SMWS releases — January 2025

In short · Bowmore (Islay), 20 years.

“The Creators Collection brings liquid storytelling to life with rare, aged whiskies curated to create the ultimate whisky flights.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Macduff (Highland), 16 years.

“The neat nose bristled with slightly pickled dark fruits, then wee hints of bergamot, blood orange and candied citrus peels.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Tamdhu (Speyside), 8 years.

“Tumbling into a warm sticky toffee pudding, pancetta lardons began to mingle with pine resin and peaches.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Bunnahabhain (Islay), 11 years.

“We felt this one displayed a wonderful and classical sherry maturation profile.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Bunnahabhain (Islay), 11 years.

“Big and bold, this was truly a dram for perusing, the Panel agreed.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Tomatin (Highland), 9 years.

“The nose evoked a summery scene of honeysuckle, hay and vanilla floral perfumes, before a cascade of fruit arrived – mandarin segments, white peach, pear and banana.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Dalmore (Highland), 11 years.

“The nose delivered unmistakable sherry, rich sweetness and tart fruits – candy floss, brandy snaps and tablet, dried pineapple and cherry fruitcake, charred pine,…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Tullibardine (Highland), 12 years.

“Sliced pears soaked in cranberry juice, and honeydew melon chunks mingled with sliced apples, were to the fore while nosing this dram.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Moray (Speyside), 32 years.

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

“We all noticed a fruity aroma on the neat nose.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Caperdonich (Speyside), 32 years.

“The Creators Collection brings liquid storytelling to life with rare, aged whiskies curated to create the ultimate whisky flights.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Bladnoch (Lowland), 34 years.

“A complex orchestration of honeysuckle, pomegranate and earl grey tea harmonised with sizzling pork chops, glazed with manuka honey and served with sweet apple sauce on…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Aberfeldy (Highland), 11 years.

“This opened with a bouquet of croissants, lemon and lime peel, fruit leather and fresh strawberries.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Mannochmore (Speyside), 16 years.

“A complex set of aromas.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Balblair (Highland), 10 years.

“We were served a cup of earl grey tea with a choice of vanilla custard slices, cherry bakewell fudge or Spanish turrón.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Aultmore (Speyside), 13 years.

“A surprising pale colour was followed by delicate aromas of sawdust, lime zest, elderflower, coconut, marshmallows and tender, juicy chicken in a lemongrass and honey…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Mortlach (Speyside), 30 years.

“The Creators Collection brings liquid storytelling to life with rare, aged whiskies curated to create the ultimate whisky flights.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Speyburn (Speyside), 15 years.

“A deep, dark sweetness was reminiscent of a cup of assam tea.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Scotia (Campbeltown), 10 years.

“The nose when neat was highly mineral at first, with lots of sharp salinity, crisp smokiness and dry medicinal tones.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Scotia (Campbeltown), 25 years.

“Celebrate our silver anniversary with a sublime whisky distilled in 1999, the year we opened our London Members’ Room at 19 Greville Street.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Fettercairn (Highland), 12 years.

“Initial nosing threw up such varied elements as lemon oils, herbal bitters, non-scented candle wax, cold Darjeeling tea and peach-topped danish pastries.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Strathmill (Speyside), 13 years.

“On the neat nose the Panellists found aromas of thick toffee with cracked black pepper and pineapple flambéed in rum, as well as cayenne and dry chilli flakes.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Loch Lomond (Inchmurrin / Inchmoan) (Highland), 15 years.

“The mixologist tickled our noses' fancy with a fun breakfast cocktail, expertly blending toasted rye bread, marmalade and alpine butter, followed by pain au raisin with…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

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

“Sesame seeds cascaded from the clouds before our eyes, chasing lemon sherbet candies towards a bouquet of hay and chamomile in a bizarre game of capture the flag.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Loch Lomond (Croftengea) (Highland), 10 years.

“Walking into the kitchen we were handed toasted bagels laden with grilled sausages smothered with baconnaise and drizzled with rapeseed oil.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Nantou (Taiwan), 5 years.

“With sea views as our backdrop, we encouraged the barbecue with a little high-strength Barbados rum.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Ardnamurchan (Highland), 8 years.

“The sweet nose (toffee, marshmallows, meringues, honey on toast, and raspberry brownie) preceded subtler hints of kir royal, well-fired rolls and dried fruits in a…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Milk & Honey Distillery (Israel), 4 years.

“A burning mincemeat pie was being extinguished with simple syrup, brandy and a blend of treacle and golden syrup.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Nc'nean Distillery (Highland), 6 years.

“We’re celebrating the addition of a  new distillery  to the Society today with   Cask No.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

“For this special small-batch single malt, we sourced some top-notch European oak sherry butts from our friends at Tonelería Juan Pino in the south of Spain.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

“The Creators Collection brings liquid storytelling to life with rare, aged whiskies curated to create the ultimate whisky flights.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS