SMWS releases — September 2022

In short · Glenfarclas (Speyside), 10 years.

“The initial nose suggested pineapple chunks rolled in popping candy.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Highland Park (Islands), 13 years.

“The nose evoked shredded twigs and leaves and well-fired almond croissants enjoyed among the sand dunes.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Auchentoshan (Lowland), 19 years.

“A rich yet balanced wave of rustic cider, apple strudel and honey washed over sticky toffee pudding coated with cinnamon, dried cherries and a dash of tree sap.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Grant (Speyside), 18 years.

“"Divine!" was the first comment, following a long spell of silence.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Clynelish (Highland), 9 years.

“A burst of tropical fruit and juicy melon collided with salted caramel and the menthol breeze of cough sweets.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Moray (Speyside), 8 years.

“On the neat nose, we described the aroma with a word used in the perfume industry – chypre.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Linkwood (Speyside), 10 years.

“On the nose, apples, pears and citrus run eventually into emulsion paint, with interesting side runners of Victory V’s, menthol, olive oil biscuits and various…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Craigellachie (Speyside), 15 years.

“We imagined varnishing a dark walnut wood fence, opening a grow bag with sweet soil or a wooden cabinet containing an array of exotic spices.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Caol Ila (Islay), 10 years.

“We noticed the extremely pale colour, but don’t let that put you off.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Caol Ila (Islay), 10 years.

“Amidst the clear earth and falling autumn leaves we found flashes of green as olive oil and lime zest led us towards margarita cocktails topped with wood ash.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Ardmore (Highland), 13 years.

“Here we go, the American disco act Lipps Inc.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Blair Athol (Highland), 13 years.

“Limited to 2 bottles per member Forget wine – we brought to the boil mulled ale with an IPA, honey, cinnamon stick, fresh ginger, cloves, crushed cardamom pods, lemon…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Balblair (Highland), 31 years.

“Limited to 1 bottle per member Pure and immediate pleasure!…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Aultmore (Speyside), 10 years.

“The panel initially noted canvass knapsacks, brown bread, shoe polish and dried apricot on the neat nose.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Ben Nevis (Highland), 8 years.

“Limited to 2 per member Bold aromas embraced sultanas, raisins and prunes with a mix of tobacco, nut skins and dusty old books, while a touch of caramel peered from…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glencadam (Highland), 10 years.

“We imagined a wicker basket containing cutlery, a tea towel and fresh grapes, strawberries, apples, pears, cherries and mirabelle plums.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Scotia (Campbeltown), 9 years.

“Limited to 1 bottle per member As is often the case with this distillery, we were greeted by a mad bundle of aromas that included, but were not limited to: bandages,…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Auchroisk (Speyside), 16 years.

“Limited to 2 bottles per member After 13 years in ex-bourbon wood, we transferred this into a first-fill American oak PX hogshead.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Allt-a-Bhainne (Speyside), 10 years.

“Get ready for an al fresco dining experience as we prepared deep fried golden, crisp whitebait with dried chilli, seasoned with zesty lime juice as well as salt and…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Shelter Point (Canada), 9 years.

“Limited to 1 bottle per member The nose was attractively sweet – caramel log, vanilla toffee and syrup-glazed pear tart but also with a vibrant side of lemon squeezed…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Domaine Laguille (France).

“With a hue verging on that of a 1970 Bond Bug.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Chateau de Laubade (France).

“Limited to 1 bottle per member Bursting through Lucozade colours of the fruit shop, you’re mugged by soft warm spice and oak.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Balcones (Texas, USA), 5 years.

“We imagined stepping into a room with solid mahogany furniture and Persian mahal rugs on the floor as well as hunting trophies on the walls.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

“We noticed, at first, a lovely tinge like the pleasing glow of the first ray of light at sunrise.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS