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 From the sixth century to the mid-nineteenth century, scotch whisky was largely unknown outside of Scotland and England. There was no whisky industry as such, and each laird probably had a still that supplied neighbours and a little outside trade. No doubt, the Scotch Whisky of those years was harsh and smoky, imbued with the taste of peat (a kind of pre-coal consisting of partially carbonized vegetable matter, largely heather, formed in bogs).
In 1853, Andrew Usher began to blend Scotch whisky for sale. Britannia then ruled the world, or at least much of it, and the demand for a taste of home far exceeded any supply the malt distilleries could provide. He mixed malt spirit with grain whisky and produced a lighter, less expensive, more consistent, and significantly larger supply of whisky. Usher also used a vastly more efficient continuous or patent still instead of the old fashioned pot still.
There are four regions of whisky production in Scotland....The Lowlands located in the south, just below Glasgow and Edinburgh. Although most Lowlands scotch whisky goes into blends, the single malts are light, delicate, fruity, and lack the smoke of peat and smack of sea that characterise their cousins to the north.... Campbeltown This region is located on a peninsula on the west coast. only two operating distilleries remain, but one , Springbank, is thought to be among Scotland's best. The sea exerts a strong influence on Campbeltown's Scotch Whisky...Islay this island just north of Campbeltown commands a view of Northern Ireland.
Eight distilleries make single malts here that are known for their heft and pungency, their strong flavours of peat, smoke, seaweed, and brine. The Scotch Whisky Laphroaig and Ardberg, can be unbelievable.....The Highlands being the largest district is home to the majority of distilleries. It includes cities such as Aberdeen and Perth and stretches north to the Orkney Islands. As a single malt producer, it deserves to be segmented more precisely, as a single malt producer they are full of flavours of peat, and on the coasts, the sea.
It is thought to be the finest area in Scotland - and thus the world - for creating Scotch Whisky. A web of rivers, including the Spey, Avon, Findhorn, Fiddich, and Livet, carrying pure waters from springs and lochs, crisscross the region. As noted each provenance also comes in a number of ages. Bladnoch (Lowlands), Bowmore (Islay), Clynelish (Northern Highlands), Cragannmore (Speyside), Dalwhinnie (Central Highlands), Deanston (Southern Highlands), Glenfarcas (Speyside), Glenlivet (Speyside), Glenmorangie (Northern Highlands), Highland Park (Orkney Island), Isle of Jura (Jura Island), Longmorn (Speyside), The Macallan (Speyside), Oban (Western Highlands), Springbank (Campbeltown), Talisker (Skye Island), and Tobermory (Mull Island). This is a small sampling offer of a broad range of style and regions, and do not forget the traditional Scot's toast is pronounced SHLAN-jer. Slainte!
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J & B Rare Scotch Whisky 40% BIS 700ml
J&B Rare Scotch Whisky is Europe's number one Scotch Whisky J&B has a unique taste fresh and fruity in aroma, with a hint of smokiness thanks to careful crafting from forty two individual malt and grain whiskies Founded in 1749 J&B Rare's clean taste makes it particularly suitable for mixing, and a worldwide favourite This is due to J&B's superior quality that it received the first of nine Royal Warrants from King George III of England in 1760 Subsequently, this recognition has been awarded by every reigning British monarch through to the present day At the heart of the J&B blend are Speyside malt whiskies, which contribute fruity tones, building complexity through careful use of sweet light lowland malts and robust highland malts The grain whiskies add freshness and liveliness A touch of the more subtle Islay whiskies provides a background of quiet peatiness
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Johnnie Walker Black Label 12 Year Old Scotch Whisky BIS 700ml
Johnnie Walker Black Scotch Whisky is a 12 year old Whisky, Black Label has enjoyed its time in cask to infuse the gentle characteristics from the Cardow distillery component Cardow contributes the malty smoothness and a slight fruitiness, with mature grains bringing sweet wood vanillas to the fore A 12 year old Caol Ila Malt delivers the rich and smokey lingering peat flavours that define the depth of the Black Label blend A mellow fine old Scotch with an internationally renowned soft and relaxing finish John Walker aimed to create a consistent flavour and quality that could be relied upon time and time again His experiments reached fruition, he discovered that he could achieve a new depth of complexity in flavour Johnnie Walker Black Label is a timeless combination of the choicest Scottish Whiskys A remarkable smoothness of Black Label can only be accomplished using the best whiskies which have mellowed and matured for twelve years Renowned for its perfect balance, Johnnie Walker Black Label has an overall sense of kindness and maturity Johnnie Walker Black Scotch Whisky is a 12 year old Caol Ila malt delivers the rich and smokey lingering peat flavours that define the depth of this timeless blend A mellow luxuriant Scotch with a long dark, malt driven finish that is highly regarded by expert Whisky enthusiasts. Internationally recognized as the premiere blended Scotch, it is consistently relied upon for it's understated and timeless qualities
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Johnnie Walker Blue Label 15 Year Old Scotch Whisky 700ml
Johnnie Walker Blue 15 Year Old Scotch Whisky is Johnnie Walker's rarest blend Johnnie Walker declares that the Blue Label is not a whisky for beginners, it's challenging and an acquired taste Johnnie Walker Blue 15 Year Old Scotch Whisky was created from the rarest and most expensive whiskies in the world,Johnnie Walker Blue 15 Year Old Scotch Whisky has the authentic character and flavour of a traditional nineteenth century blend, just like those that John Walker and his son Alexander developed for their most valued customers Johnnie Walker Blue 15 Year Old Scotch Whisky is made from a few exceptional whiskies with powerful flavours Each bottle is precious to the Johnnie Walker whisky makers and is individually numbered Each individual bottle of Blue Label Johnnie Walker contains a rare taste and gives an intense experience Blue Label is the ultimate luxury Scotch Whisky and supplies of Blue Label are limited by the rarity and expense of the whiskies used in the blend At the heart of Blue Label is Royal Lochnagar a rare malt distilled near Balmoral, the Queen's holiday home Around 15 other mature and precious whiskies are added to balance Blue Label perfectly 'a blend that cannot be beat', Alexander Walker, 1888 "Within many of our distilleries production often leads to interesting distinctive flavours that goes beyond the already excellent whisky that the distillery is producing This is a quirk of nature or a 'gift' as I like to call it. It means that sometimes, due to a combination of natural factors beyond our control, a distillery will produce a unique batch of an amazingly different whisky These occurrences are very rare and you can't predict or control them." Jim Beveridge, Master Johnnie Walker Blender An excellent and simple way to appreciate Johnnie Walker Blue Label Scotch Whisky is to drink it neat from a brandy glass, or similar, with a separate glass of iced mineral water. Drinking the iced water first refreshes the mouth and allows a small amount of water to combine with the whisky on the palette. The rare whiskies in Blue Label are best appreciated at full strength Nose Harmonious and perfectly balanced; hints of smokiness and a real depth of sherry character, with hints of raisins and toasted nuts. Palate: Hugely flavourful with a rich peatiness, deep smoke and traces of spice Develops into intense flavours of oak, dark-chocolate and rich home-made Dundee cake Characteristics from the Cardow distillery, Benrinnes and other Speyside malts combine to provide the rich sherry and oak flavours. Royal Lochnagar from the tiny Highland distillery gives a rich sweetness with hints of freshness. Mature grains give an oak and vanilla character, while Caol Ila brings the deep, pungent spice and smoke Finish Well balanced, long and intense, with hints of smoke, Islay seaweed and vintage oaks
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Johnnie Walker Gold Label Scotch Whisky 700ml
Johnnie Walker Gold Label Scotch Whisky known as the golden whisky, a truly inspired blend that has at its heart the rare Clynelish malt, distilled from spring water which runs through veins of pure gold, to create a magical taste, rich soft and lingering Full, round and deep nose, with notes of soft raisins and toffee, fresh malt and light cream Enticing and sensuous Rich and broad with full malt flavours, honeyed spices with almonds and marzipan, leading to a distinctive creaminess An 18-year-old whisky from Cardow distillery gives the strong yet smooth malt and oak flavours; extra-mature grain whiskies provide some of the lingering sweetness, whilst 18-year-old Clynelish from the Northern Highlands delivers the unusual aromatic creaminess A satisfying long and multi-dimensional finish
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Johnnie Walker Green Label 15 Year Old Scotch Whisky BIS 700ml
Johnnie Walker Green Label 15 Year Old Scotch Whisky has a bouquet nose, immediately you will notice its vibrancy. Sense how the aroma starts with maritime, seashore notes and then moves inland with its notes of fern, bark and sandalwood. Finally, taste the whisky and allow the full spectrum of the malt whisky flavours to reveal themselves. Notice the light, fruity malts, and the richer, more intense malts with sherry cask richness and the smoky signature of Johnnie Walker that lingers on the palate. As the cube of ice slowly melts in your glass it releases a subtly different profile for you to discover with the next sip Johnnie Walker Green Label 15 Year Old Scotch Whisky has been represented and achieved Double Gold San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2004 • Best Blended Scotch San Francisco World Spirits Competition 2004 • Grande Gold Medal Monde Selection 2001 & 1999 Plus Trophy • Gold Medal Monde Selection 2004, 2003, 1998 & 1997 • Gold Medal International Wine & Spirit Competition 2004, 2000 & 1999
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Johnnie Walker King George V Scotch Whisky 700ml
Johnnie Walker King Geroge V is bottled exclusively for the connoisseur, and for aficionados of Johnnie Walker Blue, an extremely limited release, to satisfy the most consuming desire of top shelf whisky enthusiasts. Crafted to the most arcane techniques dating back to the twilight years of the British Empire, an assemblage of whiskies from distilleries operating during the reign of King George V. The blend includes a component of Port Ellen Isle of Islay Single Malt, a distillery which no longer exists, and whose preserved stock is scarce and unattainable To recreate the Johnnie Walker blending style from the era of King George V, which covers the period of the Great War up until the ascension of the hapless Edward VIII. Oak casks dating back to the last century were used to age this rarest of whiskies. Edition King George V arrives in crystal decanter, reposing within silk-lined presentation box and display holder, designed to be showcased in the most exclusive whisky cabinets, accompanied by an individually numbered certificate of authenticity
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Johnnie Walker Red Scotch Whisky 40% BIS 700ml
Johnnie Walker Red Label, with its distinctive and exuberant flavour was created to be drunk as a long drink a favourite choice for celebrating every day It was originally known as Extra Special Old Highland Whisky, and was introduced as Red Label in 1909 to suit a new generation of whisky drinkers The intrepid slanted Red and Gold Label can be found in more than 200 countries and is seen in virtually every busy bar around the globe It's always been a drink that captures a truly international spirit and as it has been proved over the decades, from it's earliest branding, to be the world's favourite whisky Johnnie Walker Red Label Scotch Whisky is the world's best selling whisky is still going strong Johnnie Walker Red Label Scotch Whisky is a powerful combination of spicy, smoky malts, such as Talisker, and lingering, lighter grains Johnnie Walker Red Scotch Whisky robust qualities are what make it so good for drinking long The global success of Johnnie Walker Red Scotch Whisky is just one reason why it is now considered to be the classic taste of blended Scotch whisky This youthful, vibrant whisky is perfect for mixing Few other spirits are able to retain their true character when mixed. It has a robust and traditional Scotch flavour which means that it can be fully enjoyed as a long drink with a variety of mixers and flavours Johnnie Walker Red Scotch Whisky has a direct and fresh aromas, hints of vanilla and powerful smoky malt Palate Smooth and quite sweet, with lots of smoky malt balanced by sweeter vanilla edges and hints of spice The Cardow distillery provides the predominant malt flavours which are lightened by the grain whiskies whilst Talisker injects the distinctive smoke and spice that characterises this robust and traditional Scotch Finish Full and appetising, with a memorable and distinctive burst of spicy warmth Master Blender Red Label is a truly characterful Scotch whisky It has all the signature Island smokiness of the Johnnie Walker blends combined with sparkling fresh Speyside notes that allows its flavour to shine through even when served long
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Johnnie Walker Red Scotch Whisky 40% BIS 1125ml
Johnnie Walker Red Label, with its distinctive and exuberant flavour was created to be drunk as a long drink a favourite choice for celebrating every day It was originally known as Extra Special Old Highland Whisky, and was introduced as Red Label in 1909 to suit a new generation of whisky drinkers The intrepid slanted Red and Gold Label can be found in more than 200 countries and is seen in virtually every busy bar around the globe It's always been a drink that captures a truly international spirit and as it has been proved over the decades, from it's earliest branding, to be the world's favourite whisky Johnnie Walker Red Label Scotch Whisky is the world's best selling whisky is still going strong Johnnie Walker Red Label Scotch Whisky is a powerful combination of spicy, smoky malts, such as Talisker, and lingering, lighter grains Johnnie Walker Red Scotch Whisky robust qualities are what make it so good for drinking long The global success of Johnnie Walker Red Scotch Whisky is just one reason why it is now considered to be the classic taste of blended Scotch whisky This youthful, vibrant whisky is perfect for mixing Few other spirits are able to retain their true character when mixed. It has a robust and traditional Scotch flavour which means that it can be fully enjoyed as a long drink with a variety of mixers and flavours Johnnie Walker Red Scotch Whisky has a direct and fresh aromas, hints of vanilla and powerful smoky malt Palate Smooth and quite sweet, with lots of smoky malt balanced by sweeter vanilla edges and hints of spice The Cardow distillery provides the predominant malt flavours which are lightened by the grain whiskies whilst Talisker injects the distinctive smoke and spice that characterises this robust and traditional Scotch Finish Full and appetising, with a memorable and distinctive burst of spicy warmth Master Blender Red Label is a truly characterful Scotch whisky It has all the signature Island smokiness of the Johnnie Walker blends combined with sparkling fresh Speyside notes that allows its flavour to shine through even when served long
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Johnnie Walker Red Label Scotch Whisky 4.5 Litre with Cradle
Johnnie Walker Red Label, with its distinctive and exuberant flavour was created to be drunk as a long drink a favourite choice for celebrating every day It was originally known as Extra Special Old Highland Whisky, and was introduced as Red Label in 1909 to suit a new generation of whisky drinkers The intrepid slanted Red and Gold Label can be found in more than 200 countries and is seen in virtually every busy bar around the globe It's always been a drink that captures a truly international spirit and as it has been proved over the decades, from it's earliest branding, to be the world's favourite whisky Johnnie Walker Red Label Scotch Whisky is the world's best selling whisky is still going strong Johnnie Walker Red Label Scotch Whisky is a powerful combination of spicy, smoky malts, such as Talisker, and lingering, lighter grains Johnnie Walker Red Scotch Whisky robust qualities are what make it so good for drinking long The global success of Johnnie Walker Red Scotch Whisky is just one reason why it is now considered to be the classic taste of blended Scotch whisky This youthful, vibrant whisky is perfect for mixing Few other spirits are able to retain their true character when mixed. It has a robust and traditional Scotch flavour which means that it can be fully enjoyed as a long drink with a variety of mixers and flavours Johnnie Walker Red Scotch Whisky has a direct and fresh aromas, hints of vanilla and powerful smoky malt Palate Smooth and quite sweet, with lots of smoky malt balanced by sweeter vanilla edges and hints of spice The Cardow distillery provides the predominant malt flavours which are lightened by the grain whiskies whilst Talisker injects the distinctive smoke and spice that characterises this robust and traditional Scotch Finish Full and appetising, with a memorable and distinctive burst of spicy warmth Master Blender Red Label is a truly characterful Scotch whisky It has all the signature Island smokiness of the Johnnie Walker blends combined with sparkling fresh Speyside notes that allows its flavour to shine through even when served long
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Lagavulin Classic Malt Scotch Whisky 16 Year Old 700ml
Lagavulin Classic Malt Scotch Whisky 16 Year Old has its origins from Lagavulin which was founded in 1816, and the following year a second distillery, Kildalton was build on the same site They joined their activities in 1837 until 1908 when the managers of Lagavulin decided to build a new distillery, Malt Mill with the clear intention of competing with the neighbouring distillery, Laphroaig The war between both distilleries began when Restless Peter Mackie hired away the still master of Laphroaig Lagavulin later came under control of White Horse which still contains Lagavulin malt to this day Deep amber gold Lagavulin Classic Malt Scotch Whisky 16 Year Old is a truly intense nose full of peat smoke with iodine and seaweed. Some sweetness to the palate, adjoined by salty flavours, hints of wood Lagavulin Classic Malt Scotch Whisky 16 Year Old has a long, elegant peat-filled finish with lots of salt and seaweed Magnificent
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