One of the most respected of the large production scotch distilleries, The Macallan announces the limited release “MMXII” expression, part of its highly coveted 1824 Collection. The single malt whisky from Speyside has been handpicked from some of the rarest casks at The Macallan Estate, which explains why only 1,824 decanters will be made available […]
9
May
Only 1,824 decanters of the handpicked whisky to be made
7
Feb
Long live the Queen... only 85 bottles made for $12,700 each
Several British distilleries are getting in on the Diamond Jubilee celebrating the 60 years reign of Queen Elizabeth II, and such is the case with Scottish distillery Glen Grant. Bottled on February 2nd of this year, and distilled way back on February 2, 1952, this Glen Grant 60 Years old Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee whisky […]
2
Nov
Only 400 individually numbered decanters are set for release
Macallan and Lalique recently released their latest Curiously Small Stills decanter, another in the line of collaborative releases between the esteemed Speyside distillery and the famed crystal artisan (remember their $150,000 Cire Perdue bottle?). Filled with a rare 60 year old Macallan single malt whisky, the decanter’s limited edition release features a spirit that’s the […]
25
Aug
150 box sets of the exclusive Speyside whiskey to be produced
Drambuie is set to release their limited edition Jacobite Collection, The Spirit of ’45, next month making it the most valuable addition to their brand. The hand-blown crystal decanter that holds the 45-year-old Speyside whisky —infused with a secret recipe of herbs, heather honey and spices — is inspired by a mid-18th century design. The presentation […]
13
May
8500 diamonds, 300 rubies and two bars of pure white gold
No, that is no exaggeration — the UK’s self-appointed and vapidly named Luxury Beverage Company is crafting a bottle of single malt scotch that will run you a cool $6,200,000. Not that the Isabella Original whisky is that particularly good or extravagant, it’s just that Luxury Beverage Company have encrusted the fine English Crystal decanter […]
27
Apr
Scottish Highlands rarest whisky offering ever at $3,600 a bottle
Esteemed Scottish Highlands distillery Glenmorangie will soon release its rarest expression yet — the Pride 1981. The most expensive single malt ever created by Glenmorangie, only 1,000 bottles will be tapped at a price of $3,600 a bottle (€2750.). Glenmorangie Master Distiller Dr. Bill Lumsden matured the whisky in the finest oak casks for 18 […]
21
Dec
Viscount David Linley's lockable Tantalus case
The Tantalus case by esteemed British woodworker David Linley is something every gentlemen worth his weight in scotch should have in their household. Made of Macassar ebony, dark stained walnut and nickel engraving plates, the lead crystal decanters held within can be safely locked — that way no wandering snifter poachers can get their hands […]
13
Oct
Single malt scotch whisky that's worth $150,000
Ever wondered what $150,000 tastes like? Well, according to New York Sothebys, $150,000 tastes like a 64 year old Macallan single malt whisky. On November 15th, New York Sotheby will be auctioning off a one-of-a-kind crystal Lalique Cire Perdue decanter containing the oldest and rarest Macallan single malt — aged in sherry seasoned Spanish oak […]
