Arran Sauternes Cask Finish Single Malt Whisky
- 70cl 50% ...

In this Smugglers Series Vol.3 The Exciseman Arran conclude their popular series which pays tribute to the exuberant character of those striving to outwit the Governments representatives in the pursuit of the production of the famed Arran Waters. The Madeira casks used in this final volume, are similar to the ones utilised by Arrans illicit distillers, who often stored & transported locally produced whisky in old Madeira casks brought over from the continent by their smuggling counterparts. The Quarter Casks are a nod to the type of small casks which would have been the easiest to transport. The resulting liquid is complex, full of character & a wonderful way to end a series which has so perfectly paid tribute to the independent characters of Arran over the centuries. NOSE: The rich honeyed character is immediate on the nose, luxuriously decadent. The fresh coastal character is also evident. Apples, vanilla & a touch of spice are also subtly present with a hint of toasted oak. PALATE: It coats the tongue & the notes of apple & vanilla are in abundance. No hint of dryness on the palate, it grows in sweet intensity & provides a rounded mouth feel. The addition of water opens up the complexity beautifully & reveals a lighter sweetness of candied lemon. FINISH: Long, luxurious & yet delightfully fresh. The notes of apple & citrus give a lightness of character whilst the body remains solidly complex & robust. A typical Arran with an added layer of sweetness. ...

The first release in a new series from the Arran distillery! The Smugglers' Series Volume 1 (The Illicit Stills) is an homage to the history of less-than-legal distillation on the Isle of Arran in the 18th & 19th century. The single malt Scotch whisky is crafted from a selection of their malts, including unpeated & heavily peated stock, whisky matured in old bourbon barrels & whisky fully-matured in Port pipes! A fantastically presented expression
- 8, 700 bottles were produced. Nose: Packed with dried fruit, floral wafts & light BBQ embers. Subtle coastal elements too. Palate: Peat warmth really starts to build up here, alongside robust Christmas spices. Hints of Sherried plums & a touch of apple. Finish: Long & full, with plenty of smoke.
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The second bottling in the Smugglers' Series from the Arran distillery (the first one proved rather popular indeed!). This one has been matured in a combination of rum casks & first-fill bourbon barrels
- 8, 700 bottles were produced. Absolutely brilliantly presented once again! Nose: Fresh baked bread, chili pepper, spiced rum, yellow apple, glazed ham. Palate: Chili pepper, brown sugar, bread pudding with bourbon sauce, caramel, slight spearamint, baked yellow apples. Finish: Brown sugar, chili pepper, bread rolls, vanilla, warm apple pie with ice cream, apple cider, funky rum.
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For Arran's Second White Stag release, the tasting panel chose cask no: 1996/1335 as the second ever official bottling of the White Stag, which was released in November 2016 to the community of the Arran friends worldwide. Distilled on the 23.09.96 & bottled on the 04.10.16, this single sherry butt has been slumbering in Lochranza for 20 years. This is a very sought after release, chosen exclusively by White Stags on behalf of the whole community. Nose: Savoury wood spice, citrus oranges, black cherries & figs. Palate: More fruit, vanilla, allspice & smoke emerging beneath the surface. Finish: A long delightful finish that goes beyond expectations! Orange, cherry, fig lingering....... ...

This Blanco rum is versatile & delicious
- can be drunk straight & is a very lovely addition to cocktails. ...

Auchentoshan 12 Year Old Cask Noir Picnic on the Corner of the Field Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- 70cl 58.6% ...

Every last drop of this spectacular Scotch is triple distilled then matured for over twelve years. This Lowland Single Malt Whisky has the tempting aroma of toasted almonds, caramelised toffee & Auchentoshan's signature smooth delicate taste. Nose: Nice aroma of malt, savoury spices, fruit, butterscotch, overripe citrus & a general oily earthiness. It’s not super complex, but it has a nice weight to it that makes it come across as bold. Palate: Similar to the nose the palate comes across oily & filled with notes of malt, overripe fruit, savoury spice, butterscotch & brown butter along with a touch of vanilla & that same general oily earthiness. Finish: Medium length & malty with notes of buttered toast & toffee ...

Expect a refreshing Lowland whisky, ripe orchard fruits & deep roasted nuts are present, rounded off with Auchentoshan's signature smooth, lingering finish. Matured for over eighteen years, this Lowland Single Malt whisky is remarkably refreshing with notes of ripe citrus & green tea coming to the fore, leaving you with the warmth of toasted almonds. It really is quite good. ...

Auchentoshan 1988 Pedro Ximenez Sherry Cask Finish 29 Year Old
- 70cl 49.7% ...