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Port X Whisky: The Dalmore releases three-bottle Vintage Port Collection<\/strong><\/p>\n In the year that The Dalmore<\/a>\u2019s legendary Master Distiller Richard Paterson celebrates his 50th year in the whisky industry, The Vintage Port Collection is the latest in a long line of ground-breaking releases from the iconic whisky producer.<\/p>\n Crafted using the finest aged Port pipes from renowned winemakers W&J Graham\u2019s, Paterson\u2019s unrivalled knowledge of the cask maturation process has been applied to full effect in creating a unique collection of port-finished vintages from 1996, 1998 and 2001.<\/p>\n Reflecting the pioneering heritage and artistry which has helped The Dalmore<\/a> define the luxury single malt category, The Dalmore<\/a> Vintage Port Collection is matured in American white oak ex-bourbon casks, creating a pristine canvas for Richard to create this uniquely finished collection.<\/p>\n Tawny Port pipes from Graham\u2019s vineyard in Douro, Portugal add the finishing touches to the collection, using pipes reserved exclusively for The Dalmore<\/a>. Graham\u2019s signature port palate perfectly matches the depth and quality of The Dalmore\u2019s complex new make spirit, enabling the spirit to be matured for longer in a greater variety of casks.<\/p>\n The collection\u2019s oldest expression is the 1996 Port Vintage. A whisky which is indulgent and smooth, it offers a palate of Gingerbread and passion fruit, with a finish of pineapple, marzipan and blood oranges.<\/p>\n The 1998 Port Vintage comprises a fruity palate of honeyed bananas, blueberries and grapes, with Damson plums and dark treacle providing a depth to the finish. The final member of the collection is the 2001 Port Vintage which offers a spicier aroma and a palate of morello cherries. A coffee finish is accompanied with hints of Turkish delight and figs.<\/p>\n The collection will be available to purchase from selected whisky retailers.<\/p>\n Richard Paterson, Master Distiller at The Dalmore<\/a> added: \u201cFor me, port and whisky complement each other perfectly, with port providing a fruitier palate to The Dalmore\u2019s deep and complex new make spirit. Being able to finish these new releases in pipes of Graham\u2019s port, which are some of the finest quality, during my anniversary year is incredibly exciting. I\u2019m delighted to be able to continue our founder\u2019s vision of creating new expressions that push the boundaries of what\u2019s possible in the luxury single malt category.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n Official Tasting Notes: Vintage 1996<\/em><\/strong> Official Tasting Notes: Vintage 1998<\/em><\/strong> Official Tasting Notes: Vintage 2001<\/em><\/strong> Scottish distilleries are welcoming more and more visitors<\/strong><\/p>\n Whisky tourism has enjoyed another boom year with more visitors than ever making the pilgrimage to Diageo\u2019s Scottish distilleries, according to new figures.<\/p>\n In the 12 months to June, the number of tourists visiting Diageo\u2019s 12 distillery visitor centres passed the 400,000 mark for the first time, with a total of 409,908 people visiting.<\/p>\n This continues a trend of consistent year-on-year growth in visitor numbers over the past decade, with the global drinks giant\u2019s Scottish distilleries now attracting more than double the number of people they did eight years ago. (read more)<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Auchentoshan unveils Bartenders’ Malt<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Auchentoshan has teamed up with bartenders to create a single malt for, you guessed it, bartenders.<\/p>\n The limited edition Bartenders\u2019 Malt<\/a><\/strong> is the first of its kind for the brand.<\/p>\n Every single element \u2013 from the selection of cask liquids to the packaging and branding of the expression \u2013 was controlled by the New Malt Order bartenders (below).<\/p>\n To familiarise you, the New Malt Order was a competition to hero bartending talent. Five countries were invited to create their own bitters using Auchentoshan new make spirit. The shortlist was judged by a panel in each country to identify the lucky 12.<\/p>\n The winning bartenders were invited to the home of Auchentoshan in Glasgow to meet the rest of the Order for a five-day immersion into the city and the brand.<\/p>\n After a crash course from the brand\u2019s master blender, the Malt Order set about creating its blend. (read more)<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Bunnahabhain releases 46-year-old expression<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Bunnahabhain Eich Bhana L\u00ecr<\/a> \u2013 meaning the great waves of the god L\u00ecr \u2013 was distilled in 1969 and spent its entire maturation period in second-fill oloroso Sherry butts in Bunnahabhain\u2019s warehouse number four.<\/p>\n Bottled at 41.8% abv, the expression is said to have a flavour of beeswax, candied orange, roasted nuts and Manuka honey. Just 198 bottles have been released at an RRP of \u00a35,000.<\/p>\n Bunnahabhain, owned by South African drinks group Distell, has also unveiled a further three limited edition whiskies, which will launch in the coming months. (read more)<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO PUT YOUR HANDS ON A BOTTLE \ud83d\ude2e<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n A new design for Douglas Laing’s Clan Denny<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n The new packaging coincides with the 70th<\/sup>\u00a0anniversary since Douglas McGibbon & Co \u2013 sister company to independent bottler Douglas Laing \u2013 was founded.<\/p>\n The ranges include nine Clan Denny<\/a> single malts bottled at 48% abv and five single grain whiskies bottled at 50% abv, including Auchentoshan 16 Years Old, Glengoyne 20 Years Old, Craigellachie 21 Years Old, Bowmore 15 Years Old and Port Dundas 28 Years Old.<\/p>\n The new bottle designs are available from specialist whisky retailers around the world. (read more)<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n The SMWS to explore new spirited horizons<\/strong><\/p>\n SMWS already occasionally releases other spirits \u2013\u00a0including Bourbon, Japanese whiskies and\u00a0Cognacs\u00a0\u2013 and the Society says more varieties will be introduced in due course.<\/p>\n The Single Cask Spirits collection will be presented in a new bottle with a grey label and \u201cdistinctive\u201d logo to set the line apart from the core Scotch offer.<\/p>\n In the same format as the Scotch releases, each Single Cask Spirit will be an exclusive bottling from one single cask or barrel. (read more)<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Bacardi buys minority stake in Teeling<\/strong><\/p>\n Teeling\u2019s portfolio of Irish whiskeys have been imported into the US since 2014, but from 1 September will be distributed in select US states by Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits,\u00a0formed following the merger of Southern Wine and Spirits of America and Glazer\u2019s in 2016 \u2013 Bacardi\u2019s transatlantic spirits division created to handle its portfolio of brands in the US.<\/p>\n Jack Teeling, founder and managing director, said: \u201cThe US market is by far the most important market for Irish whiskey and it is beginning to go through significant \u2018premiumisation\u2019.\u00a0Given the size of the opportunity, when a chance came up to partner with Bacardi through their new national distribution partnership and unique route-to-market model with Southern Glazer\u2019s, it was too good not to take.\u201d (read more)<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n ____________________________<\/p>\n Credits: The Spirits Business, Imbibe, Bar Magazine, The Drinks Business, WhiskySite.nl, scotchwhisky.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Port X Whisky: The Dalmore releases three-bottle Vintage Port Collection In the year that The Dalmore\u2019s legendary Master Distiller Richard Paterson celebrates his 50th year in the whisky industry, The Vintage Port Collection is the latest in a long line of ground-breaking releases from the iconic whisky producer. 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\nAroma: Blackcurrants, rich coffee beans and praline chocolate
\nPalate: Gingerbread, Damson plums and passion fruit
\nFinish: Caramelised pineapple, Sanguinello blood oranges and marzipan
\nABV: 45%
\nRRP: \u00a3450<\/p>\n
\nAroma: English marmalade, Satsuma plums, vanilla and blackcurrants
\nPalate: Honeyed bananas, blueberries and grape
\nFinish: Damson plums, dark treacle and Christstollen cake
\nABV: 44%
\nRRP: \u00a3200<\/p>\n
\nAroma: Exotic spices, cinnamon, raisins and tangerines dipped in chocolate
\nPalate: Caramelised peaches, freshly baked bread and Morello cherries
\nFinish: Turkish delight, figs and coffee
\nABV: 40%
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