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Dewar's Signature is the culmination of more than 150 years of blending tradition, yet few will ever be privileged to experience a whisky this sublime, this rarefied and this complex. At the heart of this blend is Aberfeldy Single Malt, aged beyond its years, adding distinction and maturity to the other fine and rare whiskies specially selected for Dewar's 'signature' style. The Marrying Process Only with the final extra 'marrying' in vintage oak casks, a stage both expensive and time consuming, do the individual whiskies harmonise so that the mellow flavour of Dewar's Signature can reach its exquisitely balanced maturity. Limited Edition Strictly limited quantities of Dewar's Signature are released, each bottle numbered by hand and its quality guaranteed unconditionally. Each bottle carries the Dewar signature and, with it, the reputation of generations. Deep golden amber. Sweet and balanced. Rich, fruity mellow notes of sultanas, raisins, apples and honey with vanilla and toffee overtones. Sweet and smooth with a full bodied creamy texture and mouth warming effect. Full bodied. Long and pleasant with a slightly dry finish.

The year was 1971 and it was a day like any other. The locally grown barley had been hand turned on their malting floor. The kiln was drying the malt with their (still secret) combination of peat and coal before their ancient porteus mill ground the grist to their master distiller's satisfaction. If you walked in there today (2005) the same pine washbacks would be fermenting the wash and of course their 'ball' stills would be creating their unique Glendronach spirit before its 'long sleep' in the sherry casks. But something was different that day, the weather perhaps, the particular batch of Oloroso sherry butts. Who knows, perhaps it was a combination of them all. Whatever the reason this batch of Glendronach was quickly marked out as something very special. What can be said is that sadly never again will we see the likes of this hand-made local Glendronach as today they have to source their barley from a wider area. This is truly history in a bottle. But what a bottle. 'The 33' is the finest expression of Glendronach ever made. The sherry butts have imparted their luscious flavour which is perfectly counter balanced by the classic fruitiness of the Glendronach spirit. The finish is long as you would expect, with that trademark hint of peat smoke that their kilns imparted all those years ago. To celebrate 'The 33' they they have specially commissioned a circular wood enclosure, hand made with a hand finished lacquer exterior, with a colour that matches the deep red hue of its precious contents. If you want to own and enjoy what Glendronach believe is the ultimate expression of a sherry matured, highland Scottish whisky from a bygone era, then we believe it is worth every penny. It is only available in a very few selected outlets worldwide.

A cask strength bottling of Oban...rare! Distilled in 1984, matured in refill US oak and bottled at 57.9%, and is limited to 1020 bottles. Lots of melon and gooseberry on the on the nose and a malty finish.

One of the richest and deepest expressions of Glenmorangie, this whisky is an exceptional harmony of Glenmorangie soft scents and deep sherry cask flavours. Colour - Deep walnut brown. Nose - Rich, deep and enticing, this expression of Glenmorangie is bursting with luscious sweet and fruity flavours. Sherry cask flavours have harmonised with Glenmorangie´s soft scents to give a first impression of chocolate toffee with a mixture of dried fruits (dates and figs), subtle spices and sugared almonds. The addition of water releases a myriad of intense ripe fruits, revealing an exceptional combination of soft and dried fruit: plums and peach skins interwoven with dates and figs. Beneath the deep fruits, an amazing symphony of sweetness emerges with mead and honey along with chocolate fudge. Simmering beneath the surface are hints of cocoa, soft leather and walnuts. Taste - Big and full-flavoured, the mouthfeel is an amazing balance of velvety, chewy and mouthwatering effects. The initial sip reveals peach and plum skins progressing to rich fruit cake and chocolate raisins. Later, trifle laced with Oloroso sherry emerges with hints of sultanas, orange peel and walnuts. Finish - Long, rich and mellow with creamy cappuccino, a sprinkling of chocolate powder and cinnamon.

The sea breeze, the peat laden water from the River Laggan, the quality of the casks and a sense of tradition all combine to create the subtle, warm, smoky character which has become synonymous with Bowmore. The 25 yo is amber red in colour with a full and rounded body, the palate is a blend of herbs, sherry and peat with a long and deep finish.

Nose. Restrained peat. Some grassy, moorland, aromas. New-mown hay. Palate. Lemon grass. A suggestion of dried banana. Dessert apples. Against a cereal-grain background. Finish. Scenty. Minty. Appetising. Becomes more lively with age.

Limited Edition of 1500 bottles. Bruichladdich legacy series is the second release of their oldest and best casks which were inherited when they bought the distlilery in Decmber 2000. The image on the tin and label is entiltled 'Loch Indaal from Port Charlotte' was painted by the celebrated artist, Frances McDonald, whose work mainly depicts the scenery of Scotland's Hebridean Islands. Jim McKewan, the Master Distiller has made this persoanl selection of casks dating from 1965 and has carefully vatted them together to create an exceptional limited edition. Cask - 50% American Oak 50% Refill Sherry. Colour - Warm amber, harvest honey gold. Body - The luscious silky smooth supple texture caresses the palate. It's full and focussed and requires lots of aeration time. Nose - An explosion of fruit unbelievable for a spirit of this age. The aromas have moulded beautifully together over the long maturation. Palate - A truly delicious liquid satin mouth feel. The sweetness of the oak vanilla tingles the toungue keeping the fruits in check, but only for a little while, then they too join the party. Creamy and delectable, with just a hint of lemon to remind us of its Island location. Finish - Extended aftertaste that seems to go on into the sunset. A genuine Islay classic.

Delamain é de la Famille Grande Champagne Cognac is an exceedingly rare, unblended, single-cask Cognac distilled by one grower in the village of St.-Preuil. First released in 1984, it is the epitome of the Delamain style. The bottle is appropriately dressed with a handmade, pure hemp paper label produced at the Moulin du Verger near Angoulâme. Aged 15 years by the grower and 40 in Delamain's cellars, it has achieved a natural alcoholic content of 43 percent from 55 years in cask, the strength at which it is bottled, undiluted. Released infrequently and in limited quantity, this exquisite Cognac shows an unrivalled breed and elegance, with notes of licorice, toast and the classic 'rancio charentais' lingering through to the unforgettable finish. Extraordinary delicacy in a rich, full flavoured cognac. Floral spice aromas give way to complex scents of underwood, raisins, vanilla, licorice and honey.