We currently offer a large range of whiskies from all over Scotland, the UK, Ireland, and even sometimes further afield.
(The whiskies on offer can be subject to changes and availability)
Ardbeg Wee Beastie 5yo - 47.4%
A feisty and unapologetically bold single malt, designed for those who crave the intense smoky character that defines Islay whisky. This youthful 5 year old expression from the legendary Ardbeg Distillery packs a punch, offering a raw and untamed taste of the island’s peaty spirit. Matured in a combination of ex-bourbon and Oloroso sherry casks, Wee Beastie balances its fiery peat with surprising complexity.
Ardbeg 10yo - 46%
Ardbeg 10 year old is a benchmark for Islay single malts, embodying over two centuries of tradition and innovation at the historic Ardbeg Distillery. The distillery's unique location, surrounded by Islay’s rugged shores and wild seas, shapes every aspect of Ardbeg’s character. Its use of malted barley dried over peat fires and maturation in carefully selected ex-bourbon casks contribute to the distinctive smoky intensity and balanced complexity of its whiskies. Ardbeg 10 year old was reintroduced in 2000, heralding a renaissance for the brand and quickly earning accolades as one of the finest Islay malts.
Ardbeg An Oa - 46.6%
Named after the Mull of Oa, a dramatic headland that shelters the distillery from the Atlantic storms, this whisky reflects both the power and finesse of Islay. An Oa is matured in a unique combination of Pedro Ximénez sherry, virgin oak, and ex-bourbon casks, expertly married in a bespoke gathering vat. This innovative approach creates a whisky that is rich, smoky, and full of character, yet remarkably smooth and rounded.
Ardbeg Uigeadail - 54.2%
Ardbeg Uigeadail, named after the mysterious loch that provides the distillery's water, is a quintessential expression of Islay’s bold spirit. Marrying the smoky intensity of Ardbeg's traditional ex-bourbon casks with the luxurious sweetness of ex-sherry casks, Uigeadail offers a multi-layered tasting experience. On the nose, expect waves of warm spices, dried fruits, and earthy peat smoke, leading to a palate of treacle, espresso, and dark chocolate.
Bruichladdich Port Charlotte 10yo Heavily Peated - 50%
Port Charlotte 10 year old is a heavily peated single malt from the Bruichladdich Distillery, embodying the bold spirit and smoky character of Islay. Named after the nearby village of Port Charlotte, this whisky represents the distillery’s dedication to producing complex, well-balanced peated malts with a deep connection to their island home. Crafted using 100% Scottish barley and aged for a decade in a combination of first-fill American whiskey casks, second-fill American whiskey casks, and second-fill French wine casks, it offers a rich and layered profile.
Caol Ila Distillers Edition - 43%
Caol Ila vintage Distillers Edition is double matured in Moscatel seasoned American oak casks, lending a sweet complexity to the powerful, coastal character.
Caol Ila The Whisky Trail 1999 Vintage - 43%
This limited release Islay single malt was laid to rest at the Caol Ila distillery in 1999 and bottled under The Whisky Trail label. Characterized by "bonfire on the beach" smoke, sea salt, and a lingering spiciness, the 1999 vintage Caol Ila is medium-bodied with a slightly spicy finish - a great session whisky.
Lagavulin 16yo - 43%
The Islay contribution to the 'Classic Malts' collection is profound, arid, and extraordinarily smoky. Lagavulin stands out as arguably the most intensely peaty whisky from Islay, not for the timid, yet it commands a zealous cult following among its admirers. The flagship 16 year old expression is renowned for its robust peat, smoke, and maritime aromas, leading into a nuanced symphony of nuttiness and subtle fruit notes.
Laphroaig 10yo - 40%
Laphroaig 10 year old stands out with its intensely smoky and iodine-rich profile, making it one of the most distinctive drams from Scotland. Famous for their medicinal-tasting malts, Laphroaig's classic 10-year-old expression exemplifies this style. Aged for a minimum of ten years in ex-bourbon barrels, Laphroaig 10 is renowned for its pronounced peaty flavour.
Laphroaig Lore - 48%
Laphroaig Lore was created by Distillery Manager John Campbell, reputed to be the richest expression ever produced by Laphroaig. This expression, which has become a permanent fixture in their range, pays homage to the time-honoured skills and knowledge passed down through generations at Laphroaig. For its maturation, Lore utilizes a diverse array of casks, including first-fill Sherry butts and quarter casks, a choice that contributes to its depth and complexity.
Talisker 10yo - 45.8%
Talisker 10 year old is a quintessential Island single malt, embodying the rugged charm and maritime heritage of its home on the Isle of Skye. This whisky, matured in American oak casks for a decade, captures the wild spirit of its coastal surrounding and develops a harmonious balance of sweetness, smoke, and spice, reflecting the distillery’s unique production methods and its connection to the sea.
Talisker Skye - 45.8%
An easy-drinking Talisker, taking the distillery's classically rugged character and softening it out by using refill and toasted American oak casks in the maturation process. Talisker Skye brings with it a well-rounded and sweet flavour profile packed with fresh citrus, sweet smoke, peppery spice and traditional Talisker maritime notes.
Talisker Port Ruighe - 45.8%
This is a no age statement Islay whisky that’s been finished in ruby port barrels. Released at a similar time to Talisker Storm, this expression takes the classic Isle of Skye malt and introduces elements of chocolate and fruit. Named after a nearby trading port, the Port Rhuighe is more approachable than the aforementioned Storm and is best enjoyed neat.
Tobermory Ledaig 10yo - 46.3%
A peaty whisky from Tobermory on the Isle of Mull, named after a previous incarnation of the distillery. Maritime and smoky, this rivals some of the Islay drams for power, and the 10 year old balances the intensity of youth with rounded, well-aged spirit.
Aberfedly 15yo Napa Valley Red Wine Cask - 45%
Part of Aberfeldy's Red Wine Cask Collection this is a 15 year old limited edition single malt from the Highland distillery. This bottling has been finished in cabernet sauvignon wine casks from the California's Napa Valley. Superbly rich in fruit and texture.
Blair Athol 12yo - 43%
Blair Athol 12 year old, a part of the esteemed Flora and Fauna range, is a fruity, herbal whisky that radiates with rich sherry influences. Dried apricots and treacle toffee notes are joined by minty herbs, vanilla, peppery spice and apple crumble that fill the palate and linger in the finish.
Glenfarclas 10yo - 40%
The Glenfarclas 10 year old is a classic Speyside single malt that is bright and approachable, making it an excellent introduction to the Glenfarclas style. This release delivers a beautifully crafted dram that embodies the heritage and mastery of one of Scotland's most celebrated distilleries.
Highland Park 12yo - 40%
The perfect introduction to Highland Park’s signature heathery peat smoke, the 12 year old is expertly matured in a selection of sherry-seasoned European and American oak casks, this exceptional whisky delivers a harmonious balance of rich spice, zesty citrus, and deep, smoky aromatics. As a cornerstone of the renowned Orcadian distillery’s core range, it received a striking new design in 2024, reflecting the timeless craftsmanship behind every bottle.
Inchmoan 12yo - 46%
The Inchmoan 12 year old, is a peated single malt from the Loch Lomond distillery. Created from the distillery’s swan neck and straight neck stills to create an unconventional peat character, it has matured in a combination of re-charred American oak and bourbon oak casks, it has vanilla spine with the peat notes.
Loch Lomond 12yo - 46%
The 12-year-old expression from Loch Lomond is said to display the signature style of this versatile Highland distillery. Using two types of column stills and three types of American oak casks (bourbon, refill and re-charred) from their own cooperage, the Loch Lomond 12 is a well-balanced single malt with a combination of sweet and savoury, accompanied by hints of peat and wood smoke.
Loch Lomond 18yo - 46%
Launched in 2020, this is an 18 year old single malt from the Loch Lomond distillery in the Scottish Highlands. Aged in a trio of American oak casks and bottled at 46%, this premium scotch whisky has a layered flavour profile that includes notes of apple, wood and a little smoke.
Macallan 12yo Double Cask - 40%
The Macallan 12 year old Double Cask is a well-balanced and complex single malt Scotch whisky that has been aged for a minimum of 12 years in two different types of oak casks. The first cask is made from sherry seasoned American oak, while the second cask is made from sherry seasoned European oak. The use of two different types of oak casks gives this whisky its distinctive flavour profile. American oak imparts sweet and creamy vanilla flavours, while the European oak casks add spicy and fruit notes.
Macallan Speymalt 2005 - 43%
A 2005 Macallan single malt from independent bottler Gordon & MacPhail that was bottled in 2019 as part of its Speymalt range. Aromas of toffee and banana fill the nose, complemented by notes of orange peel, black peppery, poached pears and milk chocolate throughout the palate and lingering in the finish.
Old Pulteney 12yo - 40%
Old Pulteney 12 year old is a classic Highland malt that draws inspiration from its rugged surroundings. Nicknamed 'the maritime malt' thanks to its seaside location and its town’s long fishing history, this single malt was matured entirely in ex-bourbon barrels. A pleasing salinity and freshness leads to notes of butterscotch, grapefruit peel, and a peppery warmth wrapped around peat smoke.
Aberlour 16yo - 40%
Aberlour is known for its deliciously sherried whiskies and the 16 year old expression is no exception. Double cask matured, meaning it’s been aged in both American oak and ex-sherry casks, this Speyside single malt is full-bodied and packed with flavour. There is plenty of sweetness and spice to enjoy here, with notes of honey, dark chocolate and a little pepper. A classic dram that remains popular.
Balvenie Doublewood 12yo - 40%
The Balvenie 12-Year-Old DoubleWood is an iconic Speyside single malt, known for its unique maturation process that adds complexity and depth to the whisky’s character. First released in 1993, this expression has become one of the most popular in Balvenie’s range, showcasing the distillery’s mastery of traditional craftsmanship and wood management. Matured for 12 years in two distinct types of wood, the whisky begins its life in ex-bourbon casks, where it develops soft, sweet vanilla notes. It is then transferred to Oloroso sherry casks for its finishing period, adding rich layers of dried fruit and spice. This dual maturation process is what gives DoubleWood its distinctive flavour profile, balancing sweetness with a complex, full-bodied richness.
Glenfiddich 12yo - 40%
This 12 year old uses the same water source that they used when the distillery first started making whisky back in 1887. Matured in a mixture of Oloroso & Bourbon casks made from American & European Oak - which results in a medley of nuanced soft flavours hiding inside this cracking whisky.
Glen Scotia Victoriana - 54.2%
Founded in 1832; The Glen Scotia distillery is one of the smallest Scotch whisky distilleries. This expression is the Cask strength entry to their range- Victoriana. Inspired by the classic Victorian style Campbeltown Malt Whisky, this is bottled at a punch 54.2% so expect a dram packed full with notes of citrus, dark berries and cocoa.
Springbank 10yo - 46%
Matured in a harmonious blend of 60% bourbon and 40% sherry casks, this 10 year old expression is renowned for its complexity and perfect balance from the first sip to the sweet, salty finish, and offers a robust and complex tasting experience.
Auchentoshan American Oak - 40%
This single malt Scotch whisky undergoes a meticulous triple distillation process before being aged exclusively in first fill American oak casks. The result is a light and radiant whisky, characterized by a core of luscious vanilla sweetness, making it an ideal choice for an aperitif. This whisky exemplifies the distillery's commitment to crafting smooth and accessible spirits, perfectly suited for initiating a dining experience or savouring on its own.
Auchentoshan Three Wood - 43%
This Lowland single malt from Auchentoshan presents a unique journey through its maturation in three distinct types of casks: Pedro Ximénez Sherry casks, which impart rich, sweet, and fruity notes; bourbon casks, offering a touch of vanilla, oak, and a hint of spice; and Oloroso Sherry casks, adding layers of complexity with their deep, nutty, and dark fruit character. The result of this diverse cask influence, combined with Auchentoshan's signature triple distillation process, is a whisky of remarkable smoothness, complexity, and depth. Each cask type contributes its own character, making this expression a beautifully balanced and multifaceted spirit that captures the essence of its Lowland heritage.
The Little Export Co Table Whisky - 43%
The Table Whisky is a single grain Scotch bottled by Port of Leith Distillery. It's a blend of whisky from Edinburgh neighbours North British, comprised of two-thirds virgin oak matured and one-third sherry cask. A good answer to the practice of table wine, it is delicious, reliable, and approachable, whilst the virgin oak adds a fresh, vibrant character and heightens the rich, vanilla notes of the grain.
Jameson Triple Distilled - 40%
The quintessential Irish blend, Jameson is a triple-distilled blended Irish whiskey, as versatile as it is smooth. Aged in oak casks for a minimum of 4 years to provide a perfect balance of spicy, nutty and vanilla notes with hints of sweet sherry.
Connemara Peated Single Malt - 40%
Connemara stands out as a pivotal peated Irish whiskey, heralding the modern revival of smoky Irish whiskeys and reminding enthusiasts that smokiness was once a characteristic trait of Irish whiskey. Drawing inspiration from historical Irish whiskies, particularly those produced in regions like Connemara, this whiskey pays homage to the tradition of using peat, or turf as it's commonly known in Ireland.
Blue Spot 7yo Single Pot Still - 59.1%
Blue Spot Irish whiskey, once a staple on shelves until its disappearance in the 1960s, has made a triumphant return. Presenting it as a triple-distilled, this exceptional offering is matured in a unique blend of bourbon, sherry, and Madeira casks, and is available at cask strength. It boasts an immense flavour profile and a pronounced pot still presence.
Yellow Spot 12yo Single Pot Still - 46%
he Yellow Spot is a single pot still Irish whiskey which has been matured in three types of casks: (American Bourbon, Spanish Sherry butts, and Spanish Malaga casks) to offer a sweet and moreish dram.
Red Spot 15yo Single Pot Still - 46%
The relaunched Red Spot is a 15 year old single pot still Irish whiskey, comprised of three different whiskeys aged separately then blended. One is matured in Oloroso sherry casks, one is aged in bourbon casks, and the final one is initially aged in bourbon casks before being finished in Marsala wine casks. This delivers a full-bodied, complex and characterful flavour, worthy of its colourful past.
Watt 12yo - 57.1%
A 2009 English Whisky Co. single malt from independent bottler Watt Whisky that was matured in a first-fill ex-bourbon barrel for 12 years, before being bottled in 2022. This offers flavours of smoke, dried apricots, and marzipan.
Penderyn Madeira Finish - 46%
Penderyn Single Malt Welsh Whisky is finished in Madeira casks to allow a soft but subtle complexity. Hand crafted to perfection, the unique distillation process at Penderyn Distillery produces a single malt whisky that is smooth, light in character and softly golden in colour.
Hakushu Distiller's Reserve - 43%
From the Hakushu distillery in the foothills of Mount Kaikomagatake comes their Distiller's Reserve single malt whisky, a no-age-statement expression, that captures the smoky, herbaceous characteristics of their whiskies. Both lightly-peated and heavily-peated malts were used for this complex and deeply enjoyable whisky from Suntory.
Kanosuke Single Malt - 48%
This Japanese whisky is made with a small portion of peated malt and is matured in ex-shochu, ex-sherry and American white oak casks. There are aromas of iced tea, lemon balm and banana on the nose, leading to candied ginger, cinnamon and honey on the palate.
Miyagikyo Nikka Coffey Malt - 45%
Nikka Coffey Malt is a distinctive and innovative Japanese whisky that pushes the boundaries of traditional whisky-making. Crafted at the renowned Miyagikyo Distillery, this expression is made entirely from malted barley but distilled using Nikka’s iconic Coffey stills. Typically reserved for grain whisky, the use of these column stills gives Coffey Malt its unique, rich, and creamy profile, setting it apart from conventional single malts. Matured in a combination of American oak casks, this whisky balances bold flavours with smooth complexity, embodying the meticulous craftsmanship and pioneering spirit for which Nikka is celebrated. It’s a must-try for enthusiasts seeking a unique expression of Japanese whisky-making innovation.
Duvel Distiller 2023 (Belgium) - 40%
This spirit is, de facto, a whisky, but cannot be called one, as the base beer from which it is brewed is not any old distillery mash, but is the iconic Duvel ale itself (and whiskies are not made from hopped mash – mash being the base beer from which whiskies are distilled).
So Duvel ale is fired in copper stills and then double distilled before aging in oak barrels specially selected for the occasion: ten years in bourbon and sherry casks followed by finishing in Sicilian Marsala barrels. The Marsala barrels add spicy aromas of vanilla and cloves to notes of cherry, apricot and raisin as well as, of course, hints of the original Duvel ale still evident after 10 years of aging. The attention to detail in the brewing, distilling and maturing even follows through into the packaging – the distinctive bottle being modelled on an inverted Duvel ‘tulip’ glass, its round bottom sits in a bespoke golden stand. Everything about this spirit is unique!
Stone and Foundry - Arrogant Bastard Whiskey (USA) - 48.5%
This brazenly bold whiskey was aged 4+ years in new charred oak barrels, born of the essence of Arrogant Bastard Ale.
Four Roses Kentucky Bourbon (USA) - 40%
Four Roses Bourbon boasts a unique recipe, blending 10 distinct recipes with the use of five yeast strains. This intricate blend results in the whiskey's signature mellow and creamy flavour. Ageing for at least five years, Four Roses Bourbon achieves a perfect balance. The result is a whiskey with notes of honey for sweetness, combined with hints of zest and subtle spice.
Buffalo Trace Kentucky Bourbon (USA) - 40%
Buffalo Trace Bourbon is a quintessential American whiskey, crafted at the legendary Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky. With a history dating back to 1775, the distillery is one of the oldest continually operating distilleries in the United States, even remaining operational during Prohibition for medicinal purposes. This flagship bourbon is made using a traditional mash bill of corn, rye, and malted barley, aged in new American oak barrels for a rich and well-rounded profile. It embodies the essence of Kentucky bourbon, combining heritage and quality in every bottle.
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