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Appleton 8 Year Reserve

From ‘cane to cocktail’ Appleton Estates has an innate ability to control their production processes from beginning to end which is perhaps why the brand has carved out a distinctive house style that has withstood the test of time. Appleton 8 Year Reserve, one of their flagship expressions offers excellent value for price point & provides new rum drinkers a soft entry way into the world of Jamaican funk.

Meikle Tòir – The Chinquapin One

Carefully crafted and cask-perfected at The GlenAllachie Distillery in Speyside, Meikle Toir – The Chinquapin One is named after the unique species of virgin oak used for maturation. While only 5 years old, it’s bursting with notes of vanilla, burnt toffee, nuttiness, florals and sweet smoke.

Ardbeg Spectacular

Ardbeg’s Fèis Ìle 2024 release, Ardbeg Spectacular, is the first time in the distillery’s history that their heavily peated whisky has been matured in Port wine casks then married with a classic ex-bourbon cask. TL;DR This expression has a combination of mint chocolate, salted caramel, […]

Traveller Whiskey

Traveller Whiskey, named after Chris Stapleton’s eponymous studio album, is a collaboration between the singer and Buffalo Trace distillery. After putting together over 50 blends, blend No. 40 was the chosen combination for this expression. TL;DR We would happily drink this if it was served […]

Angel’s Envy Rye

A rye like no other. If you’re not typically a fan of rye whisky this may just convert your views. However, beware, if you’re a fan of high-rye whiskies due to their spicy and green profile, this is not the rye for you. TL;DR This […]

Michter’s US*1 Kentucky Straight Rye

Quality over everything. Michter’s Distillery is focused on creating the best quality spirits, cost be damned which could precisely be why the Michter’s US*1 Straight Rye Whiskey is so balanced and ‘crushable’. As a single barrel release, each cask is carefully selected, offering a unique […]

Reifel Rye

Reifel Rye honours George H. Reifel, the legendary master distiller who was instrumental in establishing Alberta Distillers’ house style more than 75 years ago. TL;DR This spicy, fruit-forward rye is great value for price point. Review: Flavor Camp TeamPhoto: Andy Chan | @andychanmedia Flavor Camps Overall […]

Lot No. 40 Dark Oak

Lot 40 Dark Oak is a premium Canadian whisky known for its robust and complex flavour profile. Aged in new oak barrels, it boasts rich notes of smoky oak, spices, and a hint of sweetness, making it a surprising Canadian Whisky that punches far above […]