SMWS releases — May 2023

In short · Highland Park (Islands), 20 years.

“A complex but also powerful initial aroma, it was one full of orange oils, heather honey, mineral oils, shoe leather, salted liquorice, umami seasoning and lightly…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Auchentoshan (Lowland), 20 years.

“An impressive aroma neat revealed sweet melon balls, honey and vanilla, as well as chocolate-coated hazelnuts and warm banana bread straight out of the oven.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Auchentoshan (Lowland), 31 years.

“Tiny white chocolate mice scurried around among pineapples, bananas and crunchy green apples, following an irresistible trail of demerara sugar and toasted coconut…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Grant (Speyside), 19 years.

“The Panel commented that this nose appeared fathoms deep!…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Bunnahabhain (Islay), 9 years.

“Limited to 1 Bottle per Member We found this one immediately full of tar with abundant black pepper, hardwood resins, burning fir wood, smoked mint, lardons charring in…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Garioch (Highland), 19 years.

“The initial nose suggested sandalwood, bubblegum, fruit salad juices and gentle waxiness.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Clynelish (Highland), 8 years.

“The nose suggested lemon meringue pie, apple orchards and strawberry chews in the pocket of a waxed jacket worn by someone cutting a privet hedge.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Dailuaine (Speyside), 14 years.

“The Panel felt this expressed a wonderfully mentholated style of sherry at first nosing – lightly salty, with cured game meats, tangy red fruit teas, chopped dates,…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Craigellachie (Speyside), 20 years.

“We chased flitting butterfly aromas of blackcurrant, brambles and raspberry coconut bars, candied orange, dried figs, vanilla ice-cream float and sanded oak.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glenlossie (Speyside), 12 years.

“We found this one initially aromatic, sweet and resinous.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Caol Ila (Islay), 14 years.

“We just finished blowtorching a boozy Mexican chocolate mousse with burnt rum and a crusty sugar topping – sounds indulgent?…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Royal Brackla (Highland), 13 years.

“Exotic and tempting aromas began with burning incense and a hint of woodsmoke.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Teaninich (Highland), 12 years.

“This dram's second home was evident upfront.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Mannochmore (Speyside), 15 years.

“On the nose, a supremely rich runny honey glazed a plate of refried beans topped with decadent vanilla ice cream, puréed raisins and dates, served on an old mahogany…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Ardmore (Highland), 24 years.

“The nose offered light chalky smoke and teasing suggestions of hessian, heather, tea tree, pine and sage, candied pineapple and perfumed cigarettes.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Blair Athol (Highland), 15 years.

“Freshly squeezed orange and lemon juice were stirred into a glass of cool ginger beer with a drop of minted blackcurrant jam.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glenburgie (Speyside), 15 years.

“We sat at the breakfast table with inviting aromas of toasted white bread, warm croissants, melting butter, blackberry jam and honey.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Miltonduff (Speyside), 8 years.

“A lovely start conjured traces of red apples, bananas and tobacco.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Ord (Highland), 13 years.

“Dried apricots, marmalade and sultanas soaked in cognac blended with aromas of roasted chestnuts, almonds and carnations in an old cigar box.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Ben Nevis (Highland), 10 years.

“The nose had Turkish coffee, slightly burnt apple pie and sticky toffee pudding with ginger pieces; then an earthiness like opening up a tobacco salesman’s briefcase.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Spey (Speyside), 10 years.

“A curious mix of root beer, red liquorice and Turkish delight combined with dried orange skin, ripe bananas and tree bark, washed down with kirsch and rose wine.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Scotia (Campbeltown), 8 years.

“Limited to 1 Bottle per Member The air was full of seaside character as shells and sand crushed together beneath our feet.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Fettercairn (Highland), 34 years.

“A thick layer of dark cocoa powder coated the soft buttoned leather of old library armchairs while the air was sweet with the scent of clotted cream fudge and juicy…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Tormore (Speyside), 31 years.

“Exquisite soft fruits first appeared, as slices of waxy apple and honeydew melon sprinkled with cinnamon dust were then joined by honey stirred into melted butter.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Braeval (Braes of Glenlivet) (Speyside), 11 years.

“Rummaging through a linen bag full of sticky hot cross buns, we also found orange zest, huckleberry taffy and peanuts.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Isle of Arran (Islands), 8 years.

““Wow, it is just like having a 'sex on Malibu Beach'” – a cocktail of vodka, peach schnapps, coconut rum, orange and cranberry juice, all garnished with a cherry.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Penderyn (Wales), 8 years.

“The nose was unusual – light and heady, with floral, herbal and perfumed elements – evoking childhood memories of rose petal and musk soap, river weeds, cough mixture…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · George Dickel (Cascade Hollow) (Tennessee, USA), 6 years.

“We imagined a late afternoon/early evening as we sat on a sunlit veranda in a rocking chair with a glass of chilled passerina wine from Italy, enjoying the typical…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS