome and exceptional expression.
Tasting Note by Glenfarclas:Nose: Full of complex aromas with fruit and sherried malty tones.Palate: With Sherry, cognac, brandy, fruit, nuts, marzipan (and even icing), this is a wonderfully indulgent Christmas cake, in a glass!Finish: A whisky you never want to end and it very nearly doesn’t. The finish is exquisite with a real taste of brunt chocolate at the back of your mouth.
The latest addition to Bunnahabhain's core range, this inaugural 30-year-old batch is a testament to our craft. It matures exclusively in coastal ex-sherry casks, remains unaltered with non-chill filtration and natural color, resulting in a rich, sweet dram.
Three decades of patience and meticulous care, shaped by Bunnahabhain Bay's salty air, go into crafting this whisky under our Distillery Manager's watchful eye. It offers notes of strawberries, cream, honey nut cereals, rich toffee, and a finish of salted caramel and light spices. This is a limited first batch release that's not to be missed.
Tasting Note by Bunnahabhain:Nose: Aromas of butterscotch, beeswax and sweet sherry.Palate: Strawberries and cream dominate the palate, gradually developing into honey nut cereals and an abundance of rich toffee.Finish: Notes of sweetened Jamaican coffee and oak wood.
In the creation of The Balvenie Thirty, the esteemed Malt Master David C. Stewart MBE unites casks made from Traditional American and European oak, each having matured for multiple decades. This meticulous blend yields a whisky of unparalleled sweetness and intricate complexity.
The Balvenie Thirty unveils its velvety sweetness, leading to a symphony of rich honeyed notes, mellowness from the oak, and subtle hints of candied orange peel. It stands as a testament to the artistry and dedication that comes with three decades of maturation.
Tasting Note by Balvenie:Nose: Smooth and honeyed on the nose with mellow oaky tones and hints of candied orange peel.Palate: Great depth with rich dark chocolate, hints of plum, marzipan and caramelised pear.Finish: Exceptionally smooth and warming with gentle spice and lingering sweetness.
