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2016PremiumSpiritReleaseNovember 5

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Table of Contents

Prices are subject to change without notice. In the event of a change, the product description and display price in the liquor store will prevail. Some products may not be available on the release date due to late shipping and customs processing.

HIGHLAND SCOTCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3SPEYSIDE SCOTCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13ISLAY SCOTCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25ORKNEY ISLAND SCOTCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30OTHER REGIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34SINGLE GRAIN SCOTCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36BLENDED SCOTCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39IRISH WHISKEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41JAPANESE WHISKY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44INDIAN WHISKY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45FRENCH WHISKY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46WELSH WHISKY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47AMERICAN WHISKEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49BCLS SINGLE CASKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58CANADIAN WHISKY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62RUM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64TEQUILA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65LIQUEUR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66ARMAGNAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67COGNAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

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Welcome to the World of Premium Spirits

The 2016 Premium Spirit Release features a global selection of whiskies as well as a collection of other amazing spirits such as Armagnac, Cognac, Tequila and for a decadent treat, a whisky liqueur .

This year’s collection of premier spirits is an opportunity to explore the ever changing world of whisky and spirits . These unique products will appeal to both the enthusiast and the avid collector .

We have some extremely old and rare scotches this year, like the Macallan Lalique VI, a 65 year old, Bowmore 50 year old and the Balvenie 40 year old . There are extremely allocated and sought-after bourbons from Kentucky, as well as whiskies from Ireland, Wales, India and Canada .

There is also a large selection of single casks that were exclusively chosen for the BC Liquor Stores . These single casks were chosen for their exceptional quality and offer consumers a chance to have a truly unique product that will never be seen again .

The broadest selection of product will be featured at the 39th & Cambie Signature BC Liquor Store . Most products will be available at all Signature BC Liquor Stores . The rarest of the selection are available in limited quantities, so some bottle restrictions will apply . For more information visit www .bcliquorstores .com .

ADELE SHAWCategory ManagerBC LIQUOR STORES

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MACALLAN LALIQUE VI – 65 YEAR OLDThis release completes The Macallan’s Six Pillars Collection with a 65-year-old Scotch whisky, one of the oldest and rarest ever released by the distillery . In the line with the preceding five expressions in the Six Pillars range, The Macallan Lalique Peerless Spirit is bottled in a bespoke Lalique crystal decanter . The expression, which has been aged in ex-Sherry casks, is limited to just 450 individually numbered decanters .

Two American Oak Sherry casks were filled on November 1950, providing the perfect vessels to slowly mature this perfectly balanced, rich and multifaceted whisky . After decades of careful nurturing and maturation, this single malt is a celebration of the mastery embedded in The Macallan, a true testament to the skill of each and every one of Macallan’s craftsmen . The aromas are supremely balanced with comforting notes of honey dipped Madagascan vanilla pods, cinnamon and Moroccan dates . The palate is medium body with hints of cracked black pepper, clove and delicately toasted cocoa beans and the finish is very long and deeply satisfying with a rich flavour of honey and dark chocolate .

793828 1 bottle limit $43,500.00

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Highland Scotch

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MACALLAN MASTERS OF PHOTOGRAPHY 5 PURPLEThis limited edition whisky – only 1,000 have been created - is presented, along with one of the four iconic shots captured by Mario Testino, famed photographer, in a beautiful, glossy black case, designed in collaboration with Mario himself . The pièce de résistance is a secret compartment, released by pressing a button hidden under the bottle . It contains six miniatures from the six single casks that make up the limited edition whisky . Master Whisky Maker, Bob Dalgarno, selected six unique casks to craft this limited edition whisky, each one with its own definitive character, flavour and aroma which when brought together; create an outstanding single malt with unparalleled depth, darkness and diversity .404947 1 bottle limit $3,500.00

MACALLAN MASTERS OF PHOTOGRAPHY 5 RED377978 1 bottle limit $3,500.00

MACALLAN MASTERS OF PHOTOGRAPHY 5 YELLOW586891 1 bottle limit $3,500.00

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MACALLAN EDITION IIEdition No . 2 was developed in a close collaboration between Bob Dalgarno, The Macallan Master Whisky Maker, and the three Roca brothers, co-founders and chefs of El Celler de Can Roca (Spain), twice voted best restaurant in the world, holding 3 Michelin stars . Aroma: Treacle, ginger, toffee apples, rich fruit, layers of vanilla, tropical fruit, subtle fresh oak Palate: cracked black pepper, wood spice, cloves, chocolate, nuts, brown sugar, liquorice Finish: Medium-to-long and lingering .

958827 $159.99

MACALLAN 1987 CELEBRATION OF THE CASK BLACK GOLD MORRISON Carn Mor Black Gold 2016 Exclusive Cask Bottling for BC Liquor Stores distilled at Macallan distillery on April 13th, 1987 . This incredibly special whisky was matured for 29 years in a sherry hogshead cask . Single Cask Barrels are very unique as wood is a living material, maturation may vary considerably from one cask to another making the whisky from every cask unique and unrepeatable . This whisky has incredible layers of aromas including raisins, eucalyptus, treacle toffee and ripe bananas . The palate has sweet raisins covered in dark chocolate delivered with a melt in the mouth finish .

464263 2 bottle limit $1,399.00

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BRORA 37 YEAR OLDA limited edition, natural cask strength single malt with only 3000 individually numbered bottles produced .

“An old Special Releases favorite… matured in refill American oak hogsheads, it is the oldest Brora issued by Diageo to date… Leather, ginger, and stewed fruits on the nose, with smoky, dusty aromas . Lighter and fresher than previous veteran releases, with cooking apples, cinnamon, fudge, dried grass, and light peat on the palate . Sweet notes fade, leaving earthy, savory smoke in the long finish .”

93 points – Whisky Advocate 2016

874362 1 bottle limit $2,600.00

ANCNOC PEATY RASCAN“Fresh peat, walnut and raisin comprise the nose . Intriguing non-peated light smoke leads on the palate, but allows heathery sweetness to wield power . Then cocoa blindsides you in the end, but only briefly before relinquishing the finish to raisiny peat .”

95 points – Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2016

306522 1 bottle limit $119.99

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GLENDRONACH SINGLE CASK #4022 1995 SHERRY PUNCHEONPolished cherry wood to the eye, and soft ripe plums with a fantastic cedar wood edge on the nose . A dusting of cocoa and vanilla add a sweet rounded balance . Tastes like rich, sweet oak loaded with cinnamon and vanilla infused through ripe honey dew melon . An impacting ground barley note adds to the long finish .

277111 $320.00

GLENDRONACH 25 YEAR OLD GRANDEUR BATCH 007An elegant, vintage sherry style comprising of classic Mediterranean fruits, dark sun-dried raisins, dates and fig syrup infused with delicate chocolate fondant, roasted coffee and a dusting of ground almonds . A delightful combination of sophisticated warm oak spices, freshly-cut ginger and gentle waves of caramelised orange gives a vibrant crisp contrast to the traditional Highland sherry cask characteristics .

401463 $850.00

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GLENLIVET 25 YEAR OLD“Finished in first fill Oloroso Sherry casks . …Nutty, sassy, elegant but showing just a little smirk and attitude . Dried dates and cock-a-snook . Yet all within the walls of quiet reflection; …mouthfilling soft with fruit and malt in equal measures; the oils and spices border perfection; …some cocoa and butter cream …some of the passages here are lifetime memorable .”

93.5 points – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2016

450684 1 bottle limit $530.00

GLENDRONACH CASK STRENGTH BATCH 5

“Vanilla oak, thick nectar honey, and citrus fruit across the nose and tongue . Pronounced pineapple and mango on the palate are incredibly well balanced . The finish is complex with hints of ground spice, leather, butter cream and tropical fruits .”

Gold medal – World Whiskies Awards 2016

41251 $139.99

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OLD PULTENEY 17 YEAR OLD“ . . .One of the softest, most beautifully crafted deliveries in the whisky world . Absolutely faultless as it picks the most fabulous course among the honeyed vanilla and barley which is so delicate words simply cannot do justice; near perfect balance between the vanillas and delicate honeys . . .”

95 Points – Jim Murray’s Whiskey Bible 2016132480 $179.99

GLENMORANGIE MILSEAN“Nose… big vanilla oak kick…taste;… juicy barley goes on full salivating duty . Light spices pulse while a tangy marmalade (thick cut) ramps up the sharpness; the marmalade bitterness continues, but slowly morphs into a cocoa theme . Superb weight and pace to the development, helped by the malt being on standby at all times; a quite beautiful malt which goes out of its way to put the orangey in “morangie” .

94 Points – Jim Murray’s Whiskey Bible 2016

241976 1 bottle limit $144.99

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TEANINICH 1973 CELEBRATION OF THE CASK 40 YEAR OLD MORRISONThis is a remarkably rare opportunity to taste a single malt whisky from the Teaninich distillery at 40 years old . This whisky was distilled at the Teaninich distillery in Alness in the Scottish Highlands in 1973 and matured for its whole life in a sherry puncheon cask and is one of the oldest whiskies ever bottled by Carn Mor . Very light fino sherry notes, fresh green apples fresh mint, the palate is incredibly delicate with beautiful pineapple notes and a light grassy finish .

778613 1 bottle limit $1,050.00

OLD PULTENEY 21 YEAR OLD“If you had the formula to perfectly transform salt, citrus, the most delicate smoke imaginable, sharp barley, more gristy barley, light vanilla, cherry blossom, light hickory, liquorice, an the softest demerera sugar into the aroma of a whisky, you still wouldn’t quite be able to recreate this perfection . . .by far and away one of the great whiskies . . .absolutely exploding from glass and vitality, charisma and class .”

97.5 Points – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2016

72645 $249.99

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WOLFBURN SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKYFirst release from the newly revived distillery in Thurso . On the nose you’ll find fruit and malty aromas, with just a hint of peat . On the tongue, sweet and nutty flavours are present, which coat the palate to leave a very slight pleasant flavour of smoke . It is a joy to drink .

102996 $99.99

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BALVENIE 40 YEAR OLDTo create The Balvenie Forty, Malt Master David Stewart has skilfully married together small amounts of The Balvenie matured in 4 refill hogsheads and three sherry butts that have lain in our warehouses for at least forty years . Rich oak notes overlaid with baked apple, stewed fruits and soft leather on the nose . The addition of a little water releases sweet fruit notes and hints of vanilla . Silky texture delivers a beautifully mouth-coating sweetness and a spicy sensation of cloves, cinnamon and ginger . The flavour develops into a gentle oakiness with hints of dark chocolate, roasted almonds and sherried fruitiness . Rich, warming and slightly dry finish .

683623 1 bottle limit $9,500.00

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Speyside Scotch

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BALVENIE 21 YEAR OLD PORT WOOD“Chocolate marzipan with a soft sugar-plum centre… perfectly weighted: a rich tapestry of fruit and nut plus malt melts on the palate with a welter of drier, pithy, grape skin balancing the vanillas and barley oils; delicately dry with the vanilla and buttered fruitcake ensuring balance; what a magnificently improved malt…”

94.5 points – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2016

598573 $380.00

BALVENIE 30 YEAR OLD“…a real mixture of varied fruits . Again the smoke is apparent . . .big, full delivery first of …thick barley, then a gentle eruption of controlled, warming spices; …harmony remains; …rarely have I come across a bottling of a whisky of these advanced years which is so true to previous ones . Amazing .”

92 points – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2016

584607 $1,299.00

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BENRIACH 35 YEAR OLDProduced in the traditional style, this whisky is non-chill filtered and bottled at natural colour . Gleaming rich golden amber to the eye, and luscious tropical fruit salad syrup with a delicate ripped mint and chocolate black note on the nose; all warmed by a gentle toasted oak spice . A classic Speyside style combining waves of papaya and dried apricots with freshly-sawn oak spices, touches of golden syrup and distant milk chocolate which gently flow through the elegant long finish .

417634 1 bottle limit $1,150.00

BENRIACH AUTHENTICUS 25 YEAR OLD PEATED

“Bonfire smoke is the main thrust on the nose giving way to orange peel, rich spice with hints of honey and heather . Sweet floral backing with violet and dark rose . Enters the mouth with grace and elegance and drifts tenderly over the palate leaving flavours of dark chocolate, raisin, fine oak and rich spice . Rich and full with long, power driven finish . Sip, savour and enjoy .”

Gold – International Wine & Spirit Competition 2013461103 1 bottle limit $429.00

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BENRIACH SINGLE CASK #10300 1998 TAWNY PORT FINISHA single cask offering . Burnished copper to the eye, and mixed red fruits and hints of peach contrast with ground black pepper and rich oak characters on the nose . Tastes like summer fruit syrup warmed with black pepper progresses to crisp, tart cranberries . Contrasting notes of candied ginger and cinnamon sugar .

299685 $249.99

BENRIACH SINGLE CASK #7352 2005 VIRGIN OAK FINISHExclusive Cask Bottling for BC Liquor Stores . This nine-year-old bottling has stewed orchard fruits infused with vanilla sugar and cracked black pepper on the nose . Aromatic toasted oak adds a delicious rich depth to the flavour . The flavour has rich sweet oak loaded with cinnamon and vanillas infused through ripe honey dew melon . An impacting ground barley note adds to the long finish .

298315 2 bottle limit $159.99

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CAPPERDONICH DOUGLAS LAING XOP 1994 21 YEAR OLDMassively spiced (dryly) initially, warms to exotic fruit, malt and light oak on the nose . Soft and complex flavours build to honey, barley, golden syrup, citrus and vanilla . The finish is complex with soft spices, barley, butterscotch, mocha and biscuit .

869354 1 bottle limit $489.99

BENRIACH CASK STRENGTH BATCH 1“Remember those remarkable 20+ year old BenRiachs that appeared when the distillery reopened which we thought were gone forever? Think again . This new . . .arrival has sweet malt on the nose, followed by mango, orange blossom honey, and Portuguese custard tarts . It needs a little water to calm the alcohol and help to spread an already thick texture along the tongue . A sweetly spicy and creamy hit toward the end .”

Review by Dave Broom

479576 1 bottle limit $134.99

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DAILUAINE 34 YEAR OLDA limited edition, natural cask strength single malt, only 3000 bottles produced and one of the oldest bottling ever to come from the original Dailuaine distillers .

“That rarely-spotted beast Dailuaine gets the Special Release treatment . This example has come from refill American oak and has immediate marzipan notes on top of the distillery’s fascinating mix of meaty density and sweetness . In time there are fat fruits, Victoria plum, bitter citrus, faded green leafiness, and chocolate notes . The palate is ripe, rich, and profound, with a hint of tropical fruits cut with cacao . Long, elegant, and complex, this is the best of this year’s bunch for me .”

93 points – Whisky Advocate 2015, Dave Broom

534040 1 bottle limit $780.00

DALWHINNIE 25 YEAR OLDA limited edition, natural cask strength single malt whisky . Just 6000 bottles available world-wide .

Extremely fresh aromas throughout, high notes of vanilla and floral honey, and below this fruit boxes that once held crisp green apples, unripe pears or gooseberries on a light base of heathery moorland and peat . Smooth, creamy texture on the palate . Menthol-cool, lightly sweet and citrusy with a fresh edge; malty too, with an unusual yet pleasingly perfumed mid-palate . The finish is quite short and appetizingly dry .

687798 $650.00

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GLENFIDDICH MALT MASTER’S EDITIONEarth and soaked wood aromas blend with deep vanilla . Flavours are sharp with spice and round with plum . A hint of toasted almonds gives way to a silky smooth finish . Rich with complex flavours layered by double-maturation . Sherbet and zinginess slowly turn to spice . Tempting plum and cherry follow, with hints of toasted almonds and fruit cake . A silky and smooth finish .

144493 $99.99

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PITTYVAICH 25 YEAR OLDClosed Speyside distillery rarely seen as a single malt .

“Good to see Pittyvaich back in the Special Release roster . Here we have the heavy, nutty character of the distillery given full expression . The emphasis here is on a mix of nuts, cake mix, and dense fruits: even a little hint of cigarette tobacco . When neat, the palate has real density that is enlivened by water, which brings out fresher—and decidedly more green—notes . Worth a dram .”

Review by David Broom 2015

678656 $499.99

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GLENFIDDICH 40 YEAR OLDAn exemplary single malt . The Malt Master handpicks some of the oldest casks in the world, marrying 40 year old vattings to craft a peerless whisky . Infinite depth and layer upon layer of aroma and flavour create a 40 year old unrivalled by other rare whiskies of this age .

Only 600 bottles are released to the world each year . Each batch eagerly anticipated by the experts . Each bottle is individually numbered and wrapped in hand-stitched calf leather . Each is accompanied by a leather bound book telling its 40 year old story .

“Stepping off a platform at a rural Scottish railway station in 1935 into a first class carriage: the coal smoke from the steam mixes with the leather and wood from the compartment while a hint of cigar smoke lingers in the air from a departing passenger . A nose, palate and finish from a different era .”

Gold Outstanding – International Wine & Spirit Competition 2016300442 1 bottle limit $7,000.00

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GLENGLASSAUGH 40 YEAR OLD“Fine spices in a great nose of chocolate, liquorice and vanilla toffee aromas . Lovely wood phenols and well balanced tannins, sandalwood and nutmeg tones in a long lasting aftertaste .”

Gold Medal – International Wine & Spirits Competition 2014 226183 1 bottle limit $2,800.00

GLENGLASSAUGH 30 YEAR OLD “A complex fruity and spicy whisky with dried fruit and raisins, aromatic pipe tobacco and a spicy oaky mouth feel . Some fine vanilla toffee with a long spicy finish .”

Gold Outstanding Medal – International Wine & Spirits Competition 2014 218305 $520.00

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GLENGLASSAUGH 51 YEAR OLDSpecially selected by Master Distiller Billy Walker . Distilled and filled to cask on February 15 1963, it is one of the oldest casks in their inventory and brilliantly captures Glenglassaugh’s unique Highland coastal character . Layers of aromas develop from figs and prune syrup to delicate apricot and hints of blackberry . The exclusive mellow yet full-bodied character gives a rich, complex symphony of red fruit preserve, touches of treacle and the slightest mountain herb influence . The rarity of the vintage mirrors the rarity of the unique characteristics of the whisky . Savour .

77461 1 bottle limit $11,850.00

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BOWMORE 50 YEAR OLD 1961Distilled in 1961, this was aged for 50 years in two ex-Bourbon hogshead casks . These smaller casks allowed more of the whisky to have direct contact with the wood, introducing richer influence on the final whisky . In 2013, only 200 bottles of this exquisite single malt remained - and they have been released every year, 50 at a time, until now . This amazing collector’s item will have aromas and flavours of almonds, coconuts, tree oil, and citrus and tropical fruit with a gentle underlying smoke .

276493 1 bottle limit $30,500.00

Islay Scotch

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BOWMORE 25 YEAR OLD“Creme brûlée topping, with chopped basil, mint and honey on the nose . The palate gives more of the same, but with additional herbs of thyme and cloves and a bigger hit of deep, musty peat . Red currants on the finish and a hint of peat smoke .”

Gold Award – International Wine & Spirit Competiton

56069 $340.00

ARDBEG - DARK COVE“ . .bigger, spicier and more complex… A prickly start leads to heavy peat smoke, pink and Szechuan peppercorns, vanilla, dark chocolate, angelica, then seaweed . The palate is oily, with a detonation of gunpowdery peat, licorice, smoked eel, and a feral edge that adds grunt . Layered and complex .”

91 points – Whisky Advocate 2016, Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2016

839621 1 bottle limit $159.99

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BRUICHLADDICH OCTOMORE 07.3This Octomore 07 .3, is the second release of Octomore whisky made from barley grown two miles along the coast from the distillery at farmer James Brown’s Octomore farm . It was distilled in 2010 from grain harvested on lorgba field . Peated to 169 ppm and matured on Islay for all its life in American bourbon barrels and Spanish wine casks of Ribera del Duero . Everything about this dram speaks of Islay and slow distillation; the peat smoke and salt spray, powerful yet gentle and complex . the Islay grown barley gives a character like no other . Long after the glass is empty the peat embers from this whisky remain alive on your taste buds .

765040 2 bottle limit $224.99

BUNNAHABHAIN 25 YEAR OLD“…salty and seaweedy, the ocean hangs in the air… glorious weight and sheen to the delivery . The early balance is nearly perfect as the thick fruit is thinned by the proud barley . The early, contemplative sweetness, buttressed by a wonderful mixture of sultana and Demerara, gives way to the drier oaks…a malt with enough personality to till get its character across after 25 years . Who could ask for more…?”

94 points – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2016694836 1 bottle limit $399.99

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LAPHROAIG CAIRDEAS 2016This 2016 Cairdeas features fully-matured Laphroaig aged in ex-bourbon barrels before artfully married together for a second maturation in Madeira seasoned traditional hogshead . The result is a unique expression to be savoured by friends of Laphroaig, old and new . Aromas of ripe orange fruits, waxy carbolic soap and sweet liquorice moving into Jamaican spices, dry mixed peppers and a lovely dry nutty finish . Lovely peaty earthy flavours come first followed by a hint of dry saltiness . Good mouthfeel and creamy orange tones follow . A bold and lingering finish with a spicy, ashy, dry feeling .

993840 2 bottle limit $89.99

LAPHROAIG LORE‘Lore’ is a marriage of classical laphroaig styles and many ages of Laphroaig; some as old as vintage 1993 . The marriage draws from the peaty power of Laphroaig with the smoothness of double matured stock finished in European oak hogsheads . The result is stunningly complex . The aromas are rich and smoky with seaside minerals . The flavour is richly peaty with a spicy chili bite and a short dry finish and a long sweet aftertaste .

301515 $174.99

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PORT ELLEN 32 YEAR OLDOnly 3000 individually numbered bottles were produced of this limited edition 1983 vintage whisky from the closed Islay distillery, Port Ellen . This whisky has complex aromas of red apple peels, pears and then a rich toffee note develops, over a waxy mineral base . The palate is wonderful at natural strength . Sweet, prickly and drying, with a great mix of wood ash, burnt jam tarts, treacle toffee and caramelised orange . Then yet more all-pervading smoke with a spicy-herbal complex featuring cloves . The finish is long, cooling and complex .

660191 1 bottle limit $4,600.00

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Orkney Island Scotch

HIGHLAND PARK VAHALLA COLLECTION Thor, Loki, Freya and Odin . . . together at last! The Complete collection . One bottle each of: Thor 16 year old, Loki 15 Year old, Freya 15 year old and Odin 16 year old .

26763 1 collection limit $2,000.00

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HIGHLAND PARK ORCADIAN 1968The second of the Orcadian Vintage series, was released in November 2009 . Eight refill hogshead casks were carefully chosen by the whisky maker Max McFarlane, which yielded only 1550 bottles . With its naturally golden hue, full-bodied flavour with hints of honey and lemongrass, the Orcadian 1968 Vintage is an exceptionally fine whisky that builds on the peerless reputation of Highland Park .

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HIGHLAND PARK ICEThis 17 year old Highland Park Ice is the first release from the Norse inspired elemental series and there were only 30,000 bottles produced .

“Honey graham crackers, musky tropical fruit, ginger, and campfire explode from the glass . The palate is delightfully robust with loads of fruit and spice before wisps of peat smoke start to build and last on a savoury finish .”

99 points – The Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2016792515 2 bottle limit $395.00

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HIGHLAND PARK ORCADIAN 1971The fourth release of the Orcadian Vintage series, has been created from seventeen casks, specifically chosen by whisky maker, Max McFarlane, for their exceptional character . Coupled with this long-term maturation, the perfect balance has been achieved in its 657 bottles . According to Max; “The casks used to create this vintage have allowed the quality and delicate fragrance of the original new make spirit to shine through without being dominated by the wood notes .” This is distinctly Highland Park flavour from its maturation in Spanish oak, leading to the classic characteristics of dried fruits, caramel and chocolate .

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HIGHLAND PARK ORCADIAN 1970The third release in the Orcadian Vintage Series, was drawn from seven casks chosen by whisky maker, Max McFarlane . All were refill casks comprising both butts and hogsheads and yielded just 1,800 bottles at a natural strength of 48% abv . According to Max “The bottling bursts with aromas of caramelised pineapple and lemon peel as well as Highland Park’s trademark balance of aromatic peat and heather honey sweetness . At natural strength it has an intriguing mix of vanilla and coriander seeds . . . This single malt has a satisfyingly long, sweet and spicy flavour that hangs on the palate .”

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HIGHLAND PARK ORCADIAN 1976Released in December 2011, the 1976 Vintage is the fifth release in the Orcadian Vintage Series . The result of lengthy maturation in American oak, this Vintage delivers a lighter, tropical fruit and floral flavour, combined with the classic Highland Park sweet, smoky balance . The 1976 Vintage is taken from a total of thirteen casks, a mix of butts and hogsheads, to create 893 bottles of a distinctly Highland Park whisky but with a softer finish . The palate is very floral to start, marzipan and coconut, and ending in a honey coated almond . The finish is balanced between wood and cream, and softly lingers .

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ISLE OF JURA 30 YEAR OLD“Copper colour . Aromas of brown butter, roasted pecans and almonds, raisins, leather and toffee with a supple dry-yet-fruity medium-full body and a graceful and rich mossy earth, white ash, and raw honey accented finish . A deliciously robust and layered Sherry influenced single malt that will be great with cigars .”

97 points – Platinum Medal - Beverage Testing Institute

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Other RegionsJURA TASTIVAL 2016Jura Tastival bottlings are always a little more experimental as they strive to push the boundaries for their annual celebration of taste . This year the Tastival expression is finished in three specially selected sherry casks; an 11 year old Palomino Fino sherry cask, a 15 year old “Amoroso” oloroso sherry cask and a 30 year old

“Apostoles” oloroso sherry cask, which gives this liquid its unique flavour profile . Baked apple segments dusted with Demerara sugar and cinnamon, kiwi fruits and hot mulled wine . A fusion of sundried sultanas, glazed pineapple and lemon verbena provides the perfect aftertaste .

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THE ARRAN QUARTER CASK THE BOTHYOn the nose the citrus hallmarks of Arran welcome you, and the sweet spice of cinnamon and vanilla promises a memorable dram . The palate is gourmet, dessert notes of pineapple, apple tart and toasted brioche coupled with the fresh character of Arran cover the tongue and give a round quality to this delightful expression . The finish is luxurious and long with the citrus and spice mingling beautifully . Leaves you with a delicate floral note full of aromatic charm which brings the dram to a memorable close…until you take another sip .

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THE CALLY 40 YEAR OLD DISTILLED 1974An extremely rare limited release of whisky from Caledonian, a closed Edinburgh distillery . The whisky is an extra-mature, cask strength, single grain that is the oldest Caledonian whisky ever released by the original distillers . Distilled in 1974 and aged in refill American Oak hogsheads .

Quite out of the ordinary, one of the most individual whiskies you could taste and an excellent apéritif; highly complex yet wonderfully open and accessible, with a compelling nose; clean, fresh and fruity with a pleasing, oaky character that is amplified when a little water is added .

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GIRVAN 1994 CELEBRATION OF THE CASK MORRISON & MACKAYThis incredible Carn Mor Celebration of the Cask bottling, is a perfect example of an old single grain scotch whisky . This whisky was distilled at the Girvan distillery in Ayrshire on the south west coast of Scotland . The cask has been matured in a bourbon barrel for 21 years which has blessed this spirit with wonderful aromas of vanilla and citrus and a silky soft mouthfeel with toffee fudge and exotic fruits .

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GARNHEATH DOUGLAS LAING XOP 1974 41 YEAR OLDThe nose carries a sweetly spiced quality with toffee and milk chocolate, plus sugared coconut . The palate still sweet, creamy and honey’d, developing to a mouth coating vanilla style . Long finish with a soft, lingering velvety character before running to sweet liquorice .

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PORT DUNDAS DOUGLAS LAING XOP 1978 37 YEAR OLDAromas full of sweet spices, lightly baked with a citric, molasses infused sherbet style the palate is peppered, yet still full of late orange pith and muscovado sugar . Finish showing chocolate and coffee finesse plus more of the earlier sherbet .

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COMPASS BOX CIRCUSThe Circus is unusual in that it is composed predominantly of old parcels of Blended Scotch and Blended Grain whisky that had been blended then aged in cask for several years . The last time Compass Box released a comparable whisky was in 2014, when The General was widely praised as one of the standout releases of the year .

“Ringmaster John Glaser’s latest Big Top attraction: the nose juggles dark marmalade, almonds, sweet sherry, dates, and dried pineapple . Flavors swing like a trapeze between deep orange, dried tropical fruits, nuts, and chocolate, with the silky composure of a seal balancing a ball on its nose . Ridiculously smooth; if you’re looking for burn, try fire eating instead . Knife throwers accurately pinpoint the finish: fruit, (thud) chocolate (thud), spice (THUD) . In this manner, Mr . G . will challenge the world!”

92 points – Whisky Advocate 2016 749838 1 bottle limit $339.99

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NOMAD OUTLAND WHISKYA premium blended whisky produced from a unique selection of over 30 different malt and grain whiskies from Speyside, each 5 to 8 years old . The resulting blend is left to mature in Scotland in sherry casks for 3 years, altogether, before being transferred to Jerez where it was finished for a mínimum of 12 months in old Pedro Ximenez casks in the San Fernando cellar of González Byass . Bright amber in colour, Nomad shows a concentrated aroma with notes of malt, wood and the unmistakable hint of Pedro Ximenez sherry . On the palate it is very smooth and elegant, initial flavours of raisins and honey build to a long and pleasant finish with notes of vanilla and dried fruits . A very elegant yet complex whisky .

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COMPASS BOX ENLIGHTENMENTEnlightenment is a blend of malt whiskies from the Clynelish, Glentauchers, Balblair and Mortlach distilleries . You will find a bright apple-and-pear quality on the nose, soft spice and light citrus fruit notes on the palate, with a mouthwatering finish full of an alluring apple peel waxiness .

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MIDLETON BARRY CROCKETT LEGACY SINGLE POT STILLThis expression represents Barry’s personal selection of old and elegant Pot Still whiskeys . Bearing the name of the celebrated second generation Midleton Master Distiller, Midleton Barry Crockett Legacy represents a selection of pot still whiskeys which have been matured exclusively in American bourbon barrels with a subtle contribution from a pot still distillate which has been matured in an unseasoned or virgin American barrel .The aromatics, which are typical of the character delivered by Pot Still distillation, are generously complimented by a touch of lime, succulent green berries, pears and some green sweet pepper . The sweetness of vanilla and the deeper charred oak notes represent the seamless contribution made by the maturation in best quality casks .

“Another fabulous Pot Still, very unusual for its clever use of varied ages of the oak to form strata of intensity . One very sophisticated whiskey”

94 points – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2016241307 $339.99

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KINAHAN’S SINGLE MALT IRISH WHISKEY

“This golden whiskey offers a fresh, grassy scent . Matured in former Bourbon barrels for at least 10 years, it’s soft yet smoky on the palate, though not overwhelmingly so . The smoke leaves plenty of room to enjoy the breezy tropical fruit, almond and ginger notes, finishing with a mellow honeysuckle accent .”

90 points – Wine Enthusiast 2015

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REDBREAST 15 YEAR OLDFull and rich aromas with a complex yet balanced mix of berry fruits and aromatic oils . Fully round and mellow on the palate with the succulence of fleshy fruit combined with spices and toasted wood . Long and sophisticated finish .

“ . . .what we have here is a truly great Irish Whiskey and my pulse races in the certain knowledge it can get better still .”

94 points – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2016

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REDBREAST 21 YEAR OLD IRISH WHISKEY“So rare to find age so obvious on the nose, yet so positive in all it does . The Pot Still is easily recognized in its unique firmness and playful bite, surrounding by a vague fruitiness and encrusted muscovado… perfection: at once the palate is met by a two-toned delivery – a voluptous silkiness enwrapping steel-hard spine which a great pot still whiskey demands . . .”

96 points – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2016260299 $280.00

TEELING DISTILLERY REVIVAL 13 YEAR OLD SINGLE MALTThe second limited edition bottling in the Revival Commemorative Series, volume II, was distilled in 2002 and matured initially in Bourbon barrels before it was given an extra year maturation in ex-Calvados casks . The maturation provided by the Calvados cask creates a unique taste profile, reminiscent of floral baked apples and cinnamon rounded off with a toffee sweetness that’s perfectly balanced with a white pepper spiciness .

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HOMBO SHUZO MARS SHINSHU IWAI TRADITION WHISKYThis malt driven spirit is truly a reflection of contemporary Japanese whisky . Incredibly balanced, soft and layered . A blending of sherry, bourbon and wine casks with delicate hints of peat make for a harmonious whisky that would make Iwai-san proud . Ripe cherry, honey toffee with a beautiful ginger spice .

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NIKKA SUPER REVIVALConcentrated and rich on the nose, it begins with notes of liquorice & spice (ginger, cinnamon), evolving into mocha chocolate with a subtle smokiness . Ample and round, it opens with acacia honey and citrus notes before enveloping the mouth with delicious barrel spices, milk chocolate, star anise and a smooth peatiness in the back palate . Long and pleasant finish, oaky, vanilla and chocolate confectionary notes with light peat and grain citrus .

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PAUL JOHN EDITED INDIA“Chocolate mint evolves from the delicate peats which sits beautifully with the lesser oaky theme… The smoke soft and relaxed and refusing to bully the juicier barley, grassy barley shows first, but then slowly gives way as those most gentle peat notes dissolve onto the palate and begin to build momentum and intensity… All is beautifully weighted, patient and poised: oh, and did I mention the chocolate mint? A new indian classic : a sublime of malt from the sub continent . To be more precise a world classic! A world class whisky to be talked about with reverence without doubt .”

96.5 points – Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2016675447 $89.99

PAUL JOHN BOLD INDIA“The smoke . . . arrray of manuka honey, prickly spice and bourbonesque red liqourices… melt-in-the-mouth-malt; a silky delivery… Studded Honey… wave of spice and then thick, cloudy smoke coat on the roof of the mouth, leaving tide marks of dry molasses, peaty soot and a degree of copper in its wake: absolutely delicious… one of the most weighty and chewable Indian whiskies of all time . This truly great whisky, so complex and absorbing, needs a good 20 minutes minimum of your time to adequately explore “

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WARENGHEM ARMORIK SHERRY FINISH SINGLE MALTThis French whisky drinks a lot like a Scottish single malt . Traces of rubber, peat and toffee comes through on the nose . In the mouth, it’s apples and sherry with a peppery edge . Still, fresh and vibrant .

94 points – Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2015

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PENDERYN CELT SINGLE MALT WELSHMild aromas of peat smoke, early morning at a rocky seaside and marmalade-on-toast all compete for our attention . A very fresh and clean whisky, beautifully distilled gives pleasure from the very first sip . In the mouth it begins with great sweetness before the smoky, slightly medicinal flavours descend . Slight bitterness follows that leaves a long lingering fresh taste in the mouth,

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MICHTERS 20 YEAR OLD SINGLE BARREL BOURBON Distilled in Kentucky, there are limited quantities of this single barrel production . Distilled in fire-charred, new American white oak barrels . Michter’s 20 year straight bourbon has intense notes of black cherry, rich molasses, honeysuckle, roasted pecans, and toasted charred oak .

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MICHTERS - 10 YEAR OLD KENTUCKY STRAIGHT RYE

“This rye has a lot going on . The palate ranges from herbs, caramel, cotton candy, honeysuckle, and rose petals, to chocolate, malt, black pepper, honey, and slightly burnt pizza crust . The whiskey sits on the palate, richly giving red fruit and pepper spice with a slight hint of banana on the end . The taste is magnificent . If the medium finish was just a little longer, this would venture into greatness .”

90 points – Whisky Advocate 201684681 1 bottle limit $224.99

STAGG JR Rich, sweet, chocolate and brown sugar flavours mingle in perfect balance with the bold rye spiciness . The boundless finish lingers with hints of cherries, cloves and smokiness .

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E H TAYLOR SINGLE BARRELThe aroma carries lightly toasted oak, with dried figs and butterscotch . One sip brings flavours of sweetness balanced with tobacco and dark spices . The finish is just long enough to prepare the palette for another sip . The bottle itself is a likeness to Colonel Taylor’s original design used over a century ago .

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E H TAYLOR SMALL BATCHA layering of crisp sugars and spice as well as a thin hint of mint; the natural vanillas are out in force too; pretty perfect weight; the oils have just enough clout to ensure the sugars remain in check, the small grains do stir, and herald the arrival of the toastier elements; with the sweetness in harmony with the butterscotch tart and late peppery bite; the exemplary high quality of this bourbon is not for a second in dispute .

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E H TAYLOR STRAIGHT RYEAn altogether different recipe and profile than Sazerac Rye, this recipe contains just rye and malted barley, no corn . The result is an aroma full of dried fruit, black pepper, and touch of fresh dill . A small sip brings an array of flavours both sweet and savoury with a terrific balance of dark spices and subtle caramel overtones . The finish is especially pleasing with an oaky dryness that lingers just long enough .

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GEORGE T. STAGG UNCUT UNFILTEREDThis extremely hearty whiskey ages in new charred oak barrels for no less than 15 years . Straight out of the barrel, uncut and unfiltered, the taste is powerful, flavourful and intense . Lush toffee sweetness and dark chocolate with hints of vanilla, fudge, nougat and molasses . Underlying notes of dates, tobacco, dark berries, spearmint and a hint of coffee round out the palate .

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OLD RIP VAN WINKLE 10 YEAR OLDThis wonderful bourbon is bottled as close to barrel proof as possible . A splash of Kentucky limestone well-water was added when they empty the barrels for bottling . Thus, this whiskey is as smooth as any you will find .

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VAN WINKLE 12 YEAR OLD SPECIAL RESERVEProof Van Winkle Special Reserve is the perfect combination of age and proof . This sweet, full bodied whiskey has been described by some as “nectar .” The 12 years of aging and medium proof of 90 .4 seem to be just right in creating a very pleasant drink of whiskey . This fine bourbon can compete with any excellent cognac as an after dinner drink .

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EAGLE RARE 17 YEAR OLDThis rare bourbon ages in oak barrels for nearly two decades and is only available in small quantities once a year, every fall . Sip this polished, well-aged whiskey to appreciate why patience is such a virtue . The fragrant aroma has almost a wine-like character with hints of almond, cigar boxes and cinnamon . The delicate and dry mid-palate tastes of leather, vanilla and tobacco . This bourbon lingers, finishing with hint of leather and toffee .

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SAZERAC 18 YEAR OLD KENTUCKY STRAIGHT RYEThis straight rye has a mellow spice and dry sweetness that dances on the tongue, giving pure delight that is worthy of the Sazerac name . Very mature, with notes of oak, leather molasses and all-spice . The long, warm finish is preceded by notes of mint, eucalyptus, cinnamon, vanilla, and lingering pepper .

Best Rye whiskey, 11 yrs & over – Jim Murray Whisky Bible 2016364133 1 bottle limit $169.99

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WILLIAM LARUE WELLER UNCUT UNFILTEREDUncut and unfiltered, this hand-bottled bourbon is barrel proof . Weller substitutes wheat for the traditional rye grain . Fragrant scents of caramel corn, new leather, plums, light toffee and pipe tobacco . The palate tastes of marshmallow, salted almonds, nougat, figs and dates . This whiskey finishes smooth, composed and flavourfully sweet .

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SAZERAC THOMAS H HANDY STRAIGHT RYEPowerful, lush, and boldly spicy . Flavours of toffee, fig cake, and candied fruit, followed by mint, cinnamon and clove . The finish ultimately reveals subtle notes of allspice, coconut and nutmeg . Long and warm .

95 points – Ultimate Spirit Challenge 2016

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PAPPY VAN WINKLE’S 15 YEAR OLD FAMILY RESERVE5 Years, 107 proof . A younger version of our famous 20-year-old Pappy Van Winkle’ Family Reserve, this bourbon was crafted according to the exclusive family wheated recipe . The smooth, oak flavour blends well with the barrel proof . Selected from barrels in the heart of the Kentucky warehouse, it has remained untouched for 15 years and unhurried by time .

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PAPPY VAN WINKLE’S 20 YEAR OLD FAMILY RESERVEThis is the #1 rated Bourbon Whiskey in the world – rated 99 out of 100 by the World Spirits Championship . This bourbon is aged 20 years and bottled at 90 .4 proof . This whiskey is wonderfully smooth and rich . No other bourbon today can stand 20 years of aging, but this bourbon does it with style . “Pappy” Van Winkle was a true character . It has been put in the class of a fine after dinner cognac .

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JEFFERSON’S OCEAN AGED AT SEA BOURBON VERY SMALL BATCHThis bourbon started out as an experiment with just three bourbon barrels stored on a ship to discover what would happen if bourbon was left to weather the extreme elements: temperature fluctuations, salt air and the gentle rocking of the ship . The result was a thick, dark bourbon that showcases complex flavours reminiscent of other spirits; the almost black colour and caramel flavours resemble a dark rum as the sugars within the barrels caramelised; the briny, savoury taste from the barrels breathing the sea air is reminiscent of Islay Scotch; and at its core, it’s a true bourbon . Each voyage typically crosses the equator four times, visits five continents and over 30 ports on an average sailing .

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PAPPY VAN WINKLE’S 23 YEAR OLD FAMILY RESERVEThis very rare, limited edition bourbon takes generations of distilling know-how to produce . Only the most careful and expensive distilling method can be used to create a whiskey as special as this one . Each barrel ages for 23 years and is carefully selected from the heart of the warehouse . This whiskey should be enjoyed neat .

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ROCK TOWN ARKANSAS HICKORY SMOKED WHISKEYThis special dram is produced with American distilling techniques, melded with Scottish aging methods, to produce an interesting and unique whiskey . The wheat is cold smoked at the distillery in hickey smokers . This infuses smoke into the grain and the flavour of the hickory carries all the way through to the distillate . Opening with hints of peaches and toasted fig aromas, this whiskey is bold with notes of smoked meat, hickory, nougat and cereal grain . The palate is soft and medium-bodied with savoury wheat notes, hickory smoke, rich brown sugar and ripe peach . Long and elegant finish, with praline and spice .

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ROCK TOWN SINGLE BARREL RESERVE BOURBON WHISKEYThis Single Barrel Reserve Arkansas Bourbon represents the highest standard of Rock Town bourbon whiskey that is aged in their finest new charred white oak casks . The Single Barrel Bourbon is milled, mashed, fermented, distilled, aged, bottled and packaged at the distillery in Little Rock, Arkansas . Incredibly aromatic with notes of caramel, molasses, vanilla and light corn grain citrus . Full-bodied palate, deep and oaky, with rich sweet fruit flavours, vanilla, star anise, and bold spice . Long and savoury finish of vanilla oak & spice .

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WILD TURKEY KENTUCKY SPIRIT PRIVATE LABELExclusive Cask Bottling for BC Liquor Stores. Kentucky Spirit is a single-barrel bourbon, personally chosen by Master Distiller Eddie Russell for BC Liquor Stores . Known for being fuller bodied, with rich vanilla flavours and a hint of sweetness, it’s the perfect bourbon to enjoy neat . A complex layering of almonds, honey, blackberries, and leather gives way to a long, dark and lingering finish . “It has a very creamy start with sweet caramel and a very Rye finish . It hits my taste profile perfect” . - Master Distiller Eddie Russel

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Earlier this year I toured Kentucky and Tennessee to select a range of amazing single barrel whiskies . There are seven different single barrels that were sourced from some of the most iconic distilleries from the United States: Buffalo Trace, Woodford Reserve, Jim Beam, Wild Turkey, Barton 1792 and Jack Daniels . These single casks were chosen for their exceptional quality and offer consumers a chance to have truly unique products that will never be seen again . Enjoy!

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1792 SINGLE BARREL BOURBON BARTON DISTILLERYExclusive Cask Bottling for BC Liquor Stores. This cask was filled on February 1, 2008 and came from the 7th floor of Warehouse M . Only 204 bottles produced . The higher elevation in the racking intensified the aging process resulting in a rich, flavourful whiskey . Aromas of tropical fruit, sweet new oak and hints of allspice . Flavours of salted caramel, dark chocolate and spicy notes mingle with orange citrus on the finish .

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BUFFALO TRACE SINGLE BARREL BOURBONExclusive Cask Bottling for BC Liquor Stores selected this spring . There are aromas of honey and citrus with candied fruit notes . A quite complex whiskey with layers of rich oak, hints of spicy rye balanced with sweet citrus marmalade flavours . The palate is lively and lingers on the finish .

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JACK DANIEL’S SINGLE BARREL BC 2016Exclusive Cask Bottling for BC Liquor Stores. This Tennessee whiskey has a wealth of decadent aromas of butter pecan, banana cream pie and citrus tea . It’s full-bodied with nutty flavours of roasted pralines paired with sweet crème brullée . The finish is long and starts off with sweet toffee and then finishes with soft toasted oak .

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WOODFORD RESERVE PERSONAL SELECTIONExclusive Cask Bottling for BC Liquor Stores. The mingling of two carefully selected barrels introduces itself with rich aromas of Christmas spice, especially cinnamon, and undertones of rose petal and pepper with a hint of orange rind . The palate reveals robust but balanced notes of toffee, marzipan, cocoa, and pecan pie building to a bright peppery finish with a buttery lingering warmth .

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KNOB CREEK - SINGLE BARREL CASK 3661Exclusive Cask Bottling for BC Liquor Stores. This cask was filled on September 23, 2003 and was stored for 13 years in Warehouse L on the 5th floor, Rick 3, Tier 1 at the Jim Beam distillery until it was bottled on August 2nd 2016 . The whiskey was chosen for its outstanding balance and structure The whiskey has amazing aromas of lemon tea, honey and underlying cedar wood tones . The flavour is rich and balanced with citrus and a smooth vanilla oakiness . The whiskey finishes very clean and fresh with just a touch of spiciness at the end .

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KNOB CREEK - SINGLE BARREL CASK 3677Exclusive Cask Bottling for BC Liquor Stores. This cask was filled on November 30th 2004 and was stored in Warehouse G on the 7th floor, Rick 10, Tier 2 and was bottled on August 2, 2016 . This cask of whiskey was chosen for its complexity and layers of flavours . It is very aromatic with notes of sweet molasses, vanilla, and rich toffee . The rich aromatics tones follow through on the palate with layers of topical fruit, butterscotch and rich raisiny textures . The finish lingers and dances along the palate .

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Canadian Whisky

FORTY CREEK FOUNDER’S RESERVEEvery year, Forty Creek Whisky releases a new, limited edition expression . Carefully crafted over the years, these expressions are Forty Creek’s true passion projects – collectible, small-batch whiskies that express new elements of our fine Canadian whisky . Each whisky has a taste profile of its own, yet remains characteristically true to the Forty Creek family . As the 10th Annual Limited Edition, Forty Creek is excited to introduce Founder’s Reserve – a special, rare whisky and a tribute to our founder, John K . Hall . John was a pioneer in the Canadian Whisky industry and after 10 years of special editions, it is only fitting we pay tribute to his legacy . This whisky is an artful blend of rye, corn and barley whisky stocks . Barley is the dominant whisky with rye and corn whiskies added for further complexity . Aged from four to nine years in a mixture of both lightly toasted and heavily charred American White oak barrels . Deep amber in colour with rich aromas of apricot and orange, this limited edition exhibits bold flavours of exotic spice with a long, dry finish

645812 $69.99

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LAIRD OF FINTRY SINGLE MALT FROM OKANAGAN SPIRITS Okanagan Spirits Craft Distillery wanted to pay homage to the Okanagan when naming its Single Malt Whisky . ‘The Laird of Fintry’ title is based on the true story of James Cameron Dun-Waters, the ‘Laird’ of Fintry estates in Fintry, BC . Expect aromas of candy ester type, wild berries, raspberries, bananas, a lot of raisin, subtle grain, sherry cask accents . The taste is multi-faceted, very fruity abundance of aromas, berries, pears, grapes, malt and cream candy, raisins, vanilla, malty sweetness, some green and tart wood, good tightness and length .

774786 1 bottle limit $74.99

J.P. WISER’S UNION 52 Union 52 - The J .P . Wiser’s master blender married the last barrel of a 52 year old highland malt scotch from their archives with their finest 16 wear old Canadian whiskies, to create this uninque, rich smooth blend . A union of new and old world styles, resulting in a whisky that has complex notes of sourdough bread, green apples, rich toffee and a hint of mesquite . On the palate, this full bodied whisky starts with honey comb, yet well balanced with creamy vanilla and pleasant smoke . This is a truly rare whisky that will never be able to be made again!

479279 $69.99

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Rum

MALECON RUM SELECCION ESPLENDIDA VINTAGE 1985Dark amber colour . Rich, attractive, toasty aromas of coffee candy, maple cherry fudge, buttery praline, and sherry with a supple, bright, off-dry medium body and a peppery, distinctive, long hazelnut latte, brown spices, raisins, and cream finish . A robust flavour ride of a dark rum that will appeal to any coffee fans .

95 points – Beverage Testing Institute

773960 $235.00

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Tequila

PATRON ANEJO BARREL SELECTExclusive Cask Bottling for BC Liquor Stores. This Añejo single cask was chosen for its extra cask aging . After more than 19 months in barrel, it’s the perfect sipping tequila, displaying vanilla and lemon tea flavours that enhance the soft sandalwood and fresh agave characteristics .

259937 $94.99

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Liqueur

OLD PULTENEY STROMA LIQUEURThis fine liqueur is a careful blend of award winning malt whiskies and a mix of lighter malt whiskies . Stroma is smooth, sweet tasting and warming and, like the island itself, is packed full of robust and rugged undertones .

Gold – World Whiskies Award 2015

600858 $49.99

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Armagnac

CHATEAU DE LAUBADE INTEMPOREL NO. 5

“Warm vanilla, pastry crème and flaky dough support soft floral and subtle red berry aromas . Rich baking spice enhance flavours of toffee, brown butter and vanilla bean that gently turn toward earthy cocoa powder coffee bean .”

96 points – Chariman’s Trophy Ultimate Spirits Challenge 2016962910 $219.99

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COURVOISIER KING EDWARD VII RESERVEThis is a King’s cognac sublimely encased in an Art Nouveau crystal decanter encapsulating the spirit of the turn of the 20th Century . A very limited series of 50 bottles exists worldwide .

This reserve Edward VII is a genuine aromatic firework . Notes of undergrowth, boxwood and humus are followed by subtle aromas of fruits and flowers to give a set of a great harmony with a superb rancio . The palate is smooth, supple and elegant and will delight all lovers of fine cognacs .

835975 1 bottle limit $10,000.00

Cognac

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