Cask Strength Whisky

Region: Taiwan (World)

Distillery: Kavalan

Age: Bottling Date: 01 Nov 2017 

ABV: 53.2%

Cask: American Oak Wine barrels, Cask Number: W120607001

Size: 700 ml

Kavalan Solist Vinho Barrique Cask Strength is an unique single malt whisky from Taiwan. This older expression is bottled as a limited single cask release (Cask Number: W120607001), with a total of 210 bottles.

Vinho Barrique Cask Strength series was awarded the title of World’s Best Single Malt Whisky in 2015. Fully matured in used American Oak wine barrels, it offers rich and fruity aromas with layers of vanilla, caramel, tropical fruits, and subtle hints of spice and oak. The influence of the wine cask adds a smooth and complex texture with a gentle sweetness. 

Tasting Notes from Distillery: Color: Deep autumn gold. Nose: A rich fusion of vanilla and caramelized sugars. Ripe melon and mango together with kiwi and a delicate blend of citrus fruits burst. Palate: The taste ends with clean and complex flavours embodying all that is best in the finest malt whiskies and a long aftertaste.

Kavalan Solist Vinho is aged in the finest slow grown white oak which is air seasoned for two years. After soaking with some of the world's best wines the casks are hand crafted with a specially developed toasting and charring process in the distillery's own cooperage to bring out the flavours that characterise this fine whisky. Kavalan Solist Vinho is a perfect example of technology and art blended together in perfect harmony.

Please note that the box shows some wear and tear due to the age of these older release bottlings.

Region:  Scotland

Distillery: Glenlivet, Bunnahabhain, Glen Grant, Tamdhu, Invergordon, and Port Dundas

Age: 40 Years

ABV: 41.9% (Cask Strength)

Cask: ex-Bourbon cask and ex-Sherry cask

Size: 700 ml

Released in 2012, this Black Bull 40 Year Old is a blend of select Single Malt and Single Grain whiskies from the renowned Duncan Taylor & Co. vintage cask range. This expression is bottled at natural strength, preserving the character it has developed during its 40-plus years in the cask. The blend consists of approximately 90% malt whiskies and 10% grain, matured in a ratio of about 80% ex-Bourbon casks and 20% ex-Sherry casks. 

As the flagship of the Black Bull range, this superior blend includes whiskies from premium Scottish distilleries such as Glenlivet, Bunnahabhain, Tamdhu, Glen Grant, Invergordon, and Port Dundas. Black Bull 40 Year Old is part of Duncan Taylor’s multi-award-winning stable of blended Scotch whiskies, celebrated for its quality and craftsmanship.

Awards:
The Whisky Independent Bottler of the Year (2009) - Icon of Whisky
The Quality Award IWSC 2008 Blended Scotch Whisky Trophy
The Quality Award IWSC 2008 Gold.
Additionally, it won “Best” for Blended - New Release in 2017 and a Gold Outstanding award for Deluxe Blend - 40 Years in 2014. 

The 1st and 2nd batch were rated 90+ by WhiskyFun. Please note that the box may have some wear and tear.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Karuizawa (Closed)

Age: 31 Years Old (1981-2013）

ABV: 56%

Cask: Sherry butt

Size: 700 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Karuizawa (Closed)

Age: 28 Years Old (1983 - 2012）

ABV: 57.2%

Cask: Sherry butt

Size: 700 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Karuizawa (Closed)

Age: Distilled in 1981, 1982, 1983, and 1984 (casks #6405, #4973, #8184, #6437), bottled in October 2011.

ABV: 59.1%

Cask: Sherry butt

Size: 700 ml

Region: Japan

Distillery: Hanyu Distillery (Closed)

Age:  (Distilled in 1985 - 2000, Bottled in 2014)

ABV: 57.7%

Cask: Various

Size: 700 ml

Region: Highlands

Distillery: Blair Athol Distillery

Age: 12 Year Old (2013-2025)

ABV: 60.5%

Cask: Refill barrique

Size: 700 ml

Blair Athol 12 Year Old is a single cask single malt whisky from the Blair Athol Distillery, independently bottled by Blackadder. Distilled on 15 February 2013 and bottled in June 2025 after maturing for 12 years in a refill barrique (cask no. 302229), this special release celebrates Blackadder’s 30th anniversary with only 261 bottles available.  

Bottled at cask strength of 60.5% ABV as part of the Raw Cask series, it remains no chill-filtered, non-coloured, and contains natural cask sediments for an oily texture. The refill barrique highlights Blair Athol’s signature nutty and fruity character while imparting a bold wood influence.

Region: Speyside

Distillery: Linkwood Distillery

Age: 14 Year Old (2010-2025)

ABV: 56.6%

Cask: 1st Fill PX Sherry Cask

Size: 700 ml

This 14 Year Old single cask single malt Scotch whisky from Linkwood Distillery was independently bottled by Blackadder to mark its 30th anniversary. Distilled on 13 September 2010 and bottled in May 2025 after 14 years of maturation, including a first-fill Pedro Ximénez (PX) sherry cask finish (cask #168), it combines Linkwood’s floral and fruity character with added sherry richness. Only 254 bottles were released.  

Part of Blackadder’s Raw Cask series, it is bottled at cask strength without chill filtration or colouring, retaining natural cask sediments for an oily, authentic texture.

Region: Speyside

Distillery: Benrinnes Distillery

Age: 14 Year Old (2010-2025)

ABV: 55.7%

Cask: First-fill Amontillado Sherry hogshead

Size: 700 ml

Blackadder Benrinnes 14 Year Old single cask single malt Scotch whisky from the Benrinnes distillery, independently bottled by Blackadder to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Distilled in 2010 and bottled in January 2025 after 14 years maturation in a first-fill Amontillado hogshead (cask #303522), it highlights Benrinnes’ robust, meaty style enriched by nutty, oxidative sherry notes.

As part of Blackadder’s Raw Cask series, it is presented at natural cask strength of 55.7% ABV—unchill-filtered, uncolored, with natural cask sediments for an oily, intensely authentic profile. Total of 238 bottles released.

Region: Bangalore, India

Distillery: Amrut Distillery

Age: NAS

ABV: 63.6% (Cask Strength)

Cask: BA2025-01

Size: 700 ml

This single malt Indian whisky from Amrut Distillery in Bangalore was specially selected by Master Distiller Ashok Chokalingam and independently bottled by Blackadder to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Bottled in 2025 as cask BA2025-01, only 125 bottles were released.  

Embodying the spirit of Blackadder’s Raw Cask series, this release remains unfiltered to preserve the natural cask sediments for maximum authenticity. Bottled at a powerful cask strength of 63.6% ABV, it is non-chill-filtered, uncoloured, and retains natural cask particles for a richly oily texture.

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Kilchoman

Age: NAS

ABV: 58.1%

Cask: Bourbon, Oloroso sherry

Size: 700 ml

Kilchoman Machir Bay Cask Strength 2025 is a limited-edition, higher-proof version of Machir Bay Islay single malt. It is bottled at full cask strength rather than the regular 46% ABV, designed to deliver more intense coastal peat smoke. 

Kilchoman Founder Anthony Wills wrote: “One of my favourite whiskies we have released, it has everything I love about Kilchoman spirit, with a little extra punch. There will be a lot of happy Kilchoman fans seeing the Machir Bay Cask Strength back on shelves.” 

Tasting Notes
Nose: The nose is bold and smoky, with sweet vanilla and caramel from the bourbon barrels, layered with citrus and tropical fruit, and hints of floral and mineral complexity.
Palate: On the palate, it is full-bodied and warming, with creamy malt sweetness balancing maritime peat smoke, fresh and candied citrus, toffee, and subtle spice.
Finish: This finish is long and lingering, with smoke gradually giving way to vanilla, toasted coconut, and a soft saline note. (From the Distillery)

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Bowmore

Age: 7 Years Old 

ABV: 59.6%

Cask: 1st Fill Virgin Oak barrel

Size: 700 ml

Region: Speyside

Distillery: Inchgower Distillery

Age: 20 Year Old (July 1995 - September 2015)

ABV: 57.6%

Cask: Sherry Butt

Size: 700 ml

Blackadder Inchgower 20 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky was independently bottled by Blackadder as Raw Cask Statement Edition No. 12 to celebrate the company’s 20th anniversary. Distilled in July 1995 and bottled in September 2015 after 20 years in a single sherry butt, it was released at 57.6% ABV (cask strength) without chill filtration or without addition of any colouring. The Raw Cask series also tends to have natural cask sediment since the whisky is not heavily filtered. 582 bottles were produced. Bottle number for reference only.

The sherry maturation adds an old-school depth to Inchgower’s salty, maritime character. Rated highly on Whiskybase at +87.

Region: Speyside

Distillery: Glen Moray

Age: 31 Year Old (May 1990- May 2021)

ABV: 51.5% (Cask Strength)

Cask: unknown

Size: 700 ml

Blackadder Glen Moray 31 Year Old 1990/2021, Cask #4563, Single Malt Scotch Whisky, was independently bottled by Blackadder as Raw Cask Statement Edition No. 40. Distilled in May 1990 and bottled in May 2021 after 31 years of maturation in a single cask, it was released at cask strength without chill filtration or without addition of any colouring. The Raw Cask series also tends to have natural cask sediment since the whisky is not heavily filtered.

Bottled at 51.5% ABV, only 104 bottles were produced. Rate highly on whiskybase +87

Region: Japan

Distillery: Asaka Distillery (Sasanokawa Shuzo)

Age: over 6 years (Distilled 9 April 2020, Bottled 30 Jul, 2026)

ABV: 61% 

Cask: Bourbon cask (#20033)

Size: 700 ml

This Single Cask bottling from the Asaka Distillery is exclusively selected and bottled for Mizunara: in Tokyo (located at Kagurazaka) for a special release during Whisky Collection Koriyama 2026.

Showcasing the unique character of the long fermentation in wooden washbacks of the Asaka Distillery, this Single Cask has been matured in a First Fill Bourbon Barrel (from Early Times Kentucky Bourbon) #20033 for more than 6 years.  The whisky is bottled at its natural cask strength of 61% ABV. Unchill-filtered and uncompromised, it captures the vivid, authentic character of the whisky straight from the cask. Only 190 bottles have been released across Japan, Hong Kong, and Singapore.

Region: Japan

Distillery: Nagahama

Age: 4+ years (Distilled 7 Dec 2021, Bottled 16 April 2026)

ABV: 53.3% 

Cask: Pedro Ximenez Cask

Size: 500 ml

The Single Malt Nagahama PX Sherry Cask #1855 is a rare, single-cask Japanese whisky bottled exclusively for the media platform Whiskipedia. It has been fully matured for over 4 years in a PX Sherry cask delivering a very fruity palate with very noticeable esters in the aroma. 

Region: Speyside (Scotland)

Distillery: Imperial (Demolished)

Age: 17 Years Old 

ABV: 52.3%

Cask: Unknown

Size: 700 ml

A rare 17 year old Imperial single malt distilled in 1995, matured in a single cask #50076 and bottled in 2012 by Acorn, Japan's second-oldest independent bottler of Scotch whisky, as part of its Natural Malt Selection. Bottled at a robust 52.3% ABV, this limited independent release offers an opportunity to explore the elegant, fruity and gently waxy character of the now-closed Imperial Distillery.

Imperial Distillery was founded in 1897, but its history was marked by repeated closures and several changes of ownership before it was finally demolished in 2013. Its whisky is now difficult to find and has developed a devoted following for its distinctive floral, cream-soda-like, and gently elegant style. The site was subsequently redeveloped as Dalmunach Distillery, making older Imperial bottlings increasingly collectible.

No Box. Please note the bottle’s condition and fill level. The label has some stains and faded in certain areas. Additional images are available upon request. Sold in "As Is" condition.

Region: Islay (Scotland)

Distillery: Caol Ila

Age: 31 Years Old (Distilled on 08 Nov 1983, Bottled on 09 Feb 2015)

ABV: 49.6%

Cask: Hogshead

Size: 700 ml

A distinguished, long‑aged Islay single malt from the 1983 vintage, independently bottled by Signatory Vintage as part of its Cask Strength Collection. This expression showcases how extended maturation can soften Caol Ila’s signature smoke while revealing layered fruit, spice, and maritime elegance. Only 

262 bottles released. This single cask (cask #5298) bottling is highly rated on Whiskybase at 90+.

Multiple 1983 Signatory casks at around 30–31 years old are highly praised by reviewers and collectors for their balance and finesse. Long‑aged Caol Ila of this calibre is often described as “old Islay at its best,” with smoke beautifully integrated into fruit, spice, and refined complexity—underscoring the consistent quality across different casks from this vintage. Another highly rated 31‑year‑old expression, from cask #5300, scores 90+ on Whiskybase from over 53 votes.

Please note that the box is dented. The bottle number in the picture is for reference only; the bottle serial number may differ. Additional images are available upon request. Sold in "As Is" condition.