A 2015 addition to the Finlaggan range, named Eilean Mor (those of you that know about Islay's geography will be familiar with that name). This expression has been bottled at a slightly higher strength than other Finlaggan release (not including the Cask Strength, of course). The whisky comes from an undisclosed distillery on Islay - it's a closely guarded secret as to which one...
TASTING NOTES
NOSE Smokey, peaty/turfy, a bit of iodine and tar notes.
PALATE Well-peated and rather intense. Spicy hints of black pepper.
FINISH A long finish of drying peat smoke.
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In the whisky that made Cu Bocan's name, light smoke intertwines with rich citrus and exotic spices. Subtly smoky, surprisingly sweet, it opens up the world of lightly peated whisky.
~ Award : Winner of the 2023 World Spirit Competition in San Francisco (Double Gold)
Casks
Bourbon
Oloroso Sherry
North American Virgin Oak
Crafted with care, the 8-15 year rare dark rum blend speaks the truth as a Caribbean rum, remaining uncompromised. No added sugars, caramel, or colorants; no cold filtration; and completely gluten-free. It proudly lists its origins as Ports of Call, ensuring transparency in every sip.
Xibal Equinox is a special edition of Xibal Gin, with a combination of the characteristic products that are grown during the equinox, such as grapefruit and guava, in addition to the characteristic Xibal ingredients within them that we can mention: Orange, lemon, cardamom and pericon.
Award: Gin of the Year 2023 Silver Medal.
For centuries the stormy waters of the Atlantic Ocean has not only shaped the character of the people of Islay but also the character of their famous whiskies. In many ways this fine malt mirrors the character of Islay people – strong yet gentle, warm yet mellow, but with a maturity beyond its years. Robust peaty, with that unmistakable breath of the seashore,
The apples are mixed, crushed and pressed. The apple juice is fermented right out to give cider to be distilled. Double distillation is carried out 6 months after the fermentation has taken place. The first distillation gives the "petite eau" at 30% by volume and it is the second distillation, that of the "petite eau" which gives the Calvados.Aging: Six years minimum. In toasted 400 L oak barrels, 25% of which are new.
Crafted by the Breton distillery Warenghem and selected by Swell de Spirits, this whisky from the prestigious Wild Series range promises an extraordinary sensory experience. Distilled in 2014 and aged in a single first-fill Oloroso “Butt” cask, it reveals exceptional aromatic richness. Bottled at a natural strength of 59.6%, this non-chill-filtered single malt is a true ode to the art of sherry cask maturation. Limited to only 820 bottles, this rare edition will delight lovers of complex and powerful whiskies.
For their Merlet VSOP Cognac, Gilles and his sons selected and blended eaux-de-vie from different regions of the cognac appellation, to ensure consistent quality. The eaux-de-vie were aged for at least four years. Most of the Cognacs selected for this blend are from Fins Bois ‘crus’, famed for their fruitiness and their capacity to mature fast when barrel-aged.
With a mash bill of 51% corn and 49% millet, KOVAL Bourbon offers a drinking experience that is balanced, approachable, and unparalleled. The unusual grain combination provides notes of mango chutney and vanilla on the palate, with a peppery caramel finish.