The Whiskey Wash

MAY 23, 2025

Each bottle is matured in specially treated red wine barrels (55%), American whiskey barrels (43%), and a small proportion of Oloroso sherry casks (2%). Read the full article at Nc’nean Brings Cask Strength Expression to U.S.

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 12, 2024

The Aberfeldy 1975 25 Year Old Cadenhead Bond Reserve Welcome back to another installment of Scotch Whiskey Legends. Catch up on the previous Scotch Whisky Legends articles here. Read the full article at Scotch Whisky Legends: Aberfeldy 1975 25 Year Old Cadenhead Bond Reserve John Dewar’s sons, John Jr.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 15, 2025

” Tuscan Influence for The Open Special Edition 2025 The Open Special Edition 2025 explores different territory with its Tuscan chianti wine cask influence. Read the full article at Loch Lomond Whiskies Unveils Limited-Edition Single Malts to Celebrate The Open Championship

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FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The latest offering from the 117 Series, which I’m reviewing today, is the Old Forester 117 Series Scotch Cask Finish. “We’ve been creating top-quality, rare and innovative expressions for 150 years, and this scotch whiskey captures our founder’s spirit in another rich and smooth liquid, which I recommend serving neat.”

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

That aside, this article about food pairings was a pretty interesting one to put together. The use of bourbon, sherry, and wine casks creates a foundation of honeyed, malty sweetness, which combines with fruity sherry notes and sometimes drier, spicier red wine notes from France and Spain.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 30, 2025

The Difference That Oak Can Make While whisky discussions often focus on whether casks previously held bourbon, sherry, or wine, the new Isle of Raasay series highlights the importance of the oak species itself in the maturation process. Read the full article at Isle of Raasay Explores Oak Species Influence With New Tasting Pack

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A Bar Above

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Photo by SJ via www.unsplash.com Flavor Profiles of Whiskey One of the defining aspects of whiskey is its diverse range of flavor profiles. From the warm caramel notes of bourbon to the robust smokiness of Islay Scotch, whiskey caters to a wide spectrum of palates. Common in Scotch and increasingly in other countries.

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 17, 2025

Innovative Coastal Cask Finishing For the first time in Talisker’s history, the whisky makers selected red wine casks from South Africa’s coastal regions to finish this expression. Brilliantly balancing the coastal minerality are some rich fruit notes with hints of red wine and sundried cranberries. Body: Medium to full.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 17, 2024

From Oloroso sherry to red wine casks, whisky enthusiasts with a penchant for adventure can journey through many different finishes to find their favorites. Glenmorangie has shown off everything from sherry, port, rye casks, and most famously with this, ex-Sauternes wine casks.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Château d’Yquem is a famed wine estate in Bordeaux’s Sauternes region, known for producing one of the world’s finest dessert wines. Such demand for this wine makes its empty casks difficult to obtain, adding to the uniqueness of the maturation. Truly unique. What Makes The Maturation Special?

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The Whiskey Wash

APRIL 5, 2024

The average price for a 750ml bottle of Blue Label is currently $232 on Wine-Searcher. If you’re based in California, the best place to find Blue Label is Total Wine & More, Sacramento for $175.99. While in New York, the best place to purchase Blue Label is Prime Wine & Liquor for $179.94.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

This is the first release from Glenfiddich to be finished in red wine casks from Bordeaux, and constitutes “the unexpected marriage of two luxury worlds,” according to a brand press release. Red wines from the Bordeaux region are noted for their full-bodied structure and rich flavors of dark fruits and oak tannins.

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The Whiskey Wash

JULY 29, 2024

Read the full article at Glenglassaugh Unveils 49 Year Old Travel Retail Exclusive We are incredibly proud to offer this exclusive expression to our discerning customers at select locations in travel retail worldwide alongside our core Glenglassaugh portfolio,” said Ffion FitzGerald, Interim Marketing Director GTR Brown-Forman.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 1, 2024

But our main aim with this, now monthly, article is to highlight our picks. Bottle 14 of 245, this single cask was filled on 27 October 1972 and bottled at cask strength (51.4%) in October 2004 for Danish whisky and wine retailer Juuls Vinhandel. Read the full article at 5 Rare Scotches To Buy This Month At Whisky.Auction

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

This year’s offerings are as follows: “ Mortlach ‘Midnight Dusk’ , finished in sweet Ramandolo white and Sangiovese red wine casks. RSSP: $105 “ The Singleton ‘Autumn Walk’ brings together a combination of casks – ex-bourbon, rejuvenated ex-wine, and refill casks. Read the full article at Diageo Launches 2024 Special Releases

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 9, 2024

Now, you might notice that the price for The Macallan 1962 25 Year Old Anniversary Malt is astronomically high on Wine-Searcher. Read the full article at Whisky Review: Macallan 1962 25 Year Old Anniversary Malt So, Mark Bostock was thrilled at the opportunity to sample the Macallan 1962. See above for what he had to say.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 18, 2024

A multi-award-winning release, The Glendronach 12 Year Old’s accolades include gold medals from the International Wine & Spirit Competition (2017, 2019) and the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2022). Where Is The Glendronach 12 Year Old Produced? Spiced mulled wine and pear. Palate: Rich, creamy silky-smooth.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Despite landing in hot water with the Scotch Whisky Association for said approach, Compass Box has remained steadfast in its belief that consumers deserve to know what they are drinking and should be able to appreciate the craftsmanship that goes into each bottle of Compass Box whisky. A long finish, a long echo.”

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 16, 2024

Each year in the spring, wine and spirits brands hold their breath, waiting for results from a variety of competitions, hosted by judges and panels across the globe. The Judges Judging panels consist of highly experienced tasters of the world of whiskey, wine, and beer alike. Check out some of last year’s winners here.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

2 is a 14 Year Old single malt finished in ex-Barolo red wine casks. The liquid spent most of its maturation period in American oak, before finishing for six months in ex-Barolo red wine casks. We have chosen to finish in Barolo Red Wine casks bringing delicious red berry fruits to complement Glen Scotia’s distillery character.

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The whisky’s interaction with both wine casks has encouraged a rich and complex expression bursting with fruit. Read the full article at The Dalmore Distillery Select Series Is Unveiled Only 918 bottles have been produced at 45.8% The 17 Year Old will retail for £1,000 (~$1,300).

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The Whiskey Wash

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Evening meals are three courses, complete with a wine selection. Also included are wine flights at each meal, an ‘exploration’ drinks package for the whisky library, and a bottle of Linn House Reserve whisky. Read the full article at Chivas Brothers To Open Luxury Guesthouse In Speyside

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The Whiskey Wash

JULY 21, 2024

However, there are more conflicting reports about where the variations on the Whiskey Sour came from. One such variation was the addition of a red wine float, for which an unnamed bartender in Chicago claimed credit in 1883. And, unless you are making your Whiskey Sour for a cocktail class, you are free to do as you wish.

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 25, 2024

Following the expression’s revival, The Glendronach 15 Year Old has proven to be a multi-award-winning release, including a gold medal from the International Wine & Spirit Competition (2019), and the accolade of ‘Best in Show’ whisky category winner at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2020).

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The Whiskey Wash

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Along with the higher strength, the Bowmore 19 Year Old has a French oak influence, the barrels being first-fill and having previously held Chateau Lagrange red wine. Read the full article at Review: Bowmore 19 Year Old French Oak Barrique (Spoiler – It’s Amazing)

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The Whiskey Wash

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Its reach and popularity is demonstrated by the vast collection available on The Whiskey Wash Shop. This article explores Gordon & MacPhail’s remarkable journey, tracing its growth from a local shop to a purveyor of some of the world’s oldest and rarest whiskies.

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The Whiskey Wash

JUNE 21, 2024

Credit: Berry Bros & Rudd Historic wine and spirits merchant, Berry Bros. & See the list of bottles at the end of this article. The first part of the ‘A Sense of Place’ collection celebrates Scotland’s glens & valleys.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 2, 2024

As the CEO of Wine Country Network , I have extensive experience running professional beverage competitions. Our company started producing wine competitions in Colorado nineteen years ago. In 2014, we started the North American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition. Planning, logistics, and patience are required. Find out more here.

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The Whiskey Wash

MARCH 18, 2024

In new scotch whisky releases : Springbank finally unveils the second Countdown Collection Release, Torabhaig updates The Legacy Series, and Aberfeldy experiments with wine casks. Read the full article at New Releases: Springbank, Torabhaig, & Aberfeldy

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 15, 2024

Then banana flambéed, coconut… Then some high-end wine (great old Pomerol – no, not just any merlot)… Then chicory… Then lots of pineapple liqueur, Malibu, old Muscat wine. Read the full article at Scotch Whisky Legends: Springbank 12 Year Old 100 Proof Samaroli Bold, coating… Gets then quite smoky, with some mocha.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The Berry Bros & Rudd ‘A Sense of Place’ Coasts & Shores Collection: Berry Bros & Rudd Berry Bros & Rudd , Britain’s oldest wine and spirits merchant, has unveiled the second installment in its ‘A Sense of Place ‘ collection. A full list of bottlings and RRPs can be found further down this article.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 15, 2024

Promising a “spectacle of flavours”, the Spectacular was matured in port wine casks and bourbon barrels, a first for the distillery. Read the full article at Whisky Review: Ardbeg Spectacular However, it was revived in 1997 when it was purchased by Glenmorangie plc.

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The Whiskey Wash

MAY 13, 2024

Opening a second grocer’s shop in Edinburgh’s South Bridge area in 1836, George expanded to also operate as a wine and spirit merchant. In Glasgow, the business concentrated on the wine and spirit trade as George began to create his own blended whiskies in 1865. his, George Jr.,

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 1, 2024

This smoky Benriach offers maturation in bourbon, sherry, and Marsala wine casks – giving you this sticky toffee, smoky, Speyside option in your arsenal. The different types of peat are too difficult to explain in this short article. Read the full article at 5 Scotch Whiskies For A Smoky Rob Roy I am one of them.

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 16, 2024

After spending 8 years maturing in ex-bourbon casks, this whisky was finished in Bordeaux wine casks from St. Shipping The Whiskey Wash Shop is now offering free shipping to almost every U.S. Read the full article at 5 20 Year Old Whiskies For Your Collection Julien for a further 12 years. Bottled at 52.5%

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The Whiskey Wash

OCTOBER 15, 2024

“This blend is a testament to the rich histories of both Irish and Scottish whiskey-making,” says Ally Stevenson, Turntable co-founder and blender. Read the full article at Turntable Spirits Drops 2nd Collaborative Whisky With An Irish Twist

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The Whiskey Wash

AUGUST 27, 2024

The exhibition involves showcasing a wide range of tax-free and travel retail products from luxury sectors such as whisky, wine, cosmetics, and fashion. Read the full article at William Grant & Sons Gives Sneak Preview Into 2024 TWFA Exhibition Space

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