Bourbon Cask Matured Whisky

Region: Japan

Distillery: Chichibu

Age: 2010-2016

ABV: 59.3%

Cask: Bourbon, Oloroso Sherry

Size: 700 ml

Bottled in October 2016 as a Travel Exclusive release limited to 293 bottles for the Japan market. This Single Cask was first matured in a Bourbon barrel, followed by American White Oak/Oloroso Sherry Hogshead.

Region: Highlands, Scotland

Distillery: Glenmorangie

Age: 10 Years

ABV: 43%

Cask: Unknown

Size: 2000 ml

Region: Lowlands (Scotland)

Distillery: Auchentoshan

Age: 35 Years

ABV: 46.9%

Cask: Bourbon

Size: 700 ml

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Kilchoman

Age: NAS

Abv: 46%

Cask: bourbon, sherry cask

Size: 700 ml

The sixth official release from Kilchoman (i.e. one of the earlier bottlings) is a vatting of three year old and four year old whisky from first fill and refill bourbon casks with the four year old finished in sherry casks for about a month. Lots of smoke, iodine, and salty notes with hints of oloroso in the background. A great bottling to taste a Kilchoman from its early days.

Please note that this bottle is without any box. 

Region: USA

Distillery: WhistlePig

Age: 12 Years Old

ABV: 43%

Cask: New American Oak

Size: 700 ml

An Old World Rye style Whiskey that has been bottled at 86-proof (43% ABV). Matured for 12 years in New American Oak, the spirit is then furthen finished in Old Wine Casks in the following prooprtion, Madeira (63%), Sauternes (30%) and Port (7%). Nose: Caramel, Vanilla, Winter Fruit. Palate: Rye spice, apricots, plums, raisins, dates and honey. Finish: Dark Chocolate, winter fruit, caramel. (Producer Tasting Notes)

Region: Campbeltown (Scotland)

Distillery: Glengyle

Age: 12 Years Old

ABV: 46%

Cask: Bourbon/Sherry

Size: 700 ml

This whisky is a 2022 release single malt whisky from Mitchell’s Glengyle distillery. A lightly peated malt which has been aged in a combination of bourbon casks (about 70%) and sherry casks (about 30%). Re-opened in 2004 after being closed for almost 80 years, the Glengyle distillery finally came back to the Mitchell family (owners of Springbank) in 2000. Nose: oak notes are dominant, followed by toasted marshmallows and dried fruit pudding, as well as cherries, marzipan and a hint of peat Palate: initially fruity with citrus notes and orange peel, after this: vanilla, butterscotch, honeycomb and digestive biscuits can all be tasted and enjoyed Finish: velvet and smooth with lemon meringue, to conclude, there’s an oiliness and a saltiness that you’d expect from a Campbeltown dram (Tasting Notes from the Distillery) 

Region: Campbeltown (Scotland)

Distillery: Glengyle

Age: 12 Years Old

ABV: 46%

Cask: Bourbon/Sherry

Size: 700 ml

This whisky is a 2021 release single malt whisky from Mitchell’s Glengyle distillery, this is a lightly peated malt which has been aged in a combination of bourbon casks (about 70%) and sherry casks (about 30%). Re-opened in 2004 after being closed for almost 80 years, the Glengyle distillery finally came back to the Mitchell family (owners of Springbank) in 2000. 

Nose: oak notes are dominant, followed by toasted marshmallows and dried fruit pudding, as well as cherries, marzipan and a hint of peat Palate: initially fruity with citrus notes and orange peel, after this: vanilla, butterscotch, honeycomb and digestive biscuits can all be tasted and enjoyed Finish: velvet and smooth with lemon meringue, to conclude, there’s an oiliness and a saltiness that you’d expect from a Campbeltown dram (Tasting Notes from the Distillery).

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Region: Campbeltown (Scotland)

Distillery: Springbank

Age: 10 Years Old

ABV: 46%

Cask: Bourbon

Size: 700 ml

This is the 2021 release of the popular Hazelburn 10 Years Old from Springbank. The first release in 2014 got 90 points in Whiskyfun.

Using Springbank's triple distilled unpeated spirit and matured in Bourbon cask for 10 years. Nose: minerals, pear, fresh honey and vanilla. Palate: Oily, citrus fruit and a fresh mouth feel Finish: Oily and chewy in medium length. 

Please note that No Box is available.

Region: Islay, Scotland

Distillery: Laphroaig

Age: N/A

ABV: 57.2%

Cask: Quarter Cask

Size: 700 ml

Laphroaig Cairdeas Feis Ile 2017 is matured in a Quarter Cask and bottled at Cask Strength. A Quarter Cask as the name implies is a smaller (quarter of the original Barrel) cask which results in increased contact bewteen whisky and wood and an active maturation and intense flavours. Nose:  A characteristic Laphroaig with minerals, peat smoke and oak spices balanced with subtle fruits Palate: Peat smoke with spices again with peppery notes and salty notes intertwines with malty sweetness Finish: a strong finish with hints of salty notes, green fruits and lingering sweetness.

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Craigellachie

Age: 17 Years Old

ABV: 46%

Size: 700 ml 

Craigellachie, one of the few remaining distilleries to use worm tub condensers produces a spirit with the usual meaty, heavier flavours. This 17 Year Old expression matured in is the first release of 2014 (Batch 98-ZC21) and has since become a part of the regular releases. Nose: Pear, apples with a creamy and buttery note, oak spices, a hint of smoke Palate: a strong start with a spicy, aromatic sweetness with tropical fruits and a creamy texture Finish: Smoky with a hint of pepper. 

Region: Campbeltown (Scotland)

Distillery: Springbank

Age: 10 Years

ABV: 55.6%

Cask: Bourbon / Tokaji

Size: 700 ml

Matured for 8 years in refill bourbon barrels and an additional 2 years in fresh Tokaji (Hungarian Sweet Wine) casks this 1995 vintage Longrow is part of the wood expressions released by the Distillery in 2005 with an outturn of 7440 bottles. Nose: Sweet mix of raisins, plums and caramel, a bit of peat and light smoke with tobacco Palate: Dry and full bodied with a creamy touch, full of the berries and raisins with some herbs and peat Finish: A long finish of berry jam and toffee apple with hints of spicy smoke at the end.

Please note that the condition of the box/packaging (there is a wear and tear given that the bottle was released in 2005). However, bottle and the seal is in good condition. Sold in "As Is" condition.

Region: Campbeltown (Scotland)

Distillery: Springbank

Age: 10 Years Old

ABV: 46%

Cask: Sherry, Bourbon

Size: 700 ml

First distilled in 1973, Longrow is the double distilled, heavily peated style Single Malt from the Springbank Distillery. Longrow 1994 vintage is reportedly matured in a mix of ex-bourbon and ex-sherry casks. Vintage releases have since been discontinued by the Distillery. 

Nose: Subtle fruity mix of smoke and wood, a bit of peat, sea salt and seaweed Palate: Sweetness, honey and vanilla, along with some peppery notes and hint of peat Finish: Lingering peat and smoke.

Please note small nick on the front label. Sold in "As Is" condition.

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Balvenie

Age: 14 Years

ABV: 47.5%

Cask: American Oak/Golden Caribbean Rum

Size: 700 ml

A non-chill filtered Balvenie which was matured in traditional oak whisky casks (i.e. ex-Bourbon American Oak) and further finished in Golden Caribbean Rum cask. Bottled at 47.5%, this is a beautiful combination of fruit and spice. Chocolate, orange and vanilla build into a dry oaky finish. (Tasting Notes from Producer). This was launched in 2010 as a travel retail exclusive.

Please note the stain on the label and the box and level of whisky. The seal is in good condition. This product is sold in "As Is" condition.

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Kininvie

Age: 23 Years

ABV: 42.6%

Size: 350 ml

This is the second batch release from Kininvie matured for 23 years in hogsheads and sherry butts.

Region: Campbeltown (Scotland)

Distillery: Springbank

Age: 10 Years Old

ABV: 46%

Cask: Sherry, bourbon

Size: 700 ml

First distilled in 1973, Longrow is the double distilled, heavily peated style Single Malt from the Springbank Distillery.

This Longrow is a 1995 Vintage whisky which delivers rich, complex flavours of sour fruits, oils, sea salt, orange peel with a long lasting finish of black pepper, spices and smoke.  

Region: Campbeltown (Scotland)

Distillery: Springbank

Age: 8 Years Old

ABV: 46%

Cask: Sherry cask, Bourbon cask

Size: 700 ml

First released in 2005, the 8 Year Old Hazelburn Single Malt has since been discontinued. This 8 year is reportedly a combination of sherry (40%) and bourbon (60%) casks.

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Ardbeg

Age: NAS

ABV: 46.6%

Cask: New Charred Oak/ First Fill Bourbon / PX Sherry

Size: 700 ml

Named after the southern most point of Islay, which is Mull of Oa (the rounded headland that shelters the distillery from the wild Atlantic) this is a vatting of different cask maturations including new charred oak, PX Sherry and first fill bourbon.

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Mortlach

Age: 12 Years

ABV: 43.4%

Cask: Sherry, bourbon cask

Size: 750 ml

Matured for 12 years in a combination of sherry and bourbon casks, this 12 year bottling is named after the smallest of their six copper stills, named "The Wee Witchie".

Mortlach's unique and precise 2.81 times distillation technique which is 0.81 more than the usual Scotch standard has also given it the reputation as the "Beast of Dufftown". Rich and fruity with hints of umami, light spice, dark chocolate and cherries leading to a smooth yet dry finish. (Tasting Notes from the Producer)