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Usquaebach "An Ard Ri" Blended Scotch Whisky

Usquaebach

750 ml | 57.1% ABV
Whiskey | Scotch

Whiskey: Usquaebach "An Ard Ri" Blended Scotch

A limited edition release of Usquaebach blended malt Scotch whisky, bottled at cask strength and bestowed the name 'An Ard Ri', which translate from Gaelic to 'The High King'. Blue glass bottles (shaped like the classic Usquaebach flagon) were produced, housed in cases that make it look like the bottle is being protected from people being lowered down from the ceiling on a wire to steal it.

Size: 750ML

Proof: 114.2 (57.1% ABV)

Origin: Scotland

Distillery: Bladnoch Distillery

Detailed Description

The An Ard Ri ("The High King" in Gaelic) is the first new release from Usquaebach in nearly 25 years. This cask strength blend is a vatted malt made from more than 20 Highland single malts ranging from 10 to 21 years of age. The casks come from Master Blender Stewart H. Laing's personal collection and the whiskies selected include Inchgower, Benrinnes, Craigellachie, Glengoyne, Dailuaine, Blair Athol, and Auchroisk. Bottled at 57.1%, only 2,000 bottles were produced and released in 2016 within the United States.

Usquaebach "An Ard Ri" Blended Scotch Whisky Tasting Notes

Nose: A rich yet slightly taut, complex nose that's almost savory at times. Initially, there's light, floral honey, overripe pineapple, honeydew melon, and a mineral, almost white wine fruitiness. Close behind, malt syrup, cereal flakes, and leftover cereal milk mingle with almond extract and a hint of toasted pecans. There are some subtle old library notes, smooth and worn oak, and leather, and mild spice notes of vanilla bean, peppercorns, allspice, dried star anise, and clove. Behind all of this, loitering in the shadows, is a faint hint of peat. Adding a little water adds a bit of citrus sweetness, plays up the milky malt a bit more and gives everything a little more room to breath.

Palate: A quite nice, lush, viscous mouthfeel. There's darker honey now, along with juicy raisins, prunes, and mixed tropical fruits. While there's still notes of caramelized grain, there's additional hints of bittersweet chocolate, and a more pronounced nuttiness salted almonds and candied walnuts. The oak is sturdier but still of the old library variety. The spices are stronger and lightly herbal with quite a bit of black pepper and raw ginger, Vietnamese cinnamon, clove, and a bit of fennel. As with the nose, water brings out more citrus and a bit more nutty complexity.

Finish: A slightly wine-y, honey and raisin sweetness fades slowly along with a slightly bitter nuttiness, and a mix of tannic oak and spice.

Distillery Information

Bladnoch Distillery is a Single malt Scotch whisky distillery in south west Scotland. It is one of six remaining Lowland distilleries, located at Bladnoch, near Wigtown, Dumfries and Galloway. The distillery is situated on the banks of the River Bladnoch, and is the most southerly whisky distillery in Scotland.

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Glencadam 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whiskey

Glencadam

750 ml | 46% ABV
Whiskey | Scotch

 

Light and approachable, the Glencadam 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is an excellent choice for a daily drinker whether youre just getting into Scotch or already a seasoned fan. So dont think twice about picking up a bottle or two today and savor the invigorating flavors of this heavenly Highland Scotch.

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Size: 750ML

Proof: 92 (46% ABV)

Age: 10 Year

Origin: Scotland

Distillery: Glencadam distillery

Detailed Description

Serving as their entry-level offering, the Glencadam 10 Year is a multi-award-winning single malt expression that offers a delicate combination of fruit and spice that is simply irresistible whether it's enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or mixed. Made from 100% malted Scottish barley, the whisky is distilled using traditional copper pot stills before spending a decade maturing in ex-bourbon American oak casks. After which, the resulting whisky is then diluted with pure water and bottled un-colored and un-filtered in clear glass bottles that showcase its gorgeous pale straw gold hue.

Glencadam 10 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whiskey Tasting Notes

Nose: Each dram of this Scotch greets you with a fresh and lively nose of citrus, vanilla, fruits, cut grass, and spicy oak.

Palate: This is immediately followed by a clean, crisp, and well-rounded palate of tart fruits, vanilla, orange peel, nougat, sweet breakfast cereal, baking spices, and toasty oak.

Finish: A long and soothing finish of fresh fruit and malt.

Distillery Information

The Glencadam distillery is a distillery in Brechin, Angus, Scotland that produces single malt Scotch whisky. The distillery is owned by Angus Dundee plc and produces one malt whisky, with the remainder of production sold to blenders or used within Angus Dundee plc for use in blended whisky brands.

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Bruichladdich The Organic 2010 Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Bruichladdich

750 ml | 50% ABV
Whiskey | Scotch

The whisky we distil from the organic barley of Mid Coul reflects the complex natural flavours of the landscape. Just as our stillmen refuse to abandon the traditional crafts of distillation in favour of automation or industrialisation, so farmer William Rose rejects the use of herbicides, pesticides and artificial fertilisers. Crop rotation is key. Our barley must take its turn in a seven year farm cycle that also produces organic cattle, sheep, oats, beans, grass, carrots, market gardening and a megawatt of green electricity. Respecting the land, the soil and the climate nourishes a genuine and thorough understanding of terroir and the results are pure Bruichladdich.

TASTING NOTES

Nose: Fresh malted barley, melon, peach and apricot. Opens up with notes of rich honey, lemon meringue and floral notes of gorse and heather. Vanilla and caramel and pastry notes from the wood are nicely balanced with the intensity of the fruit, waves of pear apple and gooseberry still hint at the fresh green fruits of the spirit.

Taste: Sweet pear drops, vanilla fudge, chocolate and marzipan initially. No aggression here at all just well-integrated flavours and a round gentle texture. The oak and malt notes complement each other so well overlapping each other with toasted rye bread, buttery popcorn and fresh oak, vanilla fudge and smooth caramel merging. The organic barley seems to give more fruit from the distillation and a more viscous texture which is a joy to the olfactory senses.

Finish: Sweet citrus, lemon drops, come through well on the finish and a slight char from the oak gives depth. The finish feels more marine, a little briny alongside the oak and malt which works beautifully.

Character: Elegance, richness and definite Bruichladdich DNA. The depth of flavour comes from the malt and its transformation through the alchemy of distillation. The spirit is pure and fresh, the oak rich and honied, together with time the combination of great oak, superb barley and slow distillation make for an amazing exploration of the fundamentals of making whisky.

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750 ml | 55.3% ABV
Whiskey | Scotch

A rare and highly sought-after single malt Scotch whisky that is aged for an impressive 27 years in a single sherry butt cask. This limited edition whisky is bottled at cask strength, which means that it is not diluted with water before bottling, giving it a rich and complex flavor profile.

The Glendronach distillery is located in the Scottish Highlands and is known for producing exceptional single malt whiskies that are aged in sherry casks. The Single Cask Sherry Butt 27 Year is a prime example of this style of whisky, with its deep and complex flavors that are a result of its long maturation period.

On the nose, the Glendronach Single Cask Sherry Butt 27 Year has a rich and fruity aroma, with notes of raisins, figs, and dark chocolate. On the palate, the whisky is full-bodied and complex, with flavors of dried fruit, Christmas spices, and a hint of oak. The finish is long and satisfying, with a lingering sweetness and a touch of spice.

One of the standout features of this whisky is the sherry cask in which it is aged. The cask imparts a deep and rich flavor to the whisky, with notes of dark fruit, nuts, and oak. The 27-year aging process also gives the whisky a smooth and velvety texture that is a delight to drink.

The Glendronach Single Cask Sherry Butt 27 Year is a rare and highly collectible whisky that is sure to impress even the most discerning whisky aficionados. Its limited edition status and exceptional flavor profile make it a prized possession for any whisky collector, while its rich and complex flavors make it a true delight to drink for anyone who appreciates a high-quality single malt Scotch whisky.

 

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