SMWS releases — April 2026

In short · Highland Park (Islands), 19 years.

“A breath of fresh sea air filled the nose, and the scent of creels, crab apples and wicker picnic baskets evoked a day’s excursion along shell-strewn beaches.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Macduff (Highland), 14 years.

“This was an al fresco disco of plums stewed in red wine, orange blossom and clarified butter spiked with chocolate bitters.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Tamdhu (Speyside), 9 years.

“The nose was a countryside ramble past hay bales, hedgerows and pine woods, with light floral touches.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Grant (Speyside), 17 years.

“On the nose, sugared almonds, victoria sponge, and a maple and pecan danish mingled with summery, outdoor suggestions of carnations, beeswax, pine forests and lakeside…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

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

“A perfect summer fruit salad of strawberries, kiwi, oranges, blueberries and pineapple in a refreshing citrus sauce opened proceedings – developing, over time, into a…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Tomatin (Highland), 13 years.

“A fascinating potpourri of aromas on the neat nose delivered freshly cut lime, black cardamom, white pepper, camphor and menthol balm and, hovering in the background, a…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Tullibardine (Highland), 9 years.

“Bright and inviting, the nose burst with avocado, apricot juice and candied lemon peel, followed by barley sugars and lemon ricotta topped with toasted currants.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Tullibardine (Highland), 10 years.

“Our noses, as though they were our eyes, witnessed a decorative fountain of rose water, pineapple and pear juice, linseed oil and sandalwood perfume dancing in front of…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Moray (Speyside), 12 years.

“The nose took us to a sunny summer terrace, with perfumed flowers and shrubs, chilled white wine, chamomile tea, croissants, honey, pink wafers and white peaches.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Linkwood (Speyside), 11 years.

“We found ourselves whisked away on a journey of citrus and cream.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Linkwood (Speyside), 13 years.

“Our Whisky Team has created a series of Two to One ultra-small batch bottlings to take you on a flavour journey you won’t find anywhere else.  The concept is…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Dailuaine (Speyside), 19 years.

“This opened sweetly, with aromas of flamed brûlée, spun sugar, honeycomb and toffee apples.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glenlossie (Speyside), 18 years.

“The attractive nose began with spun sugar, sultanas, dark fruits and berries; wood and wine influences gave sandalwood and Moroccan spices, sherry-soaked trifle and…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Caol Ila (Islay), 13 years.

“After nine years in ex-bourbon oak, this was transferred into a second fill PX-seasoned barrique.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Teaninich (Highland), 15 years.

“Served with a plate of warm scones, our noses soon detected the lashings of clotted cream and strawberry jam.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Aberfeldy (Highland), 11 years.

“On first nosing cherry berries, gummy bears, strawberries and apricots leapt to the forefront – a true tutti frutti welcome.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Aberfeldy (Highland), 12 years.

“On the nose, rich caramel sauce poured over vanilla fudge and buttery tablet was underpinned by sunlit gardens and greenhouse blooms.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

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

“Our Whisky Team has created a series of Two to One ultra-small batch bottlings to take you on a flavour journey you won’t find anywhere else.  The concept is…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Spey (Speyside), 15 years.

“Expensive aromas from a Parisian parlour arose from the glass: perfume, bergamot, a cigar box and leather.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Spey (Speyside), 15 years.

“After 10 years in ex-bourbon wood, we transferred this into a first fill American oak ex-bodega PX barrique.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Glen Elgin (Speyside), 16 years.

“The perfume of white grapes mingled with runny honey, cherry pie, butterscotch and lilacs.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Fettercairn (Highland), 16 years.

“The neat nose suggested a strong influence from the wine, with big immediate impressions of sultana, raisin, strawberry jam, balsamic and rancio all noted.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Tormore (Speyside), 16 years.

“Picture yourself in a sauna, cappuccino in one hand, gingerbread smeared with marmalade in the other, as that’s where the Panel began.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Loch Lomond (Inchmurrin / Inchmoan) (Highland), 16 years.

“The initial nose was reminiscent of freshly sawn oak, crushed nettles and dried mango.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

In short · Loch Lomond (Croftengea) (Highland), 9 years.

“Join us on an agricultural field trip.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

“Recent travels, riverside painters and daydreaming about warmer weather led us from Porto to France with this evocative pair.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS

“Our Festivals Bundle 2026 offers a taste of all five of Scotland’s regions.…”Extract · full tasting notes at SMWS