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30 January 2013
29 January 2013
Big Bottom– Warehouse Series American Straight Bourbon Whiskey Single Barrel Cask Strength, Single Barrel
28 January 2013
The Glenrothes– Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
23 January 2013
Famed American Whiskey Brand Releases Soon-To-Be Coveted Bulleit® 10
LAWRENCEBURG, Ky., Jan. 23, 2013 /jm/ -- As the renaissance of American whiskey endures, the category continues to expand and diversify. Perhaps no other bourbon has captured the palates of whiskey enthusiasts and the imagination of mixologists quite like Bulleit® Bourbon. With an undeterred passion for excellent whiskey, Tom Bulleit , founder of one of America's fastest growing small batch whiskies, officially announced today the availability of his selected reserve – Bulleit® 10 Years Old.
Aged in charred American white oak, a select number of Bulleit® Bourbon barrels were set aside to age for ten years to see how the already award-winning bourbon would develop. Bulleit® distillers were thrilled to find that the additional years resulted in a special expression of Bulleit® Bourbon that provides a rich, deep, incredibly smooth sipping experience that maintains the inherent character and high rye content for which the Bulleit® brand is best known.
"I may be biased, but I think Bulleit® Bourbon is incredible at its traditional age of five to eight years," said Tom Bulleit , "but it's exciting to see what happened to a select number of barrels aged a little longer. The result was a special expression of our family's bourbon that exceeded our expectations and we knew we had to bottle it and share it with our loyal fans."
Balanced, rich and complex with delicate floral notes which have been rounded through the extra years within the barrels, Bulleit® 10 is russet in color with rich oaky aromas and hints of vanilla and dried fruit. At 91.2 proof (45.6% ABV), the newest addition to the brand's portfolio of products possesses an exceptionally smoky and smooth finish.
Much like Bulleit® Bourbon and Rye, Bulleit 10 is showcased in the iconic frontier-inspired bottle with a beige label that prominently showcases the liquid's age. In addition, Bulleit® 10 is housed within a premium box display that creatively outlines the Bulleit family story and Tom's inspiration for fine bourbon.
"Bulleit® 10 is a very limited and special opportunity to responsibly enjoy the bourbon in a refined expression," Bulleit continued. "We are eager to see its receptivity and are making it available for as long as the supply lasts."
Bulleit® 10 is available nationwide for a suggested retail price of $44.99 for a 750 ml bottle. Please visit www.BulleitBourbon.com or www.Facebook.com/Bulleit to learn more and remember to always drink responsibly.
22 January 2013
21 January 2013
Gordon & MacPhail–Connoisseurs Choice Bladnoch Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 18 Years Old
Gordon & MacPhail–Connoisseurs Choice Bladnoch Single Malt Scotch Whisky, 18 Years Old – 43% ABV, 750 ml.
Glenmorangie Tees Off Relationship With World Golf Hall Of Fame Icon Sir Nick Faldo
NEW YORK, Jan. 21, 2013 /jm/ -- Glenmorangie, Scotland's favorite single malt Scotch whisky, announced a one-year association with legendary golfer Sir Nick Faldo today. With career highlights including six major championship wins, eleven consecutive Ryder Cup appearances and 98 weeks spent at the top of the rankings as the world's No. 1 golfer, Sir Nick Faldo is widely regarded as the most successful British golfer in history and of course in the UK. Sir Nick Faldo was knighted in 2009.
"This partnership recognizes the exceptional stature of Sir Nick Faldo and the leading role he has played in forging golf's global appeal and the influence that he continues to wield through his successful US and global broadcasting career," said Brian Cox , Vice President of Glenmorangie in the U.S. "Glenmorangie's 169-year legacy has been defined by an elite group of skilled craftsmen who created this 'unnecessarily well made' single malt Scotch whisky and Sir Nick embodies this commitment to perfection and we are honored to partner with him."
As Glenmorangie's new ambassador, Faldo will work closely with the brand throughout 2013, making guest appearances at consumer and trade events including Glenmorangie's presence as the official Spirit of the Open at the 2013 Open Championship at Muirfield, Scotland. Sir Nick will also collaborate in various CRM initiatives and the two parties will collaborate on a number of charitable initiatives.
"I am very proud to continue to work with Glenmorangie, which I have always regarded as the best single malt Scotch whisky and a leader in its field," said Faldo. Glenmorangie's relationship with Faldo is the brand's latest initiative to connect aficionados of premiere single malt Scotch whisky and golf.
Glenmorangie has leveraged its involvement with America's 27 million golfers to become the fastest growing single malt whisky in the U.S. for the third year in a row. Glenmorangie has also recently received tremendous industry accolades recognizing both its rising popularity but also its heritage and undisputed product excellence, including Scotch Whisky and Distillery of the Year from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2010, Wine Enthusiast's Distiller of the Year at the 2011 Wine Star Awards and in 2012 Glenmorangie was named a Hot Prospect brand by Impact, the highly respected industry source of reference.
Perhaps the greatest recent accolade has been the award of the prestigious title of "Distiller of the Year" this year from the International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) in London where Glenmorangie has consistently won more "Gold Best in Class" medals than any other single malt over the past six years.
About Glenmorangie
Glenmorangie originates in the Scottish Highlands where, at the Glenmorangie Distillery, it is distilled in the tallest malt whisky stills in Scotland, expertly matured in the finest oak casks, and perfected by the 16 Men of Tain. The distillery was founded in 1843 and is renowned as a pioneer in the whisky industry, uniting tradition with innovation. Glenmorangie was awarded the prestigious title of "Distiller of the Year" in 2011 by Wine Enthusiast and "Distillery of the Year" at the 2010 San Francisco World Spirits Competition,. Today, the company is one of the most renowned and innovative distillers and marketers of Scotch whisky brands worldwide and is part of Moet Hennessy , the wine and spirits division of Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH). Headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland, the company produces two main single malt brands – Glenmorangie Single Highland Malt Whisky and Ardbeg Single Islay Malt. Visit www.glenmorangie.com for additional information.
18 January 2013
Canadian Whisky Brings Home the Gold
VICTORIA, Jan. 18, 2013 /jm/ - Canadian whisky maker, John K. Hall makes the best whisky in Canada. That's the verdict of seven independent whisky experts who awarded Hall the coveted Canadian Whisky of the Year Award at the third annual Canadian Whisky Awards. Results of the annual blind tasting competition were announced Thursday evening at the Victoria Whisky Festival in Victoria, B.C.
Forty Creek Port Wood Reserve, a three-time winner, was also named Connoisseur Whisky of the Year in multiple markets, along with winning a gold medal. In announcing the awards, Chairman of the Judges, Davin de Kergommeaux , dubbed it "the best whisky yet from Forty Creek Distillery."
Other top winners included Gibson's Finest Rare 18 year old, and Canadian Rockies 21 year old.
The awards also recognized the 2012, flavoured whisky phenomenon. All of the major whisky makers have moved to address the growing demand for flavoured whiskies with Gibson's, Forty Creek, and Kruger Wine and Spirits being given particular mention.
Awards of Excellence were given to Kruger Wine and Spirits for Sortilège, Diageo for Crown Royal Maple, and Beam Inc. for Alberta Premium Dark Horse.
"What a year to be a whisky lover," said de Kergommeaux as he introduced the winners. "Canadian producers have really upped their game and we see the results here tonight." Canadian whisky sales were up four percent in 2012 and we've had double-digit growth in sales of high-end Canadian Connoisseur whiskies," de Kergommeaux continued, "The time has come to recognize the excellent quality of Canadian whisky."
A complete list of the winners is available at www.canadianwhisky.org
About the Canadian Whisky Awards
Each year the Canadian Whisky Awards recognize the very best Canadian whiskies and encourage distillers to maintain the highest standards for making whisky. To be eligible, whiskies must be distilled and matured in Canada. An independent panel of whisky writers, bloggers, and journalists selects the winners after blind tasting each whisky. Operated on a not-for-profit basis, the Canadian Whisky Awards are fully independent of the Canadian whisky industry.
17 January 2013
Cleveland–Black Reserve Bourbon Whiskey
15 January 2013
American Craft–Low Gap California Whiskey
Glenmorangie Introduces Ealanta -- A 1993 Single Malt Scotch Whisky Limited Edition with an American Twist
NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2013 /jm/ -- Glenmorangie is proud to announce the launch of Glenmorangie Ealanta, the latest addition to its award winning Private Edition range.
Scots Gaelic for "skilled and ingenious," Ealanta is a 19 Years Old Glenmorangie, matured exclusively in virgin American white oak casks from the Mark Twain National Forest in the Ozark Mountains of Missouri.
Glenmorangie is world renowned for its research into the effect of wood on whisky maturation. Dr. Bill Lumsden , the Company's Distilling and Whisky Creation Director, is a much awarded pioneer in this field.
Dr. Lumsden commented, "It's no secret in our industry that it's the 'wood that makes the whisky' and for many years my team and I have been carrying out detailed research in this area." Ealanta is an experiment dating from the early 1990s. The casks selected from oaks of the Mark Twain National Forest were absolutely top quality and were unusual in that they had not previously held any liquor, such as bourbon.
"The interaction of our elegant spirit from our very tall stills directly with this 'virgin' wood makes for many intriguing flavors," said Dr. Lumsden. "Using virgin oak casks that have been heavily toasted adds huge mouth-filling, buttery, creamy, vanilla flavors – somewhat like a creme brulee topped with almond and marzipan. This makes for a lovely rounded and complex expression of Glenmorangie. New wood also imparts a purity of flavor that I think many Glenmorangie aficionados will find an interesting divergence from our previous Private Edition releases."
Glenmorangie Ealanta has a soft toffee and butterscotch aroma, followed by vanilla and a curious strong hint of stewed fruits with a hallmark Glenmorangie top note of menthol.
On the palate, candied orange peel, sugar coated almonds and sweet vanilla are to the fore, wrapped in an unusual nuttiness reminiscent of Brazil nuts in toffee. The finish is long with virgin oak derived spices such as clove, ginger and a hint of aniseed.
"The superior quality of our whisky comes from the great yet unseen lengths that we go to in crafting our precious spirit. Traversing continents in search of the finest wood for our casks is a true illustration of our commitment to quality," said Brian Cox , Vice President of Glenmorangie, U.S. "Dr. Lumsden and his team's uncompromising attention to detail has produced an exceptional body of tastes that will surely please even the most ardent whisky connoisseur."
Glenmorangie Ealanta is bottled at a strength of 46% and is non chill-filtered for extra texture and mouth feel. It will be available in limited quantities as only 1,500 9l cases have been made available for the US market.
Glenmorangie Ealanta is the 2013 addition to the ongoing Private Edition range, comprising so far the highly sought after Sonnalta PX, Finealta and Artein. The Private Edition range consists of rare and interesting limited edition whiskies carefully selected from the 'cabinet of curiosities' of Dr. Bill Lumsden which are fast becoming collectors' items.
14 January 2013
The Perfect Pairing: Glenmorangie Expands Ambassadorship with Golf Legend Tony Jacklin
NEW YORK, Jan. 14, 2013 /jm/ -- Glenmorangie, Scotland's favorite single malt scotch whisky, today announced the expansion of World Hall of Fame golfer Tony Jacklin 's role from British to worldwide Brand Ambassador. In his new position, Jacklin will make guest appearances at events throughout the U.S. and continue to work closely with the brand on several initiatives.
Jacklin, whose illustrious career embodies Glenmorangie's commitment to perfection, is the most successful British golfer of his generation. He sparked a revival of golf among British youth and ended an 18-year wait for a British victor when he won The Open at Royal Lytham & St. Annes in 1969. Jacklin later served as the most successful European Ryder Cup captain, leading his men to the first European team victory in 28 years in 1985, and to their first-ever victory on American soil in 1987.
Since retiring from tournament play in 2004, Jacklin has become an esteemed golf course designer, developing signature courses worldwide. He notably co-designed with Jack Nicklaus a golf course in Florida called "The Concession" to commemorate the historic Ryder Cup tie after Nicklaus conceded Jacklin's two-foot putt on the18th green, halving the match in 1969.
"Tony's lifetime of tireless determination and pursuit of perfection mirrors the same intensity our craftsmen apply to creating our award-winning spirit. We are honored he is a part of our family," said Brian Cox , Vice President of Glenmorangie in the U.S.
"I am very proud to be working alongside Glenmorangie, which I have always regarded as a leader in its field," said Jacklin.
The fastest growing single malt whisky in the U.S., Glenmorangie has received tremendous accolades from the International Wine and Spirits Competition, the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Jim Murray 's Whisky Bible and Wine Enthusiast. Glenmorangie was named a Hot Prospect brand by Impact, the highly respected industry source of reference. Perhaps the greatest recent accolade has been the award of the prestigious title of "Distiller of the Year" this year from the International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) where Glenmorangie has consistently won more "Gold Best in Class" medals than any other single malt over the past six years.
Glenmorangie's relationship with Jacklin is the brand's latest initiative to connect aficionados of premium scotch whisky and golf. In 2012, the brand announced its three-year partnership with The Open Championship as the Official Whisky of the venerable major. Glenmorangie will become Official Spirit of The Open this year.
About Glenmorangie
Glenmorangie originates in the Scottish Highlands where, at the Glenmorangie Distillery, it is distilled in the tallest malt whisky stills in Scotland, expertly matured in the finest oak casks, and perfected by the 16 Men of Tain. The distillery was founded in 1843 and is renowned as a pioneer in the whisky industry, uniting tradition with innovation. Most recently, at the 2012 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Glenmorangie was awarded the prestigious title of 'Distillery of the Year'. Today, the company is one of the most renowned and innovative distillers and marketers of Scotch whisky brands worldwide and is part of Moet Hennessy , the wine and spirits division of Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH). Headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland, the company produces two main single malt brands – Glenmorangie Single Highland Malt Whisky and Ardbeg Single Islay Malt. Visit www.glenmorangie.com for additional information.
13 January 2013
12 January 2013
10 January 2013
Clan Denny–Single Cask Single Grain Scotch Whisky, Aged 25 Years
AD Rattray– Cask Collection 27 Year Old Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky
AD Rattray– Cask Collection 27 Year Old Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 51.2% ABV, 750 ml, 453 bottles, Speyside.
Buffalo Trace Distillery Welcomes Guests From Around The World And Online
FRANKFORT, Ky., Jan. 10, 2013 /jm/ -- Buffalo Trace Distillery kicks off 2013 with some exciting news to share: A record number of visitors toured the Trace in 2012, shattering the previous visitor record by 28 percent. And for whiskey fans that cannot tour the 225-year-old Distillery in person, Buffalo Trace has unveiled a new website at www.buffalotracedistillery.com.
The enhanced website features a new interactive map on its home page showing its expansive 130 acre complex, complete with several points of interest containing 360 degree views of the campus, as well as seven web cams that give a bird's eye view of areas such as the hand bottling halls, barrel dumping, the fermenters and the still house. There's even steam rising, a barrel rolling, and truck moving along the road to give as real of an experience as one can get without visiting here in person!
Delving into the website, visitors can watch videos of the distilling process, learn about distilling from Master Distiller Harlen Wheatley and hear Master Distiller Emeritus Elmer T. Lee talk about his 59+ years spent in the bourbon industry. There is also extensive information about the Distillery's bourbons, the four different tours offered and tour times, and the events and rental facilities.
"We're very excited about our progress we've made, both on the tourism side and the cyber side," says Meredith Moody , marketing services director. "We attribute our strong increase in visitors to the fact that we offer a great variety of tours, all complimentary. Our bourbons continue to win awards, and that also draws people here from around the world. Now with an updated website, which offers so much more information and interaction, visitors can feel like they took a tour from their living room!"
08 January 2013
Buffalo Trace Bourbon Turns Up The Volume With Third Annual Battle Of The Bands Contest
FRANKFORT, Ky., Jan. 8, 2013 /jm/ -- Buffalo Trace Bourbon Whiskey is proud to announce its third annual Battle of the Bands Contest, which kicked off January 1st. As with previous years, bands will be encouraged to upload their songs to the Buffalo Trace Saloon online jukebox and earn "Shots" (votes) from Saloon users. The contest can be accessed both in the Saloon and through Facebook.
For this year's contest, the grand prize winner will receive $10,000 - twice the amount of previous years. The ultimate winner will also be decided using a new format. The top vote getters of each month through August will receive $500 and a spot in the eight band finals taking place in September. Last year's grand prize winner was the country and southern rock outfit Buffalo Head from Indianapolis.
"We love whiskey and music," said Bourbon Brand Manager Kris Comstock . "We upped the grand prize and made it a winner-takes-all format in the final month. We're excited to see the monthly winners battle it out in the end and claim their spot at the top."
The Battle of the Bands music and contest details can be accessed at: http://www.buffalotracesaloon.com/battleofthebands, or on Facebook at http://apps.facebook.com/btbattleofthebands. Must be 21 years or older to enter.
About Buffalo Trace Distillery
Buffalo Trace Distillery is a family-owned company based in Frankfort, Franklin County, Kentucky. The Distillery's rich distilling tradition dates back to 1787 and includes such legends as E.H. Taylor, Jr. , George T. Stagg , Albert B. Blanton , Orville Schupp , and Elmer T. Lee . Buffalo Trace Distillery is a fully operational Distillery producing bourbon, rye and vodka on site and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Distillery has won seven distillery titles since 2000 from such notable publications as Whisky Magazine, Whisky Advocate Magazine and Wine Enthusiast Magazine. It was named Whisky Magazine 2010 World Icons of Whisky "Whisky Visitor Attraction of the Year." Buffalo Trace Distillery has also garnered more than 200 awards for its wide range of premium whiskies. To learn more about Buffalo Trace Distillery visit www.buffalotrace.com.
07 January 2013
Chivas Regal - Made for Gentlemen Series
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The tin features a stylish deconstruction of a handmade brogue, the modern gentleman’s wardrobe staple, and the highest quality embossing techniques. Supporting items from the Made For Gentlemen universe take a refreshing editorial approach, inspired by publications such as Mr Porter. This is a product for a truly global market, available in over sixty markets, and orders for the Chivas 12 Made for Gentlemen tin have already exceeded two million units, making it one of the brands most successful limited editions. The tin also scooped the top prize at the 2012 ‘Can of The Year’ awards.
James Slack, Global Brand Director for Chivas Regal, said: “We’re proud to have won many awards for the quality of our whiskies over the years and we’re delighted to have now been recognized by design industry experts for the quality and innovative style of our packaging.
“The Made For Gentlemen by Tim Little collaboration has really resonated with our customers resulting it being one of our most successful limited editions to date, so this award is further icing on the cake for all the team here at Chivas Regal.”
Glenmorangie Global Master Brand Ambassador David Blackmore Named 2013 Scotch Whisky Ambassador of the Year
NEW YORK, Jan. 7, 2013 /jm/ -- Glenmorangie, Scotland's favorite single malt Scotch, today announced its global master brand ambassador David Blackmore has been named 2013 Scotch whisky Ambassador of the Year by Whisky magazine. This marks the second year in a row Blackmore has been bestowed with the honor by this premier publication.
Blackmore leads Glenmorangie's single malt Scotch whisky education program in the U.S., hosting tastings and consumer-facing events across the country. Working with thousands of whisky novices and connoisseurs alike, Blackmore's initiatives have helped Glenmorangie become the fastest growing single malt whisky in the U.S. for the fourth consecutive year.
"David's passion for whisky education and ability to make the complexity of Glenmorangie accessible to others is unparalleled," said Brian Cox , Vice President of Glenmorangie in the U.S. "He is a consummate professional, and he has made teaching about whisky an art form. David is truly in a class of his own and we are honored he's been a part of our family for the last six years."
Blackmore is a native of Edinburgh, Scotland. He has honed his skills working alongside the famous Sixteen Men of Tain at The Glenmorangie Distillery and with the whisky creators at Ardbeg distillery.
Prior to his tenure at Glenmorangie, Blackmore spent three years at the Scotch Malt Whisky Society in Scotland and London. During this time, he chaired the prestigious "Tasting Panel," which is responsible for selecting casks for maturation.
The fastest growing single malt whisky in the U.S., Glenmorangie has received tremendous accolades from the International Wine and Spirits Competition, the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Jim Murray 's Whisky Bible and the Wine Enthusiast's Wine Star Awards. Over the last five years Glenmorangie has won more "Gold Best in Class" medals than any other single malt from the International Wine and Spirits Competition and was named Glenmorangie the 2012 Distiller of the Year.
About Glenmorangie
Glenmorangie originates in the Scottish Highlands where, at the Glenmorangie Distillery, it is distilled in the tallest malt whisky stills in Scotland, expertly matured in the finest oak casks, and perfected by the 16 Men of Tain. The distillery was founded in 1843 and is renowned as a pioneer in the whisky industry, uniting tradition with innovation. Most recently, at the 2010 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Glenmorangie was awarded the prestigious title of 'Distillery of the Year'. Today, the company is one of the most renowned and innovative distillers and marketers of Scotch whisky brands worldwide and is part of Moet Hennessy , the wine and spirits division of Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH). Headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland, the company produces two main single malt brands – Glenmorangie Single Highland Malt Whisky and Ardbeg Single Islay Malt. Visit www.glenmorangie.com for additional information.