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The team at Whisky Galore are proud to present this unique offering from the Daftmill distillery in Scotland. This single cask release was chosen exclusively for New Zealand by brothers Francis & Ian Cuthbert, and was made from barley grown at their farm in Cupar, Fife. With an annual production of less than 100 barrels a year, Daftmill is one of Scotland's smallest and most sought-after distilleries.

Cask 055, distilled in 2011 is made from Publican barley, harvested in 2009 and malted at Alloa in 2010. This Daftmill has a rich scent of citrus peels and oils, with floral honey and a syrupy medley of tropical fruits both tinned and fresh.  This delicate and complex fruit character gives way to barley tones of buttery brioche and a mouth-filling, rounded oily texture. This dance of citrus and barley flavours is what defines Daftmill as a modern classic - one of Scotland's greatest Lowland distilleries.

Produced by the team behind Glenturret distillery, Aberturret is a brand-new Scottish gin, made from 14 different botanicals in the traditional London Dry style. Juniper and a medley of citrus fruits take center stage, with locally foraged sumac and chamomile adding floral tones, with licorice, peppercorn and pine needle adding earthy, herbal notes. Presented in a Lalique crystal designed bottle.

Launched in 1968 as the first distillery expression of cask strength whisky, Glenfarclas' 105 has always been made by balancing a selection of ex-sherry casks, whose combined natural strength is exactly 60% ABV - 105 British proof. This new limited edition 105 has been made from casks that have matured for 16 years, with the classic Glenfarclas flavours of butterscotch, lashings of Christmas spices and rich, long-lasting dried fruit and woody tones.

This outturn, bottled by Murray McDavid sees spirit from Benrinnes distillery married with a selection of Twany Port Barriques.

There are notes of summer orchard fruits, fresh pastry, floral malt and rich chocolate to be found in this dram.

This outturn, bottled by Murray McDavid sees spirit from Croftengea distillery with a selection of Madeira and Port Barriques. 

The result is an abundance of notes of Hickory smoked BBQ sauce, tropical fruits and wafts of lingering peat smoke.

This outturn, bottled by Murray McDavid sees spirit from Inchgower distillery married with Madeira wine barriques. 

The madeira casks compliment the spicy and fruity nature of Inchgower's spirit, bringing notes of sweet orchard fruits, honied cereal, rich chocolate, with a warming finish of sweet spicy oak.

This outturn, bottled by Murray McDavid sees spirit from Tullibardine married with a selection of Pedro Ximinnez and Oloroso sherry casks from Jerez in Spain. The sherry casks impart a nutty, spicy and syrupy influence to the light, fruity and malty character of Tullibardine's spirit.

There are notes of rich stewed fruitsm creamy malt, dustings of cocoa powder, hazelnut praline and citrus.

This bottling hails from Strathmill Distillery and has been finished in a selection of ex Bourbon, Rye, four grain Whiskey and Oat Whiskey casks from Koval distillery in Chicago.

On the nose there are aromas of Spiced Pear, sweet apple and vanilla'd oak

To taste there are notes of Bright citrus, barley sugars and a slight grassy notes with a mellow oaky and slightly biuttersweet finish.

The 'Benchmark' range from Murray Mc David explores whisky finished in a range of casks that previously held fine wines and spirits. This expression is from Caol Ila and was finished for eighteen months in Stout Casks from the Wild Beer Co. 

On the nose there are notes of Salted Caramel and smoky beeswax, joined with notes of dark chocolate, sea salt and dry malt on the palate, with a long smoky finish.

This expression of Blair Athol is part of Murray McDavid's 'Benchmark' range and has been matured in a range of first fill ex Twany Port and Maidera barriques.

On the nose there are aromas of fresh berries, buttery malt and sweet nuts, joineds with notes of cherries, peppery malt and floral honey on the palate, with a chocalatey and sweet, spicy finish.

This expression from Benriach distillery is part of Murray McDavid's 'Benchmark' range and has been finished for three years in Hungarian Tokaji wine Barriques, amrrying perfectly wioth Benriach's vibrant, fruit forward spirit.

On the nose there are aromas of dried pears, tropical fruit and blossom, joined with notes of bright citrus, cereal and spicy oak on the palate, with a sweet, malty and floral finish.

Part of Signatory's all new 'Small Batch' series, this expression of Aberfeldy has been selected from a range of ex Oloroso sherry casks. There is a lovely combination of both light and dark fruits, with notes of peaches as well as sultanas, cherries and vibrant red fruits. This fruitiness is balanced with notes of cedar wood, cocoa powder and hints of waxiness.

Part of Signatory's all new 'Small Batch' series, this bottling of Caol Ila has been matured in a selection of Oloroso Sherry and Bourbon casks. There are expected notes of rich sherried tones, colliding with Caol Ila's signature coastal, meaty and oily nature, think of salty cured meats, coastal bonfire smoke, sweet nuts, tanned leather and hints of dried fruits.

Part of Signatory's all new 'Small Batch' series, this bottling of Aberlour has been bottled from a selection of ex Oloroso Sherry casks. it reads very typical of the Aberlour style, with notes of hedgrow fruits, mulled wine spiciness, and hints of dried fruits, leather and old oak along with jammy sweetness.

The second expression of Longmorn we have recently seen from Signatory's 'Symington's Choice' selection. This expression was bottled from a single first fill ex Oloroso cask.  From colour alone the cask influence is evident, there are expected notes of rich chocolate, stewed fruits and gentle spice along with zesty citrus oil, and touches of floral honey.

This expression of sinle cask Edradour is a part of Signatory's 'Symington's Choice' collection and has been bottled after much time in a single first fill Oloroso cask for 23 years.  Edradour is known for producinng some wonderful examples of Sherry cask maturation, and this in house independent bottling is no exception. There are notes of rich red fruits galore, sticky boozy rasins, old leather, vibrant spice and dark chocolate coated almonds.

Part of Signatory's new '100 proof' collection, this bottling sees Glenrothes spirit married with a selection of Oloroso Sherry casks. There are resious notes of pine needles and sap, along with delicate heather honey, vibrant citrus peel, boozy sherried dark fruits, fresh herbs and black forest gateau.

Part of Signatory's new '100 proof' collection, this bottling of Glentauchers was matured in a selection of first fill Oloroso casks for twelve years. There are notes of sweet yellow fruits, stewed sultanas, floral honey, rich chocolate and sweet oak, burned sugars and honeycomb.  

Part of Signatory's new '100 proof' collection, thia vibrant Ben Nevis is a rare example of the distillery's peated stock. bottled from a range of refil ex Olorso casks, there are notes of sweet peat smoke, bold spicy marmalade, fire roasted nuts, industrial coal smoke and hints of earthiness. 

Produced by the famous Williams & Humbert Bodega in Jerez, Spain, this sherry is made with Fino grapes, offering the quintessential dry and nutty flavour profile. The balanced acidity is carried on a full bodied mouthfeel, best paired with cheese, ham or seafood.

Made with a combination of Pedro Ximenez and Palomino grapes, this sherry starts of with notes of salted and oily nuts, with little acid and slightly sweet. This style of sherry is traditionally served as an aperitif or to accompany pasta dishes.

This sweet, sticky sherry has been made with raisin-dried Pedro Ximenez grapes, it offers notes of raisins, figs and dense Christmas cake and walnuts. This low acidity and residual sugars of 380g/l makes this an ideal dessert wine to be served alongside cheese.

A traditional 'cream' style of sherry, produced combining Palomino and Pedro Ximenez grapes that are made in an Oloroso style. Sweet and raisiny to start with brown sugar flavours drier, nutty elements. Traditionally served neat on ice or as a cool long drink.

Our first ever expression from the White Peak distillery in Derbyshire, this Adelphi selection comes from a single ex-red wine barrique and offers an ecclectic range of flavours.  Adelphi describe a wide variety of flavours from creamy nougat through to vegetable stock and sundried tomatoes. This intriguing flavour continues, with soy sauce and heathery moss, finishing with licorice logs and a touch of Korean BBQ.

Filled from a 19 year old ex-bourbon barrel, this Trinidadian rum has a complex aroma and flavour of old rubber, overripe peach,  dank wet wood, swampy cedar and touches of petrol - a highly desirable note of this style of rum.  On the palate, Adelphi describe notes of powdered citrus juice, tang, blue raspberry, sherbet dip, lemon Italian ice, with Muscavado sugar and intense tropical fruit coming through in the finish.

Distilled in 2016 and filled from a single refill ex-Oloroso sherry butt, this is an Ardmore bursting with character, distinctly reminiscent of a place: an old bothy peat fireplace surrounded by hessian sack, wet bung and old fishing equipment. Buttery and vanilla tones join tart blackberry, pan-fried sausages and smoky cedar.

Made in collaboration with MacLean & Bruce, this two-cask bottling from Adelphi comes from their Ardnamurchan distillery. Filled from first-fill ex-sherry butts, this dram opens with savoury, salty smoked fish note, with balsamic vinegar, struck matches and tangy cheese rind notes from the casks. Rich and oily, the palate carries a leathery, fruity then woody quality, with a musky, mineral edge.

Matured for 15 years in a single refill ex-Oloroso sherry butt, this is a delicate, pretty and fragrant Glen Elgin. A quintessential floral speyside note of orange blossom blooms from the glass, with Turkish rose water, Maraschino cherries and even a note of fresh linen. The palate is vibrant and juicy, with stone fruit pastries, limoncello and freshly sawed woods.

Distilled in 1992 at Longmorn, this single cask offering from Adelphi is a quintessential example of this iconic Speyside whisky. Over the years, we have seen numerous selections from the 1990's from Longmorn, and this is an exemplar of the style. A bounty of syrupy fruits both canned and fresh is surrounded by honey, waxy notes and lashings of apricot, citrus and herbal liqueur notes. There is a fleeting floral note of lavender or violet cream and a nutty macadamia.

A smaller option from Campbeltown Pottery, these Hand Crafted pottery jugs are  adorned with the Whisky Galore logo are perfect for at home whisky tastings or adding a wee splash of water to your dram.

These Hand Crafted pottery jugs from Campbeltown Pottery are  adorned with the Whisky Galore logo are perfect for at home whisky tastings or adding a wee splash of water to your dram.

These hand crafted pottery jugs from Ardnamurchan distillery are adorned with the Ardnamurchan logo and are ideal for adding a wee splash of water to your dram of Ardnamurchan Cask Strength, they also make the perfect gift for any Ardnamurchan fan.

The Glengyle distillery has been making a traditional Campbeltown style of whisky for over 17 years since its founding by the owners of the Springbank distillery. The nose and palate are both so distinctly 'Campbeltown' - slightly foosty (dusty old warehouses) and spiced to start, with hints of dried fruit, malt biscuits and a lemon/citric note. Throughout there is a gentle waft of peat smoke from the barley, and a sea-side saltiness that comes and goes. A distinctive style of whisky that is old-fashioned but timeless - an absolutely cracking dram!

Please note: We are only able to ship this whisky to delivery addresses in New Zealand, and it is strictly limited to one bottle per customer.

A new release under the Enigma series, this cask strength, undisclosed peated Highland single malt has a smoky, savoury start. Notes of bacon-flavoured chips and peaty embers come through before sweeter notes of banana and vanilla custard. A thick and syrupy mouthfeel carries candle smoke and flinty notes, finishing on grated nutmeg.

This undisclosed single malt from Cadenhead's 'Enigma' range has been matured for 16 years in an ex-Manzanilla sherry cask. The nose opens with red cola, sandalwood and notes of old dunnage floor warehouses or a damp cellar. To taste, a burst of bacon crisps, chorizo and salted caramel popcorn. To finish, dark chocolate, tangerines and a mineral quality like pebbles on the beach.

Like the Knockdhu, this Macduff has seen a similar maturation process, with the rich influence of the wood bringing out the flavour of chewy toffee, walnuts and a box of assorted chocolates. A honeycomb waxyness and delicate spices give this a dram a warm, soft feeling.

Matured initially in ex-bourbon barrels before a final mature period in ex-Oloroso butts, this Knockdhu is a festive treat with orange marzipan, gingerbread and jammy flavours. Spicy and sweet like a slice of gingerbread, there is a note of cola cubes and milk chocolate - distinctive notes from sherry casks.

This special limited-edition Advent Calendar holds a eclectic selection of 25 hand-filled, wax-sealed 30ml bottles. Over the course of this pack, you will journey around Scotland, exploring the great breadth and depth of what Scotch whisky has to offer, one glass and one day at a time.

Celebrate the twelve days of Christmas with this twelve dram advent calendar from Drinks by the Dram, hidden behind each window is a wax sealed 30ml dram, waiting to be enjoyed.

This compendium contains 25 single cask samples, wandering the length and breadth of Scotland, specially selected by the team at Elixir Distillers. Ranging in age from 7 to 31 years of age, these samples were specially chosen to show off the incredible character and diversity found in Scotch single malts. This pack contains one bottle each of the following:

A Highland Distillery 2008, 13  years old, Cask #66 54%
A Lowland Distillery 2007, 14  years old Cask #77 52.9%
A Speyside Distillery 1990, 31  years old, Cask #210000002 52.6%
An Islay Distillery 1993, 28  years old, Cask #406859 51.2%
Ardmore 1998, 23 years old, Cask #750784 47.9%
Ben Nevis 2012, 8 years old, Cask #800214 57.8%
Benrinnes 2006, 15 years old Cask #800214 56.2%
Blair Athol 2010, 11 years old, Cask #302328 54.7%
Bunnahabhain 2009, 12 years old, Cask #42645 56.3%
Caol Ila 2006, 15 years old, Cask #307414 53.5%
Clynelish 2011, 10 years old, Cask #800289 58.3%
Craigellachie 2011, 10 years old, Cask #900093 61.1%
Dailuaine 2009, 12 years old, Cask #787 54.9%
Deanston 2008, 13 years old, Cask #182 56.8%
Glen Elgin 2008, 13 years old, Cask #803873 52.4%
Glenallachie 2011, 10 years old, Cask #900222 60.7%
Glenlossie 2007, 14 years old, Cask #8280 59.8%
Glentauchers 2011, 10 years old, Cask #900247 63.6%
Highland Park 2011, 10 years old, Cask #5 50.9%
Imperial 1997, 24 years old, Cask #203 51.1%
Laphroaig 2014, 7 years old, Cask #221 61.8%
Ledaig 2005, 16 years old, Cask #73 53.8%
Linkwood 2008, 13 years old, Cask #804632 55.4%
Mannochmore 2010, 11 years old, Cask #11274 58.2%
Teaninich 2006, 15 years old, Cask #303007 57.9%

Established in 2013, Strathearn is one of Scotland's smallest distilleries, situated in the beautiful county of Perthshire in the Highlands.This whisky marks their first-ever expression, an inaugural bottling of 32 casks. Made from a selection of ex-bourbon, ex-virgin and ex-sherry matured casks, it has a syrupy flavour of honey, buttercream and dried apricots. We're delighted to finally have Strathearn on the shelves.

The latest batch of Benromach's cask strength has arrived, coming from a small parcel of just 48 casks, Bottled at a natural, undiluted strength, the stewed fruit, citrus and Christmas spice flavours are at their richest and fullest. The mildly peated barley brings a warmth of lingering smokyness, with creamy chocolate tones throughout.

Hand selected and bottled by Drinks By The Dram, this set contains 12 premium 30ml tasting bottles of rums from around the world. Tapping in to a variety of different styles and types of rum, this is a fantastic way to discover and explore this famous sugarcane spirit.

This tasting set from Drinks by the Dram showcases the diversity that the world of Gin has to offer, from traditional London Drys to more contemporary examples. Included in this tasting set are five 30ml examples of gins ranging in style and influence.

Take a journey through the Whisky regions of Scotland and explore the diversity on offer with this fantastic selection of delicious drams. This whisky tasting set includes five 30ml examples of Single Malt Scotch whisky from the Highlands, Islands, Lowlands, Islay and Speyside regions of Scotland.

This tasting set from Drinks by the Dram showcases the diversity of styles and flavors of Rum from around the world. Included in this tasting set are five 30ml examples of fine Rums from the Caribbean and afar.

Distilled from malted barley in what is known as a Coffey or column still, Spearhead is a new Single Grain whisky from the Loch Lomond distillery.  Unlike most other grain whiskies, this is entirely made from malted barley, giving it a softness and roundess not commonly seen in the style. With a final maturation in special infrared-toasted casks, the overall profile is sweet with vanilla tones throughout, with brown sugar sweetness and a light fruityness. Backed by a toasted, oaky note, this is a great option for a light and easy-going dram.