THE SINGLE MALTS

SCOTCH WHISKY REGIONS ISLANDS (ISLAY & SKYE): PEATY & MARITIME • Sitting amongst the Inner Hebridean Scottish Isles, are the malt whisky producing islands of Islay and Skye. Rugged, windswept and barren, the island landscapes generally produce single malt whiskies with strong peaty, maritime aromas. HIGHLANDS: SMOOTH & FLORAL • One of the most scenic regions in Scotland, this land of rugged peaks is geographically the largest of the whisky-producing regions. It covers three major areas and a variety of warm, rounded single malt whiskies: SPEYSIDE: FRUITY & DELICATE • Over half of Scotland’s malt whisky distilleries can be found within this one region. Speyside – the lush, fertile valley of the River Spey - is undoubtedly the heart of single malt whisky distilling in Scotland. LOWLANDS: LIGHT & FRESH • The terrain of the Lowlands is characterised by rolling fields which are ideally suited to growing grain for whisky. The softer landscape is mirrored in the region’s single malts which tend to be lighter in both colour and body, than those of the Highlands.

ISLANDS (ISLAY & SKYE) Peaty & Maritime

Caol Ila - 12 Years Old Nestled in a hidden cove near Port Askaig, the Caola Ila (pronounced “Cull Eela”) means “sound of Islay” is the most hidden away Malt Whisky on Scotland's most famous Whisky Island. Unique and distinctive Islay smokiness makes Coal Ila a reference for connoisseurs of Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky the world over. It is considered by experts to be the perfect entry point into the world of peaty malt whiskies.

ISLANDS (ISLAY & SKYE) Peaty & Maritime

Lagavulin - 16 Years Old Lagavulin is the biggest, richest and most intensely flavoured of our Islay Single Malt Scotch Whiskies.

There's nothing rushed about Islay, nor is there about Lagavulin™; before being bottled, the malt spends sixteen unhurried years maturing in oak casks. This ensures that Lagavulin develops all of its long, rich, peaty character. Palate: A rich, dried fruit sweetness with clouds of smoke and strong, barley-malt flavours, warming and intense. At the back of the mouth is an explosion of peppery smoke.

ISLANDS (ISLAY & SKYE) Peaty & Maritime

Talisker - 10 Years Old Talisker is the only Single Malt Scotch Whisky made by the sea on the shores of the Isle of Skye, one of the most remote, rugged, yet beautiful landscapes in Scotland. Few whiskies tell the story of their origin better than Talisker. Its smell and taste instantly connect the drinker with the rugged environment – like a warm welcome from a wild sea. It’s a powerhouse; challenging but adored; once discovered rarely left. Palate: A rich dried-fruit sweetness with clouds of smoke and strong barley-malt flavours, warming and intense. Peppery at the back of the mouth.

ISLANDS (ISLAY & SKYE) Peaty & Maritime

Talisker Storm Talisker Storm offers the drinker Talisker’s full maritime majesty, all unfettered elemental power and confidence. Palate: Mellow and rich, then very spicy: a pure, tongue-coating sweetness joins a nutty smokiness to embrace those spicier notes

ISLANDS (ISLAY & SKYE) Peaty & Maritime

Talisker - 18 Years Old An award-winning whisky with wonderful sweetness and warmth, intertwined with just a thread of smoke. Rich and soft but still assertive. Palate: Sweet in front, then more assertive, with a whiff of smoke. The overall effect is warming. The development is towards smoke, coal-tar and toffee.

ISLANDS (ISLAY & SKYE) Peaty & Maritime

Talisker - 25 Years Old Delicious, appetisingly dry and fully mature. This beautifully orchestrated variation of Talisker has a lingering finish which cannot outstay its welcome. Palate: At bottled strength, a gentle start, immediately building in intensity. Slow and sweet, then kicks in peppery and hot, with significant balancing bitterness and salt, and a little smoke.

ISLANDS (ISLAY & SKYE) Peaty & Maritime

Ardbeg - 10 Years Old Revered around the world as the peatiest, smokiest, most complex single malt of them all. Yet it does not flaunt the peat; rather it gives way to the natural sweetness of the malt to produce a whisky of perfect balance. Palate: An explosion of crackling peat sets off millions of flavour explosions on the tongue: peat effervesces with tangy lemon and lime juice, black pepper pops with sizzling cinnamon-spiced toffee. This is followed with smooth buttermilk, ripe bananas and currants. Smoke gradually wells up on the palate bringing a mouthful of warm creamy cappuccino and toasted marshmallows. As the taste lengthens and deepens, dry espresso, liquorice root and tarry smoke develop coating the palate with chewy peat oils.

ISLANDS (ISLAY & SKYE) Peaty & Maritime

Ardbeg Uigeadail In 2009, Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible named Ardbeg Uigeadail ‘World Whisky of the Year’ – in praise of its “utter silky brilliance” and “complexity on a level only a handful of distilleries in the world can even dream of reaching.” Palate: Full Flavoured and rich with a deep mouth-coating texture, the taste is an intriguing balance between sweet, spicy and deep smoky flavours. The flavour is initially sweet as Christmas cake. A burst of winter spices sets off a smoky-spicy explosion countered by a sumptuous mid-palate of honey glazed smoked food and chewy treacle. Waves of deep smoky tones and rich aromas build up on the palate like a fine Montecristo cigar.

ISLANDS (ISLAY & SKYE) Peaty & Maritime

Ardbeg Corryvreckan Corryvreckan takes its name from the famous whirlpool that lies to the north of Islay, where only the bravest souls dare to venture. Swirling aromas and torrents of deep, peaty, peppery taste lurk beneath the surface of this beautifully balanced dram. Like the whirlpool itself, Corryvreckan is not for the faint-hearted! Palate: The first plunge brings forth chewy peppered steak soaked in pepper sauce with the tang of crispy seaweed. As you descend deeper, encounter a mouthful of black tarry espresso coffee that coats the palate with rich melted dark fruits (blackcurrants, blueberries and cherries) and bitter almonds. As the taste soaks in deeper, star anise and hickory dry out the palate before a surprise of chalky effervescent violets fizz to the surface.

SPEYSIDE Fruity & Delicate

Cardhu - 12 Years Old One of the first legal distilleries on Speyside and the first distillery of John Walker & Sons, now the spiritual home of Johnnie Walker. Enticing and silky smooth, this is the quintessential Cardhu. Glowing with notes of golden honey and delicate, fruity character. Palate: Well balanced, smooth mouth-feel; sweet and fresh, then drying. Moorish. Enjoyable with a little water or ice.

SPEYSIDE Fruity & Delicate

Cardhu - 15 Years Old An elegant Cardhu that takes time to reveal its delicate, fruity and rich character, repaying a little thoughtful contemplation. Palate: Slow to venture forth and quite viscous straight. Cooling, then peppery and slightly charred.

SPEYSIDE Fruity & Delicate

Cardhu - 18 Years Old Quietly assured and extra-mature, this is a whisky that opens slowly with real finesse to reveal an exquisite structure appealing to the connoisseur: rich in body, yet still full of delicate Cardhu character. Palate: Smooth and sweet taste, unctuous, yet with light and lively acidity.

SPEYSIDE Fruity & Delicate

Cragganmore - 12 Years Old Established in 1869 by John Smith. Known as the most revered distiller in 19th Century Scotland, he was a huge man, a pioneering ‘heavyweight’ of the whisky trade in every sense. Smith designed Cragganmore distillery around a unique flat-topped still to deliver complex aromas and flavours, so it’s a true ‘Designer Malt’. Cragganmore is known as one of Speyside’s best and most complex Malt Whiskies. Palate: A strong malty taste with hints of sweet wood smoke and sandalwood.

SPEYSIDE Fruity & Delicate

Knockando - 12 Years Old In each bottle you will only ever find the produce of one single Season – a practice which continues to distinguish Knockando from almost all other single malts. Especially delicate, fruity and subtle Speyside: Smooth but complex layers of flowery, nutty and slightly smoky notes. Palate: Light mouthfeel, pleasantly sweet, central palate. Drying lightly with a trace of acidity.

SPEYSIDE Fruity & Delicate

Glen Elgin - 12 Years Old Founded at the end of the whisky boom in 1898, it was built and designed by the notable distillery architect Charles Doig of Elgin. Tangerine fruitiness is the hand-crafted Glen Elgin’s “signature”, born of long and precise fermentation. An easily accessible single malt with Speyside fruit and sweetness. Palate: Pleasant mouthfeel; sweetish, then dryish, with some acidity between; all well balanced.

SPEYSIDE Fruity & Delicate

The Singleton Of Dufftown - 12 Years Old Built during the reign of Queen Victoria and though the traditional methods, centuries of craft and ancient water source remain. Dufftown – the smoothest of the family of three – is on a mission to create new, great tasting Single Malt Scotch Whiskies that burst with flavour. Palate: Fresh, spicy then soft and pleasantly sweet throughout. Fruity with citrus and raisins, then vanilla and a hint of honey with just a trace of wood.

SPEYSIDE Fruity & Delicate

Mortlach Rare Old Established in 1823, an age of great achievement in the world of whisky, Mortlach distillery was the first legal distillery in Dufftown and it has long continued to set the standard. To this day, the unique liquid owes much to the brave vision of its greatest owners – George Cowie and his son Dr. Alexander Mitchell Cowie. A complex and bold expression with the exquisite balance of sweetness and dryness for which the distillery is renowned. Palate: Stunning. Sweet, tongue-coating and fiery, then chewy on the mid-palate; gingery and tangy too, dense orchard fruits alongside a light gaminess.

SPEYSIDE Fruity & Delicate

Mortlach - 18 Years Old A very compelling, moreish and appetising Mortlach for those who like their whiskies robust; best enjoyed straight. Palate: Cautious and creamy at first, with flashes of intense sweetness before an espresso coffee note develops. This is Mortlach at its most robust.

SPEYSIDE Fruity & Delicate

Mortlach - 25 Years Old A multi-faceted Mortlach that is all full-strength, fullon impact, with an intriguing mix of elegance and power. A big and chewy dram with high complexity, mixing roasting spices and an almost animal intensity with dense layers of decadent sweetness. Palate: A burst of plummy fruit fools you into thinking it will get sweeter, but instead it develops into deep, rich, darkly malty notes then grows herbal.

LOWLANDS Light & Fresh

Glenkinchie - 12 Years Old Glenkinchie is just fifteen miles from the capital, earning it the title “The Edinburgh Malt”. But it’s strange to think of that dark and distinguished city when you see fields of barley or the green Lammermuir Hills rolling north towards the Firth of Forth. Stranger still when you taste the subtle, floral flavour of this rare Lowland survivor. Palate: Sweet, soft start becoming flowery. Crisp midpalate then butter icing, lemon cheesecake and freesias.

HIGHLANDS Smooth & Floral

Oban - 14 Years Old Whether you are new to whisky or passionate about single malts, you're in the right place. We are the official home of over 27 carefully selected classic single malts and our aim is to help you navigate the complex but exciting world of Scotch whisky. One of Scotland’s oldest and smallest distilleries, Oban was built in 1794; The West Highland port city of the same name has grown around it. The rich flavour of Oban comes from being made in two small stills and slowcooled in tubs outside to maximise depth of flavour. Palate: Mouth-filling late autumn fruits - dried figs and honey-sweet spices; followed by a smoky malty dryness.

HIGHLANDS Smooth & Floral

Oban Distillers Edition Importers and entrepreneurs, the founders of Oban distillery would have approved of the Spanish influence brought to bear with this edition’s second maturation in Montilla Fino cask wood finish. Palate: Most explosive Oban ever. Soft malt then wave upon wave of delicate yet rich fruit notes on a tide of brine.

HIGHLANDS Smooth & Floral

Dalwhinnie - 15 Years Old Made in the highest working distillery in Scotland at an altitude of 1,173 feet with stream water that flows from mountain lochs. Also one of the coldest inhabited places in Scotland, with a recorded average annual temperature of 6°C in 1994. Palate: Smooth, soft and lasting flavours of heather, honey sweetness and vanilla followed by deeper citrus-fruit flavours and hints of malted bread.

HIGHLANDS Smooth & Floral

Clynelish - 14 Years Old Clynelish is an anglicised version of the Gaelic for green pasture. And, though it’s a coastal whisky, this is fitting for a Scotch with sweet floral fragrances and verdant flavour notes. It’s a name with a long history, one that predates the distillery we know today, but which has adorned the labels of whisky bottles for two hundred years. You can almost taste the sea air in Clynelish, with its crisp, medium- bodied, mustard-fresh style. Although you won’t find Islay’s powerful smokiness here, there is just a trace if it lingering here. Palate: Pleasant creamy mouthfeel; maritime generally.

HIGHLANDS Smooth & Floral

Glenmorangie Original The original expression of our elegant, floral spirit and the real backbone of the Glenmorangie range. A ten-year-old single malt, Glenmorangie Original is produced by marrying the delicate spirit that emerges from Scotland's tallest stills, with first and second fill American white oak casks. Palate: First, vanilla is detected on the tongue before it ripples along the palate bringing a burst of flowery fruitiness.

HIGHLANDS Smooth & Floral

Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban The darkest and most intense whisky in the extra-matured range, Glenmorangie Quinta Ruban has spent 10 years maturing in American white oak casks, before being transferred into specially selected ruby port pipes from the Quintas or wine estates of Portugal. Mint chocolate and walnuts envelop the palate like velvet, laying the foundations for rose, Turkish delight and sweet Seville oranges.

HIGHLANDS Smooth & Floral

Glenmorangie Lasanta Elegant but full bodied this whisky has spent ten years maturing in American white oak ex-bourbon casks before being extra-matured for a further two years in Oloroso Sherry casks from Jerez in Spain.

Deliciously sweet sherry flavoured sultanas, orange segments, walnuts and butterscotch combine to create complex warm spices.

HIGHLANDS Smooth & Floral

Glenmorangie Nectar D’Or "Great to see French casks that actually complement a whisky - so rare! An exercise in outrageously good sweet-dry balancing“ Hand selected wine barriques from Sauternes: the most famous and ancient sweet wine growing region of France, that this whisky develops its rich, spicy and dessert-like flavours. Palate: Ginger, nutmeg and toasted almonds bring a deep, warming taste interwoven with a syrupy lemon meringue and honeycomb middle.

HIGHLANDS Smooth & Floral

Glenmorangie Extra Rare - 18 Years Old This 18 Years Old single malt Scotch whisky has spent fifteen years maturing in American white oak casks, approximately 30% is transferred into Spanish Oloroso casks to spend a further three years maturing. Then, when both elements have reached 18 years, we blend them back together to create a whisky with a rich bouquet and full, rounded flavour. For a whisky of this age this expression has maintained, thanks to our delicate floral spirit and fine Oloroso casks, an incredible degree of vibrancy where the raisiny sweetness of the sherry has been toned down by the nuttiness of the American oak.

HIGHLANDS Smooth & Floral

Glenmorangie Signet A fusion of unique and rare elements, and clouded in secrecy, Signet is the culmination of a lifetime's experience. A blend of our oldest whisky - distilled over thirty years ago when malting still occurred on site – and spirit matured in a selection of the world's finest casks, this undoubtedly is the richest whisky in our range. Of course, whilst the exact secrets of its production are known only to our whisky creators, we can tell you that Signet's melting sweetness and explosive spiciness is, at least in part, caused by our unique roasted 'chocolate' barley malt and the 'designer casks' made bespoke for Glenmorangie from American white oak.

HIGHLANDS Smooth & Floral

Glenmorangie - 25 Years Old The oldest Glenmorangie single malt that is regularly bottled. A brilliantly-made dram that lives up to the luxury of the Glenmorangie range. Big and full-flavoured. Deep forest fruits burst on the tongue with mouth-watering blackberries and redcurrants emerging with bramble jelly. Long and gentle, with warming spices.