The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 1, 2024

As the Marketing & PR Manager here at Whisky.Auction , I get to handle incredible rare and old bottles every day. We could sit here and tell you all about the shiniest and most expensive bottles at auction, and we will, of course, do that. Those bottles that get the whisky geek within us excited.

Bottling 97

Bottling Wine Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 97

The Whiskey Wash

JULY 28, 2024

Launching the new Benriach portfolio in 2020 was an incredibly proud moment for me in my career. Credit: Benriach Benriach 1966 Cask Aged 50 Years is the first whisky from the distillery to be bottled at 50 years old and comprises the finest portrayal of Benriach’s signature fruit-laden style, with deep complexity and luxurious refinement.

Highball 98

Highball Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 98

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 14, 2024

points Added to Ardbeg ’s core range in 2020, the Ardbeg Wee Beastie 5 Year Old is a young single malt that packs a powerful punch. The whisky was matured in both ex-bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks and bottled at 47.4% Originally bottled and sold in the 1970s, the 10 year old disappeared from Ardbeg’s core range in the early 1990s.

Bottling 89

Bottling Wine Whiskey Scotch Whiskey 89

The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 12, 2024

Blue Label limited-editions and variant blends constitute the majority of the Johnnie Walker brand’s premium special-edition releases – with approximately 300 different Blue Label bottlings. Each Blue Label bottling is numbered serially, and packaged in a silk-lined presentation box accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

Bottling 97

Bottling Club Bar Scotch Whiskey 97

The Whiskey Wash

JULY 10, 2024

However, despite the accessibility of The Glenlivet ’s modern core range, the distillery has also seen a number of old and rare bottlings hit the secondary market. One such bottling is The Glenlivet 1955 27 Year Old Duthie For Samaroli. The bottle is also notable for the involvement of scotch-bottling legends Samaroli and Duthie.

Bottling 96

Bottling Liqueur Alcohol Wine 96

The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 4, 2024

John Walker’s son, Alexander Walker originally created Johnnie Walker Black Label Alexander Walker was responsible for many innovations at Johnnie Walker, including the square bottle. This decision was initially made to enable more bottles to be packed in a small space for transport during export, and to reduce breakages.

Bottling 98

Bottling Alcohol Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 98

The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 21, 2024

For example, 1966 is considered to be one of the best vintages from Springbank Distillery , with bottles such as the Springbank 1966 Local Barley inspiring bidding wars when they appear at auction. Let’s see what Serge thought of the 1972 Ledaig bottled by James MacArthur in 1990. And, they both ended up on Serge’s ‘ Winner’s List ’.

Bottling 97

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 97

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 18, 2024

However, variety is the spice of life, and as tasty as bourbon is other products in the whisky and spirits world will probably get your pulse racing as fast as a bottle of George T. But it is down to a lot more than some clever marketing and the nicest-looking bottle on the planet (in my opinion). That takes some effort. BUY NOW: $275.06

Rum 105

Rum Whiskey Bottling Alcohol 105

The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The Glen Scotia 2016 8 Year Old is limited to just 210 bottles. In a collaboration between Glen Scotia Distillery , located in Campbeltown , and The Maclean Foundation , 210 bottles of a single cask release will be sold to raise funds for clean water projects. Each bottle sold will provide one person with clean water for life.

Bottling 94

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 94

The Whiskey Wash

JULY 12, 2024

Bottled at 40% ABV, the blended scotch whisky was created to honor the five Master Blenders who had stewardship over the brand prior to the current Master Blender, Sandy Hyslop. Dewar’s Double Double range has made waves in the world of blended whisky since its introduction in 2020.

Bottling 103

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 103

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 17, 2024

Below is a list of official bottles and single-barrel expressions that are wonderful but once they’re gone, that’s it. Official bottlings of whiskies from distilleries that offer you, the drinker, the best value possible, are the products you’ll want to keep replacing. Ardnamurchan AD Single Malt, 46.8% Is this a bad thing?

Whiskey 94

Whiskey Bottling Scotch Whiskey 94

The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Currently, you can pick up a bottle in the US for $45. In the UK, prices for a 70cl bottle start at around 40. Presented in a beautiful bottle with a gold theme carried throughout, the bottle stands out on the shelf and has an appearance of luxury. Theres always a bottle in my collection.

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Bottling Whiskey Scotch Whiskey 71

The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 22, 2024

In scotch whisky new releases this week, Ardbeg unveils its Ardbeg Day release, Dewar’s is in partnership with the U.S. Strathearn’s inaugural single malt hits the market, and there is a new bottling in the Timorous Beastie Cheese Cellar Collection. Let’s take a look at the latest scotch whiskies to hit the shelves.

Bottling 84

Bottling Whiskey Wine Scotch Whiskey 84

The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

A multi-award-winning release, The Glendronach 21 Year Old helped establish the brand’s reputation as the quintessential Highland malt when the expression was named the ‘Best Highland Single Malt’ at the World Whisky Awards 2020. Purportedly, those drinking the Parliament 21 Year Old in 2020 were actually enjoying a 27 Year Old whisky.

Bottling 52

Bottling Liquor Infusions Wine 52

Tasting High

JUNE 6, 2021

The texture and aroma are derived from its unique production from the blend of Grain and Single Pot still whiskey, as similar to the single malt whiskey (mash of malted and un-malted barley), small amount of Oats and wheat may have been used at time. It is good to go neat straight out of the bottle.

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Whiskey Scotch Whiskey Wine Infusions 52

The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 13, 2024

We’ll delve into the Urquhart family’s four generations of leadership, their pioneering role in the single malt revolution, and the landmark bottlings that have cemented their place in whisky history. Additionally, we’ll examine the opening of The Cairn Distillery and a dedicated gin distillery.

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Gin Bottling Whiskey Wine 52

The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The bottle will be available to selected locations via ballot, with entries accepted from 12 noon GMT on 20th February. For international customers, the bottle will be available in selected online boutiques from late February 2024. Bottled at 44.8% You can register your interest in the Macallan Home Collection, River Spey here.

Bottling 52

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 52

The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Currently, you can pick up a bottle in the US for $45. In the UK, prices for a 70cl bottle start at around 40. Presented in a beautiful bottle with a gold theme carried throughout, the bottle stands out on the shelf and has an appearance of luxury. Theres always a bottle in my collection.

Bottling 52

Bottling Whiskey Scotch Whiskey 52

The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The bottle in question is the Port Ellen 1969 15 Year Old Celtic Label Gordon & Macphail For Intertrade Don’t forget to read the previous installments of WhiskyFun Legends here. This Port Ellen 1969 15 Year Old Celtic Label Gordon & Macphail was bottled at 64.7% Other than that, the bottle is very unassuming. Even rarer.

Bottling 52

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 52

The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Should Whiskey Bottles Be Labeled As ‘Gluten Free’? Gluten free allergen labeling laws for whiskey differ between the United States and UK/EU. Since 2020, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has ruled that distilled alcohol produced from gluten-containing grains can be labelled ‘gluten free’.

Beer 52

Beer Whiskey Alcohol Liqueur 52

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 21, 2024

Step 5: Launch the whisky Nc’nean Organic Single Malt Scotch Whisky is gaining fans across the world. Credit: Nc’nean When early 2020 rolled around I was pretty excited – I had been working on the project for seven years. We’d found an incredible 100% recycled glass bottle to bottle our whisky in.

Bottling 105

Bottling Bar Wine Scotch Whiskey 105

The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 6, 2024

In 2000, Aberlours first single malt bottling Aberlour Abunadh was released. Becoming one of the most successful ongoing series in whisky, Aberlour Abunadh is a unique batch-produced single malt whisky bottled at cask strength and none chill-filtered at natural color.

Bottling 93

Bottling Hospitality Wine Scotch Whiskey 93

The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Grant to a decision to lay down more stock for producing official distillery bottlings rather than have Glenfarclas rely on the blenders. Glenfarclas became the first distillery to release a cask strength single malt in 1968, a bottling which would eventually be renamed Glenfarclas 105 – and remains available today.

Bottling 97

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 97

The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

In this article, I’ll share the unique stories behind each bottle, from exclusive collaborations to record-breaking auctions. Let’s dive in and see what makes these bottles so special. Becoming a member opened the door to exclusive bottles and experiences. An innovative force looking to digitalize the world of whisky collecting.

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Club Bottling Tequila Scotch Whiskey 98

The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Owned by Diageo , Johnnie Walker Blue Label has expanded its allure through limited-edition releases and exclusive collaborations, with around 300 unique bottlings to date. Similarly, the bottling for the Year of the Ram 2015, was only available in Taiwan.

Bottling 98

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 98

The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Like the standard Black Label , the whisky is aged for at least 12 years before bottling. As such, if you would like to acquire a bottle, I would suggest keeping an eye on the whisky auctions. John – Malt-Review The mononymous John on Malt-Review sampled the Black Label Lowlands Origin in November 2020.

Aperitif 97

Aperitif Bottling Bar Scotch Whiskey 97

The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Currently, you can have a bottle shipped from Denmark starting at $50 for U.S.-based However, I have managed to pull up one from John at Malt-Review , who tasted the Speyside Origin and the Lowlands Origin side-by-side in 2020. How Much Is Johnnie Walker Black Label Speyside Origin? based customers, and 40 for those living in the UK.

Cocktail Culture 103

Cocktail Culture Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 103

The Whiskey Wash

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

The Scotch Malt Whisky Society (SMWS) stands as a beacon for whisky enthusiasts worldwide, championing single malt whisky in its most authentic form. Gordon Smith, and architect Ben Tindall, expanded through word of mouth to become a syndicate, and more casks were purchased, bottled, and distributed amongst the members.

Bottling 95

Bottling Beer Bar Club 95