Autumn ’23
Drinks of Note
Some interesting drinks to explore this season for those with varied tastes. We recommend approaching with an open mind—your palate will thank you.
Nocheluna Sotol
“Co-Founded by Lenny Kravitz, Nocheluna Sotol is made using wild-harvested Dasylirion from the Chihuahuan desert which is cooked in underground pits, and slowly fermented over 5-10 days before being double distilled.”
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Taste Notes
Harvested from 100% wild Sotol, Nocheluna has a fresh taste balanced with minerality and herbal notes of citrus, cacao and mint; a similar profile to lightly smoked Mezcal
LADY MACDUFF by Livingstone
“One of 12 noble malts chosen to portray The Thanes in William Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of Macbeth, Lady Macduff features artwork by Sir Quentin Blake who has reimagined this immortal cast of characters as birds, all rendered in his inimitable style.”
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TASTE NOTES
Linkwood 31 Year Old is fresh despite its age, floral with light fruits and a citrus edge.
Blue Label Elusive Umami by Johnnie Walker
“Inspired by one of the world’s most hard-to-define and alluring profiles; umami, this limited release is a partnership of two masters of their craft; whisky making with Master Blender Emma Walker and creative gastronomy, with Chef Kei Kobayashi.”
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TASTE NOTES
A balanced Blended Scotch whisky of sweet and savoury flavours, with notes of blood oranges and red berries with sweet wood spice, a touch of smoked meat, a hint of salt and pepper with a long, sweet fruit finish.
Westland 2014 Madeira Finish from Berry Bros & Rudd
“Part of the Berry Bros. & Rudd Collective #1: The Pioneers release, Westland has deservedly become the biggest name in American single malt, pioneering research in barley sustainability.”
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TASTE NOTES
The palate is notably thick, showing phenomenally firm structure with apricot jam, mango, brioche and fudge coating the mouth. Fruit and nut chocolate flavours linger on the finish with a moreish sensation.
16 Year Old 2023 by Fettercairn
“Finished in first fill ex-Port Pipes, this fourth edition Fettercairn 16 Year Old is a rich and indulgent interpretation of their house style.”
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TASTE NOTES
Flavours of seasonal blackberries and raspberries interweave with natural vanilla and caramel notes.
Spiced Botanical Rum by Warner’s
“The world’s first rum spiced by the dandelion, Warner’s harvest, dry and roast the root of the dandelion to give this 100% natural botanical rum its British spice.”
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TASTE NOTES
Fresh orange and grapefruit erupting from the glass with aromas of sponge pudding. A soft and creamy sweetness amongst many layers of flavours, followed by a toasty, earthy finish.
A Tale of Tokyo by Glenmorangie
“Inspired to capture Tokyo’s many sensory dimensions, experimenting with rare Japanese Mizunara oak casks for the first time.”
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TASTE NOTES
Notes of pepper with bitter cherries and mouth-watering orange zest with incense and sweet oak – a unique and complex flavour profile resulting from the recipe of Mizunara oak, Bourbon and Sherry casks.
Single Estate Series 23_01 by Mount Gay
“A new annual release, one Mount Gay Single Estate Edition will be launched each year to celebrate Barbados, the birthplace of rum.”
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TASTE NOTES
A floral profile, with soft vanilla tones throughout. Notes of honey and hibiscus, precede suggestions of juicy guava and pear.
30 Year Old Suspended Time by Glenfiddich
“A moment in time captured and matured in a combination of European & American oak. A special release as part of the Time Re:Imagined series.”
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TASTE NOTES
Deep, woody flavours interlaced with delicate floral accents, in a complex combination.
* Bonus Addition *
Cask Curation Series — The Sherry Edition by The Dalmore
“The first release in a series celebrating The Dalmore’s whisky making artistry, The Sherry Edition showcase the beauty and character of The Dalmore Single Malt, finished i rare and exclusive González Byass casks. The edition is limited to just 150 sets worldwide, and comes presented in a bespoke Saffiano leather-finished travel case, hand-crafted in Florence.”
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THE WHISKY
The 26 Year Old, finished in vintage González Byass 2002 Oloroso Sherry Cask
The 28 Year Old, finished in very rare González Byass 30 Year Old Matusalem Sherry Cask
The 43 Year Old, finished in very rare González Byass 30 Year Old Apostoles Sherry Cask
