Macallan Classic Cut 2023
$224.99
The replacement for the beloved Macallan Cask Strength is the Classic Cut. It is released as an annual NAS bottling. 50.3%
Producer Description
"The 2023 Edition explores dynamic, multisensory dimensions inspired by the whisky's unique tasting notes, while the addition of 'one cut' of water opens up a new, sensorial world from pear to almond biscotti. This high strength release demonstrates The Macallan’s ongoing quest to seek out the extraordinary."
GrainHenge Whisky Meeting Creek No.3
$111.99
From Grain Henge/Troubled Monk in Red Deer, Alberta, this single malt whisky release was matured in cask for at least 3 and up to 6 years is bottled at an impressive 56.4%.
The whisky is made from a mash of 2 Row, Amber, Brown Malt, Chocolate Malt, and Crystal Malt. This is somewhat similar to the mash used to make Troubled Monk Brewing's Open Road American Brown Ale.
Cask types used:
- #2 Char New American Oak (Aged 39 Months)
- #3 Char New American Oak (Aged 73 Months)
- Ex-Bourbon (Aged 55 Months)
Producer Description
"Introducing Meeting Creek No. 3, the latest release in our GrainHenge Whisky line—a small-batch, Alberta-crafted single malt with deep, roasted flavours and rich notes of caramel and chocolate. Following in the award-winning footsteps of its predecessors, Meeting Creek No. 1 and No. 2, which have each earned awards, this edition brings the same dedication to craft with a bold, refined character."
Raasay NaSia Gold Medal Peated Chinkapin
$149.99
This cask was not merely selected by Canadian importer Gold Medal Marketing, but rather Andy Dunn bought it as a future, and patiently waited while it matured. This is a peated Raasay, matured in a freshly charred and toasted, custom-made Chinkapin oak cask, bottled at 61.4%.
Chinkapin oak or Quercus Muehlenbergii, is a type of American white oak cask native to central and eastern North America.
Amrut Kurinji Single Malt
$114.99
Kurinji was a neat little surprise when we were tasting our way through the Victoria Whisky Festival. Our good friend Ashok pulled this out and poured a dram, with a big smile on his face. It was easy to smile along. This is a ridiculously pretty little sipper. Easy going and very charming. The label says Batch 1, so hopefully we see more editions in the future.
46% abv
Talisker NAS Special Releases 2023
$189.99
Mid-level peated malt from western Isle of Skye. This non-age stated Talisker seems to be a variant on Port Rhuighe, but cranked up to 59.7% abv. This one should be an absolute powder keg!
Mortlach NAS Special Releases 2023
$449.99
This is an NAS bottling of Mortlach, but with the price, we have to assume it has a bit of age behind it. The whisky was bottled at 58% after finishing in ex-Kanosuke Japanese Whisky and ex-Pinot Noir Casks.
Bruichladdich Black Art 11.1
$779.99
The 11th incarnation of Bruichladdich's Black Art series is a 24 year old bottled at 44.1%.
Producer Description
"An enigmatic alchemy which relies on nature, craftsmanship and the gentle passing of time. What happens inside each cask, under the darkness of the warehouse remains a mystery. Black Art 11 continues that elusive mastery. Only Head Distiller Adam Hannett knows what has gone into crafting the precious 24-year-old single malt. The barley and cask type remain a mystery, with the final recipe undisclosed."
Benromach Peat Smoke Bourbon 2014
$85.99
This whisky is produced from more heavily peated malt than the standard Benromach. It has been bottled at 46%, after maturing in first-fill ex-Bourbon casks.
The current edition of the Peat Smoke is 8 years old and made with malt peated to 57 ppm. Vintage is 2014.
Benromach Peat Smoke Sherry 2014
$92.99
Part of the Contrasts Range, this Benromach was produced from malt peated to 57ppm and fully matured in First Fill Sherry Hogshead casks. Bottled at 46%.