Matured for 18 years in hand-selected oak casks from Europe and America, this rare whiskey is finished in first-fill bourbon barrels. This rite of passage introduces subtle traces of vanilla to an exceptionally balanced, mellow whiskey with a lingering finale of wood, spice and toffee. An elder statesman of our portfolio, each bottle of this unique whiskey is individually numbered.

TASTING CHARACTERISTICS

Nose: Aromatic oils with a touch of wood, spicy toffee.

Taste: Wonderfully mellow and smooth, a mouthful of complex flavor - fudge, toffee, spice, hints of wood and leather, vanilla and a gentle, sherry nuttiness.

Finish: A long, lingering finish carries the theme of the wood, spice and toffee right through to the end.

A ginger beer, a hint of lime, and aromatic bitters flavor makes for the start of a perfect mule. The addition of award-winning Bourbon adds a depth of flavor to turn the classic on its head. Spicy, bold, and ready-to-enjoy.

CUTWATER BOURBON WHISKEY

Building on our tradition of award-winning spirits, and in concert with some of our favorite whiskey distillers, Cutwater Spirits proudly introduces Black Skimmer Blended Straight Bourbon Whiskey. A blend of straight bourbon whiskeys with notes of honeysuckle, caramel, and vanilla. Born from our curiosity, creativity, and unconventional open-minded spirit, this smooth drinking bourbon was meticulously selected, curated, and blended. Enjoy it with the best of friends.

Recent Awards

2022 International Wine & Spirit Competition - Bronze
2023 LA Spirits Invitational - Gold
2022 ADI International Spirits Competition - Gold
2022 ASCOT Awards - Platinum
2022 Bartender Spirits Awards - Silver
2022 Beverage Testing Institute - Gold

Rarity reflected in every drop. Johnnie Walker King George V has been created to celebrate the monarch who granted us our first Royal Warrant in 1934. Our makers drew on our archives to hand-select whiskies from distilleries that existed during his reign. This includes some of the rarest in our reserves, including irreplaceable casks from the now-closed Port Ellen distillery. Much like its namesake, it has a great depth of character and elegant reserve.

Tasting Notes

SMELL: Sweet, smoky aromas from Port Ellen greet you. It’s followed by notes of orange, raisins, figs and cinnamon.

TASTE: Abundant spice and dried fruits from Speyside and Highland whiskies are perfectly balanced with vanilla. They release layers of sweet fruits, dark chocolate, toffee and roast nuts.

FINISH: Port Ellen gives a coastal smokiness that gathers momentum through the long finish.

DESCRIPTION

Complex, full and spicy

COLOUR: Antique gold

AROMA: Balanced with toasted grains, gentle wood notes and a tantalizing hint of sweet vanilla

TASTE: Complex balance of rye spiciness, caramel and oak notes, warm and creamy

FINISH: Long clean finish with hints of clove, oak and vanilla

Founded in 1982 by German-born Jrg Rupf, St. George Spirits is one of the oldest craft distilleries in the United States. The distillery, housed in an old World War II airplane hangar on a former naval base on the edge of San Francisco, is home to Lance Winters, mad scientist and St. George's master distiller. Winters, who is widely-known for experimenting with different types of spirits, has a laboratory dominated by a 10-liter test still in addition to the glass beakers and graduated cylinders that cover every inch of counterspace. Next to the dusty chalkboards caked with equations for the conversion of sugar to alcohol and intricate diagrams of molecular structures are bottles of experimental whiskeys, vodkas and even an aging balsamic vinegar (it's 14 years old already). According to St. George Master Distiller Lance Winters, St. George Single Malt Baller Whiskey is a California take on the Japanese spin on Scotch whisky. It is crafted from 100% American barley, mostly made of two-row pale malted barley, the remainder lightly roasted. The whiskey is filtered through maple charcoal and matured for 34 years in ex-bourbon and French oak wine casks, before being finished in umeshu barrels, a Japanese style of plum liqueur crafted from 100% California-grown ume fruit. The distinctive label, which re-imagines the legend of St. George as a samurai was designed by Oakland artist Sylvia Solochek Walters, and calligraphy by Eri Takase of Takase Studios. 

Teaming up with their close cohorts at Sons of Vancouver distillery in Vancouver BC, 2Bar Spirits embarked on a distinctive venture: aging their 2Bar Straight Bourbon Whiskey in Amaretto barrels from Sons of Vancouver. This collaboration birthed a truly exceptional elixir—an enticing blend that harmoniously merges the captivating essence of amaretto with the robust character of 2Bar Bourbon. The resulting libation, boasting a formidable 90 proof, tantalizes the senses with delightful amaretto nuances while preserving the full-bodied richness of 2Bar Bourbon. 2BAR Spirits proudly carries forward a legacy rooted in five generations of land stewardship under the revered 2BAR brand. Their commitment to quality, self-reliance, and tireless dedication spans over a century, now exemplified in the meticulously handcrafted spirits originating from Seattle, Washington.

Put a little sizzle with your sweetness. Creativity is at the heart of this whiskey when we added the sweet taste of mango and complemented it with a spicy habanero pepper finish. Perfect for creating cocktails with a kick!

A sought-after single malt, the truest to Speyside’s iconic flavour profile. Longmorn’s 2023 annual release 18 year old was aged in barrels and hogsheads. A single batch single malt whisky, produced at one moment in time to capture our signature style.

Tasting notes: This whisky reveals rich tasting notes of toffee apples, apricots and fresh tropical fruit before a subtly sweet finish of creamy milk chocolate.

Jos. A. Magnus & Co. distillery was re-established in 2015, but the legacy of Joseph Magnus Bourbon dates back to the 1890s. After Magnus' great-grandson rediscovered an old bottle of his ancestor's whiskey amongst family heirlooms, the idea was hatched to revive the art of finished bourbon. Samples were taken from that 122-year-old bottle and the liquid was reverse-engineered. Joseph Magnus Bourbon is comprised of 12-year-old bourbon from MGP in Indiana and triple-cask finished over several months in Oloroso sherry, Pedro Ximenez sherry, and cognac casks at the Jos. A. Magnus & Co. distillery in Washington, D.C. The art of finishing and blending bourbon across the three casks imparts distinctive notes to the finished spirit. This inspired bourbon has rich and deep notes of vanilla, citrus, dark chocolate, brown sugar, and dark stone fruits which deliver a lingering, warm finish. Joseph Magnus Bourbon has received numerous accolades at the highest levels of competition: Double Gold in 2016 and 2017 in both San Francisco World Spirits Competition and New York World Wine & Spirits Competition and Gold Medal, Best in Class Whiskey 2016 at ADI, to name a few. The Joseph Magnus Murray Hill Club expression is a recreation of Magnus' pre-Prohibition spirit that employs the same techniques as he would have used more than a century ago. It's a blend of 18 and 11-year-old bourbon with 9-year-old light whiskey that was aged in used barrels. Bottled at 103 proof, this expression has won the coveted Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2019.

Ancient buffalo carved paths through the wilderness that led American pioneers and explorers to new frontiers. One such trail led to the banks of the Kentucky River where Buffalo Trace Distillery has been making bourbon whiskey the same way for more than 200 years. In tribute to the mighty buffalo and the rugged, independent spirit of the pioneers who followed them, we created our signature Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.

TASTING NOTES

Palate: Bold spice note with black pepper, walnut, vanilla, cinnamon caramel, and cherry.

Nose: Strong notes of spice with hints of oak and wood barrel and occasional leather and tobacco. 

Color: Reddish cooper.

Finish: Medium length finish with caramel, oak, cinnamon, and vanilla notes and rich lingering earthly spice taste. 

Most Recent Awards

2020 Gold Medal - World Whiskies Awards

2020 Silver Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition

2019 Gold Medal; 91 points - Beverage Testing Institute

2019 Silver Medal - New York World Spirits Competition

2019 Silver Outstanding - Whiskies of the World

2019 Double Gold Medal - North American Bourbon & Whiskey Competition

2019 Gold Medal - Los Angeles International Spirits Competition

2019 Gold Medal - American Whiskey Masters

2019 Silver Medal - San Francisco World Spirits Competition

2019 Silver Medal - Denver International Spirits Competition

A SINGLE MALT THAT MARRIES TRADITION WITH INNOVATION

Blue Peak is an American single malt distilled at high altitude, aged in new American oak barrels, and Solera finished, a maturation process typically used in wine, resulting in a rich and mellow whiskey.

PROCESS & PROFILE

Named for a 13-thousand-foot peak in Aspen, Stranahan’s Blue Peak Single Malt is double-distilled at high altitude and aged for 4 years in new American oak barrels with a #3 char, imbuing a warm, toasted flavor. The Solera finished spirit boasts flavors of creamy butterscotch, brown sugar plus baked apples with notes of cayenne and toasted oak.

NOSE: Dried apricot, nutmeg, cinnamon toast, hints of leather and light tobacco.

PALATE: Creamy butterscotch and brown sugar, baked apples, with notes of cayenne and toasted oak.

FINISH: Rich and mellow, earthy malt gently fades into lingering spices.

Knappogue Castle introduces the Knappogue Castle 12 Year Old Cognac Finish as a notable addition to their 'Cask Finish Series'. This particular Single Malt undergoes a meticulous process that involves triple distillation, non-chill filtration, and a minimum 12-year maturation period in ex-bourbon barrels. Following this, it receives an exceptional finishing touch by spending additional time in Cognac Casks.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Refreshing citrus tones accompanied by a subtle hint of vanilla.

Taste: Experience the delightful sweetness of grape jam complemented by gentle notes of ginger spice and the comforting essence of baked fruits.

Prepare for a sensory journey like no other as we showcase an award-winning bourbon that embodies craftsmanship and innovation.

THOUGHTS Bourbon is crafted using time-honored techniques combined with ingenuity. We utilize smaller barrels to elevate the bourbon-making process — unlocking a symphony of flavors and aromas. The result is a remarkable transformation as the bourbon absorbs the wood's rich characteristics faster.

With every sip of THOUGHTS, you'll experience a fusion of robust oak undertones, and a delightful hint of caramel, with the smoothest finish in the business. Our bourbon is a testament to the artistry and dedication poured into every bottle.

Discover THOUGHTS — the bourbon that combines tradition with an unyielding pursuit of originality.

In 1876, John D. Willett one of Kentucky's original bourbon aristocrats transferred his interest in the Willett & Frenke Distillery to his sons-in-law, Benjamin Mattingly, and Thomas Moore. Mattingly and Moore continued to operate the Willett & Frenke Distillery together until 1881 when Mattingly finally sold his stake in the company to a group of investors. Within a few years, Thomas Moore acquired complete control over the distillery and eponymously renamed it. Moore would continue to operate the distillery for another five decades until he was ultimately forced to close his doors at the onset of Prohibition. Today, the Barton 1792 Distillery operates on the same site as the historic Tom Moore Distillery and continues to use the same methods that Moore used over a century ago when distilling his own bourbon. 1792 Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is made from a mash of corn, rye, and malted barley. While the use of corn in the bourbon's recipe adds classic notes of buttered bread, biscuits and roasted nuts, the heavy use of rye in the bourbon's mashbill yields a more complex and full-bodied whiskey. After the grains are harvested, they are mashed and fermented before being distilled through a copper-pot still. In 1897, the Bottled-in-Bond Act revolutionized the quality of American whiskey. Carrying on that tradition, this well-aged bourbon from barrels all filled during the same season was bottled at exactly 100 proof for a bold taste and lingering finish - a testament to the Bottled-in-Bond Act established over a century ago.

The Traverse City Whiskey Co. American Cherry Edition Whiskey is a delightful expression from a Michigan-based distillery. This whiskey artfully infuses the rich, sweet essence of locally sourced Montmorency cherries with their premium bourbon. The result is a harmonious blend that tantalizes the palate with the natural flavors of ripe cherries, complemented by the warmth and complexity of aged bourbon. Each sip offers a balanced sweetness and a hint of oak, making it a versatile spirit perfect for sipping neat, on the rocks, or in cocktails. Traverse City Whiskey Co.'s American Cherry Edition is a testament to their dedication to craftsmanship and the distinctive flavors of the region.

Black Button Bespoke Blend 4 Year Batch 4 Straight Bourbon Whiskey is a small-batch gem from Black Button Distilling in Rochester, NY. Aged for four years, it boasts a deep amber hue and enticing aromas of caramel, vanilla, and oak. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious blend of flavors, including caramel, butterscotch, and hints of spice, with a velvety smooth finish. Each batch is carefully crafted and uniquely blended, showcasing the distillery's commitment to quality and innovation. Whether enjoyed neat or in cocktails, this bourbon is sure to impress with its balanced flavor profile and exceptional craftsmanship.

Allen Katz, co-founder of New York Distilling Co., together with Tom Potter, founder of Brooklyn Brewery, Katz opened the doors to the 5,000 square-foot New York Distilling Co. facility in Brooklyn (the distillery straddles the neighborhoods of Williamsburg and Greenpoint one door to the distillery opens up to the Williamsburg zip code and the other to the Greenpoint zip code) in 2011. Since its launch, the distillery has produced a number of highly innovative and original spirits. This Ragtime Rye is the passion project of the New York Distilling Company. A longtime goal came to life as their whiskey came of age, in 53-gallon new, charred American oak barrels. The distillery's lineup includes several innovative releases including this Ragtime rye. This spirit spent 3.5 years in the barrel, handcrafted from a mash of 72% rye, 16% corn and 12% barley. 

In 1876, John D. Willett one of Kentucky's original bourbon aristocrats transferred his interest in the Willett & Frenke Distillery to his son-in-laws, Benjamin Mattingly and Thomas Moore. Mattingly and Moore continued to operate the Willett & Frenke Distillery together until 1881, when Mattingly finally sold his stake in the company to a group of investors. Within a few years, Thomas Moore acquired complete control over the distillery and eponymously renamed it. Moore would continue to operate the distillery for another five decades, until he was ultimately forced to close his doors at the onset of Prohibition. Today, the Barton 1792 Distillery operates on the same site as the historic Tom Moore Distillery, and continues to use the same methods that Moore used over a century ago when distilling his own bourbon. 1792 Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is made from a mash of corn, rye and malted barley. While the use of corn in the bourbon's recipe adds classic notes of buttered bread, biscuits and roasted nuts, the heavy use of rye in the bourbon's mashbill yields a more complex and full-bodied whiskey. After the grains are harvested, they are mashed and fermented before being distilled through a copper-pot still. After distillation, the bourbon is aged in new, American oak casks for a minimum of eight years in Warehouse Z on the distillery's estate in Bardstown, Kentucky. Warehouse Z is situated on the edge of a bluff and as a result, enjoys the intense heat and humidity that are ideal for maturing whiskey. "When it comes to barrel aging," says Ken Pierce, Barton 1792's master distiller, "it's just like real estate location, location, location. That's why 1792 ages in Warehouse Z up there on the bluff." In addition, during the maturation process, Pierce samples each cask of bourbon as it rests to determine when the bourbon has reached its peak of maturity. "Quality in, quality out," says Pierce, who has over two decades of experience at the distillery. 1792 Small Batch Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, is named after the year that Kentucky achieved statehood in the United States. This full proof bourbon is bottled at its original 125 entry proof, just as it was years ago when the barrels were first filled. This exceptionally distinct full proof bourbon earned a Silver medal at the 2018 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, and 93 points at the 2018 Ultimate Spirits Challenge. Pick up your bottle today!

John Emerald Distilling Company is a family-run small-batch craft distillery from Opelika, Alabama that has been operational since 2014. It is the first legal distillery that opened in the state since the end of the Prohibition era, a year short of a hundred years later. It all started when John and his son Jimmy Sharp, both homebrewers, started looking into opening a brewery. Finding the market to be oversaturated, they turned to craft distilling instead and started rigorous training and education. They came upon an old cotton warehouse in Opelika, a small and business-friendly town where the mayor welcomed them with open arms. The distillery now operates on 8 thousand square feet and has a tasting room that is open for visitors. They produce several spirits using their 350-gallon hybrid pot, each product named after one of John's and Jimmy's ancestors their (grand) father John Emerald Sharp, a successful businessman, being the distillery's namesake. The spirits include award-winning gin, vodka, rum, and a single malt. The latter John Emerald Alabama Single Malt Whiskey is at the very core of their lineup and is the only one to share the name with the distillery itself. Then there's Hugh Wesley's Gin, Elizabeth Vodka, Spurgeon's Barrel Aged Rum, and Gene's Spiced Rum. This expression in John Emerald's Purveyor's Series Double Wood is a bourbon whiskey that is aged in new American oak barrels. But there's a twist, the barrels are filled with wood chips. In this case, toasted American white oak chips are used. The unique way of finishing the whiskey ensures that an extraordinary amount of liquid comes into contact with the wood, imparting the nicely-balanced sweet bourbon with an extra layer of oakiness.