The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 4, 2024

And what better way to honor the man in your life than with a bottle of his favorite tipple? From bourbons to whiskeys, to scotch and Irish, it can be difficult to know where to start. benefits not only from the growth in the flavored whiskey category but also from the burgeoning popularity of Irish whiskey in the USA.

Whiskey 98

Whiskey Scotch Whiskey Wine Bottling 98

The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The Distillation of Whisky, 1927-1931 The whisky-making process used to create this collection was inspired by The Distillation of Whisky, 1927-1931, one of the foremost first-hand resources on early 20th-century scotch whisky distillation. The book was republished by James Eadie Ltd in 2023 in collaboration with the British Library.

Whiskey 96

Whiskey Bottling Scotch Whiskey 96

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 7, 2024

Fast-forward over 40 years, and SMWS has over 41,000 members worldwide, with exclusive tasting rooms, and a single-cask bottling subscription service. In addition, the Society has also announced that 5% of the profits from the sale of the five bottles will be donated to the OurWhisky Foundation.

Bottling 52

Bottling Whiskey Scotch Whiskey 52

The Whiskey Wash

JULY 4, 2024

The bottle costs £670 (~$855) and can be purchased via the Ardbeg website now. The Ardbeg Y2K was distilled in 2000 and bottled at 46% ABV in 2023 after over two decades of maturation in a combination of ex-bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks. Read the full article at Ardbeg Y2K Is Officially On Sale

Promotion 59

Promotion Promoter Bottling Scotch Whiskey 59

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 14, 2024

The whisky was matured in both ex-bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks and bottled at 47.4% points by the judges at the International Whisky Competition in 2023 and given gold in the category Best Single Malt Scotch Under 10 Years Old. Best Single Malt Scotch 10 Year Old GOLD MEDAL WINNER: Ardbeg Ten Year Old – 89.9

Bottling 94

Bottling Wine Whiskey Scotch Whiskey 94

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 29, 2024

The series, which launched in 2023, offers whisky lovers a peek into Laphroaig’s whisky-making process, with the whisky-makers at the distillery using experimental distillation techniques and producing unique whiskies. has been bottled at cask strength, 59.6% The packaging of L2.0 20 Tasting Notes L2.0

Bottling 105

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 105

The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

The Scotch Whisky Association (SWA) , the trade organization that represents and promotes the scotch whisky industry, has released H1 figures showing a drastic decline in exports compared to H1 2023. Data reveals that the value of scotch whisky exports fell by 18% to £2.1 billion compared to the same period in 2023.

Promotion 98

Promotion Promoter Bottling Scotch Whiskey 98

The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Blended scotch whisky brand, Ballantine’s , has added two new bottlings to its True Music Icons collection , paying tribute to two legends of the UK music scene: Elton John and John Lennon. The Bottle Designs The design of Ballantine’s True Music Icons bottlings perfectly reflects the characters and legacies of each performer.

Bottling 98

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 98

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 1, 2024

If you have read my ‘about’ section on the ‘ Team ’ page of The Whiskey Wash, you will know that I have a particular affinity for Cadenhead dumpies. These understated bottles often contain some of the most precious scotch whisky, both in terms of its age and its provenance. Bottled in May 1979 at 47.5% By the time of St.

Bottling 111

Bottling Whiskey Scotch Whiskey 111

The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 7, 2024

Today, bottles of Macallan sell from anywhere between $100 and $2.6 The expression was first bottled in the 1970s (by the likes of Campbell Hope & King and Gordon & Macphail) at varying strengths, including 70 proof and 100 proof expressions. million, and the brand is now catering more to investors than it is to drinkers.

Bottling 116

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 116

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 15, 2024

This week on Scotch Legends, we take a (nose)dive into the Springbank 12 Year Old 100 Proof, bottled in the 1980s for Samaroli. Be sure to read the previous installments of Scotch Whisky Legends here. Only 2,400 of these were ever produced, adding to the allure of this already famous bottling. S-T-U-N-N-I-N-G.

Bottling 98

Bottling Liqueur Rum Wine 98

The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

This Glen Scotia whisky was distilled in 1973 and bottled in 1999, the same year that Glen Scotia reopened under Loch Lomond Distillers following two periods of closure in the 1980s and 90s. There were two versions of this bottling release: one bottled in 1996 and one bottled in 1999. The new plant continued as Clynelish.

Whiskey 52

Whiskey Bottling Promotion Promoter 52

The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 13, 2024

As the distillery’s longest-running series (which is still going in 2024) the bottlings are a staple of The Macallan’s core range. The distillery also released some ‘Special Selection’ bottlings around this time. Today, The Macallan 18 Year Olds do not carry vintage, only bottling dates. Packaging Changes A 1997 vintage.

Bottling 98

Bottling Whiskey Liquor Wine 98

The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

bottled 1977. In celebration of The Macallan’s launch of TIME : SPACE , the oldest whisky in the world at 84 years, I thought that this week on Scotch Whisky Legends , I would return to my roots. One of the very first Scotch Whisky Legends articles focused on The Macallan 1938 Handwritten Label. The whisky clocks in at 45.5%

Bottling 97

Bottling Whiskey 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 98

Bottling Liqueur Alcohol Wine 98

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 6, 2024

It showcases how far the brand has come since its inception in 2001” Distilled, matured, and bottled on Islay, Port Charlotte’s peaty profile makes it a classic Islay expression, showcasing the smoke that the island is famous for. The Tequila Cask Finish is made up of 272 bottles. The Manzanilla Sherry Cask has 813 bottles.

Tequila 98

Tequila Bottling Wine Scotch Whiskey 98

The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 19, 2024

The whisky was matured in a combination of heavily toasted French oak and American ex-Bourbon casks and bottled in 2012 at 48.9% Serge Valentin’s Tasting Notes On The Compass Box Flaming Heart 4th Edition Compass Box creates delectable blended scotch whisky. Since January 2023 the bottle has been averaging between £160-£240 at auction.

Whiskey 97

Whiskey Bottling Scotch Whiskey 97

The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 25, 2024

The Glendronach 15 Year Old is single malt scotch whisky, known for its heavily sherried rich style, originating from Scotland’s Highland whisky region. Matured in a combination of Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso ex-Sherry casks sourced from Spain, The Glendronach 15 Year Old is bottled at 46% ABV. How Much Is The Glendronach 15 Year Old?

Liquor 97

Liquor Bitters Bottling Wine 97

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 25, 2024

Skyfall celebrates the 50 th anniversary of the James Bond film franchise, giving the inclusion of the Macallan 1962 Fine and Rare bottling added significance as a reference to the release of the first Bond film, Dr. No , in 1962. The Macallan Archival Series Folio One was released in 2015 – with only seven folio bottlings released so far.

Bottling 102

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 102

The Whiskey Wash

JULY 3, 2024

The Royal Brackla 1975 27 Year Old “Green” Brackla This Royal Brackla is an elusive and legendary bottle in scotch whisky circles. Distilled at Royal Brackla in 1975, the whisky was bottled on the 28th of October 2002 by The Whisky Exchange, just three years after the online retailer’s establishment.

Bottling 97

Bottling Wine Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 97

The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 3, 2024

Whisky from these beloved casks has been expertly blended by Master Blender Calum Fraser and bottled at 10 years old. The celebratory malt is bottled at a fixed strength for a memorable experience to share with friends.” Only 2,400 bottles are available. We have exciting ideas for 2024 with further limited bottlings planned.”

Club 98

Club Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 98

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 28, 2024

The Arran Barrel Bonfire is the second edition in the distillery’s four-part series, which began in 2023 with Remnant Renegade. The new release of Arran Barrel Bonfire consists of just 14,822 bottles, bottled at 50% ABV. Barrel Bonfire is an 11 Year Old single malt with a phenol level of 42 PPM.

Rum 105

Rum Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 105

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 8, 2024

As such, independent bottlings of Glenfiddich are extremely rare. Bottles such as this Glenfiddich 1956 29 Year Old for Intertrade, therefore, are highly prized. This 1956 vintage was distilled even before the single malt scotch was marketed outside of the United Kingdom. It is still family-owned and run by the Grants.

Bottling 105

Bottling Rum Vodka Bitters 105

The Whiskey Wash

JULY 4, 2024

An independent bottler is a company or individual that purchases casks of whisky from distilleries and bottles it under their own label, rather than the distillery’s brand. These bottlers may choose to age the whisky further, blend it with other casks, or bottle it at cask strength.

Bottling 97

Bottling Rum Gin Scotch Whiskey 97

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 22, 2024

In the 1980s, the hotel decided to commission several single malt, cask strength bottlings for their clients. As such, Prestonfield House’s foresight regarding the potential of single cask whiskies produced some very special bottlings. Only 405 bottles were ever produced. ABV in 2006. Colour: white wine.

Bottling 98

Bottling Bitters Wine Scotch Whiskey 98

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 19, 2024

MLPA Phenol Parts per Million (PPM): 50ppm Auction Record: Ardbeg 1974 Single Bourbon Cask #2742 – £35,000, November 2022 Highest-rated WhiskyFun Bottle: Ardbeg 1967 29 YO Kingsbury Cask #922 – 96 points Ardbeg was founded in 1815 by the McDougall family on the south coast of Islay. Browse the collection here.

Bottling 105

Bottling Whiskey Gin Scotch Whiskey 105

The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 13, 2024

Buy The Macallan 1967 25 Year Old Anniversary Malt on The Whiskey Wash Shop. The Macallan 25 Year Old Anniversary Malts are amongst the most collectible bottles of Macallan whisky. It is easy to say this about many bottles of vintage Macallan. After all, they do hail from the most luxurious scotch whisky distillery in the world.

Whiskey 63

Whiskey Bottling Vodka Scotch Whiskey 63

The Whiskey Wash

MAY 15, 2024

Credit: Bruichladdich Distillery From Saturday 25th May to Saturday 1st June, Islay will celebrate its annual Fèis Ìle Festival for which Islay distilleries release exclusive bottlings and host exciting events. Bottled at 50% ABV, the 03.1 and the Port Charlotte Rock’ndaal 03.2. ABV) – finished in American oak casks.

Live Music 109

Live Music Live Music Bottling Brandy 109

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

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

It is able to release both tongue-in-cheek novelty NAS bottlings such as the Ardbeg Scorch (famed for its dragon-charred casks) and older, rarer bottlings such as the Ardbeg 1965 (advertised with a hilarious Chanel parody ). One such bottle is the Ardbeg 1967 29 Year Old Kingsbury from cask #922. ABV from single cask #922.

Bottling 52

Bottling Wine Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 52

The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 27, 2024

The Glenturret Still Life Winter & Spring were released in 2022 and 2023 respectively. The newest bottle in the series is The Glenturret Still Life Summer. Credit: The Glenturret The Winter Edition was released in November 2022, and the Spring Edition was released the following March.

Hospitality 97

Hospitality Whiskey Bottling Scotch Whiskey 97

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 4, 2024

MLPA Auction Record: Springbank 1919 50 Year Old – £266,200, October 2019 Highest-rated WhiskyFun Bottle: Springbank 12 Year Old 100 Proof Samaroli – 98 points Springbank is the longest-standing distillery in Campbeltown, having been founded in 1828 by William Reid. Browse the full collection of Springbank bottles here.

Bottling 69

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 69

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 20, 2024

Continuing our journey through Serge Valentin and Angus MacRaild’s top-rated bottles on WhiskyFun , today we are taking a look at the Balvenie 1968 Vintage Cask #7294. Since production began at Balvenie in 1893 until the release of its first official bottling in 1973, the distillery catered to blends such as Grant’s Steadfast.

Bottling 88

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 88

The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 7, 2024

Being the director of The Grand Whisky Auction I am fortunate enough to see all kinds of vintage bottles. However, very few are as rare and as spectacular as this bottle, that can only be described as a piece of art. With that being said, what really makes this bottling so special? This is only 3.8%

Bottling 52

Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 52

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 31, 2024

A few of the examples that I’ve listed below are releasing some of the strongest core range bottles. Ardnamurchan Owned by The Adelphi Bottling Company, Ardnamurchan was always going to be a really strong product from the get-go. A shining light in peated whisky was their Corriecravie release that I was lent to review in 2023.

Bottling 111

Bottling Rum Alcohol Wine 111

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 27, 2024

Speaking about Wolfie’s Whisky’s global success since its launch in 2023, Duncan Frew remarked “Wolfie’s was inspired by Rod’s seminal rock ‘n’ roll roots, starting with his early hell raising days with the Faces, so we did the natural thing and put Wolfie’s on the road with Rod as he tours the world.

Whiskey 98

Whiskey Mixology Liqueur Bitters 98

The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 18, 2024

The 26 year old whisky was matured in three re-fill bourbon hogsheads and bottled at 51.2% Only 500 bottles were available via ballot. Many wondered, following the release of the 27 year old in 2023, whether Springbank would increase or decrease the age statements of their whiskies during the countdown.

Wine 99

Wine Bottling Scotch Whiskey Whiskey 99