iwsc 2011 spirits results

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Aquavit Armagnac Bitters Calvados Cognac Fruit Spirits Gin Grape Brandy Grappa Liqueurs Other Spirits Pisco Rum Sake Shochu Tequila and Mescal Vermouth and Aromatised Wine Vodka Whiskey - Irish Whiskey - USA Whiskey - Worldwide Whisky - Scotch EXTRAS PRESS RELEASES IWSC LOGOS SPIRIT RESULTS 2011

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The International Wine and Spirit Competitions’ 2011 Spirits results have been released with some surprising results this year following an increase in submissions across the board.With products tasted completely blind, the Competition saw grape brandies entered by a total of 19 countries- a real justification of how international the Competition is.

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Page 1: IWSC 2011 Spirits results

Aquavit

Armagnac

Bitters

Calvados

Cognac

Fruit Spirits

Gin

Grape Brandy

Grappa

Liqueurs

Other Spirits

Pisco

Rum

Sake

Shochu

Tequila and Mescal

Vermouth and Aromatised Wine

Vodka

Whiskey - Irish

Whiskey - USA

Whiskey - Worldwide

Whisky - Scotch

Extras

PrEss rElEasEs

IWsC logos

SPIRIT ReSULTS 2011

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HOMe AQUAVIT GOLD (Best in Class), SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER, BRONZE

aquavItgold (BEst In Class)

alter Kapitän aquavitPabst & richarz vertriebs gmbHAquavit - Golden

Light, golden colour. Inviting nose with intense caraway. Hint of dill, touch of spice and some citrus notes. Clean oak backing. The mouth delivers exactly what the nose suggested with lively spirit activating the palate. Elegant and well balanced. Long aftertaste where caraway is dominant.

sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

aalborg taffel akvavitPernod ricard denmarkAquavit - Clear

Engaging nose packed full of caraway with support from aniseed and some lively lemony hints. Some fennel notes linger in the background. Brisk and lively in the mouth with elegant balance. Long dry finish. Subtle but complex. Very refreshing.

sIlvEr

lysholm liniearcus asAquavit - Golden

aalborg Jubilaeums akvavitPernod ricard denmarkAquavit - Golden

aalborg nordguld aquavitPernod ricard denmarkAquavit - Golden

spirit of Hven organic oak Matured aqua vitaespirit of Hven distilleryAquavit - Golden

BronzE

Kallsupensaturnus aBAquavit - Clear

officers aquavittaster Wine a/sAquavit - Clear

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HOMe ARMAGnAC GOLD (Best in Class), SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER, BRONZE

arMagnaCgold (BEst In Class)

Château de laubade Classic Extralaubade et domaines associésArmagnac - Bas Armagnac - 13-15 YO

Sweet scented nose with prune and dried apricot followed by crème brulée and old spice. Rich in the mouth with smooth, creamy flow and lively texture. Christmas cake flavours with more spice. Slight herby and “wild” character with touch of anise in long finish. A true Gascon character.

Château du tariquet Bas armagnac xosCv Château du tariquetArmagnac - Bas Armagnac - XO

Lovely, sweet scented, floral nose. Hints of jasmine and fresh pineapple. Smooth, silky texture. Good balance with some oak and light tannin touch. Spicy citrus. Mellow and soothing with sweet orange and slight sweet tobacco note. Long, soothing finish.

sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

Bas armagnac Castarède 1971armagnac Castarède saArmagnac - Bas Armagnac - 40 YO

Nose reflects maturity in every way with dry prune, spicy marmalade and old honey. Deep in the mouth with lots of dried fruit flavours, some fine oak and rich spice. Smooth and mellow yet with quite a spirit uplift at the finish.

Pure Crystalyryst dupeyronBlanche Armagnac AC - No Age Stated

Crystal clear. Delicate, clean nose with some fruity notes and just the very slightest hint of mint. Elegant and soft on the palate with slight sweet sensation. Clean and lightly fruity aftertaste.

Château du tariquet Bas-armagnac vsoPsCv Château du tariquetArmagnac - Bas Armagnac - VSOP

Soft fruity nose with floral notes where orange blossom features along with some coconut. Firm entry into the mouth with lively spirit feel. Lots of citrus flavour and hints of caramel. Smooth and well balanced. Long, well fruited finish. All in fairly delicate mode.

sIlvEr

Château de laubade Bas armagnac Classic vsoPlaubade et domaines associésArmagnac - Bas Armagnac - VSOP

Château de laubade Bas armagnac xolaubade et domaines associésArmagnac - Bas Armagnac - XO

Château du tariquet vieil armagnac xosCv Château du tariquetArmagnac - Bas Armagnac - XO

Waitrose armagnac vsoPWaitrose limitedArmagnac - VSOP

BronzE

Bas-armagnac du Château de lacquy 1998Château de lacquyArmagnac - Bas Armagnac - 13-15 YO

Château du tariquet aoC Blanche armagnacsCv Château du tariquetBlanche Armagnac AC - No Age Stated

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HOMe BITTeRS SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER, BRONZE

BIttErssIlvEr (BEst In Class)

amaro limoncè Bittersstock srl, ItalyFlavoured Bitters

Deep, yellow/gold. Nose rings out citrus followed by a host of Alpine herbs and aromas. Liquorice brings balance to the citrus. Rich and full in the mouth with smooth flow and warming penetration. Lemon emerges from cover and gives a brave effort amongst all the herbal and bitter characters. Rich fullness carries into long finish.

The Bitter truth ElixirThe Bitter truthBitters

Very dark with green tinged rim. Complex nose with combination of anise, gentian and wide herbal range. Hints of clove, ginger and liquorice. Rich and full in the mouth with sweet, syrupy flow. Initially soothing until you register the chilli content which sets up a burning sensation the lifts all the bitter, sweet characters. The chilli burn stays forever !

sIlvEr

domritter Boonekamp 44%uwe Muller gmbH & Co. KgBitters

Jagdstolz Kräuterliköruwe Muller gmbH & Co. KgBitters

BronzE

Fernet stock zstock Pizen-BozkovBitters

Magister Bohemstock Pizen-BozkovBitters

tamborine Mountain distillery Bitterstamborine Mountain distilleryBitters

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HOMe CALVAdOS GOLD (Best in Class), GOLD

Calvadosgold (BEst In Class)

Château du Breuil Calvados Pays d’auge vsoPChâteau du BreuilCalvados - Pays d’Auge - 5 YO/VSOP

Pale golden amber in colour. Slight estery lift on the nose, coupled with sweet hay, apple pie, and a gentle waft of spice. Deliciously elegant in the mouth delivered with delicacy and charm, warm and generous. A very lovely spirit.

goldBerneroy Calvados xo

Camus CognacCalvados - XO

Deep bronze in colour, gold and tawny highlights. Wonderful scents, citrus, honey, pear, butter, anise and vanilla all permeate through the wonderful red apple aroma. There is a charming rusticity here which suits so well this absolutely delicious spirit.

Père Magloire Calvados 12 Yodebrise dulac et CieCalvados - 12 YO

Polished old oak with bright golden streaks. Wonderful definition on the nose, buttered applecake scented with cinnamon and coriander seed, spiced lemon and some oaky undertones. A lovely refined spirit, bursting with well presenting flavours and a long rich finish.

Père Magloire Calvados vsoPdebrise dulac et CieCalvados - Pays d’Auge - 5 YO/VSOP

Tarte tatin aromas on this bronze tinged deep yellow spirit. Nutmeg and caramel aromas. A pure grip in the mouth, clean delivery of intense apple flavours with a warm spirit base. Very classy indeed.

Calvados Comte louis de lauriston appellation domfrontais Controllée 1991

les Chais du verger normandCalvados - Domfrontais - 20 YO

Golden amber with mahogany glints. Heavily scented with autumn aromas of ripe orchards and hedgerow fruits, spice and bakery scents. In the mouth this has utter balance and perfect nuances. No wonder every judge on the panel awarded a Gold score, making this an iconic choice which it utterly deserves.

Calvados Comte louis de lauriston appellation domfrontais Controllée 1981

les Chais du verger normandCalvados - Domfrontais - 30 YO

This has a wonderful dark depth of colour which can only come from its long ageing. This is typical of an older style Domfrontais perfectly aged. It has a unique sour character adding a lick of astringency which gives a wonderful liveliness to the palate. Clean apple and pear flavours with a thread of blackcurrant dance on the tongue. Very unique indeed.

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HOMe CALVAdOS SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER, BRONZE

sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

Berneroy Calvados vsoPCamus CognacCalvados - VSOP

Clear light orange brown colour. Orchard fruits nose, some sweet wood notes. Well flavoured, lightly fiery on the finish.

Château du Breuil Calvados Pays d’auge 20 ans reserve des seigneurs

Château du BreuilCalvados - Pays d’Auge - 20 YO

Dried blue flowers and honeycomb on the nose of this deep bronze amber coloured spirit. In the mouth this is very lively with a warm exuberance, toffee apple flavours with spicy wood overtones. Quite a bite on the finish.

Père Magloire Calvados xodebrise dulac et CieCalvados - Pays d’Auge - XO

Polished teak wood in colour with light flashes. Lifted aromas, some attractive acetate notes with a warm depth of apple and vanilla. Good balance and definition with a delightful lingering spicy end.

Calvados Boulard Hors d’age 12 YosaCBCalvados - Pays d’Auge - 10-12 YO

Light amber bronze in colour. This has a lovely oily character on the palate with well defined, clean flavours and a good spirit base. Long, rich and generous finish.

deribaucourt Fine Calvadosslaur sardetCalvados - Fine

Mid amber bronze in colour. Good nose of warm cooked apples with a caramelised edge. Well flavoured and nice spirit balance, excellent purity with a round generosity and long finish.

sIlvEr

Calvados Coeur de lion aoCCalvados Christian drouinCalvados - Fine

Calvados lecompte 12 YolecompteCalvados - Pays d’Auge - 10-12 YO

BronzE

Couperné Calvados vsoPBorco Marken ImportCalvados - VSOP

Berneroy Calvados FineCamus CognacCalvados - Fine

Calvados lecompte originellecompteCalvados - Pays d’Auge - 5 YO/VSOP

apreval Calados Pays d’auge grande réserveManoir d’aprevalCalvados - Pays d’Auge - 10-12 YO

Calvados Boulard vsoPsaCBCalvados - Pays d’Auge - 5 YO/VSOP

Calvados Boulard xosaCBCalvados - Pays d’Auge - XO

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HOMe COGnAC GOLD (Best in Class)

CognaCgold (BEst In Class)

a de Fussigny superieur Fine Champagnea de Fussigny CognacCognac - Fine Champagne - No Age Stated

Golden amber brown colour, lovely honeyed scents on the nose, nuts in caramel, plum fruits in syrup sprinkled with spice. Very refined spirit which displays very well and leaves a long silky aftertaste.

Baron otard Fine vsChâteau de Cognac sasCognac - VS

Rich glowing golden bronze in colour. Very complex aromas, dried oranges, dried flowers, yellow plum and caramelised fruits, with sandalwood and vanilla. Superbly balanced and with a peacock display of flavours, this is powerful yet graceful with incredible finesse.

Cognac François voyer vsoP grande ChampagneCognac François voyerCognac - VSOP - Grande Champagne

Tawny rose gold in colour. Beautifully floral aromas, sweet pea, blackcurrant, raspberry tea, beeswax and caramelised fruit. Spicy elements arrive in the mouth, cinnamon and a touch of pepper, also nut and a hint of dried mushroom. Gloriously smooth and rounded with fabulous balance. Powerful but utterly charming. A worthy gold.

gautier tradition rare Cognac vielle réserveCognac gautier saCognac - Extra

Complex, fruity aromas on the nose with mingle of peach and violet and gentle touch of oak. Orange marmalade comes into play. All join in the mouth with grand flourish of flavour. Beautiful harmony and soft, smooth flow. Gathering of spice including ginger and vanilla. Great, rousing finish. Lively, full flavoured, enjoyable drink.

godet sélection spéciale vsoPCognac godetCognac - VSOP

Polished old gold with dark glints. Enticing scents of warm fruit crumble, dusted with sweet spice and roasted nut. Sleek and refined in the mouth, stunning flow of complex flavours that encompass fruits, sweet vanilla, nuts and spice, deliciously displayed by a very pure and precise spirit that lends power, grace and elegance. Very lovely indeed.

remy Martin Centaure de diamantE remy Martin & CieCognac - Extra - Fine Champagne

Generous nose with stylish aromas of prune, dried fruit and floral backing. Rich and robust in the mouth with excellent balance between fruit and oak. Wide array of flavours including nuts, figs, raisins, prune and orange. Rich and intense. Everlasting finish. Wonderful brandy.

dupuy tentation Cognac xotHs Bache-gabrielsenCognac - XO

Polished coppery brown in colour. Lifted complex perfumed nose, with dried fruits, chestnut, citrus honey with a tiny hint of leather. Wonderfully smooth across the tongue, the flow of flavours is sensational, leading to a beautifully extended finish.

Bache-gabrielsen Fine Champagne Cognac xotHs Bache-gabrielsenCognac - XO - Fine Champagne

Full nose alive with hazelnuts, honey and apricot. Spicy oak in the background. Good, lively entry into the mouth with creamy flow across the palate. Velvet texture. Great accumulation of spice with some peppery notes and lively ginger. Well rounded and good balance. Very satisfying.

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HOMe COGnAC GOLD, SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER

goldde luze Fine Champagne Cognac

Cognac de luzeCognac - XO - Fine Champagne

Refined nose with ripe fruit , honey and summer flowers. Round, creamy mouth with hints of almond joining the dried fruit flavours. Great spice develops giving lots of character to the mouth. Rich, long finish.

Cognac Frapin vsoP grande Champagne grand CruCognac FrapinCognac - VSOP - Grande Champagne

Glowing golden amber with tawny glints. Sweet nut and ginger biscuits on the nose, tobacco leaf and hedgerow fruits. Wonderfully complex, rich and hearty, a bold style that exudes presence and strength. Excellent warm length.

vallein-tercinier Cognac Hors d’age Fine Champagnesarl vallein tercinierCognac - Extra - Fine Champagne

Rich, forward nose with loads of dried fruit and fresh flowers. Full powered entry into the mouth with luscious, sensual feeling. Great expression of passion fruit followed by mango and cinnamon. Creamy complexity. Long , spice filled finish. Lovely brandy.

sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

le reviseur Cognac vsaBK6 -Cognac snC du Maine drilhonCognac - VS - Petite Champagne

Light amber bronze in colour. Nut brittle with aromas of hedgerow fruits. This is very well constructed typical Petite Champagne Cognac with excellent balance giving a sensual experience in the mouth.

Cognac François voyer xo goldCognac François voyerCognac - XO - Grande Champagne

Dark coppery bronze colour. Aromas of bergamot and orange pekoe tea, nut and a hint of undergrowth. This has great character in the mouth, with complexity and power. Long and fine on the finish.

Croizet Extra grande Champagne CognacCroizet saCognac - Extra - Grande Champagne

Oak plays a prominent role on the nose followed by dried fruit and some floral tones. Rich and full in the mouth with dried fruit, some liquorice and refined oak. Marmalade and ripe orange make an appearance. Good smooth flow and fine texture yet fairly lively finish.

louis royer Force 53º vsoP Fine Champagne Cognaclouis royer saCognac - VSOP - Fine Champagne - Cask Strength 53%

High toned nose on this shining amber liquid, with pot pourri aromas, dried biscuit, dried mushroom and cedar scents. Powerful and tense in the mouth, crystallised fruits and roasted spice. Warm long finish.

Braastad My selectiontiffonCognac - No Age Stated

Mid bronze in colour. Floral notes come through on the nose with a touch of gingerbread. Spicy in the mouth with a fiery bite to the finish.

sIlvEr

Cognac leyrat Fine Cognac vsaBK6 -Cognac snC du Maine drilhonCognac - VS - Fins Bois

le reviseur vsoPaBK6 -Cognac snC du Maine drilhonCognac - VSOP - Petite Champagne

Cognac leyrat xo Premium Fins Bois ControléeaBK6 -Cognac snC du Maine drilhonCognac - XO - Fins Bois

Bisquit vs ClassiqueBisquit dubouché et CieCognac - VS

Bisquit vsoPBisquit dubouché et CieCognac - VSOP

Bisquit xoBisquit dubouché et CieCognac - XO

Imperial Fine Cognac xo vieux garçonCgvEFCognac - XO

Baron otard vsoPChâteau de Cognac sasCognac - VSOP

Pierre Ferrand 1914 1er Cru du CognacCognac FerrandCognac - 1914

Pierre Ferrand sélection des anges - 1er Cru du CognacCognac FerrandCognac - XO - Grande Champagne

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HOMe COGnAC SILVER, BRONZE

gautier xo Extra 1755Cognac gautier saCognac - Extra

gautier vsoPCognac gautier saCognac - VSOP

gautier Cognac napoleonCognac gautier saCognac - XO

godet xo Fine Champagne CognacCognac godetCognac - XO - Fine Champagne

léopold gourmel age des Epices 20 CaratsCognac leopold gourmelCognac - Extra

Bio attitudeCognac leopold gourmelCognac - Organic - 5 YO

leopold gourmel Cognac age des Fleurs 15 CaratsCognac leopold gourmelCognac - XO

xo Prince Hubert de PolignacCognac Prince Hubert de PolignacCognac - XO

Croizet vs grande ChampagneCroizet saCognac - VS - Grande Champagne

Coeur de Cognac Fine ChampagneE remy Martin & CieCognac - Fine Champagne - No Age Stated

rémy Martin xo Excellence Fine Champagne CognacE remy Martin & CieCognac - XO - Fine Champagne

rémy Martin xo Premier Cru grande ChampagneE remy Martin & CieCognac - XO - Grande Champagne

distillerie Chantal Bons Bois Cognaclouis royer saCognac - Bons Bois - No Age Stated

distillerie des saules Borderies Cognaclouis royer saCognac - Borderies - No Age Stated

louis royer Extra grande Champagne Cognaclouis royer saCognac - Extra - Grande Champagne

distillerie d’aumagne Fins Bois Cognaclouis royer saCognac - Fins Bois - No Age Stated

distillerie les Magnolias grande Champagne Cognaclouis royer saCognac - Grande Champagne - No Age Stated

distillerie de l’Ecole Petite Champagne Cognaclouis royer saCognac - Petite Champagne - No Age Stated

louis royer vs Cognaclouis royer saCognac - VS

louis royer Préférence vsoP Cognaclouis royer saCognac - VSOP

louis royer vsoP Cognaclouis royer saCognac - VSOP

Cognac Pitaud vssarl Cognac PitaudCognac - VS

garde Marine vsoPsarl domaine du BreuilCognac - VSOP

Pierre Frapin Cognac grande Champagne vsoP Premier Cru

snC P Frapin & CieCognac - VSOP - Grande Champagne

Bache-gabrielsen grande Champagne Cognac Hors d’agetHs Bache-gabrielsenCognac - Hors d’Age

Braastad organictiffonCognac - No Age Stated

Braastad xo superior très vieille réservetiffonCognac - XO

BronzE

Cognac Chevalier vsoPaldi stores ltdCognac - VSOP

Baron otard Extra 1795Château de Cognac sasCognac - Extra

Baron otard xo goldChâteau de Cognac sasCognac - XO

gautier Pinar del rioCognac gautier saCognac - XO

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HOMe COGnAC BRONZE

vs Prince Hubert de PolignacCognac Prince Hubert de PolignacCognac - VS

vieux garçon Cognac Fine Cognac vsCompagnie viticole des CharentesCognac - VS

vieux garçon Cognac vslidl uKCognac - VS

Hienoa Konjakkia vsoPlignell & PiispanenCognac - VSOP

louis royer xo Cognaclouis royer saCognac - XO

Cognac xo grande Champagne taste the differencelouis royer saCognac - XO - Grande Champagne

Maxime trijol Cognac xosarl FtdCognac - XO

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HOMe FRUIT SPIRITS GOLD (Best in Class), GOLD, SILVER (Best in Class)

FruIt sPIrItsgold (BEst In Class)

Psenner apricot aquavitaeBrennerei l. PsennerFruit Spirits - Apricot

Intense apricot aromas with some spicy almond notes in the background. Well balanced on the palate. Long, warming finish.

Psenner Williams südtiroler Christ BirnenbrandBrennerei l. PsennerFruit Spirits - Pear

Colourless. Positive, clean pear aromatics leap out of the glass. Intense flavours in the mouth with pear dominant and slight spicy notes. Beautifully balanced. Pear intensity increases with developing sweetness and long, lasting finish.

slivowitz südtiroler zwetschgen BrandBrennerei l. PsennerFruit Spirits - Plum

Great plum fruited nose with spicy notes. Good balance in the mouth. Elegant and distinct. Warming glow with long lasting finish.

goldgoldhauch Haselnussgeist

Bimmerle KgFruit Spirits - Hazelnut

Colourless. Massive concentration of intense magnitude of roasted hazelnuts with hints of cocoa and soft chocolate. Intense hazelnut in the mouth with super smooth flow and velvet texture. Equally full flavoured and everlasting finish. Amazing that so much hazelnut came be crammed into a glass!

gamotBrennerei EbnerFruit Spirits - Bergamot

Exciting, fresh, fruity and intense nose. Exceptional if one sided and incredibly forward delivery of distinct bergamot aroma. Clean and intense in the mouth with again the distinct bergamot character. No room for anything else but not needed as the experience of the total purity of flavour and aroma is extremely satisfying. Elegant and beautifully poised. Long and equally dramatic finish.

sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

Brionne vieille Eau de vie KirschBorco Marken ImportFruit Spirits - Cherry

Nose booms with ripe, dark cherries and loaded with cracked kernels. Rich aromas dominate the nose while equally full flavours. Clean, crisp yet has distinctly full character. Incredibly long aromatic finish.

apfel grafensteinerBrennerei EbnerFruit Spirits - Apple

Colourless. Clean, fresh, intense apple aromas. Equally fresh in the mouth with reserved apple flavours with gentle movement across the palate. Fresh, clean apple aromas in firm finish.

altes schlehenwasserdestillerie Kammer-Kirsch gmBHFruit Spirits - Sloes

Powerful plum with incredibly pronounced fruit flavours. Packed with fruit. The distinct nose carries into the equally full flavoured mouth. Great balance. Long finish with equally strong combination of flavour and aromas.

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HOMe FRUIT SPIRITS SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER, BRONZE

vieille Prune reserve de PatronEschmann spirituosenFruit Spirits - Vieille Prune

Light amber colour. Decided prune aromas with hints of spice where sweet vanilla is paramount. Rich and full in the mouth with bountiful flavours. Prune dominates with vanilla out on the edges but making a great balance. Fine product.

la Cigogne Peureux Framboise Eau de viegrandes distilleries PeureuxFruit Spirits - Raspberry

Colourless. Absolutely no doubt as to what fruit it is as the nose pours out raspberry aromas in never ending flow. Smooth and silky in the mouth with just enough spirit top make it lively across the palate. Elegance and balance. Smooth finish still totally filled with raspberry.

sizilianische Blutoranje MorostählemühleFruit Spirits - Citrus

Uncompromising orange on the nose delivered in ever growing force. Initially a total orange onslaught but eventually some spicy notes bring complexity. Equally full flavour-laden mouth where again the orange is power driven. Long and comforting, warming finish. Good spirit lift keeps the orange character alive almost forever!

sIlvEr

altes schwartwälder Kirschwasser 10 Jahre gelagertBimmerle KgFruit Spirits - Cherry - 10 YO

goldhauch Williams-Christ BirenbrandBimmerle KgFruit Spirits - Pear

goldhauch Edler Williams-Christ Birnenbrand (Mit Frucht)Bimmerle KgFruit Spirits - Pear

alter Pflaumenbrand 4 Jahre gelagertBimmerle KgFruit Spirits - Plum

Hocharomatischer Wald Himbeer geistBimmerle KgFruit Spirits - Wild Raspberry

Brionne vieille Eau de vie Poire WilliamBorco Marken ImportFruit Spirits - Pear

Brionne vieille Eau de vie MirabelleBorco Marken ImportFruit Spirits - Plum

Brionne vieille Eau de vie FramboiseBorco Marken ImportFruit Spirits - Raspberry

Brionne vieille Eau de vie vieille PruneBorco Marken ImportFruit Spirits - Vieille Prune

apfel Cuvée HolzBrennerei EbnerFruit Spirits - Apple

ollmann spirit of apricot Marilledestillerie ollmannFruit Spirits - Apricot

domaine Mavela aquavita Myrtedomaine MavelaFruit Spirits - Myrtle

la Cigogne Peureux Poire William Eau de viegrandes distilleries PeureuxFruit Spirits - Pear

apfelbrand Bonum BonoMärkische spezialitätenbrennereiFruit Spirits - Apple

Märkische spezialitätenbrennerei apfelquitteMärkische spezialitätenbrennereiFruit Spirits - Quince

Platner südtiroler Marillen EdelbrandPrivatbrennerei PlatnerFruit Spirits - Apricot

Platner südtiroler red Bartlett WilliamsPrivatbrennerei PlatnerFruit Spirits - Pear

Etienne Brana Eau de vie Poire Williamsarl Etienne BranaFruit Spirits - Pear

studer Williams Edelbrandstuder & Co agFruit Spirits - Pear

BronzE

zumwhol Feijoaaotearoa distillers limitedFruit Spirits - Feijoa

Brionne vieille Eau de vie quetschBorco Marken ImportFruit Spirits - Plum

Kammer Kirschbrand Barriquegereift im Eschenholzfassdestillerie Kammer-Kirsch gmbHFruit Spirits - Cherry

Feiner Williams Birnen Branddestillerie Kammer-Kirsch gmbHFruit Spirits - Pear

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HOMe FRUIT SPIRITS BRONZE

dialog aus Beerenbränden durch Mazeration und destillation gewonnen

destillerie Kammer-Kirsch gmBHFruit Spirits - Raspberry & Blackcurrant

ollmann limondestillerie ollmannFruit Spirits - Citrus

domaine Mavela aquavita Cedratdomaine MavelaFruit Spirits - Citrus

la Cigogne Peureux Kirsch Eau de viegrandes distilleries PeureuxFruit Spirits - Cherry

la Cigogne Peureux Mirabelle Eau de viegrandes distilleries PeureuxFruit Spirits - Plum

red Plum Eau de vieJost vinyardsFruit Spirits - Plum

Märkische spezialitätenbrennerei Bonum Bono Williamsbirne

Märkische spezialitätenbrennereiFruit Spirits - Pear

südtiroler Williams EdelbrandPrivatbrennerei PlatnerFruit Spirits - Pear

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HOMe GIn GOLD (Best in Class), SILVER (Best in Class)

gIngold (BEst In Class)

oliver Cromwell 1599 Premium ginaldi stores ltdGin - London Dry - 40%

Colourless. Fresh, clean juniper comes bounding out on the nose with the traditional botanicals in full support. Very attractive floral notes in the background. Super cool entry onto the palate. Big, rich, full flavours with juniper dominating while beautifully balanced by all else. Big, but elegant and with great poise. Fresh, clean finish. The classic London Dry Gin.

Monkey 47 schwarzwald dry ginBlack Forest distillersGin - Worldwide - 47%

Very attractive nose with typical London Dry characters with some slight spicy notes. Crisp and fresh on the nose and equally so in the mouth. Some tangy notes in the mouth add extra freshness to the traditional characters. Fairly complex. Good balance of all components and racy, fresh finish.

six o’Clock ginBramley and gage ltdGin - London Dry - 43%

Delightful variation on a theme. The traditional characters are there but some fresh citrus and lovely notes of elderflower. Amazingly powerful in the mouth with great depth of flavour. Super and full floral backing. Fresh yet soothing. Full flavoured but beautifully balanced. Long and full flavoured finish where the floral notes are strongly evident.

Whitley neill london dry ginHalewood International limitedGin - London Dry - 41-42%

Colourless. Gorgeous, inviting nose which simply abounds in welcoming aromatics. The traditional juniper leads the way while a charming citrus wave follows and all meld together to form a delightful whole. All backed by some wonderful floral notes. Super entry into the mouth with explosion of flavours as the nose had advertised. Juniper is more in the frame but the citrus is ever present and adds to the freshness of flavour. Beautiful balance and finest of texture. Flavours build into a finish to match the wonderful, welcoming start. Flavour seems to be never ending! A wonderful gin.

Brecon special reserve ginThe Welsh Whisky CompanyGin - Worldwide - 40%

Colourless. Distinctly traditional nose with juniper in prominent yet with intriguing and undefineable nuances in the background! Big and full in the mouth with beautiful balance. Juniper lead flavours meld together to give lovely refreshing gin in traditional character.

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oliver Cromwell london dry ginaldi stores ltdGin - London Dry - 37.5%

Clean cut nose with juniper dominating amongst all the traditional botanicals. Pure and flavourful in bright, lively mouth. Lots of clean traditional flavour with juniper prominent. Crisp, zesty, refreshing finish.

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nº 3 london dry ginBerry Bros & rudd ltdGin - London Dry - 45-46%

Complete, traditional, London Dry Gin. The nose is a complete combination of juniper and traditional botanicals. Great entry into the mouth . Well rounded in the mouth where hints of citrus add zest to the clean juniper. Super complexity on the palate with lively passage while being very smooth. Super clean, refreshing finish.

Beefeater london dry gin 47%Chivas BrothersGin - London Dry - 47%+

Classic London Dry Gin with beautiful aromatic nose filled with juniper and coriander. Totally integrated palate with super balance and marvellous mellowness while remaining crisp and fresh. Delightful touch in the mouth with some bitter orange balancing the sweetness of other botanicals.

Plymouth ginChivas BrothersGin - Worldwide - 41-42%

Attractive nose packed full with fresh juniper and coriander, followed by zesty citrus notes and even a hint of bitter orange. Some unusual but attractive earthy notes begin to show and grow into orris and angelica. Then all meld into a super combination. Well rounded and fine balance. A grand variation of the gin theme.

Foxdenton london dry gin 48%Foxdenton Estate Company ltdGin - London Dry - 48%

Big, booming nose that gives everything a London Dry should do but more at the strength. Super active entry into the mouth yet gorgeously deep and mellow. All the flavour you could want in wonderful integration. Complexity gives super smoothness and velvet flow while retaining the lively character. Complex, long, refreshing finish. Aftertaste lasts for ever !

old Buck dry ginHenry tayler & ries ltdGin - Worldwide - 43%

Very attractive nose filled traditional gin aromatics. Gorgeous rush of clean juniper underpinned by zesty citrus. Juniper plays an important part with clean freshness. Great entry into lively mouth with full dispersal of flavours. Perfectly integrated and well balanced. Gorgeous gin just waiting for ice and tonic.

Martin Miller’s Westbourne strength ginThe reformed spirits CompanyGin - Worldwide - 45%+

Attractive juniper nose with zesty lemon and other citrus components. Lively entry into the mouth with active palate where the citrus components seem to take charge. Full flavour leads into bright, zesty finish. Well balanced and very refreshing.

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star london dry ginarcus asGin - London Dry - 37.5%

Jodhpur london dry ginBeveland, s.a.Gin - London Dry - 43%

Finsbury Platinum london dry ginBorco International gmbhGin - London Dry - 47%+

Beefeater london dry gin 40%Chivas BrothersGin - London Dry - 40%

Beefeater 24Chivas BrothersGin - London Dry - 45-46%

Ferrand Citadelle reserveCognac FerrandGin - London Dry - 43%

original Pink dry ginEdgerton distillers ltdGin - Worldwide - 47%

sainsbury’s Blackfriars ging & J greenallGin - London Dry - 43%

saffron gingabriel BoudierFlavoured Gin - Saffron

Consulate Premium london dry ginHenry tayler & ries ltdGin - London Dry - 43%

White socks organic dry ginHumbel spezialitätenbrennereiGin - Worldwide - 40%

Knockeen Hills Elderflower ginKnockeen Hills spiritsGin - London Dry - 43%

Knockeen Hills Heather ginKnockeen Hills spiritsGin - London Dry - 43%

gibson’s london dry ginla MartiniquaiseGin - London Dry - 37.5%

sW4 london dry ginPark Place drinks ltdGin - London Dry - 40%

rogue spruce ginrogue spiritsFlavoured Gin - Spruce

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HOMe GIn SILVER, BRONZE

sipsmith london dry ginsipsmith ltdGin - London Dry - 41-42%

Edinburgh ginspencerfield spirits Co ltdGin - Worldwide - 43%

The duke Munich dry ginThe duke destillerieGin - Worldwide - 45%+

Martin Miller’s ginThe reformed spirits CompanyGin - Worldwide - 40%

sloane’s dry gintoorank (uK) ltdGin - London Dry - 40%

Waitrose original london dry ginWaitrose limitedGin - London Dry - 40%

darnley’s viewWemyss vintage Malt limitedGin - London Dry - 40%

gilpin’s Westmorland Extra dry ginWestmorland spirits limitedGin - London Dry - 47%+

The West Winds gin - The sabreWirrinup Pty ltdGin - Worldwide - 40%

The West Winds gin - The CutlassWirrinup Pty ltdGin - Worldwide - 50%+

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adnams Copper House distilled ginadnams Copper House distilleryGin - Worldwide - 40%

adnams First rate ginadnams Copper House distilleryGin - Worldwide - 48%

tann’s gindestilerías Campeny saGin - Worldwide - 40%

Castelgy Club dry ginEckerts Wacholder Brennerei gmbHGin - Worldwide - 37.5%

g’vine nouaisonEWg spirits & WineGin - Worldwide - 43%

greenall’s Bloom Premium london dry ging & J greenallGin - London Dry - 40%

greenalls london dry ging & J greenallGin - London Dry - 40%

london Hill london dry ginIan Macleod distillers ltdGin - London Dry - 40%

Caorunn small Batch scottish ginInternational BeverageGin - Worldwide - 41-42%

KWv ginKWvGin - Worldwide - 43%

golden old Fashioned distilled ginMaison de la vie ltdGin - Worldwide - 45%+

olifant dry ginWenneker distilleriesGin - Worldwide - 40%

Hendrick’s ginWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdGin - Worldwide - 41-42%

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HOMe GRAPe BRAndy GOLD (Best in Class)

graPE BrandYgold (BEst In Class)

van ryn’s 10 Yo vintage Brandydistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Blended - 8-10 YO

Pale amber. Beautiful, complex nose filled with fruit where apricot plays major role followed by notes of chocolate, prune and some candied orange peel. Lively entry into the mouth with great deployment of flavours that follow the nose. Smooth flow and velvet texture. Good balance and harmony. Nuts come into the flavours after a while in the glass with some spicy oak notes. Long, full, satisfying finish.

Klipdriftdistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Blended - Wood Aged

Pale gold. Inviting dried apricot nose with pears and rich spice. Light, pretty floral backing. Lively but smooth entry into the mouth. Well rounded ripe fruit flavours with fine oak support. Toasted nut and hints of honey. Lively, energised finish.

uitkyk 10 Yo Estate Brandydistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 10-12 YO

Bright gold. Very attractive nose and individually styled. Lots of floral notes with rose and lavender. Hints of vanilla, cinnamon and honey. Some dried fruit and delicate red berry notes. Mature and mellow yet with good, lively flow across the palate. Good balance. Very pleasing in every way and long, very satisfying finish.

van ryn’s 20 Yo Collectors reservedistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 18-20 YO

Amber. Amazing nose filled with mature characters with sweet fruit, vanilla and old honey. Glorious floral backing. Almost oozes through the mouth with ultra smooth flow and absolute velvet texture. Flavours sink into the tongue. Rich, seamless flow of dried fruit, honey and sweet spice flavours. Tremendous concentration. Mellow, mature, satisfying. Wonderful, slow sipping experience.

Klipdrift gold Pot-still Brandydistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - No Age Stated

Bright amber. Complex aromas of dried apricot, raisin and lots of spice on very attractive nose. Deep, well rounded mouth packed full of dried fruit flavours with lots more spice and very well managed oak support. Smooth flow and fine texture. Good balance. Flavours of apricot and sweet spice continue developing all the time. Rich, long finish.

lustau solera gran reserva special selection Brandy de Jerez

Emilio lustau saBrandy de Jerez - Solera Gran Reserva

Ripe fruit packs the nose with hints of leather and vanilla. Slow, gentle entry into the mouth. Flavours of sherry and dried fruit lead the mouth with rich, fine wood. Gentle, clean and rich oak. Clean traditional fine flavours. Decided traditional style. Combination of fruit, sherry and spice make for very attractive savouring.

lustau solera reserva Brandy de JerezEmilio lustau saBrandy de Jerez - Solera Reserva

Dark amber. Youthful attractive nose with vibrant aromatic vapours filled with sweet sherry notes, dried apricot and some oaky notes. Rich and lively in the mouth with keen sherry raisin and dried apricot flavours . All of a fine, floral backing housed in gentle oak. Well balanced. Long, spicy finish. Easy to drink with lots of flavour.

oude Molen vovoude Molen distillery (Pty) ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 14-15 YO

Pale gold. Attractive nose with dried apricot, fine oak and fresh floral notes. Smooth and full in the mouth with well matured flavours of dried fruit, sweet spice and more oak. Hints of coffee and dark chocolate. Good concentration of flavours in well balanced mouth. Satin smooth flow. Great charm and super mellow maturity. Long, satisfying finish.

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goldMajestad Brandy de Jerez solera gran reserva

Bodegas Williams & Humbert slBrandy de Jerez - Solera Gran Reserva

Very attractive floral nose with hints of rose and violets. Soft, mild and full in the mouth with lots of body and comforting flavours. Apparently sweet with ripe apricot and sherry followed by rich spice where vanilla plays a major part. Long, aromatic finish.

Majestad Brandy de Jerez solera gran reservaBodegas Williams & Humbert slBrandy de Jerez - Solera Gran Reserva

Very attractive floral nose with hints of rose and violets. Soft, mild and full in the mouth with lots of body and comforting flavours. Apparently sweet with ripe apricot and sherry followed by rich spice where vanilla plays a major part. Long, aromatic finish.

oude Meester 12 reserve Pot-still Brandydistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 10-12 YO

Bright gold. Rich, spice filled nose along with dried apricot, prune and candied orange. Big, rich, fruit filled, well rounded mouth. Mature and mellow yet still vibrant . Lovely smooth flow with silky texture. All the while a great floral display builds in the background. Develops intense complexity and finishes with incredible length. Aftertaste remains forever.

van ryn’s 12 Yo distillers reservedistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 10-12 YO

Bright gold. Attractive nose packed with dried fruit and great floral flourish of rose and lavender. Full powered delivery into the mouth with explosion of full fruited flavours with dried apricot in full exposure. Incredibly smooth flow and silky texture. Complexity builds all the time while gentle caress of oak is ever in the back ground. Very satisfying, everlasting finish. A great brandy.

van ryn’s 15 Yo old Fine Cask reservedistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 14-15 YO

Great complexity on the nose with dried fruit, rich spice and lots of floral aromatics. Great delivery into the mouth with almost explosive force. Flavours burst across the palate filling the mouth with apricot, citrus, honey and sweet spice. Hints of coffee. Super balance and finest texture. Full flavoured finish.

lustau solera gran reserva 1977 Brandy de JerezEmilio lustau saBrandy de Jerez - Solera Gran Reserva - 1977

Gentle, easy nose that grows in the glass packed with sherry notes, ripe apricot with hints of caramel. Elegant and well balanced in the mouth with smooth flow and fine texture. Mellow and mature throughout with all characters in gentle mode. Delightful, super sipper.

olof Bergh solera BrandyHenry tayler & ries ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Blended - Solera Aged

Pale, natural gold. Fairly complex nose with dried apricot and peach and light floral backing. Ripe fruited mouth with hints of sherry and honey. Some apple and candied orange help the complexity. Smooth flow and light texture. Good balance. Elegant and refined with lots of spice in long finish. Lovely brandy with sex appeal.

ladismith Klein Karoo Pot still Brandy 8 Yosouthern Cape vineyardsGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 8 YO

Pretty floral notes on immediate nose give way to massive wave of dried fruit and rich spice. Subtle oak backing. Great entry into the mouth with fine combination of maturity and vital activity. Full range of dried fruit flavours with apricot, peach and raisin feature. Good balance. Strong impression on the palate enhances all the flavours. Long fruit and spice filled finish.

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verum tempranillo roble 2007alcoholes de tomelloso saAguardiente de Uva - Spain - Wood Aged - Single Variety

Inviting nose with light tropical fruit notes and some light floral tones. Fairly full in the mouth with light texture . Fine fruit develops in the lively mouth. Hints of prune, raisin and slight herby note on the side.Wafts of light mature notes give sensation of sweetness but ends totally dry.

st agnes xo Brandyangove Family WinemakersGrape Brandy - Australia - Pot Still - 20 YO

Bright gold colour. Very attractive, fruit filled nose with hints of vanilla and cinnamon. Oaky note in the background. Fruity and elegant in the mouth with keen, ripe fruit flavours. Some deep mature flavours meld well with much more vital, youthful characters. Strong, slightly sour old oak character in otherwise fine, clean brandy.

arpi 5 Yoararat cognac factory “aKz” llCGrape Brandy - Armenia - Pot Still - 5-7 YO

Bright golden colour. Nose filled with dry apricot, peach and vanilla. Raisin and caramel with honey hints. Good, spirity entry into the mouth with fairly elegant poise and good balance. Good fruit in the flavour with lots of spice in the bright finish.

Bardinet xoBardinetGrape Brandy - France - XO

Well fruited nose with dried apricot, prune and some citrus. Hint of cinnamon and vanilla. Great entry into the mouth with immediate, all round, coating of flavour. Creamy toffee notes with long, clean finish.

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vega Cadur Brandy de Jerez soleraBodegas Williams & Humbert slBrandy de Jerez - Solera

Dark amber. Attractive fragrant nose with notes of sherry and vanilla. Gentle and easy entry into the mouth with smooth but vibrant flow across the palate. Gorgeous, fruit filled flavours. Hints of apricot and sherry. Perception of sweetness yet fine, dry finish.

Chang Yu Koyac xo BrandyChang Yu Pioneer Wine CoGrape Brandy - China - Blended

Dark gold with bright, ripe fruit on the nose with backing of dried apricot and honey notes. Good entry into the mouth with smooth flow and fine texture. Lots of fruity flavours with great dried apricot backing. Hints of fine oak. Elegant and well balanced. Good fruity finish. What a good surprise!

Mellow Wood 5 Yo grape Brandydistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Blended - 5 YO

Light gold. Very attractive nose filled with dried apricot, raisin and honey. Good oak backing with slight sweet tobacco and vanilla. Smooth, well judged entry into the mouth with well rounded characters. Great balance and smooth flow. Mellow with some mature notes balancing the lively, more youthful flavours. Subtle oak in long mellow finish.

E&J gallo Brandy vsE&J gallo WineryGrape Brandy - California - Blended

Bright gold. Very attractive citrus on the nose with dried apricot and vanilla. Lively entry into the mouth. Well rounded flavours in smooth flowing mouth . Citrus and dried apricot flavours grow in the mouth while vanilla seems also to multiply. Good balance and texture. Very attractive, full fruited finish.

renuagegalicia distilleryGrape Brandy - Ukraine - 4-5 YO

Deep gold. Light clean nose that grows and produces apricot, sweet tobacco, peach and vanilla. Full and fruity in the mouth with good balance of fruit, oak and spice. Easy flow and very pleasing. Gentle, spice filled finish. Good, well flavoured, gentle brandy.

Joseph Cartron très vieux Marc de Bourgogne des dames Huguette

Joseph CartronGrape Brandy - Marc de Bourgogne

Very inviting nose filled with dark fruit aromatics including prune and ripe plum. Fairly full in the mouth with creamy texture. Hints of brown sugar and some soft stone fruits. Delightful surge of alcohol towards the satisfying finish.

torres 10Miguel torres saGrape Brandy - Spain

Bright amber/bronze. Beautiful, intense, toffee nose with dried apricot, raisin and peach. Cinnamon and vanilla follow. Deep and intensely flavoured mouth repeats all the nose had with more complexity from honey and the fine oak backing. Long and satisfying.

oude Molen solera grand reserveoude Molen distillery (Pty) ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - Solera Aged

Very attractive nose with generous sherry notes and fine ripe fruit. Floral backing with rose and lavender. Lots of life across the palate with complex flavours of ripe and dried apricot and ever present sherry notes. Hints of honey. Fine balance and lively texture. Long lasting, full flavoured finish.

grande Polaire okayama Muscat of alexandria aromatic Marc

sapporo Wine limitedGrape Brandy - Marc - Japan - Okayama - Single Variety

Colourless. Beautifully attractive, delicate nose with citrus, honeysuckle, jasmine and rose. Lively but soft delivery in the mouth with gorgeous passage across the palate. Flavours like the nose suggested amplify in the mouth and leave no doubt as to the variety. Super smooth and gentle texture. Long, aromatic finish.

Joseph Barry traditional Cape Pot still Brandy 5 Yosouthern Cape vineyardsGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 5 YO

Amber. Nose filled with honey, dried fruit and rich spice. Good spicy, toasty oak backing. Lively entry into the mouth with full, rounded flavours that follow the nose. More spice builds in the glass along with much more dried fruit where apricot plays an important part. Long, full finish.

stock xostock srl, ItalyGrape Brandy - Italy - Wood Aged - 7-8 YO

Dark mahogany. Nose leads with caramelly notes, toffee and chocolate then great big floral flourish. Hints of raisin and apricot and generous amount of oak. Big and full in the mouth yet good balance and smooth texture. Good combination of mature, mellow notes and some fresh, ripe fruit. Long, satisfying finish.

tsipouro Thessalias tsilili without anisetsililis s.a.Grape Brandy - Marc - Greece

Colourless. Almost neutral on the nose yet quite an explosive entry into the mouth. Sweet fruited and very clean. Lively yet smooth flow and soft, smooth texture. Spirity lift in the finish.

Three Barrels xoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdGrape Brandy - France - 15 YO

Assertive, rich nose packed with mature notes and good oak support. Lots of dried fruit with big floral backing. Luscious mouth feel and smooth across the palate. Lots of fruit with stewed plums holding the main scene. Dry, spicy finish. Very attractive drink.

Three Barrels vsoPWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdGrape Brandy - France - VSOP

Attractive nose with prune and toffee. Slight herbal character with hints of almond and ginger. Smooth on the palate with velvet texture. Good concentration of fruit in the mouth with some vanilla and butterscotch. Dry spicy finish.

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aldi napoleon Brandyaldi stores ltdGrape Brandy - France - 3 YO

Majestät WeinbrandBimmerle Kg/Pabst & richarz vertriebs gmbHGrape Brandy - Germany - Wood Aged

Carmel 120 BrandyCarmel WineryGrape Brandy - Israel - Wood Aged

Carpene Malvolti Brandy riserva 7Carpene MalvoltiGrape Brandy - Italy - Wood Aged - 7-8 YO

Chang Yu Koyac vsoP BrandyChang Yu Pioneer Wine CoGrape Brandy - China - Blended

viceroy 5 Yo Brandydistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Blended - 5 YO

Klipdrift Premiumdistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Blended - Wood Aged

Mellow Wood standard Brandydistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Blended - Wood Aged

oude Meester vsoBdistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Blended - Wood Aged

oude Meester 18 souverein Pot-still Brandydistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 18-20 YO

Collison’s White gold Brandydistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - No Age Stated

Flight of the Fish Eagledistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - No Age Stated

oude Meester demant Pot-still Brandydistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - No Age Stated

richelieu Brandydistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - No Age Stated

nederburg soleradistell ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - Solera Aged

Brandy dell’Etnadistilleria Fratelli russo sncGrape Brandy - Italy - Wood Aged

lustau solera gran reserva Brandy de JerezEmilio lustau saBrandy de Jerez - Solera Gran Reserva

Buchach abdank 5 Yogalicia distilleryGrape Brandy - Ukraine - 4-5 YO

renuage 5 Yogalicia distilleryGrape Brandy - Ukraine - 4-5 YO

soberano 5gonzalez Byass s.aBrandy de Jerez - Solera Reserva

soberano 8gonzalez Byass s.aBrandy de Jerez - Solera Reserva

limousin BrandyHenry tayler & ries ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Blended - Wood Aged

grand Cavalier BrandyJsC latvijas BalzamsGrape Brandy - Latvia - Wood Aged

KWv BrandyKWvGrape Brandy - South Africa - Blended - Wood Aged

KWv 10 Yo BrandyKWvGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 10-12 YO

KWv 15 Yo BrandyKWvGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 14-15 YO

KWv 20 Yo BrandyKWvGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 18-20 YO

african MishaleKWvGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 5 YO

KWv 5 Yo brandyKWvGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 5 YO

laborie alambic 5 YoKWvGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - 5 YO

Jaime IMiguel torres saGrape Brandy - Spain

torres 20Miguel torres saGrape Brandy - Spain

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Carlos I solera gran reservaosborneBrandy de Jerez - Solera Gran Reserva

Carlos III solera reservaosborneBrandy de Jerez - Solera Reserva

oude Molen 100 reserveoude Molen distillery (Pty) ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Blended - 8-10 YO

oude Molen rene single Caskoude Molen distillery (Pty) ltdGrape Brandy - South Africa - Pot Still - No Age Stated

grand Coubet old French BrandyPabst & richarz vertriebs gmbHGrape Brandy - France - VSOP

Majestät WeinbrandPabst & richarz vertriebs gmbHGrape Brandy - Germany - Wood Aged

sofija rebulasofija JakoncicEau de Vie - Slovenia - Unaged

Three Choirs Barrel aged English BrandyThree Choirs vineyardsGrape Brandy - England - 10 YO

tsililis Muscat of Hamburg grape distillatetsililis s.a.Grape Brandy - Greece - Single Variety

valdronne aqua Eau de vie de vinvaldronneEau de Vie Blanche - France

villa zarri Brandy Millesimato 1988villa zarri srlGrape Brandy - Italy - Wood Aged - 21 YO

Peshterska Muskatova rakiavinprom Peshtera s.a.Grape Brandy - Marc - Bulgaria - No Age Stated - Single Variety

Matured Peshterska rakiavinprom Peshtera s.a.Grape Brandy - Marc - Bulgaria - Wood Aged

raynal xoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdGrape Brandy - France - 15 YO

raynal vsoPWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdGrape Brandy - France - VSOP

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Babeck 10 Year oldagro-azerinvest llCGrape Brandy - Azerbaijan - Pot Still - 5-10 YO

Babeck 5 Yoagro-azerinvest llCGrape Brandy - Azerbaijan - Pot Still - 5-10 YO

Babeck 7 Yoagro-azerinvest llCGrape Brandy - Azerbaijan - Pot Still - 5-10 YO

verum sauvignon Blanc 2007alcoholes de tomelloso saAguardiente de Uva - Spain - Single Variety

verum gewurztraminer 2007alcoholes de tomelloso saAguardiente de Uva - Spain - Wood Aged - Single Variety

ararat zvartnots 7 Yoararat cognac factory “aKz” llCGrape Brandy - Armenia - Pot Still - 5-7 YO

armais armenika 6 Yoararat cognac factory “aKz” llCGrape Brandy - Armenia - Pot Still - 5-7 YO

armenika 5 Yoararat cognac factory “aKz” llCGrape Brandy - Armenia - Pot Still - 5-7 YO

Concorde xoarcus asGrape Brandy - France - XO

vieux garçon Brandy Pure French Brandy xoCgvEFGrape Brandy - France - XO

saint remy authentic vsoPCls remy CointreauGrape Brandy - France - VSOP

saint remy authentic xoCls remy CointreauGrape Brandy - France - XO

Costa lazaridi Idoniko tsipourodomaine Costa lazaridi saGrape Brandy - Marc - Greece

E&J gallo Brandy vsoPE&J gallo WineryGrape Brandy - California - Blended

E&J gallo Brandy xoE&J gallo WineryGrape Brandy - California - Blended

tsipouro tirnavou Katsaros FamilyKatsaros nikolaos & CoGrape Brandy - Marc - Greece

vieux garcon French Brandy xolidl uKGrape Brandy - France - XO

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taste The difference French Brandy xo aged 5 Yearslouis royer saGrape Brandy - France - XO

launcelot vsoPMaison launcelotGrape Brandy - France - VSOP

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HOMe GRAPPA GOLD (Best in Class), GOLD, SILVER (Best in Class)

graPPagold (BEst In Class)

graspa dei amighi vecchia grappadistilleria de negri F. & C sasGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - Wood Aged

Light gold with most inviting floral nose. Delicate hints of jasmine, citrus and tea leaves. Smooth and rich in the mouth with velvet texture yet lively with it. Delightfully mellow. Flavours of prune and dried hay join to add extra complexity. Long lasting sipper to be savoured.

goldlibera da Ponte 18 anni

andrea da Ponte sPa (distilleria)Grappa - Italy - Blended - Wood Aged - 18 YO

Medium, bright gold. Gripping nose with citrus, vanilla on exquisite clean backdrop. Lots of fruit in the background. Great impact in the mouth yet rapidly smoothes out across the palate. Citrus and sweet spice are given good lift by vibrant spirit. All builds into zesty, dry finish. Good tasting yet great palate cleanser.

sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

santini grappaBorco Marken ImportGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - No Age Stated

Colourless. Attractive, intense, and highly spirited nose. Ultra clean in the mouth with vibrant citrus notes. The spirit gives a sweet sensation in very smooth flowing mouth yet ends decidedly dry with some spicy notes in the background.

grappa di Moscato Passito di saracenaCantine violaGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - No Age Stated - Single Variety

Colourless. High spirited nose gives magnificent lift to the honeysuckle and jasmine aromatics, which are joined by sweet spice and some citrus notes. Light and frisky through the mouth with cleanliness being the by-word. All the floral notes are present in full force in the finish.

le giare grappa affinata Chardonnaydistilleria Marzadro spaGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - Wood Aged - Single Variety

Light, red tinged gold. Sweet vanilla on the nose broadens out into biscuit and bread crust with some toasty notes. Super impact on the palate with active flow yet rapidly becomes smooth and mellow. Some peachy notes develop. Clever oak support. Long, lively finish.

Muscat grappa 2009Jost vinyardsGrappa - Canada - Single Variety

Colourless. Big floral and well spiced nose. Honeysuckle and jasmine make for very attractive enty into the mouth where they fill every taste bud. Expands all the while. Lively flow and smooth texture. Finish is also filled with floral notes and sweet spice.

Flying Emu grappaWirrinup Pty ltdGrappa - Australia

Bright gold. Bold, full fruited nose where dried apricot is dominant with sweet spice in full attendance. Lively and fairly vigorous across the palate with some toasty oak characters coming into play. A spirit that I am sure is going to develop a faithful following!

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HOMe GRAPPA SILVER, BRONZE

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grappa Bandarossa ProseccoBortolomiol sPaGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - No Age Stated - Single Variety

grappa südtirol BarriqueBrennerei l. PsennerGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - Wood Aged

grappa Barrique de negridistilleria de negri F. & C sasGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - Wood Aged

Bertagnolli riserva 1870distilleria g. Bertagnolli srlGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - Wood Aged

Koralis riserva 24 Mesi Barrique 2009distilleria g. Bertagnolli srlGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - Wood Aged

le diciotto lune grappa stravecchiadistilleria Marzadro spaGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - Wood Aged

le giare grappa affinata amaronedistilleria Marzadro spaGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - Wood Aged - Single Variety

sibona grappa riserva affinata in Botti da Portodistilleria sibona s.p.aGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - Wood Aged - Single Variety

zanin grappa di amaronedistilleria zaninGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - No Age Stated - Single Variety

zanin grappa Chardonnay riservadistilleria zaninGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - Wood Aged - Single Variety

grappa Morbida dei Collidistillerie Bonollo umbertoGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - Wood Aged

Muscat grappa 2010Jost vinyardsGrappa - Canada - Single Variety

trentin grappa riservatrentin grappaGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - Wood Aged

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Cavone grappaBorco Marken ImportGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - No Age Stated

grappa di Moscato d’asti distilleria Canellese C. Bocchinodistilleria Canellese C Bocchino & C srlGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - No Age Stated - Single Variety

le giare grappa affinata gewurztraminerdistilleria Marzadro spaGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - Wood Aged - Single Variety

sibona grappa di Moscatodistilleria sibona s.p.aGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - Wood Aged - Single Variety

lambic grappa Biancalidl stiftung & Co KgGrappa - Italy - Pot Still - No Age Stated

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HOMe LIQUeURS GOLD (Best in Class), GOLD

lIquEursgold (BEst In Class)

Merlet Crème de Pêchedistillerie Merlet & FilsLiqueur - Peach

Golden colour. Delicate peach aromas lift from the glass and give no doubt that you have pure peach in the glass. Good balance of sweet fruit and flavour. Smooth passage across the palate with just enough acidity to make balancing buffer. Powerful peach aromas in long finish.

serenade EdelkirschEckerts Wacholder Brennerei gmbHLiqueur - Cherry

Rich cherry and crushed kernel nose . Power of aromas build in the glass and become awesome with a few minutes. Rich and full in the mouth with spirit backing giving the already intense cherry an even greater power. Initial feeling of soft roundness gives way to glorious warming effect. Great balance with acidity that cuts the sweetness to a very attractive mouth feel. Friendly, fruity and very moreish!

romanetti amaro liqueurEckerts Wacholder Brennerei gmbHLiqueur - Herb

Dark brown with bright yellow rim. Attractive aromas with delicate spicy herbs. Bitter sweet character in the mouth . Good balance of sweet and bitter and fine alcohol . Good fresh finish with long lasting “clean” character.

Crème de Cassis de dijon gabriel Boudiergabriel BoudierLiqueur - Cassis

Magnificent dark ruby with glowing edge. Colour clings to the inside of the glass leaving well defined “legs”. Jam packed nose with fresh cassis. Intense and deeply concentrated in the mouth with nothing but cassis. Rich, thick and viscous. Dense concentration leads into incredibly powerful finish. The intensity of richness is almost too much for the palate which screams for vanilla ice cream to spread the load !!

Joseph Cartron CaféJoseph CartronLiqueur - Coffee

Dark, almost black coffee colour with golden yellow rim. Great coffee aromas with side notes of dark chocolate. Super entry into the mouth with coffee flavours spreading all over the plate and full, rich flavour sinking deep into the palate. Intense in all respects yet all in balance. Flavour, sweetness and alcohol. Smooth flow into long, extended finish. Lovely sipper or component in a cocktail.

Plum liqueur de France Prucialouis royer Jules BremantLiqueur - Plum

Pale gold. Rich aromas of ripe plum with floral notes and some sweet spice. The golden plum characters literally take off in the mouth filling every cavity with deep, rich flavour. Smooth as can be across the palate with a golden richness reflecting plum at every opportunity. Great balance of sweetness, flavour and acidity with the finest little alcoholic lift. An absolute delight.

di antonio sambucatoorank (uK) ltdLiqueur - Aniseed

Strong aniseed, penetrating nose. Even stronger aniseed after dilution. Sweetly balanced with smooth mouth and fine alcohol. Sweet sensations give way to long, dry finish.

goldoude Meester Peppermint liqueur

distell ltdLiqueur - Peppermint

Brilliant, bright but natural green colour. Powerful pure peppermint in the nose in beautiful balance and gentle delivery. No doubt it is peppermint all the way but it is beautifully tempered and unbelievably clean. Lively mouth with gorgeous aftertaste.

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HOMe LIQUeURS GOLD, SILVER (Best in Class)

liquore di liquirizialidl stiftung & Co KgLiqueur - Liquorice

Very attractive subtle nose with complex blend of caramel, coffee and liquorice. Rich and full in the mouth with loads of liquorice and rich caramelised undertones. Great balance of flavour and sweetness and alcohol. Extended finish is packed with liquorice.

sildka Caramelluis Caballero saLiqueur - Caramel

Bright amber caramel colour. Absolutely amazing, clean, clear caramel aromas and lots of them just powering out of the glass. Great, animated entry into the mouth yet spreads across the palate in elegant style. Soft and silky with great texture. Some almond notes appear after some time in the glass . The clean spirit gives the caramel super lift into the very attractive finish. Lovely sipper or super ingredient for cocktails.

Platner Cranberry likörPrivatbrennerei PlatnerLiqueur - Cranberry

Colour of ripe cranberry. Nose simply delivers concentrated cranberry. The flavours are a concentration of ripe cranberry fruit with extra lift from the gentle alcoholic content. Fine balance of sweetness, alcohol, acidity and even a tannic grip. Firm, dry sided finish.

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Bramley and gage organic sloe ginBramley and gage ltdLiqueur - Sloe

Port colour with great aromatic lift off of ripe sloe berries with distinct gin in mix. Some red plum and dried prune flavours in rich, fairly sweet mouth. Good balance of fruit, sweetness and acidity. Smooth flow and rich texture. Well integrated but the gin does make an attractive appearance to add extra interest to the flavour. Strong, full fruited finish.

Crema & Banana Cream liqueurCasoni Fabbricazione liquori s.p.aLiqueur - Cream - Tropical Fruit

Gentle banana aromas rise slowly from the glass followed by other tropical characters. Banana is dominant in the sweet, creamy mouth while it seems the tropical fruit salad begins to be more marked and banana fades towards the finish.

rachmaninoff Melon liqueurCasoni Fabbricazione liquori s.p.aLiqueur - Melon

Ripe melon nose with with attractive floral display in the background. Rich, full mouth with creamy edge and full powered melon flavour. Slight tropical fruit note adds extra interest. Ripe melon aromatics dominate the fresh , ripe finish.

den gouden Haan advokaat Egg nogden gouden HaanLiqueur - Egg

Thick custard-like composition that needs a spoon to “eat” it! Nose is simply concentrated egg and vanilla. Surprisingly spirity in the mouth with full egg custard flavour with almost exaggerated vanilla characters. Very different and very pleasing.

amaruladistell ltdLiqueur - Cream - Wild Fruit

Fawn colour. Evocative aromas rise from the glass with the now familiar Marula aromatics dominant. Hints of vanilla, chocolate and some distinct citrus. Luscious, custard cream mouth with lovely spirity lift. More complex than most cream liqueurs.

oude Meester ginger liqueurdistell ltdLiqueur - Ginger

Deep bronze. Pure, penetrating ginger nose. Full, firm entry into the mouth which produces an immediate warming glow. Smooth flow across the palate with fine texture. Ginger has total mouth covering effect which clings to the palate and delivers ginger all the time. Great soothing sensation. A great expression of natural ginger. Remains one of the world’s best.

Merlet C2 Cognac & Cassisdistillerie Merlet & FilsLiqueur - Cognac & Cassis

Dark ruby. Colour clings to the side of the glass. Great concentration of rich cassis on the nose with gorgeous brandy aromas in full attention. Great viscosity in the mouth with the cassis concentration made more liquid by the Cognac without any loss of flavour. Rather the extra alcohol enhances the cassis. Great composition. Long, warming, fruit filled finish.

Merlet Crème de Framboisedistillerie Merlet & FilsLiqueur - Raspberry

Dark red. Nose is as crammed with raspberry aromas as the mouth is with raspberry flavours. Rich and full mouth where the fruit seems to store up for a while then floods across the palate releasing flavour all the while. Super full yet yielding texture. Great balance of fruit sugar and consistency. Delightful.

rachmaninoff red orangeEckerts Wacholder Brennerei gmbHLiqueur - Orange

This delicious liqueur achieves lovely balance of sweetness with the sharp citrus acidity and classic bitter orange flavours. It is delicious well chilled on its own, but would get a bartender’s creative juices flowing too.

giffard Muroise du val de loiregiffardLiqueur - Mixed Berry Fruit

A most unusual product with unmistakeable aromas of raspberry yet different! Seems the product is made from a hybrid crossing of blackberry and raspberry . The rich berry scents have a wonderful “sweet” floral backing. Full, sweet fruited mouth with lots of viscosity. Great berry flavours and super balance of fruit flavours, sugar concentration and fresh acidity. Lovely little spirity lift in the tail. Beautiful.

son tinh tao Meo Premium rice liqueur rice appleHighway4 JsCLiqueur - Sticky Rice

A rich nose with exotic spices coming through, especially ginger, which also provides a surprising but delicious kick on the palate, while balancing the sweetness on the finish. Fascinating!

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HOMe LIQUeURS SILVER (Best in Class)

sildka Mint Chocolateluis Caballero saLiqueur - Mint Chocolate

Intense, mint green colour with amazing aromatics of fresh mint and rich chocolate. Rich, full entry into the mouth with warming glow and super soft flow. Flavours are a great blend of dark chocolate and mint. Super lively yet soft texture. Long finish with freshness of mint and satisfaction of chocolate. Gorgeous product.

Marie Brizard violet liqueurMarie BrizardLiqueur - Floral

Nose is just like violets and brings back childhood memories of Parma violet sweets. Incredibly violet full flavour with slightest note of white chocolate. Soft, sweet sensation all through the mouth yet good spirit underlay. Brisk, fresh finish. Great impersonation of violets in full bloom.

Marie Brizard spicy Mix liqueurMarie BrizardLiqueur - Spice

Colourless. Attractive nose with mix of ripe berries is completely integrated, then comes a fine but distinct chilli aroma. Initially sweet in the mouth with berry flavours in charge then comes the onslaught of hot pepper that livens every thing up. The spirit gives the pepper extra lift but in the end there is great balance between berry flavour, sweetness and the hot chilli. What an experience!

Marie Brizard strawberry liqueurMarie BrizardLiqueur - Strawberry

Strawberry aromas leap from the glass with great gusto with underlying brandy character. Soft strawberry dominates the flavours in rich mouth and is further highlighted by the fine underlay of spirit. Soft and yielding in the mouth with continuous flow of strawberry flavours, carrying well into delightful finish.

Marie Brizard tea liqueurMarie BrizardLiqueur - Tea

Deep, golden tea colour. Unmistakeable tea aromas with anticipation of refreshing flavour to follow, which it does. Delightful breakfast tea with delicate sweetness and fine tannin. Decided iced tea finish that gives a great warming glow.

Mozart Black Chocolate Pure 87Mozart distillerie gmbhLiqueur - Chocolate

Attractive aromas of dark chocolate, hints of coffee and slightest note of vanilla. Rich and full in the mouth with layers of dark chocolate with slight, but attractive, bitter note. Smooth and soft flow across the palate with fine warming glow. Moves with slow firmness into long finish with deep dark chocolate flavours. Beautiful product.

asda Extra special Irish Cream liqueurniche drinks Co ltdLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

Pretty nose with delicate mocha, rich chocolate with mellow whisky backing. Creamy mouth with wafer biscuit flavours, smooth texture and just enough whisky to balance the sweetness and cream. Chocolate comes through fairly strongly on the extended finish.

vedrenne Crème de PamplemoussePages vedrenneLiqueur - Grapefruit

Pale pink. Delicate grapefruit aromas. Gentle wafts at the start grow in intensity. Good thrust of flavour immerses the tongue and highlights the fruit. Good balance of acidity and sweetness. Long, grapefruit filled finish. Solid grapefruit from start to finish.

Mango liqueurPages vedrenneLiqueur - Tropical Fruit

At first the nose appears to be a tropical fruit salad but slowly the mango establishes itself as the main performer. On the palate the mango again is the fullest flavour but there is a supporting array of tropical players that make for a fairly complex liqueur. Intense palate gives way to more open finish.

Platner südtiroler Marillen likörPrivatbrennerei PlatnerLiqueur - Apricot

Gold. Enticing, pure apricot aromas with hint of crushed kernel. Super smooth in the mouth with concentration of strong apricot flavours and growing kernel character. Sweet honey touch with full apricot again takes total control. Long lasting apricot flavoured finish.

di antonio amarettotoorank (uK) ltdLiqueur - Nut

Deep gold with bronze fleck. Concentrated, penetrating nut nose with combination of what seems to be hazel and walnut. Hints of marzipan and biscuit. Sweet in the mouth with great wave of flavour from the nuts and little side shows of apricot and espresso. Good flow through the mouth with creamy, smooth texture. Underlined by slight alcoholic lift towards the rewarding finish.

valdronne Kypris limoncellovaldronneLiqueur - Lemon

Lemon green. Delicate, fresh lemon pours out of the glass. Mouth is alive with lemon flavours heightened by brisk acidity. Good sugar/acid balance. Great, lively mouth tone. Refreshing and easy drinking.

sovrano limoncello Creamvilla ItaliaLiqueur - Cream - Citrus

Distinct and full lemon on the nose with slight complexity from other citrus aromas. Rich, full creamy flow where lemon flavour is dominant while some other citrus notes mingle on the side. Clean lemon in long, creamy finish.

Wenneker apple schnappsWenneker distilleriesLiqueur - Apple

Delicate green apple aromas with cleanliness the by word. Fresh and brisk in the mouth with lively lemon flavour well balanced by brisk acidity. Clean, zesty finish. Refreshing alcoholic apple juice !

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HOMe LIQUeURS SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER

glayvaWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdLiqueur - Whisky/Whiskey

Bronze colour. Complex nose filled with classic honey, heather and spice. Some citrus notes at the edge. Lively delivery into the mouth and smooth flow across the palate. Great mouth feel and super texture. Honey, citrus and spice are well integrated with just the correct sugar/alcohol balance. Flavours continue to deliver all the time. Mellow and super smooth. Long lasting finish. Gorgeous classic.

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Ballycastle Irish Cream liqueuraldi stores ltdLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

Bellucci amaretto liqueuraldi stores ltdLiqueur - Nut

antica sambuca Classicantiche distillerie riunite srlLiqueur - Aniseed

volare triple secantiche distillerie riunite srlLiqueur - Orange

st. Hallvardarcus asLiqueur - Herb

The King’s gingerBerry Bros & rudd ltdLiqueur - Ginger

Bvland Crème de Cacao WhiteBeveland, s.a.Liqueur - Chocolate

Massari sambucaCasoni Fabbricazione liquori s.p.aLiqueur - Aniseed

Crema & Pesca Cream liqueurCasoni Fabbricazione liquori s.p.aLiqueur - Cream - Tropical Fruit

Bent’e soli Mirto di sardegnaCasoni Fabbricazione liquori s.p.aLiqueur - Myrtle

Coeur du Comte orange liqueurCasoni Fabbricazione liquori s.p.aLiqueur - Orange

Cello sambuca BiancaCece liqueur Pty ltdLiqueur - Aniseed

duc de Coeur Crème de CassisCherry rocherLiqueur - Cassis

Crimzin spice liqueurCrimzin ltdLiqueur - Spice

Eine Kleine nachtmusikdistell ltdLiqueur - Chocolate

Fratelli russo amaro di siciliadistilleria Fratelli russo sncLiqueur - Herb

Merlet Crème de Cassis de la saintonge Boiséedistillerie Merlet & FilsLiqueur - Cassis

Merlet triple secdistillerie Merlet & FilsLiqueur - Orange

deep southdistilleries group toorankLiqueur - Whisky/Whiskey

MarillenlikörElztalbrennerei georg Weis gmbHLiqueur - Apricot

Bloom Mountain organic Irish Cream liqueurFirst Ireland spirits (Mfg) Co ltdLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

Brogan’s Irish Cream liqueurFirst Ireland spirits (Mfg) Co ltdLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

Cassidy Irish Cream liqueurFirst Ireland spirits (Mfg) Co ltdLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

County Cream liqueurFirst Ireland spirits (Mfg) Co ltdLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

danny Boy Irish Whiskey Cream liqueurFirst Ireland spirits (Mfg) Co ltdLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

Feeney’s luxurious Irish Cream liqueurFirst Ireland spirits (Mfg) Co ltdLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

Blutwurz im tonkrugFrieder schwarze gmbH & Co KgLiqueur - Herb

Bartender apricot Brandy gabriel Boudiergabriel BoudierLiqueur - Apricot

Bartender triple sec gabriel Boudiergabriel BoudierLiqueur - Orange

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HOMe LIQUeURS SILVER

giffard Cassis noir de BourgognegiffardLiqueur - Cassis

son tinh My tun Premium rice liquorHighway4 JsCLiqueur - Sticky Rice

Irish Mist Whiskey liqueurIrish MistLiqueur - Whisky/Whiskey

arsenitch green appleJaunalko ltdLiqueur - Apple

arsenitch sandthornJaunalko ltdLiqueur - Sandthorn (Alpine Berry)

Joseph Cartron Crème de Cassis doubleJoseph CartronLiqueur - Cassis

Joseph Cartron triple sec CuracaoJoseph CartronLiqueur - Orange

suave Coffee liqueurKarloff s.r.o.Liqueur - Coffee

Wild africa CreamKWvLiqueur - Cream - Wild Fruit

van der Hum liqueurKWvLiqueur - Orange

anis Inopialicores Baines slLiqueur - Aniseed

Pacharan Baines orolicores Baines slLiqueur - Plum & Spice

Crema di limoncinolidl stiftung & Co KgLiqueur - Cream - Citrus

armilar amarettolidl stiftung & Co KgLiqueur - Nut

lidl raspberry liqueurlidl stiftung & Co KgLiqueur - Raspberry

zachos ouzolidl uKFlavoured Spirits - Aniseed

queen Margot Cream liqueurlidl uKLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

Western gold Whisky liqueurlidl uKLiqueur - Whisky/Whiskey

Muscat liqueur de France Mistialouis royer Jules BremantLiqueur - Muscat

Miura Crema de Morasluis Caballero saLiqueur - Blackberry

Caballero liqueurluis Caballero saLiqueur - Orange

Marie Brizard Chocolat royalMarie BrizardLiqueur - Chocolate

Marie Brizard Cinnamon liqueurMarie BrizardLiqueur - Cinnamon

Marie Brizard Jasmine liqueurMarie BrizardLiqueur - Floral

Marie Brizard rosemary liqueurMarie BrizardLiqueur - Rosemary

sainsburys taste the difference Irish Cream liqueurniche drinks Co ltdLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

nussbacher nussgeistnussbach distillery gmbHLiqueur - Nut

queen Margot Cream liqueur with WhiskyPabst & richarz vertriebs gmbHLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

WaldmeisterlikörPabst & richarz vertriebs gmbHLiqueur - Herb

le BirlouPages vedrenneLiqueur - Apple & Nut

supercassis Crème de CassisPages vedrenneLiqueur - Cassis

vedrenne Cherry Brandy liqueurPages vedrenneLiqueur - Cherry

vedrenne Elderflower liqueurPages vedrenneLiqueur - Floral

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Passion Fruit liqueurPages vedrenneLiqueur - Tropical Fruit

Pallini limoncelloPallini InternazionaleLiqueur - Lemon

Platner südtiroler Edelkirsch likörPrivatbrennerei PlatnerLiqueur - Cherry

Platner südtiroler Pfirsich likörPrivatbrennerei PlatnerLiqueur - Peach

original radeberger Bitterradeberger destillation & liqueurfabrik gmbHLiqueur - Herb

Merrys Irish Cream liqueurrobert a Merry & Co. ltdLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

Merrys White Chocolate Cream liqueurrobert a Merry & Co. ltdLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

rutte Cuban Coffee liqueurrutte & znLiqueur - Coffee

schmerling’s Chocolate liqueurschmerling agLiqueur - Chocolate

schmerling’s Coffee liqueurschmerling agLiqueur - Coffee

Cherry Fruit liqueur Pasko višnjasM Cubric d o oLiqueur - Cherry

Bylinovkastepanow svoLiqueur - Herb

amundsen Melonstock Pizen-BozkovLiqueur - Melon

tamborine Mountain distillery Cherry liqueurtamborine Mountain distilleryLiqueur - Cherry

deluxe Irish Cream liqueurterra ltdLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

Puccini Crystal sambucatoorank (uK) ltdLiqueur - Aniseed

Il lemoncellotoschi vignola srlLiqueur - Lemon

toschi nocellotoschi vignola srlLiqueur - Nut

sovrano limoncellovilla ItaliaLiqueur - Lemon

limoncello di FioritovoF limoncello di FioritoLiqueur - Lemon

Wenneker Passion Fruit liqueurWenneker distilleriesLiqueur - Tropical Fruit

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Cocobay White rum & Coconut liqueuraldi stores ltdLiqueur - Coconut

Peach schnapps oscar’saldi stores ltdLiqueur - Peach

southern Bellealdi stores ltdLiqueur - Whisky/Whiskey

Bitterol liquore aperitivoCasoni Fabbricazione liquori s.p.aLiqueur - Herb

rachmaninoff lemon liqueurCasoni Fabbricazione liquori s.p.aLiqueur - Lemon

rachmaninoff Peach liqueurCasoni Fabbricazione liquori s.p.aLiqueur - Peach

Crème de Cassis Monna & FillesCassis Monna & FillesLiqueur - Cassis

sève by gautierCognac gautier saLiqueur - Fruit & Spice

Fuoco del vulcanodistilleria Fratelli russo sncLiqueur - Herb

distillerie Combier roi rené rougedistillerie CombierLiqueur - Cherry

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HOMe LIQUeURS BRONZE

royal Combierdistillerie CombierLiqueur - Orange

Puccini graphite sambucadistilleries group toorankLiqueur - Aniseed

sunset reefdistilleries group toorankLiqueur - Coconut

The dubliner liqueurFirst Ireland spirits (Mfg) Co ltdLiqueur - Whisky/Whiskey

Bartender Cherry Brandy gabriel Boudiergabriel BoudierLiqueur - Cherry

arsenitch Wild Cherry liqueurJaunalko ltdLiqueur - Cherry

arsenitch Essential Herb liqueurJaunalko ltdLiqueur - Herb

Jinro adeyaka umeshuJinro Japan IncLiqueur - Plum

Joseph Cartron Crème de Framboise de BourgogneJoseph CartronLiqueur - Raspberry

van der Hum Cream liqueurKWvLiqueur - Cream - Citrus

Jersey apple Brandy Creamla Mare Wine EstateLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

Poliakov redla MartiniquaiseLiqueur - Mixed Berry Fruit

lemon z limoncellolemon zLiqueur - Lemon

Crema & Caffè typ latte Macchiatolidl stiftung & Co KgLiqueur - Cream - Gingerbread

Massari Bitterlidl stiftung & Co KgLiqueur - Herb

Pople strawberrylignell & PiispanenLiqueur - Strawberry

schwartzwald-Crème sahnelikörlindenhof Branntweine gmbHLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

Miura Crema de Picotasluis Caballero saLiqueur - Cherry

Marie Brizard grand orangeMarie BrizardLiqueur - Orange

Marie Brizard triple sec liqueurMarie BrizardLiqueur - Orange

Mey Igki Yeni raki ÂlâMey Igki sanayi ve ticaret asFlavoured Spirits - Aniseed

tekirdag rakisi altiri seriMey Igki sanayi ve ticaret asFlavoured Spirits - Aniseed

tekirdag rakisi trakya serisiMey Igki sanayi ve ticaret asFlavoured Spirits - Aniseed

M & s gingerbread Creamniche drinks Co ltdLiqueur - Cream - Gingerbread

verveine Citronnelle liqueurPages vedrenneLiqueur - Herb

Pages vedrenne Creme de FramboisePages vedrenneLiqueur - Raspberry

Merlyn Welsh Cream liqueurPenderyn distilleryLiqueur - Dairy - Cream

gold-advocaat Eierlikörrhon Hessische Weinbrennerei auW dworzak gmbH & Co KgLiqueur - Egg

Mascaradesaybrex International IncLiqueur - Tropical Fruit

tamborine Mountain distillery The australian Herbal liqueur

tamborine Mountain distilleryLiqueur - Herb

The Bitter truth apricot BrandyThe Bitter truthLiqueur - Apricot

Miodula Presidential Blendtoorank (uK) ltdLiqueur - Honey

Puccini limoninotoorank (uK) ltdLiqueur - Lemon

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HOMe LIQUeURS BRONZE

tiburon Mangotoorank (uK) ltdLiqueur - Tropical Fruit

Fragolì liqueur with whole wild strawberriestoschi vignola srlLiqueur - Strawberry

dooley’s original toffee & vodkaWaldemar Behn gmbH & Co. KgLiqueur - Cream - Toffee

solernoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdLiqueur - Orange

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HOMe OTHeR SPIRITS GOLD (Best in Class), GOLD, SILVER (Best in Class)

otHEr sPIrItsgold (BEst In Class)

altstädter doppelkornEckerts Wacholder Brennerei gmbHCorn Schnapps

Colourless. Absolutely neutral on the nose with just an alcoholic tingling sensation. Bright and zesty in the mouth with sweet sensation from pure, clean alcohol. Lovely, energetic, warming passage through the mouth. Crystal clear, clean finish.

renchtäler JägerteeFrieder schwarze gmbH & Co KgFlavoured Spirits - Jägertee

Deep gold . Intriguing, complex aromatics where spice and rum-like flavours develop. Spice is reinforced in the mouth by keen, warming alcohol. Robust character with lively cinnamon tingle. Good balance of flavours and sweetness. One can just imagine the comfort while sipping this in its warm “tea” style from a mug after coming off the ski slopes.

Pastis duc de Coeurslaur sardetFlavoured Spirits - Aniseed

Straw gold colour that louches to instant opaque golden yellow with greenish tinge. Powerful aniseed and herbal nose which after louche delivers even more aniseed, liquorice and herbal notes. Very complex. Slight sweetness in the mouth with fresh, fine, alcoholic lift. Penetrating at all times with pastis flavours and aromas getting everywhere. Incredibly refreshing and fine restorative.

goldKawar 50 red label

sons of Baheeg KawarFlavoured Spirits - Aniseed

Colourless yet immediate change to opaque milky white when the water is added. Again, the immediate lift off of even more anise aromas than before dilution. Bright, full flavoured mouth with lively but rich flow across the palate. Anise and herbal characters fill every taste receptacle. Everlasting finish. Refreshing and with good restorative values.

sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

Bisquit Pineau des CharentesBisquit dubouché et CiePineau des Charentes

Lovely honeyed nose, with a touch of peach. In the mouth, there is a slightly coconut touch which carries through to the luscious long finish.

riga Black Balsam CurrantJsC latvijas BalzamsFlavoured Spirits - Balsam

An instantly warming nose, with comforting aromas of balsam. On the palalte, this is wrapped in gentle well-crafted spirit which bears the flavour through to an impressively complete finish.

organic Winter schnappsspirit of Hven distilleryFlavoured Schnapps

An elegant waft of cinnamon and cloves leads the way, and the bone dry, soft palate shows off some great distillation to appreciate through the Baltic winter.

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HOMe OTHeR SPIRITS SILVER, BRONZE

sIlvEr

zumwhol naturalaotearoa distillers limitedCorn Schnapps

altstädter Klarer spirituoseBimmerle KgCorn Schnapps

ouzo KoryfaioBrennerei Weinbereitung ThrakisFlavoured Spirits - Aniseed

ouzo zachosBrennerei Weinbereitung ThrakisFlavoured Spirits - Aniseed

Pastis Henri Bardouindistilleries et domaines de FranceFlavoured Spirits - Aniseed

altes PflümliElztalbrennerei georg Weis gmbHFlavoured Spirits - Plum

Pineau des Charentes Blanc Pitaud 2005sarl Cognac PitaudPineau des Charentes

Kawar 45 green labelsons of Baheeg KawarFlavoured Spirits - Aniseed

Kawar 53 Black labelsons of Baheeg KawarFlavoured Spirits - Aniseed

BronzE

austin’s summer drinkaldi stores ltdFlavoured Spirits - Fruit

Weizenstolz doppel-WeizenkornEckerts Wacholder Brennerei gmbHCorn Schnapps

Weizenstolz WeizenkornEckerts Wacholder Brennerei gmbHCorn Schnapps

arsenitch Pure BalsamJaunalko ltdFlavoured Spirits - Balsam

Piratens Besksaturnus aBSchnapps

utösaturnus aBSchnapps

organic summer schnappsspirit of Hven distilleryFlavoured Schnapps

studer swiss Premium absinthestuder & Co agAbsinthe - Verte

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HOMe PISCO GOLD (Best in Class), SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER, BRONZE

PIsCogold (BEst In Class)

Pisco aBaaba drink & spiritPisco - Chile - Reserve

Beautiful muscat aromas simply lift out of the glass and develop all the while. Honeysuckle and jasmine lead the floral display. Equally good muscat in the mouth with delicate show of clean and clear characters. Great balance and silky smooth. Delightful warming glow leads into spicy finish.

sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

Pisco Fundo los nichos Especialvitivinicola Fundo los nichosPisco - Chile - Regular

Very attractive, delicate muscat aromas with hints of honeysuckle. Soft entry into the mouth with incredibly smooth flow across the palate. Fresh and crisp with gorgeous muscat flavour and hints of honey and jasmine in the background. Elegant and beautiful poise. Crisp finish filled with muscat.

sIlvEr

alto del Carmen Pisco reservadoCapelPisco - Chile - Reserve

alto del Carmen Pisco reservado 2d transparenteCapelPisco - Chile - Reserve

alto del Carmen reserva EnvejecidoCapelPisco - Chile - Reserve

Pisco reservado 2d transparenteCapelPisco - Chile - Reserve

Pisco Mistral gran nobel reservado Privada 40ºCompania Pisquera de Chile s.aPisco - Chile - Reserve

Pisco Mistral nobel reservado 40ºCompania Pisquera de Chile s.aPisco - Chile - Reserve

Pisco Mistral reservado 40ºCompania Pisquera de Chile s.aPisco - Chile - Reserve

Pisco tres Erres (Moai) reservado 40ºCompania Pisquera de Chile s.aPisco - Chile - Reserve

Pisco tres Erres reservado 40ºCompania Pisquera de Chile s.aPisco - Chile - Reserve

Psicologia Pisco acholadoFernando gonzales lattiniPisco – Peru – Acholado

BronzE

Pisco reservado 2d guardaCapelPisco - Chile - Reserve

Pisco Control C triple destilado reservado 40ºCompania Pisquera de Chile s.aPisco - Chile - Reserve

Pisco Espiritu de Elqui reservadovitivinicola Fundo los nichosPisco - Chile - Reserve

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HOMe RUM GOLD (Best in Class)

ruMgold (BEst In Class)

angostura 7 Yoangostura limitedGolden Rum - Blended - Caribbean - 5-7 YO

Bright gold. Very appealing, complex nose with toffee, vanilla, honey and butterscotch. Big, well rounded mouth filled with the flavours introduced on the nose. Great, stylish entry with smooth but lively flow across the palate. Flavours become more complex the longer in the glass with some cocoa and coffee notes coming into play. Great balance of well managed oak. Hints of citrus and more vanilla in full flavoured finish. Lovely rum.

El dorado rum 12Yodemerara distillersDark Rum - Blended - Central & South America - 12 YO

Massive, complex nose with butterscotch, honey, prune, clove, nutmeg, ginger and vanilla. All melded together with dark treacle and old marmalade. Super smooth mouth with dense texture and silky flow. Deep flavours of all that the nose had plus some fine oak and some ripe, tropical flavours. Beautiful balance and long, satisfying finish.

El dorado 8 Yo rumdemerara distillersDark Rum - Blended - Central & South America - 7-8 YO

Rich, deep nose with great complex mingle of banana, mango, raisin and prune with vanilla and ginger at the edge. Stylish entry into the mouth with super smooth flow across the palate. Besides all the nose promised there is some emerging fudge, marmalade, prune and clove. Good wood support. Fairly mature with great mellow resonance. Everything gets a lift from a lovely spirity and lively lift in the finish. Gorgeous rum!

Fiji Premium dark rum 5 YoFosters group Pacific ltd - south Pacific distilleries (sPd)Dark Rum - Blended - Fiji - 3-5 YO - 58%

Rich and full on the nose with dark chocolate and rich treacle. Some exotic, tropical fruit. Some earthy notes mingle with floral backing. Lively entry into the mouth with youthful vibrance along the palate. Flavours of mango and ripe banana emerge and some vanilla also shows itself. Long, full flavoured finish. Very good and lively rum.

Chairman’s reserve The Forgotten Casksst lucia distillersGolden Rum - Blended - Caribbean

Old gold. Attractive oaky nose. Buffered by combination of golden syrup, treacle and caramel. Hint of clove. Rich, deep flavoured mouth with honey and raisins cradled in fairly rustic oak. Rich honey gives impression of sweetness yet finishes with almost tannic bone dryness. Good balance and lots of maturity give lots of satisfaction.

toz Whitest lucia distillersWhite Rum - Blended - Caribbean

Colourless. Attractive nose filled with vanilla, honey, dried fruit and some brown sugar notes. Light entry into the mouth but reveals full flavours along the lines of the nose but decided addition of honey makes for sweet sensation. Great balance. Long, zesty, spicy finish.

sailor Jerry spicedWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdFlavoured Rum - Spiced

Very attractive nose with wonderful combination of vanilla and good rum . Lively entry into the mouth with good depth of flavour. Well integrated spice. Smooth flow across the palate with impression of sweetness that expresses itself rather as smoothness than sugar. Good mouth feel and fine balance. A delightful variation on the rum scene.

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goldEl dorado rum 15 Yo

demerara distillersDark Rum - Blended - Central & South America - 15 YO

Complex nose with gorgeous combination of ripe tropical fruit like mango, banana and lychee with dark sugar, treacle, cinnamon and ginger. Slight hint of anise and clove. Soft but determined entry into the mouth with deep, full flow across the palate. Rich flavours along the lines of the nose with addition of dark chocolate and fudge. Perfect balance and rich, mature finish. Perfect sipper.

saint andré rum aged 8 Years rum des seychellestrois Frères distilleryGolden Rum - Blended - Seychelles - 8 YO

Fascinating combination of youthful and mature notes on the nose with chocolate, brown sugar, dried fruits and vanilla. Rich and full in the mouth with range of flavours along the line of the nose with addition of honey and cinnamon. Spicy oak gives extra dimension with hints of marmalade and then lots of vanilla. Great balance. Sustained finish.

sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

angostura 1824angostura limitedGolden Rum - Blended - Caribbean - 12 YO

Super and attractive mix of brown sugar, spice and honey on the nose. Hints of vanilla and ginger creep into the background. Rich full mouth repeats everything the nose showed with ripe orange and fine oak. Flavours grow in the mouth and highlight the mellow maturity of the rum. Great balance and smoothness. Long, satisfying finish.

Bacardi 8 añosBacardi CorporationGolden Rum - Blended - Caribbean - 8 YO

Nose begins gently but builds up speed revealing hints of stewed apple, brown sugar, vanilla and prune. Lively entry into the mouth yet mellow and mature characters in slow flow across the palate. The smoothness of maturity gives impression of sweetness yet has long, spicy, dry finish. Delightful.

sambaroca CachaçaBorco Marken ImportCachaça

Colourless. Almost neutral nose with some pretty tropical fresh fruit flavours lingering in the lifting volatile spirit. Typical, spirity tingle in the nose with just the very slightest waft of smoke. Fine, spirited entry onto the palate with as near neutral character as possible. A slight ripe, fresh, fruity fragrance in the background. Hints of sweet spice in lively finish.

Flor de Caña Blanco 4YoCompania licorera de nicaragua saWhite Rum - Blended - Central America - 4 YO

Charming nose with treacle, old oak, vanilla and hints of cinnamon. Slight toasty note with hint of nuts. Firm entry with brown sugar characters immediately apparent. Well integrated with some brown sugar sweetness. Hints of prune and dried apricot. Long, clean finish.

El dorado rum 21 Yodemerara distillersDark Rum - Blended - Central & South America - 21 YO

Captivating nose filled with dry spice, liquorice and old oak. Silky smooth in the mouth with old fruit cake flavours but lacking the vitality associated with the name. Lots of mature and mellow notes and comforting old marmalade. Roasted hazel nuts and dark chocolate. Very pleasing but one gets the feeling it is just a bridge too far. Long, dry finish.

El dorado rum 5 Yodemerara distillersDark Rum - Blended - Central & South America - 4-5 YO

Impressive nose with caramel, dried fruits and raisins. Complex flavours in the mouth with some tropical fruit and marmalade. Still the fair energy of comparative youth. Some dark chocolate, golden syrup and ginger gives lots more complexity. Good balance and long, well flavoured finish. Delightful.

Cacique añejo goldendiageo PlcGolden Rum - Blended - Central & South America

Nose is filled with ripe, exotic fruits along with cacao and vanilla. Rich and full in the mouth with spicy sweetness, and lively flow. Beautifully balanced. More spice appears in lively finish.

Cacique 500diageo PlcGolden Rum - Blended - Central & South America - Special Edition

The extra age shows with good mature notes on the nose and carries into the deep, warm mouth. Loads of treacle, dark sugar, prunes with vanilla and cinnamon. Rich and well balanced on support of fine oak. Delicate combination of maturity and some youthful highlights. Very drinkable!

savanna rhum agricole vieux single Cask Finish Porto Millésime 2002

distillerie de savannaGolden Rum - Pot Still - Réunion Islands - 5-6 YO

Medium bronze colour. Nose filled with spice and chocolate aromas. Some treacle notes and lots of dried prune. Fairly full palate where dark chocolate and some coffee, toffee flavours emerge. Dried fruit in the firm finish.

rhum vieux Extra 45% agricoledomaines Thieubert E.a.r.l. distillerie neissonGolden Rum - Agricole - Pot Still - Caribbean

Enticing and very attractive nuttiness on the nose with hints of butterscotch and toffee. Light vanilla in the background. Smooth and mellow in the mouth with silky feel and creamy flow. Flavours of honey, butterscotch, toffee and dried prunes all combine into fine complexity. Hint of citrus in lively finish.

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HOMe RUM SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER

rhum Blanc neisson 52.5% agricoledomaines Thieubert E.a.r.l. distillerie neissonWhite Rum - Agricole - Pot Still - Caribbean - 50-55%

Colourless. Wonderful nose packed with tropical fruit, brown sugar and toasted nuts. Fresh and vibrant in the mouth with wide range of light brown sugar flavours. Spicy notes with cinnamon the most obvious. Well balanced. Firm finish.

Fiji Premium dark rum 10 YoFosters group Pacific ltd - south Pacific distilleries (sPd)Dark Rum - Blended - Fiji - 10 YO - 58%

Dark gold. Wood and tropical fruit aromas on the nose with cinnamon, clove and hints of anise. Full, firm entry into the mouth with mellow and mature flow. Well developed flavours of spice, wood and dark sugar . Slightly pungent aromas in full finish.

new grove old tradition 5 Yograys IncGolden Rum - Blended - Mauritius - 5 YO

Gorgeous nose loaded with spice, dried banana and cooked prunes. Delicious mouth filled with mature flavours with all the nose had plus lovely passion fruit and some woody characters. Elegant and well balanced and full bodied. Complexity is increased by slight notes of new oak and even hint of port. Aromatic and long finish.

new grove Plantation rumgrays IncWhite Rum - Blended - Indian Ocean

Attractive, penetrating nose with light rum aromas with tropical fruits, brown sugar and hint of caramel. Gentle in the mouth with growing intensity and repeating what the nose offered. Lively and active yet with elegance and balance. Firm finish with brown sugar character carrying all the way through.

rhum HsE Extra vieux agricole 1998 single Cask grand Millesime

Habitation saint EtienneGolden Rum - Agricole - Pot Still - Caribbean - 10 YO

Very attractive nose with prune, spice and fine oak. Some tropical fruit tones with chocolate and vanilla. Mellow mouth with lots of spicy oak, some caramel sweetness and mild body. Hints of cacao, brown sugar and prune become evident. Elegant balance and fine texture. Long and lively, spice filled finish.

rhum HsE Extra vieux agricole xo grande reserveHabitation saint EtienneGolden Rum - Agricole - Pot Still - Caribbean - 6 YO

Complex nose with tropical fruits and brown sugar with fine oak support. Fairly gentle entry into the mouth yet lively across the palate with some caramel sweetness. Mild and mellow body with lots of spice and elegant oak. Long, lively finish.

Havana Club seleccion de MaestrosHavana Club International s.a.Golden Rum - Blended - Caribbean - Special Edition

Dark amber. Powerful, aromatic nose with sound, mature notes of old oak, sweet spice, raisins, prune and caramel. With all the mature notes there is still a delicate wave of sugar in the background. Rich, full and satisfying mouth where the sugary notes give way to sweet vanilla. The oak highlights all the flavours which extend into fine, full finish.

Holey dollar rum Premiumsouth Pacific distilleryGolden Rum - Pot Still - Fiji

Golden colour. Light tropical fruit notes on the nose with some floral hints and decided vanilla follow up. Big, full mouth with prune and treacle flavours and even more vanilla. Slight impression of sweetness with some fruit cake and toast. Touch of chocolate in long, aromatic finish.

Holey dollar rum overproofsouth Pacific distilleryGolden Rum - Pot Still - Fiji - Overproof - 57%+

Rich and full on the nose and in the mouth with spice, exotic fruit, raisin and lots of oak. Clean in all respects. Lots of treacle with some bitter caramel giving some unexpected bite. Big and full bodied with woody, spicy finish.

admiral rodneyst lucia distillersDark Rum - Blended - Caribbean - 10-12 YO

Very attractive nose filled with tropical fruits and rich spice. Great entry into the mouth with roll out of ripe fruit flavours with rich honey, treacle and lots of vanilla. Hint of oak. Good balance and fine texture. Rich caramel and lots of vanilla develop in the mouth. Long, warming, satisfying finish.

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old Hopking White rumaldi stores ltdWhite Rum - Blended - Caribbean

angostura 5 Yoangostura limitedGolden Rum - Blended - Caribbean - 5-7 YO

angostura reserva White rumangostura limitedWhite Rum - Blended - Caribbean

Bacardi reserva limitada 12 YoBacardi CorporationGolden Rum - Blended - Caribbean - 12 YO

Bacardi añejoBacardi y Cia s.a. de C.v.Golden Rum - Blended - Central & South America

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HOMe RUM SILVER

Bacardi soleraBacardi y Cia s.a. de C.v.Golden Rum - Blended - Central America - 3 YO

Bundaberg rum Master distillers Collection 10 Yo small oak Finish

Bundaberg distilling CompanyGolden Rum - Blended - Australia - 10 YO

sainsbury’s superior dark rumBurn stewart distillers ltdGolden Rum - Blended - Caribbean

Flor de Caña rum Centenario 12 YoCompania licorera de nicaragua saDark Rum - Blended - Central & South America - 12 YO

Flor de Caña rum Centenario 18 YoCompania licorera de nicaragua saDark Rum - Blended - Central & South America - 18 YO

Flor de Cana goldCompania licorera de nicaragua saDark Rum - Blended - Central & South America - 4-5 YO

Flor de Caña Centenario grand reserve 7 YoCompania licorera de nicaragua saDark Rum - Blended - Central & South America - 7-8 YO

Flor de Caña grand reserve 7 Year oldCompania licorera de nicaragua saDark Rum - Blended - Central & South America - 7-8 YO

lamb’s White rumCorby distilleries ltdWhite Rum - Blended - Canada

3 Yo El dorado demerara rumdemerara distillersWhite Rum - Pot Still - South America - 3 YO

Pampero oro 1 Yodiageo PlcGolden Rum - Blended - Central & South America

James Cook rumEckerts Wacholder Brennerei gmbHGolden Rum - Blended - Central & South America

liberté White rumEckerts Wacholder Brennerei gmbHWhite Rum - Blended - Caribbean

James Cook Echter ubersee rum 54%EpikurGolden Rum - Agricole - Blended - Central & South America - 54%

James Cook Echter Übersee rum 40%EpikurGolden Rum - Blended - Central & South America

Bounty oP Premium dark rumFosters group Pacific ltd - south Pacific distilleries (sPd)Dark Rum - Blended - Fiji - 3-5 YO - 58%

Fiji Premium dark rum 3 YoFosters group Pacific ltd - south Pacific distilleries (sPd)Dark Rum - Blended - Fiji - 3-5 YO - 58%

new grove oak aged rumgrays IncGolden Rum - Blended - Indian Ocean

Envy rumgrupo laslov sa de CvWhite Rum - Pot Still - Central America

rhum HsE vieux agricoleHabitation saint EtienneGolden Rum - Agricole - Pot Still - Caribbean

rhum HsE tres vieux agricole vsoP réserve spécialeHabitation saint EtienneGolden Rum - Agricole - Pot Still - Caribbean - 6 YO

rhum HsE Blanc agricole aoC MartiniqueHabitation saint EtienneWhite Rum - Agricole - Pot Still - Caribbean - 50-55%

Havana Club añejoHavana Club International s.a.White Rum - Pot Still - Caribbean - 3 YO

Josiah Booker’s Moby dick rumHenry tayler & ries ltdDark Rum - Blended - Caribbean & South Africa

guajira ron BlancoHumbel spezialitätenbrennereiWhite Rum - Blended - Caribbean

James Cook overseas rumlidl uKGolden Rum - Blended - Central & South America

liberté White rumlidl uKWhite Rum - Blended - Caribbean

Myanmar golden Island rum 5 YoMyanmar Winery and distillery Co. ltdGolden Rum - Blended - Singapore - 5 YO

Chirima CachaçaPabst & richarz vertriebs gmbHCachaça

saint James Millésime 2000rhums Martiniquais saint JamesDark Rum - Agricole - Pot Still - Caribbean - 10 YO

saint-James rhum vieux agricole xo quintessence 6 Yorhums Martiniquais saint JamesGolden Rum - Agricole - Pot Still - Caribbean - 6 YO

rogue dark rumrogue spiritsDark Rum - Oregon - Pot Still

Holey dollar rum Cask strengthsouth Pacific distilleryGolden Rum - Pot Still - Fiji - Overproof - 57%+

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HOMe RUM SILVER, BRONZE

Chairman’s reserve Finest st lucia rumst lucia distillersGolden Rum - Blended - Caribbean

st lucia distillers 1931 rumst lucia distillersGolden Rum - Blended - Caribbean

Phraya rumThai BevGolden Rum - Blended - Thailand

Cockspur 12 YoThe West Indies rum distilleryGolden Rum - Blended - Caribbean - 12 YO

stolen White rumtrinidad distillers ltdWhite Rum - Blended - Caribbean

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Bacardi selectBacardi CorporationGolden Rum - Blended - Caribbean - Special Edition

sainsbury’s superior White rumBurn stewart distillers ltdWhite Rum - Blended - Caribbean

Ferrand Plantation xo 20th annivesaryCognac FerrandDark Rum - Blended - Caribbean - 10-12 YO

dzama rhum Cuvée noire PrestigeCompagnie vidzarFlavoured Rum - Spiced

lamb’s navy rumCorby distilleries ltdDark Rum - Blended - Canada

lamb’s Black sheep spiced rumCorby distilleries ltdFlavoured Rum - Spiced

Pampero seleccióndiageo PlcGolden Rum - Blended - Central & South America - Special Edition

Bauer’s Inländer rum 38%distillerie Franz Bauer gmbHFlavoured Rum - Spice & Fruit

Barracuda White light rumdistillerie Franz Bauer gmbHWhite Rum - Blended - Europe

rhum Blanc neisson 50% agricoledomaines Thieubert E.a.r.l. distillerie neissonWhite Rum - Agricole - Pot Still - Caribbean - 50-55%

Joseph Banks 5 Island rumJoseph Banks rums Corporation Pte ltdWhite Rum - Blended - Caribbean

leblon Cachaçaleblon CachaçaCachaça - Aged

Pitu CachaçaPitu Importadora Exportadora gmbHCachaça

saint James Fleur de Cannerhums Martiniquais saint JamesDark Rum - Agricole - Caribbean

smatt’s goldrumbullion limitedGolden Rum - Blended - Caribbean

Chairman’s reserve spicedst lucia distillersFlavoured Rum - Spiced

Cockspur Fine rumThe West Indies rum distilleryGolden Rum - Blended - Caribbean

stolen gold rumtrinidad distillers ltdGolden Rum - Blended - Caribbean

takamaka Bay White rumtrois Frères distilleryWhite Rum - Blended - Indian Ocean

Woods 100 old navy rumWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdDark Rum - Blended - Central & South America - 57%

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HOMe SAke SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER

saKEsIlvEr (BEst In Class)

Jinro MakguliJinro Japan IncSake - Korea - Nigori

Enticing, perfumed nose with melon and pears. Some tropical flavours in the mouth. Smoothness and sweetness give the palate a melting impression. Clean, fresh aftertaste.

Miyanoyuki daiginjo 2010Miyazaki Honten Brewery Co ltdSake - Daiginjo-shu

Inviting, refined nose with hints of citrus which develop in the glass. Smooth and creamy in the mouth with some tropical fruit. Lively lift from slight peppery sensation. Estery fragrance in long lasting finish.

Miya no yuki gokujyo 2010Miyazaki Honten Brewery Co ltdSake - Honjozo

Attractive, light tropical nose with hints of lemon and lychee. Rich and elegant in the mouth with hints of spice and honey. Gentle sweetness. Long aftertaste where nuts feature along with some citrus.

Miya no yuki Junmai 2010Miyazaki Honten Brewery Co ltdSake - Junmai-Shu

Fresh, fruity estery nose. Fairly full in the mouth with distinct rice notes on the mid palate. Gentle delivery and silky smooth. Spice with some tropical fruit flavours. Clean and elegant with dry, fresh finish.

Junmai daiginjo ao no Mu 2010Yaegaki sake & spirits Inc.Sake - Futsuu-shu

Aromatic, perfumed fragrance with light floral backing. Soft and gentle in the mouth with easy flow across the palate. Just the slightest sweet note. Fruity, zesty finish with light fragrance hanging in the background.

Junmai daiginjo Kuro no Mu 2010Yaegaki sake & spirits Inc.Sake - Junmai Daiginjo-shu

Delicate, perfumed nose with some tropical notes of mango and melon. Fruity sweetness in the mouth with some tangy acidity. Evolves in the mouth developing good grip and then ends with firm, slightly tart character. Very pleasant and fairly complex.

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doragon sake nvdistilleries group toorankSake - Futsuu-shu

Kuromame MakguliJinro Japan IncSake - Korea - Nigori

Japanese sake Fine otokoyama 2010otokoyama Co. ltdSake - Junmai Daiginjo-shu

Japanese sake otokoyama 2010otokoyama Co. ltdSake - Junmai Daiginjo-shu

Japanese sake soft otokoyama 2010otokoyama Co. ltdSake - Junmai Daiginjo-shu

naturally Pure dai ginjo 2010otokoyama Co. ltdSake - Junmai Daiginjo-shu

Île Four Citrus 2010unemoyadaFlavoured Sake - Citrus

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HOMe SAke SILVER

Île Four limited Edition Handcrafted Premium sake Junmai daiginjo 2010

unemoyadaSake - Junmai Daiginjo-shu

Île Four Pure Handcrafted Premium sake Junmai 2010unemoyadaSake - Junmai-Shu

Île Four sparkling Blanc 2010unemoyadoSake - Sparkling

Yaegaki tokubetsu Junmai gohyaku MangokuYaegaki sake & spirits Inc.Sake - Junmai-Shu

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HOMe SHOCHU GOLD (Best in Class), SILVER

sHoCHugold (BEst In Class)

taiga no Ittekiunkai shuzo Co. ltdShochu - Japan - Barley

Pale gold colour with malty notes on the nose. Delicate, fruity malt flavours with even an oaky character giving greater complexity. Some grainy notes and silky texture. Long, spicy finish. Very much like an immature whisky.

Chamisul Fresh PocketJinro Japan IncSoju - South Korea - Rice

Fairly neutral and clean nose with crisp refreshing feel in the mouth while developing slight, but attractive lactic character. Creamy passage over the palate. Elegant and well balanced. Full finish where there are some aromatic, floral notes.

Koshu ryuku goldshinzato shuzoShochu - Japan - Rice

Attractive nose with green apples, sweet spice and some peppery notes. Complex and spicy in the mouth with decided peppery character giving lots of life to the palate. Balanced, with some rich, sweet spice. Fairly robust and mouth filling. Evaporates quickly leaving crystal clear finish.

nayuta no tokiunkai shuzo Co. ltdShochu - Japan - Buckwheat

Pale gold colour. Nose begins very neutral and low key but then develops some keen tropical tones with a touch of cherry. Full and rounded in the mouth with fine, smooth flow and some delicate sweetness of spirit. Light and elegant . Gives lovely warming glow. Some fruity notes lead into decidedly dry and firm finish.

daichi no Koukiunkai shuzo Co. ltdShochu - Japan - Sweet Potato

Pale gold colour. Pure and almost neutral nose. Good spirit impact in the mouth which generates immediate warmth. The warmth develops some earthy notes along with some fresh, cut grass characters. Light and elegant across the palate. Dry, firm finish.

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Chamisul FreshJinro Co. ltdSoju - South Korea - Rice

Chamisul originalJinro Co. ltdSoju - South Korea - Rice

Jinro goldJinro Co. ltdSoju - South Korea - Rice

JulgyochakiJinro Co. ltdSoju - South Korea - Rice

Premium Jinro otsuJinro Japan IncSoju - South Korea - Rice

Honkaku Mugi shochu KusuMiyazaki Honten Brewery Co ltdShochu - Japan - Barley

Honkaku Kome shochu toki no KokuinMiyazaki Honten Brewery Co ltdShochu - Japan - Rice

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HOMe SHOCHU SILVER, BRONZE

Koshu ryukyu Premiumshinzato shuzoSoju - South Korea - Rice - 8YO

Mugi shochu aya selectionunkai shuzo Co. ltdShochu - Japan - Barley

Mayan no tsubuyakiunkai shuzo Co. ltdShochu - Japan - Buckwheat

BronzE

Ilpoom JinroJinro Co. ltdSoju - South Korea - Rice

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HOMe TeQUILA And MeSCAL GOLD (Best in Class), GOLD, SILVER (Best in Class)

tEquIla and MEsCal gold (BEst In Class)

Milagro select Barrel reserva añejoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdTequila - 100% Agave - Añejo

Gentle nose with dried prune and hints of freshly cut green grass. Touch of smoke. Builds in the mouth to give sweetcorn, marzipan, ginger and dark chocolate. Well rounded complex mouth with some citrus joining the fray. Hints of ripe tomato lead into spicy finish.

leyenda del Milagro reposado tequilaWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdTequila - 100% Agave - Reposado

Pale gold. Fairly pungent nose with green olive, green pepper and smoky char. Hints of cinnamon and vanilla. Slight herby backing. Full mouth with slight sweetness with honey and caramel flavours. Deep mouth with hint of green grass joining the olive, pepper and char. Citrus notes appear in the zesty yet controlled finish.

goldsierra tequila Milenario Extra añejo

Borco International gmbhTequila - 100% Agave - Extra Añejo

Deep gold with extraordinary and complex aromas with smoke, char, green pepper and lots of vanilla. Good impression in the mouth with absolutely silky smooth flow. Rich, deep flavours where caramel and citrus join what the nose advertised. Despite all the mellow characters there is still a delightful tequila peppery prickle. Long, mature, mellow and very satisfying finish.

sierra tequila reposadoBorco International gmbhTequila - Blended - Reposado

Pale gold. Complex and powerful nose with green pepper, char, cinnamon and ginger. Slight hint of salt in the mouth with smidgen of caramel and vanilla. Some zesty citrus adds complexity and carries through to soft but lively finish. A lovely drink.

Excellia reposadoEWg spirits & WineTequila - 100% Agave - Reposado

Pale gold. Fruity nose with spicy notes and distinct “grapey” character. Very slight brandy note comes through. Rich and full in the mouth with delightful flavours. Oak support gives impression of brandy cask. Marzipan and chocolate make for extra complexity. Well rounded mouth and great balance. Delightful with soothing and relaxing qualities. Drinks very well.

sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

Espolon Blanco tequiladestiladora san nicolas s.a de C.vTequila - 100% Agave - Joven

Colourless. Very attractive swirl of smoke and lots of fresh agave. Light and fruity. Lively introduction into the mouth with zesty, fresh fruitiness. Warm, peppery tingle as it crosses the palate. Slight sweet note but dries into lively, crystal clean finish.

Mezcal delirio de oaxaca añejoEspiritus MexicanosMezcal - 100% Agave - Añejo

Pale gold with baked biscuits and slight caramel. Delightful smoky note in the background. Hints of toast, caramel and vanilla. Rich and full in the mouth with charry young sweetcorn with odd but attractive acidity and slight, sharp bite and grip. Overall a relaxed, well flavoured tequila.

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HOMe TeQUILA And MeSCAL SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER, BRONZE

Mezcal delirio reposadoEspiritus MexicanosMezcal - 100% Agave - Reposado

Pale gold. Slight smoky wafts introduce some green olive aromas. Light introduction into the mouth with smoothness that gives the impression of sweetness. Distinctly agave flavours with peppery notes. Long and full with lemon zesty, dry finish.

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Blue Head tequila añejo 100% agaveBlue Head tequila llCTequila - 100% Agave - Añejo

Blue Head tequila silverBlue Head tequila llCTequila - 100% Agave - Joven

Blue Head tequila reposado 100% agaveBlue Head tequila llCTequila - 100% Agave - Reposado

sierra tequila Milenario BlancoBorco International gmbhTequila - 100% Agave - Joven

sierra tequila Milenario reposadoBorco International gmbhTequila - 100% Agave - Reposado

sierra tequila antiguo añejoBorco International gmbhTequila - Blended - Añejo

El Jimador tequila añejo 100% agaveCasa HerraduraTequila - 100% Agave - Añejo

tequila xq reposadoCasa tequila xqTequila - 100% Agave - Reposado

tequila Espolon añejo 100% agavedestiladora san nicolas s.a de C.vTequila - 100% Agave - Añejo

tequila Espolon reposadodestiladora san nicolas s.a de C.vTequila - 100% Agave - Reposado

Excellia añejo 100% agaveEWg spirits & WineTequila - 100% Agave - Añejo

Excellia Blanco tequilaEWg spirits & WineTequila - 100% Agave - Joven

dos armadillos Flechador tequila Plata silverInternational Premium spiritsTequila - 100% Agave - Joven

dos armadillos tequila reposadoInternational Premium spiritsTequila - 100% Agave - Reposado

Flechador tequila reposadoInternational Premium spiritsTequila - 100% Agave - Reposado

olmeca altos Plata tequilaPernod ricardTequila - 100% Agave - Joven

olmeca altos reposado tequilaPernod ricardTequila - 100% Agave - Reposado

El sagrado añejoPremium de Jalisco s.a. de C.v. nom 1558Tequila - 100% Agave - Añejo

El sagrado Blanco tequilaPremium de Jalisco s.a. de C.v. nom 1558Tequila - 100% Agave - Joven

El sagrado reposado tequilaPremium de Jalisco s.a. de C.v. nom 1558Tequila - 100% Agave - Reposado

leyenda del Milagro añejoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdTequila - 100% Agave - Añejo

leyenda del Milagro select Barrel reserve silverWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdTequila - 100% Agave - Joven

leyenda del Milagro silverWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdTequila - 100% Agave - Joven

leyenda del Milagro select Barrel reserve reposado tequila

William grant & sons distillers ltdTequila - 100% Agave - Reposado

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sierra tequila silverBorco International gmbhTequila - Blended - Joven

Herradura añejo tequila 100% Blue agaveCasa HerraduraTequila - 100% Agave - Añejo

El Jimador tequilaCasa HerraduraTequila - 100% Agave - Joven

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HOMe TeQUILA And MeSCAL BRONZE

El Jimador tequila BlancoCasa HerraduraTequila - 100% Agave - Joven

aztec tequila silverdistilleries group toorankTequila - Blended - Joven

Flechador tequila PlataInternational Premium spiritsTequila - 100% Agave - Joven

Corrida tequila silverPabst & richarz vertriebs gmbHTequila - Blended - Joven

aztec tequila goldtoorank (uK) ltdTequila - Blended - Joven

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HOMe VeRMOUTH And AROMATISed WIne SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER, BRONZE

vErMoutH and aroMatIsEd WInE sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

Martini rossoMartini & rossiVermouth - Red

Deep amber. Ripe berry fruits with clove and cinnamon. Vanilla fairly strong in the background. Rich and full flavoured in the mouth with the signature bitter sweet character. Light honeyed richness with firm grip on the palate. Hints of prune and lemon zestiness. Bright and refreshing.

Martini BiancoMartini & rossiVermouth - White

Almost colourless. Spicy nose where vanilla plays a major role with cinnamon, ginger, lemon, apple and honey in lovely, wafting assembly. Aromas follow into the flavour where an attractive bitter grip gives balance to the sweetness. Delightful appetiser.

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loimu 2010 vuosikertaglögilignell & PiispanenMulled Wine

romanetti vermouth di torino rossotoso spaVermouth - Red

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vermouth Flirtanika rossogiacomo sperone spaVermouth - Red

vermouth Flirtanika Biancogiacomo sperone spaVermouth - White

Martini gold by dolce & gabbanaMartini & rossiVermouth - Gold

Martini rosatoMartini & rossiVermouth - Rosé

noilly Prat ambrénoilly Prat & CieVermouth - Gold

noilly Prat original drynoilly Prat & CieVermouth - White

vya vermouth aperitif sweet nvquady WinerySweet Vermouth - California - NV

romanetti vermouth di torino Biancotoso spaVermouth - White

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HOMe VOdkA GOLD (Best in Class), GOLD

vodKagold (BEst In Class)

Mainstay Premium originaldistell ltdVodka - 43%+

Colourless. Exceptionally clean and neutral nose with just the slightest fruity note. Lively attack in the mouth releases a slight, but very attractive, alcoholic sweetness. Epitome of purity and smoothness. Complex and full with a fine floral note in bright, zesty finish. Very well distilled product.

Chiggis Platinumgem International llCVodka - 39%

Colourless. Clean, penetrating nose with alcoholic sensation giving tingle to the nose. Firm full entry into the mouth with lively, active movement across the palate. All incredibly neutral with slightest grainy note. Lovely warming sensation reminds you that this is an alcoholic product.

grasovka vodkagrasovka Importouro Eksportouro gmbHFlavoured Vodka - Bison Grass

Palest of pale gold colour. Fragrant aromas of the bison grass supported by hints of vanilla and a slight prickle sensation in the nose. Ultra mellow in the mouth with great substance and sensational mellow flow across the palate. Wonderful, comforting, warming sensation as it moves with some weight towards a long dry and fragrant finish.

tovaritch! original russian vodkatovaritch & spirits International saVodka - 37.5-38%

Colourless. As near neutral nose as possible with slight spicy notes where hint of vanilla creeps in. Mellow and round in the mouth with some fine grainy characters and lively peppery lift to the palate. Bone dry finish.

reyka vodkaWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdVodka - 40%

Ultra clean nose and as near neutral as possible. Delightful alcoholic tingle in the nose . Graceful and beautifully fresh impact on the palate which stimulates all the senses and releases slight but gorgeous hints of clean citrus, grain and some super clean, hi-tone tropical fruit notes. A gorgeous warming glow develops with ultra smooth flow across the palate. Beautifully textured and perfectly balanced. Long finish with cleanest of clean farewells.

goldvodka russian Heritage

alkon llCVodka - 40%

Distinct nose. Pungent and penetrating with very attractive combination of earthiness and cereal notes. Full impact on entry gives a warming alcoholic glow and reveals some fresh dough-like notes and refined, almost ethereal hi tone fruitiness. All very pleasing. Finish is slow and long and pleasantly warming.

vodka Putinoff oxygenated quintuple distilledEckerts Wacholder Brennerei gmbHVodka - 45%

Colourless. Soft, neutral, pure nose. Warming glow on entry to the mouth where purity is even more apparent. Soft and clean with alcohol giving slight impression of sweetness yet ends sharp, and almost bitterly dry.

sveltlaya golova PremiumKashinskiy lvz “veresk”Vodka - 40%

Nose is crystal clear, clean with ever so faint charcoal touch. Full and bold in the mouth with stunning impact on the palate. Energetic and lively flow across the palate. Incredibly neutral with no change in character on dilution. Remains clean and clear cut to the long lasting and warming finish.

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HOMe VOdkA GOLD, SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER

KWv vodkaKWvVodka - 43%+

Attractive nose with floral notes and fruity aromas. Elegant and light in the mouth with lively movement across the palate. Smooth and rich with gorgeous purity of character. Crisp, clean finish.

nemiroff lex ultra vodkanemiroff International vodka CompanyVodka - 40%

Piercing, clear, clean nose which activates the nose with alcoholic prickle. Sensational burst onto the palate with light peppery tingle that excites the mouth and gets the juices going. Activity continues in the mouth with the tingle growing into an all round warming sensation. Crisp, clean, zesty finish. Very appetising

Pur ultra Premium vodkaPur vodkaVodka - 40%

Clean, penetrating nose with some attractive cereal notes. Bracing entry with crisp sensation and controlled passage across the palate. On dilution a most attractive cereal note is introduced which stimulates and energises the tongue. Generates a fullness and substantial mouth feel. Firm, fine, crispy clean finish.

sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

KrovaBeveland, s.a.Vodka - 42%

Colourless. Clean, clear nose with slight but attractive fruity note and hint of grain. Full, well flavoured mouth with decided weight on the palate. Tingling sensation as it moves briskly across the palate. Ultra clean, long, zesty finish.

Chase Marmalade vodkaChase distillery ltdFlavoured Vodka - Marmalade

Pale yellow/gold. Impressive nose with Seville orange dominating. Clean, fresh citrus notes in the mouth with the bitter Seville character highlighted by the alcohol. Sweet sensation across the palate with absolute clarity of bitter orange. Sustained orange aromatics in long-lasting aftertaste.

vodka des terres rougesdistillerie des terres rougesFlavoured Vodka - Citrus

Colourless. Attractive, clean lime and lemon aromatics. Fairly gentle initial entry into the mouth but builds up a powerful package as the alcohol projects and enhances the firm citrus characters. Refreshing in every way. Long lasting lime and lemon aftertaste.

Belvedere Black raspberryMoët Hennessy ltdFlavoured Vodka - Berry Fruit

Colourless. Powerful nose absolutely packed full of raspberry aromas with some floral backing notes. Amazing concentration of berry fruit in the mouth with the same floral note ever constant in the background. Despite all the sweet characters it remains bone dry through to the extended finish.

Belvedere Bloody MaryMoët Hennessy ltdFlavoured Vodka - Tomato and Spice

Colourless. Black pepper and spice dominate the nose. Incredible “hot” sensation in the mouth where a decidedly strong horse radish flavour is generated. For all the world like a colourless Bloody Mary without the thick tomato ! Hot character remains in the mouth for ages.

Premium romanov vodka tropical Thrillunited spirits ltdFlavoured Vodka - Tropical Fruit

Colourless. Tropical fruit salad with mango, passion fruit and lychee on the generous nose. Same characters are found in the mouth with the strange sensation of what you imagine should be sweet yet all as dry as can be! Very attractive in a most unusual way. Long, aromatic finish.

Pinky vodkaWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdFlavoured Vodka - Floral

Pale pink colour. Gorgeous flourish of rose petal and violets dominates the nose. Hints of strawberry also come into play. Despite the “sweet” aromatics it is decidedly dry in the mouth. Good weight brings out the strawberry flavours. Smooth and silky through the mouth. All the floral notes are in the long finish.

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adnams north Cove oak aged vodkaadnams Copper House distilleryFlavoured Vodka - Wood Aged

tamova Premium vodkaaldi stores ltdVodka - 37.5-38%

tamova vodkaaldi stores ltdVodka - 40%

vision vodkaambition BeveragesVodka - 40%

vikingfjordarcus asVodka - 40%

Chinggis Khaan of Mongoliaarvain undes Co., ltdVodka - 39%

Babicka original Wormwood vodkaBabicka vodkaFlavoured Vodka - Wormwood

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HOMe VOdkA SILVER

Broken shed Premium vodkaBroken shed ltdVodka - 40%

little Black dress Blueberry Pomegranate vodkaBrown-Forman CorporationFlavoured Vodka - Berry Fruit

little Black dress Cherry vanilla vodkaBrown-Forman CorporationFlavoured Vodka - Black Cherry & Vanilla

little Black dress Pineapple Honey vodkaBrown-Forman CorporationFlavoured Vodka - Tropical Fruit

little Black dress vodkaBrown-Forman CorporationVodka - 40%

Parliament vodkaCEdC International / ragVodka - 40%

zelyonaya Marka green Mark vodkaCEdC International / ragVodka - 40%

zubrowka Bison grass vodkaCEdC International sp.zo.oFlavoured Vodka - Bison Grass

graduate vodkaCEdC International sp.zo.oVodka - 40%

Palace vodkaCEdC International sp.zo.oVodka - 40%

soplica vodkaCEdC International sp.zo.oVodka - 40%

Count Pushkin Premiumdistell ltdVodka - 43%+

stroganoff Wodka superiordistillerie Franz Bauer gmbHVodka - 37.5-38%

vodka Putinoff triple distilledEckerts Wacholder Brennerei gmbHVodka - 40%

altanbuudaigem International llCVodka - 37.5-38%

Chinggis goldgem International llCVodka - 39%

snow queen vodkageom ltdVodka - 40%

romanoff vodkaHenry tayler & ries ltdVodka - 43%+

vodka Bahus PremiumJoint stock Company “Bahus”Vodka - 40%

russian Challenge de luxeKashinskiy lvz “veresk”Vodka - 40%

sveltlaya golova zolotaya PremiumKashinskiy lvz “veresk”Vodka - 40%

Poliakov Premiumla MartiniquaiseVodka - 37.5-38%

Marquis vodkalibertine spirits ltdVodka - 40%

Putinoff vodka Premiumlidl uKVodka - 40%

Belvedere Pink grapefruitMoët Hennessy ltdFlavoured Vodka - Citrus

Belvedere Intense unfiltered 80Moët Hennessy ltdVodka - 40%

Belvedere vodkaMoët Hennessy ltdVodka - 40%

Belvedere IntenseMoët Hennessy ltdVodka - 50%

Purity vodkaPurity vodka aBVodka - 40%

rain organics Cucumber lime vodkasazerac Company IncFlavoured Vodka - Cucumber and Lime

all natural skyy Infusions Blood orangeskyy vodkaFlavoured Vodka - Citrus

orzel Polska Wodkastock Polska sP. zo.oVodka - 40%

swiss Classic vodkastuder & Co agVodka - 40%

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akademicka Premium Polish vodkatoorank (uK) ltdVodka - 40%

Bong vodkatoorank (uK) ltdVodka - 40%

Premium romanov vodka apple Thrillunited spirits ltdFlavoured Vodka - Apple

Flirt vodkavinprom Peshtera s.a.Vodka - 37.5-38%

vladivar vodkaWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdVodka - 37.5-38%

Wyborowa WódkaWyborowa saVodka - 40%

Katinka vodkazwack unicum PlCVodka - 37.5-38%

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altanturuu vodka“aPu” Joint stock CompanyVodka - 39%

soyombo vodka“aPu” Joint stock CompanyVodka - 39%

sainsburys taste the difference vodkaBardinetVodka - 40%

Breckenridge vodkaBreckenridge distilleryVodka - 40%

zubrowka Biaka vodkaCEdC International sp.zo.oVodka - 40%

nikita Wodkadistillerie Franz Bauer gmbHVodka - 37.5-38%

vodka rachmaninoffEckerts Wacholder Brennerei gmbHVodka - 37.5-38%

arsenitch Premium vodkaJaunalko ltdVodka - 40%

russian Challenge originalKashinskiy lvz “veresk”Vodka - 40%

Poliakov Extreme ultra Premiumla MartiniquaiseVodka - 40%

Baron rosen Elderflower vodkaliviko asFlavoured Vodka - Floral

Belvedere CitrusMoët Hennessy ltdFlavoured Vodka - Citrus

rain organic Honey Mango Melon vodkasazerac Company IncFlavoured Vodka - Tropical Fruit

Platinum 7x vodkasazerac Company IncVodka - 40%

rain organics vodkasazerac Company IncVodka - 40%

sipsmith Barley vodkasipsmith ltdVodka - 40%

all natural skyy Infusions dragon Fruitskyy vodkaFlavoured Vodka - Tropical Fruit

Wyborowa luksusowa WódkaWyborowa saVodka - 40%

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HOMe WHISkey - IRISH GOLD (Best in Class), GOLD

WHIsKEY - IrIsHgold (BEst In Class)

locke’s single Malt Irish Whiskey 8 YoCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - 8 YO

Very attractive mature notes dominate the nose with some peat showing through while orange marmalade is in the mix along with grapefruit and peppery spice. Complexity builds all the while. All repeats in big, full, firm mouth. Creamy texture and fine balance. Fully developed flavours lead into long, sustained, creamy finish where caramel and toffee make a stand.

The tyrconnell 10 Year old Madeira Finish single MaltCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Cask Finish - 10 YO

Slight pinkish tone to the bright amber colour. Concentrated fruit on the nose with licorice, honey and some cinnamon. Malty and sweet in the mouth where raisins add to the complexity and a gorgeous malty sweetness develops. Mellow and soft yet with loads of life. Long, warming glow in dry finish.

Connemara turf Mór Peated single Malt Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Peated - Cask Strength - 57%+

Big, bold and youthful with peat and malt almost bouncing out of the glass. Rich and incredibly full in the mouth with all the action of vibrant youth. Loads of flavour fills the mouth with oak and peat dominating the scene. Action packed passage through the mouth ends with heart warming swallow and massive aftertaste. All in great and very attractive style.

Connemara Peated single Malt Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Peated - No Age Stated

Powerfully peated nose yet loads of fruit at the same time. Good berry fruit comes in to balance the smoky background. Beautifully smooth in well rounded mouth where a slight peppery note becomes apparent. With time a floral backing builds up yet the smoke is always there. Long satisfying finish where the peat is still a firm feature.

tullamore dew reserve 10 YoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdIrish Whiskey - Deluxe Blend - 10-12 YO

Nose appears to be far more youthful than ten years with hints of banana and ginger and then some citrus. Delicately smooth in the mouth and more mature notes become apparent. Vanilla, butterscotch and toffee flavours evolve. All in mild, mellow frame. Loads of spice in long satisfying finish. A lovely whiskey.

goldKilbeggan Finest Irish Whiskey 18 Years old

Cooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Deluxe Blend - 18 YO

Initially a light fruity nose but this grew in the glass to eventually reveal pineapple, granadilla and othe tropical notes along with sherry and hints of malt and chocolate. Great entry onto the palate with mellow but firm assertion. Creamy texture and with slow flow across the palate; sherry flavours are revealed along with walnut and honey. Beautiful balance with long, sustained finish.

greenore 18 Year old single grain Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Grain - 18 YO

Powerful nose loaded with dried fruits, citrus and some raisins. All in mellow mature frame. Exceptionally smooth in the mouth with honey and marmalade flavours. Soft and smooth with some attractive caramelly notes. Long, mellow, satisfying finish.

Connemara 12 Year old Peated single Malt Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Peated - 12 YO

Delightful, gentle peaty nose with orange and grapefruit followed by some sweetish oak. The peat becomes more apparent in the mouth where toffee and malt flavours also show. The well rounded mouth is beautifully balanced. Long mellow, peat driven, dry finish.

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HOMe WHISkey - IRISH GOLD, SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER

Connemara 18 Year old single Cask Irish Whiskey #3767Cooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Peated - 18 YO

Attractive yet most unusual nose with eucalyptus, mint and menthol notes. These give way to ripe fruit with pear and peach. All in wonderful mature frame. Rich and full in the mouth with mellow, mature flavours . Fine texture and smooth, silky flow across the palate. Beautifully balanced. Long, mellow, satisfying finish. Lovely whiskey.

Bushmills 21 Year old single MaltThe old Bushmills distilleryIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Cask Finish - 21 YO

Super mellow nose with deep malty aromas backed by rich oloroso characters. Hints of spice and some vanilla. All carries into deep flavoured mouth where the spice takes on a greater role while fine, mellow malty flavours give great comfort. Hints of raisin and liquorice. All framed in very well managed oak. Smoothly textured. Intense, concentrated finish.

sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

distillers reserve Cassidy’s Irish Whiskey 5 Years oldCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Blended - 5 YO

Attractive nose with fresh apple and pear followed by citrus and vanilla. Full bodied in the mouth with equally full flavours that follow the nose. Lovely, mellow mouth feel with barley sugar flavours and soft texture. Easy drinking with lots of flavour.

Waitrose Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Blended - No Age Stated

Very attractive fruit filled nose with great interplay between grain and malt. Fresh, zesty, lively lemon eventually dominates the nose with spice in the background. Tangerine slowly comes into the picture. Gentle, light and smooth across the palate with fresh malt mingling with citrus. Clean, fresh, fruity finish with underlying malt ever present.

Kilbeggan distillery reserve Malt Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Blended Malt - No Age Stated

Nose laden with rich, ripe malt with hints of honey, spice and some licorice. Just the slightest hint of American oak. Mouth filling flavours where vanilla and spice are dominant to start but malt begins to get into the act the longer it is in the glass. Long, full flavoured finish.

Inishowen Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

Ripe pear dominates the initial nose followed by some sherry notes then a fairly thrusty smoke discharge. Mellow and soft in the mouth where grain and malt meld well. Hint of peat and just a slight oaky note. Gentle flow with lively texture. Crisp, fruity finish.

greenore 8 Year old single grain Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Grain - 6-8 YO

Decided sweetcorn on the nose with some grassy and straw characters. Hints of vanilla and honey. Silky smooth across the palate, fairly full bodied yet soft and melting. Clean fresh fruit develops all the time in the mouth with a great grain layer on centre stage. Crisp little brittle bite gives good grip in fine finish.

Bushmills 16 Year old single MaltThe old Bushmills distilleryIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Cask Finish - 15-16 YO

Very attractive nose with great amalgamation of spice and oak aromas. Sherry is distinctive with a bourbon backing. Rich in the mouth with a great nutty wave of flavour which is followed by toffee, red berries and some dark chocolate. Hints of praline while more berry flavours accumulate. Wonderfully mellow and smooth with incredibly long aftertaste.

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The Wild geese rare Irish Whiskeyavalon groupIrish Whiskey - Blended - No Age Stated

The Wild geese single Malt Irish Whiskeyavalon groupIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - No Age Stated

danny Boy Premium Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Blended - No Age Stated

Kilbeggan Finest Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Blended - No Age Stated

locke’s Blended Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Blended - No Age Stated

o’Connells Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Blended - No Age Stated

greenore 6 Year old single grain Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Grain - 6-8 YO

tyrconnell 18 Year old single Cask Irish Whiskey #5289Cooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - 18 YO

dun leire single Malt Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - 8 YO

slieve Foy single Malt Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - 8 YO

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HOMe WHISkey - IRISH SILVER, BRONZE

The tyrconnell 10 Year old Port Finish single MaltCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Cask Finish - 10 YO

tyrconnell 10 Year old anima negra Finish Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Cask Finish - 10 YO

danny Boy 15 Year old single Irish Malt WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Cask Finish - 15-16 YO

Connemara Cask strength Peated single Malt Irish Whiskey

Cooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Peated - Cask Strength - 57%+

The tyrconnell single Malt Irish WhiskeyCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Peated - No Age Stated

Bushmills originalThe old Bushmills distilleryIrish Whiskey - Blended Grain - No Age Stated

Bushmills 1608The old Bushmills distilleryIrish Whiskey - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

Bushmills Black BushThe old Bushmills distilleryIrish Whiskey - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

Bushmills 10 Year old single MaltThe old Bushmills distilleryIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Cask Finish - 10 YO

tullamore dew special reserve 12 YoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdIrish Whiskey - Deluxe Blend - 10-12 YO

tullamore dew Black 43William grant & sons distillers ltdIrish Whiskey - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

tullamore dew single Malt Irish Whiskey 10 YoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Cask Finish - 10 YO

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The Wild geese limited Edition Fourth Centennial Irish Whiskey

avalon groupIrish Whiskey - Blended - No Age Stated

The tyrconnell 10 Year old sherry Finish single MaltCooley distillery plcIrish Whiskey - Single Malt - Cask Finish - 10 YO

neill’s Madeira Finish Irish Whiskey 5 YoHalewood International limitedIrish Whiskey - Blended - Cask Finish - 5 YO

Barton Irish Whiskeysazerac Company IncIrish Whiskey - Blended - No Age Stated

tullamore dew Irish WhiskeyWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdIrish Whiskey - Blended - No Age Stated

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HOMe WHISkey - USA GOLD (Best in Class), GOLD

WHIsKEY - usagold (BEst In Class)

sazerac straight rye Whiskeysazerac Company IncWorldwide Whiskey - USA - Single Grain Rye - No Age Stated

Massive surge on the nose with cider-like notes and the rye simply pulsing into the atmosphere. The rye is absolutely crystal clear and invades every cavity of the nose. Lively entry into the mouth with the full theme of rye displaying just how complex it can be. A slight change of pace brings in fruit and honey and some brown sugar notes. Beautiful structure and enormous surge appears in the full paced finish. A fascinating whisky.

William larue Weller Kentucky straight Bourbon WhiskeyW.l. Weller & sonsWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - Overproof 63% - No Age Stated

Attractive complex nose filled with strawberries, vanilla, ripe tropical fruit and seasoned oak. Apple, pear and cinnamon follow. Mature and mellow in the mouth with all the flavour the nose suggested plus liquorice, mint, tea leaf and some old toffee sweetness. Long and full in the mouth with great balance. Long, warming finish. Lovely whiskey.

Wild turkey 81 Proof BourbonWild turkeyWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - No Age Stated

Inviting, complex nose with buttery corn, chocolate, butterscotch and ginger with some floral notes and hint of vanilla. Heavy char gives way to caramel and more vanilla. Full and deep in the mouth with all the nose promised plus some sweet notes that are beautifully balanced by ripe fruit. Some pepper and spice fill in at the rear. Creamy across the palate with long, dry, spice filled finish.

goldBreckenridge Bourbon Whiskey

Breckenridge distilleryWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - No Age Stated

Gorgeous youthful swipe of fresh flavours of corn, spice and oak. Baked apple and ginger meld with sweet corn and clean oak. Surprisingly complex for its age with all the nose had coming out in full flavours and the fruit and vanilla really taking control. Lively, spicy, fruit filled finish.

Elmer t. lee Kentucky straight single Barrel Bourbon Whiskey

Elmer t. leeWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - No Age Stated

Big, oaky nose laden with honey and butterscotch. Great combination of grain, fruit and spice. Rich and full in the mouth where toffee and citrus add to the complexity. Hints of prune and raisin. Good balance and fine texture. Citrus comes into play before lively, peppery finish.

Pappy van Winkle’s Family reserve Kentucky straight Bourbon Whiskey 15 Yo

old rip van Winkle distilleryWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - Overproof 53.5% - 15 YO

Nose abounds with floral aromas followed by fruit and vanilla and some oak. Great entry into the mouth where all the nose offered is added to by ripe fruit, honey, dry spice and hints of mint and anise. Beautifully rounded mouth and super balance. Oak becomes more evident while toffee and fudge appear. Long, flavour filled finish. Somewhat dry and delicate after all the power that came before. Very attractive whisky.

Thomas H. Handy sazerac Kentucky straight rye Whiskeysazerac Company IncWorldwide Whiskey - USA - Single Grain Rye - Overproof 63.4%

Attractive, highly perfumed nose with marmalade and candied fruit. Hints of honey, almond and cloves. Pretty flowery background. Full and well rounded in fairly robust mouth. Great rye notes with brown sugar softening. Elegant and sensual. Hints of pepper and clove in long, full finish.

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HOMe WHISkey - USA SILVER (Best in Class), SILVER

sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

1792 ridgemont reserve Kentucky straight Bourbon Whiskey 8 Yo

Buffalo trace distilleryWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - 8 YO

The most inviting nose with corn, rye and vanilla all held together by superbly managed oak. Some honey and brown sugar in the background along with attractive floral aroma. Great delivery in the mouth with explosion of full flavours. Liquorice is there along with spicy oak. Great balance and full finish.

goerge t. stagg Kentucky straight Bourbon WhiskeyBuffalo trace distilleryWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - Overproof 71% - No Age Stated

A big attention-grabbing nose simply packed with ripe fruit aromas and honey and hickory. Big and full in beautifully rounded mouth where flavours appear all the time. Marzipan, marmalade, brown sugar and all the fruit that was on the nose with hints of caramel, aniseed and vanilla. Mellow and mature with fine balance. Complex finish lasts forever.

rogue oregon single Malt Whiskeyrogue spiritsWorldwide Whiskey - USA - Single Malt - No Age Stated

Concentrated ripe fruit nose with great malty background. Great floral flourish where apple blossom is the main feature. Big, buttery mouth with creamy texture and super malt flavours. Some caramel and spice. All in the glorious vigour of youth. Energising finish.

Hudson Baby BourbonWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdWorldwide Whiskey - USA - Single Grain Corn - 4 YO

Pronounced oak on the nose with delightful spicy notes. Buttery corn in the mouth with sweet caramel and vanilla. Very youthful and bounding with life yet good balance and mellow tones. Spicy edge in long finish.

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Clarke’s Kentucky Bourbon Whiskeyaldi stores ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - No Age Stated

Clarke’s 1866 Kentucky straight Bourbon WhiskeyBorco Marken ImportWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - No Age Stated

Clarke’s Westpoint Kentucky straight Bourbon WhiskeyBorco Marken ImportWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - No Age Stated

Buffalo trace Kentucky straight Bourbon WhiskeyBuffalo trace distilleryWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - No Age Stated

asda Bourbon Kentucky Whiskeydistilleries group toorankWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - No Age Stated

Western gold Bourbon Whiskeylidl uKWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - No Age Stated

Eagle rare Kentucky straight Bourbon Whiskey 17 Yoold Prentice CompanyWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - 17 YO

Eagle rare single Barrel Kentucky straight Bourbon Whiskey 10 Yo

old Prentice distilleryWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - 10 YO

Pappy van Winkle’s Family reserve Kentucky straight Bourbon Whiskey 20 Yo

old rip van Winkle distilleryWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - 20 YO

Western gold Bourbon WhiskeyPabst & richarz vertriebs gmbHWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - No Age Stated

rogue dead guy Whiskeyrogue spiritsWorldwide Whiskey - USA - Blended Malt - No Age Stated

old samuel Blended Bourbontoorank (uK) ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Bourbon - No Age Stated

Hudson Four grain BourbonWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdWorldwide Whiskey - USA - Blended Grain - 4 YO

Hudson nY CornWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdWorldwide Whiskey - USA - Single Grain Corn - No Age Stated

Hudson Manhattan ryeWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdWorldwide Whiskey - USA - Single Grain Rye - No Age Stated

Hudson single MaltWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdWorldwide Whiskey - USA - Single Malt - 4 YO

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HOMe WHISkey - WORLdWIde GOLD (Best in Class)

WHIsKEY - WorldWIdE gold (BEst In Class)

Kavalan single Malt WhiskyKing Car Food Industrial Company ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Taiwan - Single Malt - No Age Stated

Impressive nose has some sherry, chocolate and some berry fruit notes. Big and intense in the mouth where cocoa, fruitcake and some honey all meld together. Some nutty notes. Good structure, super balance and very smooth flow. Youthful but elegant. Mellow finish leaves you wanting more.

Mackmyra Moment MedvindMackmyra svensk Whisky aBWorldwide Whiskey - Sweden - Single Malt - Cask Strength 46%+

Delicate malty notes with smoky twist on the nose. Some light fruit and floral hint in the background. Keen and zesty in the mouth with a fruity dimension and the same smoky twist throughout. Well harmonised and balanced. Smoke appears again in long gentle finish.

Mackmyra Moment drivvedMackmyra svensk Whisky aBWorldwide Whiskey - Sweden - Single Malt - Cask Strength 55%+

Trademark delicacy on the nose with citrus, cinnamon and hints of malt. Gentle entry with some spicy fruit mixing with the light malt along with some liquorice, aniseed and more cinnamon. Elegant and gentle passage through the mouth and fine, gentle finish.

suntory Hibiki Japanese Blended Whisky 21 Yosuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Blended - 17-21 YO

Gentle, peaty nose with floral notes and hints of honey. Good oaky backing with some attractive vanilla come into action along with some fine floral notes. Malt and barley dominate with fudge and vanilla along with some ripe berry characters. Good oak gives super balance. Beautiful, full flavoured whisky.

suntory Yamazaki single Malt Whisky 12 Yosuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Single Malt - 12 YO

Magnificent nose with all the fruit, malt, spice and floral components you could wish for. Malt and barley in profusion, violets and honeysuckle. Honey and vanilla with big toffee dollop. All repeats in big, well rounded and mellow mouth. Great balance of seasoned oak. Hints of peat and smoke throughout while intensity of barley builds to a magnificent crescendo at the end. Long lasting after taste. A beaut!

suntory Yamazaki single Malt Whisky 18 Yosuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Single Malt - 18 YO

Initial nose is big and fruit filled with malt and spice in plenty. Great floral display and rich oak backing. All repeats in deep flavoured mouth where addition of honey and butterscotch add to the richness. Wonderful structure and beautiful balance. Smoothest of smooth flow. Great oak support. Wonderful blend of everything leads into full flavoured and complex finish.

suntory Yamazaki single Malt Whisky 1984suntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Single Malt - 25 YO

Deep, well fruited nose with sherry, red berries and honey. Loads of spice and good floral notes. Slight note of incense probably means there is some Mizunara oak in the regime. Rich and full in superbly rounded mouth. Silky texture and on going delivery. Big and impressive yet gentle and elegant. Twist of smoke with hints of butterscotch and caramel. All beautifully and seamlessly melded together. On going finish and aftertaste for ever! A great and satisfying whisky.

suntory Yamazaki single Malt Whisky Bourbon Barrelsuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Single Malt - Cask Finish - No Age Stated

Attractive, big fruity nose with caramel, fudge and toffee followed by fine malt and barley. Rich and full in well rounded mouth where there is some action between youth and maturity which gives a very lively palate. Intense barley in the form of barley sugar and fudge make for sweet sensation. Great balance and super structure. Decided bourbon character in long finish.

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HOMe WHISkey - WORLdWIde GOLD, SILVER (Best in Class)

goldBain’s single grain Whiskey

distell ltdWorldwide Whiskey - South Africa - Single Grain - No Age Stated

Complex yet refined nose with sweet corn, raisin, apple and pear aromas. Hints of vanilla and barley sugar . Excellent, clean, lively entry into the mouth with sweet grain firmness and beautiful balance. Just a touch of balancing oak. Feather light and elegant yet powerfully determined. Full fruited finish. Satisfying and very drinkable.

Three ships single Malt 10 Yo Whiskydistell ltdWorldwide Whiskey - South Africa - Single Malt - 10 YO

Complex and very attractive nose. Blooms with floral notes and filled with ripe fruit. Vanilla and cinnamon come in at the close. Rich and full in the mouth with well rounded flavours. Great smoky twist follows all the way through. Good, rich, ripe malt with honey and spice, Very well judged oak gives fine anchor and balance. Some spicy pepperiness gives lively lift towards the finish. Well proportioned. Long, flavour filled finish.

Kavalan solist Exbourbon Cask strength single MaltKing Car Food Industrial Company ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Taiwan - Single Malt - Cask Strength - No Age Stated

Impressive and bountiful nose leads off with malt and honey with spice and sweet vanilla. Good, lively entry into the mouth with energetic flow across the palate. Well weighted yet elegant. Fudge and butterscotch make for richness with distinct bourbon support. Lots of vanilla in well sustained finish.

Mackmyra The 1st EditionMackmyra svensk Whisky aBWorldwide Whiskey - Sweden - Single Malt - Cask Strength 46%+

Light malty nose with biscuit and butterscotch followed by soft coconut and spice. More malt in the medium weighted mouth along with ripe fruit, dry spice and vanilla. No doubt malt forms a solid base as it gathers power in the glass as does the butterscotch. Elegant notes of citrus lead into fine finish.

Mackmyra reserve swedish oakMackmyra svensk Whisky aBWorldwide Whiskey - Sweden - Single Malt - Cask Strength 58%+

Relatively complex nose with ripe fruit and oaky overtones. Some fruit complexity in the mouth with subtle malt. More ripe fruit and gentle waft of smoke. Gentle, soft finish.

suntory Hakushu single Malt Whisky 25 Yosuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Single Malt - 25 YO

Immense fragrance almost overpowers the nose. With time peat and some smoke arrive while ripe berry fruit and some tropical tones also develop. Massive impact in the mouth with great abundance of mellow and mature characters with rich honey and sweet spice. Beautiful oak combination with Mizunara adding even more complexity. Massive but slow flow towards a finish that never seems to arrive. Great whisky.

suntory Hakushu single Malt Whisky Heavily Peatedsuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Single Malt - Heavily Peated - No Age Stated

Nose gives no doubt about the heavy peat. Initially might appear overpowering yet soon a balance of rich malt and honey. Great delivery into the mouth where a profusion of fine flavours migle with the smoky peat. Honey, butterscotch and berry notes come into their own along with some good oak. The smoky peat is always there and makes for great complexity. The peat is a definite in the long, controlled finish. Great whisky.

gibson Finest Canadian Whisky 12 YoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Canada - Deluxe Blend - 12 YO

Very active, big, fresh fruit nose with various grains well integrated. Fresh and full in the mouth with brown sugar and sweet corn flavours but not actually sweet. The oak has obviously done its work but is not all that apparent. Good balance with soft texture. Very satisfying finish. A great Canadian whisky.

sIlvEr (BEst In Class)

royal Canadian small Batch Canadian WhiskyBuffalo trace distilleryWorldwide Whiskey - Canada - Blended - No Age Stated

Inviting nose filled with delicate fruit and clean grain characters. Mildly juicy in the mouth with attractive vanilla and fruit. Well balanced and fine texture. Good flavours and firm finish. Good, easy drinking whisky.

Three ships Premium select 5 Yo Whiskydistell ltdWorldwide Whiskey - South Africa - Blended - 5 YO

Fruity, flowery nose with good spice and distinct smoky notes. Good, lively entry into the mouth with fine flow across the palate. Smooth texture. Citrus and apple flavours join the malt with some cereal sweetness. Good balance of oak . Long, aromatic and dry finish.

Three ships Bourbon Cask Finish Whiskydistell ltdWorldwide Whiskey - South Africa - Blended - No Age Stated

Strong fruit and floral nose with range of spicy notes. Hint of peat. Fairly full in the mouth with grand balance of oak and fruit. Notes of citrus , marmalade and honey. Touch of ginger livens up the mouth and slight peppery notes give good lift towards the finish. Lively and engaging whisky.

P & M single Malt 7 Yodomaine MavelaWorldwide Whiskey - France Corsica - Single Malt - 7 YO

Very attractive nose with malt and honey leading into ripe berry fruits. Well weighted mouth and lively flow across the palate. Hints of dried fruit with some distinct raisin and cocoa characters. Good structure and fine oak. Spicy note gives good lift to the finish.

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HOMe WHISkey - WORLdWIde SILVER (Best in Class)

limeburners M64 61% single Malt Whiskygreat southern distilling CompanyWorldwide Whiskey - Australia - Single Malt - Cask Strength - No Age Stated

Attractive nose with fine malt and sweet barley notes. Good floral attraction with spice and honey. Ripe fruits abound in the mouth and good layers of malt and barley flavours. Loads of spice and sweet oaky notes. Some honeysuckle wafts come floating in from the back and become pretty much part of the picture. Long penetrating finish. Good effort.

Kavalan Concertmaster Port Cask FinishKing Car Food Industrial Company ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Taiwan - Single Malt - Cask Finish - No Age Stated

Nose immediately gives notice that there is port involved. Sweet berry fruit nose with good malt aroma. Floral backing with vanilla and sweet spice. Intense mouth with lots of malty flavours well melded with the port . Honey and nuts add their bit. Great balancing oak. Lively finish.

Kavalan solist Fino single Cask strength single Malt Whisky

King Car Food Industrial Company ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Taiwan - Single Malt - Cask Finish & Strength - 58%+

Signature nose with impressive array of fruits and distinct sherry note. Chocolate and red berry with sweet spice. Rich and full in the mouth with fine oak and delicate sherry . Honey and fudge are there in plenty. Well balanced. Long, spicy finish with little sherry lift in the tail.

Mackmyra special:06 - summer MeadowMackmyra svensk Whisky aBWorldwide Whiskey - Sweden - Single Malt - Cask Finish & Cask Strength 46%+

Delicate, light malty nose with hints of honey and spice. Light but pure flavours of malt and just a wisp of smoke. Some coconut and cocoa add more complexity with just a hint of vanilla near the end. Soft, gentle finish.

Mackmyra reserve swedish smokeMackmyra svensk Whisky aBWorldwide Whiskey - Sweden - Single Malt - Cask Strength 51%+ - 4 YO

Delicate yet fairly complex nose offering gentle notes of spice, herbs and juniper. Easy mouth feel where some maltiness begins to show melding with spice and berry fruit. Good balance and elegant structure. Gentle, spicy finish.

Coillmòr Bavarian single Malt Whisky sherry single Caskspezialitäten Brennerei Bayerwald Bärwurzerei gerhard lieblWorldwide Whiskey - Germany - Single Malt - Cask Finish

Nose shows good malty notes and strong sherry influence. Full and firm in the mouth with fine malt flavour . Hints of citrus and cocoa with vanilla and some butterscotch. Fairly full bodied. Well balanced. Sherry note remains throughout. Fine, firm finish.

suntory Hakushu single Malt Whisky 10 Yosuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Single Malt - 10 YO

Sweet fruited nose with slightest of sherry notes followed by fine malt. Hints of vanilla and cinnamon and slight note of citrus. Great delivery in the mouth with rich, malty sweetness. Silky texture and good oak balance. Vanilla is very evident in long, mellow but lively finish.

suntory Yamazaki single Malt Whisky Mizunarasuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Single Malt - No Age Stated

The fragrant nose has distinct Mizunara notes along with sweet malt and honey. Clean delivery in the mouth with the firm texture associated with Mizunara oak. Sweet vanilla leads into long, well sustained finish. A great individual character. Much appreciated.

suntory Hibiki Japanese Blended Whisky 12 Yosuntory liquors limitedWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Blended - 12 YO

Attractive, fragrant nose with delightful balance of mature notes and youthful vigour. Clean entry into the mouth where a fairly firm texture comes as something of a surprise but pleasant one. Honey and vanilla become more apparent the longer in the glass. Well balanced. Full finish.

Penderyn Bourbon single Cask limited EditionThe Welsh Whisky CompanyWorldwide Whiskey - Wales - Single Malt - No Age Stated

Attractive nose with notes of ripe berry fruit, cocoa and spice. With time some liquorice develops along with some herbs and spice. Clean impression in the mouth with good, youthful malt plus butterscotch and vanilla. Good balance and fine texture. Good concentration and full, satisfying finish.

Cask strength Pure rye Malt nougat J.HaiderWhiskydestillerie J. HaiderWorldwide Whiskey - Austria - Pure Rye Malt - Cask Finish & Strength

Distinctly rye on the nose with honey and spice. Rich and full in the mouth with plenty of sweet toffee and vanilla. Curious attractive but undefined character. One moment it is like nuts and the next butterscotch and dairy characters. Well balanced and fine, long finish. Very pleasant.

Pure rye Malt J.HaiderWhiskydestillerie J. HaiderWorldwide Whiskey - Austria Lower Region - Pure Rye Malt - No Age Stated

Citrus followed by honey on fairly powerful nose. Some attractive richness in the mouth with honey and lingering layer of ripe rye. Sweet toffee notes add to the attraction. Fair amount of spice including vanilla and cinnamon. Good harmony and balance. Lively finish.

gibsons Finest rare Candian Whisky 18 YoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Canada - Deluxe Blend - 18 YO

Bold, adventurous nose with sweet corn, white pepper and ripe bananas. Melts in the mouth with raisins and vanilla adding to all the nose had suggested. A touch of honey helps the sweet sensation. Beautiful balance with oak barely visible but obviously done its job. A beautiful, satisfying whisky.

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HOMe WHISkey - WORLdWIde SILVER, BRONZE

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Caribou Crossing single Barrel Canadian WhiskyBuffalo trace distilleryWorldwide Whiskey - Canada - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

Knights africadistell ltdWorldwide Whiskey - South Africa - Blended - No Age Stated

Three ships select Whiskydistell ltdWorldwide Whiskey - South Africa - Blended - No Age Stated

limeburners M56 61% directors Cut single Malt Whiskygreat southern distilling CompanyWorldwide Whiskey - Australia - Single Malt - Cask Strength - No Age Stated

Harrier Finest Matured WhiskyHenry tayler & ries ltdWorldwide Whiskey - South Africa - Blended - No Age Stated

Knights Finest Matured WhiskyHenry tayler & ries ltdWorldwide Whiskey - South Africa - Blended - No Age Stated

Kavalan solist sherry Cask strength single MaltKing Car Food Industrial Company ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Taiwan - Single Malt - Cask Finish & Strength - 58%+

Kavalan solist vinho single Cask strengthKing Car Food Industrial Company ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Taiwan - Single Malt - Cask Finish & Strength - 58%+

King Car Conductor single Malt WhiskyKing Car Food Industrial Company ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Taiwan - Single Malt - No Age Stated

Mackmyra special:05 - Happy HuntingMackmyra svensk Whisky aBWorldwide Whiskey - Sweden - Single Malt - Cask Finish & Cask Strength 46%+

Mackmyra Moment JordMackmyra svensk Whisky aBWorldwide Whiskey - Sweden - Single Malt - Cask Strength 55%+

Mackmyra Moment urbergMackmyra svensk Whisky aBWorldwide Whiskey - Sweden - Single Malt - Cask Strength 55%+

Mackmyra BrukswhiskyMackmyra svensk Whisky aBWorldwide Whiskey - Sweden - Single Malt - No Age Stated

Pescadores Pumpkin WhiskyPenghu First Winery CompanyWorldwide Whiskey - Taiwan - Single Grain/Pumpkin Whisky - No Age Stated

Coillmòr Bavarian single Malt Whisky French oak sherry single Cask

spezialitäten Brennerei Bayerwald Bärwurzerei gerhard lieblWorldwide Whiskey - Germany - Single Malt - Cask Finish

suntory Hibiki Japanese Blended Whisky 17 Yosuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Blended - 17-21 YO

suntory Yamazaki single Malt Whisky 10 Yosuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Single Malt - 10 YO

suntory Hakushu single Malt Whisky 12 Yosuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Single Malt - 12 YO

suntory Hakushu single Malt Whisky 18 Yosuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Single Malt - 18 YO

suntory Hakushu single Malt Whisky Bourbon Barrelsuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Single Malt - Cask Finish - No Age Stated

suntory Yamazaki single Malt Whisky sherry Casksuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Single Malt - Cask Finish - No Age Stated

suntory Yamazaki single Malt Whisky Puncheonsuntory International ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Japan - Single Malt - No Age Stated

Mcdowell’s no1 Platinum 100% Premium grain luxury Whiskyunited spirits ltdWorldwide Whiskey - India - Blended - No Age Stated

Black ram Whiskyvinprom Peshtera s.a.Worldwide Whiskey - Bulgaria - Blended - No Age Stated

special single Malt selection J.HaiderWhiskydestillerie J. HaiderWorldwide Whiskey - Austria Lower Region - Single Malt - No Age Stated

gibson Finest sterling Candian WhiskyWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdWorldwide Whiskey - Canada - Blended - No Age Stated

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ollmann organic rye Whiskeydestillerie ollmannWorldwide Whiskey - Austria - Single Grain - No Age Stated

Coillmór Bavarian single Malt Whisky american 43%spezialitäten Brennerei Bayerwald Bärwurzerei gerhard lieblWorldwide Whiskey - Germany - Single Malt - No Age Stated

Penderyn single Malt Welsh WhiskyThe Welsh Whisky CompanyWorldwide Whiskey - Wales - Single Malt - No Age Stated

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HOMe WHISky - SCOTCH GOLD (Best in Class)

WHIsKY - sCotCHgold (BEst In Class)

laphroaig triple WoodBeam global spirits & WineScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - Cask Finish & Cask Strength 46-48%

Complex nose where peat and smoky oatmeal are the main features with soft oak and barley with beautiful balance from ripe fruit. Soft and smooth through the mouth with varying levels of peat intensity. Hints of sherry emerge in long, concentrated finish.

ledaig 10 YoBurn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - 10 YO

Vibrant nose with sooty peat, ripe fruit and great floral backing. Surprisingly refreshing on palate with fresh, cut grass, lemon and hints of honey. Peat comes into its own with a smoky wave followed by a big delivery of malt. Hints of vanilla. Great saline touch in the tail. Lovely drink.

Bunnahabhain 18 Yo un-Chillfiltered Islay single Malt scotch Whisky

Burn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 18 YO

Attractive nose with earthy notes, honey, delicate floral and light smoke. Lots of ripe summer fruit. Slight medicinal note is way out performed by the rich fruit. Deep, full mouth where everything the nose had is delivered in a powerful, controlled surge and fills every taste sensor youv’e got! Despite the power it is always elegant and beautifully balanced. Long, intense finish. Beautiful dram.

Imperial quantum 19 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Blended - 18-19 YO

Intriguing combination of cut grass, rich malt, hints of citrus and some vanilla and spice. Beautifully complex all through the mouth with a marvellous, soft, silky texture. Develops a great interplay between the oak and malt, with a slight dark chocolate flavour making a brief appearance. Long and very satisfying finish. Unusual but a very attractive whisky.

Ballantine’s 17 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 15-17 YO

Gorgeous floral nose with lavender, hints of mint and lots of malt. Peat and smoke with chocolate and barley. Rich and full in the mouth where all the nose promised is repeated along with rich oak and hints of barley with dark chocolate and dried fruit. Charming and refined . Some subtle tones add extra complexity. Long, lingering finish.

royal salute 21 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 21 YO

Pears and apple dominate the initial nose with tropical tones making for great complexity. In the mouth the maturity comes to the fore with a warm sensual feel. Loads of ripe fruit mingle with rich malt. Superb balance with great structure. Fine texture. Galaxy of warm fruits leads into massive finish. Glorious whisky,

aberlour double Cask Matured single Malt 16 Yo scotch Whisky

Chivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 16 YO

Very attractive nose loaded with tropical fruit where citrus plays a leading role followed by mango and banana. Honey, toffee, vanilla and cinnamon fill in behind. Rich and full bodied with well layered flavours repeating all the nose promised with additional complexity from nuts, raisins and some floral notes. Smooth and beautifully balanced. Great depth of character. Long, sustained finish.

The glenlivet single Malt 18 Yo scotch WhiskyChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 17-18 YO

Nose opens with beautiful fragrance and a vitality usually associated with younger whiskies. Fine, well balanced entry with great array of flavours where tropical fruit, sherry and malt all mingle to give great complexity. A buttery, creamy texture and super smooth flow make for a sensation of sweetness in the mouth. Elegant and poised to perfection. All the sweet sensation ends in gorgeous, crisp dryness.

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The glenlivet single Malt archive 21 Yo scotch WhiskyChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 20-21 YO

Complex nose with rich sherry, dried fruits and spicy tones of clove, vanilla and cinnamon. Rich, full, well rounded mouth with soft, mellow flow across the palate. Lots more flavour becomes apparent with pear, citrus, chocolate, toffee and marmalade. The finish is equally rich and complex. A grand old whisky.

The glenlivet Founder’s reserve single Malt 21 Yo scotch Whisky

Chivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Strength 55%+ - 21 YO

Inviting, fruity start to the nose with light nuttiness and vanilla. Good, clean oak and more spice follow. Light, mellow entry into the mouth. Toffee and nuts feature strongly with hints of mint and touch of clove. Creamy, smooth flow with light texture. Elegant and well balanced. More toffee and dried fruit in fine finish.

lagavulin 16 Yo Islay single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 15-17 YO

Intense, pungent, peat smoke nose along with rich fruit and hint of sea side. Deep, luscious mouth with soft intensity and slow flow across the palate. Sweet notes with sherry flavours blend well with the great peat wave. Attractive bitter sweet, dark chocolate flavours come into play near the end. Tremendous balance. Long, sensual finish. Great whisky.

glengoyne 1996 Highland single Malt scotch WhiskyIan Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 14 YO

Amazingly complex nose simply bursting with ripe fruit where lemon and apples play a part then some dough like aromas followed by brown sugar then more fruit with strawberries and nuts. All arrives with full impact on the palate where brilliant barley fills the mouth and chocolate and honey add to the complexity. Rich and full with great balance and good oak support. Honey features in long lasting finish.

asda 12 Yo Islay single Malt scotch WhiskyIan Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 12 YO

Delicate but distinctive nose with trade mark Islay medicinal notes. Also with delightful nutty characters. Rich and smooth velvet flow in the mouth with deep Islay flavours. Lots of marine flavours with sea weed, seashells wet sand and salt. All delivers beautifully with great and surprisingly fresh finish for a 12 year old.

Hankey Bannister Blended scotch Whisky 40 YoInternational BeverageScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 40 YO

Light smoke with vanilla and toasty oak. Rich and full in the mouth. Warming and powerful with hints of brown sugar mingling with honey and firm malt. Great complexity and fully integrated oak. Super smooth and velvet texture. Slight but attractive waxy note leads into long, dry finish. A great sipper.

anCnoc old Highland single Malt scotch Whisky 12 YoInternational BeverageScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 12 YO

Great aromatic introduction with nose abounding with ripe fruit, honey, lemon and a peppery spice that then gives way to waves of malt and some smoky notes. Rich, full, intense mouth repeats what the nose showed with great multi layered malt flavours. Hints of peat and touch of oak give lots of complexity. Very enjoyable drink.

Balblair Highland single Malt scotch Whisky 1978International BeverageScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 30 YO

Rich nose with whole profusion of aromas where lemon, passion fruit and grapefruit all show well. Raisins and sherry with mellow oak make all the more complex. Deep, full bodied mouth wher all complexity is balanced by fine oak. Soft spiciness in full, long, soft finish.

Buchanan’s MasterJames Buchanan & Co.Scotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Captivating nose laden with all manner of attractive aromas with rich toffee, well integrated peat and slight smokiness all playing important parts. Stunning soft texture in the mouth yet with fine, firm grainy grip. Some ripe fruity notes mingle with spice and oak. Lots of vanilla in long aftertaste. Beautifully balanced and enormously satisfying. Incredibly long aftertaste. Lovely whisky.

dewar’s signature WhiskyJohn dewar & sons ltdScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

The nose has a fascinating mix of youth and maturity. Crisp, ripe apple melds into sweet, soft malt aromas while a gentle floral backing ends with sweet vanilla. Full powered entry onto the palate releases all the flavour promised on the nose plus a range of dried fruits like raisin and apricot. Lively across the palate with energetic texture. Offerings of dark chocolate meet some slightly estery notes before moving into a full powered, highly aromatic finish. A gorgeous late night sipper.

aberfeldy 21 Yo single Highland MaltJohn dewar & sons ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 21 YO

The nose simply abounds with maturity with heather, candle wax, smoke backed by a fine floral curtain. Hints of honeysuckle and jasmine. Great entry into the mouth with flavours simply oozing out from the slow flow. Smooth texture and great balance. Mature malty notes dominate the full flavoured finish.

Kilchoman spring 2011 release single Malt scotch WhiskyKilchoman distillery Co ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - No Age stated

Dramatic nose that embodies all that Islay can offer in genteel form. Strong peaty aromatics, ripe fruit, rich tropical notes and butterscotch. Lively entry into the mouth where soft flow across the palate leaves complex mix of ripe fruit flavours. The peat is ever present and is well balanced by fine oak. Youthful, lively finish.

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Matisse Blended scotch Whisky 21 YoMatisse spirits Company ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - 21 YO

A magnificent mixture of fresh, ripe fruit and spice with pepper and vanilla with malt giving the most attractive nose. Equally complex in the mouth, yet with beautiful soft flow with flavours ebbing out as the velvet texture slides across the palate. Deep mouth with wonderful roundness and mellow character. Mature and magnificent. Great to sip slowly on its own.

Muirhead’s silver seal speyside 12 Yo single MaltPicard vins et spiritueuxScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

Gorgeous, fragrant nose with lots of barley and twist of smoke. Nuts and raisins follow as does a slight hint of mint. Well rounded mouth with lovely mellow character. Soft, sweet and delicate yet with grand flavours of malt and dried fruits. Great balance and long, well defined finish which is floral backed to the end.

Highland reserve Blended scotch Whisky 12 Yoquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - 12 YO

Most attractive nose with sweet honey, spice and heather with floral backing. Gentle delivery into the mouth where there is an almost perfect balance of grain and malt. Great oak support and a tremendous depth of ripe fruit flavours adding to the overall complexity. Mellow, honey sweet and rich. Soft in texture yet rich in flavour. Long aromatic finish.

James King Blended scotch Whisky 15 Yoquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - 15 YO

Honey, citrus and raisin dominate the nose with hints of fudge, vanilla and even the slightest hint of ginger. Some toasty notes come into play and all repeats in the mouth . Mellow and mature characters call the tune as the gentle, smooth flow crosses the palate. Beautiful texture and superb balance. Hints of pears lead into a long, sustained, satisfying finish.

Benriach sherry Wood 12 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyThe Benriach distilleryScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 12-13 YO

Barley sugar almost bubbles out the glass followed by oranges, bananas, and spice. Rich aromas continue to develop with sherry, peat and malt. Intense flavours in the mouth where honey is first to show then great amalgam of cereals, fruit and spice. Great balance and super smooth texture. Sherry shows in long, extended finish.

Cutty sark 25 YoThe Edrington groupScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 25 YO

Very attractive nose with peach blossom and a range of aromas with mint and lavender. Hints of vanilla and ginger. Rich and full in the mouth with great depth of maturity and wide range of flavours. A tapestry of delight where marmalade and honey reward your palate.

glenmoranige original 10 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyThe glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 10 YO

The attractive aromas hold a whole range of the best things Highland whisky can offer. At times very delicate then waves of concentrated character. Barley malt features strongly then almonds, oak and chocolate. Initially dry then develops an attractive fruity sweetness. Deep and rich in the mouth with silky smooth flow and fine texture. Honey and citrus add to the complexity. All backed by the finest twist of smoke. A great whisky that has the capacity to please most palates.

glenmorangie 18 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyThe glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 18-19 YO

Wonderful floral start to the nose followed by lemon blossom, honey and some herbal notes. An almost sauvignon blanc green nettle aroma mingles in amongst all the rest. Oak plays an important role. Super smooth entry into the mouth with loads of flavour repeating what the nose promised with addition of marmalade and fruit cake. Taste of sugary shortbread leads into long finish. Mature and mellow. Delightful dram.

glenmorangie quarter Century single Malt scotch WhiskyThe glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 24-25 YO

Loads of maturity in super complex nose. Clove, lavender, toffee, oaky notes with vanilla. Soft, elegant entry and slow flow across the palate. Super soft texture. Well rounded mouth gets a fair oaky, tannin grip. Fairly delicate yet lots of character and a good show of apple and pear before vanilla takes over in long finish.

glenmorangie nectar d’or 12 Yo single Malt scotch Whisky

The glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - 12 YO

Initially the nose is spice filled then dark chocolate appears along with ripe fruit, and spice comes back in form of ginger and some sweet cake mix. Mouth fills with malt and then some oaky notes and more spice collect towards the long, well modulated finish.

glenmorangie signet single Malt scotch WhiskyThe glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - No Age Stated

Highly scented, very attractive nose with range of floral notes and strong, spiced toffee. Hints of ginger, white chocolate and some coconut. Rich and full in the mouth with deep layers of flavour pretty much following the nose. Velvet flow across the palate and beautifully textured. Incredibly complex with new nuances developing all the time. Sustained finish leaves you simply wanting more.

Black dog reserve 18 Yo scotch Whiskyunited spirits ltdScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 18 YO

Big, bold nose with mellowness and maturity all over it. Sweet sensation in the mouth gives idea of pure luxury. Full flavoured mouth adds marmalade and chocolate to the complexity. Soft silky texture. Beautiful harmony. Lots of floral notes in long, extended finish. Lovely whisky.

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Whyte & Mackay Blended scotch Whisky 13 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 12-13 YO

Rich malty nose with great flourish of floral notes. Rich and round in lovely mellow mouth with wide range of flavours. Marzipan, fruit cake, dark berries and walnuts. Some sherry notes in the background. Wonderful harmony with beautiful balance. Warm and elegant. Complex and mellow with great, long, lingering finish.

Whyte & Mackay Blended scotch Whisky 30 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 30 YO

Nose opens with a full flush of citrus where tangerine and orange zest play major roles, followed by honey and pear with crème brulée. Good mix of malt and grain in the mouth with toasted almond followed by lots of vanilla and cinnamon. Warm and comforting in the mouth. Great balance and super elegance. Beautifully refined and balanced whisky.

Jura single Malt 21 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - 21 YO

Complex nose of dried fruits, hazelnuts, marzipan, fruit cake, citrus, spice and whisp of smoke. Luscious in the mouth with generous release of flavours like the nose suggested with much more dried fruit and candied orange. Very complex with great meld of spice, fruit, malt and smoky notes. Beautifully elegant and balanced. A real beauty. Great way to end.

glenfiddich 15 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 15 YO

Beautiful, fruity nose with mingle of crispy malt and rich toffee. The fruit is made up of ripe cherry, apple, pears with some citrus followed by honey and spice. Great entry into the mouth with deep, mellow flavours of ripe fruits, brown sugar, malt and soft chocolate. Beautiful balance and silky smooth flow. Great texture and super complexity.

The Balvenie Thirty 30 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 30 YO

Gorgeous aromas come wafting out the glass bringing ripe berry fruits, honey and honeysuckle. Slight smoky hint with distinct sherry. Dark fruit cake with cherries and marzipan. Great profusion of flavours including dark chocolate, treacle, pear and caramelised fruit. More comes in form of toffee, citrus and marmalade. Attractive, oily viscosity. Very much alive despite all its age.

glenfiddich rich oak 14 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 14 YO

Biscuit, toast, leather with floral notes and loads of spice make up complex nose. Deep rich and warming in the mouth with deep malty flavours. All beautifully integrated. Spicy oak makes a full show with hints of bourbon and sherry notes. Clove joins the spice. Mellow and mature with soft mouthfeel and silky texture. Long, rich, satisfying finish. Beautiful whisky.

The Balvenie Peated Cask 17 Yo single Malt scotch Whisky

William grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 17-19 YO

Rich, peaty nose with toasty oak and smoky aromas. Gorgeous floral backing with rose and violets. Hint of bourbon and rich honey. Rich and deep in the mouth with the intensity of mature cask age. Crème brulée and vanilla come into the action and add to the smooth sensation across the palate. Crisp texture. Rich and well balanced. Long, everlasting finish.

The Balvenie Portwood 21 YoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 21 YO

Rich, ripe fruity notes on the nose with oaky tones and great flourish of porty notes followed by sweet fragrance. Fine entry into complex, deep mouth with honey, fruit cake and some tropical ripe fruit including mango and banana. Deep, rich marmalade. Smooth and silky. Sweet malty flavours carry into long finish.

glenfiddich 40 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Strength - 40 YO

Massive nose with tremendous complexity. Loads of dried fruit and spice where vanilla and cinnamon are dominant . The entry into the mouth creates an explosion of soft, ripe fruit with rich maturity. Toast, malt, hint of smoke and peat. Coffee, chocolate and cocoa are there. Creamy flow across the palate and not in the least dried out. Remarkable whisky and a great treat.

goldtomintoul speyside glenlivet single Malt Whisky aged 21 years

angus dundee distillers PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 20-21 YO

Nose opens with attractive fragrance then green apple aromas fill the air followed by delicate fruits like pear and ripe melon. Soft, mellow mouth with fine oaky tones and more apple in baked form. Biscuit and pie crust along with chocolate and marmalade. Fine balance. Spice filled finish.

laphroaig 10 Year old Cask strengthBeam global spirits & WineScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - Cask Strength 55%+ - 10 YO

Generous nose with medicinal notes, camphor and cloves. Mineral touch with floral and peaty backing. Hints of the seaside. Big muscular mouth with deep, full flavours. Dark chocolate, dried fruit and some toffee notes add extra complexity. Spectacular, smoke filled, peaty finish.

The glenrothes 1978 vintage single Malt scotch WhiskyBerry Bros & rudd ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 30 YO

Rich malty notes combine with ripe fruit and pineapple on a nose simply reeking with maturity. Great concentration in the mouth of fruit and roasted nuts and fine oak. Smooth and supple across the palate with long, dry, spicy finish.

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Bunnahabhain 12 Yo un-Chillfiltered Islay single Malt scotch Whisky

Burn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 12 YO

Nose is a great mingle of cereals, dried fruit, citrus, clove, ginger and gentle wafts of peat smoke. Soft and mellow in well weighted mouth with elegant balance. Super smooth. Hints of nut, marmalade, oak with gentle peat smoke in the background. Impression of salt in dry finish.

aberlour single Malt 18 Yo scotch WhiskyChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 17-18 YO

Inviting nose with rich tropical fruit including banana, mango and dark honey. Followed by fruit cake and orange with liquorice and dried apricot. Floral note with honeysuckle and violets. Deep, well rounded mouth brings more fruit with peach and pear with soft sherry notes. Creamy, rich flow and deep texture. Beautifully balanced and deep warming mouthfeel.

The glenlivet nádurra single Malt Cask strenght 16 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Strength 54% - 16 YO

Magnificent opening on the nose of floral fragrance, ripe fruit, peardrops, clove and citrus. Tremendous entry into the mouth with all the nose promised plus bitter chocolate, warming ginger, rich malt and brown sugar sweetness. All balanced by well worked oak. Rich, full, smooth flow. Great balance and poise. Classy in every respect. Very liqueurish.

The royal & ancient Blended scotch WhiskyCockburn & Campbell limitedScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Very attractive, rich floral nose with peat and lovely sweet grainy notes and lots of vanilla. A rich smokiness develops all the time in the glass. Full and complex in the mouth with lovely mellow notes and creamy texture. Honey and vanilla come into play while more peat and smoke are released. Great, long, everlasting finish.

royal lochanagar select reservediageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - No Age Stated

Complex nose with toasty notes mingling with honey, nuts and nougat with just a hint of aniseed. Rich and full in the mouth with impression of enormous malt content! Hints of liquorice and touch of golden syrup. The massive malt mellows out to give beautiful balance and firm texture. A whole range of flavours appear in the mouth and carry through to long, comforting finish.

glenkinchie distillers Editiondiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Lowland - Cask Finish - 14 YO

Ripe fruit with citrus and grape followed toffee and toast. Some sherry notes add to the interest. Delightfully mellow mouth with rich fruit in the form of citrus and ripe tropical notes. Smooth and silky across the palate with fine texture and good balancing oak. Beautifully integrated. Long, gentle yet flavour filled finish.

Black Bull 12 Yo deluxe Blended scotch Whiskyduncan taylor scotch Whisky ltdScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 12-13 YO

The nose is a large basket packed with fruit with inviting notes of apple and tropical notes along with liquorice and vanilla. Complex and full in the mouth with all the nose aromas transferred into very attractive flavours. Spice and fruit combine well with the evident oak. Lots of attractive vanilla and citrus in outstanding finish.

Black Bull 40 Yo deluxe Blended scotch Whiskyduncan taylor scotch Whisky ltdScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 40 YO

Tremendous flourish of floral aromas opens up big nose. Ripe, pulpy fruits follow with cumin and apple. Great complexity. All carries into the mouth where rich malt dominates with loads of golden syrup, barley sugar and hints of citrus and marmalade. Great presence and balance. Long, fruit filled finish.

Buchanan’s special reserve 18 YoJames Buchanan & Co.Scotch Whisky - Blended - 18-19 YO

Most attractive floral nose with loads of rich, sweet spice. Very soft in the mouth, almost feather down lush with a silky texture and an incredibly soft flow. Slight impression of sweetness yet develops long, dry, spice-filled finish.

dewar’s 18 Yo scotch WhiskyJohn dewar & sons ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - 18-19 YO

Beautiful nose with malt, citrus and some dark chocolate, all followed by vanilla and just the slightest whiff of flowers. A gorgeous array of malty notes blend into some super tuned oak. Some citrus joins the combination and leads a fine, well textured flow across the palate. A delicate dusting of chocolate leads into a full fruited finish. A great sipping dram.

William lawson’s Finest Blended WhiskyJohn dewar & sons ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Ripe fruity nose with rich malty notes, toffee and spice make for a very attractive nose. All followed by hints of cocoa and clean grape. Beautifully balanced with rich malty flavours and supple texture. Touch of sherry and some barley. Develops great complexity with lots of mellow notes and easy flow across the palate. Some fine mature notes lead into long, extended finish.

dimple 15 YoJohn Haig & Co.Scotch Whisky - Blended - 15 YO

Full, fruity, floral nose laden with oak, toast, vanilla and bakery notes mingled with malt and dried fruit. Rich and round in the mouth with a silky texture and slow flow. Rich fruit cake and loads of dried fruit with just the slightest twist of smoke. Fairly full yet with great balance. Long, lingering, satisfying finish.

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Haig supremeJohn Haig & Co.Scotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Complex nose where ripe fruit, honey, peat and sherry all mingle into one. Great floral backing. Super smooth entry into the mouth with finely textured passage across the palate. Elegant and beautifully balanced. Some great sherry tones and fine fruit come through in the mouth held together by some very well worked wood. Easy, but satisfying drink.

queen Margot scotch Whiskylidl uKScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Almost lazy nose which takes a while to evolve but it is worth the wait. Lightly peated, lovely spice with eucalyptus and aniseed with soft minerals with vanilla to follow. Lively across the palate but settles into a smooth, well delivered flow with flavours being released all the time. Gorgeous combination of grain and malt with honeyed notes giving wonderful harmony. Beautiful blend that will please most palates.

auchentoshan 1975 Bourbon Matured 35 single Malt scotch Whisky

Morrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Lowland - 35 YO

Magnificent complex nose packed with dried fruit, ripe berries and with wonderful fragrant backing. Hints of liquorice and clove. Beautifully mellow in deep flavoured mouth where mature malt combines with tropical fruit where lychee and melon feature. Great touch of toasty oak. Soft body and silky texture. Beautiful balance and possibly at its absolute best. A wonderful treat.

queen Margot scotch Whiskyquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Almost lazy nose which takes a while to evolve but it is worth the wait. Lightly peated, lovely spice with eucalyptus and aniseed with soft minerals with vanilla to follow. Lively across the palate but settles into a smooth, well delivered flow with flavours being released all the time. Gorgeous combination of grain and malt with honeyed notes giving wonderful harmony. Beautiful blend that will please most palates.

Benriach 20 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyThe Benriach distilleryScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 20-21 YO

Curious but attractive characters of pineapple and peat lead on the nose, giving way to milk chocolate, vanilla, citrus and floral notes. For all its age there is a clean and gentle entry into the mouth. Chocolate and pineapple are prominent flavours with fine spice and light ginger. Light peat and rich malt lead to attractive tarry smoke. Fine, mature finish.

Kingdom Blended scotch Whisky 21 YoThe Edrington groupScotch Whisky - Blended - 21 YO

The nose is laden with a combination of malt, rich barley and just a hint of grain - held together by a link of spice and ripe fruit. All backed by marmalade and a floral flush. It is richly textured in the mouth with all the nose promised emerging in the slow flow across the palate. Mature and mellow. Grand, sound, long, full finish.

Kingdom Blended scotch Whisky 30 YoThe Edrington groupScotch Whisky - Blended - 30 YO

Delicate nose with a huge range of complex aromas, well aged characters interwoven with threads of liquorice backed by vanilla. Delicate and refined in the mouth with some fine ripe barley flavours along with fine oak support. Barley and marmalade make the most of the flavours, with barley featuring strongly in the dry, well fruited finish. Delightful.

Whyte & Mackay Blended scotch Whisky 40 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 40 YO

Nose opens with a full spectrum of tropical aromas where mango plays a leading role. Soft, ripe fruit all the way through the mouth with hints of sweet fudge. Incredibly smooth with silky texture. Malt and almonds with hints of vanilla give beautiful warming, comforting body. Elegant and refined with long, extended finish. Harmonised perfection.

Invergordon single grain Whisky 1973Whyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Grain - 1973

Time has truly nurtured this magnificent grain whisky giving beautiful characters that can only come from a great base and time in fine oak. The balance of floral notes and fine flavours is simply superb. Elegance and stature are to behold. Immense character. Pure heaven !

dalmore Highland single Malt 1981 MatusalemWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 30 YO

Great nose with toffee, fruitcake, marmalade, dates and some fine oaky notes. Incredibly smooth in the mouth with silky texture. Delicate and mature with lovely mellow notes with ripe fruit and toffee apple-like caramel and lots of oak. Brown sugar in long, seamless finish. Super satisfying.

dalmore Highland single Malt 1974Whyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 34 YO

Complex but delicate nose with hints of smoke, aniseed, earthiness and old oak. Sublime mouth feel with velvet texture hints of drying oak. Slow and gentle with magnificent mellow , mature characters that only age can give. Sinks slowly into the mouth and then takes a warming meander down the throat. Sublime, seamless swallow.

dalmore astrum Highland single Malt 40 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 40 YO

Magnificent nose packed full of spice, treacle, toffee, rich Seville orange and slight leather aromas. Deep and full in the mouth with seamless flavours absolutely integrated and just a delight to experience. Smooth and mellow with fine oak balance. Great experience.

dalmore Highland single Malt 1980Whyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Strength - 30 YO

Nose leads off with super concentration of ripe fruits, spice and toasty nuts. Peaches in liqueur aromas with great vanilla follow up. Smooth as can be in the mouth with elegant balance and finest of fine texture. Soft, gentle mature flavours across the palate. Massive array of complex fruit flavours build up in the glass yet super soft, gentle finish.

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Jura Boutique Barrel single Malt 1995Whyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - Cask Strength 56%+ - 1995

Nose is packed with rich, ripe fruit with crushed apples, pear and apricot. Spice follows with ginger, cinnamon and vanilla. Crisp, full mouth with silky flow and texture. Fresh and clean yet has good mellow mature notes. Lovely smoky touch in the extended finish. Very appetising drink.

grant’s 25 YoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 25 YO

Tremendous complexity on the nose. Packed with blossom, lavender with hints of toffee and even touch of sweet tobacco. Lovely complexity from the super mature notes. Super silky across the palate with fine texture. Spice build up in the long, extended finish. Beauty at its best.

glenfiddich 12 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

Appetising nose with rich sherry element, toffee, malt and mingle of fruit. Rich and complex in the mouth with some tropical fruit sweetness, almonds and marzipan. Beautifully balanced with malty richness and fine oak. Smooth through the mouth with lively but silky texture. Long, complex, clinging finish. A really gorgeous dram.

glenfiddich 18 YoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 17-18 YO

Complex nose with toffee, toast, coffee mingled with citrus, apples and blueberry. Gentle twist of smoke. Full powered entry into the mouth with all the nose had plus melting malt, coconut and vanilla. The citrus takes on a greater role adding zest to the mature and mellow mouth. Warming, deep flow across the mouth. Smooth and silky. Outstanding harmony. Wonderful Speyside whisky.

glenfiddich 30 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 30 YO

Very attractive nose with great combination of ripe fruit and mature notes. Honey, sweet pepper and liquorice follow with generous delivery of oak. Great entry into the mouth with absolute mellow flow . Smooth, creamy and fine texture. Elegant and beautifully balanced. Some floral notes develop in the background. Fine oak support. Butterscotch and vanilla come to the fore in long, mellow, satisfying finish.

The Balvenie signature 12 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 12-13 YO

Absolutely gorgeous nose packed with light smoke, exotic fruits, malt, old honey and super floral backing. Rich deep, mellow, mature mouth where flavours roll slowly off the tongue following the pattern of the nose. Extra complexity comes from sherry and more honey. Honeysuckle and violets float in the background. Silky smooth. Hint of almond joins in the fine finish.

glenfiddich 21 Yo gran reserva rum Cask Finish single Malt scotch Whisky

William grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 21 YO

Nutty nose with light touches of fine rum, toffee and honey. Blossoms in the mouth with a release of creamy flow with mellow texture. Fine balance. Toffee and fudge gather in the finish.

The Balvenie 40 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Strength - 40 YO

Nose charged with toffee, vanilla, ginger, clove and soft waft of smoke. Hints of ripe fruit and floral backing. Fine, gentle entry into the mouth with roll out of sherry, pastry, apple, melon, more ginger and honey flavours. Fine wood tannins give enormous grip while the flow is oily and luscious. Elegant and beautifully balanced. Long dry, oaky finish. A memorable experience and an honour to have savoured it.

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laphroaig 10 Yo Islay single Malt scotch WhiskyBeam global spirits & WineScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 10 YO

Complex, well balanced nose with peat, floral notes, malt, barley and smoke floating in the background. Smooth and sweet in the mouth with ripe fruit flavours including coconut, citrus and mango. Rich, full finish. Very attractive in its relative youth.

The glenrothes alba reserve single Malt scotch WhiskyBerry Bros & rudd ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - No Age Stated

Very attractive nose that leads with flourish of flowery fragrance followed by toasty dough and sultanas. Hint of mint, cinnamon and vanilla. Gentle touch of green grass. Rich and full in lively mouth where coconut adds to the attraction and the sweet spices come out to the full with loads of vanilla. Good oak balance and lively full finish.

tobermory 15 Yo un-ChillfilteredBurn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - 14-16 YO

Complex nose with smoke, malt, oak and lots of spice. Great delivery into the mouth with waves of honey, bitter sweet chocolate, vanilla and slight salty note. Grows in the mouth with a developing intensity which brings rich barley, sweet spice and some dry cocoa-like characters. Lovely fruity component arrives close to the long and full flavoured finish.

Bunnahabhain 25 Yo un-ChillfilteredBurn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 25 YO

Delicate, floral , slightly smoky start to the nose. Then develops some serious coastal characters with some brown sugar and coffee. Soft and mellow in the mouth with great mature characters and ever present, gentle peat smoke. Barley and salt creep into the picture before attractive, dry finish.

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Imperial 17 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Blended - 17 YO

Attractive nose with malt and oak playing very important roles. The big malty character is joined by marmalade and the slightest vanilla note. A great malty landing on the palate eventually gives way to citrus and marmalade which lend to the supple texture and smooth flow. Mature and mellow with long satisfying finish.

The glenlivet single Malt 25 Yo scotch WhiskyChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 25 YO

Demerara sugar introduces the nose followed by dried fruit including raisin and some leathery, dry oakiness. Dried apricot, raisin and with pistachio and almond. Firm and full in dry mouth with mature characters leading into spice filled finish.

Clynelish distillers Edition single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - 17-18 YO

Nose lifts off with inviting wafts of sherry and spice with just enough smoke to let you know it is there. Second wave brings citrus, pears and vanilla. Smooth flow through the mouth with golden syrup flavours adding to the complexity. Some fruit cake is there but sherry characters dominate through to the full finish.

glenkinchie 12 Yo single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Lowland - 12 YO

Fresh floral nose with ripe fruits following with citrus and pineapple. Touch of toffee and toasted bread. Light and lively in the mouth where the toffee seems to take command with some grapey flavours joining the citrus. Relatively light and almost sweet on the palate. Lively, fresh finish.

glencadam 1979 rare select Malt scotch Whisky taiwan limitedglencadam distillery CompanyScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Strength - 31 YO

Delicate and fragrant on the nose with ripe fruit as well as dried fruits with raisins and peach. Deep mouth feel with overwhelming mature characters. Full body is filled with rich fruit and malt and balanced by old oak. Some bitter but attractive orange in mellow finish.

Benromach 10 Yo speyside single Malt scotch Whiskygordon & MacphailScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 10 YO

Gentle, clean peaty smoke on the nose with ripe fruit and soft vanilla. Some rich sherry hovers in the background. Deep and well rounded mouth with beautiful harmony between malt and oak. Smoke and sherry are ever present. Smooth and soft through the mouth with slight sweet sensation yet fine, dry finish.

Isle of skye 8 Yo Blended scotch WhiskyIan Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - 8 YO

The nose is a very handsome mix of peat, barley and honey with a smoky fringe. All those characters generate more energy in the mouth where a decided marmalade character adds full fruit to the peat, smoke and barley. Elegant yet full flavoured. Very pleasing to the taste buds with a slight swish of honey right at the end. Delightful.

drummer Blended scotch Whisky 5 YoInternational BeverageScotch Whisky - Blended - 5 YO

Attractive aromas of peat and honey mingle with slight smoky notes. Firm and full in the mouth with cocoa flavours joining the honey and malt. Slight brown sugar sweetness gives soft flow across the palate while accentuating the flavours. Elegant and well structured.

old Pulteney aged single Malt scotch Whisky 17 YearsInternational BeverageScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - 16-17 YO

Cut grass, citrus with ripe berry fruits on the nose. Soft oak backing. Lively introduction onto the palate with invigorating passage through the mouth . Intense flavours of citrus and malt with hints of toffee and chocolate. Gorgeous mix of youth and mature characters make for very attractive drinking.

Matisse 19 Yo Highland single Malt scotch WhiskyMatisse spirits Company ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - 19 YO

Demonstrative nose where a profusion of aromas pour out and deliver loads of citrus, honey, toffee, caramel and vanilla. Falls across the palate delivering rich warm flavours as it does. All the nose had plus coffee and chocolate beautifully balanced by fine oak. Hints of bitter orange lead from warm, rounded mouth into long full flavoured finish.

Bowmore 15 Years old darkest Islay single Malt scotch Whisky

Morrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - Cask Finish - 15-17 YO

Strong peat nose carries range of fruity notes including citrus, bananas, dry fruit and clove. Touch of leather and some medicinal notes. Sweet and creamy in the mouth yet still has a crisp delivery. Dark chocolate, toffee and some exotic fruit add to the rich complexity. Smooth to the extent of being almost juicy. Long, sustained, peat filled finish.

auchentoshan single Malt Whisky 18 YoMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Lowland - 18-21 YO

Nose oozes ripe fruit and floral notes. Ripe citrus, lychee, melon, green tea and toasted almond all combining to give wonderful and inviting nose. Soft and mellow in the mouth where some delicate fudge and malty notes take centre stage with some dark chocolate at the side. Hints of red currant and some vanilla backed by clean oak. Smooth flow leads into long, rewarding finish. Delightfully delicate throughout.

auchentoshan Classic single Malt WhiskyMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Lowland - No Age Stated

Delicate nose with hints of coconut, green grass, figs and vanilla. Some estery notes with rich barley sugar notes. Good entry with lively palate giving the same flavours as nose suggested. Good balance with some bourbon sweetness. Fresh in all aspects with zesty, fine finish.

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Highland Park single Malt scotch Whisky 18 YoThe Edrington groupScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - 18 YO

Massive nose filled with honey and peat. Slight charry note with some flowers in attendance. Elegant in the mouth with a kind of cheerful and lively character. Beautifully balanced. Vanilla wafts come and go. Honey is accentuated towards the smoky finish.

James Martin’s 20 Yo scotch WhiskyThe glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 19-20 YO

Very attractive nose laden with honey and spice and some citrus notes. Layers of fruit in the mouth where citrus plays a major part. Sherry makes a definite contribution. Malt is most certainly evident and all combine to produce a wonderful taste sensation. Surprisingly fresh finish for a twenty year old whisky. Lovely whisky.

glenmorangie astar single Malt scotch WhiskyThe glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Single Highland Malt - Cask Strength 57%+ - No Age Stated

The nose is fresh, almost creamy, with a hint of white chocolate. The palate hits you with a fruit cocktail - lychees, grapefruit - bound together by great oak which carries it through to a smooth honeyed finish, with tropical lychee notes returning.

glenmorangie Finealta single Malt scotch WhiskyThe glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - No Age Stated

The nose beckons with fine oloroso aromas backed by light peat and subtle smoke. Lightweight but firm entry into the mouth where elegance is the byword. Delicate step across the palate with fine dry flavours. Spice abounds and sherry begins to take hold while light smoky twist stays in the background all the time. Hint of peat is ever present. Slight sweetness develops and a fine balance is achieved between sweet and dry notes. Fine, delicate finish.

ardbeg uigeadail single Malt scotch WhiskyThe glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - Cask Strength 50-58% - No Age Stated

Intense peaty reek with loads of fruitcake and massive oak. Citrus and sherry make a serious mark. Luscious and full in well rounded mouth where some bitter sweet characters give odd but very pleasant individuality. Smoke hovers over the rich malt and leads into the big, high performing finish.

tomatin Highland single Malt 15 YoThe tomatin distillery Co ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 15 YO

Fragrant nose with lime, lemon, hazelnut, fruitcake and vanilla. Super floral wave in the background. Smooth flow into the mouth with medium body and super smooth sensations. Honey and orange flavours become very forward while the oak is always in support. Long, lingering finish.

Peat Chimney 12 YoWemyss vintage Malt limitedScotch Whisky - Pure Malt - 12 YO

A complex array of smoke and citrus fruits lead the nose and then explode onto the palate in sensational fashion. Lively passage across the palate with profusion of smoke and peat characters. Rich and full to the end with smoke playing a major role throughout.

Black dog Blended scotch WhiskyWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 43% Vol

Grain and sweet toffee mingle with some honeyed malty notes on the gentle nose. Fairly rich in the mouth with honey and ripe fruit. Some crisp grain gives an attractive grip. Light coating of brown sugar gives soft flow across the palate. Spicy, toffee finish.

usquaebach Blended Malt 15 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Pure Malt - 15 YO

Nose simply reeks with character and enticement. Inviting aromas of orange peel, marzipan and crushed almonds. All repeats in the mouth with super smooth but active flow. Rich and elegant with superb balance. Distinguished and refined. An absolute class act.

Mackinleys rare old Highland MaltWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Pure Malt - No Age Stated

A great overture of exciting notes of fresh apples, pears and vanilla with a beautiful whisper of peat smoke. Superb flow through the mouth with velvet texture yet bounding with life. Balanced to perfection. The whisper of peat smoke carries through to the long finish. A great dram.

dalmore aurora Highland single Malt 45 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 45 YO

Highly complex nose where all things mature rise gently up from the glass. Toffee, citrus, oak, spice and chocolate all combine on a floral backing. Deep full mouth with all manner of flavours as suggested on the nose plus rich, bitter, dark chocolate. Slight astringent grip. Oak is the main component in the long lasting finish.

Jura Prophecy single MaltWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - No Age Stated

Just a whisper of smoke on the nose and rich fruit. Tangy malt, honey and slight salty character. Rich, ripe fruit on the palate where the honey really shows and more briny sea spray. A pleasant, gentle expression of the islands.

grant’s ale CaskWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - Cask Finish - No Age Stated

Enormous nose with a great attractive range of malty characters with loads of toffee and even a hint of hops. A lively mouth feel, that gives off malt and toffee flavours and some attractive ale-like characters. Big and flavoursome with good weight and balance. An engaging drink!

glenfiddich snow PhoenixWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Strength 47%+ - No Age Stated

Bright gold. The nose is creamy with vanilla and hints of apple and pear. The apple returns on the palate in baked form, with whiffs of wood smoke. On the finish there is a hint of aging in sherry casks, lending a delicious touch of sweetness.

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Highland Earl Whiskyaldi stores ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

glen orrin Malt Whiskyaldi stores ltdScotch Whisky - Pure Malt - No Age Stated

glen Marnoch 12 Yo Whiskyaldi stores ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

smokey Joe Islay Malt scotch Whiskyangus dundee distillers PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - No Age stated

sir Edward’sBardinetScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

laphroaig 18 Year old single Malt scotch WhiskyBeam global spirits & WineScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 18 YO

laphroaig quarter Cask Islay single Malt scotch WhiskyBeam global spirits & WineScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - Cask Strength 46-48%

Blue Hanger Blended Malt 5th limited releaseBerry Bros & rudd ltdScotch Whisky - Pure Malt - No Age Stated

The glenrothes 1998 vintage single Malt scotch WhiskyBerry Bros & rudd ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

The glenrothes 1991 vintage single Malt scotch WhiskyBerry Bros & rudd ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 17-18 YO

The glenrothes 1988 vintage single Malt scotch WhiskyBerry Bros & rudd ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 20-21 YO

The glenrothes robur reserve single Malt scotch WhiskyBerry Bros & rudd ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - No Age Stated

old Keeper scotch WhiskyBorco Marken ImportScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

statesman scotch WhiskyBorco Marken ImportScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Clan gold 15 Yo Blended scotch WhiskyBrilliant star InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - 15 YO

Brilliant star Clan goldBrilliant star InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

scottish leader 12 Yo scotch WhiskyBurn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - 12 YO

scottish leader originalBurn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

deanston virgin oak un-ChillfilteredBurn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - No Age Stated

tobermory 10 Yo un-ChillfilteredBurn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - 10 YO

Bunnahabhain darach Úr un-Chillfiltered Islay single Malt scotch Whisky

Burn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - Cask Strength 46-48%

Bunnahabhain Cruach Mhona un-Chillfiltered Islay single Malt scotch Whisky

Burn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - Cask Strength 50-58% - No Age Stated

Bunnahabhain toiteach un-Chilfiltered Islay single Malt scotch Whisky

Burn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - No Age stated

Imperial Classic 12 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Blended - 12 YO

Imperial 21 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Blended - 21 YO

Ballantine’s FinestChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Chivas regal 12 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 12-13 YO

Chivals regal 18 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 18 YO

Ballantine’s 21 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 21 YO

Ballantine’s 30 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 30 YO

Ballantine’s limitedChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

royal salute The Hundred Cask selectionChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

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scapa 16 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - 14-16 YO

aberlour single Malt 10 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 10 YO

strathisla single Malt 12 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

The glenlivet single Malt 12 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

The glenlivet single Malt First Fill 12 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

The glenlivet single Malt French oak reserve 15 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 15 YO

longmorn 16 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 16 YO

aberlour double Cask Matured single Malt 12 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 12-13 YO

The glenlivet Master distillers reserve single MaltChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - No Age Stated

Johnnie Walker Black label 12 Yodiageo Brands BvScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 12-13 YO

Johnnie Walker gold label 18 Yodiageo Brands BvScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 18 YO

Johnnie Walker double Blackdiageo Brands BvScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

Windsor 17 Yodiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 15-17 YO

Windsor xrdiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

royal lochnagar 12 Yo single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 12 YO

Clynelish 14 Yo single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 14 YO

dalwhinnie 15 Yo single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 15 YO

royal lochnagar distillers Editiondiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - 12 YO

dalwhinnie distillers Edition single Malt scotch Whisky 18 Yo

diageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - 17-18 YO

talisker 10 Yodiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - 10 YO

talisker distillers Edition 1999diageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - Cask Finish - 11 YO

talisker 57 northdiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - Cask Strength 57%+ - No Age Stated

Caol Ila 12 Yo Islay single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 12 YO

Caol Ila 18 Yo Islay single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 18 YO

Caol Ila distillers Edition 1997 Islay single Malt scotch Whisky

diageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - Cask Finish - 13 YO

lagavulin distillers Edition 1994diageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - Cask Finish - 15-17 YO

Caol Ila unpeated 12 Yo Islay single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - Cask Strength 57%+ - 12 YO

Cardhu 12 Yo single Maltdiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

Cragganmore 12 Yo single Maltdiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

singleton of dufftown 12 Yo single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

singleton of glen ord 12 Yo single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

singleton of dufftown 15 Yo single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 15 YO

singleton of glen ord 15 Yo single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 15 YO

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Cragganmore distillers Editiondiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 12-13 YO

singleton of glendullan 12 Yo single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 12-13 YO

Cragganmore 21 Yo single Malt scotch Whiskydiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Strength 55%+ - 21 YO

Cardhu special Cask reservediageo PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - No Age Stated

glen Moray 12 Yo single speyside Malt scotch Whiskyglen Moray distillery ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

glen Moray 16 Yo speyside Malt scotch Whiskyglen Moray distillery ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 16 YO

glen Moray 10 Yo Chardonnay Cask Matured single speyside Malt scotch Whisky

glen Moray distillery ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 10 YO

Connoisseur’s Choice Caol Ila single Malt scotch Whisky 1997

gordon & MacphailScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 12 YO

King robert II Blended scotch WhiskyIan Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Moffat springs Classic Blended scotch WhiskyIan Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Hedges & Butler Finest deluxe Blend scotch Whisky 12 Yo

Ian Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 12-13 YO

Moffat springs 15 Yo Premium Blended Malt scotch Whisky

Ian Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 15-17 YO

Hedges & Butler royal de luxe Blended scotch WhiskyIan Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

Moffat springs 12 Yo Blended Malt scotch WhiskyIan Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Pure Malt - 12 YO

glengoyne 10 Yo Highland single Malt scotch WhiskyIan Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 10 YO

asda 12 Yo Highland single Malt scotch WhiskyIan Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 12 YO

sainsbury’s taste The difference 12 Yo Highland single Malt scotch Whisky

Ian Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 12 YO

glengoyne 21 Yo Highland single Malt scotch WhiskyIan Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 21 YO

glengoyne 14 Yo limited Edition Highland single Malt scotch Whisky

Ian Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - 14 YO

glengoyne 17 Yo Highland single Malt scotch WhiskyIan Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - 16-17 YO

Marks and spencer Islay single Malt scotch WhiskyIan Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 12 YO

sainsbury’s taste The difference Islay single Malt scotch Whisky 12 Yo

Ian Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 12 YO

smokehead Islay single Malt scotch WhiskyIan Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - No Age stated

asda 12 Yo speyside single Malt scotch WhiskyIan Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

sainsbury’s taste The difference speyside single Malt scotch Whisky

Ian Macleod distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

Hankey Bannister Blended scotch Whisky 12 YoInternational BeverageScotch Whisky - Blended - 12 YO

Catto’s Blended scotch Whisky rare old scottishInternational BeverageScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Hankey Bannister Blended scotch Whisky originalInternational BeverageScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Hankey Bannister Blended scotch Whisky 21 YoInternational BeverageScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 21 YO

Balblair Highland single Malt scotch Whisky 2000International BeverageScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 10 YO

old Pulteney single Malt scotch Whisky 12 YoInternational BeverageScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 12 YO

Balblair Highland single Malt scotch Whisky 1989 vintage (2nd release)

International BeverageScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 21 YO

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old Pulteney aged 21 Years single Malt scotch WhiskyInternational BeverageScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 21 YO

anCnoc old highland single Malt scotch Whisky 16 YoInternational BeverageScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - 16-17 YO

old Pulteney WK209 single Malt scotch WhiskyInternational BeverageScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - No Age Stated

speyburn single Malt scotch Whisky 10 YoInternational BeverageScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 10 YO

The arran Malt 14 Year old single Malt scotch WhiskyIsle of arran distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - 14-16 YO

Buchanan’s red sealJames Buchanan & Co.Scotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Black & WhiteJames Buchanan & Co.Scotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 43% Vol

Buchanan’s 12 YoJames Buchanan & Co.Scotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 12-13 YO

dewar’s 12 Yo scotch WhiskyJohn dewar & sons ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - 12 YO

William lawson’s 12 Yo scottish goldJohn dewar & sons ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - 12 YO

dewar’s White labelJohn dewar & sons ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

aberfeldy 12 Yo single Highland MaltJohn dewar & sons ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 12 YO

Johnnie Walker Blue labelJohn Walker & sons limitedScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

J&B rareJusterini & Brooks ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

label 5 Classic Blackla MartiniquaiseScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Hunter’s glen old scotch Whisky 8 Yolidl uKScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 8 YO

glen orchy Pure Malt scotch Whiskylidl uKScotch Whisky - Pure Malt - No Age Stated

Ben Bracken single Malt Whisky 12 Yolidl uKScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

Matisse 12 Yo Blended scotch WhiskyMatisse spirits Company ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - 12 YO

Matisse 12 Yo Blended Malt scotch WhiskyMatisse spirits Company ltdScotch Whisky - Pure Malt - 12 YO

Matisse 15 Yo Highland single Malt scotch WhiskyMatisse spirits Company ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 15 YO

glen garioch 12 Years oldMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - 12 YO

glen garioch Founders reserveMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Strength 47%+ - No Age Stated

Bowmore 12 Yo Islay single Malt scotch WhiskyMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 12 YO

Bowmore Enigma 12 Yo Islay single Malt scotch WhiskyMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 12 YO

Bowmore 17 Yo Islay single Malt scotch WhiskyMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 15-17 YO

Bowmore Mariner 15 Yo Islay single Malt scotch WhiskyMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 15-17 YO

Bowmore distillers 18 Yo Islay single Malt scotch WhiskyMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 18 YO

Bowmore 25 YoMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 25 YO

Bowmore legendMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - No Age stated

Morrison Bowmore surf Islay single Malt scotch WhiskyMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - No Age stated

auchentoschan 12 Years old single Malt WhiskyMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Lowland - 12 YO

auchentoshan single Malt Whisky 21 YoMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Lowland - 18-21 YO

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auchentoshan valinch single Malt WhiskyMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Lowland - Cask Strength 57%+ - No Age Stated

auchentoshan Three Wood single Malt scoth WhiskyMorrison Bowmore distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Lowland - No Age Stated

Highland queenPicard vins et spiritueuxScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

James King Blended scotch Whisky 12 Yoquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - 12 YO

James King Blended scotch Whisky 5 Yoquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - 5 YO

Hunter’s glen 8 Yo scotch Whiskyquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - 8 YO

James King Blended scotch Whisky 8 Yoquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - 8 YO

Charles House Blended scotch Whiskyquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

golden loch Blended scotch Whiskyquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Haddington House Blended scotch Whiskyquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Highland reserve Blended scotch Whiskyquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

James King Blended scotch Whiskyquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

scottish Collie Blended scotch Whiskyquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Ben Bracken Pure Malt scotch Whisky 12 Yoquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Pure Malt - 12 YO

Mount Keen scotch Whisky aged 12 Yearsscottish Independent distillers Co ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - 12 YO

Benriach Heart of speyside single Malt scotch WhiskyThe Benriach distilleryScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - No Age Stated

Kingdom Blended scotch Whisky 12 YoThe Edrington groupScotch Whisky - Blended - 12 YO

Kingdom Blended scotch Whisky 17 YoThe Edrington groupScotch Whisky - Blended - 17 YO

Cutty sark Blended scotch WhiskyThe Edrington groupScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Cutty sark 12 YoThe Edrington groupScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 12-13 YO

The Black grouseThe Edrington groupScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

The Macallan single Malt scotch Whisky 1824 Collection oscuro

The Edrington groupScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - No Age Stated

Highland Park single Malt scotch Whisky 12 YoThe Edrington groupScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - 12 YO

Highland Park single Malt scotch Whisky 21 YoThe Edrington groupScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - 21 YO

Highland Park single Malt scotch Whisky leif Eriksson release

The Edrington groupScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - No Age Stated

té Bheag unchilfiltered Connoisseurs’ Blended WhiskyThe gaelic WhiskiesScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

glendronach 12 Yo original single Malt scotch WhiskyThe glendronach distilleryScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - 12 YO

The glendronach grandeur 31 Yo single Malt scotch Whisky

The glendronach distilleryScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Strength - 31 YO

The glendronach 18 Yo allardice single Malt scotch Whisky

The glendronach distilleryScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 17-19 YO

Bailie nicol Jarvie 8 Yo scotch WhiskyThe glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Blended - 8 YO

James Martin’s 30 Yo scotch WhiskyThe glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 30 YO

glenmorangie quinta ruban 12 Yo single Malt scotch Whisky

The glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - 12 YO

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glenmoranige lasanta 12 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyThe glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - Cask Finish - 12 YO

ardberg 10 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyThe glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 10 YO

ardbeg Corryvreckan single Malt scotch WhiskyThe glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - Cask Strength 50-58% - No Age Stated

ardbeg Blasda single Malt scotch WhiskyThe glenmorangie CompanyScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - No Age stated

tomatin Highland single Malt 12 YoThe tomatin distillery Co ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 12 YO

tomatin Highland single Malt 18 YoThe tomatin distillery Co ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 18-19 YO

Black scott 12 Yotoorank distilleriesScotch Whisky - Blended - 12 YO

Black scotttoorank distilleriesScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

smooth gentleman 12 YoWemyss vintage Malt limitedScotch Whisky - Pure Malt - 12 YO

spice King 12 YoWemyss vintage Malt limitedScotch Whisky - Pure Malt - 12 YO

White HorseWhite Horse distillersScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

tesco Finest Blended scotch Whisky 12 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - 12 YO

asda Blended scotch WhiskyWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Co-op Finest Blend scotch WhiskyWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

tesco special reserve Blended scotch WhiskyWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Whyte & Mackay special BlendWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

glen orchy 8 Yo Pure Malt scotch WhiskyWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Pure Malt - 8 YO

Co-op Highland single Malt 12 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 12 YO

dalmore Highland single Malt 12 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 12 YO

tesco Highland single Malt 12 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 12 YO

dalmore Highland single Malt 15 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 15 YO

Fettercairn Highland single Malt 24 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 24-25 YO

dalmore Castle Highland single MaltWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - No Age Stated

dalmore Cigar reserve Highland single MaltWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - No Age Stated

dalmore Highland 1263 King alexander III single MaltWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - No Age Stated

Fettercairn Fior Highland single MaltWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - No Age Stated

Jura single Malt 10 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - 10 YO

Jura single Malt 16 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - 14-16 YO

Jura superstition single MaltWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islands - No Age Stated

tesco Islay single Malt 12 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - 12 YO

Ben Bracken 12 Yo single Malt scotch WhiskyWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

tesco speyside single Malt scotch Whisky 12 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 12 YO

Clan MacgregorWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

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grant’s Family reserveWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

Monkey shoulderWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended Malt - Speyside - No Age Stated

grant’s 12 YoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 12-13 YO

grant’s 18 YoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 18 YO

The Balvenie single Barrel 15 Yo single Malt scotch Whisky

William grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 15 YO

The Balvenie double Wood 12 YoWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 12-13 YO

The Balvenie Carribbean Cask 14 Yo single Malt scotch Whisky

William grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 14 YO

The Balvenie golden Cask aged 14 Yo single Malt scotch Whisky

William grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 14 YO

glenfiddich age of discoveryWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 17-19 YO

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Highland Black Whisky 8 Yoaldi stores ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - 8 YO

tomintoul speyside glenlivet single Malt Whisky Portwood Cask aged 12 Yo

angus dundee distillers PlcScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Finish - 12-13 YO

Black BottleBurn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

scottish leader supremeBurn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - No Age Stated

deanston 12 YoBurn stewart distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - 12 YO

Ballantine’s 12 YoChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Blended - 12 YO

aberlour a’Bunadh single MaltChivas BrothersScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Strength 47%+ - No Age Stated

Windsor 12 Yodiageo PlcScotch Whisky - Blended - 12 YO

glen Moray single speyside Malt scotch Whiskyglen Moray distillery ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - No Age Stated

Catto’s Blended scotch Whisky 12 YoInternational BeverageScotch Whisky - Deluxe Blend - 12-13 YO

speyburn Bradan orach Highland single Malt scotch Whisky

International BeverageScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - No Age Stated

Haig gold labelJohn Haig & CoScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 43% Vol

Kilchoman single Cask release 5 YoKilchoman distillery Co ltdScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Islay - Cask Strength 57%+ - 5 YO

lidl 18 Year old single speyside Malt Whiskylidl uKScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 17-18 YO

speyside single Malt scotch Whisky Fine aged 18 Yoquality spirits InternationalScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - 17-18 YO

Benriach Horizons 12 YoThe Benriach distilleryScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Speyside - Cask Strength 50% - 12 YO

Cutty sark originalThe Edrington groupScotch Whisky - Blended - No Age Stated - 40% Vol

tullibardine aged oak Editiontullibardine distilleryScotch Whisky - Single Malt - Highland - No Age Stated

Co-op Premium Blended scotch Whisky 5 YoWhyte & Mackay distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - 5 YO

grant’s sherry CaskWilliam grant & sons distillers ltdScotch Whisky - Blended - Cask Finish - No Age Stated