Cooper's Choice Glen Spey 13 Year
$97.99
This 2011 vintage Glen Spey was finished in a Sauternes Cask before bottling at 13 years of age and 51.5%.
Dumangin Whisky Bushmills 2014
$134.99
This one says its first maturation was for 6 years in (probably in ex-Bourbon) before a 12-month finish in a Ratafia Champenois Barrel. So...a seven-year-old then, rather than 6? Who knows? Maybe they were short a day or two somewhere in there. Either way, we love Bushmills. Especially when it comes from the indie bottlers.
282 bottles. Natural colour and non-chill filtered. 47.3%
Ardbeg Anthology 15 Year
$196.99
This 15 year old Ardbeg, the third and final release in the Anthology Series, is "The Beithir's Tale". It was matured in custom char American oak ex-Bourbon Barrels before bottling at 46%.
Producer Description
"The final chapter in the Ardbeg Anthology Collection has reared its smoky head. Introducing The Beithir’s Tale, a rare and elusive dram inspired by one of the most fearsome creatures ever said to stalk the Distillery’s shores.
"Aged for 15 years in special designer charred bourbon casks, these barrels have been air-seasoned, heavily toasted, and then lightly charred.
"This whisky is inspired by the tale of the Beithir* – a fearsome serpent that slithered into the Distillery (or so the story goes). Spotted among the barrels, it had three prized casks lodged in its belly. Charmed away by an enchanting melody piped from a chanter, the hypnotised beast fled into the Atlantic, leaving the barrels bobbing on the waves."
Arran Signature Ed.2 Barrel Bonfire
$134.99
The 2nd Edition in The Signature Series from Arran, which is planned to span four releases in total. Barrel Bonfire showcases and embraces the Lochranza Distillery's batches of peated spirit. The 42ppm malt was distilled in and filled into ex-Bourbon Barrels in 2012. It was transferred into ex-Koval Distillery quarter casks that previously matured Bourbon in September of 2018. The result was bottled in early 2024 at 50% ABV.
Producer Description
"Over the course of the secondary maturation, the intensity of the heavily peated whisky has taken on an even more complex and full-bodied character. The smaller the size of cask, the greater the surface contact area between the wood and the spirit, effectively creating an environment for ‘express’ maturation. The resulting whisky has the benefit of more intense flavours which add depth and greater nuance to the final dram. Smokier notes mingle with the well-loved charred citrus and sweet vanilla spices of Arran Single Malt, evoking a bonfire made from barrel staves."
Roseisle 12 Year Special Release 2024
$191.99
The inaugural Roseisle 12-year-old was a highlight of last year's Diageo Special Releases. In terms of flavour profile, it sits comfortably in the 'safe zone,' but in terms of execution, it offers a fair bit more than a typical Speysider in this age bracket. We've been anxiously awaiting the arrival of additional expressions from this distillery ever since. And while it would be nice to have something a little more exotic than a second version of essentially the same whisky (same age and cask makeup), it's also a great opportunity to see how consistent we can expect Roseisle to be.
Producer Description
"From the cutting-edge Roseisle Distillery, this is our second ever expression. Our Malt Master evokes a sublime Single Malt Scotch Whisky that soars with profound flavour, building on the folds of a previous flight, born of seemingly simple elements. Matured in first-fill ex-Bourbon and refill casks, rich flavours blossom with smooth creamy texture. Notes of ripe fruit and white chocolate lie beneath the sweet vanilla aroma. Nuanced spice balances warm complexity, ending with a long, rich finish. Experience pure harmony from technical artistry. Precise refinement to achieve exquisite balance."
55.6% abv
Ichiro's Malt & Grain World Blend
$99.99
Ichiro's Malt & Grain is a blend of whiskies made around the world. The blend is created by Ichiro Akuto, who owns and operates the famed Chichibu Distillery in Saitama, Japan. Beyond Chichibu Single Malt Whisky being part of the blend, the other distilleries used are not disclosed. Bottled at 46.5%.
Whisky Trail Cows BenRiach 15 Year
$179.99
This 15 year old BenRiach, from the 'Highland Cows' series under The Whisky Trail (Elixir Distillers), is from a Hogshead filled in 2008. 52.1% exclusive to KWM!
About The Whisky Trail
"This Whisky Trail range has been inspired by Scotland’s 2003 Land Reform Act: Freedom to Roam. This Act gives everyone the right to access the countryside for recreational and educational purposes. There are 28 single cask bottlings that are a part of this range, and highlight the scenes found while exploring Scotland’s awe-inspiring landscape. Only whiskies that demonstrate the most exceptional characteristics are bottled as part of the Whisky Trail range - each cask as unique as a fingerprint, no two expressions will ever be the same. To ensure each whisky maintains its full flavour and cask character, we never chill-filter or add colour."
Why Highland Cows (Coos)
"Highland Cows are known for their physical attributes and being indigenous to Scotland. They are viewed as symbols of Scotland’s rich cultural heritage and natural beauty."
Ardnamurchan The Midgie
$82.99
This is batch 2 of The Midgie, bottled at 48%, from a mashbill of 75% unpeated and 25% peated malt, matured in Bourbon Barrels( 50%), Port Barriques (48%), and Sherry Casks (2%). Limit 1 Per Customer!
Producer Description
"The Ardnamurchan Midgie has been crafted to honour Scotland’s most infamous creature the Highland Midge. This years release brings together 50% ex-American bourbon barrels, 48% Port Barriques and 2% Sherry casks. It's a split of 75% unpeated spirit and 25% peated."
Cadenhead Original Burnside 28 Year
$364.99
This is a teaspooned Blended Malt - like originally distilled at Balvenie distillery and then "teaspooned with a small amount of Glenfiddich or Kininvie to ensure it cannot be sold or identified as Balvienie, or called a single malt any longer. It was distilled in 1996 and bottled after 28 years at 46%.
From Cadenhead's Website
Burnside*, created by William Grant & Sons, is what’s known as a ‘teaspooned’ malt. This blended malt displays notes of old leather books, gorse bushes, papaya and golden syrup. Superbly balanced with an abundance of flavour throughout.
*This is not a distillery name, Cadenhead's owns the trademark for the name "Burnside"