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When you think of high-quality rye whisky, Germany does not immediately spring to mind. However, The Westfalian Cask 129 impressively proves that excellent whisky with a clear vision can also be produced in this country.
The Finch Distillers Choice Barrique R is made from wheat and barley malt and matured for 8 years in red wine barrique casks. Honoured with the World Whiskies Award in Gold 2024 and the Award Category Winner as the best German whisky in the Wheat Whiskies category, we are excited to see what awaits us.
The Teaninich distillery, not far from Alness in the Highlands, shares its neighbourhood with top-class distilleries such as Dalmore and Glenmorangie - you could almost say it lives in a really posh area. Right next door is Teaninich Castle, which was once renovated by the distillery's founder and now shines as a chic hotel and restaurant.
Track 6: All My Life, named after a 2002 Foo Fighters hit, is the most personal release from independent bottler Turntable Spirits to date. This blend combines whiskies from renowned distilleries like GlenAllachie, Balblair, Benriach, Knockdhu, and North British, reflecting the deep collaboration of the Stevenson brothers with these distilleries. The result is a harmonious, yet multi-layered whisky.
A German whisky with a promising reputation that epitomises the passion for special drops. This 10-years whisky with a Pedro Ximénez (PX) sherry finish is 46% vol. So how does this single malt from the Number Nine distillery fare in the world of experienced whisky lovers?
When you think of whisky, complex flavours, rich oak barrel notes and a long, smooth finish often come to mind. Well, the Breizh blended whisky has bypassed all these expectations in a remarkable way.
The Teeling 21 Years – Rising Reserve No. 3 is a Single Malt that stands out due to its long maturation period and exceptional cask selection. It initially aged for 18 years in ex-Bourbon barrels made from American white oak before receiving a three-year finish in Ruby Port casks. It is this finish that sets the whisky apart, adding an unmistakable sweetness and fruitiness to its profile. With an ABV of 46%, this Teeling is a true highlight within the portfolio of the Irish distillery.
The Evermann Wilhelm Single Malt Whisky comes from the renowned Bimmerle Distillery in the Black Forest, Germany. Launched in the summer of 2022, the distillery introduced two distinctive whiskies: the blended whisky "Theo" and the single malt "Wilhelm." Wilhelm represents the traditional Black Forest spirit, focusing on regional craftsmanship and a diverse barrel maturation profile.
The Evermann Theo Blended Whisky hails from the Black Forest region of Germany and is produced by the Bimmerle Private Distillery. Launched in 2022, the Evermann range includes two expressions: Theo, a blended whisky inspired by American styles, and Wilhelm, a more traditional single malt with roots in the Black Forest. The Theo variant is twice distilled in pot stills and matured in a unique combination of four cask types: German oak, acacia, American oak, and ex-bourbon barrels. This diverse cask management imparts a balanced mix of fruitiness, subtle woodiness, and a light spice to the whisky.
The Tomintoul 14 years is a classic single malt whisky from the Speyside region of Scotland, which is a particularly exciting option for beginners. With 46.00% ABV and a maturation period of 14 years in oak casks, this whisky promises an interesting blend of classic Speyside notes and a slight smoky flavour.
The Glen Moray distillery from Speyside has created an interesting cask project with its 2008/2021 - 12 years whisky, which has been matured in rum casks and refined with a cognac finish. This Private Cask Collection, bottled as a single cask with only 498 bottles, is definitely something special.
The Patrisbrunna Peated 2017 is a young, peated whisky from Germany, produced by the Kloster Dalheim Distillery and distributed by the independent bottler Kö13 Paderborn. With only 4 years of maturation in virgin oak casks and an alcohol content of 40%, this whisky offers a profile that should be of particular interest to lovers of straightforward, peaty flavours.