Single-Malt Scotch

90+ Points | Critical Acclaim

Expect sweet spicy notes balanced with the unmistakable honeyed vanilla and bright citrus flavor of American Oak. This mastery of wood gives way to the natural color and distinct depth of flavor The Macallan is renowned for - Producer Notes

International Review of Spirits Tasting 95 Points | "Macallan 12 Year Old Double Cask has been aged in a combination of American oak and ex-sherry casks. .

90+ Points Critical Acclaim | WE': '95 Points

Mahogany. Full, slightly sweet; toffee, ginger and dried fruits accompanied by sherry and cloves. Rich in both dried fruit and sherry, with a subtle toffee sweetness and pleasant touch of spice flavour with a touch of sherry sweetness and wood. Medium long.

90+ Points | Critical Acclaim

New packaging same iconic whisky, highlighting the Double Oak process Glenlivet 12yr has always used. Matured in European and American Oak casks, for it's distinct smoothness. Balanced flavor, with notes of pineapple and vanilla. Long, creamy, smooth finish - Producer Description

The Wine Enthusiast writes: Off-dry malted barley and light toffee smells greet the olfactory sense along with flowery fragrances of heather, rose petal and pine. 90-95 Points

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Wine Enthusiast 95 Points | First nosing exposes dry scents of walnuts, grass and dark toffee. Entry is malty and vanilla-extract bittersweet; midpalate is silky, creamy, Sherry sweet, pruny and black raisin-like. Ends on a dark chocolate note that s chewy, medium-sweet and satisfying.

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The Islay representative in the 'Classic Malts' series is a deep, dry and exceptionally peaty bruiser. Probably the most pungent of all Islay malts, Lagavulin is not for the faint-hearted but inspires fanatical devotion in its many followers - Producer Notes

Wine Enthusiast 90 points | Soy sauce, olive brine, peat, honey, oloroso Sherry, brewer's yeast, bread dough, barley malt and cigar smoke in the bouquet.

Matured in fine Pedro Ximénez and Oloroso sherry casks from Andalucía in Spain, this richly sherried Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky presents smooth vanilla, soft fruits and a memorably long, nutty finish, for which it has become renowned. This smooth scotch is bottled at 43%, non-chill filtered and natural in colour - Producer Description

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The Dalmore 12 is recognized as a whisky with character far beyond its age. The spirit is initially matured in American white oak ex-Bourbon casks, yielding soft vanilla and honey notes. A proportion of the spirit is then finessed in pinnacle Sherry casks, including 30-Year Old Matusalem Oloroso casks, exclusive to The Dalmore, to give the whisky a rich, nutty character - Producer Notes

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The Glenfiddich 12 Year is distinctively fresh and fruity with a hint of pear on the nose. The palate for this single malt is characteristically sweet, with undertones of butterscotch, cream, malt and a hint of oak. It finishes long, smooth and mellow. See for yourself why this is one of the world's most popular single malts - Producer Description

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The U.S. Singleton comes from Glendullan, a distillery that makes a sweet, light spirit. Here, a percentage has been aged in ex-sherry casks, which has added a layer of fruity sweetness - think port-like sloe notes, Muscatel, and wisteria. The wood is lightly handled, allowing the aromas full rein on the palate - Producer Description

The Wine Enthusiast writes: Best Buy, the nosing passes find aromas of sugar cookies, orange zest, baked pineapple, dry breakfast cereal and citrus-flavored hard candy.

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Wine Enthusiast 90 Points | Aged 14 years in former Bourbon barrels, this is an amber-colored whisky that s scented with vanilla and peach. The palate is also peachy, highlighted by hints of almond, oak and sandalwood. The finish is drying and lightly spiced.

Four seasons in high altitude is praised by the most curious whisky connoisseurs and lovers of gastronomy. Its crisp and vibrant feel, unique in a single malt whisky, enlivens and liberates your senses - Producer Description

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Ardbeg Ten Years Old is revered around the world as the peatiest, smokiest, most complex single malt of them all. Yet it does not flaunt the peat; rather it gives way to the natural sweetness of the malt to produce a whisky of perfect balance - Producer Description

The Wine Enthusiast writes: (Great Value,Tried & True Award)- Bright gold color. Reluctant bouquet is measured but potent early-on then with aeration it explodes in waves of sea salt. 91 Points

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WhistlePig The Beholden 21 Year Old Single Malt Whiskey, a distinguished and exquisite expression from the esteemed WhistlePig Distillery. Crafted with precision and aged to perfection for 21 years, this single malt whiskey is a testament to the distillery's dedication to quality and craftsmanship.

The Beholden boasts a rich and complex flavor profile, with notes of caramel, honey, oak, and subtle spice. Its smooth and velvety texture delivers a drinking experience that is both luxurious and indulgent, making it a true delight for whiskey connoisseurs. Producer Description.

This unforgettable Distillers Edition of Lagavulin delivers an extra rich raisin-sweet flavor, with a dark smokiness that intensifies as the peat grows. Finished in Pedro Ximenez-seasoned re-charred American Oak with heavily re-charred new American Oak ends - Producer Description

It is an iconic Macallan with a robust flavor. It has aromas of dried fruits and fiery ginger, as well as sweet vanilla and warm cinnamon. The palate offers notes of raisins, cloves, orange, baking spices, and toasted oak, before developing orange zest, crystallized ginger and dried fruits that linger in the finish - Producer Description

Named after the burn (stream) that flows down the side of the distillery in Teangue on the Isle of Skye, this comes bottled at 46%, drawn from no more than 30 casks. Allt Gleann is the second of four expressions in the Torabhaig Legacy Series. Using wooden washbacks for fermentation and twin copper stills, Torabhaig Distillery has developed a signature style described as 'well-tempered peat - Producer Description

In the glass, this single malt reveals a lustrous amber hue, offering a visual glimpse into the intricacies of its aging journey. The nose is a delightful harmony of orchard fruits, with notes of ripe pears and apricots complemented by a subtle touch of honey. The 10-year maturation period has allowed the whisky to develop a depth and complexity that beckons exploration - Producer Description

Spicy, mellow smoke with honeyed sweet maltiness and hints of pepper on the nose. The first taste is rich & sweetly mellow followed by a spicy heat with elegant balance of sweet, smoke & salt, and a clean, warm finish. 2020 SIP Awards Platinum winner.

90+ Points | Critical Acclaim

On the nose, this whiskey offers notes of over-ripe cherry, sweet apples, raisins, almonds, leather and fresh-cut hay. On the palate, it shows honey, cherries, blackcurrant and fig, with a nutty brine and walnut characteristics. Buttery caramel, whipped creme, brown sugar and smoked cayenne come through on the finish - Producer Description

The Whisky Advocate writes: Finished in 500-liter oloroso sherry casks, this is one for the sherry lovers, with sugared almond, fig, milk chocolate, and candied fruit notes on the nose. It finishes sweet and silky, with a hint of tobacco, vanilla, and delicate dried fruit - Whisky Advocate 90 Points

The warehouses where the Nikka Miyagikyo Single Malt is matured and bottled stand in a valley overlooking the Pacific Ocean, and this single malt's light and fruity flavors with sea spray hints reflect the rich nature of the environment. By combining our traditional expertise and natural resources with modern techniques, we have created a new style of Japanese Whisky - Producer Description

This golden whisky boasts complex aromas and superior drinkability. The nose features hints of fruit, including peach, grapefruit, pineapple and candied orange, along with spices such as clove and orange. This whisky also has notes of rich coconut and tart cranberry, while the long finish features spicy ginger and cinnamon - Producer Description

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The combination of the age-old malting process of using smoke from peat to dry the malted barley combined with the triple distillation in our Dublin distillery, produces a very unique Teeling Whiskey. A flavour unlike any other, designed for the boldest palates, Blackpitts is truly unconventional Irish whiskey at its finest.

This expression is comprised solely of unpeated malts as opposed to the preconceived “peaty” image of Yoichi. It offers a delicate balance of bright fruitiness and rich mouthfeel, along with its distinctive smokiness generated by coal-fired distillation - Producer Description

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This expression is crafted solely from batches of peated malt, offering a significant distinction from the "light and fruity" image of Miyagikyo. It showcases the exquisite combination of bold, distinctively peaty notes, while leaving its signature estery hint in the aftertaste - Producer Description

The Whisky Advocate writes: Watch out, because Miyagikyo has moves you’ve never seen before... from sweet smoke.. to bonfire smoke with savory.. elements.... A multi-faceted tasting experience with sweet vanilla, chocolate, malt, spice, and cocoa...huge chewy mouthfeel... - Whisky Advocate 95 Points

Yamazaki 18 Year Old is an award winning Japanese single malt. This legendary 18 year old whisky earned a Gold at the 2007 International Spirits Challenge and a Double Gold at the 2005 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Being one of Suntory’s most popular products, you know you have quality when you have Yamazaki - Producer Description

90+ Points | Critical Acclaim

Pure gold in color with a nose of persimmon, honey, clove, candied orange, peach, and vanilla, offering spiced wood, coconut, cranberry and butter on the palate. The finish is sweet, woodsy, and long. Exhibits the characteristics of its religion - smooth, subtle, and pristine - Producer Description

Gold Medal - Beverage Tasting Institute, 93 Points - Beverage Tasting Institute Rating

Talisker 30 year old, a rare expression, being re-released in limited quantities after the last bottling in 2017 celebrates the summit of Skye. Not unlike the anticipation of the journey to the top of The Cuillin, where majestic views await, Talisker 30 too provides a rare invitation to only a few to reach the very pinnacle of the range, where true character awaits. An elegant and complex expression with Talisker hallmarks of pepper and smoke in a softer and subtler way. Producer Description.

A light and creamy palate. Lively white pepper and some oak-driven spiciness dance on the tongue...

Nikka Yoichi Aromatic Yeast Single Malt 2022: A Symphony of Sensory Delight Immerse yourself in the world of Japanese whisky with Nikka's Yoichi Aromatic Yeast Single Malt, a 2022 release that showcases the brand's dedication to innovation and tradition. This unique expression from Nikka's esteemed "Discovery" series is crafted using a special aromatic yeast, resulting in a whisky that radiates with floral and fruity notes. Producer Description.

90+ Points | Critical Acclaim

Laphroaig Quarter Cask offers an irresistible doubling of flavor, due to the double maturation in two barrels made of American oak. Still-maturing whisky from standard ex-bourbon barrels is transferred to quarter casks and left to rest in Laphroaig's warehouse just a stone’s throw from the Atlantic shore - Producer Description

The Whisky Advocate writes: Oily and full on the palate, with sweet grain notes, cinnamon, seaweed, hot peat, and black pepper. The Whisky Advocate 91 Points

Brilliant gold. Powerful peat-smoke with sea-water saltiness, the liquor of fresh oysters, and a citrus sweetness. A rich dried-fruit sweetness with clouds of smoke and strong barley-malt flavours, warming and intense. Peppery at the back of the mouth. Finish: Huge, long, warming and peppery in the finish with an appetizing sweetness - Producer Description