North British 31 years The Sovereign Single Grain Scotch Whisky 52,4%

This exceptional whisky was distilled in 1992, at the North British Distillery in the Lowlands of Scotland and bottled in 2025, by the independent Scottish micro-distillery Little Brown Dog. It was crafted by vatting five very low-yielding refill bourbon barrels, resulting in an elegant and complex single grain whisky.

Specifications:

Distillery: North British
Bottler: Little Brown Dog
Region: Lowlands, Scotland
Age: 32 years
ABV: 44.2% 
Cask Type: Refill bourbon barrels
70 cl
Filtration: Non-chill filtered
Coloring: Natural

Oban Special Releases 2025 Heart of the Harbour 12 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky 70 cl 54.7%

Oban Special Release 2025 Heart of the Harbour is a classic 12-year-old Oban, matured exclusively in American oak ex-bourbon casks. This gives a clean and full-bodied style with emphasis on the malt’s fruitiness and the cask’s vanilla character.

Oban 12 Year Old Special Release 2025 is an exclusive single malt from the legendary Oban Distillery, bottled at natural cask strength and part of Diageo’s sought-after Special Releases series. This Highland whisky offers a complex and maritime flavour profile, ideal for collectors and enthusiasts.

The nose opens with sea salt, fresh breeze and a hint of dried seaweed, balanced by green apples, pear and soft vanilla from the oak. On the palate, you’ll find smooth malt sweetness, baked apple, toffee and subtle wood spice. The signature sea breeze and gentle smoke linger in the background, rounded off with a touch of pepper.

The finish is warm and medium-long with notes of oak, fruit and a whisper of smoke. Best enjoyed neat for full flavour depth, or with a few drops of water to highlight citrus and spice.

Octomore 16.1 Edition Bruichladdich 101.4 ppm Single Islay Malt Whisky 59.3%

Octomore 16.1 is an uncompromising Islay single malt whisky that marks the beginning of the 16th series from Bruichladdich Distillery – a series known for pushing the boundaries of peat smoke, strength, and terroir. This edition is distilled from 100% Scottish Concerto barley and has a peat level of 101.4 PPM, placing it firmly within the Octomore tradition as one of the world’s most heavily peated whiskies.

The whisky is matured for five years in first-fill American bourbon barrels, giving it a deep and rounded character despite its young age. It is bottled at 59.3% ABV, preserving its raw power and complexity. The combination of intense peat smoke and bourbon maturation creates a balanced and sophisticated flavor profile that both challenges and rewards the experienced whisky enthusiast.

On the nose, there is intense peat smoke alongside sweet notes of vanilla, coconut, honeydew melon, and apricot. A mineral freshness adds depth and contrast. The palate is rich and layered with waves of smoke, golden honey, stone fruits, and toasted oak. Chocolate and spices unfold as the alcohol warms the mouth, and the finish is long, smoky, and complex with earthy tones and a hint of sea breeze.

Distillery: Octomore (Bruichladdich)
Age: 5 years
Type: Single Islay Malt Whisky
ABV: 59.3%
70 cl
Other: Matured all 5 years in first-fill bourbon barrels and re-charred ex-bourbon casks – series: The Impossible Equation
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Octomore 16.2 Edition Bruichladdich 101.4 ppm Single Islay Malt Whisky 58.1%

Octomore 16.2 Edition from Bruichladdich is a super-peated Islay single malt whisky with a peat level of 101.4 ppm and an alcohol strength of 58.1%. It is distilled from Scottish Concerto barley and matured for five years in a complex combination of casks, including Oloroso sherry, Bordeaux, Madeira, and Portuguese Moscatel. The result is a whisky with depth, character, and an unusual balance between peat smoke and vinous nuances.

This edition of the Octomore series – known as The Impossible Equation – explores how extreme peat smoke can be combined with elegance and fruitiness. On the nose, you’ll find notes of caramelized sugar, roasted nuts, dried fruits, and campfire smoke. The palate offers dark berries, raisins, cherries, and spiced molasses, framed by wine tannins and peat. The finish is long and smoky with tones of dried fruit, ash wood, and warm spices.

Octomore 16.2 is a whisky for the curious and experienced enthusiast seeking the uncompromising and the complex. It combines Islay’s raw nature with Bruichladdich’s innovative approach to cask maturation and terroir. With its limited availability and unique flavor profile, it is an ideal choice for collectors and those who want to experience peat smoke in its most refined form.

Distillery: Octomore (Bruichladdich)
Age: 5 years
Type: Single Islay Malt Whisky
ABV: 58.1%
70 cl
Other: Matured all 5 years in first-fill bourbon barrels and re-charred ex-bourbon casks – series: The Impossible Equation. Listen to our podcast:

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Octomore 16.3 Edition Bruichladdich 189.5 ppm Single Islay Malt Whisky 61.6%

Octomore 16.3 Edition from Bruichladdich is an extremely peated Islay single malt whisky with an impressive peat level of 189.5 ppm and an alcohol strength of 61.6%. It is distilled from Concerto barley grown at Octomore Farm in Church Field on Islay, making it a terroir-driven edition with a distinct local character. The whisky is matured for five years in a combination of bourbon, Sauternes, and Pedro Ximénez casks, adding sweetness, complexity, and depth to the intense smoke profile.

On the nose, there are notes of honeyed malt, toasted grain, and earthy peat, balanced by floral tones, dried apricots, and a salty sea breeze. The palate is structured and intense with sweet malt, smoked oak, and waves of maritime freshness. Notes of fruitcake, toffee, and candied citrus peel unfold against a backdrop of dark chocolate and deep peat smoke. The finish is monumental and persistent with mineral salinity, floral smoke, and vinous sweetness from the saturated casks.

Octomore 16.3 is the culmination of the series and a clear expression of Bruichladdich’s philosophy of transparency, terroir, and innovation. It combines Islay’s raw nature with a complex and refined taste experience that appeals to collectors and enthusiasts seeking the uncompromising and deeply personal in a whisky. With its limited availability and distinctive profile, it is an essential bottle for those who want to experience peat smoke in its most concentrated and elegant form.

Distillery: Octomore (Bruichladdich)
Age: 5 years
Type: Single Islay Malt Whisky
ABV: 61.6%
70 cl
Other: Matured all 5 years in first-fill bourbon barrels and re-charred ex-bourbon casks – series: The Impossible Equation. Listen to our podcast:

Octomore The Beast Bruichladdich 167 ppm Super Heavily Peated Single Malt Whisky 60.5%

Octomore 167 'The Beast' is a super heavily peated single malt whisky from Bruichladdich Distillery on Islay. With a phenol content of 167 PPM (parts per million), it is one of the smokiest whiskies in the world.

This whisky is part of Bruichladdich's Octomore series, known for pushing the boundaries of peat. Octomore 167 'The Beast' was distilled in 2008 and matured for 5 years in American first-fill bourbon casks. The bottle was released as a limited edition with an alcohol content of 60.5%, and only 9,600 bottles were made available worldwide.

Distillery: Octomore (Bruichladdich)
Age: 6 years
Type: Single Islay Malt Whisky
ABV: 60.5%
70 cl
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Old Ballantruan 15 Year Old 'Peated' Malt is a heavily peated single malt whisky from Speyside. It has a unique balance between intense smoke and sweetness that is prominent yet soft. The flavor profile is dominated by rich peat smoke, which harmonizes with sweet toffee notes and a mild oaky spice from the cask. The rounded and tempered smokiness makes this whisky an elegant experience, where the toffee sweetness and gentle oaky spice contribute to a complex and lasting finish.

This whisky is ideal for those seeking a balanced, smoky malt with finesse.